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    Caphe Banh Mi

    4.2 (1.3k reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Grilled Pork - Tht Nng
    Parth R.

    Go here JUST FOR THE BROTH. Never did I think Pho both could be buttery and clean but they do something different here. Never need anything else. On the side a solid imperial rolls and side of grilled pork were an amazing accompaniment. I will for sure be back as this is such an unassuming neighborhood joint. They should be proud!

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    Nicol N.

    Coming from Houston, I had pretty high standards for pho, but Caphe Banh Mi pleasantly surprised me. The restaurant itself is small but cute and honestly gives off a bit of a New York vibe. There's also plenty of outdoor seating, which was perfect for us. I came with a group of 14 and we were seated outside right away. Luckily the weather was amazing, so it made for a really nice dining experience. The scenery was aesthetic and the service was impeccable. I ordered a customized pho bowl with beef slices, tripe, and tendon. The broth tasted authentic and flavorful. As someone used to Houston pho, I was actually impressed. I also didn't leave feeling super thirsty afterward, which usually tells me the broth isn't loaded with MSG. Their milk tea boba was pretty good too. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this spot to tourists or anyone looking for a solid bowl of pho.

    This is my first negative restaurant review because I felt this experience was important to share. I ordered the Summer Rolls and the Vegan Imperial Rolls. Instead, I received Summer Rolls containing shrimp and Imperial Rolls containing meat. I don't eat meat, and I'm allergic to shellfish, so this wasn't simply an incorrect order--it was a food safety issue. I called the restaurant to explain the mistake. After spending about 15 minutes on the phone while they located my ticket and reviewed the order, I was told the Vegan Imperial Rolls had been entered incorrectly, but there was nothing they could do because the kitchen had prepared what was on the ticket. I understand that mistakes happen. What I can't understand is refusing to resolve the situation. There was no offer to replace the food, provide a refund, or otherwise make things right. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, I would be very cautious.

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    M C.

    First time going here. I ordered the Phoenix Bahn Mi. I enjoyed it very much. I am attaching an image of the current menu.

    Nicole S.

    Pho is one of my favorite dishes and Caphe Banh Mi is one of my top spots! The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating. The food is very quick to come out. The staff aren't too friendly but work swiftly, which is great. The pho is amazing with lots of fresh ingredients. I don't think there is AC in the summer.

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    Sean R.

    Caphe Banh Mi is an ideal stop for this current cold weather spell if you're anywhere near Alexandria virginia. Their fresh pho and flavorful banh mi will warm you right up! Service was excellent with our water cups never going empty and our food arriving so quickly after ordering. The general ambiance of the restaurant feels authentic, for lack of a better word. You step in and immediately feel welcome as the smells from the kitchen waft to your seat. I will be back for more!

    Grilled Lemongrass Chicken - Tht G
    Ka L.

    This place is a great place for Viet comfort food. The service is exactly what you expect from most small neighborhood restaurants. The ambience is casual and the tucked away outdoor seating from bit street is very nice. Great for family, friends and casual dates. The food is excellent but note this is not meant for fancy Michelin star food. Just something you like to eat anytime. Sloppy Viet- saucy and meaty that I prefer more than a Philly Steak... a Asian take on - Philly Steak for an Asian Lemongrass Chicken - standard affairs with chick juicy and perfectly grilled and spiced. Nothing surprising, just good.

    Summer roll
    Merri D.

    Rainy winter Saturday makes the perfect day to get pho. Apparently everyone else has the same idea lol. There is seating inside but heads up tables are close together and I wouldn't recommend this for large groups. This is more of a fast casual dining experience, get in get out and get going. Service is quick to keep the tables moving and it's popular in the neighborhood as there were many pick up orders coming in while I dined. Pho will cost you around $15 for the small house to $22(?) for the most expensive bowl. They also have bahn mi and noodle bowls. Decent prices and service, I would visit again.

    Pho rib eye
    Stephanie B.

    My husband and I wanted pho for dinner and we found this cute little spot in old town Alexandria. The pho and banh mi sandwich were so good! Def recommend this place for a date night or with friends. They have outside seating and in door. I also love they have small and large options available.

    Chicken Banh Mi (5*)
    Doug B.

