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    Pho Bac

    3.7 (251 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    PHO BAC ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    jessica l.

    I got taken out from pho bac around 12pm on a Monday. The inside of the restaurant seemed pretty busy. I was pleasantly surprised by the banh mi, but it's double the price than what it is in international district. I think for a quick lunch in downtown it's a decent deal, but I think the banh mi's in international district are better.

    Decent banh mi, but not the
    Big E.

    Location is the best thing about this place if you happen to live or work downtown. Menu is somewhat limited. Rice dishes are conspicuously absent. I had a craving for pork chop w/ broken rice and sunny egg. But nope, not on the menu. They are famous for their beef rib pho. Good but a little fatty according to one of my dining companions (but that has more to do with the choice of meat, not flawed preparation). Banh mi was good, but nothing to rave about.

    Cora F.

    Not sure why there's so many raving reviews of this place but I thought it was mid. Perhaps, it's because I didn't get the beef rib pho but my qualm is with the broth itself. It was $20USD for a bowl of pho with some sliced beef and beef balls. Not exactly cheap but the bowl was big and filling. There wasn't a lot of topping but you got a lot of noodles. The broth was good but it was missing something that gave pho the rich beef flavour. Plenty of seating and not busy on a Monday evening. QR code service made the whole ordering experience quick and easy.

    Bahn mi and beef broth
    Jerome M.

    Bahn Mi Pork tasted good but the bread was hard. I thought the beef broth was a little on the salty side and kind of pricey for a bowl of soup but still good. Great combo for cold weather. Plenty of room on Wednesday at 1930.

    Linda W.

    Pho is decent but most of the menu isn't available compared to the ID location. Not a lot of seating. Pho itself was good, pretty normal. Service is also fast.

    Chris S.

    Great Pho especially for a rainy Seattle day. The broth was great and had great depths of flavor, which shows that it's been simmering with great care. Quite affordable and their special dish is the beef rib pho, which comes with 3 big beef ribs. Service was nothing crazy but not bad at all. Lots of open space, high ceilings, and great food!

    Joanna M.

    I love pho, and I'll usually eat all of my pho, but not when the broth lacks salt, herbs, and depth. I'm not sure where the pho hype for Seattle came from, but it might be a quantity over quality issue. I got a bowl of the combo pho and it was a lot of noodle, protein and broth so you're bound to leave feeling full. But the magic of pho is the broth and the broth seemed to tease the star anise and not much else. They also skimped on the scallion and cilantro which didn't help either. No amount of sriracha/chili oil was saving this broth. And the service was pretty much non-existent outside of people bringing food to your table, which I wouldn't have minded so much if the food was actually good. Ambiance is casual, very much self service type of vibe. If you're looking for a real bowl of pho in the US, look to Minneapolis, Texas, hell there are even great bowls in nyc if you know where to look. Don't settle for bland broth.

    Jennii S.

    Big tasty portions of delicious pho! This place was busy! I got beef pho and spring rolls. Everything was so flavorful and fresh! It really hit the spot on a cold evening. The vibes are very chill and everyone was very friendly.

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    Michelle L.

    We went on a Monday evening. I ordered the beef rib Pho and I can tell that the ribs were made yesterday. It was dry and not moist. I also think they use MSG in their broth bc I woke up with a puffy face. We were also served sprouts that were withered and not fresh. The taste of the pho broth was decent. Average pho at best and service was dismal. They didn't even check in on us after we got our food. Not worth a second visit.

    banh mi
    Katherine R.

    Really great chicken pho and banh mi! The staff were attentive and kind. The space was clean and had many seating options

    Spilled food on bench :'(
    Hanna K.

    Ate here pretty late, around 8pm on a Monday, and about 2/3 of the tables were occupied. There wasn't much interfacing with the servers, as you order via QR code, but they bring your food out to you - ours came out super fast. There was, however, a ton of spilled food all over the bench at our table from before we were sat there, and when we pointed it out, the server asked if we wanted to sit on the bench, and when we said no, she just said she'd clean it up later and left :/ We got the chicken pho and the short rib pho, and both were decent: the broth was on the richer side, and the bowls were huge, though the chicken in the chicken pho was quite tough to chew, and I felt like there were way too many noodles. Personally didn't have a good enough experience that I'd want to return, though I hear that the other location is better. Apologies for the horrendous photo quality, I think it was the steam from the pho!

    Pho dac biet
    Jenette S.

    First time ordering directly from my phone even though there was a lot of staff standing in front of me...It doesn't feel fun when there's no interaction and you can't ask question but I guess since all the cool kids order food like their ordering uber eats why not? Pho was decent and broth was good on a 30 degree day.

    Pork banh mi
    Emily Z.

    This restaurant is ok. I got the pork banh mi, and the bread was a bit tough to chew. I tried my friend's beef rib pho and the ribs were really tasty! The pho broth was too salty for my preference. Service was fast and friendly.

