50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Los Gatos

“If I’m in the mood for Pho or a Banh mi, this is the first place I head to. The broth of the pho is rich, flavorful and has clearly been simmering for hours. The Banh mi are made with the correct crunchy French bread, giving you a real substantial sandwich to wrap your lips around. The vegetables are always super fresh and crunchy too.“

“The Beef Pho is amazing and the Vietnamese Tacos are so flavorful“

“The Beef Pho is amazing and the Vietnamese Tacos are so flavorful“

“Really good, authentic Vietnamese food. Shame people don't know about it, or they would have access to really great, fresh, and tasty pho and banh mi. Popcorn chicken had fried basil, it was out of this world.Can't wait to try everything else“

“everything is delicious!!! skewers, drumsticks and the bun Bo hue is the BEST!!!“

“Such a great spot!!!!!

The vibe is lovely, the staff are friendly, and the food is delicious. We tried the chicken kaffir salad, pho, and jumbo prawn garlic noodles—everything was so flavorful. We’ll definitely be back soon!“

“A lovely spot for anyone craving authentic Vietnamese food. The dishes are full of flavor and clearly made with care. Portions are just right, and the pricing is more than fair for the quality you get.

The staff are friendly, fast, and attentive, which adds to the overall relaxed and welcoming vibe.

The interior could use some refreshing—the chairs and overall decor feel a bit worn and dated. That said, the experience is still very positive, and the food absolutely makes up for it. Worth a visit if you’re in the area!“

“I went to pick up some food for an elderly resident and the staff were so wonderful. Not only was the food prepared quickly but as I waited, they brought me tea, which was delicious.
They then made sure that my “to go” order was packaged properly for easy transport.
The food looked amazing, the staff were great! Highly recommend.“

“I’ve been looking for a good local bánh mì shop near me for a while. Happy to say that the food here didn’t disappoint. The baguette was fresh, crunchy, and very large. The curry chicken was very good, and the pickled sides were fresh and crunchy.

I also had a Vietnamese drip coffee, and it was well mixed with an excellent ratio of milk to coffee.“

“So the first time I went in Nov, found out that they only serve it with 1 egg instead of 2 that’s advertised. Still a lot of food for $20. Mine was really oily compared with my hubby’s, so I wasn’t able to clean my plate off with the bread. Came Dec on a Fri at 1p am they were closed! So bummed!! Craving for it all weekend so came back on Monday and had to wait a while bc they ran out of bread and had to go out to get more. Then found out afterwards that they substituted my xu mai for a piece of spam!! Oh well. Still yummy. Gave them one less star for the inconsistency. You order at the counter and they give you buzzer to come back in 10-15 mins to pick up. Not much of a customer service, 1 lady and 1 man working, since they are so busy cooking it fresh to order hot and sizzling for the cold food court, lol. It’s a great $20 meal that comes with hot tea and salad too!“

“Perfect for a rainy day! The beef pho was fresh and savory, and the broth was perfect. The owners went around to each table to chat. They told us they use no MSG (except fish sauce) and no additives to the menu, all whole foods!

Thanks @Pho John!“

“KV Noodle
KV Noodle is a casual spot known for its flavorful Asian noodle dishes and quick service. The menu offers a variety of noodle soups, stir-fries, and rice bowls with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Portions are generous, and prices are reasonable, making it a good choice for a fast, satisfying meal. The ambiance is simple and unpretentious, ideal for a casual lunch or dinner. Overall, a solid option for noodle lovers craving authentic, tasty Asian comfort food.“

“This authentic Pho cafe had a busy atmosphere with many people dining in & picking up. The place didnt look too shabby nor displaced in any way. They had Viet music when we arrived (which are the best), Noticed there were older folks running the place, bussing tables and taking orders along with serving the tables. If I had to guess this place may have been here for a bit. Maybe thats why its busy the time we stopped by. The food was medium bold, but the bowl was a bit smaller than what im used to. The priced average with every pho place out there. Plenty of veg to add to the bowl and was nice and clean from what I observed. Would I come back? Yes, no doubt. Would I recommend yes. Why the 4 stars again medium bold taste with smaller size pho bowl than usual. But worth to discover and add it to your list of go to's. BTW many other dishes were offered. Some come try it out and fill this place up, REGULARLY.“

“Delicious food, deverse menu, and very fast service. I have nothing to complain about.“

“Great place to book for private party, clean and friendly environment“

“Friendly. Excellent customer service!“

“Your local, not-so-hidden gem. If you're into fresh tofu, soy milk, or legit viet snacks, Hung Vuong Tofu is the spot.

Tucked away in an unassuming plaza in San Jose, this place is small but always busy and for good reason.

This no frills spot is basically a grab and go. The service is fast and efficient but don't expect an amazing atmosphere and sit down vibes. This is not what the spot is about.

Their house made tofu is amazing. The silken tofu is sooooo silky. The fried tofu is crispy on the outside and custardy on the inside. Don't forget to grab soy milk, as well.

