Really authentic pho with a beautifully light, clean broth exactly how it should be. You can tell a…read morelot of care goes into the flavor without it being overly heavy or greasy. The pho alone is worth coming back for. Tried the bún bò Huế as well which was a solid dish, but a bit too heavy on the spices for my personal taste, so I'd rate that a 4/5. Still well-prepared and hearty, just more intense than expected. Service was fast and efficient, and the food came out quickly. Overall, a great spot for authentic Vietnamese comfort food, especially if you love a lighter, well-balanced pho. Definitely recommend!

I recently decided to try this spot since I'm just starting to get into pho, and I was happy with…read moremy visit. The food came out extremely quickly, and we were seated right away, which I really appreciated. I ordered the number 8, and overall I enjoyed it. The only thing that threw me off a bit was the TVs in the restaurant playing political news the whole time. With the state of everything right now, it just felt like a vibe killer while trying to enjoy a meal. It's a small thing, but switching that up would make the atmosphere a lot more enjoyable in my personal opinion. That said, the food itself was solid, and I can see myself coming back for another visit.

This was a very nice experience! It's a small house in the west end area of Richmond, not far off…read moreof West Broad. I read about it on a Northern VA Foodie Facebook group and just happened to be staying in the area the next day, so I stopped in with a coworker who really loves Pho too. It's a small house in a neighborhood filled with similar sized houses, but it was easy to find, as it was the only 'house' on the street with a large parking lot, which was packed! I walked in and the inside was packed too, and that was around 1PM. But I was immediately greeted and he said he'd clean a table for us. We sat down and checked the menu and I was happy to see such a huge variety of so many Vietnamese delights, not just lots of Pho, but different styles of entrées and appetizers too. I tried their Phở Tái (thinly sliced, rare, beef eye round) and my coworker got Phở Ga (chicken Pho). We also started with their pork crispy spring roll and their summer roll. Both rolls were really tasty and made with fresh ingredients. The Pho we ordered was beautifully served and tasted great! The richness and depth of flavor in the Phở Tái was so nice. The accoutrement that came with the Pho was extremely fresh. Overall, this was a very nice experience. Food quality and flavor were spot on. Service was Very Friendly and Great! Just bring ca$h, because that's the only way you can pay there. But go, give 'em a try!

Cute little place in a home-type setting. There is another pho place right around the corner, so…read moredon't be confused. Today was cold and wet, so ideal hot soup day! Interior is not huge, but adequate for today at least. The gentleman at the counter greeted us and was full of energy and enthusiasm. Food was ordered and delivered promptly. I have a good appetite, and a small size filled me up! I had a flank & brisket noodle soup, wife had the shrimp. Both broths were delicious, lightly seasoned and obviously simmered for a long time. Prices were very reasonable and we look forward to trying other options in the future!

Very nice staff working there! We waited 30 minutes at another pho restaurant and decided to leave…read more I called Pho Viet and they immediately got a table ready for a large party. Food was great and fast! It was very clean inside and spacious too.

I came in here for carryout to bring home for dinner, since I was in the area and needed to bring…read morehome dinner... The guy working the front was very friendly and nice. The menu is loaded with many Vietnamese delights, but I was only there for Pho, so I asked what broths they make and was surprised to learn they make beef, chicken, and vegetable broths for their Pho! Many places I visit only seem to make a beef, so I was happy to be able to enjoy chicken broth with my Phở gà. I told him to pack the order securely as I had a long drive home, but that clearly didn't happen. I didn't wait long for my order, maybe 10 minutes total and when I got it, it was in a tied plastic bag, which I carried out. I felt heat on the bottom and thought maybe one of the lids leaked, so when I looked at the lids, they were very poorly secured, which is an issue. They bought terrible, cheap, low-grade quart containers, which barely hold the lid. So I seatbelted the bag in my front seat and made it home fine. But when unpacking at home, I noticed the large round containers they put the main food in had lids that was sitting on top of the base, but didn't lock on at all - Again, cheap containers. They also had a nice assortment of accoutrement in that container, but everything was mixed together, both the cold and the hot - this is NOT appropriate. You should never pack cold and hot things in a single vessel when food is "to go." Even still, we separated everything and when it came time to eat, the noodles were so soft, they were melting. The broth was on the bland side, so I found myself adding Sriracha and salt for the first time ever to my Pho broth. The veggies were fresh though. The chicken looked and tasted good, but there were several odd, dark pieces in it that wasn't appetizing to come across. Overall - I really wanted to love this experience, especially since the smell inside that restaurant was great, but I feel it was slightly less than was it should have been. I'd say this was a 3.5 star visit, but will rate on the hi-end at 4 stars. Would I return? Not for Pho.

Came in for a work lunch meeting one weekday... They were pretty busy, but there was no delay in…read moregreeting us seated. Service was very friendly and helpful. Their menu is typical Viet/Pho. Opted for crispy veggie spring rolls to start - they were excellent! Perfect texture and great flavor! The dip that came with them was awesome! I'm not into peanutty sauces, nor hoison and this was a sort os soy sauce type thickened sauce with nice flavor. On to the entrée - I got chicken pho - Again, great! The accoutrement that came with it was "ok" not as fresh as I'd like, but still worked for my needs. But the broth was so very tasty! The chicken was decent as well. Definitely would come back here... it was pretty good!

