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Pho & Banh Mi Eatery Cafe

4.3 (33 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Vietnamese Coffee
Chris C.

I had the pork banh mi Vietnamese coffee also the best I've had best $20 recharge I spent service was fast and food was authentic Vietnamese food with pâté and Vietnamese mayo

Combo
Rane S.

It's hard to compare good viet food to CA, but I stopped by here for a banh mi on a whim and the bread wasn't fresh. Overall, it just tasted meh. Quick service though, and 12 bucks is quite expensive for a banh mi considering it's around $9 in most places.

Bobalicious Milk Tea with honey tapioca
Ailun H.

Overall, 3.5/5 but will bump it to a 4/5 since the cafe is still new with lots of room for improvement. I got take out here (ordered via Toast Tab) for a couple friends and myself earlier this week. I also got boba while picking up the food since I have no self-control. BOBALICIOUS MILK TEA (MEDIUM) - 6.25 +0.75 for honey tapioca I got this with 25% sugar and very light ice. The tea flavor was strong, but too over-steeped. Not much milk flavor, so the ratio was off. The tapioca here was way too soft and mushy with no bouncy texture or any flavor. Overall, I wouldn't pay that much for the boba here and would get it elsewhere. PHO COMBINATION - 15.99 We got this to-go and enjoyed it 30 minutes after pick up and it was still good. I like the packaging they use here where they separated the meat + broth from the pho noodles to keep the noodles fresh. The broth was pretty flavorful and still enjoyable even though it was lukewarm. There was a good amount of meat in my portion, too. The interior is spacious and clean, and the service was nice. I'd come back for pho in the future if I'm craving it. Definitely will need to eat it at the cafe instead of getting it to-go.

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Annzie A.

We were on the way home talking about getting coffee or boba tea when the yellow "Bobalicious Cafe" sign caught our attention. When asked, they said they it's been about 2 weeks since they opened. The cafe itself was pretty empty, especially for a Saturday afternoon. They had many drink options, but I was feeling very indecisive. We ended up ordering a large Vietnamese sea salt coffee and a regular size brown sugar milk tea with very little ice and sugar. We regretted not asking for less ice for the Vietnamese sea salt coffee; the brown sugar milk tea tasted okay. The prices were a little higher than what I'm used to seeing at my regular spots, but most likely because the area. There is paid parallel street parking available, first-come-first serve. The restaurant itself was very clean and the decoration was lovely, with the hats and orchid flowers. I love that they have the menu displayed behind the counter. I can't say that I would return only because I rarely come to this area.

Pho Chicken
Semaj B.

first time here! i got the poke bowl ,ingredients were super fresh, thai iced tea not too sweet but still maintained its iconic flavor! service was timely and friendly with a quiet and inviting atmosphere! my mom and aunt got the pho beef and the pho chicken and said it was really good!

Karla P.

Not worth the price in my opinion, if you can drive or can get to another pho location outside of Arlington I would go there instead. I think this is a convenient spot for the locals of Arlington but it isn't entirely good either. The Pho is fine, the beverages are overly sweet or not sweet at all depending on the adjustment of the sugar level. I would take the food to go as it isn't a large store. There is seating and outdoor seating, so you can eat here but big groups may struggle eating here. It's a cute store with hello kitty theme everywhere, and the service was nice too. It's unfortunate the food isn't entirely tasty nor are the drinks.

Leslie C.

Easy, yummy, and friendly. They serve banh mi, tacos, poke bowls, and pho. In addition they have a wide range of teas and drinks. We ordered pho and a banh mi to go. Service was quick and nice. Food was delicious and well priced. Would come back again for an easy casual meal. Perfect for every day.

Mischa J.

Very nice eatery, although a bit on the pricey side for what it is in my opinion! I will take it as an occasional treat, though. I had the grilled chicken banh mi sandwich, plus a large Vietnamese iced-coffee with boba. In the main room, there is some cute decor, such as a mural painting on one of the walls and Vietnamese straw hats along a couple of the walls. The one and only suggestion I have is that "a lot" could be done to make the bathroom more interesting looking, because it is very bare and boring in my opinion. May I suggest maybe adding a cute Vietnamese-style mural painting in the bathroom like there is in the main room, maybe hang some lanterns from the ceiling, and put in a dimmer light? I think the bathroom could look so much more interesting with these changes! Maybe also play Vietnamese music? Otherwise, all else was great!

