Kim's Pho is higher end as it's a bit more pricey, but convenient location, lots of parking, and a clean restaurant. The beef broth is nice, rich, and flavorful, with tender meat and a good amount of noodles, but we weren't expecting the sate oil to be an extra dollar as other pho places give that on the side free with the meal. The tea we got paired well with our food, simple and refreshing. The mango sticky rice dessert was sweet, creamy, and satisfying. Service is friendly and attentive, and we always see the same couple working there (most likely the owners), nice people. read more

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I've been here a couple times with a friend since I love pho and this is a few minutes away from his place. I always gets the veggie pho and we get some spring rolls. Overall, the veggie pho is about as delicious as they come - the vegetables were perfectly cooked and the fried tofu was actually somewhat flavorful (although Id pick unfried next time if the option exists). What makes this a stand-out spot is that its not a hole in the wall vibe which is rare for pho in these parts! The service was decent. However, the price was pretty high when you can get a bowl of pho for over $5 cheaper elsewhere. Veggie pho for $20? Ouch. Ambience: 5 star for a pho joint Food: 4.5 star Service: 4 star Price: 1 star read more

Well i came in an afternoon, service was slow. I had a royalty something pho soup. I also ordered some dumplings in banana leaves, pork and shrimp. I think I also ordered spring rolls. Everything was good. Their menu definitely was more diverse than the typical Vietnamese restaurant. The restaurant was clean and peaceful, I liked the plants. I'm not sure I'd return. read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Dumplings wrapped in banana leaves. - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

We have been here a couple of times after playing pool at the nearby pool bar called Revolution. We were kinda tired to constantly eating fried food at the pool bar. So we decided to give this one a try. They have great selection of Vietnamese food ranging from Pho to pork chops & noodles or rice. Honey garlic pork with shrimp is absolutely delicious. Do checkout their house specials on the last page in the menu. Also ask the server for recommendations if you haven't had any other Vietnamese food other than pho. We did try pho the next time we were here. Huge portion of pho with nice portion of meat as well. Absolutely love the hot sauce. Do ask them if you want to add some kick to your pho. Price is nominal as well. Parking is easy to find in this area. Highly recommend this place. read more

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We usually eat at various Vietnamese restaurants and are familiar with a good one. We have visited places in Seattle, Washington, Texas, Maryland, and Virginia. We are on an adventure to find this place interesting and are curious to try it. If we like it, we will come back; if not, we won't. We explored some Asian restaurants to find one we can keep going to. We decided to stop by Kim's Pho Restaurant after seeing its advertisement on Facebook because it looked like a good place to visit. We ordered three items: summer roll, vermicelli, and sizzling crepe. We asked if we could substitute beef for pork in the sizzling crepe, but they couldn't do that. However, they agreed to remove the pork. The flavors were unimpressive, and it made us feel unwell. The only thing I didn't like about this place was the 20% service charge. It made our dinner more expensive since we paid for the food, tax, service charge, and tips. Since the food is okay, it should be at a reasonable price, but it isn't. We rated it one star because the total cost affected us. The staff is good and friendly, but we felt this restaurant wasn't the right fit for us. We plan to visit other spots, hoping they will improve the meals and prices. read more

Popped in just for dessert and tea. Specifically I was in the mood for mango sticky rice which was delicious. The mango was perfectly ripe and the sticky rice was perfection. Service was nice also. Enjoy! read more