    Another amazing meal. I had my go-to lemongrass Banh Mi. Typical excellent service. It was such a beautiful February. On warmer days, I enjoy their sidewalk seating. The Banh Mi are excellent. The bread is always so, so crunchy. It was packed full of flavor. Sloppy Viet Bo Bam (spicy red curry ground beef) and the Phoenix Ga (Lemongrass Chicken) are my favorites. Don't forget to ask for extra jalapeños! I'm not a big Pho person but always hear great first hand reviews from my group. This is on my Old Town top 10 rotation for sure. Check them out!

    Slices pork rice

    Very good slices pork on rice. The portion is a bit smaller than I expected for the price. But I will be back for sure.

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    Jasmine C.

    Spotted this place from Google maps. So glad I did. The food was great. Beer and wine options abundant. My friend is vegetarian and she loved her food as well. Would come again

    Vermicelli and salad
    Alan N.

    High quality Vietnamese restaurant right off of King's street. Convenient and central location. Service and food are both high quality, and all staff are Vietnamese. I've tried the vermicelli and pho. Vermicelli is somewhat of a dry version of the pho (with some additions), and my preferred choice between the two. Worth checking the place out.

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    2 months ago

    Food came out very soon after ordering, like within 5 minutes. Had the house pho, it was very good, nice broth, very filling.

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    Do they take reservations?

    No, walk ins only

    Does this restaurant use MSG in their pho in 2023?

    Do you have dine in?

    yes.

    How is parking?

    on street or paid parking immediately across the street

    Does their number work? They never pick up these phone for a call in order.

    I've had this happen too. But then realized it was a Tuesday and they're closed on Tuesdays. They also are closed between 3 to 5 pm on weekdays.

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    Saigon Rolls

    Saigon Rolls

    4.1
    (180 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    After a few misses on King Street, we decided to give Saigon Roll a try, and we're so glad we did…read more We ordered the Beef Pho and the pork vermicelli bowl with grilled pork and fried spring rolls. Both were excellent. My vermicelli bowl was the standout--perfectly seasoned grilled pork with just the right amount of spice, fresh vegetables and herbs, crispy spring rolls, and the perfect balance of noodles and toppings. Every bite was fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. The pho was just as good, with a rich, comforting broth and tender beef that really hit the spot. The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and simple--nothing fancy, just a welcoming place that lets the food shine. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. We'll definitely be back. If you're craving fresh, flavorful Vietnamese food in Old Town Alexandria, Saigon Roll is absolutely worth a stop.

    Service was quick and the server was friendly. There was no wait and I came here around 2:30pm in…read morethe afternoon during the week. Food was just 4/5. I had to take off 1 star because although the pho was delicious with flavor and good proportion of meat to noodles, the Vietnamese iced coffee was too sweet and the rolls I ordered to go were just okay to me in regards to taste and flavor. Overall, if you're craving pho, this is your spot but for the other items, I wasn't blown away. The restaurant was clean with a lot of seating. There's a lot of street parking available.

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    Pho Saigon Pearl

    Pho Saigon Pearl

    4.4
    (148 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    Okay bear with me for a long review. I am passionate for this because I've been on a hunt for some…read more Pho and their mango sticky rice is good too! (fair warning they do sprinkle some peanuts on there, look out, if you are allergic)! In case you don't want to read the whole thing: 10/10 pho. The portion is so worth it! The flavor is amazing and so hearty yet refreshing. Also I am 99% sure my food came within minutes of ordering because I did not even get the chance to open my book. The way I rate pho, are two things, one, the noodles, and two, the broth's flavor. Noodles: Because nothing hurts more than a yummy broth with some overcooked noodles that breaks when you try to eat them. Pho Saigon Pearl is doing it right, their noodles are perfectly cooked, you can pick them up and they're not clumpy, they don't fall apart (literally God Bless) Broth: bone broth is soooo good for your overall health and every time when I am feeling slightly under the weather, I look for a good ole pho place for some yummy broth. No one wants flavorless and greasy broth, and it's awkward to ask for salt, but LET ME TELL YOU GIRLLLLLL THE BROTH (fantastic give me 14 of em) it is sooooo perfectly seasoned, it is perfectly salty and gives you that beautiful completed flavor of meat and veggies. The ambiance is nice, lots of lighting, clean interior and spacious set up. Overall: 10/10 would recommend. Literally kisses all around because I already feel better I CANNOT wait to come back again!

