Pho Tai 63 is my go to spot for Pho and probably the best in PG County in my opinion!…read moreMy go to is the Bun Bo Hue w/ Pho Noodles, pickeled onions and a sprite.... Everyone and it never misses. The restaurant offers traditional Pho as well as a few rice dishes that all smell and look amazing as well! The service is always friendly, welcoming and fast.

I ordered the lemongrass pho, the flavor was very underwhelming. The customer service was great and…read morethe serving was huge. I just didn't care for the broth. It almost tasted like it was from concentrate or an instant powder. I'll come back and try again.

Food is always great. Comforting Pho for a cold day always welcome…read more The egg rolls are addictive. The owner is very friendly and personable. Great place for lunch or dinner.

4 pho soup: rare steak, meatball rare steak and 2 rare steak and brisket. Nice clean broth. Very…read moretasty and good quality beef, which you get with every bite. Bean sprouts prepared differently by blanching them. Also added a different type of leaf/herb which I've never seen for the side veggies. Good fast friendly service. Price for soup is $16.99. One generous size with options from P1-P21 with an additional special for a higher price. PLace has modern aesthetics.

The server and owner were so cute and nice. I'm viet and id say this is definitely one of the…read morebetter Vietnamese restaurants that seem westernized but actually has good food along w big portions! The place is a little small but I went with a group of 7 and they accommodated for us easily.

I came here with my girlfriend for a casual meal while we were visiting from out of state and…read morecraving some Vietnamese food. Before we even walked into the restaurant, we were informed that the left entrance door had been broken for quite some time. Since we had a double baby stroller with us, getting inside was a bit of a challenge and not exactly the best first impression. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 3/5 Service - 3/5 Food - 3/5 Parking - Street Parking Atmosphere - The restaurant feels a bit old and dated and could probably use some updating. Interestingly, while the dining room definitely shows its age, the ordering system is modern and up to date. The contrast between the two was pretty noticeable. Service - Service was just okay. This is more of a casual setup where customers place their orders at the counter and the staff bring the food out when it's ready. There wasn't really anything memorable, either good or bad, about the service experience. What We Ordered - -Spring Rolls (Good) -Pho Dac Biet (Special Beef Pho) - The flavor was good overall, but the broth was only lukewarm when it arrived. A bowl of pho really needs to be piping hot, so this took away from the experience. -Grilled Pork Rice Plate - The pork was a bit too salty for my taste and was just okay overall. Final Thoughts - This was an average dining experience. The food was decent, the service was adequate, and the atmosphere was nothing particularly special. Nothing stood out enough to make me want to go out of my way to return, but I also wouldn't discourage others from trying it if they're already in the area. There are simply other Vietnamese restaurants nearby that I would be more inclined to visit first.

Shoutout to the lady who suggested this on tiktok. I haven't had pho this good since I was in…read moreHouston. Traveled here to try this suggestion and I wasn't disappointed at all. Nestled right of the corner of an intersection, you'll find the small shop with big flavors! Apparently it's a not so hidden gem because there were plenty of patrons as well as delivery driver in and out. Thankfully we were sat immediately. I already knew I wanted the brisket pho but I was craving coconut tea since I recently had the best ever. The pho was out of this world and definetly the best I've had in the DMV. No need to add anything at all becuase the broth is actually flavorful. And that's the honest to God truth so keep the Sriracha and hoisin sauce away. The coconut tea was a little underwhelming, but that's OK. I didn't come here for that. As far as service, I only saw three workers. An older lady behind the register, who sat us and brought us our water. I saw a lady come out out of the back who I'm assuming works in the kitchen and there is a high school age boy. With that being said service was a bit slow with only one person behind the desk truly working. Water came out immediately, broth came about 10 minutes later, and my coconut tea came in the mist eating. All in all I will return for this pho!

This place is a huge fail. The restaurant is dirty, the service is bad and the phó isn't all that…read more If you go to their website it's wonky.

