50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in San Francisco

“Everything we ordered was good. In fact we couldn’t eat it all. Your pizza was so delish! Never had chow fun wrapped up in little rolls but it was pretty good. Your shaking beef salad was good too. Definitely a dining experience in Asian fusion!“

“Very authentic and reasonably priced. Tasty too!“

“The sandwiches are so good and so reasonably priced but I came at 11:50 on a Friday and waited 35 min for 2 sandwiches.

People call ahead and order like 10 things and there seems to only be one or two people in the kitchen so it can get extremely backed up. The really nice gentleman taking orders is very detailed and checks each order which also super slows things down.

Call ahead for your order or come before 11:30, or after 1pm. Otherwise it’s a complete disaster.“

“Absolutely incredible crabs. I'm not very experienced with crab restaurants, but everything here was delicious. I wish I lived in the bay area to go again some time! Only issue was a mostly vegetarian friend got the mango salad and didn't expect it to be 90% mango and 10% greens. Everything else was pure perfection.“

“ordered the raw beef pho and pork chops rice + egg rolls!
i loved how chewy the noodle was and soup was great too;
pork chops were seasoned well and very tasty
egg rolls were well baked and loved how large it was
service was great and atmosphere was lively
would say the place is very good for its price!“

“great sandwich. the best in the city“

“Delicious garlic crab and noodles“

“With its friendly atmosphere, great food, and its gracious portions Yummy Yummy is a hidden gem of SF's Sunset district. Despite not having the fame of its neighbors this family owned phó spot will always be my go to for a nice warm meal, and great company. My wife and I have been coming here for years and not once have we ever had a bad meal. Upon entering you're greeted with a smile and the lovely aroma of home-cooked Vietnamese comfort food. Monday and Tuesday they are closed but please stop by for the best Pho in the city. I always recommend the #1 ( a beef broth Pho) and the #8 ( a beef and peanut broth Pho) and if you need a pick-me-up the Vietnamese iced coffee will keep you going for hours.
If you have a peanut allergy this place is not for you.

Dietary restrictions: Not peanut allergy friendly“

“my family is visiting san fran and had a great experience here. owner is caring and kind, went above and beyond to accommodate a peanut allergy and a large group, made a personal connection with us.
the world needs more people like this!
delicious food as well, spring rolls, garlic noodles, chicken, were highlights!“

“This is a gem of a place. A small diner, but they know their food. Authentic and inexpensive. Go check them out.“

“Ordered the OG#3 and crispy pork belly. Seems like the $20 sandwich is becoming a thing (looking at you flour + water).

The pork maintains its crispy skin but the portion I got was quite oversalted. The sliced cucumber does little to balance that out, there's a lack of acidity. The pork is not dry, but not juicy either.

OG#3 was more balanced, at least a bit of acidity. The mayo and maybe pate was nice too- there was richness but I say maybe pate because you don't really taste liver or umami. The cold cuts seemed fresh and were on the lighter side. There's something pickled in here thankfully. Milder sandwich than the pork belly.

Sandwiches are reasonably sized for a healthy portion, which means maybe undersized for $20. The bread is very airy and squishes down, but the outside crust does seem to require some tearing through, it doesn't bite through easily. I respect the approach to modernize and perhaps bring higher quality ingredients to the table, oddly the execution of individual components seems to be mostly fine but the actual balance of the recipes is lacking.“

“HELLA GOOD!!!!❤️“

“We had an amazing dining experience at Saigon BBQ Noodle House! The staff was incredibly kind and welcoming, especially to our 4-year-old and 7-month-old. It’s not every day you meet such genuinely great people who go out of their way to make your meal enjoyable. The spring rolls were absolutely to die for, and the pho was so flavorful—every bite was perfect. Such a fantastic place with both delicious food and warm, friendly service. We’ll definitely be back!

Kid-friendliness: Saigon BBQ Noodle House is incredibly kid-friendly, and we had such a delightful experience there! The staff was wonderful, interacting with our 7-month-old baby and being so kind to our 4-year-old. One of the employees even mentioned having a nephew the same age, which made for a sweet and heartwarming conversation. It’s rare to find a place where the staff genuinely engages with your kids, making them feel just as welcome as the adults. We left with full hearts and full stomachs—such a great spot for families“

“"Well, hot diggity dog, if Banh Mi Viet ain’t the tastiest thing since a Texas barbecue, I don’t know what is! This here banh mi’s got bread that’s crispier than a tumbleweed in the desert and soft as a summer breeze on the inside. And the fillings? Shoot, they’re fresher than a daisy in spring and pack more flavor than a cowboy cookout! The mix of savory meats, pickled veggies, and that zesty sauce’ll have your taste buds doing the Texas two-step! The folks workin’ here are friendlier than a critter at a country fair, and they whip up your order faster than a jackrabbit on a hot skillet. If y’all want a sandwich that’ll knock your boots off, Banh Mi Viet’s the spot, y’all! Yeehaw!"“

“Best option on this side of town. BBQ+Pate is my favorite here.“

“It's located in a slightly dangerous place, but it's not dangerous if you go straight into the store! The menu is diverse and the rice noodles are delicious~~~!

