SO HAPPY I REWARDED MYSELF, THIS PLACE IS SPECTACULAR. BAHN MI It all starts with the bread, was it crunchy? Was it light? was it tasty? Hell yeah! Then the ingredients took over. One of the jobs of a restaurant is to surpass customer's expectations. My experience with Bahn Mi has been more of a street food place. I have passed by this place many times thinking it was "too cute" to be legit. This place blew It out of the park. As a first timer I took longer than I should have at the kiosk to order and pay, but next time I will be ready. inexpensive? No but well worth it. This is a very special spot Congratulations, sorry I'm late for party. NOW IF I COULD MAKE THE ROLLS LIKE THAT ID BE RICH. read more

This has been on the To Try List for a little over a month. Today we had time. Stopped in and got the wicked rice bowl w chicken and honey had the beef rib pho. We ordered on the tablet in the front and found a seat. The food came out in a very timely manner. The gentlemen that served us made sure to bring all the accouterments for the Pho. The restaurant itself was cute and quaint. Overall the food isn't worth the price in my opinion. read more

Viet Citron - Wicked Rice Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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We had a craving for pho and decided to try viet citron. It is a tiny place with a few tables. We passed by a million times and never tried before. We tried pho with beef brisket, with additional beef tendon. The soup was tasty, vegetables were fresh, the pho was served hot. We also tried crispy pork belly, which was truly crispy with crunchy skin, but it was a bit greasy. I probably would not order it again. This place was really busy during peak hour. The serves were nice. The food was served in reasonable time. But I was surprised by the price. It was on the high end for pho, although the quality was amazing. read more

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Amazing food and even better service! Love everything Viet Citron :) Just devoured the soft shell crab bánh mi Chef Tran made for the AAPI event at Pagu... sooooo good! read more

Viet Citron - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

That juicy pork rib!! So good! Whenever we want bah mi or pho we run to Viet Citron! The restaurante is located in a small shopping plaza with parking. When you walk in they have tablets where you can place your order. We were craving bah mi this time and got their pork rib bah mi with a side of crispy rolls. After placing the order we found seating and then waited for our food to be delivered to our table. It took a while to get our bah mi because they were pretty busy that night but it was so worth the wait! The pork was juicy, cooked perfectly and it was packed with flavor! We each got big chunks of the rib and enjoyed pulling the meat from the bone to construct our bah mi sandwich. The rolls were nice and crunchy and the dipping sauce was very tasty!! read more

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I have been to this place a few times now. I like the ambiance of the place. You can see the cooks preparing the items. I liked the phos I had there: the farm chicken pho and the beef pho. The beef pho was amazing. The beef broth had an amazing depth of the flavor. I guess the 48 hour cooking makes it so that all the flavors leech out into the deep dark broth. It was surprisingly packed with umami. The chicken pho, while not as deep in flavor, was warming and comforting. The meat in both these pho dishes were cooked perfectly. The noodles were good too. I was mostly a fan of the beef broth. I also tried their fried pork belly banh mi. That is one rich dish. The skin was crackling and the meat was moist. The banh mi bread and the sweet pickled vegetables paired well with the pork belly, helping cut through the fat. All in all, you should give this place a shot. read more

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My sister says this is one of her favorite places to grab pho on a weekly basis, staying brand loyal even after a move. We were all feeling like we needed a warm bowl of noodle soup, so we finally took her up on the recommendation. The small restaurant was busy when we walked in. There's a main table for a larger group & several smaller tables around it as well as in the back/side of the order counter. We chose one of the side tables so could see the staff putting together takeout or delivery orders and bringing dishes to in-store patrons. I got the everything pho (pho dac biet). I thought it was a perfect portion size (usually they are so large it's intimidating) & had a good amount of meat, as well as yummy broth but I wouldn't say it's my best bowl. Based on their pho though, I can imagine how tasty their banh mi's would be. read more

Viet Citron - pho Dac Biet | Ballerz Special - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Probably the best pho in Massachusetts, delicious broth, a lot a flavor. Also, vietnamese iced coffee is really good. It's good to have this place in Burlington. read more

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We went to Viet Citron at the Bow Market this past weekend since the weather was so nice. We got the chicken banh mi and the banh hoi bowl with sirloin. The meats were seasoned well and very tender. The staff were very nice, and we were able to order from a kiosk. The staff answered our questions and were very helpful. I really liked seeing the Vietnamese aunties outside wrapping spring rolls. Was happy to support them. The food is good quality, but a little on the pricey side for Vietnamese food. At the Bow Market location, seating is limited inside and depending on how busy it is outside, might also be limited. It's a very nice ambiance though when it's nice weather. Definitely worth trying though we really enjoyed it! read more

