Year after year, Rice Paper remains an incredibly good and incredibly reliable source for truly authentic Vietnamese dishes prepared consistently, with quality ingredients. This place was first recommended to me by Vietnamese immigrants many years ago, and it feels like it's only gotten better. So why aren't the ratings higher? Because it's not the cheapest place in Eden Center, because there's always a wait and the service can be indifferent, and maybe because the room and the furnishings are a bit tired. Who cares? I'm here for the food. Order the rice paper dishes from the back page of the menu, and prepare to get messy. So good. Nobody does it like Rice Paper! TIP: I use the stopwatch on my phone to measure how long I wet the rice papers. 20 to 25 seconds is the most you need, otherwise they get too sticky. Wet a rice paper for 20 seconds, then spread it on your plate, and fill with all the goodies before wrapping tightly. read more

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This place is lively, we came for a very late lunch in the afternoon but the restaurant was still packed. The tables are close together. I like this, it feels familial and busy which somehow makes the experience better. Food comes out when it is done, fresh and hot so don't wait for other dishes to come out before starting! I regret not coming here sooner, they have many awards and I can understand why. The flavors of every item were cooked well! All the vegetables were fresh and clean. I cannot wait to go back. I really recommend any of the platters or combos, the portions are generous but you feel good after eating as plates are very balanced. read more

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A local friend took us here, saying that it is the best of Eden Center. And after our dinner here, I agree. If you order a bowl of vermicelli chicken soup, you get also a savory chicken salad. I love this deal. The ginger dipping sauce is fabulous. We also tried Nam Vang Noodle Soup, but the "dry" version, meaning broth on the side. The roasted quail was well marinated. I also liked the summer rolls. The broken rice plate was tasty, and the size was huge. I love this place. read more

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1st time trying Vietnamese food and I gotta say wow. The waiter was great with his suggestions and advice on what to eat. The food was phenomenal and served quick and hot. Definitely a place I'll revisit. read more

Rice Paper - Vietnamese Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Good food. Understand this is a very authentic Asian place so service is different, but still very good. The setting is comfortable and great for families. The food comes in healthy portions and is good. We started off with spring rolls, which were decent, and then I had lemongrass pork, which I enjoyed very much. My wife had the shaky beef ( Bo luc lac), which was so so. There are better places for shaky beef. read more

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This spot always has a line and the wait can be long, which says a lot about how popular it still is. We ordered the bánh xèo, pho, Thai iced tea, and young coconut drink. The pho was decent but leaned a bit salty for my taste. The drinks, however, were on point--especially the Thai iced tea, which was refreshingly not too sweet and thankfully not overloaded with half-and-half like many other places. The bánh xèo came out nice and crispy, though I was thrown off by the canned brown mushrooms embedded inside. Overall, it was a different experience from when I first started coming here back in 2015, when it was my go-to spot. It feels like the dishes have become more Americanized over time, with flavors toned down compared to what made this place special before. Sad to see, but still worth trying if you're curious. read more

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Busy and crowded space Service is okay. Some foods are excellent and some are okay and not up to the standard. read more

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Was so excited to try this place since it was on the list of top restaurants in NoVA. Food was just ok. The fried things were over fried and dry... the vermicelli bowl -- my standard order, was nothing special. Didn't expect any service so seeing the servers on their phones is probably par for the course here. One and done. read more

I love Vietnamese food and I got recommendations from my Vietnamese friend to try Rice Paper. Love the extensive menu and open my eyes. It was so hard for me to decide what to order. I ended up ordering bahn hoi and my husband got the congee. Bahn hoi was really good. The grilled meat was tasty. This is the first time we tried Vietnamese congee. It tasted good and very savory and the texture was great. We enjoyed our meal a lot! read more

This was my first time visiting Rice Paper. My friend and I only had to wait 10 minutes so we were able to get a seat fairly quick. While other people who came in after us didn't get a table until after we left. The menu has a variety of dishes with a somewhat high price point compared to other local Vietnamese food spots. I got the Bun Bo Hue and my friend got the Bun Thit Nuong. My portion was good but the bowl that it came in was not great for eating soups. The food was okay - service was also just okay. The thing that bothered me the most was the loud dance music, it was a little overwhelming to eat and try to have a conversation while loud music was playing in the background. read more

