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Pho Saigon

4.5 (515 reviews)
ModerateVietnamese
Open • 10:00 am - 8:30 pm

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Good for kids

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Pho with fatty brisket
Andy C.

I've been here a few times and never quite got into them but I thought I'd give them another shot today and I think they've finally found their groove. The ambience is a bit divey but that's par for the course when you're talking about good pho. Service was quick and attentive even when they were pretty full. I ordered an iced coffee and pho with just fatty brisket. The iced coffee is premade and tastes more like traditional Vietnamese coffee than most other places around here which I like. One thing I'll mention is that their pho support plate (the thing with the bean sprouts, basil, and other accoutrements that accompany pho) was the cleanest looking plate I've ever seen in nova. The basil was immaculate. Every leaf. The bean sprouts looked healthy and fresh instead of wilted and raggedy. They didn't have the jalapeño slices or lime most places give but I was too impressed by the quality of the basil and sprouts to care. As for the pho, the broth was super clean and more subtle than a lot of other places. I'll definitely be coming back for the pho.

So good!
Jemily H.

This restaurant has quickly become my favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Manassas. I say that as somebody who has lived here for several years and truly love Vietnamese noodle soup. I find that their broth is full of flavor and their noodles have the proper consistency and do not begin to disintegrate (I noticed this primarily with takeout at other restaurants). The owner is very kind and courteous and so his is brother who works alongside him. As an added bonus, they make two signature hot sauce that I really enjoy, and I have not found anywhere else. One has lemon grass and it's just the perfect amount of tangy and fragrant! I often find a couples come here on dates or large families come by. The meal truly never misses. The menu has plenty of full options if soup is not really your thing, although I am slightly judging you because around this time of year Pho just cures the soul.

Menghai T.

Came here for lunch and I got the pho dac biet($17) and a viet iced coffee($6). The food came out very quickly in under 10 mins. The broth was good, I hoped it had a bit more salty/savoriness base but it was still good. Staff were friendly. Overall I had a good time, I'd probably try another Vietnamese restaurant personally just because I like saltier ones. Food(50%): 7.0 Staff/service(25%): 7.0 Value(25%): 6.5 Overall: 6.9/10

Spring rolls were a little loose and I prefer Peanut sauce with it. But a good appetizer.
Jodie C.

Pho Saigon offers delicious pho. After a big hike at the Battlefield, this is the perfect place for lunch. While, Pho Sapa had the best Spring Rolls, held tight with amazing peanut sauce, Pho Saigon's fell short with me. The wraps were a bit more loose and the sauce was more like molasses and hoisen. (Which it should be.. just a preference) -Pho Saigon's actual Pho was out of sight! I got the Seafood Pho and it was so delicious. The fish cakes had great flavor and a good amount inside the bowl, along with imitation crab and shrimp. Fabulous dish. Our Young Coconut Water was amazing!!! I love Coconut water but never had this before. I loved it! Super awesome Pho.

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Rick M.

Best Pho in area! Must do in Pho and Bahn mi sandwich! Check out the new Specials! You won't be disappointed in picking this place! The parking can be tight during busy hours

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Sarah D.

Been coming here for a decade and will for another decade! Best Vietnamese food in NoVa.

Ryan B.

Best pho restaurant in the DMV. I have been here numerous times over the past years even during off hours and received excellent food and service every time. It's hard to match this place and I have been to all of them

Grilled Pork Vermicelli Bowl
Philip Y.

Came in here a quick bite since it I close to my hotel and great Yelps reviews. I ordered Spring Rolls and Grilled Pork Vermicelli. They served you special house sauce with great taste and bit spiciness. Spring Rolls and Grilled pork were both well-prepared with good flavor. Adding the house sauce to vermicelli bring out enhanced flavor. Highly recommend that you give it a try.

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Alissa C.

This place was poppin when we went to lunch on Monday around 1p but the service was very fast and efficient. The pho was delicious but in my opinion the star was the egg rolls. The noodle portion was good and I felt more than satisfied at the end. They have a great lunch special of pho+egg roll or spring roll + a drink for $16. That's a great deal!