Viet Citron - Menu at Bow Market - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Ordered my food "to go". They brought it out "for here". After he verified me,the customer being correct about my own order he took forever to pack it up and kept us waiting long enough for me to wonder what the hell was taking so long. So I walked up to the counter just in time to see the man packaging my food stop to sneeze in his gloveless hands and then proceed to finish packaging my food into box and into bag. They then allowed me to walk out perturbed with no remedy with the food he sneezed on. The dude did not have gloves. The dude did not stop to wash hands and have someone else complete task. They did not say please let me get another serving of vegetables and noodles. I guess that's how they run their business. read more

The pho here is good--rich broth and solid portions--but it can be a bit pricey, and service is on the slower side. If you're not in a rush, it's worth it. Also recommend trying the bún đậu--surprisingly tasty! read more

Viet Citron - Bun Dau Mam Tom - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

I cannot resist the lunch here - getting the pork belly banh mi and the Thai iced tea for $21. I always put the order in online and it's ready for convenient pick up when I'm in the area. It's a pricey grab and go lunch , but the bread and ingredients are so good and premium quality. Recommend! read more

Viet Citron Review Location: 47 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington, MA 01803 (near Burlington Mall) If you're craving authentic Vietnamese flavors, Viet Citron is a must-visit spot! While it leans toward a grab-and-go vibe, their food speaks volumes. Here's what we tried: Crispy Pork Belly Banh Mi (8/10) This was a solid take on a classic! The artisan Vietnamese baguette was perfection--crispy outside, fluffy inside. The combo of pickled veggies, jalapeños, cilantro, signature aioli, and garlic soy reduction hit all the right notes. The flavors were spot on, but the pork belly was a little too fatty for my taste. At $12, it's a great deal for a satisfying sandwich! Pho (10/10) The *star* of the show! Their pho is on another level--cooked for 48 hours, and you can taste every bit of effort in the broth. Rich, aromatic, and comforting, it comes with a side of fresh veggies and dipping sauce. Whether you're new to pho or a seasoned fan, this is a must-try. A bowl will fill you up for the day, and at $18, it's worth every penny. Spring Rolls (9/10) Crispy, golden perfection! These fried delights were light, flavorful, and impossible to go wrong with. A great appetizer to share or enjoy solo. --- Overall Thoughts Food: 9/10 Ambiance: 4/10 (Grab-and-go setup with limited seating, but functional!) Affordability: 8/10 If you're shopping at Burlington Mall, skip the food court and head here instead! A giant bowl of pho or a fresh banh mi will leave you satisfied without breaking the bank. What's your go-to Vietnamese dish? Pho? Banh Mi? Spring Rolls? Let me know! read more

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I grew up in SoCal and grew up eating very authentic viet food. Banh hoi is pretty hard to find in the US, and I actually haven't seen it anywhere besides California! My boyfriend and I split the banh hoi with crispy pork belly and the banh mi with sirloin. The banh hoi was delicious and filling, pretty much on par with the banh hoi I've had in california. The pork belly was perfectly crispy and juicy. It was also still refreshing and not too heavy because of the fish sauce. The banh mi was also really good, since the beef was perfectly cooked and seasoned. It was on the pricier side, so if you were to just get one item from here, def try the banh hoi! read more

Viet Citron - Banh hoi (left) and sirloin banh mi (right) - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Wow! Beef Pho was fantastic!! My husband had the grilled chicken pho and loved it as well!!! Amazing flavors! Cute place! We will be back! read more

Viet Citron - Beef pho! - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

Tried mixed salad, was just average, yet pricey. The HMart food court next door is better, quite frankly and a little cheaper. One in my party tried the Pho, and was disappointed (though better than the HMart food court), but nowhere as good as Pho places in Chelmsford or Boston. read more

Honestly, the food here is pretty disappointing. It's not tasty at all, and the prices are way too high for what you get. There's no table service either. I ordered a bowl of rare beef pho, but the broth was bland and had none of the real Vietnamese flavor -- more like the kind you'd find at a mall food court. Definitely not worth it. I wouldn't recommend this place, and I won't be coming back read more

Viet Citron - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

This is my fourth time back and the food here is delicious. I ordered the rice bowl with grilled chicken and sirloin beef and I enjoyed it very much highly recommend this restaurant. read more

