Although the robot server freaks me out a bit, the human staff here are super friendly and helpful!…read moreOne gentleman actually came out and helped my mom into the restaurant when she was on a walker. I have not tried the pho here but I really enjoyed the bun rieu and the com tam plate my mom ordered. My bun rieu had an ample amount of good quality crab meatballs, fried tofu, shrimp cake, and pork blood. I added extra peppers and asked for a little extra shrimp paste for my soup but that's my preference. I got my fix without having to spend all day cooking or driving all the way to Eden Center. I had a bite of the grilled pork chop with rice which was delicious and the fish sauce was actually to my liking here! So glad they opened right in Gaithersburg so close to home.

I've been here many, many times since my initial review and can comfortably they are consistent and…read morehigh quality. My fav restaurant in Maryland. PROS * Excellent and strong iced coffee, especially impressive as they're *well* ahead of the 4 other shops within walking distance that sell coffee. * Good service, no issues getting served even when they're busy * No issues with parking, I've never had a problem getting served during the lunch rush. CONS * Bahn mi sandwiches are just okay. * Area around the bathrooms is a little cramped.

Stumbled upon SBS through a friend wanting to try a new place …read more.. And let's say we were not disappointed, tucked away in a shopping is a gem of place, walking into this place was presently surprised with the clean and modern vibe which is awesome So good job ! Now food ... Oh damn all of it was fresh ingredients and packed full of flavor. Homemade Nem Noung Coung was delicious and the dipping sauce for it was onpoint ... it had a nice peppery flavor to it which was a pleasant surprise and did well . The coriander chicken salad was fresh and on point .. fresh herbs makes the dish. Bo ne was full of tender cubes of steak and fresh pate so good .. Scallion noodles and lobster delicious ! Service was on point and very attentive aswell.. Definitely would recommend this place and come back when I'm in town!

Saigon Bistro is a top Yelp recommendation with many great reviews as well as being very close to…read morewhere I live. Let me start by saying that the Pho was good and a good value. Nothing exceptional but good quality, good food And a fair amount of steak in mine for $16. I wish I could say the same about the service or lack there of provided by the two young female servers. For starters, they have zero communication skills. They drop things at the table and just stand there without a word. I did not receive the Vietnamese coffee that I ordered until I asked for it nor was I asked whether or not I wanted it with whipped cream - there's was no description on the menu so I wasn't aware it came with whipped cream. When we placed our order we asked for extra cilantro and received no cilantro at all. Once the runner delivered our food no one came over to ask how everything had turned out, if we needed anything else etc. The lack of communication, lack of attention to detail and quite frankly complete lack of personality turned a pleasant afternoon meal into a disappointment. It's a shame because I saw several other things on the menu that I'd like to try but I'm not interested in being in that unpleasant atmosphere again

Upon entering we were welcomed by light chatter in Vietnamese and the faint sweet smell of nuoc mam…read morecham. To further fulfill that nostalgic feeling of my weekends having lunch at Eden Center with my parents as a teen, I ordered an avocado smoothie to sip while looking over the menu. I have never been to Hanoi so there were some dishes I hadn't tried before but if a Vietnamese restaurant tells you what their house specials are, you should listen to them. I only ordered three of their house special dishes because I only had one other person to share these large portions with but I definitely wanted to try more. All three dishes were hits! The bun bo hue had a deep shrimp paste flavor, which is exactly what I was craving. Some people complained that it lacked lemongrass, I agree, but it's in there and not a big deal for me. There was plenty of meat in the bowl, the meatballs were bouncy and meaty (maybe even made in house), the pork blood was great quality and not chalky at all. Red cabbage is served on the side with thai basil, lime, and jalapeños; great alternative for banana blossom. The bun cha Hanoi was our favorite. It comes with a heaping serving of house made meatballs and pork belly. The fish sauce it comes in was a little blander than I like but I asked for a little extra raw fish sauce and chilis to spruce it up. It's all served with a mound of vermicelli and fresh veggies/herbs. This was my husband's first time trying this dish and he was obsessed! We also added a nem cua be (crab egg roll) add on so we could try one. Glad we only got the one because it was huge and packed with meat! It was delicious but would have been very filling as an appetizer. I also ordered the banh cuon cha lua which I took one bite of and had to pack home because I was too full to eat it there. This is one of my favorite dishes so I had to try it too! The rice paper crepes were great! Filling was a little lighter but the portion made up for it. Again, I spruced up the fish sauce a bit at home. I really enjoyed dining here. It fills that craving for authentic Vietnamese food without having to go all the way to Silver Spring or Eden Center. I will try to be a little more adventurous next time we head over and try the bun dau mam tom. It looks amazing!