Go here for the pho. Seriously. All the broths are different and just absolutely delicious…read more The Thai appetizers, however, are a swing and a miss. Even the Thai sauces were...wrong. Also, their hoisin sauce was a cheap offbrand and fish sauce/vinegar dipping sauce was way too sweet. I don't understand why they bothered to add the Thai stuff at all...their extensive Vietnamese menu includes much, much more than the usual pho and bahn mi choices and it is all very very good ( we brought a large group, so we all got to taste a wide variety of dishes). Our water glasses were refilled a couple times, and all staff were friendly and helpful. Can't wait to try the take-home flan we ordered!

Went to Mekong with a big group of coworkers to celebrate one of our doctors moving, and honestly,…read moreconsidering there were around 30 of us, the staff handled it really well. Service was attentive, organized, and pretty quick for such a large party. Open layout with plenty of seating, so it felt comfortable even with a group our size. It's a Vietnamese spot, so if that's your vibe I could see it being a good place to check out. I normally order Pho , which was pretty decent, and also tried the dumplings. The dumplings weren't really my thing, but the menu is huge and has a-lot to choose from. Overall, based on this first experience, it's probably not a place I'd personally go out of my way to recommend, but if you enjoy Vietnamese food and are looking for a solid spot to grab a bite, it could be worth trying.

My friend and I stopped for late lunch on Monday, and this place blew my mind! I was told…read morebeforehand that this place has huge selection of beer, and it was true. I wasn't feeling drinks, so I only got food food. We shared an order of Fresh Spring Rolls and each got a bowl of Pho. I typically get Bun Bo Hue at a Vietnamese restaurant, but they didn't have it. I settled with Pho Sate after looking through Yelp pictures, and it did not disappoint! I finished every drop of the broth as it was hitting so hard. The broth is both flavorful and spicy, which I love :) The service was pretty great. I wish they gave me more napkins because I was crying with my nose eating Pho Sate. I love the decorations and how the restaurant is set up. I'd love to be back here next time I visit Richmond.

I love this place!!! Everytime I crave pho, this is my go-to spot. Everything I've had from here…read morehas been delicious!! The broth is great, the appetizers are good, and the house combo is a dish you HAVE to try. The workers are always the nicest, food comes out SO quick, and it's a cozy vibe. I love it. Feels very family owned and oriented.

I got the combination pho dac biet ($16) and a viet iced coffee ($5). Very good broth, on the…read moresavory salty side. Meat quality tasted good, it was a fair portion. Service is typical for a traditional Vietnamese restaurant, you come for the food not necessarily the service (just the bare minimum which can be good). A little more pricier for the food compared to other viet places but still quite good. Food(50%): 8.7 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 6.5 Overall: 8.1/10

Nice place. Clean inside, fast service, and my order was ready quickly. I got it to go…read more I ordered P1 and A1A. It's food. Growing up, I was never into soup. Soup isn't a meal -- it's a thick beverage. Like a milkshake, but made of tomatoes and eaten while a grilled cheese sandwich watches in judgment. Pho is different. Pho isn't just a hunger suppressant -- it's an activity. Like dipping fries in ketchup or doing fondue. You get to cosplay as the chef while the restaurant acts as your sous chef. They gather the materials; you do the real work. Want lightly cooked tripe? Pull it out early. Want thoroughly cooked brisket? Let it soak. Want to eat an entire garden with your meat? Add all the bamboo, basil, and mint. Want a primitive diet? Take the garden home for the rabbit you'll slaughter tomorrow. You are the pilot of this meal. If your pho sucks, that's on you -- take notes and do better next time. If it's amazing? Congratulations. You are now a world-class Pho-er. This is exactly why I like pho to go. In the restaurant, the chefs behind the counter assume you're a n00b and finish it for you. At home, you control your destiny. PHO 95 Hai Ky Mi Gia hits all the right marks for me. I also ordered the crispy pork egg rolls. They're what you'd expect -- probably the same supplier as half the restaurants in America -- but the key difference is they didn't overcook them. That alone sets them apart. Just enough grease to coat my mouth in flavor, not so much that I could power a lamp for seven nights. Totally going back. P1 is the universal baseline, but next time I might live dangerously and try the S4. Maybe next week. Photos included... need to work on my food presentation skills.

Stopped in for a to go order before heading home. The restaurant was spotless, we were greeted as…read moresoon as we walked and the menu was beautiful presented. I ordered bun ga nuong one of my favorite dishes, the nước chấm was the best I've tasted in the city. Everything was extremely fresh and the customer service is amazing.

My previous review two years ago was two stars following the third time we had an incorrect order…read more After a year away, We recently gave it another try... Got home and opened our Pho and there was no herbs/vegetables other than sliced onion. No basil at all. My wife's dish was also missing key ingredients. We called and they said it must have been a mistake, so I went back to get it, and that's when they admitted they didn't put it in because they were running low and reserve it for those eating in house?! At no time did they notify us that our order was being changed... not during ordering, not during pickup, not when we were tipping them or when we called in later. I found them completely dishonest about the whole situation. I totally get that restaurants can run out of things, but you don't lie about it in the hope that take out orders want bother to follow up. Dishonest places like this is why people don't want to tip in advance. I am done with this place.

I had the vegan fried tofu pho with vegetables, regular size, & it was delicious. My companion had…read morethe meatball pho, & took home leftovers due to generous regular serving. the spring rolls with peanut sauce were delightfully crunchy! A chocolate brownie cookie, plant based, topped off our meal. Service was prompt and helpful. Eclectic decor & ambiance. I ordered a fried tofu bahn mi sandwich to go, for dinner later. It was good, also. I would love to visit this place again.