Probably the best pho ive had! i see a lot of reviews mentioning wait times but when we came at…read moreopening (4pm) on a friday, there was no wait at all and actually only 2 other customers the whole time we ate (although they did have a couple to go orders). Maybe the hype died down, coming at opening was great, or cause of the warmer weather! The waiter who greeted us when we came in was super friendly and introduced us to the menu overall before helping us find a seat. Vietnamese beef carpaccio - I think he mentioned they only launched this new menu item maybe 3-4 weeks ago! It was very good. the beef was very tender and i love the vietnamese flavors that come through in the sauce. 3.75/5 Salted vietnamese milk coffee - The coffee flavor is pretty strong which is tasty! Its not too bitter and actually i feel the sweetness and milky levels balance well. it gets really brought together by the salted foam on top! 3.5/5 The butcher's bowl - we saw the fresh noodles being sliced right in front of us! It was so delicious, it was super soft, slightly bouncy and has that ricey taste i love! broth was light but flavorful and all the meats were tasty and tender and not dry at all. 4.5/5

I am from Vietnam, born and raised…read more I have pretty much tasted all the "best" Pho places in all the Vietnamese hubs in the country, including Orange County (Bolsa). This is the hands-down absolute best Pho I have had in the United States. Needless to say, the meat quality is outstanding. However, to any Pho-enthusiast, the broth is the true essence of the dish. In this case, their broth is hits home hardest. The broth reminds me of the best Pho places I have had in Vietnam and even more, and sets itself apart from every Pho places I have had in the US. Hai, the owner, is a master of his craft and truly offers an experience like eating at your family's home. Every bowl is customized to your liking at the 10 seat Pho bar. I will be returning here everytime I come back to DC and cannot recommend it enough to anyone looking for a once in a lifetime bowl of Pho.

As a Vietnamese myself this is not the best pho spot i've had but it is authentic for the city and…read moreoffers great lunch menu options for working professionals. I stopped by during lunch time to take advantage of their lunch deal and ordered the Pho Tai Bo Vien (eye round steak and meatball) bowl and the Lemongrass Beef Plate. I had the pho and they gave me a lot of the steak which is a plus. Both have great flavor and portions are a good size. Only the Pho Noodles will come with the spring roll for the lunch special, other specials only come with a drink. The spring roll it comes with is veggie with a sweet and sour dipping sauce. They have plenty of drinks to choose from I think it is nice they offer sparkling waters as well. Overall, service is very fast for both dine-in and take out. There is plenty of seating. I would come again to try their banh mi sandwiches.

I was a bit skeptical of this place, since the restaurants on this street aren't that great, but as…read moresoon as I saw the packaging and had the first sip of broth, I knew this place was going to be 5 stars. I got takeout from 54 Noodles Bar and got the shrimp Pho with a few orders of veggie Spring rolls. The spring rolls are pretty standard and did not disappoint. The pho was neatly packaged - the noodles and the broth were in separate containers, ensuring that the noodles didn't get soggy. In separate containers there were also fresh herbs and veggies, as well as some chili sauce. The broth was extremely flavorful and everything tasted super fresh. I would highly recommend this place for anyone craving Vietnamese food on a cold (or hot) day!

Every time I'm in the DC area, this spot is a must. It's officially part of my routine at this…read morepoint. The standout for me is their spicy lemongrass pho - I had never tried anything like it before coming here, and honestly, it was kind of life-changing. It's like the perfect fusion of pho and bún bò Huế, with that rich, aromatic lemongrass flavor and a spicy kick that you can level up if you're feeling bold. It's one of those dishes I think about long after I leave. Of course, I had to get a Vietnamese iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá), and it did not disappoint. Super strong, perfectly sweet, and I love that you can actually watch it brew right at your table - it just adds to the whole experience. The vibe of the place is warm and homey, which makes it really easy to relax and enjoy your meal. The staff are always incredibly kind and welcoming too, which keeps me coming back just as much as the food does. If you're in the area and want something a little different from your usual pho order, this spot is 100% worth checking out.

I finally got a chance to visit Pho Viet after reading about how it was the best Pho in DC. I went…read morein on a Friday and it was pretty busy, I shared a table with another group and got situated right away. You come here for the food, it's a very no frills place where if you come enough times, they will get to know you. I didn't know what to order but I know I wanted something spicy so I went with the spicy lemongrass pho. With that one, you can pick your protein. I did chicken. It was so tasty and full of flavor. I was overwhelmed by the size of the bowl at first but ended up finishing it because it was so tasty, but more than that, it was comforting on a cold day. I also did the egg rolls, which were so crispy and almost too hot on my first bite of how fresh they were. I was so glad I finally got a chance to visit, it didn't disappoint!! This is the perfect cold weather, winter meal and it's so cozy on a cold fall or winter day.

