Bahn Mi was the best I've had in Northern Virginia! That's all there is to say about that.read more

Order a summer roll as I was in the mood for it. The price is reasonable but what is in it…read moreshocked me. You get one and a half shrimp for each roll and whole lots of lettuce and vermicelli but nothing else sadly. Not sure about the rest of the menu but I don't think I will be trying any base on this summer roll.

Bon Me Shack wasn't the easiest place to find, but it's definitely worth knowing about. It's tucked…read moreinside TeaDM, so don't waste time looking for a storefront, just head into TeaDM and you'll find the Bon Me Shack counter. Ordering is quick and easy through the iPad, and I went with the Beef Perfect Bowl over rice. The portion alone impressed me. It came piled high with grilled beef, fresh greens, rice, and even an egg roll, making it feel like a complete meal rather than just a rice bowl. The beef was flavorful, the vegetables added a nice freshness, and while I'm trying to cut back on carbs, I have to admit the sticky rice soaked up all the savory sauce and was hard to stop eating. The only thing I would do differently next time is ask for jalapeños or another spicy topping. I like my food with a little more heat, and I think that extra kick would have taken the bowl to the next level. There are a handful of tables if you want to eat there, but I grabbed mine to go. Hidden gem is an overused phrase, but in this case it actually fits. Generous portions, solid flavors, and reasonable prices for this day and age.

I came to grab some pork egg rolls, and for $6.50 for 2 skinny pork egg rolls that didn't have much…read morefilling, I would pass. Very oily and crispy though as they make it fresh.

When the skies opened up and the rain started pouring, we didn't just crave pho--we summoned it. My…read morehusband, daughter, and I arrived at Pho Royale like a trio of determined flavor archaeologists, ready to excavate some serious broth magic. Our order: * Pho Nam * Pho Nam + Bo Vien * Bún Bò Huế (aka the twist ending no one saw coming) Let's talk pho first: the broth was aromatic with a hint of sweetness--like someone simmered comfort, umami, and a little nostalgia in one pot. The nam was a revelation--tender, silky, and just fatty enough to make cardiologists nervous in the best way. The meatballs? Bouncy, beefy, and living their best life. But then... the Bún Bò Huế. Oh no. We had such high hopes. Instead, it tasted like someone whispered "lemongrass" over hot water and called it a day. No heat, no depth, no soul. Somewhere a Vietnamese auntie just clutched her pearls. That said--best pho in Sterling, hands down. The space is bright and looks newly zhuzhed up. Service is friendly. Vibes are cozy. It's a solid noodle sanctuary. Pro tip: Stick to the pho, dodge the BBH, and bring your rainy-day appetite. Pho Royale knows what it's doing--as long as you stay in the pho lane.

A solid bowl of pho, not extraordinary but will come back overall. Broth is mildly flavored. I…read moreordered #17 the everything pho. Meatball is mid, beef is decent. Ordered a small for myself and I was stuffed in a good way. Also ordered both crispy/fried egg rolls and shrimp summer rolls. Egg rolls are decent but taro/slush heavy. Summer rolls are stuffed with noodles and 3 shrimps with a few lettuces - I thought I'd expect carrots or cucumber but I suppose this store does it differently. PB sauce and fish sauce are great and no complaints. Service is as good as you can expected in a small local Asian restaurant. Overall kind waiters and nothing to complain. Similarly, ambience is good for a casual Sunday morning pho run in your elevated PJ outfit and no one will care. Overall a neighborhood gem - good for fast casual run or a lazy meal.

Food, for me, has always been an adventure. ~Anthony Bourdain *…read more. We celebrated Our Food Visas' couple valentines a few days late...to avoid the crowds. Our plan was simple, in the morning we saw a epic historical movie, Tanaji then we went out for lunch at the Taste of Vietnam. * . Menu: Chicken Curry, Rice and Chicken Steamed Dumplings. * . Taste: Delicious & tender chicken dish, well prepared, with a tasty sauce perfected with extra spice seasons. * . Atmosphere: As you enter, to the left of the door is a small shrine with offering to Budda. The restaurant itself, was cozy, quiet and intimate setting which was great for a warm, friendly date, filled with laughter and chatting* . Service: Professional, friendly and very quick. There were only a few patrons in the restaurant at the time of our visit, so we did have their undivided attention. Great food establishment, so I'd recommend it, when you are on that side of town. .

It was very quiet for 12:43 in the afternoon. I was walking to a different restaurant but the smell…read moreof the spices brought me in. I was promptly greeted as I looked over the menu for take out. The Pho I saw go by looked good and those eating eat appeared happy. I ordered a beef, and a pork Bahn mi sandwich and curry chicken. It took 15-20 minutes for the order. The Curry - It's a little salty, once you get past that the other spices come out and it finishes with a nice heat in the throat, aromatics are subtle and warm. It comes with a side of rice which was fluffy and a little sticky, perfect. The sandwiches had very good flavor, I preferred the slight sweetness of the pork over the beef. Maybe a little cilantro.

Tried this place out over the weekend and was fairly disappointed. The egg rolls tasted like frozen…read moregrocery store egg rolls. The pho was mostly hot beef flavored water which was pretty greasy. The fatty brisket in my pho was the best part of the whole experience. Unfortunately the other factors weighed it down. Will try probably try another place next time I'm in the area.

Stopped in with my son to get our pho fix on a Sunday afternoon…read more The restaurant is large so plenty of seating. Their menu offers a lot of Vietnamese options. The service is very quick. My son ordered summer rolls and com tam (broken rice) with pork chop and I got the pho special. I've honestly had better quality pho elsewhere. The flavor was lacking immensely but the portion was good. The com tam was alright and so were the summer rolls. Overall everything could've been more flavorful, I wouldn't visit again.