Banh Mi Crispy Roasted Pork
Wilton P.

Having traveled a bit within Vietnam, there are dozens of variations of pho - not even mentioning Hanoi vs Saigon style, but in the DMV area I've found two styles of beef pho: create your own adventure and holy grail broths. The holy grail broths that don't require any seasoning or condiments are few and far between. The create your own adventure broths are everywhere. Unfortunately, Pho & Banh mi Eatery falls into latter category. I tried their combination beef pho and crispy roast pork banh mi. The brisket, eye round, and meatballs in the pho were tender and flavorful. The banh mi was excellent, with crispy pork with a nice glaze. My only complaint is that I wished the baguette was a bit crispier and had a better chew. The service was excellent and the dining room is clean and spacious. I look forward to coming back soon.

Anna N.

Stopped by for a quick pick me up and it was pretty good! There is also Vietnamese food that you can order as well. The employees were nice and the drink came out fast. I ordered the peach yogurt drink with aloe jelly with 50% sugar and it was refreshing, flavorful, and not too sweet. My other friends did not like their taro milk tea or blended coffee drink as much so I recommend getting a fruit one! They also have pretty decor on the wall and the place seemed clean.

Bun Bo Hue
Drew B.

Food was nice and hot, and the spice level was on point. Also, there was easily enough for two meals.

Vietnamese Coffee Slush

This place is amazing--a true hidden gem! It's right in the heart of Arlington, easy to miss, but definitely worth stopping for. My friend and I went and ordered the shrimp pho, summer roll, egg roll, tuna poke bowl, and baked salmon teriyaki bowl. The portions were HUGE! We couldn't finish anything and went home with leftovers for dinner. It was the perfect spot for lunch--I even took calls and got some work done while eating. Super clean! It would be great for dinner too! The Sea Salt Coffee was incredible--rich, not too sweet, not too strong--just the perfect balance. I will definitely be back! The salmon was cooked to perfection, and best of all, the customer service was amazing. They are a small business that I truly hope grows very soon. Highly recommend!

thai tea with boba (regular size)

I got the thai tea with boba and it was a pretty standard drink. I got the smallest size and it ended up being nearly $8. The drink was okay but was not worth the price paid. The service was pretty quick since I was the only person there and the ambiance inside was nice as well. There was a Sanrio theme going on.

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Reviews are largely positive. People praise the authentic pho broth, flavorful grilled chicken banh mi, friendly and quick service, and the clean, inviting atmosphere.

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Really good pho. A bit of clove in it which really helps. Cool little place. Definitely recommend checking it out.

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Really good! Everything was flavorful and the restaurant is super cute inside with the Sanrio decor! Bun Bo Hue is my favorite!

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They have good Vietnamese and Thai ice tea and the Bahn mi is pretty good too. The restaurant is clean and the servers are friendly.

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Love getting the poke bowls here everything is so delicious and fresh, great service and atmosphere as well!

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Pho 75

4.1(2.2k reviews)
1.0 mi•Rosslyn
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Always a perfect meal. It does not offer great ambiance, but it more than makes up with a simple,…read moreenjoyable and delicious meal.

Pho 75 has been one of my quiet local favorites for about 10 years. My order is basically automatic…read moreat this point: #4 large with another 3 or 4 sides of meat. It comes out fast, piping hot and filling, and probably 80% of the time they absolutely knock it out of the park with the broth and meats. Every once in a while, especially when they're slammed, I'll get a faint dish-soap-like note in the bowl, but thankfully that's the exception. The biggest headache is the line. It's basically first-in, first-seated based on whatever table happens to open up, so during a rush it can feel completely unorganized. And don't be intimidated by the abrupt "what do you want?" ordering style. These guys are good people, and the cashier/manager is one of the best. I always tip here because watching the staff carry and clear those scorching bowls all day looks like some kind of iron-fist competition. They've also always been accommodating when I bring young kids, including the inevitable mess. Go with friends, but go early. Right around opening at 10 or in that lull between lunch and dinner is my move if I can manage it. This isn't the place for a leisurely dining experience; it's the place for a seriously satisfying bowl of pho, served incredibly fast. After a decade, I'm still coming back.

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Pho 75 - The view at the front door area. Greetings from Buddha! The cash register is straight ahead on the left.

The view at the front door area. Greetings from Buddha! The cash register is straight ahead on the left.

