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    Pho Chi

    3.6 (353 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Eye of round steak and meatballs pho
    Gellie E.

    Sometimes a 3.5-rating can mean excellent food, but horrible service. Other times, it can mean just average food and average service. We came here for dinner and my experience was more the latter. The location screams hole-in-the-wall. The menus were wrapped in plastic and were wrinkly/beat-up. It was unappealing... I would recommend refreshing their menus or offering a QR code to scan (but I'm not even sure they have a website). I ordered the pho tai bo vien (pho with eye of round beef and meatballs). The wait was inexcusably slow. They weren't busy and it wasn't peak dinner time. Even just bringing the waters took a while. There was no communication about the delays; they simply ignored us until we finally inquired on the wait - we were then told the food would be out shortly. The food finally came and they provided the additional garnishes- bean sprouts, basil, cilantro, limes, etc. Condiments were already on the table. For the wait, the food was nothing to write home about. No complaints about the proteins, but the flavor of the broth was lackluster. I've had better phos and better service in the DMV, so unfortunately, Pho Chi is a one-and-done type of place for me.

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    Peter D.

    Grilled lemongrass beef rice - 7/10 Grilled lemongrass pork vermicelli - 7/10 Banh mi - 7/10 Pho - 4/10 Iced coffee - 6/10 Summer rolls - 7/10 The grilled meat with rice/vermicelli were yummy. But the pho was not too good. Summer rolls were good, just as expected. Banh mi was also good and as expected. The restaurant itself is very small and is in due for an update. This restaurant has a lot of potential. They also sell liquor in the back. Would we go again? Probably not.

    Fried rolls and pho greens
    Rich W.

    This is the place if you're craving pho but it's after 9 pm and all the other restaurants are closed. Grilled meats, fried rice, and rolls (rice and spring) are standard comfort food options but the pho leaves a bit to be desired. For starters, there's only one size, which is a medium at other restaurants. Second, although two of ordered pho, we were only given a single-serving sized bean sprout and mint leaf plate. Third, the servings of meat seemed smaller than those at other pho restaurants. Finally, there's no tripe of any type on the menu. But it's comfort food from a comfortable, reliable vendor and the constant stream of late night pickup orders is probably a testament to that.

    Bún Bò Huế
    Linh P.

    This hole in the wall is great and easy to miss because it's behind a fire station. They have some more options than just pho here. They also have rice plates and vermicelli noodles. We got an order of egg rolls and there are 2 per order. And it's really packed with meat, less noodles and less veggies than what you typically get. They're pretty solid and hit the spot if I'm craving some real egg rolls. I got the Bún Bò Huế, which was described as a pho broth made with lemongrass. But I would say it's closer to a spicy beef noodle soup and the noodles are thicker and chewier than pho noodles. I've had this dish home made all my life, and this was actually better than my moms. My bowl had enough for 2 servings, but then again I always eat smaller portions than the average person. It also comes with a plate of salad and herbs to put in the noodles. Don't skip this step! I also got a mango smoothie. SO GOOD! The only other mango smoothie this good I've had is in Beltsville. It's thick, creamy, and made with real mangoes. I think you can have an option to add bubbles to it (idk I don't know the word for bubbles it in Vietnamese so I said no to everything to make it a pain smoothie).

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    Terrible experience! Cock roach in my food and they did not care to accommodate and take care of the food and my concern never coming back again and CHECK YOUR FOOD BEFORE EATING! I don't even want to leave 1 star!

    Felicia C.

    This pho spot is tucked away behind a gas station and Dunkin Donuts off of Montgomery village and I didn't even know It was there until my friend suggested to go there because of their awesome late night hours! It was fairly late to get food, maybe 11pm and this place stays open past midnight. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by this place. It is a weird location and the ambiance of the place is odd, it's as if they turned a convenience store into a restaurant but kept the walk in freezer to sell beer and wine. This is a family owned restaurant and you can surely tell, but that's something I appreciate. So It seems like an odd chaotic environment at times because you will hear them shout in Vietnamese here and there, but I get It, because It reminded me of my family. I'm giving four stars because although the ambiance and service was subpar, the food was great! The pho was fantastic and I order spring rolls which were great too! I would definitely come back to this pho spot.

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    Everything here is good! Been going here for 5+ years and never disappoints! Thai tea is a must!!

