We love this place. The food is consistently excellent--fresh, flavorful, and comforting every time we come. The pho is outstanding, and everything we've tried has been well prepared and generous. What really makes this restaurant special is the owner. She is incredibly kind and welcoming and always remembers us when we visit. Service like that is rare and makes you feel like more than just a customer. It's one of those neighborhood places you're always happy to return to. Highly recommended if you're looking for authentic Vietnamese food and genuinely warm hospitality. read more

The best Vietnamese food around. I've mainly ordered delivery whenever I'm sick and or am just in the mood for some good pho. Recently I did go to the restaurant with a friend to dine in. It's a casual place with bar seating and a few dining tables in the back. I also heard there's seating upstairs but didn't get a chance to go up. We sat at the bar and ordered some food to share - Shrimp & Crabmeat Spring Rolls, Grilled Shrimp Rolls, Grilled Beef with Noodle, and Chicken Fried Rice. We enjoyed everything which was quite delicious. A few days after I got pho delivered since I've been feeling unwell and it definitely hit the spot. Such a great place nearby for Vietnamese food! read more

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The pho at Pho Bac has a clean, balanced broth that isn't too heavy or greasy, it's also hot enough (very important!) to cook the bean sprouts. It comes with plenty of fresh basil, jalapeno and sprouts, and the noodles stay firm rather than getting mushy. The spring rolls are worth adding to the order--they're fried just right so they have a crisp shell without being oily, and the filling is savory and well-seasoned. It's a reliable, no-frills spot in Canton for a straightforward meal that hits the spot every time, especially in the winter. read more

Health: While the spring rolls were fried, the genuine preparation methods and portioning of the food itself made it so, even out of the already healthy Vietnamese cuisine, it stood out. Price: A good balance of price to portions, and for the hand made quality, genuinely impressive. You could be charged double this for half the quality and quantity at a worse restaurant. Experience: The servers were some of the most astute, quick, and efficiently friendly I've ever interacted with. They prepared food, took orders, and gave the check at an almost unmatched speed relative to Baltimore restaurants. Taste: Amazing. Just Amazing. Genuine, not "salt and sugar to replace seasoning", but avoiding the "bland = high class" trap. I'm glad I came here for a recovery dinner after doing the Boston Marathon under the Ulman Foundation Banner. Must visit again. I'm gonna get the Crispy Chicken Season Special next. read more

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The family traveled for a few days and craved for Vietnamese flavors. On the way to Baltimore, I looked up a Vietnamese restaurant and saw glowing reviews and awards from Yelp. This was the indication that lunch here is a must. So the family of 14 made our way to their door step. Upon walking in, a friendly greeting took place and tables were in place for 14 of us. Love how friendly the staff were and attentive they been throughout the meal. Definitely a local spot that people know and enjoy. Inside is small on the first floor but more tables and seating areas are available on the second floor. Food... what can I say, it was delicious! Love the flavors and their offerings of various traditional dishes. Beef wrapped in grape leaves was a breath of fresh air. Tasted amazing! Pho was light and gelded great flavor with every bite. Chicken wing also had strong flavor with good texture. It's amazing when good food can be found anywhere these days. Next time we are in town visiting, will definitely stop in and say hello to Mama Tran. She super friendly and engaging with my family. Love her energy and vibe. If you are looking for good eats with great people, stop on in and have a great time. read more

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The cold weather calls for some Pho! I have been wanting to check this place out for awhile after hearing great reviews and it definitely lives up to it. The rolls are so delicious and fresh. The spring rolls was the best ive ever had, you can tell its freshly made and not frozen. The pho was rich but clean, not too salty and not alot of fat like other places. The beef was great and tender. I am looking forward to coming back and trying more dishes read more

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Unfortunately there are not a lot of good places for pho in the city but Pho Bac is pretty good, but because they are one of the few places, the prices can be a little steep. We tried to combo plate appetizer which came with all the yummy deep fried items like eggrolls and the "calamari" which is like a deep fried fish cake. We also got spring rolls and it came with a yummy peanut sauce. I got the bun bo hue and it was really flavorful and came with all the right fixings. I liked the amount of bean sprouts and jalapenos and lime to top our noodle soups. Overall a really good spot if you're craving pho! read more

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A very nice ambiance when you wake in. Big bar, TVs along the walls and plenty of seating. I can see a table of 6/8 being the max ones might want at a time. This place is great for intimate settings. Customer service was great. Will be returning! I ordered the following: Pineapple margarita: 8.4/10 - pretty good. I can appreciate it being done as expected. Crab meat and shrimp spring rolls: 9.5/10 - very good, wish it came with more. Combo vitnamese pad Thai: 10/10 - perfect amount of meat, pad Thai oily but not ridiculous. Amazing flavor and didn't need any extras. Perfect spice amount. I would recommend. Lady: Combo Pho: 9/10 - wishes the broth was a little stockier but still very flavorful. Would recommend. read more