Firstly, this review is long overdue!! I had the pleasure of dining at this establishment with two friends . We started with the roll combo appetizer made up of three different kinds of appetizer rolls from a rice paper fresh roll with shrimp to a crunchy roll. What's it out to me was how fresh these items were from the kitchen. Prepared well and extremely flavorful with quality ingredients. We also opted for some fresh squeezed juice options. This is very unique! I ordered a lemonade and my girlfriend ordered a fresh squeezed green juice and they were both absolutely incredible and refreshing to accompany our meal. We opted for filet mignon pho . And let me tell you... It was a luxury I never knew I needed or was missing. The steak was so tender. The broth was very flavorful as if it had been cooked for hours, and the noodles were tender. It was a bowl that was worth its price, and it is very difficult to beat. My friend ordered a different spicy soup, called Bo ho hue (I am sure I am misspelling this) but while it was a lesser known local Vietnamese favorite, when I sampled the broth, it was also incredibly flavorful with a deep beef and spice base that was so satisfying. I had the pleasure of meeting the owner, she is a very down to earth and lovely woman! It is clear that she puts her love and passion into her menu and into her products, it was also very clear to me that the produce that is purchased for these items is top-notch . If you are looking for an elevated approach to your next Vietnamese cuisine, absolutely look no further . Thank you so much to the staff and the owner and I am looking forward to dining again . Plenty of parking and seating, both indoor and outdoor! Plenty of fresh plants, and the mix Location is very well-maintained! Great addition to Fairfax! Check them out on Instagram and the plenty reels and reviews :) read more

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My friend and I were feeling pho this past rainy Wednesday evening so we stopped by for dinner. The interior is well-decorated and not your typical hole-in-a-wall. Our server got our orders quickly and made sure we had enough water throughout. FILET MIGNON PHO - 23 The pho broth was rich and savory. I enjoyed sipping on it and loved the depth of the flavor. The filet mignon was very tender. The noodles had a good texture and soaked up the broth well. While it's definitely one of the better phos in the DMV, I can't justify paying 23.00 for a bowl of pho when I can get a bowl elsewhere for 5.00-10.00 cheaper. Overall, it was great to try! We enjoyed our experience here but not sure if the pricing is worth it. read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - FIlet Mignon Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Parking: it is located in the shopping center next to the Bowl America. Seating: I went on a weekday for lunch and there was a ton of seating Food: the food was okay. They charge you extra for the chili sauce (other pho places are free) Bathroom: it was clean Price: it was quite expensive for pho. The chili sauce price is terrible. Other pho places have it for free, but when you ask for it here, they will not tell you it's an extra charge and they will just add it to your bill secretly. -- I was not happy about this Service: Not very good because of the secret extra charge for chili sauce. Next time, just be upfront about it. read more

A Vietnamese restaurant for the initiated and uninitiated into the cuisine. Kim's Pho Kitchen & Bar has a diverse menu with authentic Vietnamese dishes to please even the pickiest of eaters as well as the adventurous. Their specialty is the pho which the say they spend 15 hours making the broth for, and I believe it. Their beef pho features a deep, aromatic broth full of flavor that easily rises to my top 5 pho places in NOVA. Kim's was fairly busy on a Thursday during lunch time, and there was a wide variety of people there dining which always makes me happy. Despite the modern, upscale interior, the service is still quite authentically Vietnamese, so if you want someone to come by your table for something more than seating you and taking your order, you'll need to flag them down. No disrespect, just something to keep in mind. Overall, I was quite pleased with my experience and will come back to try some of their other non-pho dishes that are hard to come by (e.g., banh xeo, banh khot, and banh hoi). read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Pho noodle pull with a reminder it's healthy (: - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

I feel ambivalent. It was a really cool hip interior which is different than one might think for a Vietnamese or pho restaurant. If you don't think of it as a typical pho restaurant i think it helps because it was pretty pricey for our family. We both had the short rib pho which was good but also $$ pricey. It included a very flavorful short rib but also some sliced beef. We indulged in a side of fatty brisket and it was really good The fried egg rolls were really good with pork. They also had fried tofu appetizer which our kids like. Service was fine- didn't get checked on but they were very polite and we had to go to counter/bar for an item. No big deal. They had a really nice looking bar. I recommend for a nicer/fancier Vietnamese restaurant which sometimes is desired. Great for small groups, friends, dates, family. read more

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Came here after seeing an Instagram post highlighting their filet mignon pho. This restaurant offers a diversified menu option for guests. I ordered the filet mignon pho and shaky beef also with filet mignon. As far as the food, I thought everything was mediocre. The broth wasn't too salty but not too hot. It was a little too lukewarm for me. The shaky beef came in a sizzling dish but served with sliced romaine and pickled veggies that did not go well with the dish. I wish the veggies were served cold and not combined. The point of eating a filet mignon steak is not to overcook it but it's served in a sizzling grill which then overcooks the meat. There is a nice ambiance inside with a darker theme. The service was great with all the staff being very friendly. Ample parking outside and clean bathroom. There is a bar that you can sit at as well as a good amount of alcohol options. read more

