50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Lemon Grove

“We’ve eaten here a couple of times and always enjoy the pho. They have a vegetarian broth available and vegetarian proteins like faux chicken and shrimp, which cannot be said for many of the Vietnamese restaurants in our neighborhood. And it’s a really good broth, surprising flavorful and light on the salt.

The other thing we love to order here is the fruit slushies and boba. The fruit slushies, in particular, are out of this world. I would recommend the strawberry.

My only complaint is that they don’t always read/follow the instructions I write in when ordering online. Tonight, for example, I ordered the vegetarian pho with tofu and asked for it without the cilantro garnish and, still, my soup was decorated with cilantro leafs.“

“Comedically and unnecessarily large menu considering many of the items are slight variations of others or the same items with different protein options. The Helen Korean scallion pancakes were my favorite as well as their desserts but everything was tasty and I would love to come back many times to try more.“

“Great food and great service! Pho Nom has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and everything we ordered tasted fresh and flavorful. The pho was comforting, the portions were generous, and the overall experience was really enjoyable. Special thanks to Olivia and Leyna for their excellent service — they were friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. Would definitely come back again!“

“Nice staff. Great food. They serve you a plate of salad w/ homemade tofu and a pitcher of lemon water with no extra charge once you're seated. At the end they serve you ice cream, no extra charge too!“

“The food here is delicious..ate there twice and can't wait to go back.“

“I am a big vietnamese coffee drinker and this place is amazing! Been going for years and they never disappoint. Lines get long on weekends but they move quickly (plus all the cute North Park dogs you get to pet in line doesn't hurt either)

Would definitely recommend giving this place a try!“

“Best food, drink, service and atmosphere I have experienced in a long time. Rivals Michelin restaurants.“

“We just discovered this restaurant recently and it is now our favorite spot! The food is amazing, anything you order is delicious and the drinks too! If you’re around Santee definitely check out this place ❤🩷“

“Good service, good atmosphere, great food“

“I loved !!! great food and service“

“It's probably the bedt Pho you will find in San Diego. Tried a lot of places, but this places broth tastes clean and refreshing. Especially when other places may make you feel kind of heavy. The price is also really good as well.

Also, the last thing I will bring up are the host, they always find a way to make you feel comfortable while waiting for your food.“

“Enjoy the pho 🍜 at this restaurant is very delicious 🤤“

“This restaurant is such a wonderful find. The dining area is nicely decorated and incredibly clean, with every corner well‑maintained. It stays pleasantly quiet, so you can dine without loud background noise. Every dish is full of rich flavor, made with fresh quality ingredients. Tables and utensils are properly sanitized. It is perfect for casual dinners or small gentle gatherings. I felt totally relaxed throughout the meal. This lovely spot is well worth visiting, and I will definitely come back soon.“

“Great portions and great taste. Very friendly servers, I recommend.“

“We were so excited to find this place open on the 4th of July! Our waitress recommended the Cubic Filet Mignon Fried Rice, the Tijuana Roll, and the Tiger Roll, and every single dish was absolutely amazing. Everything was incredibly fresh, full of flavor, and beautifully prepared. The service was excellent, and we had such a wonderful dining experience. We can’t wait to come back and try their pho. Highly recommend!“

“Had their egg rolls with the rice paper a year ago from a co-worker who brought a tray in to work. Haven't stopped thinking about it.

But somehow, it wasn't as good as I remembered it. Still good but a little too dry and too salty.
Bahn mi was great.

Not much of a seating area so beware if you plan on eating in.
They only take cash.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not much room for wheelchair“

“Photastic dining experience! The Best ever. Great service and timely in food preparation. The place to enjoy Pho in all of San Diego 5 stars review.“

“Great food and a wonderful dining experience“

“With 10 eateries in this tiny strip mall on a main road, you have a lot of choices. Choose this place. Fast friendly service. Great food at reasonable prices. Large portions. Want it mild? No problem. Like it spicy 🔥 they do that too.“

“This is my favorite Vietnamese spring roll place EVER. The combo #2 is my go-to. For $14, you get so much variety: traditional nem nuong roll, fried tofu and shrimp, soup, and the special pho roll (my favorite and so different, you can't find this anywhere else!) The icing on the cake is that the combo comes with a complimentary jasmine tea. This is the perfect refreshing meal if you want something light yet fulfilling year round. I haven't gotten around to trying the rest of their menu, but I definitely will considering combo #2 is my tried and true.

Featuring my half-eaten food pic, I had an epiphany mid-bite that I should write a review since I've gotten combo #2 so many times.“

“the service is great and fast plus the food is awesome 👌 💯“

“Phine ass pho and women ya digg“

“The broth was head and shoulders above most other pho places, with plenty of aromatics and onion.
The pile of basil I was given would have satisfied a large ruminant.
The bathroom was in a slightly dire condition, however.“

“I had the spicy beef soup It was excellent, top quality. You have to taste it to believe it. I also had the fried chicken wings . This is a hidden gem of San Diego.“

“bueno y limpio...el mejor PHO DE LA REGION“

“I love this place it’s food is amazing and the staff is very kind. Curry soup is the best thing on the menu.“

“Fast service. Fresh Vegetables & delicious foods. Grilled & BBQ Kobe & Pork are to die for. Egg rolls are tops.“

“Food is delicious with great affordable prices. Definitely worth the drive.“

“good food and awesome customer service“

“Good authentic food. Great service“

“I stopped by Pho Minh & Grill and it was a great place to enjoy authentic Vietnamese comfort food. The restaurant has a casual, relaxed atmosphere—nothing fancy, but very welcoming and perfect for a simple meal with friends or family. It’s a popular local spot with solid reviews and affordable prices.