Overall, this is a great spot to get your tofu and soy milk in San ose.“

“Very delicious food and nice place“

“Went to lunch here and oh my gosh the soup was absolutely delicious!! Bomb ox tail noodle soup never had pho with that meat before and it is scrumpcious!! Loved it!!! Totally recommend it!!“

“Delicious & #shrimplythebest shrimp garlic noodles & shrimp chow fun. Tender & tasty beef ribs pho & beef ribs sizzling🫶“

“This place has an amazingly diverse wide-ranging menu. So my review is just for the superb Saigon Crepe which is one of the two specialties listed on their menu. It showed tremendous preparation skills with high quality ingredients, and all SO fresh and delicious. The ambience, a former Denny's but upgraded, is nice and the service super attentive and timely.“

“A bit pricier than other pho restaurants in the area, but quality is also higher. If you want good pho, a nicer ambience with clean bathroom, this is the right place for you. The downside of this restaurant is that they don't really have vegetatian pho, but they do offer vegetarian vermicelli.
Location is convenient since it's located right in front of Walmart, if you need to get groceries done as well.“

“First visit and happily surprised. I had a small combination pho. The amount of meat and the quality was good and the flavor of the broth was delicious. Price is very reasonable and service was quick. I'll definitely be back to try some other dishes.“

“The BEST PHO ever!! 👌🏻 I ordered the pho with ribs and it’s so good and the broth it’s flavorful with a lot of meat which is high in quality! This place is 40 minutes away from me and I need to beg my husband to take me to this place again coz this pho is the best I’ve ever had! The owner of this restaurant are awesome, they really take good care of their customers and employees! ❤️ The place is clean and the service is awesome too 🫶🏼I hope you guys try the pho, rocket shrimp, spicy hue, tofu rolls, and korean bbq short ribs! You won’t regret it!👌🏻“

“Return here so many time because the food are so affordable and delicious. There are a few restaurants in the building, but I like Quan Hue the most simply because they're the best here. I also paired my meal with soy milk/corn milk from the neighboring restaurant, it's the best combo ever“

“I been shopping there for 22 Years I'd see nothing wrong with their business.“

“This place makes amazing pho with rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles. They also have plenty of other delicious dishes — from rice plates to vermicelli bowls — all made with care. Friendly staff and great vibes. A fantastic spot for Vietnamese comfort food.“

“Best on the menu - They use fresh herbs, balanced flavors (sweet, sour, salty, umami), and light but satisfying textures. Some of the top Vietnamese foods people consider the best include:
• Phở – The iconic noodle soup with beef or chicken, fresh herbs, lime, and chili.
• Bánh mì – A crispy French-style baguette stuffed with meats, pickled veggies, cilantro, and chili sauce.
• Bún bò Huế – A spicy beef noodle soup from Central Vietnam with lemongrass, pork, and thick noodles.
• Gỏi cuốn (spring rolls) – Fresh rice paper rolls with shrimp, pork, vermicelli, and herbs, served with peanut sauce.
• Cơm tấm – Broken rice with grilled pork chop, egg, and fish sauce.
• Cá kho tộ – Caramelized and braised fish in clay pot, savory and sweet.
• Chả giò – Fried spring rolls, crispy outside and savory inside.
• Hủ tiếu – A Southern-style noodle soup with clear broth and toppings like seafood or pork.“

“Tucked away on a small street, but wow Pho Garlic San Jose is a true hidden gem. Their specialty pho is incredible. The broth is rich, aromatic, and comforting, and the meat is tender without being chewy or too soft. The popcorn chicken is perfectly crispy with a light batter, not greasy at all. Every bite was satisfying. Parking is available in the lot behind the restaurant, which makes it very convenient. Definitely one of the best places for pho in the area. We’ll be back!“

“had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. The pho is incredibly delicious, with a rich and flavorful broth that tastes authentic and comforting. The noodles are perfectly cooked and the ingredients are fresh. Every bite feels satisfying. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who loves great pho.“

“A pretty solid pho restaurant in the area. The building is pretty unique, that's all on its own area in a plaza and it looks like a lot prettier prior to a renovation of some kind. It looks that they deleted off some of the walls and redid some of the seating and the colors of a little more muted too. At least there's a gumball machine. Speaking of which, they have an extensive menu with a lot of pho and rice dishes and even some sandwiches and even milk tea! I had to shaken beef and it came with some french fries that were crinkle cut and was not too bad! It was a little chewy even with the meat but it's okay, at least the onions and bell peppers wernt raw or anything else. I absolutely love their spring rolls! It's got the normal feelings like the noodles and the bean sprouts and the shrimp and chicken, but they also put a Chinese donut stick inside too! That made it a little crunchy and I really liked that! The price was also pretty good for the quantity that you received, which wasn't the same that I could say the same for every other dish here at $6. The shaken beef was $17... They also had a milk tea for $6. All of this was pretty easy to order and because there wasn't a lot of people today on a weekday service was really fast and easy. Payment is also easy too as you get up from your table to pay as well as obtain any takeout boxes as needed.“

“Great soup and atmosphere“

“Been wanting to try this spot for the longest but feel like I would be let down because Nam Vang on Alvin is elite and always a sj staple. Eventually gave it a shot because my brother went give his opinion. Came on a Monday around 5pm. No one in sight... we were the only ones there, which wasn't a good sign, service was great though.