I am a sandwich fiend, and banh mi is easily a top 5 favorite of mine. I've had my fair share of banh mi's. Viet Citron has taken its place at the top of the mountaintop. By far, the best pork belly banh mi I've had....anywhere! Viet Citron sits in a beautiful modern and bright space. Sure the menu features pho, bowls, Viet coffee, and bubble teas....but banh mi will always be king. Too often I run into a version with an overly crusty baguette. Viet Citron has achieved a beautiful crust with the perfect chew. The aioli takes the sandwich itself to another level. But what takes this entire sandwich to culinary nirvana is the pork belly!! The somehow lite crisp is simply remarkable. Some things are you have to experience to understand, and this pork belly fits in that category. Having made crispy pork belly at home myself, I have absolutely no idea how pork belly can turn out like this. It only makes me further appreciate this mastery. Viet Citron....Where have you been all my life? Ok maybe you've only been around a few years, but I genuinely upset at myself for not coming sooner. Side note: in a world of cheap imitations...did I forget to mention how excellent the taro milk tea is? read more

Viet Citron - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

This place is one of those spots that are overhyped on instagram. The taste is 2-3 stars for me and the service is self which is bit annoying. The Brisket was tough and hardly able to chew completely. (Think tough rubber) either overcooked meat or CHEAP quality. The spring roll is overpriced for what you get, its mostly noodle and lettuce. BLAND and completely flavorless. BUT What i really didnt like was that the utencils are all plastic eating hot pho even the bowl. It just screams carcinogenic to me. Even the spring rolls are wrapped like crazy in seran wrap which kills me. Not only did i ingest crazy amount of plastic with my PHO and the spring rolls-each person makes sooo much trash( I Def dont recommend driving NOR walking to this restaurant) NOT WORTH IT unless you want to ingest loads of plastic :) yum ---------- Also on a side note: The owner is super sweet commenting on every negative review w his scoop of genuine sarcasm. Talk about terrible customer service on top of bad food. Had to remove a star from two to one. If they truly cared about the future of their business they would take the criticism and CHANGE instead of sitting back commenting on your negative criticisms. But oh well cant change a #TROLLBOSS Good luck finding returning customers :) let me know when your space is available for lease ;) #sorrybutnotsorry read more

Ordered the Vietnamese iced coffee and the beef banh mi and was pleasantly surprised. The coffee was super strong and thick, almost like a smoothie. It was so strong I could've split it into two cups and diluted it and it still would've tasted fine. The banh mi was also great! Definitely not super authentic as there was no pate, but that's what I prefer so I didn't mind. The portion size was huge and the meat was grilled perfectly. I wish it had some more picked veggies as the meat alone was pretty strongly flavored. The restaurant was clean and well air conditioned inside and the service was quick. I didn't try the pho but my bf got it and it looked kind of oily, so I'm not sure we will be back but it was a good meal! read more

Viet Citron - Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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Traveling through Burlington, and I heard a banh mi calling me from this often talked about, family-owned Vietnamese spot. Fortunately for me, it was conveniently located off the highway. Unfortunately for me, it was a sunny Friday and many others had the same idea. No matter -- Viet Citron's open kitchen concept allowed me to peer into the preparation. One of the chefs wielded an enormous cleaver and was chopping away at meats coming off the grill. Others were buzzing around between the fryer, beverage maker and prepping to-go orders. What a well-oiled machine! What came to me were two giant sandwiches -- we had the lemongrass sirloin (with an au jus sauce) and big *ss chicken varieties. My bad not to expect huge from "big *ss chicken" ! -- although I began to wonder whether everything was just bigger in this place. Sandwiches were tasty, particularly the lemongrass flavor -- but I wanted a bit more -- more depth of flavor from the pickled vegetables and certainly more heat. Also a little pate wouldn't have hurt. If I am back in the area in the colder months (which is most of them in Boston), I'd love to try one of the great looking pho or even the bun bo hue (which is an underrated soup in my opinion). Both looked amazing. read more

Viet Citron - Big *ss chicken (left) and Lemongrass sirloin (right) bahn mi's - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

I really like this place overall and the food is good. However, every time I order the pork belly bánh mì, there isn't much meat-mostly just the crispy skin-so it's a bit disappointing. It's not cheap either .Everything else I've tried has been solid, though. read more