The pho is definitely the highlight. The broth is rich and aromatic, and the portions are generous with plenty of noodles and tender meat. They also serve other Vietnamese favorites like grilled rice dishes, vermicelli bowls, and appetizers such as spring rolls, which make the menu nicely varied. Vietnamese restaurants like this typically focus on staples such as pho, bánh mì, and grilled entrées served with rice or vermicelli.

Overall, Pho Minh & Grill is a reliable neighborhood restaurant if you’re craving a warm bowl of pho or classic Vietnamese dishes. The food is flavorful, the prices are reasonable, and it’s a comforting place for a satisfying meal.“

“When it’s cold and rainy or you just want some hot food to warm you up or test if you’s taste still works!!! Best place to be“

“Wanted to try the authentic-ness of the place I like it and i would go again, I would definitely recommend some people cos' you know everyone has different taste buds Lol , and their customer service was awesome 🖒“

“Fresh and Yummy Banh Mi Sandwiches!!“

“Their menu is very simple but the food is great! I love their soup(s)!“

“Excelente comida 🥘 y atención“

“So my roommates and I try new pho spots all the time, and this is one of the best spots we've been to in a while. The broth is herby, and just full of nice flavors it's not just the meat. The meat is also fantastic. The staff,
(I believe the owners?) we're an absolute delight. They cracked jokes with us, gave us recommendations, showed us a way to mix the sauces we hadn't already done. It was genuinely a great time and we will all be back.“

“We’ve been coming to this restaurant for years and today we loved it even more. They are making some changes on the menu and the restaurant itself. Costumer service is amazing!! Sam and Chris are so kind. We had a great experience and we’ll comeback soon for sure!!:)“

“Food came out quickly. Good quality.“

“We tried this restaurant two nights ago, for the first time. I called and placed an order, it was ready in like 15 minutes for pick up. Brought it home and devoured every bite! We got the BBQ Pork rice plate, BBQ Chicken rice plate, steak Pho, and egg rolls. It was enough for my husband, two of my children, and myself. It was absolutely delicious!“

“Absolutely the most of the most! The veggies are abundant fresh and crispy. the pork is tender and flavorful and the tiny rice noodles are hot and well cooked. they serve it with large lettuce leaves that you wrap all the goodies up as a Vietnamese burrito. and dip it into a flavorful sauce called fish sauce but it is not fishy and does not taste like fish. Tops! Every dish is tops. and the soups are also fun to try. A fun meal pretty much describes the Saigon Restaurant. Thank you, Victor. He's the top cheese there. I'm so happy this restaurant survived the pandemic.“

“Authentic Vietnamese place serving only 4 dishes. But if you like made to order banh cuon (steamed rice rolls), cha lua (steamed pork loaf), or best of all, gio chien (fried pork paste), you really won’t be disappointed. These simple items are much better than what’s available elsewhere because of the ingredients and because of their freshness. Yum!

Note: You can reheat the fried pork paste in an air fryer at home and it still tastes good, but when it just comes out, the smell of it is so irresistible!“

“Authentic and delicious. Definitely my go to when it comes to catering and lunch when I’m in the area“

“Sipz Vegetarian Fusion Café in Clairemont is DELICIOUS! And ALL vegetarian! That’s right none of this is meat!! BBQ Chicken Appetizer and Tangy Orange Protein: "Chicken" Spice Level: Not Spicy (I forgot to take pictures before starting to eat sooo they give you more than what’s in the photos 🤣) You can even customize which type of protein you want and spice level so you get what you really want! And it is SO yummy!! I haven’t had Chinese in SO long!! ❤️“

“Small venue. Excellent Vietnamese coffee served. Restrooms available. Big screen TV available for viewing. Lotto card scratcher machine located inside. Hot Spot available as well. Live music on weekends. Owner is very nice. Lots of regulars. Always busy. Clean atmosphere. Serves food upon request. Beer also served nights & weekends. Always satisfied.“

“Excellent 🍲 Pho, the spring rolls are very good. The place is small but very cozy.“

“Went to dinner with family last night and had amazing experience. We ordered the spring rolls, lemonade, Vietnamese coffee, chicken pho for our kiddo and rare/well done steak for ourselves. Portions are huge, pho is incredibly flavorful, and to this day they serve the best Vietnamese coffee I have tried from any Pho restaurant in SD (and I have tried many)!!! Restaurant was busy (you know it's good when the restaurant be crowded), but they served us fairly quickly and staff were very sweet. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for great Pho place near Spring Valley Area.“

“Canh bun is the best in town“

“The best authentic Vietnamese"banh mi" in Southern California. I live in LA, but every time I travel to San Diego, Paris Bakery is always my first place to visit. They have a variety type of Banh mi with reasonable price, their tastes are always delicious.“

“Đồ ăn ngon, phục vụ rất nhiệt tình :)“