Food and drink..absolutely fantastic . love the Lychi Martini and Shrimp starter…read more Abe was the best host for us . we had a send off party and he was very good with orders and made us feel welcome

Telnet have a new owner and the food is so much good!!! All the people that work here are so nice…read moreand welcoming too!!

Our family had a wonderful dining experience here. The food was delicious, with the Bánh Mì being…read morethe standout. The bread was everything a traditional Vietnamese baguette should be - light and airy on the inside, perfectly crisp on the outside, and pleasantly chewy. The matcha drinks were equally impressive. You can tell they use high-quality Japanese tea for a rich, smooth flavor. The staff were warm, attentive, and efficient. Our food arrived quickly, and the service made us feel very welcome. We also loved the restaurant's modern, clean, and inviting atmosphere. Overall, this is a fantastic spot for a quick lunch, a casual dinner, or a family outing. We would definitely recommend it and look forward to coming back!

Ordered through uber eats. I ordered the strawberry banana smoothie for someone else and they liked…read moreit. Ordered the Vietnamese coffee crème brûlée for myself and it was delicious. So nice and creamy and with a decent amount of coffee taste. I did order spring rolls too but haven't tried them at the time of tasting this coffee. I did go in person so I can't speak to the service or ambiance.

dessert shop that also has viet dishes! Theres also random snacks and knick knacks that you can buy…read moreas well. Menu has boba, bingsu, crepes, & viet food. Very interesting concept as this place seems to be more of a dessert shop, I am curious on how good the viet food is.. maybe one day! I ordered the valentine bingsu which consist of a bunch of fruit and vanilla ice cream. The bingsu was advertised with "milky ice flavor" which I did not taste the "milky" part. The shredded ice was a great consistency, though! Easy to scoop up, melts fast, & not ice-y which to me is crucial to a decent bingsu. The strawberries paired were great and very sweet, the peach felt like it was from a can, pineapple gave off canned vibes, except it was extremely bitter and basically gone bad. Mangoes were OK not very sweet and Vanilla ice cream was good but you can't go wrong with that if it's store-bought. Overall would give this a 5/10 maybe 4.5/10. You order on the kiosk or at the counter. I opted for the kiosk as the employees were busy, I did however asked at the counter to Change my order after once I realized they had the valentine bingsu since I was feeling more fruit desserts (originally ordered the strawberry & cream). They were accommodating which I appreciated! Service was nice for the most part - the guy that served me my order did not acknowledge me when I said thank you... or when we took him the dish after the food and said thanks again lol service can be spotty based on who you get I guess? Again Curious on the viet food here!

I got the purple land which I was very disappointed with. The flavor was so light it was mostly…read morejust eating ice. And expensive ice at that.

This place was awesome! So cute! Good snacks. Yummy boba. Excellent and quick service…read more Paid $15ish for two drinks with boba and an order of their pork egg rolls. Baybeeee, those egg rolls? Very good. And $25 for those three items was a bit of a steal, especially since the rolls were huge. They have a cute little toy/knickknack area, too. Ohhh, and there's a kids table with coloring supplies. It's small and intimate but very cute. Jasmine milk tea: delicious. Jasmine apparent and can be tasted but not overwhelming. Honestly, though, what I loved most was the service. I think the owner was the man working and he was so sweet. Him and the young woman working were so nice and even so patient with my little when she was paying for her items. I'd recommend and return!

We rarely come to this side of town unless we are taking metro. They are located around the corner…read morefrom the Ashburn Silver LineZ Once I see it's a walk up ordering system. They have some stools for quick dining and a cute little kiddie eating area. They have one of the BEST boba in the area. The prices are so reasonable and the slushies are my fave. They also have some snacks and a couple of mains if you are super hungry. On Fri, Sat they sell spam musubi. The pork eggrolls are SUPER delicious: full of meat and the eggroll wrapping is the best, reminiscent of the original Four Sisters. Parking is easy since the Giant grocery closed so many spaces in the lot.

I rate restaurants within their category and concept. I am not comparing a neighborhood boba and…read moretea shop to a Michelin star dining experience. If a place consistently delivers quality drinks, strong execution, and keeps us coming back, that earns a top rating from me. Teadm absolutely does that. We go to Teadm in Sterling often, and it has become one of our go to spots for drinks. Their Brown Sugar Milk Tea with boba is outstanding. Rich, creamy, and full of flavor, with the kind of texture that keeps you coming back for another sip. One thing I really appreciate is that their milk teas are actually milky and creamy. They are not thin or watery like at some other places. Also, the added traditional boba is excellent! It is consistently chewy, fresh tasting, and cooked perfectly every time. That kind of consistency matters, and they clearly pay attention to quality. They also offer a Brown Sugar Milk option with no caffeine, which is fantastic for the kiddos. Same creamy, satisfying flavor profile without the caffeine, and that has made it a family favorite. Another consistent winner is their Seasalt Bac Xiu Coffee. It never disappoints. Great balance of sweetness, coffee flavor, and that salted cream element that makes it so enjoyable. We have also tried the Color Switch Lemonade, which is good and fun to order. If I could offer one suggestion, I would love to see a classic simple lemonade or a lychee lemonade added to the menu as well. Overall, this place rocks. Great drinks, consistent quality, family friendly options, and the kind of menu that keeps us coming back. A solid 5 stars from me.

TeaDM has always been the pinnacle of bubble tea in the DMV. I'm pretty sure it will always be my…read morefavorite. Every drink is customized, so every sip is perfect. The flavor of the sea salt jasmine tea I had today made me go "ahhh" with every sip. Sublime.