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I found this place on a whim after running errands. It's nice to find Vietnamese food away from Falls Church because sometimes the traffic to the Eden Center can be a pain. This place is quite picturesque. You can tell they put some thought in their colors, decor inside and out. I've been here twice and have tried their bun Bo hue, the filet mignon pho, the Saigon iced latte, and the chocolate lava cake. I will say their prices is on the high side but you get pretty decent portions so it doesn't feel you're getting skimped. I love their soup bowls because they're super random and have different designs. It makes it more homey versus your typical white soup bowls at most restaurants. I've always caught them towards the end of the night on a weekday so it's never too busy. Their service pretty efficient, checking in to place orders and getting your dishes pushed out. Is this place distinctly different than other Vietnamese restaurants? No. Even so, between the service and the tropical feel of the restaurant makes you return. Im curious to try some of the other dishes in the future. read more

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One of our favorite places for pho in the Fairfax area. The food is always fresh, appropriate temperature, and delicious. The service is awesome with the owner always stopping at our table to chat and say hi. read more

A little expensive but I really enjoyed my meal. Very cute inside and customer service was decent as well. They do charge a 20% service charge, but both times I went, they let me know I didn't have to tip in addition to the service charge. I appreciate how this establishment looks after their employees in making sure they get their share. read more

The food here was good, but the problem is the service. It took a long time for the food to come out and the price is slightly higher than most Vietnamese place. The reason for the low rating is due to having a rat run across our feet AFTER we finished eating. Seeing a rat in the restaurant is disturbing. Seems like this place hired Ratatouille as their chef, haha! read more

Kim's Pho Vietnamese Kitchenh + Bar Wow! Delicious! Starters were yummy - Taro Fries crunchie outside and warm & soft in served with a dipping sauce Brussels Sprouts, Viet style ok I have a confession ... i hote Brussel sprouts We miss ordered but decided to try anyway OMg! They were out of this world! Main course -- Bun Cha Hanoi i understand why Anthony Bourdain loved this dish The combination of grilled pork patties in Vietnamese dipping sauce, vermicelli noodles and fresh herbs was epic! Hot Vietnamese coffee... if you've haven't tasted this coffee you're missing out! Kim dropped off a mango smoothie sample I'm gonna order this on my next visit Kim's is located in Fairfax it true Live Letter of Vietnamese cuisine read more

$18 dollars for " pork chop " when the staff handed me the food. i thought it was a kid meal that i ordered read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

After seeing this place on instagram, I was so excited to come out and try this place. However, our experience was ruined because the service was TERRIBLE. You would think being of the same ethnicity, you would be treated with a little respect and familiarity, but that was simply not the case. It's a little disappointing and shameful especially to see everyone else in the restaurant being American/Caucasian and being catered to like they walk on water. When we first walked in, the lady (assuming she is the manager or owner) made eye contact with us and completely ignored us. After a little while, she finally acknowledged us and said "two?" No "hello," no "welcome in," nothing... As we were following her to our seat she said, "we need to clean it off." So we went back to the front door and waited. After they were done cleaning, no one told us we could sit, so we just went and sat down ourselves. They did not bring us a menu, so we ended up grabbing one off the table next to us. The food was okay, but it probably would've tasted better if we didn't feel so annoyed and uncomfortable. No one checked on us during our entire meal. Every person/family that came in after us were greeted as soon as they walked through the doors. Can you guess what they were? Also, on top of everything else, there was a foul smell (almost like sewage) from where we were sitting. I would never come back to this place, save your time and money. read more

I will not go back to this place. My son and I went for lunch at 1:00 pm on a Saturday. We each ordered a Banh Mi sandwich. It took 40 MINUTES to get our food. The restaurant was not even busy, about 10 other people there. And to rub salt in the wound, the waiter added a mandatory tip of 20% to our bill! Unbelievable! read more