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Rice Paper - Taste of Vietnam is an absolute standout for Vietnamese cuisine in the busy Eden Center. It strikes a great balance between a sleek, modern atmosphere and deeply traditional flavors. Whether you're a fan of classic staples or looking for something a bit more unique, this place delivers with beautiful presentation and high-quality ingredients. The Highlights: * Hu Tieu Kho (Combination Dry Noodle): This was excellent. They use Hu Tieu Gao, the transparent, chewy rice noodles, which have a fantastic texture. If you prefer the softer Pho-style noodles, you'll need to specify, but they are good either way. It comes with plenty of toppings and a flavorful soup on the side, making for a great presentation. * Com Suon Bi Cha (Broken Rice with Pork Chop): A very solid rice dish. The pork chop was a highlight--perfectly charred with a great smoky aroma and seasoned just right. Most importantly, it wasn't dry at all.The "Bi" (Shredded Pork): This was just okay for me. While the flavor was there, I personally wish there was a bit more of the actual shredded pork skin mixed in rather than more pork meat. * Family-Friendly Service: The service is notably great, especially if you have children. They are very attentive and proactive, providing small bowls and scissors to help cut up noodles for the little ones without even having to ask. The Verdict: It is no wonder this is such a popular choice for both locals and visitors. With a wide range of selections, the restaurant offers a modern style that didn't compromise the authentic tastes at all. It is definitely a must-try if you are in the area! read more

Looking for a late dinner in Eden Center, so not as many options available. Despite closing in an hour, they were pretty busy and accepting new diners. There was a good amount of seating, but didn't feel crowded despite every table being filled. Their menu is large with options for everyone. I do concur with earlier reviews indicating the appetizers are a bit pricy and that with regards to water, they charge you bottled water ($1.50). The food and service was good though! They also accept credit card here. read more

Rice Paper - Vietnamese Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

I must admit, I have somewhat of a bone to pick with Rice Paper given the first time I tried to dine there, they had posted that they would be closed until May 10th. When my party arrived on May 11th, excitedly awaiting our dinner at a place that had come so highly recommended to us, the owners had scribbled out the initial "May 10th" date on the sign and rewritten "May 11th." Well, we'll (try to) pay that no mind, as I had the opportunity to try Rice Paper on a separate, later occasion. Located in the famous Eden Center in Falls Church (a market quite saturated with great Vietnamese food), Rice Paper has stood the test of time as one of NoVa's best Vietnamese restaurants, with a slightly more upscale vibe. The exterior is unassuming, but numerous culinary accolades and awards line the nondescript windows. Inside, the space is small yet cozy, with exposed brick walls and fun hanging lights. At around 6pm on a Tuesday night, the restaurant was about full, so our party of three was seated immediately (though the same cannot be said for weekends here, so come early!). The menu has plenty of options for everyone, ranging from well-known classics like pho, bun, and spring rolls, to more adventurous traditional Vietnamese fare, such as roasted quail soup and pork blood congee. Our server was more than happy to walk us through her recommendations! Two members of our party decided to split the Rice Paper Combo Platter ($25), which comes with a plethora of different options for those that want to try a bit of everything. It's a make-your-own rice paper roll dish, with grilled seafood, grilled pork, and grilled ground beef wrapped in grape leaves served with a side of thin vermicelli patties, fresh lettuce, cucumbers, pickled carrots, and daikon radish, all topped with a sprinkling of peanuts and a lovely tangy fish sauce for dipping. The seafood was shrimp and salmon, I believe, which were both cooked and seasoned quite well! The pork was succulent and tender, and the beef was quite unique, wrapped in an herbal grape leaf, retaining a great amount of moisture. The vegetables were fresh and crunchy, adding a nice acidity and textural contrast to the rolls (especially along with the peanuts!). The assembly portion of it all is fun and novel: you dip the rice paper wraps in warm water, and then place toppings of your liking within the damp paper, and roll it up! They also opted to share an order of their Tom Rang Muoi, which was fried and salted shrimp served in shells, with a lovely helping of acidic, sweet-and-sour vegetable salad. The shrimp itself was perfectly fried - not too greasy nor overly cooked, and quite easy to de-shell. The salad was bright and refreshing, with green and red onions, lettuce, and bits of cilantro! Lastly, I chose a bowl of their Banh Canh Tom Cua ($17), which is described as a "fat rice noodle in thick soup with shrimp cake and crab meat." This was really a pleasant surprise...the soup is delectably savory, thickened with a tapioca starch slurry, making it filling and hearty. The noodles are truly fat and delicious, with a bouncy "QQ" texture, soaking up all the complex seafood flavors of the broth. Lastly, the shrimp cake tastes similar to something you might get at Chinese hot pot, and while I couldn't really discern any crab meat, I could taste the flavor in the broth, and they didn't even mention that there were a couple pieces of large shrimp in my bowl! This was quite a generous portion of a dish that you can't find very often in the States, so it was well worth it, in my opinion. The prices are slightly elevated compared to other Vietnamese restaurants in the area, but you're paying for the critical acclaim garnered over years of patronage, as well as the cleaner, more visually-appealing interior. My one big complaint is that they don't serve tap water - you have to pay extra for bottled (so don't get anything too spicy...). Service is brusque but still happy to help out with any questions, the menu is extensive, with plenty of unique options to sample, and the food is flavorful and truly some of the best in the area...I will certainly return to sample some of their other items! read more

