5 Stars Hue @ South El Monte

Name: 5 Stars Hue @ South El Monte
Address: 2650 Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte, California, 91733, US
Telephone: (626) 361-7163
Price range: $
Rating: 3.6

$ • Vietnamese

Hours:
2650 Rosemead Blvd, South El Monte
(626) 361-7163

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About 5 Stars Hue @ South El Monte

5 Stars Hue, located in South El Monte's Thuan Phat Supermarket, offers a taste of central Vietnamese cuisine, particularly the city of Hue. Their specialty, Bun Bo Hue, features a savory and slightly spicy broth made from pork bones, fermented shrimp paste, and lemongrass, served with tender beef brisket, pork knuckle, meatballs, and soft blood cubes. The rice noodles are thick and cylindrical, complemented by fresh herbs like mint, rau ram, banana blossoms, and sprouts.

Another must-try is their Banh Ram It, a golfball-sized, crispy and chewy steamed rice dumpling filled with shrimp, topped with more sticky rice, shrimp, scallions, and fried shallots. A small green chili pepper adds extreme heat.

The dining area has a dozen tables, and parking is convenient in the supermarket's lot. However, the Bun Bo Hue broth lacks the traditional aroma, and the presentation, while appealing, is not accompanied by robust flavors. Beverages, including water, are priced at $1.50 per cup. Friendly service from staff like Jimmy enhances the dining experience.