27 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Fountain Valley

“Linh, our server was super friendly and pleasant. She always smile and attentive to her customers. You always feel happy to have her serve you. She's best at her jobs. She has great personality and superb skills with customers. Phở, rice with Salmon, rice with lemon grass chicken are so good. There portions are huge. Your money are well spent here. As for dessert, you also get free chè đậu xanh(mung bean sweet dessert) I highly recommend this restaurant. Definitely come back again and again. Thank you Linh for your kind service ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆“

“Friendly staff and service. Broth is flavourful, full of meats and the bowl is very generous.“

“Amazing food. Delicious spring rolls. Baked goods.“

“First time eating there, very nice place food was delicious and the servers was great 😊“

“Excellent food and very friendly service. One of our favorite Vietnamese restaurants now ! Definitely recommend 😊“

“Great selection of delicious vegan food. Server was accommodating and gave great recommendations for our kiddos.“

“Round two and still obsessed! 🍜✨ We came back to NEP Cafe specifically for their incredible Vietnamese fusion food—they nail that modern twist every single time. The staff is total pro-status, the decor is major eye candy, and it's easily our favorite spot to vibe with family and friends. 10/10 will be back again!“

“Best I’ve had outside Vietnam!“

“They have the best Canh Chu Ca! Really really. My family has been going for years. We crave it. When we tried to go on a Tuesday and they were closed we went elsewhere but it just wasn't as good. Mirada cooks the fish so that it is still so succulent. The flavor of the broth is perfectly balanced and tart. Please give this place a try for healthy Vietnamese food.“

“This is my favorite raw vegan restaurant! They also have a large menu of cooked vegan (or maybe that should be the other way around). I haven't tried their cooked food, but it looks absolutely delicious! I have not been to LA or the area in many years, and I am missing Au Lac!“

“I got the banh khot tom and they were so gooood! Light and crispy, goes so well with the sweet and sour fish sauce, remember me of the banh khot I had in Vung Tau a long time ago. A reminder to tell the cashier how much you want to tip as they can only add it before coming to the total bill, unless you do it in cash.“

“The place is located in a corner of a strip mall. There was only one table to sit and it was full. I think this is just order and go type of deal. The sticky rice was delicious and flavorful with the toppings. Mixture of sweet from sausage and savory. Lychee was a perfect combo to wash all of that down.“

“We came here on a Sunday evening for dinner. Food came out quickly. Service was excellent! A very friendly server gave us great recommendations and was patient with our questions since it was our first time here.

We enjoyed the broken rice combo with BBQ meats and sides. I especially like the pork chop, the pickled pork, sausage, and crispy fish cake. It was a very hearty meal with big portions at a reasonable price. I also loved that it came with a comforting side of vegetable soup broth.

I highly recommend a visit!! I will be back!“

“Was in the neighborhood for 2026 class reunion, saw this nice place and decided to stopping by for lunch. The ambiance was good and very roomy and bright. Services were excellent and friendly. Ordered 1 special and one with rib. The meat was very tender and delicious it felt right off when you took a bite. The broth was ok nor salty or bland. It was right on the taste. Very nice experience and enjoyable.“

“My Favorite Dish: Ca Nuong Da Don (Crispy Grilled Fish) The Best in Orange County.“

“I went here today for a late lunch/early dinner.I was craving banh cuon and I remember an old friend saying this place sold it. I bought a pound of each option. I think it was something like 5.99/lb for plain and 6.99/lb for meat? It came with bean sprouts and sauce but I stopped by green farm market to grab some more veggies and assembled a bowl for myself at home.Additionally, I got a banh bao and baguette and mayo+pate($4.5) & cha chien ($7) . All totaled about ~$27 and i got approximately 6-8 meals out of it.The baguette was really good and flavorful, I could smell the butter. My neice really liked the cha chien , she kept asking for more.They also take card !! Definitely would come back :)“

“I've been dining in Little Saigon for 20 years and have never been here as it is tucked behind Dennys.we ordered the egg noodle special. Wow! The presentation was yummy. Took sip of the soup and wowowo what an amazing aroma of flavors. The soup base taste was.just amazing. The egg noodle was fresh and bouncy. After this amazing bowl.of egg noodle we concluded this is the best egg noodle restaurant in Little Saigon.“

“One if the best Pho's in the area hands down. The broth is VERY hot which i love. Ive had the chicken, beef, and shrimp pho and all are consistenly good. The noodles are firmer than most places but it works well since the soup is very hot and the noodles don't turn to mush.“

“Solid place for bun bo hue, large is only $1 more but a generous portion. Interior is typical mid-range Vietnamese for the area, nothing fancy, booth seating, but still pleasant enough. And service is quick. They have more up and coming competitors in the same plaza, but Ngu Binh still holds up.“

“A hidden boba shop that just happens to serve pho and other food options. They don't specialize in pho and only have one variety (prime rib pho), but it slaps and is jam packed with meat! Only 10 bux and comes with a free small drink of your choice.

