What started off good went downhill quickly. The food had a foul taste and odor, more than likely it had gone bad. We informed the manager and he brought out a second plate with the same smell/taste. We ended up leaving and still had to pay ?
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Isaiah Boothe
I've been coming here on and off for the past 6 years and its one of my GO-TO places when it comes to Pho restaurants. I always get the spicy combo Pho. Its so good ??! Highly recommend!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dona P.
Wow fantastic pho - grilled chicken with vermicelli - crispy spring roll - shrimp salad. We paid extra for the direct delivery on DoorDash, and it allows the food to arrive as fresh and hot as possible. Ingredients were fresh and clean, (not oily / too fishy / stale etc) and really inviting flavors!! This spot and Lantern House are our new falls church favs !!
Suzie A.
It's #1 on Pho VA's menu. It has a flavorful broth that hits the spot. It's exactly as the description states. It's very delicious with a hint of PEANUT BUTTER! It's definitely worth trying!
David Morrison
Full menu, and this mom & pop does everything well!!! I recommend the 5-Spice Golden Chicken - on rice or Pho, split a Banh Mi as an appetizer and the shrimp salad is also a great appetizer. The garden/fresh rolls are great, but who messes those up?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Summer Rolls
Thai Nguyen
Burnt chicken , Disgusting pho & Bathroom. Nah never
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Katie Tran
Don't eat at this place, their food is really bad & they are rude to customers. 10/10 Don't recommend coming here!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
KG Destructor
I found a GIANT cockroach in my plate of noodles under all the soup and the managers kept making excuses saying they came from my bag! Super unprofessional and unpleasant service. STAY AWAY!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Pho with Yellow Egg Noodles
Bobby Johnson
My recent visit to Pho VA was a complete letdown. I cannot emphasize enough how unsatisfied I was with my experience. From the moment I walked through the doors, it was clear that this establishment falls far short of the mark.The service was atrocious. The staff seemed disinterested and inattentive, making me feel like an inconvenience rather than a valued customer. They took an eternity to take my order, and when the food finally arrived, it was cold and unappetizing.Speaking of the food, it was nothing short of a disaster. The dishes lacked flavor and were poorly executed. It seemed as if no effort was put into their preparation or presentation. The ingredients were of subpar quality, and I could taste the lack of care in every bite. It was a truly disappointing culinary experience.The ambiance of the restaurant was equally disappointing. The atmosphere was bland and uninspiring. The interior was outdated and lacked any sense of style. The noise level was unbearable, making it impossible to have a decent conversation without shouting.To make matters worse, the prices were exorbitant for the dismal quality of food and service provided. I left the restaurant feeling not only dissatisfied but also taken advantage of. It was a waste of my hard-earned money.Pho VA is a place I would strongly advise against visiting. The poor service, tasteless food, lackluster ambiance, and overpriced menu make it clear that this establishment is not worth your time or money. Save yourself the disappointment and look for better dining options elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Copyright Dispute
I found a GIANT cockroach in my plate of noodles under all the soup and the managers kept making excuses saying they came from my bag! Super unprofessional and unpleasant service. STAY AWAY!!
Gross. Kitchen is probably infested and dirty... I used to love this place though. Just not worth itBruh I just searched for the Pho VA food inspection report and it's dated for April 2023. There's literally a report about there being cockroaches and rodent droppings present. Also apparently they don't sanitize food surfaces and keep meats at right temperatures... Never coming again. ???
Bill W.
Pho here is great, maybe the best in Eden Center. I love the fact that there are no grouping of the items you can add to the pho. My go to is rare, I ask for it on the side so I can add it in stages, tendon, and fatty flank. Spring rolls are nice here too as is the chicken sandwich. I have not tried the other menu items, I love the pho too much to do so.
Chelsea Solorzano
Went with my family of 4. When we walked in, we were immediately greeted by a gentleman, I assume was the owner. He was so kind. We shared that is was my kids (teens) first time eating Thai food. He explained everything and even joked around with us. The waitress was also so sweet. The crab Rangoon was great. Out of our 4 meals, the Pad Thai was the best!! So yummy!! At the end of the meal, the owner brought us over friend donuts free of charge since it was our first time. Was a great experience! Highly recommended!!
Daniel S.
Eden Center is the oasis for Vietnamese food in NoVa. With so many restaurants featuring specialty dishes ranging from Com Tam to Pho, it can be hard to settle on which establishment to visit. My latest trip led to a visit to Pho VA for, you guessed it, Pho, and I was not disappointed.The Spicy Pho (contains peanuts for those with allergies) was flavorful without being overwhelming and kept me coming back for just one more sip. The noodles were prepared well, al dente and able to absorb the broth as you ate without ever getting mushy, and the variety of meat cuts were all flavorful. With a bowl able to leave me full at the end of the meal, and costing just $14 (or $12.50 if you only want three proteins), Pho VA is a new staple for my Eden Center restaurant rotation.
A R.
This is a review of the pho only, haven't had the tea and other things. This place is a low-key pho place, not too many tables, a lot of options for pho. It's legit. They have a spicy broth and a regular broth. Both are excellent but the spicy is a great base if you like your pho spicy. The meat is usually good, occasionally can be tougher cuts. Coffee is good, though they stopped making it table side recently as a few other places have and just bring it already mixed.