Rice Paper - Banh Canh Tom Cua ($18) - Fat rice noodle in thick soup with shrimp cake and crabmeat - Vietnamese Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

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Rice Paper is certainly a local favorite for good reason. The menu offers a wonderful variety, and every dish we ordered was delicious. The service, however, was a 5 out of 10. read more

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Came from Arizona after hearing good things about this place and noticing the awards and reviews displayed on the window, so we decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, it didn't live up to the hype. The food was just okay--nothing particularly memorable. We ordered a grilled dish with rice and the bún măng vịt. The duck was overcooked, and the soup included button mushrooms, which was unexpected and not to our taste. Overall, it wasn't a great experience, and we wouldn't return. read more

2.22.25 Located in Eden Center. Their entrees are hearty. The entrees we ordered, com tam dac biet and com ga roti, are enough for two servings. Staff are friendly and attentive. I haven't been to this restaurant in several years, but it still remains one of my favorites at Eden. Highly recommend. It's top notch all around. read more

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Back with the relatives again for a goodbye meal. Situated in Eden Center, so it was bustling on a Friday night. Many tables were occupied, but service was still quick. The appetizers Uncle chose were nice. Both the chicken wings and the quail had a very similar salty marinade, but nice as a starter none the less. The "Cơm Tấm" (broken rice) is sort of a sample platter of different items you can try on one plate. A lot to eat. Not all of it was my jam, but I chose this dish exactly because I wanted to sample, and go outside of the 'comfort zone', because you never know when your new favorite food will come around. Not mind-blowing, but overall I thought it was a pleasant meal. Chopsticks are seemingly imported from the evil empire of Russia. If you want to boycott them, then use a fork and spoon!!! The catch is, you may not get chopsticks by default anyway, as we didn't, but furthermore, Uncle lashes you with reeds soaked in chili pepper you if you even dare to touch silverware. Choose wisely. read more

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Tôi đã gọi một phần "cơm tấm đặc biệt" tại đây. Ngoại trừ phần rau sống, không một món nào trên đĩa được tươi ngon cả. Bản thân cơm thì chẳng trắng cũng chẳng ngon. Phần thịt nướng thì cứng, dai và mặn chát--hoàn toàn thiếu đi độ mềm, thơm đặc trưng của thịt vừa mới nướng xong. Chả giò, chạo tôm uống tàu hũ kỳ, chả giò tôm và một món chiên khác (mà tôi không thể nhận diện được) đều cứng như đá, cứ như thể chúng đã bị chiên đi chiên lại nhiều lần vậy. Phần chả trứng hấp thì nhạt nhẽo, bở rời và hoàn toàn vô vị; thậm chí nó còn chẳng giữ được nguyên hình dáng. Phần đồ chua ăn kèm cũng có vẻ như đã bị hỏng. Sau khi ăn xong, tôi đã nôn thốc nôn tháo ra hết tất cả vào ngay đêm hôm đó. Sáng hôm sau, tôi lại bị tiêu chảy. Quả thực là một trải nghiệm kinh hoàng! I ordered the "Special Broken Rice" dish here. With the exception of the fresh vegetables, not a single item on the plate was fresh or tasty. The rice itself was neither white nor tasty. The grilled pork chop was hard, tough, and excessively salty--completely lacking the tenderness and aromatic quality characteristic of freshly grilled meat. The spring rolls, Shrimp pasta wrapped in tofu skin, shrimp rolls, and another fried item (which I couldn't even identify) were all rock-hard--as if they had been deep-fried over and over again. The steamed egg and meat paste was bland, crumbly, and utterly tasteless; it didn't even hold its shape. The accompanying pickled vegetables also appeared to be spoiled. Shortly after eating, I suffered a violent bout of vomiting that very night. The following morning, I developed diarrhea. It was truly a horrific experience! read more

Came here for dinner and it was alright. I feel like it wasn't as good as it used to be. They have a huge menu with all the Vietnamese food you can think of from rice dishes, to noodles etc. I got a noodle dish and it was good. The portion was big but not sure it would be worth it for me to come back. They charge $1.5 for water which is insane to me. We also got the spring rolls which were good. It was pretty empty on a tuesday night. read more