First time being here and I would go back. I spent about $100 for my 4 things with a lime aid and a bottle off water. I think it was a little pricey for lunch. The chicken bahn mi sandwich was delicious. The rice noodle bowl with pork belly and shrimp was very good but not worth the $30 we paid for because it was small. The pho I would not get again the ratio to food and broth was way off; more like broth with a splash of beef and noodles. The limeaid was as it should be but I could barely get my straw in because the amount of ice! With all that said I would still go back for the bahn mi read more

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I am a SoCal native, I am Vietnamese and my hometown is Westminster, CA aka Little Saigon. So I know extremely delicious authentic Vietnamese food. I moved to Boston 3 years ago and have yet to find Vietnamese food that is comparable to back home. Viet Citron opened up in Union square in Somerville, MA where I first tried it. I had their Pho Dac Biet. Their broth is SO flavorful, fragrant, and perfect balance of seasoning and you can really taste the slow cooking. I was so impressed even though the price was a bit high ~18$. I saw on Yelp their OG location in Burlinginton and so when I was in the area, I made a visit. My husband and I tried their Beef rib pho ~25$ and added beef meatballs ~3$ and Thai tea ~6.25$. Ohhh it was just as good as the Union sq location, probbaly even better. The beef rib was falling off the bone tender, and the meatballs, tho sliced up, was huge. Their broth is again, up to par to what I can eat when back home in SoCal. I would say this is the only Vietnamese restaurant I have found so far that matches up to my standards for Vietnamese food/pho. It is a bit pricier than normal but I am glad to pay for good quality, delicious food and support small businesses. Good job Viet Citron. read more

My sister and I ordered takeout from here which arrived about 30 minutes after they opened. Everything was well packed and labeled. They got everything right except for forgetting our boba in our thai tea. We shared an order of egg rolls and chicken banh mi. I tried their Phở Dặc Biệt while my sister got their plain pho. I really enjoyed the banh mi which had the fresh cilantro and vegetables on top of the marinated chicken. Egg rolls were still warm by the time they got to us so we quickly enjoyed them. The broth was seasoned well but not as clear as I would hope. There was a generous amount of beef especially flank included, almost too much for my preference. Overall, I enjoyed the meal and would order from here again but be warned that the prices are pretty high especially when placed for delivery. read more

Viet Citron - Chicken banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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Compared to other Vietnamese places, it's a bit pricy but definitely worth it!! So many beef in the sandwich and nicely combined. The pho is amazing too. Could tel they did make the soup out of beef and stew for long time. read more

Viet Citron - Sirloin sandwich and pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

DELICIOUS banh mis! The proteins were all cooked perfectly and topped with amazing sauces. We tried the chicken, steak, and pork banh mis and honestly all of them were amazing. The pork had crispy skin and was super juicy, the beef was cooked to a perfect medium, and the chicken was soft tender. I wouldn't say their banh mis are traditional, but they definitely have their flavors and cooking techniques down. The only caveat is the price. The base is $12 but when you add a protein it becomes $14-$18 for a banh mi! That's definitely the most expensive banh mi I've ever had. It was only worth because we got the buy four get one deal :'). I would definitely come back because it was delicious.... but it hurts my wallet. read more

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My parents are hard to please with food. They loved their crispy pork meal. They are on the pricey side but i think the sandwich is good enough for the splurge. read more

Viet Citron - Crispy Pork Bahn mi :) - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

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This is one of the few Vietnamese places I enjoy in the Boston area. I'm a huge fan of banh mi and their Vietnamese crispy pork belly banh mi is one of the best. Prices are pretty steep, however their ingredients are top notch so you get what you pay for (around the $16-18 range). Their pho is nothing to sleep on either and their broth is very good, again pricy but you get what you par for. My impression is that the owner takes much pride in their food and it's actually refreshing to see an Asian restaurant put a higher value in their food that it deserves. The restaurant is on the smaller side and I assume that it may get difficult finding parking and seating during the lunch or dinner rush. Restaurant is clean and customer are expected to bus their own tables when finished. The only thing that's a bit distracting are the announcements of their security system when the front door or back door is opening. Wish them much success! read more

Viet Citron - Crispy Pork Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

The ambiance is all it has. The pho was $21 for dact biet and it was small and bland. The tendons were super hard and portions were frugal. We also got ban mi for $18 with pork. No pork, just crispy skin some veggies and bread. I don't know how the business is still alive but if your desperate this is the place. Otherwise I advise eating elsewhere. $40 for what should be $20 is robbery. read more