Pho 75 - Carryout bean sprouts, basil leaves, sliced jalapeños, and lime.

Carryout bean sprouts, basil leaves, sliced jalapeños, and lime.

Pho 75 - The view as you enter the dining room. The cash register is on the left. The restrooms are on the right at the back of the dining room.

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The view as you enter the dining room. The cash register is on the left. The restrooms are on the right at the back of the dining room.

Chay Restaurant - Spicy Huế Noodle Soup

Chay Restaurant

4.7(221 reviews)
4.8 mi
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This is my second time here and everything was as delicious as the last time I was here. Neither my…read morehusband nor I are vegetarian, yet we enjoyed everything we ordered. The service was amazing. They're very attentive and helpful. PS: My husband ordered the heavenly friend rice and it's one of the best fried rices we had (even compared to non-vegetarian restaurants).

This is my second time at Chay (the first time being 2 years ago), but it seems like I should be…read morestopping by more often! Our meal took place on a Tuesday evening, yet the restaurant was constantly busy (though not packed to the point of having to wait for a table) with a diverse clientele, which speaks to Chay's popularity. Among the 3 of us, we split 2 mains and an appetizer, which was more than enough food. The fried calamari was nice and paired well with the spicy dipping sauce (which was actually spicy). I loved all the fresh veggies and generous amounts of peanuts and fried shallots in bún chả Hà Nội (vermicelli platter). As a saucy girlie, I REALLY liked the "fish sauce" accompanying the dish. Despite the deliciousness of those 2 dishes, the real star of the meal was thịt kho sả (lemongrass clay pot). Perfect flavoring; I almost forgot that it was vegetarian. The only downside to my experience was the service: it would have been great for a server to stop by and refill our water every once in a while.

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Welcome to Chay Restaurant

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NUE Elegantly Vietnamese

4.5(515 reviews)
4.9 mi•Falls Church City
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I really don't have a lot of experience with Vietnamese food, so my friend recommended that I try…read moreboth a more homey restaurant and a fine dining option. Nue was the fine dining recommendation, and I have to say it was a great introduction to Vietnamese cuisine. As far as parking, there is a garage within walking distance of the stores and restaurants, so parking was pretty convenient. The restaurant itself was beautifully designed. It was dimly lit, spacious, and had a really nice atmosphere. Our waitress was also very knowledgeable about the menu and offered some great suggestions, which was especially helpful since I wasn't very familiar with Vietnamese food. The menu was pretty expansive, and I have to say some of the cocktail descriptions immediately caught my attention. I tried the Lychee Sunset Fizz, made with Hornitos Blanco Tequila, lychee liqueur and lychee, calamansi, yuzu and grenadine. I tend to go for sweeter drinks so this was a nice balance. For food, the Seafood Chả Giò was one of my favorites. It had wild Gulf shrimp, lump crab, Berkshire pork, taro, carrots and fresh herbs. It definitely seems to be one of their headlining items because it was something I noticed quite a few people ordering, and I can see why. But my absolute favorite was the Snow Crab Fried Rice. It had hand-pulled snow crab, shrimp, shallots, eggs and oyster mushrooms, and it was so flavorful and filling. Honestly, I regretted not ordering another portion to take home because I would have happily eaten it again later. All in all, I would definitely return to Nue to try some of the other items on the menu. I'm definitely not finished with my Vietnamese food journey yet, but this was a really great stop along the way. If the Snow Crab Fried Rice is any indication of what's still waiting for me on the menu, I have plenty more to explore.

I understand the concept of wanting to "elevate" Vietnamese cuisine, but there comes a point where…read moreyou're no longer elevating the food -- you're stripping away everything that makes it authentic in the first place. Vietnamese food is deeply rooted in tradition, culture, and generations of flavors that don't need to be reinvented just to appear more upscale or sophisticated. Not every dish needs a modern twist, unnecessary ingredients, or a fancy presentation. Sometimes, simplicity and authenticity are exactly what make Vietnamese food so special. What disappoints me most is how far this restaurant has taken the idea of "elevated" Vietnamese cuisine. The original flavors and identity of the dishes seem to have been sacrificed in the name of creativity. And somehow, we're expected to pay significantly more for food that has lost the very qualities that made it great to begin with. There's a difference between elevating a cuisine and completely disconnecting it from its roots. Innovation is fine, but it shouldn't come at the expense of authenticity. At this point, it feels like we're paying premium prices for someone's interpretation of Vietnamese food rather than enjoying Vietnamese food itself. Higher prices, fancier presentations, and unnecessary changes don't automatically mean better food. Sometimes, less really is more. As someone who appreciates authentic Vietnamese cuisine, this experience literally left a bad taste in my mouth.

