50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Gardena

“My brother and I went to Pho Hoan Pasteur with high expectations as they had high ratings on Yelp.
He ordered the regular sized steak and tendon pho. He found one piece of tendon in the entire bowl, so he was disappointed. The taste of the pho broth was just OK... not the best, nor the worst he's ever had.
I had the grilled shrimp bun and it came with two egg rolls. I was disappointed as rice noodles were all broken. It felt as though the bowl was filled with the rice noodle scraps at the bottom of the bag. The fish sauce wasn't remarkable either. I added lime juice and samba.
We tried it. We probably won't return.“

“Love the shrimp spring rolls and egg rolls. My daughter loves the pho and my husband likes his grilled pork and rice. We were able to dine in at 11pm. Glad we were able to make it, esp after arriving from a transatlantic flight. Thank you for the good food.

Kid-friendliness: They have a high chair and kiddie utensils that came with a scissor.“

“Friendly, great customer service. Food is delicious 😋“

“I've been coming to Nam Kitchen ever since they opened over a year ago, and it’s easily become one of my favorite spots. It’s the perfect place to celebrate birthdays, hang out with friends, or enjoy a nice date night. The interior has a modern yet elegant vibe—definitely a bit more upscale than your typical Vietnamese restaurant—but the quality and portion sizes absolutely live up to it.

Nam Kitchen is a creative fusion of Vietnamese and Peruvian cuisine, and it really works!

What we ordered:

Ribeye Garlic Noodles – 8/10 ($30)
The price may look a little steep but the portions are large, and they don’t skimp on the steak. It was a LOT of steak! I asked for medium-rare, but it came out slightly more cooked than I prefer. Still, the chimichurri added a great kick and paired beautifully with the steak—it was super flavorful overall.

House Chicken Wings – 10/10 ($15)
We got seven pieces, and even after sitting for about 30 minutes while we filmed, the wings were still crispy, flavorful, and delicious. You can really taste the fish sauce—it adds that perfect umami touch.

Pho Short Rib – 10/10 ($17)
The broth is rich, aromatic, and bursting with flavor — you can really taste the fish sauce, lime, and all the fragrant spices. A huge bonus: they offer unlimited noodle refills, just like SUP Noodle Bar! The short rib was delicious, though I’ve had slightly more tender versions elsewhere — but the unlimited noodles more than make up for that. You could easily share this dish with another person, making it a great value!

Crispy Rolls - 8/10 ($9)
I like how they cut the egg rolls in half for easy sharing and serve them with fresh lettuce and carrots for wrapping. The presentation is beautiful and definitely photo-worthy. They also include fish sauce for dipping, which ties all the flavors together perfectly. I loved the crispiness of the egg rolls and the flavorful filling inside — such a satisfying bite!

Pink Petal Drink - 9/10 ($6)
I really enjoyed this drink made with strawberry purée and coconut milk — it’s super refreshing and beautifully presented with a flower garnish. It’s definitely an Instagram-worthy drink! The flavor leans on the sweeter side, so I’d recommend asking for it less sweet, or you can add a bit of water to balance it out (and make it last longer!).

Taro Coffee - 6/10 ($6)
We ordered this drink mainly for its aesthetic appeal, but since neither of us are big coffee drinkers, our rating might be a little biased. The Vietnamese coffee is quite strong and not too sweet, which true coffee lovers will likely appreciate. If you enjoy bold, robust coffee flavors, this one’s definitely worth trying!

Overall Score 9.5/10
Prices are a bit on the higher side, but the food absolutely makes it worth it. The staff are kind and friendly, though they can get quite busy at times. Parking can be a little tricky since the restaurant is located in a plaza near an apartment complex, and it tends to get crowded — even at 6 p.m. on a Saturday, the place was buzzing. I’m really happy to see how well they’re doing, and we were so grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with them!“

“đã có tại VN từ năm 1960 tại số 494 minh mạng (ngã sáu chợ lớn) phở truyền thống gia đinh“

“THIS FOOD IS AWESOME!!!!“

“We stopped by to order a large amount of sandwiches which we always do for long trips. The location was very clean & the cashier was extremely nice. Only the sandwiches are a bit over priced compared to 16 different locations weve been to. Instead of over pricing, should focus more on mass sales rather than higher priced products.“

“If I can leave a 1000000000 stars I would ! Family friendly 100000000 x
Staff super friendly never never had a problem with anything!! They are so accommodating to anything. Family own place is a plus ! My 2 year old loves sitting next to the fish tank and already has her table chosen ! They are open late which is a huge plus to me when I’m coming out from work ! My family loves this place and always will ! Thank you pho daily !!!!“

“The best bánh mì and coffee in the world. I recommend it!👏💥❤️“

“I’ve had pho in about 6 different states. This was the best I’ve ever had! Bravo! You guys deserve it! Thanks for letting us visit! 🍲“