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BEST pho and banh mi spot in the city. We have been coming here every few months for the past two years, and honestly never once had a bad experience. They have kept their standards and the food is always on point. We typically get the spicy pho with combo meats and the pork banh mi. This time, instead of the pho we tried the Bo Kho which was on the specials menu for the week. The Bo Kho is a rich, deeply flavored and mildly spicy beef stew. You can have this with pho noodles or a side of baguette (we opted for the noodles). I had never tried this before - amazing! Would definitely recommend if you're looking for something a little different from traditional pho. The portion is just enough for one person (typically we are able to share their pho between two) so would recommend getting an appetizer with it. The pork banh mi, as always, was on point. The lightly toasted bread, mayo, pickled veggies - chefs kiss. read more

Pho Bac - Bo Kho (beef stew) on their specials menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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I can't believe I have never dined in here. I've been getting this delivered since 2020 and it is the best pho in the city. Located in the heart of Canton Pho Bac, who was the first Vietnamese restaurant in the city. I went in for a NAAAP event and was so excited to see they have a huge event space upstairs. it was around the holidays and I don't think the staff was prepared to handle a large group so the service was a little lacking, but the food was very good. Since we are with a large group, we got to try a couple appetizers and some of them were better than others but the far here pho is always always good. I wasn't drinking that day but a lot of the cocktails that people ordered looked delicious and it's so good to know that it's authentically operated because I've always really enjoyed their dishes. The space was really vibrant and cozy read more

Pho Bac - Event sign for NAAP - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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After checking yelp for pho in Baltimore, we happened on Pho Bac. The food is absolutely fantastic. However..... The service was not. The mature woman that was there, she may be an owner, kept directing the male servers to come to us when we were trying to get their attention. It almost felt like they were ignoring us or maybe they couldn't hear us. It was very odd. However, the woman in the room was watching everything and would see us trying to get the servers attention so she would always direct them to come to us. Just very odd. At the end, we asked for the check while we were still eating in order to ensure we got and didn't have to wait. The servers came and started taking away our plates that we were still eating, chopsticks in hand. I don't see myself ever going back nor supporting an establishment like this. I am sure there are way better places around. read more

FOOD- 5/5 Round eye steak Pho. So flavorful and good. Definitely coming back here to get it again!!!! SERVICE- 5/5 Was great! Had to charge my phone and he plugged it in for me! They were also super attentive and the food came outta relatively quick! AMBIANCE- 4/5 We sat at the bar and ate! They had a few tables in the back. It seemed like there was an upstairs- maybe more tables up there? Not sure. Overall, this place was great. The food was amazing read more

Pho Bac - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Pho Bac is such a gem -- friendly service, high-quality food, and delicious pho that really satisfies my pho craving whenever it hits! The place is cozy and inviting, inside a corner row home in canton. Back in college (shoutout to College Park, MD!), I had a go-to pho place I loved until it sadly closed. Now that I'm in Baltimore, I've been on the hunt for a new favorite, and Pho Bac is definitely topping my list. Their pad thai? So good. It's a bit on the heavier side, so heads up if you're not super hungry -- but it's worth every bite. I also tried the green Thai tea, which was totally new to me and a cool twist I didn't know I needed. Bonus points for their vegan pho being just as tasty as the chicken pho. Honestly, I haven't had anything here I didn't enjoy. I'm so glad Pho Bac is in our neighborhood!! read more

Pho Bac - Green Thai Iced Tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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small business in a residential neighborhood. we were just visiting and wanted pho. got the spring rolls, lemongrass chicken and rice, chicken pho, and a banh mi. the spring rolls were ok. nothing special. the lemongrass chicken was good and the broth was a little on the salty side but was also good. the banh mi was solid- got the combo one. nice small spot on the drive back home. read more

Great pho spot in Canton! Ordered the combo pho and really enjoyed it. There are two noodle options (usual pho noodles, another softer rice noodle). Generous portion size with lots of noodles and meat. Fast and friendly service! Plenty of indoor seating, some outdoor seating with shade. read more

Pho Bac - 7. Combo Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I was shocked by the response of the owner after we spent $950 on a post wedding food. I ordered bun and the noodle was terrible! It was hard - either from being undercooked or being refrigerated for a long time. We had ordered 2 large catering trays of noodles ($100). After many of my guests complained over the noodles being so hard to chew, I texted the owner and she refused to believe me. I talked to her on the phone and I asked if she tasted the noodles before she sent it and she said no. I sent her pictures of the noodles too but she refused to believe me nor respond to me. It's bad enough a special dinner didn't turn out as special I as hoped but to basically be accused of lying by the owner because we ate it and can't prove proof of the problem doesn't leave a good taste in my mouth. read more

