Pho 5up - Crofton

I'm moving out of state soon, and this was my last meal at Saigon Noodle House -- I wanted to go…read moreout on a high note, and they delivered. The combination rolls here are hands-down some of the best I've had: perfectly wrapped, packed with fresh herbs and shrimp, and that peanut dipping sauce is addictive. And the pho -- rich, fragrant broth, generous portions, everything tastes fresh every single time. It's the kind of bowl that ruins other pho for you. I've eaten here more times than I can count over the years, and I'm genuinely going to miss this place once I'm gone. My only complaint, and it's a running one: the building owners need to fix the damn A/C. It's been an issue for a while and really is the one thing holding back an otherwise perfect spot. If you're in Crofton, do yourself a favor and get the combination rolls and pho before you do anything else on the menu. Going to miss this place.

Came here for lunch on Monday (MLK Day) around 1:30 with my wife, and it honestly hit me that we've…read morebeen here plenty of times but I've never actually left a review. Which is wild, because I know I've taken a bunch of food pics here that I've never posted... complete waste lol. We walked in and were seated immediately and ended up getting the second-to-last available booth. Most of the room was couples on lunch dates, plus a group of friends, and later a party of about 7 took over one of the tables. Noise level was mostly moderate, with a quick sprinkle of loud when that bigger group got going, but nothing crazy, still totally fine for a date or a relaxed lunch. My wife ordered the A2 (slices of eye of round steak, well-done flank, and soft tendon). I got the A6 (eye of round steak and soft tendon). The pho was good, the broth had a lot of flavor. I did order extra noodles because while I like the pho here, the portions are a little smaller compared to some other spots we go to. I loaded mine up with bean sprouts, tore up some basil, and let the jalapeños sit in the bowl for a bit for heat. Lately though, I've been more about the chili oil, which they'll bring out if you ask. We also got shrimp summer rolls, which are always a go-to for me when eating pho anywhere. These were fresh, great texture, and the basil really pops. The peanut sauce is one of the best parts. Honestly, I could come here just for the summer rolls and that sauce. I also grabbed a taro smoothie, lightly sweet and creamy, solid choice. Food came out fast, maybe 8 minutes after ordering. Service here is consistently good. The staff is friendly, not pushy at all, and they actually check in on you without hovering. You can always get someone's attention if you need something. They even let a couple move from a table to a booth once one opened up, which I thought was a nice touch. The place itself is very clean, the tables and floors are always well kept. I don't really remember music, but there was a TV on playing college basketball. Overall vibe is relaxed. Parking can be a little tight since it's tucked behind a Rita's and the layout is kind of awkward, but even when it's full you're not walking far, just a compact lot. Price-wise, our total was about $40, but that included an extra summer roll and an extra smoothie. Without the extras, it would've been under $30. My only real critique is portion size for the price, specifically with the pho. It's not a deal breaker, but it's why this isn't my go-to spot when I'm really hungry. I'm a big guy with a big appetite -- my wife would be fine eating here any day of the week. Would I come back? Yeah. The food is good and the service is solid. For me, this is more of a quick lunch spot or a stop when I'm on the move, rather than a full dinner destination. Consistent, reliable, and never a bad choice, just depends on how hungry you are.

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Vn Noodle House

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I had been eyeing this place for a while and finally made my first visit! I was tired of the usual…read morefast food and wanted something healthier that didn't sacrifice flavor. The restaurant is small but cute inside, and I was greeted as soon as I walked in. I ordered the beef skewers, shrimp summer rolls, shrimp fried rice, and a shrimp salad. My food was ready within the quoted 15-20 minutes, which I appreciated. Once I got everything home, I dug right in. The shrimp salad was incredible! It came with a small container of dressing (I believe it was fish sauce), and it absolutely packed a punch with flavor. I'll definitely be coming back just for this salad. The beef skewers came with two skewers served over a bed of noodles. The beef was tender, juicy, and full of flavor. I also tried the shrimp fried rice, which was delicious. The rice was well-seasoned, and they were very generous with the shrimp. The shrimp summer rolls were fresh and tasty, although I wish the peanut sauce on the side had a little more spice. That's really my only minor suggestion. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed everything I ordered. The portions were very generous, the food was fresh and flavorful, and it was exactly the kind of healthy, satisfying meal I was looking for. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu!

This is my friends favorite noodle place and I got you see why…read more Their favorite things is that the portions are very generous. The xl bowl was huge and decently priced. The tofu is also surprisingly good. I had the bbh, which was a good size, and had a lot of meat. Flavor was similar to places I had in Vietnam but not as strong. Would def go again Really enjoyed the service. The host was good about us coming in late and quick to check with the kitchen on whether they would be open and serving. Her and the waiters answered questions well. Atmosphere was nice. Lots of space to sit and talk

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It was good but no flavor. The service was good and food was ready quickly…read more Did take out.