    It was chilly yesterday! We've been having some crazy weather this week. So when I was leaving the…read morenail shop, I decided to stop in and check them out. Placed my order to go...clean spacious and wasn't crowded at all. I ordered the veggie pho, with a side of summer rolls and fried veggie spring rolls. The summer roll was delicious! Staff was welcoming and friendly...unfortunately I didn't feel like eating my soup when I got home so hopefully the hubs will have at it and let me know how it is.... Looks delicious! Full of yummy colorful veggies. Anyhoo- Happy Yelping!

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    3. Fresh Summer Rolls with Shrimp
    3. Fresh Summer Rolls with Shrimp
    Knorr Liquid Seasoning, whose main ingredient is mono sodium glutamate or MSG.

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    Knorr Liquid Seasoning, whose main ingredient is mono sodium glutamate or MSG.
    Sisters Thai

    Sisters Thai

    4.2
    (554 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    We had lunch here today and the restaurant looked really nice. We were the first one's here but the…read moreplace started to fill up quick. The staff, especially Cece and Hi were very friendly. They walked us to our table and was so accommodating. On an extremely hot day like today (103F) it was refreshing to walk into a nice cool and nicely lit and decorated place. It was very relaxing. The parking was off the street and is free for 2 hours. There were plenty of spots available just at the front of the restaurant. We ordered the Whole Fried Flounder and the Massaman Curry with shrimp and for dessert the Magnolia Creme Crepe. I am partial to good Crepe dessert... and this place offered different selection. A plus! The food was freshly prepared and was very tasty. I would recommend trying this place out. You will not be disappointed.

    After several times here, this is a really good Old Town Thai option. Typically good service…read more Cool looking menu style (looks like a magazine) with lots of top choices. Today, I tried the Pik Khing with beef. This is one of my go to entrees at any Thai place. Great flavors here to include a nice medium spice flavor. I have tried the Panang Curry with chicken. Very good. Normal spicy is probably too mild for me. Good flavors. I like to get a side of broccoli to add more veggies to the dish. It comes with broccoli already but I like a little more. Oh, and the decor is really nice. Love the designs inside. Very cool. Give them a try!

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    Homey yet delightfully fanciful interior
    Homey yet delightfully fanciful interior
    Cashew nut chicken
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    Wonderful Asian

    Wonderful Asian

    3.9
    (17 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Wonderful Asian is a nice gem of a find, as they offer an extensive menu of Chinese, Japanese…read more(ramen, hibachi), and even seafood boils. We came here for an early lunch, and we ordered: +Crab Rangoon - triangular-shaped, generously filled with the cream cheese/crab mixture; could have been a bit more crispy, as it was slightly chewy; the sweet & sour dipping sauce was a great complement +Chow Fun - we opted for the beef as a protein; the noodles were extremely wide, which was great; you can kick it up with chili oil and soy sauce; beef were plentiful +Mongolian Beef - lots of onions and scallions, this had a good flavor; you can add more of a saltiness to it with soy sauce This is definitely a family-run and -operated eatery, as the youngest son was taking orders and manning the register; all orders were made-to-order, so what you will be receiving will be super fresh! The owners were very kind, friendly, and attentive! There were a couple of tables inside, so we chose to dine in. Everything tasted fresh, not at all salty, and prepared with care and love. I'd love to try out their lunch specials and other chef specialty entrees on the next visit. Plenty of parking in the shared strip plaza lot. +fresh Chinese eats +made-to-order items +friendly service +plenty of parking in the strip plaza lot

    We are very happy that Wonderful Asian has joined the neighborhood. Located in the same space…read morewhere Ken's Asian Bistro used to reside. This is a family-run restaurant and it was great to see that they had their very young son manning the counter and the cash register in a totally professional way. The menu is straight-forward with the usual and expected dishes. One dish I did not expect to see, but did, were hush puppies! Everything we ordered for takeout was excellent. Portions are generous and inexpensive. Note: there are two tables in the restaurant if you prefer to dine in. We ordered egg drop soup, crispy pork wontons, Mongolian Chicken and Mongolian Beef. The egg drop soup was better than your typical egg drop soup, with a flavorful broth and silky but still hearty texture. The wontons were packed with pork and came with a tasty bright red dipping sauce that complimented the wontons nicely. The Mongolian Beef and Mongolian Chicken are the same dish, with the only difference being the meat. These dishes were very well prepared with just the right amount of onion, scallion and sauce. The beef had a delicious slightly smoky flavor and was cut into nicely shaped pieces. The Mongolian dishes automatically come with white rice. Speaking of the rice, it had a great texture and just the right amount of moisture. Take out orders may take up to a half hour for them to be prepared, but it is well worth the wait. We will be back.

