Pho Tran is a highly regarded Vietnamese restaurant located on Ritchie Highway in Glen Burnie, Maryland. Known for its warm environment and authentic cuisine, the establishment has become a favorite go-to spot for locals seeking comfort food or a quick, delicious bite.
Reviewers frequently highlight the restaurant’s homey, clean, and peaceful vibe. With soft lighting and tasteful decor, it provides a quiet atmosphere that makes it easy to hold a conversation.
To help you plan your visit, here are the essential details about Pho Tran’s location and operations.
Day Hours Monday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Pho Tran is highly accessible and designed to accommodate various dining needs, whether you are visiting alone or with a large group.
Feature Details Mobility Accessibility Features wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating, parking lot, and restrooms. There are no steps inside the building. Parking Offers a free dedicated parking lot and free street parking. Payment Options Accepts Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments (like Apple Pay or Google Pay).
Feature Details Service Methods Offers Dine-in, Takeout, and Onsite table service. (Delivery is not available). Perfect For Solo dining, groups, tourists, and families. Reservations Accepted and recommended for peak hours or large groups. Family Friendly Highly accommodating for children; high chairs are available on-site.
The reviews for Pho Tran lean heavily positive, specifically celebrating the food quality and the outstanding customer service.
Category What Reviewers Are Saying The Food Universally praised for its rich, aromatic broth that tastes simmered for hours. Portions are generous with plenty of noodles and meat. Standout Dishes The Bun Bo Hue (spicy house noodle soup), Crab pho with shrimp and mushroom (#17a), and fresh spring rolls receive massive praise. Customer Service The owners and staff are frequently called warm, welcoming, and incredibly fast. Regulars mention that the staff remembers their exact orders. Cleanliness Multiple visitors point out that the restaurant tables are wiped immediately and the restrooms are kept immaculate.
Pho Tran Full Menu
Below is the complete breakdown of the items available on the Pho Tran menu, organized by section.
Item Description Chả Giò / Spring Rolls (2) Crispy deep-fried rolls; Taro with chicken, shrimp, and served with fish sauce. Gỏi Cuốn Chay / Vegetarian Garden Rolls (2) Freshly wrapped rolls with tofu, shredded lettuce, vermicelli, served with sweet peanut soybean sauce. Gỏi Cuốn / Garden Rolls (2) Freshly wrapped rolls with shrimp, shredded lettuce, vermicelli, served with sweet peanut soybean sauce. Tôm Chiên Bột / Butterfly Shrimp (6) Fried shrimp served with sweet plum sauce. Mực Chiên Bột / Fried Squid Deep-fried squid served with sweet plum sauce. Chạo Tôm / Prawn Sugar Cane Prawn paste wrapped around sugar cane.
Item Description 1. Phở Đặc Biệt / Phở Special Eye round steak, well-done brisket, flank, tendon, meatball, and tripe. 2. Phở Tái Eye round steak. 3. Phở Chín Well-done brisket. 4. Phở Chín Nạm Well-done brisket and flank. 5. Phở Tái Chín Nạm Eye round steak, well-done brisket, and flank. 6. Phở Tái Bò Viên Eye round steak and meatball. 6A. Phở Bò Viên Meatball. Plain Noodles Pho noodles served in broth without meat. 7. Phở Tái Chín Eye round steak and well-done brisket. 8. Phở Gân Tái Eye round steak and tendon. 9. Phở Tái Sách Eye round steak and tripe. 10. Phở Tái Gân Sách Eye round steak, tendon, and tripe. 11. Phở Gà / Chicken Phở Chicken served in a traditional chicken broth. 12. Phở Tôm / Shrimp Phở Shrimps served in broth with noodles. 13. Phở Seafood Rich broth with shrimp, squid, scallop, and fried shrimp. 14. Phở Chay / Phở Vegetarian Veggie broth with vegetables (carrot and broccoli), tofu, corn, and mushroom. 15. Bún Bò Huế Spicy house noodle soup with steamed blood, pork leg, beef, and pork ball. 16. Bún Bò Huế Spicy house noodle soup with beef and pork ball. 17. Bánh Canh Cua Crab meat udon noodle soup with crab meat, fried shrimp, and mushroom. 17A. Bánh Canh Cua Crab meat pho noodle soup with shrimp and mushroom. 17B. Bún Riêu Ground pork and crab meat noodle soup with egg, pork blood, tomatoes, and tofu.
Item Description 18. Cơm Dĩa Gà Nướng Grilled chicken with steamed rice, tomatoes, and cucumber. 19. Cơm Dĩa Bò Nướng Grilled beef with steamed rice, tomatoes, and cucumber. 20. Cơm Thịt Heo Nướng Pork with steamed rice, tomatoes, and cucumber. 20A. Cơm Tôm Nướng Shrimp with steamed rice, tomatoes, and cucumber.
Item Description 21. Bún Gà Nướng Grilled chicken with vermicelli and cucumber. 22. Bún Bò Nướng Grilled beef with vermicelli, cucumber, and shredded lettuce. 23. Bún Thịt Heo Nướng Grilled pork with vermicelli, cucumber, and shredded lettuce. 24. Bún Tôm Nướng Grilled shrimp with vermicelli, cucumber, and shredded lettuce. 25. Bún Chạo Tôm Thịt Nướng Prawn sugar cane or grilled beef with vermicelli, cucumber, and shredded lettuce.
Kids Menu
Item Description Meatball Kid-sized portion with meatballs. Steak Kid-sized portion with steak. Chicken Kid-sized portion with chicken. Plain Noodles (Kids) Kid-sized portion of noodles and broth.
Extra Side Orders
Item Description Hành Dấm Jumbo onion in vinegar. Bò Viên / Meatball (5) Side of 5 meatballs. Chén Bánh Không Side order of plain noodles. Chén Thịt Each additional topping. Tôm / Shrimp (7) Side of 7 shrimps. Broccoli Carrots Side portion of steamed broccoli and carrots. Carry Out Packaging fee for takeout orders.
Item Description Trà Nóng / Hot Tea / Iced Tea Traditional tea or plain hot water. Café Sữa Đá Vietnamese iced coffee with sweet condensed milk. Đá Chanh Iced lemonade or sweet tea. Soda Chanh Refreshing soda limeade. Nước Dừa Young coconut milk. Trà Thái Perfectly balanced Thai iced tea. Sinh Tố / Smoothies Mango taro, strawberry, honey dew, green tea, coconut, or avocado. Nước Ngọt / Soda Coke
