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    4.3 (161 reviews)
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    Jannet C.

    I'm so glad we found this place! They serve unique Vietnamese street food with a creative twist. We ordered the pho cheesesteak bánh mì and the chicken bánh mì, and both were packed with flavor. The cheesesteak had that signature pho-spiced taste and an amazing cheese pull. They also offer rice bowls and pho noodle soups. Ordering is simple -- you place your order at the counter and pick it up when it's ready. The service was fast and friendly, and the whole experience was great. We'll definitely be back!

    Oxtail pho
    TaNeisha J.

    I remember when Phowheels started as a food truck and I would make sure I stalked their social media to find out where they would be for the day. I'm so proud of the owners and happy they have yet another brick and mortar location! Their phô is definitely in my top 5. I usually order the oxtail phô or the brisket. The broth is light and aromatic -- very comforting. The rice noodles are cooked perfectly. Let's talk about the oxtail, shall we? So tender and flavorful! I like to order take-out so I can get down the way I want lol. The inside is relatively small, and on a cold night, you may not find a seat! Definitely check them out! Cheers!

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    Mimi W.

    Besides being the first Vietnamese food drive-thru in MD, Phowheels has one of the most unique menus I've seen - and so many oxtail dishes! This is Vietnamese street food and they've made some bold twist to classic dishes - I especially like their "bo-khirria" items, which is a twist on Birria beef, which is dipped into their savory Vietnamese beef stew (bo kho broth). Their fusion tacos were also tasty and the Shaky Beef Rice Bowl was marinated well. At first it seems a little pricey for a fast-casual type place, but the portions are good and the freshness of the ingredients are worth it! And you can't beat the super friendly service there with the cute cartoon drawings all around!

    Wings
    Ashley L.

    Customer service is excellent. From the moment we pulled up (yes, they have a drive-thru, which is super convenient), the staff was friendly, patient, and genuinely welcoming. Inside, they were attentive, checked in regularly, and made sure everything was taken care of. Service is definitely a standout. The pho itself was flavorful with a rich, aromatic broth. It's on the expensive side compared to other pho places, so it feels more like a treat yourself kind of spot rather than an everyday go to. The banh mi was really good! Fresh bread with a nice crunch on the outside and soft inside, and the fillings were well-balanced and tasty. I'd absolutely order that again. The wings were a bit of a letdown. While the flavor was actually really good, they were very oily and had a lot more breading than meat. The wings themselves were pretty small, so it felt like you were mostly eating crispy coating. I didn't love that the food dined in was served in paper bowls with plastic cutlery. I did love that they included icons on the menu next to items that contain certain allergens. I feel seeeen. Overall: great service, solid pho and banh mi, convenient drive-thru, but pricey. I'd come back, especially for the banh mi and the friendly service.

    Dac biet banh mi
    Rachel N.

    This place was popping on a Saturday night! Lots of seating though. The anime art on the walls was a nice touch. I think one of the managers was cashiering because he was so personable and friendly. All the workers seemed to care about this establishment. Wings 7/10: Crispy and delicious. Didn't feel too oily in the moment. Banh mi dac biet 11/10: easily the best of the 3. So flavorful with the pate and so refreshing with the carrots/cucumbers. I don't even like cucumbers but this meal made me appreciate them more. Oxtail cheesesteak banh mi 7/10: on the heavier side. apparently even better reheated a day later. Overall, I wish the banh mi was more toasted to give a better crunch.

    Honey garlic wings
    Thomas T.

    The lemon pepper wings had a really good flavor. The honey garlic not so much. I didn't like how the skin just crumbled. It's like they put too much batter or something. My cousin got the oxtail cheese steak and said it was decent. The staff are super friendly and serve with a smile on their face. The place looks clean. Fun atmosphere to hang out. With a nice shopping center.

    Brisket pho
    Ashley F.

    I've been trying to get here for a while, and I'm so glad I finally made it! I ordered the brisket pho, and as soon as I took a sip of the broth, I was hooked! I ended up ordering the pho again two days later. It was so flavorful. When i went in person to order, the guy at the register was so nice and patient with me. I loved the addition of the fresh thai basil and bean sprouts. If you like spicy, definitely get the chili oil. It's an amazing addition. I can't wait to try other things on the menu.