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    Mongolian chicken
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    Yunnan By Potomac Noodle House

    Yunnan By Potomac Noodle House

    4.3
    (700 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    located in a large shopping center with pay for parking garage…read more I was sat by the hostess right away, I had a choice of wherever I wanted to seat, plenty of seating. there is also a bar area with available seating my waiter doubled as the bartender. he was amazing, friendly, attentive and considerate. he made my drinks immediately. you're given a fresh moist towel at the table to clean noodles, soups and dessert came pretty quick, the only thing that took a little longer to arrive was my bao buns, which you have the option of having it steamed or pan fried. all were delicious. 2 separate single bathrooms

    Been a few times prior to reviewing, so I generally had a good opinion, but finally decided to…read morescrutinize them a bit more. Stopped in for dinner, and was warmly greeted and seated. Always appreciate the minimalist yet still eloquently-decorated aesthetic of the restaurants, complete with a window to view the kitchen, which itself seemed relatively clean and well-kempt. Ordered the Woodear Mushroom and Mint Salad, and the Mogu Shiitake Mixian Ramen. The mushrooms were light and chewy, yet savory with citric and garlicky elements, and overall very refreshing. The ramen was solid in most respects, with a decent variety of vegetables and multiple proteins, including tofu, shiitakes, soybeans and marinated egg (which I enjoyed despite typically not liking hard-boiled egg too much). The noodles were a little bland, however, and didn't taste like they absorbed much of the broth. Overall, I'd say 4.5 stars are more accurate; YbP Noodle House is a regular haunt for me because the quality is there in most respects.

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    Mixian beef noodles
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    54 Restaurant

    4.4
    (241 reviews)
    6.3 mi
    $$

    The food was great. The service was decent. The restaurant was neat and clean. It was a little…read morepricey, I paid $30 for a banh mi sandwich, 2 fresh shrimp summer rolls, and a strawberry tea. I loved the tea. And it was crowd but I got my food fast. This was a Vietnamese restaurant

    I came here with my girlfriend for a casual meal while we were visiting from out of state and…read morecraving some Vietnamese food. Before we even walked into the restaurant, we were informed that the left entrance door had been broken for quite some time. Since we had a double baby stroller with us, getting inside was a bit of a challenge and not exactly the best first impression. Overall Ratings Atmosphere - 3/5 Service - 3/5 Food - 3/5 Parking - Street Parking Atmosphere - The restaurant feels a bit old and dated and could probably use some updating. Interestingly, while the dining room definitely shows its age, the ordering system is modern and up to date. The contrast between the two was pretty noticeable. Service - Service was just okay. This is more of a casual setup where customers place their orders at the counter and the staff bring the food out when it's ready. There wasn't really anything memorable, either good or bad, about the service experience. What We Ordered - -Spring Rolls (Good) -Pho Dac Biet (Special Beef Pho) - The flavor was good overall, but the broth was only lukewarm when it arrived. A bowl of pho really needs to be piping hot, so this took away from the experience. -Grilled Pork Rice Plate - The pork was a bit too salty for my taste and was just okay overall. Final Thoughts - This was an average dining experience. The food was decent, the service was adequate, and the atmosphere was nothing particularly special. Nothing stood out enough to make me want to go out of my way to return, but I also wouldn't discourage others from trying it if they're already in the area. There are simply other Vietnamese restaurants nearby that I would be more inclined to visit first.

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    Cafeteria style interior
    Cafeteria style interior
    Vietnamese coffee, crispy tofu, chicken wings.
    Vietnamese coffee, crispy tofu, chicken wings.
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    Caphe Banh Mi - vietnamese - Updated July 2026

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