Crispy Pork Belly is delicious but pricey for 1/2 lbs. Crispy Pork Banh Mi is yummy. read more

Eaten here twice. The flavors are nice. The portions could be bigger especially when there is a surcharge for certain proteins. The fresh vegetables that come with the dishes are very sparse. read more

Wonderful and different, fresh Vietnamese food, lovely service. Portion size is 2 to 4 times the amount anyone would eat at one sitting, so bring a friend. Sometimes fills up on weekends. No Apple Pay, so bring cash or plastic. If this was a more formal place with full table service, I would rate them a 5. read more

Viet citron elevates the local soup game. Their pho is absolutely unmatched. I am a huge soup fan, and their broth is stunning. The banh mi are crispy, flavorful and so fresh. Everything is always phenomenal. If you order take out, everything is packed so neatly and organized. Never any spills and steaming hot. I have been coming since they opened, and I have never been disappointed. The prices are higher than other local Vietnamese spots, but their ingredients are so fresh and so perfect that after trying each dish, the prices make perfect sense. I love the grilled lemongrass chicken that comes in the pho. It's so tender, so flavorful and juicy. I could eat 5 containers of just the chicken! Yum!! Viet citron was the absolutely perfect place to open in the area and I'm so glad they did. The restaurant is so clean, so cute and designed well. There is seating, a big counter and cool decor read more

The place was cute! With indoor and outdoor seating and plenty of plants, it gives the vibe of a cute cafe in Vietnam. Viet iced coffee (8/10): Huuuge cup! I sat in there doing work for 1.5 hours and only got through a third of my drink. It was really strong, a standout characteristic of cafe phe sua da, but I thought it was a little on the milkier side similar to creamer milk and not condensed milk. I took a peek at their menu for their food items, and though a limited selection, looked and smelled great. They also have a kids menu that serves in smaller sizes for kids to branch out to try new things. The staff was super kind and were approaching tables asking if they were happy with their orders and needed anything else. I would love to come here again and try their banh mi selections! read more

Viet Citron - Viet Iced Coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts

The best bahn mi and the food is delicious and the staff are very friendly and give you some suggestions

This is some of the best pho I've tried and I'd like to consider myself a pho connoisseur. This place is located near H-mart and I'm so glad to have eaten here. Once seated I also noticed a lot of people order take-out here, maybe because there isn't a lot of seating or maybe they'd rather eat it at home. All I know is pho is best eaten fresh at the restaurant and not delivery but that's my opinion. So after looking at the menu we decided to order the Banh Mi (with pork belly), Short rib pho and the beef shank pho. Lets get down to the review Banh Mi (with pork belly)- The pork was nice and crispy and help all of its flavor. The bread was freshly baked which I loved and the best part was it wasn't soggy like if you ordered take-out. This is a most order item because they are known for their pork belly. Short Rib pho- The broth was nice and light and wasn't overly oily like some broths I've had. Have fresh and light which I really like. The meat was cooked to perfection and fell off the bone. Very very good pho, I didn't even have to add anything because it was so good. Beef shank- They have a lot of beef but who's complaining right? If you're a meat eater be sure to give the beef shank pho a try. The broth was just like the short rib where it wasn't overly oily and made very very well. There was no complaints at all for this pho restaurant. All in all, this is a must eat at pho spot if you like pho. Trust me! read more

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I am a fan of Pho and let me tell you moving back to Boston in May, I have yet to find dishes that are authentic, with fresh ingredients like Viet Citron. A friend of mine recommended the place and noticed it was very close to my house -- I have gone in to order sit down, as well as ordering via DoorDash, and everytime it is delivered to my house, the packaging is well done, it comes piping hot still (after a 20 minute drive) and the customer service is great. Cannot recommend enough for the flavor, taste and consistency. read more

When my great uncle suggested Viet Citron for lunch, I was excited. Viet Citron is a fast casual Vietnamese spot that is very popular. When we got there at 1 on weekday, it was full, but starting to empty out. The staff was very kind to our large, unwieldy group, which was much appreciated. You can order with them or via ordering screen. I ordered the brisket pho, which was absolutely delicious. We also got the Chinese breadstick, cha gio, and grilled eggplant. I thought the grilled eggplant could be more flavorful, but it was perfectly grilled and tender. Cha gio was excellent. And who doesn't order the breadstick with pho? I'd absolutely return (without the drama of my family). read more

Viet Citron - Brisket Chin Pho / Well Done - Vietnamese Near Me - Burlington, Massachusetts