Can't sit still.

Our lazy Sunday was starting to be too lazy, so we headed out with my 'sis for a caffiene kick. Knowing the girls, the best bet for coffee would be located near shopping, so we headed to Captain Cosmic's Coffee in STP. Having a good cup of joe here before, I new it would be good. Plus free popcorn, arcade games, a great back patio and a chill atmosphere were are fitting. Their tuscan mocha (mocha + vanilla) is very good, but my sister's "dirty chai" (powder-based spiced chai with a shot of espresso) was excellent, with a nutty flavor and a good level of espresso in it. 

Always a plus.

After some shopping, where believe it or not, we bought another cook book, we decided we would need to refuel. Since we were driving my sister back to uptown, we chose to check out a new spot that offers some good pho (Vietnamese noodle soup). We headed over to eat street to hit up Pho 79, Vietnamese Noodle House. (Leah has been dying to try pho ever since we heard about it on the food network). It looks like your typical, economical vietnamese restaurant inside, but the lack of decor and atmosphere is quickly overcome by the amount and flavor of the food itself.

Our group order consisted of crispy sesame chicken with fried rice, curry chicken with fried rice, and a huge bowl of pho tai with the rare lean beef. We also placed an order for the cream cheese wontons (10 for $2.99!), which rounded out our order quite well. The menu is quite large and diverse, with several rice-based combination dishes, many different types of pho (beef noodle soups), and hu tieu mi's (noodle soups). Both the sesame and curry chicken dishes were good, with an excellent, slightly crispy exterior to the sesame chicken. The pho was quite good, with a very hearty broth, and sides of bean sprouts, basil leaves, lime, white and green onions, and jalepenos to add into the rice noodle dish. For a grand total of less than $26, we had three substantial meals, plus the wontons, and had enough leftover for at least two more meals.

Sides for the pho tai

Pho tai and sides. Yes, it is that big.

Crispy sesame chicken and fried rice

Curry chicken and fried rice

Overall, a great end to a great weekend. Lots of good food and drinks, lots of time with friends, and great weather. We would definately recommend either of these locations for a lazy Sunday, or really anyday.