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Solid restaurant in the heart of Eden Center. Popular, for very good reasons. A bit annoying that you have to pay for water, but the gigantic food portions for an incredibly reasonable price definitely made up for it. Gets busy with crowds and waiting time, so be sure to make a reservation beforehand to skip the line. read more

I'm honestly surprised this place is as busy as it is, because the food and service were both a letdown. My daughter always orders phở whenever we go to a Vietnamese restaurant, and even she said it wasn't good. My other daughter had Bun Bo Hue and she only ate half. The overall flavor just wasn't there. Other dishes were too salty. The service didn't help either. Our server dropped off the food and never came back--not once. I couldn't even ask for fresh-cut chili peppers. It felt like we were completely forgotten the moment the dishes hit the table. To make things worse, the bill automatically included a 20% tip, with no option to adjust it. For service that barely existed, that felt unreasonable. The prices were already high, so being forced into a steep tip on top of that just added to the frustration. Overall, the food was disappointing, the service was poor, and the pricing didn't match the quality. I won't be returning. BTW, if you want to eat Bun Bo Hue, try Truong Tien Restaurant inside the plaza. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Every time I dine here, the customer service has been consistently excellent, and the food is always top-notch! read more

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The spicy green papaya salad was amazing, you have to try it. We were able to order the bun bo hue without the blood cubes, but the broth didn't taste quite the same. So I would just order it as normal and remove the blood cubes yourself if you don't care for that. Generous portions and a really gorgeous interior! read more

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I was excited to come here on the enthusiastic recommendation of a friend who has lived abroad albeit not in Vietnam. The interior is plain and unassuming. We came about 6 PM and we were quickly seated by a friendly waiter My friend is vegetarian so I decided to join him and we ordered two vegetarian dishes The roasted tofu and the grilled noodles with vegetables. I also ordered a Hanoi beer. The beer was a good beer. Crisp and refreshing. The dishes were a little disappointing. Since they are a vegetarian dishes, there is no fish sauce to flavor them. They brought us some sauces on the side to provide some heat with the fresh chilies in them, but they didn't add any other flavor notes. The roasted tofu came with a side of rice, which was unnecessary, although welcome, since there is no sauce in the roasted tofu to really sauce the rice. Although this is a very simple preparation, I quite liked the fluffiness of the tofu. The rice was actually handy for the crispy noodles and vegetables because that had a sauce that made a welcome addition to the rice. The crispy noodles came in wedges that I thought might be difficult to cut with my fork, but no problem. We were hungry and cleaned our plates, but I don't know that I would come here again as a vegetarian. My friend liked it alright and felt the same. Given that my other friend was so enthusiastic I might come back to try a meat or fish dish. She is not vegetarian. They do a good business here so that is another recommendation to consider read more

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First time ever coming to Rice Paper, I already had an idea what I wanted. It is pretty clued in from the name of the restaurant. I got the rice paper meal that came with veggies and other proteins. You wrap it yourself and then you can dip your spring rolls in sauces. I thought the food was great, really no downsides on that. The only downside of Rice Paper is that they don't have any water and if you do want water, it's just boiled hot water (which to be honest, I don't think I would mind). But if you're looking for water to quench your thirst, you'll have to get bottled water. Service wasn't bad, and when we came in it wasn't too busy and loud. Plenty of seating at tables, I haven't experienced a rush of people, but who knows maybe one day I'll see it. read more

Just an echo of previous reviews - excellent traditional Viet food with pretty presentation - via plated & decor. The menu is a book, for good portion size - price is reasonable. Saturday afternoon at 3:30 and they were packed - plan accordingly. read more

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My mom found this place on Facebook in some DMV foodie group and really wanted to try it out because of the raving reviews. Eden Center is certainly not for the faint of drivers but it is definitely even more so on a Saturday for lunch, so make sure to get there before noon to minimize the time spent waiting! We got the com tam dac biet (#18), com ga roti (#31), and banh xeo (#93) for four people, which turned out to be perfect for us (although we do eat a little less than the average family). Portions are huge, which does generally justify the price point. The com tam dac biet was pretty standard compared to what I've had in California -- full of a variety of different pork and shrimp items. The pork was not super tender and they gave us butter knives, which was a bit of a pain because it was hard to cut through. I prefer a slightly sweeter pork chop but it was still very well seasoned. The chicken in the com ga roti was really tender and juicy, with crispy skin, which was probably my parents' favorite. The yellow rice was also not overpoweringly strong but still had a fragrant flavor. Banh xeo was crispy but the contents were not distributed evenly, so some of us got a lot more bean sprouts than others. I'd love to come back and try some of the items on their extremely extensive menu! read more

