50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near San Lorenzo

“Superb service, lots of options, I tried bun bo hue it was decent but missing pig feet. Big portions I got large and super fast. Overall great place to come to if you need to be in and out quick, they also have a wide selection of Vietnamese food“

“GreT food and good service. Prices good too.“

“Pho was great! Order was ready quickly compared to another spot I had tried to order from. I love having the option to select beef broth with my veggie pho! The soft fried tofu in the veggie pho was so good!! The grilled shrimp and pork spring rolls were delish too! Will definitely be back - nice to have so close to my home!“

“Mr. Ho a absolutely nice guy ho in Chinese is good we at a Vietnamese place. Our favorite place PhoKing food good and service recommended.

Parking: Convience for shopping area

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly and dog friendly outside seating

Wheelchair accessibility: The front has a little ramp to make it easy for those needing it“

“Good place . First time there and for sure we will be back. Pho was on point . Wife’s vegan pho was on point.“

“Just a fantastic little Vietnamese spot. While their pho is fantastic, and well worth ordering, the menu also features less standard fare like goat soups and various other specialties (I love the peanut noodle soup, which I order with mixed noodle). Efficient, friendly service and a clean, simple atmosphere.“

“I love Pho Vy! The environment is always very friendly and welcoming. Mom and pop shop located in Little Saigon. They have off menu items along with their variety of goodies on existing menu. My go to’s is their bun bo hue, bun rieu, bo kho, rice plates and all of their appetizers. Always a supporter of local mom and pop shops.“

“I’m sad that I have just found this spot and was missing out for so long. The sandwiches are huge and heavy (I normally split my sandwich). I would recommend calling in your order, as it normally takes 20 mins to make.

Our favorite sandwiches:

- Grilled Pork Vietnamese Sandwich: My favorite sandwich! Packed with tons of flavor but balanced with the pickled veggies
- Combo Vietnamese Sandwich
- Meatball and Egg Vietnamese Sandwich

I’m excited to try the whole menu eventually.“

“I tried their Mango Salad and highly recommend it to open up your appetite and start your meal!

I had their Special Combo - Pho Dac Biet, which includes rare steak, well-done flank, brisket, tendon, tripe, and meatball noodle soup. The broth has a unique taste, leaning towards the sweeter side compared to other pho I've had before. It's definitely worth a try! The portion is huge, and the price is really decent and affordable.

There's a small parking lot behind the restaurant available for customers!“

“The food is delicious no matter what you eat, The owner goes above the call of duty to make you welcome! Great hospitality love it !!“

“You know a place is good when you see a fire truck parked outside and paramedics eating inside. This restaurant has a standard Vietnamese menu with pho, bun, rice plates and bahn mi. There is indoor and outdoor seating so it’s not as cramped as other Vietnamese restaurants. Very tasty food and their bahn mi are nice and toasty. Plenty of parking and convenient if visiting Costco, Walmart or Kaiser nearby.“

“Back when they still had their location in Chinatown, this was the only place I’d buy Banh Mi sandwiches before they went mainstream. We’ve been their customer for almost 30 years.

Now that they only have this location open, we STILL only go here to buy Banh Mi sandwiches. It’s pretty much the best in Nor Cal.“

“First timers! Bahn Mi's were so good! customer service was very courteous, and quick. Food was delicious, portions were worth the price. Soups looked amazing also!“

“This is hands down the best place for Vietnamese sandwiches! I even drive the extra 25 minutes from home to come here at least once a month, if not more. They did raise their prices a bit, but it's understandable in this economy.

Parking: Free parking at the shopping center.“

“I had The Combo Pho and took a Combo Bahn Mi to go.. Both very good and the bread for the bahn Mi was fresh. Also had a Thai Tea very good!“

“We have loved this restaurant for over 20 years. The quality and flavor of the food is exceptional. My husband is Vietnamese and we have lived in Vietnam so we know what we're talking about. I love to order Bun Thit Nuong... which is marinated grilled pork over vermicelli rice noodles with fresh herbs and salad. My husband loves their soups. Today he Bun Ba Hue, which is a spicy beef soup from the Hue region of Vietnam with rice noodles.