No idea why there's so many negative reviews because this place is incredible! Loved the interior with all the cozy greenery because it really feels like you're dining in someone's home. Service was also incredible with everyone going above and beyond to make sure that our dining experience was a 10/10! As for the food everything we ordered was AMAZING! The beef short rib pho is a must try. I've never had meat just slide off the bone so easily and have every bite be so tender. I also really liked the grilled pork bahn mi, there was so much flavor and it was light and flavorful! read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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It's an eclectic vibe and the food was good. It's just a little pricier than I'd like lol cuz I'm broke but I guess that's Fairfax for you too. The service was fine and overall it was an enjoyable lunch! I got the lunch combo and was content. read more

As others have mentioned the service, attention to detail, and food quality has gone downhill the past couple years. To add insult to injury, they've added an auto-tip of 20% to your bill (no matter how many are in your party). With tax, you are almost at $30 for plain, average pho depending on which one you get. I've been here off and on over ten years, and it's time for me to stop wishing it would get back to its roots. read more

I've eaten here perhaps eight times. I want to love it: I love Vietnamese cuisine (and people) and it's close to my home. And, the Pho is good. The place is well decorated and classy. On the downside, service needs improvement. Even when not busy, they seem slow to turn around every phase of a meal. Not particularly attentive. This has been a consistent experience. Even worse when sitting outside. And on several occasions I've been amazed that they do not timely bus messy tables from previous customers, even when there is staff standing around. It is almost like a studied disinterest, uncommon in the restaurant industry. Whatever the cause , it is definitely a factor that discourages me from going, as there are many good Viet restaurants in our area. The good news is that is not an impossible problem to address. I hope they do. read more

The interior was very cute, and service was nice. There are a lot of plants along the glass which I appreciated. The pho was pretty average, though it was great for a rainy day, which is when we went. I ordered the beef pho while my friend had Kim's pho. They were quite standard, though the portion sizes were a bit smaller than other local restaurants. I will say the pricing is on the expensive side for pho ($16 for mine, $20 for my friend's). I wouldn't drive farther than my local pho place for this, but it was a good midpoint, so if you're looking for nice, standard pho, this is a good place:) read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

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My friend ordered this to delivered to my house when I was at bed rest. The bún chả hà nội was pretty good, meat was greatly seasoned and delicious. The bánh khọt was still a bit crispy when it got to my house but it was a bit oily for me but the half shrimp on it was big. There was a lot of vegetables was provided along with the food. The bò lúc lắc and rice was greatly portion with lots of vegetables and rice. read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - bò lúc lắc - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

The ambiance is really nice and the staff is really friendly and attentive. The food, however, is just 'OK'. I ordered the vermicelli with grilled pork. While the bowl looked huge, it felt like the serving was pretty small. Not too much of a concern, but for $18 it wasn't as filling as other pho places I've been to that charge the same price (or are even cheaper). As stated, the food was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it definitely wasn't anywhere near great. They told me that the bowl doesn't come with a spring roll, even though I saw photos that showed otherwise (unless it was a change in menu), so I spent another $9 on for spring rolls. Those, too, weren't amazing. They were smaller than other restaurants, but good enough to satisfy a craving and go with the bowl. All in all, I'll probably go back if friends/family members want to give it a try, but I won't voluntarily go back on my own. You're better off at one of the many other pho places in the area for the prices they charge. read more

Such a great spot! Definitely get the Beef short Rib Pho and the Banh Hoi! The Rolls Sampler is also delicious. The shaky beef was ok, as well as the vietnames shabu shabu but all in all we had a really good time! I definitely recommend coming here especially if you live nearby! The decor is great and gives a really nice vibe and they treated us very well. read more

