Banh Cuon Saigon - Falls Church

An unexpected bonus was running into someone from the Organic Nail Bar who recognized me—her name is Thano, one of the fantastic owners who, along with her sister Alex, does exceptional work. The restaurant was quite busy, but we managed to get seated right away. I had a craving for the Golden Pancake and Spring Rolls—though those aren't the exact names on the menu, they are easy to remember, and the servers will likely know what you mean. Both dishes I ordered were generously packed with greens, some of which I didn't eat, but the food was still delicious. Throughout our meal, we could hear the lively sounds of the dancing dragons, which even made their way into some of the shops, where store managers participated by donating money for photos. I noticed that several people who had gathered outside to watch the fireworks and dragon dance decided to stop in for a bite to eat, including a woman and her family who playfully honked at me while waiting for a parking spot. It really is true what they say, "It's a small world after all." I definitely plan to return to this restaurant in the near future. Plus, the kid-friendly service was accompanied by big smiles from the staff!

Charming little authentic Vietnamese restaurant hidden away in this plaza! The service is quick and friendly, and the food is absolutely delicious! Food: 5/5

This is a fantastic spot to explore if you're craving Vietnamese cuisine beyond the typical pho. The fish head noodle soup, known as bun mam, is quite tasty. The banh cuon said gon is absolutely delicious. However, the fried fish cakes seem to be slightly overcooked and may have been reheated a bit too much.

This restaurant offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine and maintains a good level of cleanliness. Our server, Huong, was incredibly helpful and accommodating to our needs. The Bún bò Hu and Bún mắm were absolutely exceptional. I was especially impressed by how well the soup and noodles complemented each other. The pig trotter in the Bún bò Hu was tender, flavorful, and succulent, so we even ordered an extra serving. Please note that they do not accept American Express, but we are very grateful that they made a one-time exception for us.

I stopped by for lunch one day, as I had a craving for banh cuon. It’s a decent place, and I would definitely return. I rated it 4 out of 5 stars because the tables could be cleaner and some of the condiment jars were sticky and needed to be wiped down. Food: 5/5.