The portions were plentiful and the pho itself was delicious, so I went twice during my stay in San Fran! The second time, I ate the spring roll, and I was very satisfied because the filling was good and the sauce was delicious!!!!

Be sure to stop by when you want to eat rice noodles.“

“Food very tasty n freshly made quick service friendly staff“

“I have been coming to this restaurant for 25 years…how many restaurants can you say that about?? Food is delicious!!“

“Food is just amazing. Our server John/Jon is so lovely. Filipino owned. Very welcoming and amazing. My favorite spot eversince it opened“

“I recommend this place to all my friends and families. Good food and fast services“

“AMAZING. Accommodated our large table and made sure we had an awesome steamboat experience. Everyone was so friendly and we had more than enough food, with plenty left
Over. Then it only set us back $40 each! We will be back often :)“

“I happened to be passing by and entered the store.
Banh Mi may look like a lot of food, but it has a lot of vegetables, so you won't feel full and can finish the whole meal.
Pho is also available, and the menu is extensive.“

“Excellent Vietnamese sandwiches in SSF with reasonable prices. Ordered Crispy Duck Sandwiches ($11) and Combo Pork ($8)- wonderful balance of pickled veggies and protein. Devoured sandwiches instantly and was a hit for everyone. Crispy duck sandwich rates 10/10.“

“Huge portion, tasty food, interesting decor. Tried the rice chicken platter which comes with Thai style vinegar based soup and salad.It's a decent place. You will not be leaving this place hungry that's for sure. Give it a try ?? .“

“Everyone has their favorite pho spot and PPQ has been mine for 20+ years. My go-to is the pho ga (chicken), which always comes out piping hot (a def must!). There's just the right amount of noodles and they never get mushy. The service is efficient. I'm never disappointed with a visit to PPQ!“

“Best pho I've had in the city. Very fresh and tasty right by my work and where I stay“

“Best service and congeniality! Loved our crispy tofu bun mee sandwich!!!! perfection! This is a MUST EAT spot on the Filmore or when flying out or into sfo. Thank you again for your service and delicious over the top food-dont forget the crispy sweet potato fries! Yum.“

“It had my lips smacking, stayed down the street from this place almost 4 months and just now got to try it.I would definitely bring friends next time“

“SUPER ! Nous y avons très bien mangé, choix et qualité ! Allez y les yeux fermés :-)“

“The best Vietnamese food in the Bay Area! Prices are excellent. Get the Number 5 to sample everything. I would come here at least one a week if I lived nearby! Order to go if you don’t want to sit in the tiny 10-person space. The food is worth it!“

“I stopped here for lunch while the neighborhood and I’m so glad I did! The broth with my vegetarian spicy pho was flat out delicious. Lots of restaurants skimp on veggie broth but this one is deeply flavored - I finished the whole bowl. Add to that the vegan shrimp, ‘fish’ cake and ‘meat’ and you can tell someone put a lot of thought into all the details. I will definitely be back!

Vegetarian options: Flavorful, complex and delicious vegetarian options.“

“Food was incredible, very fresh and authentic. Just be wary of the local streets, we made the mistake of walking through O'Farrell to get to this restaurant. On a positive the food was worth the risk of getting mugged and watching people use needles.“

“This place is the truth. I keep ordering the same thing - pork vermicelli with the extra side of rolls - and it is so, so good every time. I'll have to try some other items! Plenty of food (I'm a big eater), good price and friendly service. Enthusiastic 5 stars.“

“Typical Mom and Pop breakfast place. I only gave it 3 stars for atmosphere because it's an older restaurant in a wild location in San Francisco's Tenderloin district. The prices are really good and the food is as good as you'll get at any diner. If you're hungry and in the area it's a great place.“

