WHAT THE PHO?!

One of my favorite spots in the city to get pho is Tank Noodle, but I had been looking for a spot closer to me when I stumbled upon Lotus Banh Mi. This spot is in the loop and is a small, laid back, quiet counter service restaurant serving Banh Mi and Pho. Their menu is very small, but they do offer a build your own bowl option.

I really only went here for the pho, but my friend and I decided to split a banh mi sandwich while there and I am so glad we did. We got classic pork belly and my goodness was it delicious. It was SO flavorful, but the bread was very dry. I would still order it again, but I’d likely add an egg.

The pho was the star of the show though! The small size is massive and is enough to take home. I got chicken and my friend got beef. It is served with a side of sprouts, lime and jalapenos to add. The pho was so good, so flavorful and not too salty! Which I often find pho can be a bit sodium-rich sometimes. I will absolutely order from here again when I don’t feel like making the trek to Tank Noodle.

Overall 4/5 ! I highly recommend trying this spot during fall!!

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Lotus Banh Mi