This restaurant is located in the twinbrook parkway shopping mall that is anchored by the Lotte at…read moreone end and a library at the other. I walked in on a whim cuz friends said it was good and asked for a recommendation from the waitress. She gave me three possibilities and I chose the one from the new menu that they called the Vietnamese seafood crepe. . Did not know what to expect but when it arrived I was very upset cuz it's basically a big deep fried egg, stuffed with shrimp, sprouts etc. I was upset because I had gotten one of these at another restaurant and it was just gross. Really awful. Well so much for that. This crepe is so delicious, I will come back here just to get it. The egg itself is wonderfully crispy. It does not get soggy when you dip it in the dipping sauce. It comes with large pieces of romaine lettuce and a huge spring of basil leaves. It was awesome . The ambiance is very pleasant. It is large, spacious, clean, well-lit, with attractive pictures on the wall and two screens in the front. One has beautiful marine life swimming around and the other one has menu items. It is relaxing and attractive . The service was friendly and efficient. Although I don't think her English was very advanced, it didn't interfere with my ordering or getting something I liked. Bottom line, I have added this to one of the restaurants I'm going to put in my regular rotation. I can't wait to try their other stuff. TLDR: WALKED IN OFF THE STREET NOT KNOWING WHAT TO EXPECT. FOUND A TREASURE OF A RESTAURANT THAT I WILL RETURN TO MANY TIMES OVER.

Been seeing pho in my IG feed, so had to give in! On a snowy and cold winter in December and here…read morewe are at XO modern Pho and Grill. Usually I'd order Volcano Pho but wanted OxTail. And the oxtail pho and broth def satisfied my craving! FYI the oxtail one only has 1 size but all the other has Reg/Large. We Ordered, Summer Rolls, Oxtail Pho, Brisket Pho and of course must finish w/ Vietnamese coffee! Service was friendly and attentive as always.

Terrible service. Terrible food. do not recommend. Pho nom…read morenom euphoria pho house all better we tell her the rib pho wasnt tender and hard to eat she tells us she never gotten a bad review yet i found a few in seconds.

Finally I found another good Vietnamese restaurant near my town. The food appearance and taste was…read morevery nice. I had a sampler appetizer platter, Vietnamese Shaking Beef with steamed rice, and grilled jumbo shrimp and crispy fried egg roll with rice noodle. Anyway, the dining room is quite tiny, and free parking is limited. It is rather better to avoid busy time like lunch or dinner. The service is ok, waiting time was not too bad, food came quickly more than I thought. But the staffs seem less friendly than other Vietnamese Restaurant I have visited. Overall, if you would like to enjoy just a delicious food, this place is fine for you, but if you also want to get great atmosphere, this place might not yet.

Hubby and I ordered takeaway from here for the first time. We ordered the spring rolls (A5); the…read morevegetarian lemongrass tofu with noodles (C4); Banh Mi with grilled chicken (BM7); Coconut smoothie with boba (B13), and; dessert drink with red bean, green jelly, coconut milk, and mung beans (D1). Total came out to approximately $47. What's Hot - Quality. My noodle dish with lemongrass tofu and veggies was delicious. I enjoyed the flavor and the dish wasn't dry. Their shrimp spring rolls are delicious, as well. Their food isn't overly salty, as well. - Menu. There's something for everyone, even vegans. Their menu states their vegetarian options use vegetable broth. - Price. For the portions and quality, it's good value for money. - Location. Easy to find. It's in a small plaza amongst other shops and restaurants. The interior can be fairly tight. It's a decent space, but their tables and chairs cannot accommodate more than a party of 4. - Service. Pretty good. They gave me an estimated wait time of 15 minutes for our order. There is a small rack in front of their front desk, where you place your order, where they put their takeaway orders. Everything is packed tightly and neatly, which is very helpful, given that you may be transporting broth and dishes that are wrapped in saran wrap, as well. None of our food spilled. What's Not - Banh mi. The flavor of the banh mi was good, but my husband felt the sandwich was a little dry. There was no additional flavor to the sandwich and/or toppings, aside from the fillings. My husband added some sriracha sauce to the sandwich, which added some flavor and some moisture. To each their own, but just be aware, depending on your preference for sandwiches. - To go charge. The receipt showed that we were charged an additional fee, because we ordered takeaway. On the one hand, it makes sense, because there are additional containers and packaging required for takeaway. I appreciate that it was shown on the receipt. On the other hand, there are not many restaurants I have come across that charge for takeaway, and I was surprised of such charges. - Parking. It's a small plaza and there are parking spots available, but it can be difficult to find, depending on the day and time you're there. Final Answer Willing to come here again, but not a first choice.