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4.2(157 reviews)

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Love the ramen & pork belly; friendly service, clean & peaceful surroundings…read more The coconut shell spoon adds to the authentic esthetics of the ramen. The orange deep ramen bowls are well chosen to serve their ramen in. All good

Akira Sushi & Ramen in Gambrills is definitely worth a visit! When the weather starts to get…read morecooler, I crave hot, sweet and spicy ramen! This did not disappoint my taste buds. I ordered the Spicy Sliced Beef Ramen, and it was amazing. The broth had the perfect balance of flavors--slightly sweet with just the right amount of spice, creating a rich and comforting bowl that kept me coming back for more.The sliced beef was tender, the portion size was generous, and every bite was packed with flavor. Aa starters the pork shumai was hot and fresh but by itself lacked flavor. To be fair, I actually like the Trader Joes pork shumai better as the filling is seasoned. With sauce it was ok but I will order the gyosa to try instead next time. The bruce roll with fresh lump crab and crunchy fried shrimp was delicious! Will definitely order again.

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4.4(63 reviews)

0.8 mi

Went there for the first time had an amazing experience customer service was 10 out of 10. I had…read morethe brown-sugar boba!! Atmosphere was great.

The wait on a Tuesday afternoon was a little longer than I would have anticipated but it was…read moredecent. The price and portion were fair.

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0.2 mi

Best Thai I've had in years! So sad I'm not a local. I had the Pra Ram Long Song with veggies and…read morethe flavor was outstanding. Everything cooked optimally. Small seating area but it was empty when we went. Only took about 15 min to order and serve.

Just ok thai food. Not bad, not amazing. The drunken noodles were definitely better as leftovers as…read morethe flavors were able to soak in more. Not sure what it is about thai places in this part of the country, but they barely cook their peppers to the point that they still taste flowery when they come out of the kitchen. The mango sticky rice was good but the mango they gave me was borderline rotten which wasn't great. I wouldn't go out if my way to eat here but I wouldn't avoid it either.

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Noodles and Company

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My granddaughter loves the dumplings and will literally eat them multiple times a week. They are…read morealways well prepared and the dipping sauce is delicious. I enjoy the Japanese Pan Noodles with veggies or beef. The restaurant is always clean and the staff friendly. It's a quick, easy and reasonably priced meal.

Overall it was just okay - in a party of 4 - only -1 person really enjoyed their meal. Food did…read morearrive hot and the person working the register was very friendly. However portions were all over the place... food was bland ... and spicy was extra spicy. Just not worth the cost.

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Otani Japanese Cuisine

4.4(527 reviews)

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Wow! Great sushi place! We had never been here before and decided to try it based on reviews. It…read moredidn't disappoint!!! We ordered a California roll, Alaska roll, Naruto, and the Green River. Every single roll was perfect! I loved how fresh everything was! Not overly salty at all! We will definitely be back!

I had a stellar experience at Otani!…read more The restaurant itself itself is very cozy. The decor is very simple; A few paintings on the wall and a view to watch the sushi chefs at the bar. I ordered the beef tataki, the sashimi platter, and the tako yaki: - The beef tataki was served chilled; The beef was slightly smokey and the sauce was bright, giving the dish a kind of refreshing feeling. - The fish in the sashimi platter was very fresh and the display was beautiful. The sashimi came with miso soup (as good as any other miso soup). - I loved the takoyaki! I tend to think takoyaki tastes about the same everywhere, but this may genuinely have been my favorite takoyaki I've tried in the area; I had to resist ordering a second plate of it. As a solo diner, I spent $58 (excluding tip) for what I perceive to be a lot of food. For a fancy solo outing, I think it was great value for the quality of food. The staff was also very attentive and my food came out promptly. This is a great solo dining or date spot.

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MAC PHO

3.4(5 reviews)

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I wanted some Pho tonight so I decided to give the Shrimp Pho a try. I ordered through DoorDash. It…read morecame with 6 big shrimp. It was very filling but I wish the broth tasted better.

This is not Pho Deelite. Kind of hidden on the side of them. Great service, fast and tasty food…read more They even have some Cantonese stuff like oil sticks, porridge and chow fun! Pho just a couple of gripes, soup us pretty oil, should be strained a lot more. Noodles seem to have been cut, they are a bit short and tons of small bits on the bottom of the bowl you'll need to fish out. Much better than Pho Deelite, recommend coming here instead!

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Thai At Waugh Chapel

3.9(566 reviews)

1.6 mi

This is the venue with the most consistency in the neighborhood, they have fine-tuned the operation…read morewith a leveled of excellence unmatched. The food is always on point, the cocktails is a work of art, the crew is always executing with passion and enthusiasm. The decor is improving every time I show up. This is exactly what we crave for in a city like Odenton/ Gambrills/ Crofton.

This place was near our hotel…read more The inside was very nicely decorated. I ordered the pad khing sod with tofu. The ginger in my dish was not cut thinly enough and it wasn't pleasant. Our server rarely checked on us. The food was okay, but very expensive.

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Larry C.

7 years ago

Great place with great food and the people are nice too. The place looks great with a very modern design. The spring rolls and summer rolls are a great appetizer, and the pho combo 1 is my favorite. My family loves eating here. read more

Katie G.

7 years ago

They took over Pho Golden. And they have 1 more location in Annapolis. We eat there very often. Food always good and service is great as well. Highly recommend this place if you are looking for a good traditional read more

Dillan S.

1 year ago

I like this spot. Quick service..................................................................................?............................................. read more

Rayshawn E.

6 years ago

The food was great! I picked up my order, but the staff was friendly and the food was delicious!

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