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Those are NOT PORK CHOPS NO TASTE AT ALL. Not even the water was good! Spring rolls no taste at all. Very disappointed

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It's real good. It's pho. Cozy spot. Quiet area. Good pho. Parking isn't a problem. Other cool shops next door.

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Best pho in the Manassas/Gainesville/ Bristow area. Always get the oxtail pho and ask for extra tendon.

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I live in Gainesville yet, I travel all the way to manassas to complete my pho craving. The staff are nice and the food is amazing here.

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Pho tai nam is the best and hubs loves the rice dishes. This is the only pho we get, I love this place.

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4.4(251 reviews)
10.5 mi
•$$

## Long intro; skip to second paragraph for food review ##…read more Hands down my new favorite Vietnamese restaurant. How did I not know this hidden gem was here? Typically, my family and friends are too lazy to explore new places. They quietly trade quality and excitement for convenience and predictability, going to the same familiar places; I usually acquiesce. However, today was a beautiful, cool, crisp, sunny autumn Sunday. It was perfect for eating hot soup outside. I pulled up my Yelp app to find a Vietnamese restaurant with outdoor seating. I found this place, and we all headed over. To my chagrin, I saw outdoor seating... but only at the neighboring Italian restaurant! Ahhhhh!!! My plans were foiled. I debated whether I wanted to just eat at the Italian place, but they obviously didn't have the Bun Bo Hue I was hankering for! Do we have one person order pasta while the rest of us sneak Vietnamese food at the table too? I mean... what would the Italian restaurant say? "No outside food." By definition, people would be eating food outside. So no big deal, right? I decided just to eat inside. The waitress told me they used to have outdoor seating about a year ago, but the landlord charges an extra fee for outdoor seating. That seems silly to me, but then again, for perfect weather like October, maybe it's worth doing for a little while. Now to the food. We cracked open the menu and noticed the prices were on the higher end of average. Then again, the place felt a little nicer too. Bun Bo Hue: (~$18) Add another $1.50 for a large. I was worried it would be too spicy, but the waitress assured me it wasn't that spicy. The "heat" was added at the very end, as it seemed concentrated only on the top on just one side of the bowl. That made it very convenient for me to spoon that part out into a separate bowl for my wife, who really enjoys spicy food. You can add the pork hock for a little extra. The large portion is enough to fill a lumberjack, or feed two average adults. Bun: Forgot how much it was, but around the same range. This was also delicious, but honestly, the first thing that caught our attention was how much meat it came with. This certainly explained why the prices seemed to be a little higher than at other places. Pho: ($16) Add another $1.50 for a large. My son ordered this and could barely finish it. He definitely enjoyed his meal. Spring Rolls: Two "overweight" rolls that were quite filling. Not like your typical skinny, crispy rolls. They were okay--not bad, not fab. I'd order them again, though. Bottomline: WE ARE COMING HERE AGAIN. Hopefully sooner rather than later.

Food: We ordered the Vietnamese crepes which came with lettuce to wrap and mint and pickled…read moreveggies. They were so delicious hot and fresh. We opted to not get the pork belly but got the shrimp only. Ambiance: They lose a star for the crowded room and screaming children on a Sunday afternoon. Don't go on Sunday afternoon unless you have a high tolerance for children.

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Pho Banh MI 89

3.7(194 reviews)
3.8 mi
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Food was delicious, fresh and authentic! It was definitely cooked with love!…read more The staff was also very helpful, attentive and kind. If you're looking for some home cooked Vietnamese cuisine, I would definitely recommend!