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NUE Elegantly Vietnamese - Thank you Tom Sietsema for this amazing review in the Washington Post!

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NUE Elegantly Vietnamese
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4.3(82 reviews)
3.4 mi
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Wonderful little hole-in-the-wall restaurant located on the edges of the Eden Center, the DMV's…read moreVietnamese hub. Hoang Viet Restaurant can be hard to spot, as it's inside one of the little indoor shopping complexes in the corner of the broader Eden Center complex, right across the street from Happy Lamb Hot Pot. However, if you are lucky enough to find this shop, prepare to be wowed with some of the best and most authentic Hue cooking in the DMV. This no-frills restaurant centers on Central / Northern Vietnam, with a particular focus on Bun Bo Hue, a super flavorful spicy beef and pork noodle soup with a rich, spicy broth and tons of mix-ins. I'm still dreaming about their bun rieu, a beautiful crab and shrimp noodle soup that comes with a generous helping of chewy rice noodles, tender and juicy shrimp, and a deeply flavorful, slightly spicy, and slightly sour and tangy broth made with tomatoes and crab. It comes topped with fresh scallions and green onions, as well as a few fried onions for a bit of crunch. The service is efficient and friendly, and the food comes out incredibly quickly. When you're done eating, you can walk up to the cashier to pay.

Cute little eatery tucked near one corner of the Eden Center. I had their butter and pate pork…read moresausage Banh Mi Sandwich, plus a Vietnamese iced coffee. Although I personally wish the sandwich and the coffee were a little bigger, I thought that they were both great! The Banh Mi was flavorful and not too messy, and the iced coffee was refreshing and flavorful.

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Hoang Viet Restaurant - The entire space

The entire space

Hoang Viet Restaurant - Bun bo hue (tai)

Bun bo hue (tai)

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Pho Xpress Trailer - Grill Sesame Beef.

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4.9(19 reviews)
0.4 mi

Keeping it simple - this is wonderful quality pho!!! It's hot and fresh, the portion sizes are…read moregreat, and it's awesome to support a business like this. The trailer was parked outside my nail salon and I thought I'd give it a shot for dinner on my way out. Took it home and *chefs kiss* (just look at my photo - you can see the amount of noodles). There was a slight wait, which I was fine with - because they were making it fresh. The truck itself and the ambiance are just cute and clean. If you are near this trailer, do yourself a favor and get some food!

The Pho Xpress Trailer is a cute little red trailer, set up in front of a nail salon - this seems…read moreto be super family-owned and -operated, as there was such a cute husband-and-wife team manning the business with the daughter who was assistant as well! Their menu offers various starters (pot stickers, eggrolls, and spring rolls), pho, banh mi sandwiches, and even boba drinks! Note that you order and pay via the tablet, that's fixed on the right part of the trailer. We came here for lunch, and we ordered: +a Banh Mi - we went for the 'grill sesame beef', which came in a nice crusty baguette, topped with pickled veggies, jalapenos, soy sauce, and mayo spread; we opted out of the pork pate and the cilantro; you can also add an egg at an extra charge; generously filled with large pieces of beef; wished there were more pickled veggies and more mayo! +Pho - we had a choice of 2 proteins from brisket, steak, meatballs, tendon, and chicken, and we opted for the brisket and the steak; loved how the broth was packaged separately from the rice noodles, onions, bean sprouts, jalapenos, basil, and lime! The broth was super soothing and very flavorful! +a Oolong Milktea - the oolong taste was distinct, and this was a refreshing drink +and, a Peach Milktea - this was a little too sweet for us, and the seasalt cream topping was a little odd Staff were very kind and welcoming, and there's about 2-3 seats at the counter of the trailer and a small little foldable 4-seat table on the side to enjoy your items. Metered street parking can be found in the area. +friendly service! +some seating available

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Pho Xpress Trailer - Steak Pho

Steak Pho

Pho Xpress Trailer - Oolong milk tea with crystal boba

Oolong milk tea with crystal boba

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