Unfortunately I had to deduct a star for lack of consistency. The pho ranges from amazing to just average, and I suspect it depends on the time of day. Try to come in the mornings.“

“Warm light, wood accents, and the soft hum of a dining room that feels unhurried. You catch the aroma of simmering broths and fresh herbs as you sit. The room reads welcoming and polished, a neighborhood spot that treats dinner like a small occasion.

The Food
Clean, balanced flavors with the depth you expect from central Vietnamese cooking. Broths taste clear yet layered, sauces stay bright, and textures land exactly where they should. Plates feel satisfying without heaviness, the kind of meal that leaves you content and clear headed.

Service & Atmosphere
Gracious and organized. Staff check in at the right moments, pace courses well, and offer helpful guidance without hovering. The room holds steady energy without getting loud, easy for a date night, family dinner, or a relaxed meal with friends.

More Details
• Vegetarian options: A solid handful of meat free choices. Staff can help assemble a full vegetarian meal.
• Dietary restrictions: Fish sauce, soy, peanuts, and shellfish are common. The team is attentive to adjustments where possible.
• Parking: Typically ample plaza parking with steady turnover during dinner hours.
• Kid friendliness: Comfortable for families, quick pacing and shareable plates.
• Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level entry with movable seating. Ask for a roomier table at peak times.

Final Take
Refined comfort with clarity and heart. Five stars for flavor, kindness, and a room that makes you want to linger for one more conversation.“

“05/18/2026
I posted this as a reply or add on to KimPham's review, just as another perspective. I was there when it happened.
Yes it was the server's fault to forget to put in the order for the table but they only had 2 servers running when suddenly many tables came in. One thing is the other server came to explained didn't yell at her. SHE was the one who YELLED at him and slammed the table when he did explain the situation gently and said the food was coming out right away if she would just give it another 2-3 minutes. She refused it and left. It was about 10-15 minutes for the time she had to wait until they realized the order wasn't put in.
At the end, she was right to be upset since the server didn't put in the order, but she was the one to yell and slam the table and then claimed it was the other employee who came to explain the situation that he yelled at her lol“

“CONGRATULATIONS .... FÉLICITATIONS“

“Our first time here, and we had a great experience! The food, service, and ambiance were all excellent. My husband’s favorite was the braised pork over rice, our teen boy loved the lamb dip, and my favorite was the mango forbidden ice snow. Prices are very reasonable for the food quality and overall experience. Good to know they take reservations.We’ll definitely be back!“

“After my routine dental cleaning, my husband and I stopped by for a Vietnamese bánh mì as a little afternoon treat. Bánh Mì & Chè Cali has several locations and I usually go to the Bolsa location for takeout. This Fountain Valley spot has indoor seating, but before Amazon Fresh closed, I would just pass by, grab something quickly, and leave. Today was my first time actually dining in.

As usual, my husband ordered two #1 (Ham & Meat Loaf). I normally go for the #6 (Pork Skin), but they don’t have it at this location, so I tried the #5 BBQ Pork instead.

Bánh mì are $6 each with a buy 2, get 1 free deal, and their noodle bowls are $13 for a large. Honestly, prices like this are hard to find these days and they are delicious.

📍 Pho Banh Mi & Che Cali
18122 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708“

“This is the very first Lee's Sandwiches I have ever been to since I moved over here to California from Maryland, a state where we never had nor heard of this location before.

I love going to these places, because apparently since it is a private company that makes every Lee's Sandwiches location different in regards to what they have in-store and on the menu as well, so you never know what you'll find and it is recommended to visit every one that you can find.“

“I personally think their bread is better than say a Lee’s Sandwiches because it doesn’t get hard like after a day or so. And now that they have Crispy Pork Belly sandwiches, where the crunchy and flavorful meat lives up to its name, I’m definitely ordering that again!“