This restaurant does not have an affiliation with the other one by the same name next to Lake Merritt.“

“Enjoyed the atmosphere of the restaurant, was provided excellent service and hospitality, and the food was amazing.“

“Super clean place, warm stuff and delicious food.
I tried it for the first time today, I got the Pad Thai and 3 spring rolls (two shrimp, one veggie).

My food was made in ten minutes, the Pad Thai had peanuts, scallions and tofu. I added some lime and it made it perfect! Very tasty!

The spring rolls herbs and shrimp were super fresh and served with a side of delicious peanut sauce, perfect sweet-savory balance.

$8 for the Pad Thai that is definitely 2 meals bulk, and $7.50 for the spring rolls, a great meal for $20 with tip. I will definitely come back!“

“This place was delicious and the food here was great, this may have been the best Vietnamese food I have ever had. I may have had to drive 7-8 hours to get here but it was all worth it, I would recommend this place to everyone because the French fries were also very good. This place serves the food very fast and it was absolutely delicious 5 stars and will come back again.“

“Excellent food! The Pho was amazing clear and so yummy! Can’t wait to try more items on the menu; next time!“

“I am Laotian and can speak that the food here is authentic. My go to place! Like coming home to a home cooked Laotian meal. In the back cooking your food are aunties and grandmas, no wonder the food is so delicious and authentic. Love this place!!!“

“Everything was amazing, the vermicelli pork, the egg rolls, the steak and brisket pho! The large pho was more than enough for 3 people plus the two other plates, it was too much but happy to be able to enjoy tomorrow! Will definitely be coming back!“

“Nothing on the menu disappoints, and there are a number of dishes that aren’t exactly common in Vietnamese restaurants in the US.

The grilled pork is really something else, though. Trying it for the first time was like a great first date; I couldn’t stop thinking about it.“

“Good food and great environment, a little far from home to go very often.“

“Overall food experience is 5/5 Great customer service. Generous portions for it's value. Great aesthetics it was newly renovated - comfy dining chairs and clean restrooms. The owner was very approachable and she really love the community.“

“This place is such a sweet little cozy place. Basic interior but really comfortable. We found the food to be very good and very fresh tasting. A sweet little spot on the main strip. Worth checking out truly enjoyed.

Kid-friendliness: Kids menu“

“THE BEST PHO AND SERVICE HANDS DOWN! Born and raised out here, been to all the pho spots and we have a-lot of good ones but this one is my favorite. Once a week two #19s is what gets me through the week haha. Great portion and high quality meat always. Thank you Pho Mekong!!“

“Great neighborhood Vietnamese Food. I had the BBQ pork plate and was impressed by the quality, however I felt that the portion size was a little on the smaller end.

The atmosphere feels like an old school hole in the wall Vietnamese restaurant.

Would recommend !

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“Cool drinks, yummy baked goods, awesome staff, sweet vibe. A real neighborhood joint with lots of great choices, including not just bona fide Vietnamese phin coffee, but also vegan and caffeine-free options. They also have boba, pudding, and jelly add-ins, with coconut, pandan, ube, and black sesame items. Just do it :)“

“Best banh mi place to go to in Oakland for decades. Been going here and their old location for decades. Very fine tuned business that is able to pass on savings to customers as opposed to other stores that keeps marking up. Very yummy, fresh, and reasonably priced.

Vegetarian options: Has spring roll options and bread options.

Parking: Beind the store. Pretty spacious, especially since there is a free parking on street too.“

“I think it's the best place in Hayward, or the Bay Area rather- to eat Bun Chả Cá Lã Vọng (Grilled Fish Chunks, made in the style of the street Lã Vọng, where this dish is believed to have originated from). Even if you have a dislike for fish plates like myself, but perhaps would like to dine with a fish lover or enthusiast- this is the dish, and this would be the place!“

“They have an entirely vegetarian menu that has a large variety of dishes that they will make completely vegan. I ordered bean rolls and a vermicelli plate. All of it was good. I was able to dine with my husband, who isn't a vegetarian, and he liked his food too. So this place is a good place to take friends who aren't vegan or vegetarian. The staff members are incredibly friendly and helpful.“

“Great combo beef Phô (all the good stuff, including tripe and tendon), a large amount of meat, plus your choice of noodles... I got egg noodles and loved it.

Served in under 5 minutes...

... Huge bowl, delicious ? broth.

Considering how expensive going out to eat is today, this is the best phô deal around.