Overall clean and your standard Vietnamese restaurant.

To the food! Man the #1 was honestly as good or little better than nam vang. I did it with broth today since my body needed some thing soupy from the weekend. Meat was very tender, soupy was cleansing my soul, and a lot of flavor from the dried shrimp and ground pork. Chinese donut was fresh it felt like. Only thing the meatball was not sticking together as much as I like (I like Nam vang meatballs better)

Glad I have this place a shot. Probably will go here again soon to try the non broth one.

Also heard it could be same family as owner of Nam Van, which would make sense.

I don’t understand why this place not busy. Maybe location issue. Feel like restaurants there don’t get enough foot traffic“

“Food is very good. Banh Mi sandwich is warm and soft on the inside, crunchy on the outside. Contents are flavored nicely. Chicken salad pretty good. Soups pretty good. Service is very weak. Had to walk up to the counter to ask for some sauces, which were promised but never delivered. An ordered item didn't get entered or delivered. Setting is nice but furniture is falling apart - chair felt like it was going to fail. I may go back, but it could be better.“

“Hole in the wall with the yummiest Hu Tieu in the Bay Area. Very authentic and taste just like something you’d get on the streets of Vietnam. The portion is Huge! I got #1 with soup on the side with a order of yutiao. It came with all the inners and seafood. 10/10 would recommend!
The building might be old, but the food has so much authenticity and vibe is immaculate. Chefs kiss.“

“I passed this restaurant all the time but never gave it any through. Being a rainy day, my wife wanted to try it. I had #5 on the menu, WOW !! Just like how mom uses to make it. It's an authentic original flavor from Vietnam. Not the fusion BS food that's pop-up restaurant is doing now a days. When I went to pay the bill, i looked in the kitchen and saw all the cooks were old in their 60s +, I understood why the flavors brought back memories of the pass. Yes, it's $$, but it's about the same as everywhere now.“

“Love this place !!! Great food very welcoming ! I recommend to anyone“

“Good food. Good price. Not only "banh cuon" but also other dishes are good. Our family is here almost every weekend.“

“Excellent service and food“

“The best food and service.“

“Some of the best Vietnamese food I have ever had!“

“The brisket is tender and juicy. Our go to comfort food with large portions. I love the open patio dining too.“

“I was surprised how tasty the chicken pho was: rich, satisfying broth with fresh, tasty chicken bits accompanied by all the usual fixings. I even enjoyed the (optional) liver and chicken skin - latter had a pleasantly chewy texture. Perfect comfort food for a cold, rainy day.“

“No frills vietnamese food. Reasonable price and portion ($16.99 for bun thit with pork and shrimp).

The grilled pork was seasoned most heavy but it's balanced out with the bun. The shrimp is just grilled without much seasoning which was fine by me but can see others wanting more seasoning (maybe a glaze of fish sauce at the end would be great).

I walked over from Valley Medical for a late lunch (3:30p) between regular meal hours and glad that they are open and has clean interior. They also offer some thai food, smoothie/milk tea, and Banh mi ($12.50)“

“So glad they’re open early. It’s a perfect spot for a comforting bowl of pho to start the day. The broth is rich and flavorful; you don’t need to add a thing. I also love the complimentary tea and the full set of condiments — even culantro, which is such a nice touch. Simple, delicious, and done right!“

“Our new go-to place for bánh cuốn (steamed rice rolls), bánh beo (việt savoury rice cake) and bánh ít tran (viet sticky rice dumplings).

It’s a small mom and pop shop but the quality is amazing. All the cakes and rolls are made to the right texture and not hardened when cooled down.

My husband and I tried various restaurants in San Jose and Orange county to find the right bánh cuốn (steamed rice rolls) and we were so surprised to find that the best option is so close to home!! Granted, at restaurants you get more toppings; but if you are only interested in the rolls, check out this place.

We normally re-steam rather than use microwave when serving the rice cakes and rolls at home for better texture and taste.“

“Very nice and good food I love it“

“One PHO place in the Bay Area. The Pho House Special is so good. Shrimp (jumble) Garlic noodle is the best. The spring rolls are always good. Very fresh and tasty. Modern Restaurant Concepts insides. Perfect place for private party.“

“OMG! I have been looking for this flavor for 3 years straight, from Canada to California. This tasted like the noodle soup stores in my grownup neighborhood back in my hometown. This brought back lots of fun memories from childhood.Their Shrimp Wonton Egg Noodle Soup and Shrimp Wonton with Egg Rice Noodle Soup were delicious. The Vietnamese iced milk coffee was strong ?The restaurant was quite small, so the seating was cramped. But, they had both indoor and outdoor seatings.

Vegetarian options: Don’t bother. There’s no vegetarian dishes here.

Kid-friendliness: Kid high chairs

Wheelchair accessibility: Better stay at outdoor seating because the indoor seating is quite cramped.“

“This is a must-try place for banh beo. I'm surprised that their banh beo tray are huge but it's only $30. And their banh are good! Will def come back and order more

Please be aware that this is a takeout place only! You can call ahead to order or order on the spot. I only waited 10' and my order was ready“