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    Very good pho. Nice portions. Quick service. Perfect for this rainy day. Thank you. Good job.

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    Deep Dive

    Deep Dive

    3.9
    (338 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    Came here while visiting Washington, and this place has a unique aesthetic with creative cocktails…read moreto match. We arrived without a reservation but were seated at the bar fairly quickly. The bartender next to us was incredibly friendly and offered excellent drink recommendations. The drinks are on the pricier side, but the quality, presentation, and overall atmosphere make it worth a visit if you're in the area. The bar staff were kind, attentive, and helped make for a great experience.

    My experience at Deep Dive was unfortunately overshadowed by the service…read more I'll start with the positives because they're deserved. The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful. The space is elegant, unique, and lives up to the photos. I also want to recognize the manager, who was polite, professional, and kindly explained that reservations were required. I completely understand and respect that policy. Unfortunately, my interaction with the bartender before speaking with the manager was the complete opposite. As I tried to get her attention, I felt like she repeatedly looked at me with annoyance and made me feel unwelcome. Rather than simply explaining the reservation policy herself, she went to get the manager instead. She had a problem with Hispanics. She refused to engaged at all. The way I was treated left me feeling uncomfortable and embarrassed, especially as someone who was genuinely excited to visit. A beautiful venue can only go so far when the hospitality doesn't match. I would have happily accepted that reservations were required if I had simply been treated with basic kindness and respect from the start. I truly hope this was an isolated incident because the location itself is stunning, and the manager handled the situation professionally. Unfortunately, because of my interaction with the bartender I've added in the photos, I don't see myself returning. Sadly they have a Prejudice bartender.

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    Interior
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    Bar inside
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    Bathtub Gin

    4.1
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    Within an expected back alley, you will find a wooden door with a small plate with the name"bathtub…read moreGin" on it. If you are lucky to find the doorway, you should knock to enter this speakeasy. This speakeasy is the gateway to a relaxing environment that has an occupancy of 39 guest. Upstairs you will find a small bar with a single table for two. In the basement you will find more tables and a back room which holds more guest. For refreshments, if you are a gin fan then this is the place to stop for a drink or two has they have a long list of gins. If you are not a gin fan, there are plenty of other drinks to wet your whistle! We had great service on a Sunday, but during holidays, especially Halloween the place gets packed. You may want to secure a reservation during peak times. Lastly be careful in the area.

    This speakeasy was a bit of a struggle to find but that's what makes it exciting. Located in an…read moreunassuming alleyway, the bar is located behind a plain wooden door. The space is very small and intimate. They have a bar located upstairs with stool seating and a few small tables downstairs. We had a party of six but luckily they were able to seat us downstairs without much of a wait. For drinks, I ordered their I'm mad, you're mad cocktail which was light and delicious. It also had cranberry bitters sprinkled on top which added a nice touch. My friend asked the bartender to surprise her with a light and fruity drink and her cocktail also tasted delicious. Overall, a great spot but would be better for small parties.

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    Speakeasy vibes are strong here
    Speakeasy vibes are strong here
    Library
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    Firn

    4.1
    (53 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Lol "interesting" experience…read more I came around 1030 after work, to meet a friend I work in kitchens. I'm wearing all black. Nonslip Docs. Backpack. Probably smell lol Lobby guy was nice. He says "I'll buzz you up." I waited in the elevator for a while. After like 3-5 real minutes I walk into the lobby and text my friend. "I ain't coming. I'm not fancy enough apparently" In that time, the Clerk noticed me. Apologies Profusely. I got up. Friends were really happy. Service was very nice and accommodating. Drinks are Top Notch My friends were giving a "Live Update" about my "situation" the entire time We probably got 8ish drinks. Paid for 3 They close at 11, I left around 1230 Props to Them A+++++++++++ Customer Service Drinks and Ambiance too, but we already knew that Props to the Staff Thank You

    Amazing views! Specially at sunset. But that's where the goodness ends. The drinks don't match the…read moreambiance or elevated feel you get sitting there. They're basic bar drinks, and while they do have unique names, they're not original and just taste of cheap liquor and mixers. (Do they not squeeze their own limes?) Looking at their liquor bar, it's all bottom shelf stuff anyways, so don't expect to be wowed. It's basically a dressed up college bar, for wanna be influencers who think that paying for a 24 dollar drink gets them clout.

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    CASUAL CRUSH: mezcal, poblano, pineapple, firewater, baking spices, lime
    CASUAL CRUSH: mezcal, poblano, pineapple, firewater, baking spices, lime
    Rooftop seating
    Rooftop seating
    GHOST PILOT: overproof rum, apple brandy, absinthe, cinnamon, vanilla, bitters, grapefruit, lime

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    GHOST PILOT: overproof rum, apple brandy, absinthe, cinnamon, vanilla, bitters, grapefruit, lime

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