An introverts dream, because this is TRUE casual dining. You go up to a counter and order and then…read moretake a seat, self serve water, no pleasantries need. Super fast service, a literal five minute wait. Great portion sizes, reasonable price, and great vegetable, meat, soup, and noodle ratio for the Pho Dax Biet. Will 100% come back. Loved it I am coming back tomorrow no joke.

I came with a friend for lunch on the weekend. The food was excellent but the restaurant was kind…read moreof chaotic. When we first got in it was a free for all. Every table was full but no staff was at the front of the restaurant. People were coming in and getting in line to order food without a place to sit. They would get to the front of the line and be told to go back and wait for a table. Other people would stake out tables and swoop in to grab them. There was a server talking to customers but she was running food, resulting in chaos. We found our own seats and ordered food. By the time we began eating, the server had restored order and organized a line outside for tables. Hopefully the chaos was just a one off! I could tell why the restaurant was so busy though! The food was truly incredible. I've had a lot of pho and this was top notch. The broth was delicious and complex, the noodles plentiful, and the beef was perfectly cooked. I highly recommend! But maybe consider take out.

Every time I'm in the DC area, this spot is a must. It's officially part of my routine at this…read morepoint. The standout for me is their spicy lemongrass pho - I had never tried anything like it before coming here, and honestly, it was kind of life-changing. It's like the perfect fusion of pho and bún bò Huế, with that rich, aromatic lemongrass flavor and a spicy kick that you can level up if you're feeling bold. It's one of those dishes I think about long after I leave. Of course, I had to get a Vietnamese iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá), and it did not disappoint. Super strong, perfectly sweet, and I love that you can actually watch it brew right at your table - it just adds to the whole experience. The vibe of the place is warm and homey, which makes it really easy to relax and enjoy your meal. The staff are always incredibly kind and welcoming too, which keeps me coming back just as much as the food does. If you're in the area and want something a little different from your usual pho order, this spot is 100% worth checking out.

I finally got a chance to visit Pho Viet after reading about how it was the best Pho in DC. I went…read morein on a Friday and it was pretty busy, I shared a table with another group and got situated right away. You come here for the food, it's a very no frills place where if you come enough times, they will get to know you. I didn't know what to order but I know I wanted something spicy so I went with the spicy lemongrass pho. With that one, you can pick your protein. I did chicken. It was so tasty and full of flavor. I was overwhelmed by the size of the bowl at first but ended up finishing it because it was so tasty, but more than that, it was comforting on a cold day. I also did the egg rolls, which were so crispy and almost too hot on my first bite of how fresh they were. I was so glad I finally got a chance to visit, it didn't disappoint!! This is the perfect cold weather, winter meal and it's so cozy on a cold fall or winter day.

First time eating here after it was recommended by a family member. Took a larger party-- and one…read moreof the people in the group had a food allergy to sesame-- the chef/staff were very accommodating and made sure it was clear which dishes contained sesame! Service was prompt and food came out quickly. I think it's best served family style so you can try a little bit of everything. Summer rolls were okay. Spring rolls were a little too shrimp forward for me. Lemon Grass Chicken-- super tender and left a residual spicy feeling on my tongue! The rice was noted to be both sweet and salty which people enjoyed and the drinks were great! LoMein & Drunken noodles were great! Everyone's favorite dish was the shaking beef! We then inquired about a speakeasy and were taken down the stairs (under a pink lightbulb) and found a super popular speakeasy with good vibes & r&b music which i loved! Would highly recommend! Dinner for 7 people was around $300 (alcohol & tip included!) -- felt appropriate for the amount of food we received! everyone left stuffed!

We stopped in for some drinks and possibly a bite to eat. Atmosphere is quite comfy and inviting -…read moreperfect for people-watching and chilling. Our bartender was friendly and funny. 5th Element cocktail - i don't know if the caramelized pineapple was forgotten but this drink was nothing but sour. No. Just no Stir fried rice noodles - Salty and incredibly greasy. The only saving grace was the sweet sausage, which offered a welcome reprieve from the torture my taste buds were in. I didn't even take the leftovers, a practically inedible dish. Given the sky high prices, you'd expect much better than what was received. First and last time here.