“My Favorite quick lunch spot in this area.Generous portion(Banh Mi only), quick service(when you order online), inexpensive($10 in SF Downtown?! Only this place) tangy and tasty Banh Mi & Bowl.Among their various product, 5 spices Banh Mi / Shrimp Bowl(with Extra Noodle and Extra Fish Sauce) are my best.Vietnamese coffee is also good, I barely order it as my company has a coffee machine though...“

“Best Bahn mi I’ve ever had in my life. Everything about this sandwich hit the spot, fresh bread, fresh veggies, and the chicken was 1 of 1.
I love the quaint atmosphere and friendly people that work here. I’m about to order another one soon as they open“

“Friendly staff and good food“

“Came by on a Friday for lunch since I heard this is when they have their Hainan chicken available on the menu. The restaurant was thankfully not too crowded when we went so it was quick to get a table and service was great! The Hainan chicken was plenty flavorful and the sauce that they provide gives it an additional layer of flavor that pairs nicely with the rice and pickled vegetables. By far my favorite Hainan chicken spot as of yet! Definitely want to come back and try more items next time.

Parking: Limited spots on the street depending on time of day“

“The Bun Cha Ha Noi is better than the Bun Cha I had in Hanoi. Legitimately the best Vietnamese food I've had since Vietnam. They're friendly, quick, and authentic. I struggle to find Bun Cha in the US since it's a northern dish, and I shouldn't have to explain why Northern Vietnamese cuisine is so rare here. Second time I've found it in the United States and it did not disappoint. I'll be stopping by every time I come to San Francisco.

Dietary restrictions: They asked me multiple times if I had allergies. First when we sat down, then again anytime they brought us anything with any sort of allergen. If you have an allergic reaction here, it's on you. They won't let you order anything that could cause a reaction without asking if you're allergic.“

“Solid place for banh mi - this is the best spot I’ve tried in the Bay so far. The banh mi is extra thick and stuffed full, so a half sandwich would be sufficient for lunch. I like that there’s a decent amount of seating inside, so it doesn’t feel too crowded despite it being a small space. Service is pretty fast at this place too, so even if there’s a line, it’s not a long wait time to get your food.“

“There was a small wait during a weekend lunch, like 5-10min. The host/owner was very friendly! The food didn't take too long but wasn't super fast (not like a pho restaurant where it's just cooked ahead of time) so it felt more freshly made.

I ordered the dry noodles with braised duck leg. It came with a side of broth. The portions are large and the food was delicious! I would come back here again. I also got the fresh soy milk, which was in a smaller cup than I expected. Still good though.

They were very attentive. Our table was missing the jalapeno jar. which my friend likes. They must have seen us looking for it because they brought it over right away without us asking.

Small restaurant but doesn't feel claustrophobic or loud“

“Little mom and pop shop for some delicious pho. I was really craving pho and glad i stopped here. The broth was so good that we didnt need to add anything in! Vermicelli noodles were also delicious. The viet ice coffee is strong but perfect!“

“Fantastic and very reasonably priced banh mi place. Really good quality food and very much a mom and pop shop that earns its keep. Really great customer service. Helped customers with a smile even though it was a few minutes before closing. Cash/zelle only. Will be back!“

“delish good great owner kim“

“Super delicious Vietnamese restaurant and I would highly recommend anything and everything on the menu. Ordered the Bun Thit Bo Xao (lemongrass beef noodles without broth) and mango salad (which includes pork belly and shrimp). The lemongrass beef was plentiful and super tender, a great fish sauce based dressing on the side and plenty of veggies and noodles to pair with the beef. The mango salad is a must get, tender and plump pork belly, snappy fresh shrimp, sweet succulent mangoes. I would come back anytime.“

“Unique foods with great taste. The quality in overall is high“

“My new favorite combo pho spot. They’re from the PQ islands ?. Good portion and good price, enjoy! Def taking all my interns and friends here. Coming here can be risky so always keep your head on a swivel and come during the day!

Hope yall try this place, cuz it’s my go to combo pho spot during lunch time.
Ig@blacktigereats ?? ?“

“we are from San Diego and found this place on yelp. The name itself peaked my interest. must say, sandwiches, spring rolls, Thai tea and Vietnamese coffee were to die for. will come back soon.“

“Wow! Real great find! Has a wide variety Vietnamese menu at reasonable prices with very good and quick service!
No frills but looked busy with many locals enjoying their lunch! We both liked our food and would happily return!
There were signs indicating they only take MasterCard & Visa, so probably no AMEX here. Also, looked like they had a $10 minimum to use a credit card, but that's not really hard to meet.“