44096 Sat Mar 04 01:59:11 -0800 2006 3 1 San Francisco Bay Area 0 216644 Had lunch today at Turtle Tower - after reading many enthusiastic reports I had the Pho Ga (chicken soup) .... the broth had a depth of flavor that is unusual .... it's a pretty pure flavor, relatively unadorned by other flavors. The noodles were tender and plentiful. Shredded chicken, green onions and cilantro are scattered on the top. A very satisfying bowl indeed. I also tried a bit of the broth from a bowl of pho with rare beef - have to admit that I prefer a richer broth with the hints of star anise and all the basil, sprouts, etc...sorry that the image isn't sharper - I was impatient and the steam softened the focus a bit :~ ) Link: http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e365/GordonWing/ChickenSoup-TurtleTower.jpg Image: http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e365/GordonWing/ChickenSoup-TurtleTower.jpg Sat Mar 04 01:59:11 -0800 2006 0 Gordon Wing 1 216650 It's delicious AND a great price. It looks like you may have gotten the small ($4.60) the large is $5.25 Link: http://bunrab.com/yummychow/Reviews/SFReviewsFrameset.html?CafeColucciReview.html Sat Mar 04 02:20:02 -0800 2006 216644 0 Edie 1 216659 No worries, the steam makes it all the more ethereal and dreamlike. Mmmmm...Turtle Tower. I might have to go for lunch tomorrow. In any case, try blowing the steam away while you take pictures. It takes a little concentration but works unless there's tons of steam (usually only a problem if something is still on the stove). Sat Mar 04 03:20:12 -0800 2006 216644 0 nooodles 2 216666 You are too funny...blowing away the steam as you point and shoot. I find that lowering the camera to angle across instead of down avoids the steam and makes for a more drool-worthy shot. Even better if you can catch the steam wisping up... Pho ga looks good, Gordon. Just what I'm craving w/ this rainy weather. I'll have to keep Turtle Tower in mind when I'm in SF. Have you tried Hung Ky's pho ga (photo below)? The chicken is wonderful, but I didn't get a good sample of the broth to make an adequate assessment. All the more reason to return! Plus you can order the one w/ unborn egg, if you're so inclined. Image: http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y45/btdoan/IMG_4567.jpg Sat Mar 04 04:31:55 -0800 2006 216659 0 Carb Lover