I went for a friend's birthday and we all had the chefs tasting (fyi, everyone must participate)…read moreand WOW, what an incredible meal from start to finish. To start, the bread. It was such a perfect start to an amazing meal. The chefs tasting is a hodge podge of everything on the menu. They can accommodate dietary restrictions (we vegetarian and pescatarian confirmed), but it's best to call ahead and confirm. The amount of small bites turned out to be so much and we enjoyed every last bite. One particular side I was obsessed with was the rice. It was sweet and savory and beautiful as well--purple, orange, and green. Asking our server, he explained the thorough baking process and we were blown away. It explains why we enjoyed it so much! Also, shout out on the fish and eggplant mains. They were so great. Also, separate round of applause for the desserts. My favorite was the chocolate dessert with foam and boba. Everything was just wonderful! We were able to get the story on the naming of moon rabbit, and our server Jose was spectacular. The restaurant had a very laid back vibe and aesthetic, making it a very comfortable experience. While several tables are seated together in the same room, you never actually felt it. I had an amazing time and still think about every bite happily.

Incredible staff and service. Lots of interesting dishes. My friend wanted to do the taste of…read moreVietnam for her birthday. I was hesitant due to the price and due to not knowing exactly which dishes would be served. They did at least observe a pescatarian option. The menu ended up being very satisfying, but it was expensive, and cocktails are expensive, and then they imposed a 20% tip AND taxed after tip. I felt pretty scammed, because the price is already so high. Taxing after the high price and a forced 20% tip seems very cruel. We enjoyed the dipping sauce cocktail, the old quarter, and the golden prosperity. Favorite dishes included the taro bread, the bamboo, the rice cooked in coconut milk, the lemongrass pork (for the two meat eaters,) the snapper, and the mango chocolate dessert.

Probably the best pho ive had! i see a lot of reviews mentioning wait times but when we came at…read moreopening (4pm) on a friday, there was no wait at all and actually only 2 other customers the whole time we ate (although they did have a couple to go orders). Maybe the hype died down, coming at opening was great, or cause of the warmer weather! The waiter who greeted us when we came in was super friendly and introduced us to the menu overall before helping us find a seat. Vietnamese beef carpaccio - I think he mentioned they only launched this new menu item maybe 3-4 weeks ago! It was very good. the beef was very tender and i love the vietnamese flavors that come through in the sauce. 3.75/5 Salted vietnamese milk coffee - The coffee flavor is pretty strong which is tasty! Its not too bitter and actually i feel the sweetness and milky levels balance well. it gets really brought together by the salted foam on top! 3.5/5 The butcher's bowl - we saw the fresh noodles being sliced right in front of us! It was so delicious, it was super soft, slightly bouncy and has that ricey taste i love! broth was light but flavorful and all the meats were tasty and tender and not dry at all. 4.5/5

I am from Vietnam, born and raised…read more I have pretty much tasted all the "best" Pho places in all the Vietnamese hubs in the country, including Orange County (Bolsa). This is the hands-down absolute best Pho I have had in the United States. Needless to say, the meat quality is outstanding. However, to any Pho-enthusiast, the broth is the true essence of the dish. In this case, their broth is hits home hardest. The broth reminds me of the best Pho places I have had in Vietnam and even more, and sets itself apart from every Pho places I have had in the US. Hai, the owner, is a master of his craft and truly offers an experience like eating at your family's home. Every bowl is customized to your liking at the 10 seat Pho bar. I will be returning here everytime I come back to DC and cannot recommend it enough to anyone looking for a once in a lifetime bowl of Pho.

I usually go to the Pho 75 in Falls Church, but I visited the Rosslyn location for the second time…read moreafter attending church nearby. We waited for about ten minutes before being seated. The restaurant was clean and the service was quick! Since I am pregnant, I currently can't stand onions or cilantro, so I asked the waiter to leave those out. I have never seen my pho look so plain! It was delicious nonetheless. I also asked for the mung bean sprouts to be steamed, and they were happy to accomodate!

Last month I had an amazing meal at Pho 75 in Philadelphia. This is the original location, very…read morefamous and always packed, but personally, I thought it wasn't as good as the Philadelphia branch. Phở - Tái, Chín, Gàu, Gân, Sách: The broth wasn't as deep or clear as the Philadelphia branch's, and it lacked a bit of umami and sweetness. The beef was slightly overcooked, lacking the chewy texture of raw beef. However, the rice noodles were still bouncy. Overall, it was just okay, not worth waiting in line for almost half an hour. Chè Báp: Simple but incredibly delicious! The coconut milk was rich, fragrant, and sweet, but not too sweet; the corn pudding was thick and fragrant, and you could even taste the corn kernels. As a Cantonese, I felt genuinely familiar and comfortable with this culinary skill of highlighting the natural sweetness of the ingredients.