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20% automatic on a two top. thats out of control. shutter your door before you get that ballsy. not the problem here. place is visible dirty. asked for chili oil, not a kidney! never got it, just attitude from an owner who knows her days in business are numbered. was provided forks and chopsitcks just to be made fun of for being white. bathrooms gross. food overpriced. this is soup, not steak! counted 6 empty tables with trash on them from hours ago. pho sucked!!!!!!!!!!!! ill be back. for my refund. what a crime this was pho real!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Ive been on a search for the best Banh Mi in the area. The prices here are absurd! I paid the $18 (everywhere else charges less than $10) and so disappointed. I found one cucumber and barely any other veggies. Pho was decent but prices here are double anywhere else in NoVa. I can suggest a place in Chantilly or Sterling where the price is half and the food is 5-star. No offense to Kim, just being honest. Sorry, but won't go back. read more

Food is superlative and service is excellent too! Kim is a wonderful hostess who really cares about your culinary experience. She helps explain why her food is different and better than the other average pho places. Great all around!! read more

We got there at 1:00. Not super late for lunch, they had only 3 tables and one person as the host and waiter. We basically had to seat ourselves because there was no one in front. Service was slow despite the lack of tables. Our food did not come til close to 1:45. And that was one appetizer. We ordered the shrimp squares. It was ok, kind of hard crunch when you bite into it because it was over fried. We ordered the banh Xeo, bun Bo hue, bun cha Hanoi and bun hoi. The only thing we would order again would be the banh xeo. The rest of the dishes were mediocre. The main entrees did not come out til 2:00pm. The staff was always hiding inside the kitchen and it was hard to flag them down to ask for any thing. We came here because of ticktock videos and IG reels but definitely not worth the hype and we would most likely not be back. Would not recommend and if you want more authentic Viet dishes, it's so close to Eden, you might as well go there. read more

Fast service with good food! It doesn't feel as authentic but it's definitely still delicious. Feels more like a modern and elevated take on traditional dishes. read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Wrap N' Roll Platter - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Tipping is out of control. 20% was automatically added to our bill and we did not have 6 persons. Food is good but menu pricing is on the high end. With outrageous tipping expectation, I'm not coming back. read more

Food was delicious, a bit pricey and took a while to come out of the kiches but good food. Out waitress, super nice, told us how to eat our food. The place is very pretty, lots of parking, place is easy to find. read more

Summer rolls and veggie &tofu pho are amazing! Go to spot for Pho in Nova. Owners are very welcoming

My husband and I love coming to Kim's Pho. Hands down, the best pho in northern Virginia! I simply cannot go anywhere else for pho. Quality of food is excellent. Worth every dollar. My husband loves getting the filet mignon pho every time. I absolutely adore this place! Ambiance is cozy and warm. We always get treated like family. I enjoy this place so much! I wish I could eat it everyday. read more

Service, selection of food, and aesthetics perfectly complement the delicious food. The owner is gracious and welcoming. Ideally located at Fairfax Circle area. Highly recommend the pho, claypot anything, and summer rolls. read more

I've drove past this place multiple times and yesterday, my family and I finally decided to stop by for dinner. When looking from the outside the place looked luxurious. My brother and I ordered the Bun Cha Hanoi while my parents ordered the Vietnamese Steak and Eggs. Both Bun Cha Hanoi came out with the meat room temperature and the veggies tasted bad. My brother and I both love eating vegetables but it tasted rotten so much so that we had to put them to the side and almost lost our appetites. The steak and eggs that my parents had were okay. It came with a baguette and the baguette was warm and soft but I wish it was crispier on the outside. The eggs were rubbery and overcooked. I probably would not come back again. read more

Kim's Pho Kitchen + Bar - Bun Cha Hanoi - Vietnamese Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

If you're ever craving homestyle Vietnamese food / pho this is the place to go! With the cutest decor and greenery and a nice ambiance. They have a variety of traditional dishes on their menu including vegetarian substitutions which we opted for. We had the avocado summer rolls with peanut sauce, vermecilli bowl (with shrimp that was bbq'd to perfection), vegetable fried rice which was delicious and the banana spring rolls with ice cream which I loved. The food was hot, presented beautifully and the service was really quick! If you ever do go down fairfax be sure to try @thekimskitchen Full reel on IG: @anamdiaries read more

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