Mi La Cay totally hit the spot!! Their pho has such a clean yet deeply flavorful brothz Another…read morestandout for me was the banh mi -- the bread is definitely on the harder side, but the pork is seasoned SO well that I've been craving it ever since. Prices are super reasonable, especially for the quality and portion sizes, which makes it an easy go-to. Service is quick and straightforward; nothing over the top, but efficient. I'll definitely be back to work my way through more of the menu!

I have a friend that lives in the area, and we visit her for a meal every time we're in DC to visit…read moremy in-laws. She recommended Mi La Cay and it was such a great choice. They have parking in front and we were able to grab a table for the 4 of us no problem. It was 11:30am on a Saturday. I had the pho with everything and it was great. The price was right, the broth was light and flavorful, not too oily or greasy. I also had a Vietnamese iced coffee, which hit the spot. No notes. Food was great, we were left alone to chat for a long time, and they were so nice. I would definitely come back here the next time we're in town.

It is hard to tell in this picture but Roll Play will load up your bowl with protein, noodles, and…read moreveggies. I got the beef combination pho and enjoyed all the different cuts of beef, especially the oxtail, so tender and flavorful. I grabbed oyster sauce and siracha but did not use it because the broth was seasoned SO WELL. I plan to come back soon for the oxtail bahn mi! This location recently changed their interior and now has plenty of seating inside. It is always clean and service is always swift and friendly. Don't worry about coming here when it is too hot outside because the AC is strong too. The mango sago dessert was not my favorite, texture was a little too slippery for me. However I did enjoy the coconutty/tart flavor and the oats in the bottom!

I used to love Roll Play, but it has gone downhill. It used to be so cute and funky inside and now,…read moreafter a renovation, it's just dull and corporate. Staff is still very friendly and I appreciate their hours. I still love their magnum rolls (or whatever they are called these days). I ordered egg rolls recently and gone are the deliciously addictive, crisp appetizer that I once loved; now they are bland and limp. I'll probably still return, but it's just sad to see what has happened.

I discovered them through Grub Hub. Im battling the flu and…read moreI needed something comforting that wasn't overly heavy on my tummy. I got Chicken with dark meat PHO. I ordered Thai Ice Tea, Shrimp rolls as well. Let me tell you, that this pho warmed my spirits. The broth was light and flavorful. No saltiness. The spring rolls with the peanut sauce was good but I prefer dipping it in Hoisin sauce. Ill definitely be back!

I ordered V1 and there was NO tofu in it!!! I ordered…read morechicken fried rice and the chicken was dry.

1.16.26 Great food…read moreand friendly service, even with our party of 12. They offer other entrées beyond pho, including a variety of rice dishes and subs. I really loved my Bun Cha Ha Noi, and my family all seemed to enjoy their meals as well. We'd definitely come back.

Solid pho place by my brother's house. My family frequently there often. We usually go there at…read moreleast once when I'm in town. I've had their pho dine-in and take out. Decent prices for size. Always get all the fixings. Latest visit, I had the house bahn mi. It was tasty. Don't love double digit prices for bahn mi but they do old school offer of buy 5 get 1. Service is good as well.

Among Vietnamese restaurants around the DMV area, this place is so clean and nicely decorated. I…read morewent with friends and family so we tried different dishes. Ordering was so easy and simplified. You can just go up to the cashier to place your order and pick a table to sit down. We enjoyed our specialty drinks while waiting for our food. The fruit teas with boba and jelly were awesome. It had a nice sweetness with delicious jelly. Our food came out quickly. We started with fresh spring rolls with peanut sauce. There were a lot of large shrimps. The Golden crepe was huge with perfect crunchiness. This was perfect size to share with a few people. The Grilled Pork vermicelli was delicious. It was perfectly grilled with flavorful grilled onions. The P1 pho was yummy goodness with a hint of sweetness of the broth. The S4. Hue Spicy Lemon Grass Soup was good. I expected it to be very spicy which I was a bit concern. But it was a medium to mild spiciest. So I still have my taste buds to try the Banh Mi. We had B4 Grilled Pork and B10 Special Bahn Mi (so we can try the different meat). Like the menu stated the bread was freshly made with perfect crunchiness. The Bahn Mi were flavorful! It was perfectly balance with meat and vegetables. I'm definitely coming back.

I've been craving a lot of Vietnamese cuisine lately. I decided to venture outside of my city and…read morelook at the Yelp reviews on where to eat Shaking Beef aka Bo Luc Lac. Which is French inspired dish. My friend raved about this dish.. Which I had to try, which is served with in a bed of veggies and rice. My friend had a golden crepe w and chicken pho and it was delicious. I normally go for a meaty pho but their chicken pho was a game changer for me. Broth was very rich and flavorful definitely not salty as most places over salt their pho. Service is 10! Im definitely come back and try their other popular items. I forgot to mention that their Vietnamese ice coffee is mmmm mmm good and a must!