First off - the current restaurant at this location - Pho Banh MI 89 - IS NOT owned, managed, or…read moreaffiliated by the owners/managers of the previous Pho restaurant - Viet Flavor. I know - because I asked the restaurant staff when I recently visited in person for some Pho. Why is this important? Because, for some reason - the previous business listing under the "Viet Flavor" name - was simply updated/changed on Yelp to "Pho Banh MI 89" - and of course this keeps all the reviews that were under the the Viet Flavor name. What should have occurred - is that the Viet Flavor business listing is "Closed," and a new business listing created for "Pho Banh MI 89." Until that happens - I have no way to post a review except for here. I visited recently to sample the Pho Ga. The Pho Ga was expensive - I paid around $17 and change for a bowl - seemed a little high. I also ordered the Summer Rolls - which were pretty standard quality-wise. The Pho Ga chicken broth is a bit light for my palate. I'd like to see more depth of flavor and complexity to the chicken broth. As usual, after tasting the broth - I added all the accoutrements: Fresh Basil, lime juice, Jalapeños, and Bean Sprouts. Noodles were not clumped; broth was steaming. Decent bowl of Pho Ga - but not outstanding. The inside of the place was totally gutted during the transition to the new business. Bright, clean, lots of seating. Service was good. Paid with Apple Pay. #PhoBanhMI89

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Pho Duong

Pho Duong

3.9(461 reviews)
5.6 mi
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Favorite pho in the area. Portions are generous. Broth is rich and flavorful. Take out orders are…read moreprompt and accurate. They're good at modifications. Service is generally good. Ambiance is casual. It's a small restaurant at a strip mall (the restaurant's capacity is 85 people). This place always has customers but at peak dining times, there's a wait out the door- yes, even during summer sometimes, but especially when it's cold or raining. Their pho is spectacular, as is their vermicelli bowls, spring and summer rolls. Banh xeo is mid-- there's a specific spice that throws it off (maybe turmeric). I stopped by here recently and noticed they have new menus. Quick skim: pho prices haven't changed, but certain menu items have gone up about $1. If you're looking for a sweet treat after lunch, there's a Sweet Frog 2 doors down, Okaeri next door (Japanese soufflé pancakes and lattes), Paris Baguette a few yards away. There's plenty of parking but you might have to park a few yards away when it's busy.

Stopped by for pho and a few appetizers. The pho was decent overall--the broth had a good flavor,…read morebut it lacked the deep, rich depth that really makes a bowl memorable. The meat portion was generous, which I appreciated. We also ordered the cha gio, but it wasn't worth it in my opinion. It was pretty underwhelming and not something I'd order again. Service was fine, and while our table was slightly sticky, it wasn't a huge issue or anything that affected the meal. Overall, it's a solid spot if you're craving a decent bowl of pho, but there wasn't anything that really stood out enough to make me eager to return.

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Pho Le - 1. Crispy Spring Rolls

Pho Le

3.8(87 reviews)
0.5 mi
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As someone who takes their pho seriously, I have to say Pho Le delivered where it mattered…read moremost--the broth. Deep, rich, and layered with flavor, it had that slow-simmered warmth that makes you appreciate a well-made bowl of spicy beef noodle soup. Every sip felt like comfort in a spoon. The beef was tender, the noodles had the right bite, and the overall execution was solid. Service? Friendly and efficient. The restaurant itself? Clean and well-kept. No complaints on that front. Now, for the one thing that threw me off--the ambiance. Sitting in a Vietnamese restaurant, fully ready to embrace the experience, I found myself listening to Hispanic music and watching Spanish TV. It wasn't blaring or disruptive, but it definitely took away from the immersion. I get that the area has a strong Hispanic presence, and I respect that, but when I'm diving into a bowl of pho, I want the setting to match the dish. Maybe that's just me, but it felt a little off-brand. Would I come back? Absolutely--for the food. The pho alone is worth the visit. But if I had a choice between this and a spot that fully embraces the cultural experience, I'd probably lean toward the latter.

Came for dinner with the family here. The place was completely empty when we arrived, so we just…read moresat where we wanted. We ordered out food and everything came out fairly quick. You can tell everything was fresh, great ingredients were used, and the taste was spot on. Only thing was that we were never really checked on while there. Still worth coming in for the food. Was great!

