29 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Laguna Beach

“Very good modern Vietnamese food at reasonable prices just across the street from the beach.“

“We dropped in at Pho Saigon last night and had a wonderful takeaway. The food was typical Vietnamese, light, fresh (in the sense of flavour and beautifully cooked. The service was swift but not pressured and the takeaway was parcelled neatly and securely. We will return...“

“Food was so delicious recommended for who hasn’t tried it , and great service as well my first time. I would come back, but I’m too far. I’m from San Antonio Texas. Thumbs up 👍 👍“

“Excellent quality food. The filet mignon was perfect. Not fancy but very nice.“

“Everything was amazing. Best Viet food I've had in South OC. Beef baguette (bahn mi) was a great value. Flavorful, rich, and packed with veggies. Light, airy baguette. Aromatic gelato. Creamy brown sugar boba beverage. Clean restroom. Overall, would come back again.“

“Food is really good :) is well located and prices are reasonable for the area“

“Absolutely dee- lish! Would definitely go again.“

“I have been eating here since 2002 while still in high school. First time ever eating Pho here. These 3 Viet guys from my classes introduced me to Pho at this place. Been going here whenever I’m craving Pho or Viet food in the Irvine area. The most flavorful Pho broth out of any Viet restaurant I’ve ever ate in California.“

“Service was top notch -extremely nice and informative on menu. Food was ridiculous good I recommend the grapefruit salad with chicken“

“We ate at Pho So 1 in Lake Forest and ordered a few dishes, including brisket pho, BBQ spring rolls (#4), vermicelli bowl (#89), and #57. The total came to about $72, which felt a bit pricey—but the food was tasty.

The BBQ rolls were our favorite,.

Dish #89 was light and refreshing. It’s perfect for a warm day for anyone who prefers clean flavors.

Dish # 57 was just okay.

Service was quick, and the restaurant was clean and comfortable. Overall, it’s a solid spot for Vietnamese food if you don’t mind spending a bit more. We’ll definitely be back.“

“I will go back. The pho was very good and full of stuff, I like that.
Couple of complaints, Pepsi and Diet Pepsi my friend and I received tasted like medicine. Most likely due to bad mixture of syrup and carbonated water.
I had her exchange it with regular iced tea, omg, even worse.
You guys gotta taste your drinks every day. That’s good management. Even the water tasted awful.
Otherwise, good place. Next time, I’ll take my own water or get a fresh coconut. They can’t screw that up.“

“Food is really good :) is well located and prices are reasonable for the area“

“The place is pretty spacious with a nice, slightly fancy, and clean vibe. Lots of staff and good service. Prices aren’t too bad either. I can’t remember the name of this roll, but it was super tasty! If you come here, don’t miss it. It’s seriously good!“

“Prob one of the better Vietnamese places in Lake Forest area. Been coming here for years and they never disappoint. They always take good care of me and make sure I get extra onions and veggies and sprouts for my Pho. There is a reason this place has been here for so long and is still always busy. A classic place.“

“Ordering is a little confusing. There is a monitor that allows you the option of dine in or carryout. But then you need to go to front to pay before they make the order.

Food was ok. Yellow rice was a little dry, and the chicken thigh was tough and dry. Egg rolls were very good. People were very nice. Probably should have gotten the pho.“

“Wanted to get Pho for lunch, this place was highly rated so popped in for food. It’s in a strip mall and not in a fancy location. Parking was easy and able to get seated very quickly for lunch.
The lady who served our party was welcoming and efficient. I think she is the owner.
We all loved the food we had. I liked the beef Pho which was very flavorful. My wife liked the chicken cabbage salad very much. Would recommend the Thai iced tea too, not so much the iced coffee.
We had a coconut too, was really good.
Would definitely recommend!“

“I stopped by Happy Pho for lunch on a rainy day. The service was fast and efficient, which was great for a busy lunchtime.

The portion size was generous, definitely good value. However, the rice noodles were overcooked. Other than that, everything else was good.

If they improve the noodle texture, it would be a solid spot for a quick pho fix.“

“Service is outstanding! The place is clean including the bathroom. Food is awesome🥰“

“Nothing fishy about this place. It's a small family run business. Blame covid for the price increases and there are sign posted to make you aware of the increase. it's the best food and most reasonable prices in town. if you cant afford a 11 dish then don't buy or complain about it. These reviews are for the food not whiners.“

“Quick and easy and good all in one“

“We got egg rolls, bao, and garlic noodles with beef. Everything was spectacular. They were training a new employee and I loved how much kindness and respect they used in their training. We stayed a talked with friends for quite a while after we finished eating and felt no pressure to leave. The playlist was fire.“

“Very good modern Vietnamese food at reasonable prices just across the street from the beach.“

“Had the beef Chow Fun noodles.... excellent! I've had the Pho there to very good.“

“The food is so delicious and flavorful. The place is beautiful, the portion and quality is worth your budget. Me and my husband was satisfied for what we order. Excellent job Pho Tam Cali. We will definitely come back.“

“Pho Ha Noi earns 4* from me. If I lived in Garden Grove, it might be a 3* rating relative to the other pho places that abound in that Little Saigon, but for South County, it is a solid 4* relative to the others around. When I take my father, who lives in LWV out for pho, this is his favorite one. I usually get Rare Steak & Tendon pho or a Broken Rice dish with shredded pork and charbroiled pork. Both are always more than acceptable, but the one thing I miss is the fried egg on top of the rice, that my favorite Vietnamese place in San Diego does“

“This place has delicious Vietnamese Fusian foods. Nice environment and excellent customer service 👍👍 My first time here and I had a good experience. The staff was super nice and courteous ⭐️ I would definitely come back again with my friends and family. Highly recommended for everyone 😊“

“Great spot for a group event!
We hosted an informal rehearsal dinner here on a Thursday evening for a group of 27, and everything was fantastic. The service was excellent—friendly, attentive, responsive, and professional.
The restaurant is located in a beautiful shopping complex with plenty of parking, which made logistics easy for our guests. Since I live in the SF Bay Area, I coordinated the event remotely with Ken via phone and text. He was amazing—super helpful in planning a menu that fit our budget and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Ken and his team even went out of their way to accommodate one of our gluten-free guests, which we really appreciated.
The food was delicious—from the individually prepared, fresh and flavorful Vietnamese shrimp spring rolls to the hearty combination chow mein, everything was a hit. The Garlic Tofu & Vegetables were especially popular with the group, and my personal favorite was the Black Pepper Steak.
They set up a private patio area for us that felt intimate yet still connected to the restaurant’s relaxed SoCal vibe. The white tablecloths and flower arrangements added a lovely touch to our pre-wedding celebration.
Everyone in our party had a great time—great food, warm atmosphere, and top-notch service.

Highly recommended for group gatherings. Thank you, Ken and the Asia Kitchen team!“

“Food is really good :) is well located and prices are reasonable for the area“

“Everything is nicely prepared in healthy portions with really fresh ingredients. The food is great especially the beef pho!“