    Margy C.

    I really wanted to try the pho but being short on time, I had to get a rice bowl because I think pho needs to be eaten at a table when it's right out of the kitchen. I ordered the chicken thigh rice bowl and it was prepared quite quickly. It came in a square container which was very hard to eat because the flaps kept getting in my way. My first bite was very hard rice. I thought to myself, surely this is not what this dish is supposed to be! Maybe I just got a bit of dried rice because the rest of the bowl was fine with soft rice as it should be. I thought the chicken was dry and flavorless. My favorite ingredient was just the pickled veggies. I really wanted to like this place and I'm willing to give it another try later.

    Birria roti taco
    Andrea R.

    I wasn't in the mood for pho but the variety they had SHOCKED me. Their birria roti tacos were AMAZING as was the oxtail cheesesteak banh mi sandwich. They both came with a dipping sauce (broth like) that completely added to the flavor. I never imagined a fusion like this working but it's one of my top places now. Also the fact that the restaurant is drive thru and it has beautiful black and white art inside makes it easy to get on the go or to go inside with friends. Laidback vibe

    Melody A.

    First I would like to take a moment to appreciate being acknowledged and welcomed as soon as I entered the establishment. This means so much to me as a customer that the restaurant appreciates your presence, business and support. Secondly as soon as you walk in you take in the amazing aroma. This visit was my first time here so I needed a minute to look over the impressive menu. So many choices to choose from. I recommend the chicken and shrimp eggrolls, the fried chicken wings and the oxtail pho. The meat was so tender, just falling off the bone. The pho was so flavorful with fresh ingredients such as basil, cilantro and scallions. Just amazing! Make sure to wash it all down with Vietnamese coffee, Thai tea or fresh coconut juices. I can't wait to come back to try more items off the menu. See you soon!

    Oxtail egg rolls
    Johnathan L.

    I'll was surprised for the place; I wasn't expecting too much from this, but the classic menu items are decent and I love the experimental menu items. The best item I had were definitely the oxtail eggrolls. Oxtail eggrolls were definitely a new thing. I never had something like it and they even gave full broth to dip it with which actually went very well with the cheesy beefy interior. No veggies, noodles, cabbage, or any other typical egg roll ingredients so it was definitely on the savory side. 100% for meat lovers. The exterior was wonderfully crispy and the broth was seasoned well enough to give an aromatic, deep hearty flavor to these oxtail egg rolls. The pho is pretty good. I'll say it's a little bit better than average but nothing crazy. More depth in flavor and more umami. I've had places were pretty similar, so this was just typical. But this place is legit. The broth will form a gelatinous texture if refrigerated, which is a hallmark sign of actual bones and collagen being in the broth. I really like the atmosphere and the customer service is top-notch. The guy who was at the register was very nice and very welcoming made it made everything feel a lot more special. He was also checking in on us semi-often just to make sure our food was good. The atmosphere is very bright and modern. I feel like it's a good spot to hang out with friends and get some cool food if you like pho. I'm sure you'll find this place pretty decent.

    Misty J.

    Wow, this place was so amazing! Friendly staff and delicious food! Their menu has so many things I wanted to try but I opted for the oxtail pho and I got a brisket cheesesteak to go! They have a drive through, which is crazy and the service is too notch. The two ladies working the front were pleasant and friendly and made us feel so welcomed! Bathroom was nice and clean. Only thing is it may be difficult to find seating depending on the crowd but this place is awesome! Give them a visit if you're interested!

    Chicken Thigh Banh Mi
    Anne-Olive N.

    What a nice fast casual place to have in the Burtonsville. We ordered the oxtail tacos and chicken thigh banh with fries. Skip the fries but definitely get the oxtail tacos - the roti canai flatbread was the star of the show!! Nice amount of oxtail and pretty moist. The chicken banh kk was filling and well seasoned as well. Ample parking in the shopping center and helpful staff members!

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