“Best Vietnamese restaurant in Torrance“

“My bf and I stopped by after a long flight and seeing good reviews. The spring rolls were so good to me. The pho broth was so soothing and delicious. My bf got the broken rice with sliced pork and he said it was good. The ube coffee looked too yummy to drink, and it was also yummy!“

“Love this place customer service is great,food is great and not that pricey!I truly would recommend :)“

“The Pho is great. Clean and beefy broth with a slight taste of the star anise and a slightly sweet after notes. The meat to noodle ratio is excellent, rare beef is tender and the meat balls flavorful. The rice noodles are firm which I like. Topped with thin slices of onions, generous amount of green onions and cilantro. The herbs, basil, bean sprouts are fresh and crisp.

The Chicken with Chinese Broccoli and Carrots was just average. Service is welcoming and accommodating. Very chill and relax atmosphere. The music is relaxing. Overall a wonderful experience and I will come back again.“

“I have driven by this place several times and it doesn’t look like much on the outside but I had a good feeling about it.
As soon as, we walked in the Aroma of the kitchen was Amazing!! Plenty of “pick up orders” on the countertop! Menu had lots of options. Pho and spring rolls +peanut sauce and flavors did not fail super yummy!
Customers were eating happily just like us. Service was great and attentive. Returning soon !“

“Food is superb, as is there fresh limeade.“

“As a solo diner I visited this branch of the family owned business and sat at the counter top seating area since all the tables were taken. Popular place guys! I ordered “large rib eye pho” bowl was very very generous and took a persistent slog at finishing the bold portion! Shame the beef was well done and firming up rather than rare as it stated on the menu. Broth was well seasoned and complex and rather tasty. Ingredients like the Thai basil and bean sprouts were fresh and crispy. My iced Vietnamese coffee was strong but welcomed! Staff were working well under pressure will definitely come back and try other things dishes. I’m happy I came across this restaurant.“

“First timer here… will definitely be coming back. Actually I was here at opening and I’ll be back for lunch with the whole family. Small plates are pretty filling. Hope this gen sticks around for a long while. Don’t mind the 30 minute drive.“

“Phorage on Overland in Los Angeles is a great spot for a relaxed meal with a fresh take on Vietnamese cuisine. The menu has a cool mix of traditional and modern dishes that are both tasty and unique. The Pho Birria is absolutely incredible. 10/10“

“Very tasty sandwiches!! Great Vietnamese flavor!!!!“

“We brought twins there to Have lunch. They were very accommodating and provided high chairs, children bowls, utensils and covered water cups with straws“

“I was in Long Beach and decided I wanted some Pho. A few places were closed today but New Pho was open. They have their own parking lot so that’s a plus. It’s an older building but I’m not there to check out the decor. Seat yourself and they’ll bring you a menu. I ordered a large Pho Tai. Food was good and hot. Friendly server/waiter.“

“I can’t remember how many times with being at pho fever…
The food here is really good and it doesn’t taste artificial at all. the service here 100 out of 100 no doubt!
There are plenty of unique dishes over here, for example fried banana that I really liked and wonton pho is probably what I order the most. The spring rolls with the SAUCE, please try that whenever you want to eat healthy, light yet fulfilling!
They do vegetarian versions too!
You’ll love it here!“

“Fantastic food. We had the DineLA menu and a great introduction to their food. Awesome service. Love the interior. Will be back again“

“This Vietnamese spot quietly sits inside a bland strip mall but surprises in every bite. The pho was rich and fragrant, and their pho‑French‑dip banh mi served on Persian bread was unforgettable. I appreciated how inventive yet respectful their flavor combinations stayed. Seating is minimal, but the staff are attentive and efficient. It’s precisely the sort of hidden gem locals appreciate—not glossy, just excellent food“

“Very clean, nice environment.
They have changed ownership and go by Vietnamese restaurant express now.
Bartender gave out free ice chia lattes when i was there which was really nice.
It was also slow so don’t count on the same perks when you visit.
Definitely would try again“

“Nong La has a dedicated Canto Viet man diligently directing the back of the house day in and day out, making sure the food hits their level of comfortable consistent cuisine, which won’t exactly blow minds or taste buds, but fills an exotic unfamiliar question mark into a manageable modern meal. But there’s this really Skinny Canto Viet lady bossing a bunch of diverse ppl around… she’s kinda scary at times and fiery at times… I suspect Nong La (Nong La means Burning) was named after the hot heat came from her own… hot… …..!😉🤓🔥🥵)“

“buen ambiente, deliciosos platillos“

“The food is very flavorful and of excellent quality. The owner and server is a very friendly and warm person as well. You can tell that this is a family owned establishment but I think that adds charm. Another customer who didn’t speak english very well came in while we were eating and the owner took his time and used what little spanish he knew to help the customer to his best ability. You can tell that he goes the extra mile to make his customers happy! Would definitely come again ❤️“

“I am glad because there are not many places around here that serve good Pho.
The soup is light but very tasty with just the right amount of salt.

