38 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near San Pablo

“Chang Thai is my favorite hidden gem. Small cozy Thai, Lao and Vietnamese cuisine.
Wife does all the cooking herself. Husband is very friendly and attentive. You will feel as if you’re visiting them at their house in Thailand! I love their Lao papaya salad! The best. You choose your own spice level. Everything is served fresh. Great to dine by yourself or with family and friends as well. Great value. Lots of options. And plenty of parking in their huge parking lot. The bus stops right in front! Believe me once you try my little gem. It will also become yours!!! Enjoy!😊“

“It is located near SF and I must say it’s one of the best pho places I’ve tried. The pho is amazing and very friendly staff with great hospitality. There are indoor and outdoor options but it doesn’t take away the quality of this place!“

“Great beef pho here. Generous amount of meat and the tendon is cooked to the point of being perfectly soft.The broth was a tiny bit too sweet for me, I prefer more savory, but I would still come back here. Nice ambience and beautiful walls.“

“Great and affordable banh mi. The man who owns the shop is very nice and efficient. The bread they use is always fresh, with the perfect ratio of soft interior and crunchy baguette exterior. The vegetables they use are also always very fresh. My favorite banh mi spot in the east bay for sure!

Cash only and no ATM. so make sure that you bring cash with you.“

“The best pork bun in the Bay Area, no joke, great value!“

“Absolutely incredible experience at Huong Tra! The flavors are authentic, vibrant, and clearly made with high-quality, fresh ingredients. The balance of spices in every dish is spot on. The service was friendly and attentive, making the meal even better. If you’re looking for a standout meal, Cube Beef Steak.“

“The food was so good I was in awe. The broth for the pho was rich and you can tell from the color of it. Loved that tripe was also one of the options to add to the pho. The boss is also really friendly and gave us some desserts which also slapped hard. Fried banana (goreng pisang) with ice cream was so good. There was coffee pudding too! Missed the pandan waffles though, would definitely try that next time.“

“It’s a cute shop with pre made and made to order food/drinks. I only got a Vietnamese coffee, and it was one of the pre-made things on the shelf without ice— that’s added in afterwards. That being said, seeing how much coffee you actually got and the amount of ice they put is upsetting for a $6 coffee. Actual taste of coffee was alright. Workers are nice.“

“Yummy Vietnamese eats in a casual environment- great for takeout! We had the fried rice and beef short rib, which were great. A lot of places make their fried rice too bland, but this was just right - with seared onion and chicken, little bits of egg, and green onion. Hit the spot!“

“Came to try the lemongrass chicken banh mi. The bread was mildly crunchy, and not as airy as I like. The chicken was good with some sweetness but not very lemon-grassy. I’m not sure it’s worth $11 but I think that is the going rate unless you drive farther out.

There is a covered parklet you can eat on, or you can eat inside but it’s rather dark inside.
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“Amazing food with outstanding service!!“

“I only gave this place 5 stars because Google won't allow me to give them 💯! This is one of the best restaurants in the bay area! If you love spicy soup I highly recommend the numbing spicy chicken soup. My girlfriend and I are regulars, and our favorite dishes are the chicken pho, the numbing spicy soup, and the honey chili chicken wings! 🤤“

“This is a casual restaurant with all the classic Vietnamese dishes. The staff is very friendly and the food is made very quickly. Everything is reliably really good and comforting. I highly recommend the tofu bahn mi, which is a quick, filling lunch for just $7.25.“

“Genuinely, everything I got was good. We’re visiting from NYC and now I gotta go tell them there’s major competition! Bread in the banh mi was perfect, all the grilled meat was perfectly grilled and not even remotely dry, everything was fresh, house made sriracha and chili sauce. Best sea salt creme coffee I’ve had in years. Very friendly service, they even offered free ube ice cream which I ended up buying because it was so good!!“

“I had the pleasure of dining at this restaurant, and it exceeded all my expectations. The service was prompt, and the staff made us feel right at home. The food was a culinary masterpiece. The restaurant's ambiance is serene and tastefully decorated. A must-visit!“