I highly recommend this restaurant... It deserves a higher score on Google.“

“The staff is always attentive and the food is very yummy!

They have a very good menu. Lots of pho and rice options with a good amount of drinks too.

The seating area is quite roomy and they're super accommodating when we eat as a family of 7.“

“Excellent food excellent service . Cari is the BEST!“

“They have delicious food and drinks. I got the house special vermicelli bowl and it was so delicious and it even came with fish sauce. I also had the french fries and a can of coconut juice which were really good.

At the table they have a bottle of sriracha sauce, a bottle of hoisin suace, and a clear container of what I assume is chili oil with a little spoon to serve it.

The server is nice. There are lots of tvs for watching sports and some cool lights on the wall. There are plenty of tables with a booth on one side and chairs on the other. There is also a bar that faces 3 tvs.

Vegetarian options: They have vegetarian entrees and appetizers.

Parking: It is in the downtown area, so you can park in front of if or across the street or nearby.

Kid-friendliness: It is not kid-friendly, it is a bar.“

“Excellent food and excellent service. I love their Cho Chi Fish Fillet curry among a bunch of items on the menu.“

“Love 💕 the food here always yummy and tasty , great customer service, all the staff here nice and friendly, the great place think of when I hang out with my friends…..delicious boba drinks 🍹“

“Great service - very on top of getting orders, making sure you have water and food came out fast. Clean eating area, well lit and comfortable. Food was good but nothing remarkable

Parking: Street parking and a parking lot just half a block away“

“Pho broth is still consistent. Have been eating there for decades except recent years. After trying out their number one, broth is still good. Warning, cash only so make sure have enough and beware of your surroundings since it's in Oakland. Lots of crime by blacks these days. We know why.

Parking: Limited free parking. If there is no more parking it can be hard to find parking during peak hours.“

“Ngon 😍cung đậm chất Việt Nam“

“I came in to the restaurant after my bag from another restaurant had ripped and asked for some bags. Not only did they not even hesitate to give me some but also were very kind and helpful. Thank you again, I can’t wait to come back and try your food, it looked so good!

Edit: came back to try the food and it was delicious!!“

“Vegan Donut Gelato is PHENOMENAL! My wife and I loved our brief stop this week. The donuts are massive and well worth the price. Friendly service and the woman who served us was great. Highly recommended!“

“A convenient lunch destination after arriving on Oakland Airport and heading southbound toward Fremont. If you are a soup noodle lover, this is great place, good selection on noodle type, combo of proteins and good selections on drinks. Good comfort food after getting off the airport.“

“I love the broth!!!! I can tell that you must have braised the broth forever since the broth was so good. I was busy each time my husband wanted to take me so I asked him to buy to go. OMG a I opened the door coming home to smell Pho all over my home. It felt as if I was at the restaurant. The aroma was pho-Ing good!!! The meat was pho-tastic.and I love the huge volume of onions and fresh tasking ginger in every bite. If you love pho or if you love noodles or if you love food, then you must visit this Pho Thin Ha Noi - pho-ing good.“

“The best pho / Vietnamese place in the area. We stumbled upon this cute place en route home and loved the food. Super quick service, fresh delicious food, polite, caring host & server who took her time to explain the dishes. Even though we entered to sit & eat right at about closing time, service was amazing!

Vegetarian options: Not too many vegetarian options“

“This is the UC OG spot for Pho.

The real ones know.

If u a hater miss this place!

Maybe some of ya’ll should treat the staff the way you want to be treated cause I see ya’ll come in sideways here all the time! Check yourself before you wreck yourself!“

“Missing the Daly City branch. I'm so glad my favorite pho place is in east bay now. Beef stew is my go to lots of meat. For the way pho restaurants charge nowadays I would say this place is fairly priced. No automatic gratuity. Nice parking space. Really must try“

“Good stuff. Try the fried chicken leg meal. For 14.99 you get rice, a fried egg, a whole fried chicken leg, some pickles and lettuce, a large egg roll and a small bowl of broth. The chicken was cooked nicely and everything tasted great.
The chicken is cooked to order.

This is the Chinese Vietnamese version of Jollibee, but it tastes better.

The waitresses were attentive and friendly
Will will return.“

“Love their food,just need to be more attentive to their customers“