A couple of weekends ago, we met up with one of my college friends E in South San Francisco. Did you know that South SF is actually a city? The plan was dinner at Mom’s Tofu House, and then boba/dessert somewhere nearby till he had to pick up his gf from SFO. Turns out they are not open on Sundays, so we opted to try Ben Tre Vietnamese Homestyle Cuisine next door.
We ordered Cha Gio (deep fried rolls stuffed with ground pork , carrot, taro, onion and mushrooms), which were just ok. They were fried well; crispy not soggy. But, they did not come with lettuce to wrap the egg rolls, and I did not enjoy the taro texture/taste.
So, I forgot to take pictures of our entrees because I was too busy eating. But, I had the Pho Tai Chin (rare beef and well done brisket noodle soup), Hubby had Pho Ben Tre Dac Biet (medley of beef, tripe, tendons and beef balls with rice noodles) and E had Bun Cha Gio, Thit Nuong/Bo (egg rolls and BBQ pork Vermicelli). All were tasty, and we were stuffed.
After dinner, we headed to Eggettes in Millbrae. I was really excited because I love Hong Kong pancakes and not a lot of places make them. Unfortunately, I was really disappointed. It was not very sweet, and the texture was too tough (almost like rubber). I do not recommend these; better does exist!
Before we called it a night, E and I took a picture outside. Gosh, I am short in tennis shoes! Good times!
Ben Tre Vietnamese Homestyle Cuisine
219 Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Eggettes
979 Broadway
Millbrae, CA 94030
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