“Food is delicious. Their bahn mi sandwiches have quality flavor and are packed generously with meat and veggies. When I ordered it, they did communicate to me it would take long about 25 mins. However I did end up waiting about 35-40 mins. Order ahead of time if you're in a rush. I noticed other people were waiting a while for their food as well. There was only one person taking orders and delivering food. They are family owned and ran. I hope they can hire more people to make it run more efficiently.I do like how they have tofu bahn mi as an option! Most bahn mi places don't offer that.The seats seem scattered. However there is various options for seating which is good for large groups. I would come back, but probably order ahead of time!“

“Amazingly delicious Vietnamese food with lots of great options on the menu. The broth of the chicken pho is so flavorful and comes with lots of good stuff. Kids love the children’s Pho and the Banh Mi. Also tons of yummy drink options. Super nice staff too.“

“Amazing food with outstanding service!!“

“I had the pumpkin curry and coconut rice and they were both incredible. Really rich, flavorful curry with big chunks of dark meat chicken and cozy vegetables. The rice was so fragrant and sweet. I ordered pickup and it was ready super fast.“

“Can't rly give atmosphere 5 stars because it's takeout only but the wife and I love this place! Banh mi is excellent, as are the bowls of whatever. I don't think there's anything the owner chef woman can't make well. She used to run 3 restaurants! Also she is an angel. Go there for the owner chef woman if nothing else. Also egg rolls and crab rangoon are yummy.

Vegetarian options: Dishes that don't have meat“

“Super fresh banh mi with organic tofu! (4/5 Green Stars)
I wish I had tried this place earlier! I had the banh mi with organic tofu for lunch and the total cost, including tax and a 20% tip was $10.50! I was ravenous and had some concerns that it may not be enough – or come fast enough! However, the lady who took my order prepped the sandwich in as much time as it took me to take a few photos. Also, there was really a lot of tofu in the sandwich – two thick layers of it – so in the end it was pretty darn filling.

There were several memorable things about the sandwich, which I ate without any distraction even though I would normally read while eating. The bread was at a perfect state of crispiness – like a proper French roll – very light and also lightly toasted. The crunchy veggies – the daikon in particular, added a freshness to it that counterbalanced the umami of soy and tofu. I’ve only had a couple of banh mi sandwiches in my time but this one was not only the best so far but has also set a pretty high bar to measure others against.

I’m giving the Sidewalk Street Food 4/5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact. It’s a woman-owned and run business that offers affordable food in a fairly unaffordable neighborhood. Every dish option – banh mi, salad bowl, pho, and spring rolls all had a tofu option. Some of the other options – chicken and pork – are among the more sustainable choices for meat eaters. However, beef and shrimp are among the worst options Sidewalk loses a star for that. My sandwich was pretty much zero-waste in that it was wrapped in a sheet of paper and delivered in a reusable basket.“

“Great views and good food“

“Tigon is excellent, above par, a hidden gem on San Pablo. I've probably been here 5-6 times now with my fiance. She gets the same thing every time: Catfish Sweet and Sour Soup and she swears it gets better every single time. On the other hand, I try something new every time because each dish I've had has been better than the last. Catfish Claypot, Pho, and Papaya Salad are all big hitters.“

“The pho has a very New York, homemade flavor — absolutely love it. It’s rich, comforting, and hits all the right notes. With all due respect, though, I’d recommend sticking to the main dishes. The desserts don’t quite match the quality of the meals.“

“The luncheon meal served to me was catered and was delivered promptly to our dinning location with a group of twenty people celebrating two birthdays. The order was still hot from its preparation and arrived with all necessary flatware along with a celebratory and festive attitude. The catered food was roasted chicken thigh and leg served with tender cabbage and perfectly steamed fluffy white rice. The chicken had an appealing medium roasted brown color prepared with what I could taste as soy based seasoning, slight sweetness and other enhancing aromatic flavors. The chicken was roasted to an ideal doneness and was tender and juicy, flavorful, easy to cut and of a sizable quantity. The gracious lady appearing with the catered order was courteous and kind, prompt as I mentioned and made sure the delivery was as exactly requested. The entire experience was positive, the roasted chicken was delicious, it all went smoothly and I would definitely suggested Camille Restaurant to others.“

“I recently attended a lunch celebration at Co Nam for my niece’s high school graduation, and it was a wonderful experience from beginning to end.