It took about 15 minutes to be served.

No alcoholic beverages are sold.

Will visit again.“

“Hidden gem in LA. Great customer service even at late night. Good taste! Good spicy level for spicy crispy chicken. Greta taste on pho soup. Price is on a bit high level for the quantity. Total $72 plus tips for 4 dishes.
We will visit this place again when we visit LA.“

“A random tiktok video brought me to this place, and boy, am I glad it did! I had the Rare Steak and Crunch Brisket Pho, and it was the best I've ever had. The size of the bowl is absolutely perfect. I left feeling full and very satisfied. The service was fast for a relatively full lunchtime. I am definitely coming back!“

“Amazing vegan menu. 💕 definitely worth a visit. Will stop in next time we are in town.“

“Very nice restaurant, very close to beautiful Redondo Beach. Such a cute decorations with great Asian fusion food“

“I love this place, the food is very delicious, good quality and I think the prices are fair. There is free parking in front and behind the restaurant. Very friendly employees make you feel welcome. I recommend this place and of course I would return for its food, I hope very soon.

Parking: There is always parking in this place“

“In town for a conference and stopped in for some pho. Absolutely delicious and a friendly staff. Highly recommend.“

“Good food. Good service! Clean place.“

“Super good and quick service full house and service was top tier. We were seated immediately and those waiting were served in under 10 minutes. I would wait any day really good pho !! Ordered pho combo a small is very filling also ordered the appetizer trio super crunchy and fresh“

“Food was amazing. One of the best vietnamese restaurants that I love to visit. Highly recommended.“

“Ordered through DoorDash. This chicken pho was exactly what I needed when I wasn't feeling well. The addition of the bean sprouts, Thai basil and lime was perfect. The only thing I didn’t care for was the chicken because it was incredibly dry. The brisket was better than the chicken.“

“buen ambiente, deliciosos platillos“

“One of the cashier's ripped offa borderline homeless person.“

“We’ve always come to this place, we just live around the area. The food is good, the service is good💁‍♀️💜👍“

“My first time here because I just so happened to be in the area. I had the brisket & tendon phó. It was delicious. It had so much tendon and I loved it. Great flavor and freshness. I read some of the reviews that were negative. My experience was nothing but positive. I like to eat at mom and pop restaurants. The service was polite and attentive. Give this establishment a try. I think you’ll find it a tasty and positive experience.“

“I can't wait to come back and try more of their other dishes. You already know its going to be good authentic food when it's a mom and pop shop, located in a sketchy shopping center and Cambodian music videos playing in the background. Disclaimer: you may have to wait for someone to take your order if you're dining in. Just be patient because they only have one staff answering calls, taking order and serving dine-in guest. Just know the food is delicious and food comes out piping hot. We got the Papaya Salad, Fried Fish w/ Mango Sauce, and Combo Pin Noodles. The food was so good I only got a picture of the Papaya Salad and ate everything else before we realized I haven't taken a photo. Sauces were all very flavorful, fish was perfectly crisp, and food was all on point. Definitely recommend trying this place when your in the local area!“

“Not the biggest fan of how they charge for all the extra sides you’d typically get for free when ordering pho at any other restaurant, but still enjoyed my meal. They serve large bowls, although it’s a bit extra broth for its contents. The beef rolls are a yummy appetizer and the brisket is tasty. Service is fine, they do automatically add 18% minimum service charge to small parties and more for larger parties.“

“The food is good but it is not worth the price. I got the pho combination which was 16 dollars. I would not mind the price but they are stingy with the meat. I would not bother coming back when there are so many other options that are worth the price of admission.“

“We almost didn’t come because of the bad reviews and thank goodness we decided to ignore those because this pho was so delicious and it would have been a shame to miss out on the experience. The atmosphere is cozy and clean and seamless with the outdoors. The staff were so friendly . My husband said the chicken bahn mi was one of the best he’s ever had. I got the shrimp boa buns and they were so freaking tasty. The pho broth was full of flavor. We will definetly be coming back here in the future!“

“Enjoyed a wonderful breakfast at Toast Cafe❤️ Smoked salmon avocado toast and fresh berry toast were amazing. Quiet cozy cafe with great food. Highly recommend!e“

“Excellent! Excellent location, pleasant atmosphere. The lunch arrived promptly and was great, and the service was kind. I'm pleased I booked a reservation because it was a rainy Sunday night and the place was largely full. There appear to be a few public lots close by that are reasonably priced.“