"Picture the most embarrassing thing that’s happened to you in the past year. The phở bac at this popular East Village spot is similar to that, in that you won’t be able to stop thinking about it in excruciating detail. The broth is rich and deep in flavor, the filet mignon and brisket are perfect, and the hefty servings of chopped cilantro and pickled garlic bring this bowl of soup over the top. We’d like to add this combination of ingredients to everything we cook at home, but a huge cauldron of simmering beef bones, ginger, and star anise just won’t fit into any of our apartments." - will hartman, neha talreja, bryan kim, willa moore, carlo mantuano
Noah Devereaux