What started off good went downhill quickly. The food had a foul taste and odor, more than likely it had gone bad. We informed the manager and he brought out a second plate with the same smell/taste. We ended up leaving and still had to pay ?
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
I've been coming here on and off for the past 6 years and its one of my GO-TO places when it comes to Pho restaurants. I always get the spicy combo Pho. Its so good ??! Highly recommend!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow fantastic pho - grilled chicken with vermicelli - crispy spring roll - shrimp salad. We paid extra for the direct delivery on DoorDash, and it allows the food to arrive as fresh and hot as possible. Ingredients were fresh and clean, (not oily / too fishy / stale etc) and really inviting flavors!! This spot and Lantern House are our new falls church favs !!
It's #1 on Pho VA's menu. It has a flavorful broth that hits the spot. It's exactly as the description states. It's very delicious with a hint of PEANUT BUTTER! It's definitely worth trying!
Full menu, and this mom & pop does everything well!!! I recommend the 5-Spice Golden Chicken - on rice or Pho, split a Banh Mi as an appetizer and the shrimp salad is also a great appetizer. The garden/fresh rolls are great, but who messes those up?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Summer Rolls
Burnt chicken , Disgusting pho & Bathroom. Nah never
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Don't eat at this place, their food is really bad & they are rude to customers. 10/10 Don't recommend coming here!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I found a GIANT cockroach in my plate of noodles under all the soup and the managers kept making excuses saying they came from my bag! Super unprofessional and unpleasant service. STAY AWAY!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Pho with Yellow Egg Noodles
My recent visit to Pho VA was a complete letdown. I cannot emphasize enough how unsatisfied I was with my experience. From the moment I walked through the doors, it was clear that this establishment falls far short of the mark.The service was atrocious. The staff seemed disinterested and inattentive, making me feel like an inconvenience rather than a valued customer. They took an eternity to take my order, and when the food finally arrived, it was cold and unappetizing.Speaking of the food, it was nothing short of a disaster. The dishes lacked flavor and were poorly executed. It seemed as if no effort was put into their preparation or presentation. The ingredients were of subpar quality, and I could taste the lack of care in every bite. It was a truly disappointing culinary experience.The ambiance of the restaurant was equally disappointing. The atmosphere was bland and uninspiring. The interior was outdated and lacked any sense of style. The noise level was unbearable, making it impossible to have a decent conversation without shouting.To make matters worse, the prices were exorbitant for the dismal quality of food and service provided. I left the restaurant feeling not only dissatisfied but also taken advantage of. It was a waste of my hard-earned money.Pho VA is a place I would strongly advise against visiting. The poor service, tasteless food, lackluster ambiance, and overpriced menu make it clear that this establishment is not worth your time or money. Save yourself the disappointment and look for better dining options elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I found a GIANT cockroach in my plate of noodles under all the soup and the managers kept making excuses saying they came from my bag! Super unprofessional and unpleasant service. STAY AWAY!!
Restaurantji Recommends
Gross. Kitchen is probably infested and dirty... I used to love this place though. Just not worth itBruh I just searched for the Pho VA food inspection report and it's dated for April 2023. There's literally a report about there being cockroaches and rodent droppings present. Also apparently they don't sanitize food surfaces and keep meats at right temperatures... Never coming again. ???
Pho here is great, maybe the best in Eden Center. I love the fact that there are no grouping of the items you can add to the pho. My go to is rare, I ask for it on the side so I can add it in stages, tendon, and fatty flank. Spring rolls are nice here too as is the chicken sandwich. I have not tried the other menu items, I love the pho too much to do so.
Went with my family of 4. When we walked in, we were immediately greeted by a gentleman, I assume was the owner. He was so kind. We shared that is was my kids (teens) first time eating Thai food. He explained everything and even joked around with us. The waitress was also so sweet. The crab Rangoon was great. Out of our 4 meals, the Pad Thai was the best!! So yummy!! At the end of the meal, the owner brought us over friend donuts free of charge since it was our first time. Was a great experience! Highly recommended!!
Eden Center is the oasis for Vietnamese food in NoVa. With so many restaurants featuring specialty dishes ranging from Com Tam to Pho, it can be hard to settle on which establishment to visit. My latest trip led to a visit to Pho VA for, you guessed it, Pho, and I was not disappointed.The Spicy Pho (contains peanuts for those with allergies) was flavorful without being overwhelming and kept me coming back for just one more sip. The noodles were prepared well, al dente and able to absorb the broth as you ate without ever getting mushy, and the variety of meat cuts were all flavorful. With a bowl able to leave me full at the end of the meal, and costing just $14 (or $12.50 if you only want three proteins), Pho VA is a new staple for my Eden Center restaurant rotation.
This is a review of the pho only, haven't had the tea and other things. This place is a low-key pho place, not too many tables, a lot of options for pho. It's legit. They have a spicy broth and a regular broth. Both are excellent but the spicy is a great base if you like your pho spicy. The meat is usually good, occasionally can be tougher cuts. Coffee is good, though they stopped making it table side recently as a few other places have and just bring it already mixed.