Best Pho in Northbrook, Illinois
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Basu Coffee Bar & Vietnamese Eatery
Restaurant Address: 1361 Shermer Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
Basu Coffee Bar & Vietnamese Eatery in Northbrook, Illinois serves up a blend of traditional Vietnamese dishes and modern cafe offerings in a clean, casual setting near the train tracks. The menu features favorites like pho with various protein options, banh mi sandwiches, fresh spring rolls, and their popular Vietnamese iced coffee that keeps locals coming back. The family-owned establishment provides a cozy atmosphere for dining in, though some find the prices slightly higher than typical Vietnamese restaurants in the area.
Price Range: $
Reviewers offer mixed opinions on the pho broth, with some praising its flavor and others finding it lacking or overly salty.
Reviews express varied opinions on pricing, with some describing it as fair or reasonable, others as pricey, and some as overpriced.
Reviews indicate that parking is available nearby, with some specifying the location of parking lots or street parking.
Several reviews mention spicy dishes or the option to add spice, while others mention a lack of spice in particular dishes.
Reviews are mixed on portion sizes, with some suggesting generous portions and others noting smaller portions or feeling that the price did not justify the size.