Washington DC's Eden Center, especially Huong Viet, is well-regarded for bún riêu — the crab and tomato noodle soup. The DC area's strong Central and Southern Vietnamese community means this dish is well-represented at several restaurants.
Huong Viet top-pick
Huong Viet serves one of the best vermicelli noodles in the DC area — a vibrant orange-red broth rich with crab flavor and tomato. The soup is loaded with tender crab meat, pork, and tofu, served with a generous herb plate. Their version of this classic crab noodle soup is consistently excellent and a customer favorite.
Hai Duong best-value
This family-friendly Eden Center restaurant does a solid vermicelli noodles with a well-balanced broth. The crab flavor comes through clearly, and the toppings are generous. The soup arrives steaming hot with fresh herbs and lime on the side.
Nha Trang hidden-gem
Nha Trang's menu includes vermicelli noodles as part of their extensive Central Vietnamese offerings. The broth is rich and tangy from tomatoes, with delicate crab paste and pork adding depth. A comforting bowl for cooler DC evenings.