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    Family owned, super yummy food, and well priced. Super recommend fun dinner spot. Server Jason was also awesome

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    Pho Nom Nom Gaithersburg

    4.2
    (99 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    I was craving a good pho for lunch, as it had been so long since I had it. I used Yelp to help me…read morechoose where to go since I was in Gaithersburg for an appointment. Pho Nom Nom was close and had decent reviews so off I went. I walked into a pleasant, smallish restaurant with soothing decor. Several tables and booths were occupied, so I took that as a good sign that people liked the food. The server, Ben, was attentive and helped me choose a pho: slices of round steak and meatballs. I ordered a large bowl but should have gotten a small. A robot delivered my order to the table with the help of Ben, which was a hoot. I have to say that the scent of the broth hit my nose first and it was heavenly. The accompaniments of lime, basil, bean sprouts and jalapeno slices were very fresh. I added a few modest squirts of sriracha sauce and got to eating. The round steak was a nice surprise ... steak in pho can be very chewy and this bowl had decently tender slices. I have to admit I wasn't a fan of the meatballs. They looked like half slices of a firm sausage (for comparison). They didn't taste bad, they just weren't my jam and I enjoyed the steak more. Next time I'd like to try the steak and brisket. Comfort food is filling so I took my leftovers home so I could have the pho for dinner (yay!). Of course, I had to end the meal with an iced Vietnamese coffee. Strong in the best way and not overly sweet, I took it to go and it gave me plenty of energy to finish my errands throughout the day.

    Although the robot server freaks me out a bit, the human staff here are super friendly and helpful!…read moreOne gentleman actually came out and helped my mom into the restaurant when she was on a walker. I have not tried the pho here but I really enjoyed the bun rieu and the com tam plate my mom ordered. My bun rieu had an ample amount of good quality crab meatballs, fried tofu, shrimp cake, and pork blood. I added extra peppers and asked for a little extra shrimp paste for my soup but that's my preference. I got my fix without having to spend all day cooking or driving all the way to Eden Center. I had a bite of the grilled pork chop with rice which was delicious and the fish sauce was actually to my liking here! So glad they opened right in Gaithersburg so close to home.

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    Saigon Bistro Sterling

    4.6
    (130 reviews)
    13.2 mi
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    Large group friendly
    Full bar

    Stumbled upon SBS through a friend wanting to try a new place …read more.. And let's say we were not disappointed, tucked away in a shopping is a gem of place, walking into this place was presently surprised with the clean and modern vibe which is awesome So good job ! Now food ... Oh damn all of it was fresh ingredients and packed full of flavor. Homemade Nem Noung Coung was delicious and the dipping sauce for it was onpoint ... it had a nice peppery flavor to it which was a pleasant surprise and did well . The coriander chicken salad was fresh and on point .. fresh herbs makes the dish. Bo ne was full of tender cubes of steak and fresh pate so good .. Scallion noodles and lobster delicious ! Service was on point and very attentive aswell.. Definitely would recommend this place and come back when I'm in town!

    Saigon Bistro is a top Yelp recommendation with many great reviews as well as being very close to…read morewhere I live. Let me start by saying that the Pho was good and a good value. Nothing exceptional but good quality, good food And a fair amount of steak in mine for $16. I wish I could say the same about the service or lack there of provided by the two young female servers. For starters, they have zero communication skills. They drop things at the table and just stand there without a word. I did not receive the Vietnamese coffee that I ordered until I asked for it nor was I asked whether or not I wanted it with whipped cream - there's was no description on the menu so I wasn't aware it came with whipped cream. When we placed our order we asked for extra cilantro and received no cilantro at all. Once the runner delivered our food no one came over to ask how everything had turned out, if we needed anything else etc. The lack of communication, lack of attention to detail and quite frankly complete lack of personality turned a pleasant afternoon meal into a disappointment. It's a shame because I saw several other things on the menu that I'd like to try but I'm not interested in being in that unpleasant atmosphere again

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    Pho Nom Nom

    Pho Nom Nom

    3.8
    (979 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    This pho spot is very convenient and near me and I always come here when I'm craving some pho. In…read moremy opinion the soup broth is better than any other pho spot I've tried around the area. I also really like their Thai tea. Food comes out pretty quickly too. However, this place can get really busy and seating is somewhat limited since it is a smaller space. The tables are also close to one another but I don't mind it. During my recent visits though, I've noticed the portion sizes have gone down?? I usually order a small because I tend to get full fast lol and I felt like the bowl was smaller than before and there didn't seem to be much noodles or beef.