Pho Bac - Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Pho Bac should be your go to spot every Lunar New Year. They are always open and they serve homemade Vietnamese dishes that you honestly will not find at any other Vietnamese restaurant in Maryland during Tết. This is not just their regular menu. They prepare true Southern Vietnamese traditional foods for the day. They have bánh chưng, thịt kho hột vịt, and even mứt Tết. These are the dishes many of us grew up eating at home, and it is rare to see them served in restaurants here. The staff and the owner are super sweet and attentive. They check on you often, make you feel welcome, and truly care that you enjoy your meal. The whole experience feels warm and personal to me. If you miss a home cooked Tết meal or want to share real Southern Vietnamese Lunar New Year food with friends, Pho Bac is the place to go. It feels nostalgic, comforting, and authentic. read more

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A great Vietnamese spot. The broth for the pho and the bun bo hue was delicious, rich, seasoned and spiced perfectly. Just wish they kept the pork hock for bun bo hue on the bone. The mixed appetizer plate was so so. The shrimp toast and fantail shrimp was excellent. The spring rolls need more stuffing but the calamari was a miss, too hard and chewy. Would come again for the soup noodles because the broth was excellent. read more

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Every dining experience at Pho Bac is excellent, with great staff and food that feel like home. This is by far our favorite Vietnamese restaurant in the city, and I love every excuse to go to Pho Bac. We most recently got their Tet specials for Lunar New Year, which were especially good. The braised pork and egg, savory rice cake, and house salad were a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and bright flavors. Staff and the restaurant were festive for the occasion. We will be making a visit to Pho Bac for every Tet. read more

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A gem in Canton! So far one of the most authentic Asian restaurants I've eaten at in Baltimore. The pho is exactly what you'd expect and the fried chicken fried rice is sooo good. I want to come back to try their other dishes especially their banhmi! Service was friendly too read more

The chicken was cooked to perfection! I don't know what they seasoned it with, but it was absolutely delicious! The restaurant wasn't loud when we went, and was great if you want to eat by yourself or with friends. Service was great as well! read more

Pho Bac - 13. Grilled Chicken with Rice Noodle - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Always love pho bac. The staff is amazing and a customer service is great. I love the eye rare steak pho. The fried dumplings are always super savory. And I love the milk Thai tea. Neighborhood parking is always available and I can always find a good spot in the front. Such a great and cozy environment feels like a mom and Pop shop. read more

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Was taking a stroll down canton when I came across pho bac which isn't too far away from Patterson park. I've seen this spot having good reviews on yelp so I decided to give It a try. I sat by the bar and was greeted immediately unfortunately there was no bartender so i couldn't order a drink. I ended up ordering a combination grilled bahn-mi which came with chicken beef and pork. It didn't take long to come out and It warm and fresh. The sandwich was a bit skimp however. Although I enjoyed the sandwich for what It was, I wished they added some more meat to veggies ratio. I'm glad I asked for hoisin sauce because that added extra flavor that It was missing. But for 12 dollars it's a good quick bite read more

Pho Bac - B5. Grilled Combination Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

When I think of Pho, I think of fresh, vibrant and flavorful. Not at this place. I had the Saigon noodles and they were kinda stringy and tasted like nothing. My husband had spicy Pad Thai but the only spicy thing about it was the overabundance of chopped up ginger (which some of it was raw). My niece ordered pho (which she eats regularly) and she didn't like it at all. This order was all to go and they missed one of our sides. I don't know what the service and ambiance was like so I cannot speak to that. read more

This hidden gem truly had some of the BEST pho in Baltimore. The small staff is really attentive and made sure we were taken care of. The owner, Mama Trang, is SO incredibly friendly. She made me feel like I was a guest in her home. Don't even get me started on the decor...it's perfect for selfies. Oh and fun fact - they are also the FIRST in Baltimore City to offer traditional flat noodles for pho. I will absolutely be back for those noodles ! read more

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The service was top 10. The food was amazing. The ambiance was great. My family enjoyed everything about this restaurant. It is a definite go-to. read more

Great food! My daughter loves pho so we decided to try this spot out. We both thoroughly enjoyed our food. The place was very busy for a cold Wednesday night but they tried as best as they could to keep up. We will be back soon read more

Pho Bac - 2. Shrimp and Crabmeat Spring Roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Amazing service! Very thoughtful and kind. Asked if we had any allergies and got the order down perfectly couldn't have asked for a better experience. read more

