McDonald's — Review by FUNG BROS.
Vietnam, Vietnam — Vietnamese / Fast Food Fusion
The reviewers tried McDonald's limited phở burger in Vietnam and were pleasantly surprised by how authentically it captured phở flavors. Priced at just $2-3 USD, they rated it 4 out of 5, praising it as an excellent breakfast choice that tasted like actual phở with hints of sizzling bolognese.
What was great: Authentic phở flavors with hoisin sauce, star anise, and traditional spices; surprising taste that resembles actual phở; egg and beef ball additions; good value at $2-3 USD
What could improve: Nothing mentioned
The Dishes
The main attraction was McDonald's phở burger, a Southeast Asian exclusive that caught the reviewers completely off guard. The single phở burger was priced at approximately $2 USD, while the double steak version they ordered came to about $3 USD. The burger featured authentic phở ingredients including hoisin sauce, star anise, and traditional phở spices like basil, which the reviewers noted isn't typically used on other McDonald's menu items. The patty came topped with a beef ball and a whole egg, creating an unexpected but cohesive flavor profile that surprisingly delivered the essence of traditional phở despite being served in burger form.
The Experience
The reviewers approached this with curiosity about how Asian fast food differs from Western chains, highlighting the innovation in regional menu customization that McDonald's implements across different markets.
Value and Pricing
At $2 for the single and $3 for the double, this represented exceptional value for a burger featuring premium phở-inspired ingredients and preparations. The pricing made the item feel like a steal, especially considering the quality of flavors delivered.
Notable Moments
Honestly it tastes like phở. It literally tastes like phở but sort of a little bit more like a sizzling bolognese, too. With the pâté just due to the egg.
I'm going to give this a solid four out of five. Absolutely more on the gas side. Super caught me off guard.
The Verdict
The phở burger earned a solid 4 out of 5 rating, placing it firmly on the positive side of the gas or trash scale. The reviewers were genuinely impressed by how well McDonald's captured authentic phở flavors in burger format. They recommended it as an excellent breakfast choice and expressed hope that McDonald's would create a McBrittle version. This is a must-try for anyone in Vietnam looking for a quick, affordable meal that delivers surprising authenticity.