    Finally I found another good Vietnamese restaurant near my town. The food appearance and taste was…read morevery nice. I had a sampler appetizer platter, Vietnamese Shaking Beef with steamed rice, and grilled jumbo shrimp and crispy fried egg roll with rice noodle. Anyway, the dining room is quite tiny, and free parking is limited. It is rather better to avoid busy time like lunch or dinner. The service is ok, waiting time was not too bad, food came quickly more than I thought. But the staffs seem less friendly than other Vietnamese Restaurant I have visited. Overall, if you would like to enjoy just a delicious food, this place is fine for you, but if you also want to get great atmosphere, this place might not yet.

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    A cool looking horse decoration.
    Vietnamese Shaking Beef - seasoned sear cubed beef - One of my Vietnamese favorite dish.
    Vietnamese Shaking Beef - seasoned sear cubed beef - One of my Vietnamese favorite dish.
    Vietnamese Iced coffee, so good & strong!

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    Mi La Cay

    Mi La Cay

    4.4
    (906 reviews)
    11.6 mi
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    This is your place for a great tasting, no frills Vietnamese meal!…read more My family and I have been going to this restaurant for many years now and it never disappoints. They had speedy service despite being pretty packed on a Saturday night and servers were attentive to all our needs. We got the beef banh mi, vermicelli noodles with beef, and pho with steak, brisket, and tripe - all very tasty, with generous portions, and reasonably priced!

    A neighborhood staple that never disappoints, this local gem has earned its loyal following for…read moregood reason. From the welcoming atmosphere to the consistently delicious food, it's easy to see why people keep coming back. Whether you're craving a comforting bowl of pho or one of their other flavorful dishes, there's really no wrong choice. On this visit, I ordered the lemongrass beef, and it absolutely hit the spot. The meat was flavorful and satisfying, and I was especially grateful that it arrived so quickly because I came in starving. If you're under the weather be sure to order their pho. It's equally impressive, with a rich, aromatic broth that will warm your belly (and keeps this diner coming back time and time again). The restaurant itself is cozy and inviting, yet surprisingly spacious with plenty of seating. It's the perfect spot to get together with friends or family for a quick lunch, or comforting dinner.

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    Carryout Menu Updated 2023
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    Pho & Banh Mi Saigonese

    Pho & Banh Mi Saigonese

    4.2
    (177 reviews)
    11.6 mi
    $$

    Among Vietnamese restaurants around the DMV area, this place is so clean and nicely decorated. I…read morewent with friends and family so we tried different dishes. Ordering was so easy and simplified. You can just go up to the cashier to place your order and pick a table to sit down. We enjoyed our specialty drinks while waiting for our food. The fruit teas with boba and jelly were awesome. It had a nice sweetness with delicious jelly. Our food came out quickly. We started with fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce. There were a lot of large shrimps. The Golden crepe was huge with perfect crunchiness. This was perfect size to share with a few people. The Grilled Pork vermicelli was delicious. It was perfectly grilled with flavorful grilled onions. The P1 pho was yummy goodness with a hint of sweetness of the broth. The S4. Hue Spicy Lemon Grass Soup was good. I expected it to be very spicy which I was a bit concern. But it was a medium to mild spiciest. So I still have my taste buds to try the Banh Mi. We had B4 Grilled Pork and B10 Special Bahn Mi (so we can try the different meat). Like the menu stated the bread was freshly made with perfect crunchiness. The Bahn Mi were flavorful! It was perfectly balance with meat and vegetables. I'm definitely coming back.

    3 1/2 stars It seems like they changed owner. But the chefs…read moreare the same. However, I can tell a difference in the taste of the pho broth, which was bland with the absence of typical flavor spices. The egg on the crepe was excellent but the taste was bland. The best was the banh mi (pork) with extra meat was very good. The environment is pretty much the same with a slightly brighter look. Like others have mentioned, you go to the counter to order and then someone else will serve the food. There is water available on a table across of the counter against the wall. A water machine with hot and cold water options. Service and staff were friendly. I still will return to give another try.

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    Counter
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    Imperial rolls
    Grilled pork ban mi (double meat extra cost)

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    Grilled pork ban mi (double meat extra cost)

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