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DO NOT GET THE CHICKEN!!!!!!!!!! We went for our last day in Virginia. Expecting a nice vetnames lunch but no #1 it Got stuck in my teeth every bite and as soon as I stopped eating to use the bathbathroom my stomach hurt...... I had food poisoning. Absolutely do not recommend only for the service was nice. read more

We came here for luncheon with 15 people. Make sure to reserve because they get busy all the time. It is family style here. I got the 44. Hu Tieu hoac M Chim Ct which is super healthy. It was very warm and flavorful. It's perfect for rainy or sick day. I just wish I known the quail was not going to be cut up because it's hard to eat with the soup. And the banh xeo like an omelette and crepe. It's great with the fish sauce. Recommend coming here! read more

Rice Paper - Hu Tieu hoac M Chim Ct - Vietnamese Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

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Lunch on a Tuesday. Place was full with almost all Vietnamese people, a good sign. Ordered a vermicelli bowl with eggroll, grilled pork & shrimp, had lots of veggies too. Served with fish sauce. Huge menu, not just a pho place. Everything was fresh and tasty. Will return to try other dishes. Get there early to avoid a wait. read more

Rice Paper - Number 51. Vermicelli bowl with lots of stuff. - Vietnamese Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Great place for Vietnamese food in Eden Center! I've always had good Vietnamese food at Rice Paper and would come more often if it was closer. For American taste, order the shaky beef with fried rice. Comes with egg and Chinese sausage, and plenty of tender beef. Try the Rice Paper Combo Platter if you want to try traditional Vietnamese wraps. You get rice paper which you soak so you can wrap. Put in lettuce, noodles and any of the protein which comes with the platter (beef in grape leaves, grilled pork, grilled seafood). Wrap and dip in traditional Vietnamese nuoc mam. Prices are reasonable. read more

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Even though I picked the busiest day to try this place, it was still good and the food came out quickly. I tried the garden rolls, crispy rolls, and the Bánh xèo. If a Vietnamese restaurant has Bánh xèo it is always the first thing I try since it is my favorite dish. It was very good, probably one of the best I've had at a restaurant. Nice and crispy but not drenched in oil. Overall great food and I'd go back again. read more

By far the most contemporary-feeling venue I've visited after exploring the Eden center several times. The food is still spot on, but the vibe is different. While most restaurants at Eden have a very mom-and-pop authentic feel to them, Rice Paper feels more like a higher-end restaurant you can find in DC. The physical menu is well crafted, the room is brightly lit and very presentable; it just looks really good. Fortunately the food is just as good. I asked for recommendations and was told about their hot pot. I wasn't hungry for that big of a meal so I got something smaller, including some fried egg rolls. While my main dish was good, I gotta say - those egg rolls were the bomb! They were so good I ended up ordering a different set of rolls just to balance them out. read more

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Authentic Vietnamese food. Very flavorful. Food coming in really quick. Big plates. The place is crowd. read more

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If you want delicious Vietnamese cuisine look no further than Rice Paper. Paired with appropriate wines, the chef created an authentic evening in Vietnam without leaving the USA! Well done! read more

Every time I take my mother in law to Eden this spot is a must for us. My MIL is a picky eater and she loves this place. It's ALWAYS crowded but the staff does a great job of servicing everyone as best as they can. I like to order the Bun Bo hue, the shrimp boi, and the nam nuong rolls read more

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Food was very good. Service was quick and attentive. Ambiance is a little loud but understandable given the weekend. Lots of activity. read more

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Great Vietnamese restaurant with delicious and a variety of dishes. The dishes are very creative with many different meats and ingredients. I had the Bun Bo Hue and it was definitely on par with a lot of different ingredients and meats. Very unique and I would definitely recommend the Bun Bo Hue here. It does get very busy during peak hours so be prepared to wait. read more

We used to love this place, it was excellent 10 years ago. Well.... Everything changes. Was quite a disappointment. They must have changed the cook or/and the owner. Fresh Spring Roll used to have one full jumbo shrimp rolled in it. It is half of it now, and it seems they changed the choice of fresh herbs ( like Thai mint) that they used to have, I found it quite blah tasting read more

Rice Paper - Spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

I like the food every time I've been there. Normally I get the shaking beef. My daughter got it and ever since, I started getting it. Service is pretty prompt and the place is tight when it's busy but busy because it's good too. Surprisingly bathroom is pretty clean and enough seats if it isn't too busy but goes by fast. I look forward to coming here when I'm in town. read more

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