Not the cleanest place ever, but I guess it does not hinder the food quality. Great customer…read moreservice and great prices! Definitely not a first date destination but if you are feeling cheap and have the cravings, go ahead. Good seating and efficient service, I just was not blown away by the food.

Craving Pho on a snowy/rainy day and this met the mark. The bowls are one size and very generous…read more You can add on spring rolls or fried rolls for a little bit extra. We tried both and they were perfect with the sauce. We got the chicken and also a sliced beef bowl. Also enjoyed the classic iced coffee and the sea salt version. Service was very friendly too. The pretty decorations reminded me of Hoi An in Viet Nam. We will be back.

Came here for date night after hearing so much about this restaurant and it didn't disappoint!…read moreLaotian food is always a hit. We had major indecision because there's SO many things on the menu we wanted to try but ended up getting: Naem khao: 4/5 probably better with the sour pork, but loved how fresh this was. It was a large portion too, so we got kind of full from finishing it before our mains even arrived. Shrimp pad see ew: 5/5 the best pad see ew I've had in the DMV. So much wok fire flavor. You can really taste the caramelization. And the large shrimp were velveted which was made it extra satisfying to eat. Also a good shareable portion size! Muu Som: 4/5 this was super rich and heavy. Would get this again only to share with a larger group. Loved that it came with sticky rice. Mango sticky rice: 4/5 delicious but in my opinion didn't need the ice cream on top (my boyfriend thinks otherwise though). Very large portion as well. The cocktails were a little pricy ($15) for what they were but I did love the tamarind margarita. Just wish it was a larger drink or a smaller price tag. Service was very attentive!

I'm disappointed I haven't ever stopped in here before. I walk by this restaurant regularly and…read morenever thought to check it out. I actually intended to try out the Trini Vybez restaurant next door, but discovered they're closed but their signage is still up. Anyways, I got a seat at the bar for myself and service was great. I was a bit indecisive as the menu is pretty extensive, and I've never eaten Laotian food before. Luckily, it was happy hour, so I was able to sample a couple of their appetizers and their daiquiri which was quite strong. I had the Tam Sum, papaya salad and that was very good with a hint of spice and lime. Then, I also had Chuenh Peek Gai, which was tamarind glazed wings. Omg they were savory and crispy! I loved these. For the entree, the bartender recommended some great options, but I finally settled on Kee Mao, which is flattened rice noodles with stir fry beef and vegetables. It was also a very savory dish, with a sweetness to it. Laotian food is very similar to Thai food and I love Thai food. I will not sleep on this restaurant and will be back soon!!

Dare I say it but I think I found the best pho in DC?! I was craving pho on a rainy weekday and…read moredecided to look on yelp for recommendations. This place kept coming up and I was confused because I've never heard of it but decided to give it a try. While pulling up, I realized that I've driven/or walked past this place for YEARS. The outside is nothing to speak of, especially being on U St. honestly, I didn't even know if it was still open based on the exterior but when you walk in, it's like stepping into a different world. The place is nicely decorated inside and very clean. It's surprisingly pretty spacious for its location. I ordered the Pho 5 which comes and Thai iced tea with boba. The waitress took our orders fast and before we knew it, our pho came out. On the first taste, the broth was delicious. We had a moment where we both looked up at each other with genuine shock because we were underestimating the place. The meats were tender and of good quality. The Thai iced tea was also delicious but I would recommend without the boba because it just lacked flavor. Overall, this place is definitely a "don't judge a book by its cover" sleeper pho spot but it's delicious!! Planning to come back here many more times!

I happened to walk by this Pho restaurant so stopped in to give it a try. This was one of the only…read morerestuarants in this area that was open so I was glad since another Pho restuarant I wanted to try was closed until dinner. The menu selection is good here, and I just ordered Pho with sliced beef. The size was good and it had more beef and noodles in it than I expected so I was very pleased. Overall, the staff was friendly, food came out fast, dine in area nice and clean, and price decent. My experience was very good.