Banana Blossom Bistro – Vietnamese
Fragrant clouds of star anise and cinnamon drift through this vibrant bistro, where the soul of Vietnamese comfort food is captured in every steaming bowl of Mama Anh’s signature pho. Delicate rice paper wraps cradle a garden of crisp vegetables and succulent shrimp in an array of hand-rolled spring rolls, offering a refreshing crunch that perfectly balances the deep, savory complexity of the slow-simmered broths. This welcoming sanctuary invites diners to linger over bright, herb-forward flavors and tender ribbons of steak in an atmosphere that feels both modern and deeply rooted in family tradition.
6202, Rhode Island Avenue, Riverdale, MD, 20737 +13012778500 https://www.bananablossombistro.com/0Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Shrimp Spring Rolls: Shrimp, rice paper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Emma Rolls: Wheat-based rolls Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Rolls: Vegetables, rice paper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Rolls: Tofu, rice paper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spring Rolls: Traditional Vietnamese rolls Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Pho & Soups
- Mama Anh's Pho: Traditional beef broth, rice noodles Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Pho: Beef, rice noodles, broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eye Round Steak Pho: Thinly sliced steak, rice noodles, broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pho: Chicken, rice noodles, broth Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gardener's Pho: Vegetable broth, mixed vegetables, rice noodles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plain Pho: Broth and rice noodles Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Banh Mi: Vietnamese baguette, pickled vegetables, choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vermicelli Bowl: Rice vermicelli, crushed peanuts, fresh herbs, choice of protein Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice Entree: Steamed rice, crushed peanuts, choice of protein Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemongrass Shrimp: Shrimp sautéed with lemongrass Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Marinated Chicken: House marinated chicken Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Pork: Grilled marinated pork Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu + Mushroom Entree: Sautéed tofu and mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Vietnamese Crunchy Cabbage Salad: Cabbage, herbs, peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Banana Blossom Salad: Banana blossom, herbs, dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Add-ons
- Sautéed Shiitake & Oyster Mushroom: Mixed mushrooms Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Daikon + Carrots: House pickled vegetables Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Pho Broth: House-made beef or vegetable broth Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
Beverages
- Copper Cow Coffee: Vietnamese coffee Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
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