Wonderful dining experience at Moon Rabbit, even without reservations on a Thursday evening…read more Service at the bar is still formal and they were just as attentive as if we were sitting at a table. Loved my cocktail! Golden Prosperity offers tequila, mango infused aperol, lime, mint syrup, and pomelo gel. The Lemongrass Pork was substantial in portion. The pork was tender and flavorful with hints of peach, accompanied by a colorful rice. Green curry sponge cake contained avocado sorbet. I enjoyed the bright mild burst of lime flavor. I understand the wonderful buzz around moon rabbit, the decor is pastel, easy on the eyes, and the dining is enjoyable and decadent! I will be back.

Very busy place with many cute tables. All dishes on the menu looks appetizing and well thought…read moreout. I really liked the bamboo dish. Seems simple but the charred taste combined with the sauce really hit home. The green garbonzo in the trout dish was kinda dry (I wish they used peas instead). The fish, lotus seed puree, and lotus root was good. For the quail dish, adding an au jus sauce on the side would make the experience better. The flavors were on point. The dessert was really good, very light mainly mouse and not much cake. Overall, good experience for Vietnamese fusion dishes z

Not too many restaurants left in DC Chinatown due to gentrification and properties taken over to do…read morehotels. But this Viet place seems to be a staple not only doing Vietnamese but also some Chinese dim sum. Didn't try much of anything but the beef brisket pho; stock was flavorful and everything just right. Interior is comfortable and inviting. Owners been here for over 20 years as opposed to the many turn overs in other businesses.

Pho 88 Noodles & Grill -- Comfort in the Cold…read more On a Tuesday night with a severe weather advisory (19 degrees but feeling closer to 7), I grabbed my partner's sweater, wrapped in a little Nordic warmth from Iceland, and carefully made my way through snow and icy roads to Pho 88 Noodles & Grill. The walk was slightly longer than usual from my neighborhood in Bloomingdale to the NoMa/Gallaudet Metro, but I had a strong craving for one thing: a steaming, soul-warming bowl of pho broth. And truthfully, navigating the snow- and ice-covered sidewalks and streets was a challenge. Some neighbors and business owners did an admirable job clearing their property, while others did not, making parts of the trek slippery and uncertain. Once inside, though, the warmth was immediate, a cozy escape from the sharp winter air. I ordered a generous bowl of pho with chicken broth only (no meat or vegetables), and it was everything I hoped for. The broth arrived piping hot, fragrant, and deeply comforting, with that slow-simmered flavor that feels like it's been nurtured for hours. It was rich without being heavy, delicately seasoned, and soothing in the best way, the kind of savory warmth that instantly thaws you from the inside out. And the spring rolls? Absolutely worth it. I enjoyed four crisp, golden fried spring rolls, stuffed with a flavorful mix of shrimp, chicken, pork, crab, and taro. Each bite was hearty, savory, and perfectly crunchy, a delicious complement to the warm simplicity of the pho broth. Honestly, my actions were on repeat, going back and forth between the crispy spring rolls and the steaming broth (dip, sip, crunch, comfort) over and over again. It was the perfect rhythm for a winter night. My server was pleasant, gracious, and attentive, making the experience feel welcoming and unrushed. The restaurant was relatively quiet, with about ten diners enjoying their meals - a peaceful little refuge from the winter chill outside. My experience lasted slightly over two hours, giving me time to truly settle in, warm up, and savor every bite without feeling rushed. For about $20, this was the perfect winter comfort meal and a reminder that sometimes a hot bowl of broth and crispy spring rolls are exactly what you need, a simple form of self-care on a freezing winter night. And somehow, after such a warm and comforting experience, the walk home felt easier to navigate, as if the broth had warmed more than just my hands; it warmed my spirit too. Pho 88 delivered warmth, flavor, and comfort right on time.

Still love it. Here. The food is still great. I would definitely go back…read more Service is still a little slow. But it's great.

I used to go to the Adams Morgan location, which is long gone, but the original (I think) Columbia…read moreHeights location of this pho shop keeps on keeping on. However, I found the execution didn't live up to what their menu offered. Getting a noodle bowl to go, I was hungry and took the option to get add-ons at a charge with a taro-based roll and extra tofu. The roll hit the spot with black pepper and taro flavors, but I found my tofu portion quite weak; I wouldn't have been thrilled with that amount at the base price, let alone having paid extra. Getting a coconut juice was a little odd, in that they took a can and poured it into a plastic cup and then put the cup in a little baggie and gave me a paper straw. I would have been happier with just the original can. I certainly appreciate the vegetarian-friendliness of their menu, and I'm hoping to try their spicy lemongrass soup at some point, but having recently had this same dish at perhaps the best vegetarian Vietnamese restaurant in the country, which is out in the burbs, this place needs to up their game for me.