The food was outstanding. Every dish I tried was beautifully presented, fresh, and full of flavor. The shrimp rolls were light and refreshing, the grilled prawn citrus salad was vibrant and delicious, the garlic noodles were packed with flavor, and the roti with curry dipping sauce was impossible to stop eating. Everything that came to the table was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented.

What impressed me just as much as the food was the service. Our group spent hours at the restaurant enjoying the celebration, taking photos, and catching up with family. Throughout the afternoon, the staff remained warm, attentive, and accommodating. Even as we lingered well after lunch, they never made us feel rushed and continued to provide excellent service.

The atmosphere was perfect for the occasion. The restaurant felt inviting and the attention to detail throughout the space complemented the celebration beautifully.

It's easy to find a restaurant with good food. It's much harder to find one that pairs excellent food with genuine hospitality. Co Nam delivered both. I left impressed not only by the quality of the meal but by how welcome they made our entire group feel.

Thank you to the Co Nam team for helping make such a special day even more memorable.“

“Came in and was seated quick, polite staff and a clean dining room.
I ordered a bahn mi, fried fish cakes and a bowl of the #1 beef.

The broth was had dimension, flavor, it complimented every ingredient in a different way. The portion was generous and the beef was actually tender. They actually included pieces of beef still on the bone which I've never seen before at a pho restaurant.

The Bahn-mi was served on fresh bread, it was dense and had a perfect bite to it. The crust crispy and light and the ingredients were fresh too.

The fried fish cakes were fried to perfection and had a bouncy texture I really enjoyed.

Give this place a try, it's my new favorite pho in the east bay.“

“Service is minimal, but their noodles are good.“

“best Banh Mi’s you can get in the area. 😋“

“Food is good but the lady who serves the food and who is at the cash counter doesn’t seems to care much. The lady who cleans the table smiles and talks in polite manner. The restaurant has a plenty of sitting capacity and it’s like L shape, so you have to walk to other side to pay at counter. If they improve the service and the payment method then it think it has a potential to do very good business.“

“The food was amazing and the service was excellent. I came here with party of 10 and we were accommodated within 15 minutes. The staff was very friendly and welcoming“

“Vy and her father Luc are so incredibly sweet and make wonderfully flavorful Vietnamese coffee which is from their hometown of Dalat in the southern Highlands of Vietnam. Their ban mi sandwiches are absolutely perfect and authentic like the ones in Vietnam down to the texture of the bread and the vibrant flavors of the peppers and pickled vegetables. Come by and enjoy their sincere hospitality and good vibes.“

“The food here is great. But, I've reached the limit on what my pocketbook can Justify for a bowl of broth. I started going here pre-pandemic, but since then the cost has increased twice. The cost is almost double what it was. I had the small seafood pho with tip was 23.00. Really not a lot of seafood either to justify it. Go, enjoy your meal. But expect to pay more then you would expect.“

“Food is great ! Service is so so . They did forget a dish and were a bit slow even after the happy hour rush ended . They brought the bill before asking whether we wanted dessert ( we did ) this time and the last time we came . Still I’d go back as the food is too good!“

“First time at Pho Craze. Ordered the vegetable pho and Pho Craze special - both were tasty. The restaurant is clean with plenty of room to sit comfortably. Service was efficient and friendly. Really enjoyed it and will definitely be back!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​“

“I arrived right at 10:30am, and Stephanie was ready to greet me. She finished putting together my order within about five minutes, and took the time to review everything with me, which I really appreciated.

The food was delicious—so much so that we were all competing for the leftovers because 3 staff didn’t show up! Everything went smoothly from start to finish.

Thanks again for making it such a great experience.“

“The owner was really nice“

“LOVE THIS PLACE!! The bread tears up the roof of my mouth in the best way and the fried taro in their veggie banh mi is delightful. One time they put too many jalapenos in my sandwich but honestly i prefer that to not enough spice level. Black sesame coffee is great too, although expensive. Perfect sunny day lunch spot.“