50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near National City

“I loved !!! great food and service“

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

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

“good food and awesome customer service“

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

“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!“

“Classic..................“

“I’ve been to so many pho spots and none have compared to this place.! it’s so calm and relaxed inside as well n they had so many options to choose from. Me n my boyfriend wanted pho because of his wisdom teeth removal so we couldn’t try a lot of things on the menu but we will genuinely come back to try them they all looked so good! the price was great for what i had as well it was 26$ for both of us and we got so full“

“Food is good. They have 75 page menu, definitley can get lost in it. The cost on the Google serach is misleading. Most, if not all of the starters are > $20. The main course is also upwards of $25, some in the mid 30's. Portion sizes can be little more generous as the cost is high (IMO). The restaurant does provide complimentary dessert (not sure if they offer it to all the customers) our 1st time to the restaurant.“

“Good food and good service as always!! We went every time when we were in San Diego. This restaurant high recommend 😋“

“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.“

“Good service, good atmosphere, great food“

“Great food and a wonderful dining experience“

“Good authentic food. Great service“

“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!“

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

“The pho is really good here. It comes out piping hot and the broth is rich and beefy. The amount of noodles you get use to be adequate but seems less so as of late. The only big problem about this place is the limited parking. Their lot in the back only fit about 3-4 cars while the front shared space only has room for maybe 5. Don't even try to park in other property lots such as the liquor store. The owner watches the camera like a hawk and will not hesitate to call the tow truck.“

“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“

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

“Fresh and Yummy Banh Mi Sandwiches!!“

“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.“

“Phine ass pho and women ya digg“

“The banh mi sandwiches are always wonderful and a dollar or two more than a McDonalds burger. Grilled pork and pork belly sandwiches are all I’ve ever had here (in 20 visits). Some day I’ll branch out 😀“

“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.“

“They have great vegetarian options and I haven’t been disappointed with a single dish. Very delicious!“

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

“Awe man - I love this place, I would go to my grave saying it’s probably my favorite Pho place…… but, I had to leave a comment to tell you guys… as a soup restaurant, you really really really should be using containers for to go orders that don’t spill when slightly tipped. I was really upset to find a slightly tipped cup of soup completely emptied in my bag and soaked my car, which other food items - I mean cmon guys“

“Great food and fast service. If you’re crossing the US border, stop here before continuing your way home or heading to the airport—you won’t regret it. Great prices and good portions of food make it definitely worth your money.“

“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 🖒“

“Canh bun is the best in town“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“Excelente comida 🥘 y atención“

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

“Food is always worth the trip“

“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.“

“I’ve been to a lot of restaurants in San Diego, but my mouth is literally watering while I’m writing this review 😂 Pho Time is the name of FLAVOR! The broth was rich and well seasoned, everything tasted incredible. The portions were HUGE for the short rib 🤤 As I was leaving, I was looking at the menu planning what I’ll ordering next time. I’ll be back 100%“

“Amazing customer service! Great hospitality, Minh made us feel comfortable and welcomed . I came here straight from the hospital been sick out severe tonsillitis and with that being said, I couldn’t eat for about six days. Everything irritated my throat, even when piece of banana even a cup of water, but Minh Guaranteed that the pho would help And so weird some jasmine tea I gave it a try and Sure enough I was able to eat a nice meal and suit my throat that has been swollen for more than a week and causing me fevers. I am so thankful and full“

“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.“

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

“I ordered Thai style Hot Pot
It was delicious. Broth thick in flavor and various veggie topping.
I ate Mr. Trieu Tran for years before this Mai’s Kitchen opened.
I believe he does Authentic Vietnamese Food better than American-style food.“

“The spring rolls (Chicken & Shrimp) with peanut sauce were amazing, and the sandwich was absolutely delicious. The Thai tea was one of the best I’ve ever had! The restaurant was also very clean, which I always appreciate. I’ll definitely recommend this spot to family and friends.“