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23. Cambodian Style Noodles/ 13. Crabmeat and Asparagus Soup

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Pho 234

4.1(352 reviews)
0.3 mi
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I was in the area and stopped in to get carryout for dinner. I got there around lunchtime and they…read morewere pretty busy, which is a good sign. The guy working the front was very friendly and helpful. I ordered my 3 orders of chicken Pho and told him I needed to travel about an hour home. I also told him to pack the white onions separately and to keep the green onions with the regular food and he did just that. He also went into detail showing me how they packed everything. He packed it all nice and tight for the trip and it made it home perfectly. We heated everything up for dinner and it tasted GREAT! The broth was flavorful, clear, and very nicely seasoned. The chicken was abundant and perfectly cooked white meat, sliced nice and thin and was still very moist. The veggies were fresh, clean, and the basil was very bright green. And they sriracha they provided tasted homemade, as it was different, but it was sooo very tasty and had a nice spice to it as well. I'd most definitely return!

So nothing is perfect, right? Thats my view on this place…read more They seemed to be on the verge of getting busy when I walked in. It took a while to be seated, though I think its probably a seat yourself situation and I didnt know. No signs said that but that was the vibe I got as I was being seated. Additionally after ordering my food, it took like 30 minutes for the first thing to come to the table. Normally im patient because I read my kindle and I have time to kill. Thst day i didnt so I was a bit stressed over the time. Typically places have my pho on the table inside of 15 minutes. Ive been spoiled lol they also forgot that I ordered extra bean sprouts and toppings, then when I reminded them they only brought out extra sprouts. It was fine, though slightly annoying. The waiter did come ask me if I wanted more, after the fact but I just said it was fine. I juat wanted to eat and honestly it wasnt that big if a deal. Everything was good, but not phenomenal. It was well worth the price in my opinion. I paid about $29 for a large bowl of pho with a decent amount of meat.... more meat than most places give you, a Thai tea, and an order of rolls which I got 1 crispy and 1 soft even though the soft and crispy rolls are separate orders. They did it special one of each for me which was nice! Honestly that price isnt bad. Now for the nothings perfect aspect. The broth was not as salty as I like. Pretty light actually. Which isnt horrible, because the typical flavors were there but when you dont have enough saltiness, that sometimes gets lost. I dress my pho up, so in the end it didnt matter much, but was something I noted. The rolls were a bit thinner than I usually find. But again that was ok with me for today because with the bowl of pho, those, plus the Thai tea, I was stuffed. Any bigger and I probably would have burst. And then there was the Thai tea. It was ok, but not phenomenal. Honestly that one I was on the verge of regretting. It was rather bitter, but just on the verge of what I would tolerate so... again... not perfect but im definitely NOT displeased. If I was in the area again id probably try another pho place, but i would also revisit this place. Overall I give it 3 stars. Ill be going back one day to update the review. When a place is like this, borderline in my stars.. like a 3... I typically give them a second chance because sometimes there are bad days and this place i feel has the potential to be amazing.

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Pho 234 - Very dim place to eat

Very dim place to eat

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4.5(516 reviews)
19.2 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've been here twice. I really love the creative fusions of eastern and western cuisine at this…read morerestaurant. Their flavor profiles are quite phenomenal. However, some of the portion sizes could be better for the 5-course set menu. I believe it was $80 when we went in Sept 2026. We got the papaya Caesar salad, cha gio, hamachi crudo, main entree, and mango che dessert. Everything tasted great! But the cha gio was just 1 spring roll cut into 2 pieces, put on a PLATTER of herbs. It looks like a big plate but it was just 1 spring roll. The crudo again was elaborately plated but it was 1 tiny piece of fish. The fancy sauces it came with were a waste because the hamachi was barely a bite. My friend got the crispy chicken with coconut rice. I got that the first time I came and loved it. I wanted to try something new so I got the Bo Kho papardelle. It was just ok. I would not get that again. And the dessert was good. Overall, my 2nd visit was a bit disappointing due to the tiny portions for the price of the meal. Our waiter also disappeared half-way and came back for the bill. 20% is already included in your bill. I always tip 20% or more but with it already included in the bill, there's not much incentive, I guess. It was around 12:30pm on a Saturday and the restaurant was not that busy. Our waiter said he was on break... I wouldn't go there again unless it's for a celebration, initiated by someone else in my party.

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

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