Amazing Food, great service, Nice family ambiance! The pho broth is absolutely delicious without anything added to it-which is my biggest judgement when I try a new Pho place. Pho Bac hit all the marks with the broth! We also tried the Crab spring rolls, Beef Bahn Mi, and Vietnamese spicy pad Thai-all were quite delicious as well! And the Lychee martini-also on point! Overall this restaurant serves up all wide variety of delicious Vietnamese dishes, and proves to have a steady flow of regulars. I highly recommend-and I myself will be back again! read more

Ordered more Pho Bac for delivery the other night - I simply cannot stay away! I ordered my usual veggie pho with tofu and the beef summer rolls. Both so delicious and fresh. However, this time I also gave Trang's fried rice a try and holy cow. It was some of the best fried rice I've ever had! It came with shrimp, chicken, and a shaved pork lunch meat sorta thing. I thought the pork was oddly flavorless with a weird rubbery texture so I picked it out, but the chicken and shrimp were just delicious. Plus the rice was perfectly cooked with chopped onions and scrambled egg throughout. I will definitely order it again and maybe just ask for no pork next time. So good! read more

I've passed this Pho place for many years and always told myself I need to stop by one day and I am glad I did. The seafood Pho was very light but still flavorful. The portion is pretty big and they do not skimp on the shrimp. The inside is a bit small but it seems like they get a lot of pick up/ delivery orders. The prices are also pretty reasonable. read more

Pho Bac - 11. Shrimp Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

I like pho Bac. Good food . I come to eat every week . I like all food at pho Bac . Service good very friendly

Really enjoy this delicious dish! Very soft and deliciously spicy. Excellent ambiance! Great drinks! Super service! What else you need to have an extraordinary experience. read more

Pho Bac - Enjoy this delicious spicy beef stew - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Best pho, summer rolls and fried rice in town. The vibes are always so good here with excellent service and amazing food. Never had a bad meal here read more

Pho Bac was delicious! Extensive menu, great specials. The atmosphere was welcoming and where I would want to go for dinner with a friend, group, or family. Trang made it extra special. read more

Food is a little pricey but very worth it! I got the shrimp Pho and it was delicious and had plenty of shrimp. read more

Good food, good flavor, good service, and clean restaurant. The pho had a deep and rich broth with a decent amount of meat and noodles. The fried rice was cooked to perfection with an overflow of meat. Although the meat and shrimp was slightly dry, the sheer quantity of meat will definitely help you overlook the dryness. My only knock on this restaurant is the pricing. As a California native, the pho and fried rice was 1/3x more expensive. I do know that some places offer similar quality for a cheaper price, though the convenience of being in Baltimore is nice. I definitely recommend you coming here to get your pho fix! read more

Pho Bac - Combo Fried Rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

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Thought their pork banh mi and spring rolls were not too memorable compared to other Vietnamese restaurants I've been to. However, I recently tried their combo pho and thought was one of the best I've ever tasted! The broth was super flavorful and the ingredients were fresh/prepared well. The server did mess up our table's orders but able to address it quickly. The atmosphere on the second floor was super cozy. Will definitely return! read more

Pho Bac - Combo Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Baltimore, Maryland

Our party of 10 went in a Sunday afternoon for lunch/dinner and we picked the perfect place! The staff was so nice and the food was delicious. The restaurant has 2 floors and we were upstairs along with 2 other families. The place is spacious so each table was able to have their own private conversations without intruding on the other guests. Side note ... clean bathrooms that smell nice. I got a lemongrass shrimp dish, which was outside of my comfort zone but another diner had it and it looked so good. From what I remember my group also tried the garlic string beans appetizer, spring rolls, papaya salad, pad Thai, stir fry, Rare and Brisket pho and the vegetable fried rice. There was a lot of silence around the table because yummmm. We also requested various spice levels and expectations were met! read more

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Dear Ms. Trang, On behalf of my family and me, I want to extend my warmest thanks for the wonderful experience we had at Phở Bắc during our unexpected layover in Baltimore. What started as a family trip from my hometown of Fountain Valley, California, to Houston quickly turned into an unexpected adventure due to a flight cancellation that rerouted us through Baltimore with a 10-hour layover. Despite the rainy weather, we took the opportunity to explore the Harbor and one of America's oldest cities. But the highlight of our stop was discovering your cozy, family-run restaurant tucked in a quiet residential neighborhood. From the moment we walked in, we felt the warmth and care of a place that has clearly been built on tradition and love for Vietnamese cuisine. The phở--what a delight! The savory, richly layered broth reminded us why millions around the world turn to this comforting dish every day for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Your attention to detail and authenticity brought a taste of home across the country for us. Thank you again for your hospitality and for serving a bowl of phở that warmed both our stomachs and our hearts. With deep appreciation, Mayor Michael Vo (ret.) read more