49 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Santee

“Hit the spot. The authentic pho broth was bomb, and they are super generous with the meat portions. Plus, because it was Father’s Day, they gave us an unsolicited 10% discount, which was kind. Fresh toppings, great food, and love the stone bowl presentation. Will definitely be back.“

“It's probably the bedt Pho you will find in San Diego. Tried a lot of places, but this places broth tastes clean and refreshing. Especially when other places may make you feel kind of heavy. The price is also really good as well.

Also, the last thing I will bring up are the host, they always find a way to make you feel comfortable while waiting for your food.“

“Great portions and great taste. Very friendly servers, I recommend.“

“staff was warm and welcoming as we walked in. Super fast service, 3 different staff check on us to see if we needed anything. food came out in correct order, fresh, and hot! was a nice time. They even said thank you and goodbye on the way out which was nice. first time my hubby and I ate here, we will be back 😋“

“Incredible flavors! Super nice service. We tried 2 apps, a noodle soup and a dessert and all of them were very unique experiences. Don’t let the super Low-key aesthetic fool you or the prices scare you. It’s worth every penny. Can’t wait to try more of their cuisine!“

“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.“

“Good service, good atmosphere, great food“

“More than just a Bahn mi shop. Cali Baguette is an authentic Vietnamese eatery. Besides an amazing selection of sandwiches (btw you can actually smell the fresh baguettes being baked!) There is a multitude of snacks, drinks and desserts! The service and very warm hospitality are just as impressive as the food 👍 I will definitely be back again AND again!“

“Don’t order with your eyes because you won’t finish… trust me, it’s that good! They have to have the “best” Viet BANH CUON (steamed rice rolls) in town! Also the best BANH Mi Chao (Beef, sausage, meatball, eggs, and French roll skillet) for a great value too! I will most definitely come back again …and I live 30 minutes away in East Chula Vista! I highly recommend. 5 STARS!!!“

“What an amazing place in heart of Lakeside
Customer service was amazing and even though they were a little pack they were attendant of everyone.
There pho and there food is amazing will defenately recommend to anyone it won't disappoint you.“

“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“

“Good authentic food. Great service“

“Stopped by here for dinner, we had the number 1 basically everything in it, broth was good and plenty of meat, we also got the egg rolls which was also very tasty, only thing that was so/so was the ube boba next time we will try the thai flavor, but all in all the best place to get pho in San Diego“

“So my roommates and I try new pho spots all the time, and this is one of the best spots we've been to in a while. The broth is herby, and just full of nice flavors it's not just the meat. The meat is also fantastic. The staff,
(I believe the owners?) we're an absolute delight. They cracked jokes with us, gave us recommendations, showed us a way to mix the sauces we hadn't already done. It was genuinely a great time and we will all be back.“

“If you are looking for Vietnamese food, then this is the place. It is clean, It is reasonably priced, the service is great, and my Vietnamese students tell me that it is authentic. I have been going here for years and they are great people!“

“Great service. Excellent location with plenty of parking spots. Food was.. ok. Pho broth was your typical MSG premade broth but a little too sweet for me. Meat was a overcooked. My bf ordered shrimp stir fry noodles and it was too saucy to be a stir fry. Vegetables were way undercook and too little noodles. Eggrolls were good. Video playing on the tv was very loud. Three to four stars.“

“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“

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

“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.“

“Excelente comida 🥘 y atención“

“The food here is AMAZING! I got some fried rice, and it was so fresh you could taste everything so vividly. Sandwhiches are super fresh and bread is amazing. The staff are multilingual, and very kind. Their wide range of food is sure something to take advantage of. I will return!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“Canh bun is the best in town“

“A fantastic sandwich for a fantastic price. The veggies are always plentiful and fresh. Could there be more meat? Sure, but for $6.25 per special combination really can’t complain. It’s perfect for the price. I can’t recommend their coffee though, it’s more bitter and burnt tasting than most Vietnamese places.“

“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.“

“We visited this place from out of town and it was conveniently located right next to our hotel. I ordered takeout and it took about 20 minutes for it to be ready for pickup.

The coffee was a bit disappointing. It wasn’t the strong Vietnamese coffee I’m used to from other restaurants. It was on the sweeter side. I was looking for a balance of both but more stronger coffee flavor. The drink was in a medium-sized cup, but it wasn’t filled to the top, which made it more expensive compared to other cafes that offer similar drinks.

On the positive side, the shrimp spring rolls were freshly made and delicious. The rice paper was soft not hard. They perfected it. Best yet I’ve had being that I’m a queen of coffee and fresh spring rolls. This one was a great snack, but not enough to fill me up. The dipping sauce was also on point.

I might try the sandwich next time, but I won’t be returning for the coffee. The price has gone up a bit since the old menu was posted. I did paid more than I calculated for two iced Vietnamese coffee and one order of shrimp spring rolls.

Parking is a bit tight, so be careful and plan ahead. It can get super crowded even during the weekdays.“

“Food here is pretty bomb... My go to choices are: Pad Thai, Cantonese fried rice, veggie lo mein, Cantonese rice noodle, mixed veggies.Friendly and smiley service from Sara. Appreciate her warm and kind attitude ???? Thanks Barona for continuing the Friendly tradition for 10 years in a row... Congratulations ???????????“

“I have eaten Vietnamese cuisine throughout California, and Grandpa Tao ranks among the best. In addition to the amazing tastes, the casual restaurant is friendly and comfortable. Ingredients are fresh, the environment clean and relaxing. I particularly recommend the Pho, the Rice Vermicelli (try it!) and the Shaking beef. You'll like it.“

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

“I love coming here to grab my coffee I love getting the The Vietnamese Biscoff, coffee with caramel around the cup and a little bit extra sweet
I love coming here I get same thing every time one of these days I will try the other drinks on the menu I truly do enjoy this place glad I found it“

“Good size Beef Bahnmi sandwich. Much bigger than usual for $7.99. Also their pickled carrots and veggies have a mild sweet flavor. Really good food. Steady flow of customers. The owner is a decent guy, not very talkative and kind of an introvert.“

“Solid wonton noodle soup. Not the best, but good enough to satisfy cravings. The noodles aren’t as firm and springy as the ones in Hong Kong, but they’re passable. The restaurant is also conveniently located next to the Vietnamese supermarket.“

“this place always hits the spot whenever youre hungry. the owners are very nice and welcoming and so is the server that is always working on a tuesday. ive been coming to this spot for so long now. every meal comes with a free soup so you get your moneys worth“

“Food came out quickly. Good quality.“

“2nd time this week eating there. Nice, cozy place, great food, great service. High recommended.“

“Great location with great food.“

“I picked up a birthday cake from this shop last weekend and was pretty happy with how everything turned out. The cake looked just like the design I asked for, and the flavor was fresh without being overly sweet. Everyone at the party had something nice to say about it, which doesn't happen very often. The staff was friendly and answered my questions without rushing me. Pickup was easy and the order was ready on time. Prices seemed fair for the quality. Definetly a place I'd consider using again for future celebrations.“

“The pho was hands-down some of the best I’ve ever had—rich, aromatic broth that was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the noodles were cooked to perfection, soaking up all that deliciousness.“

“Delicious place to soup for lunch“

“We’ve eaten here a couple of times and always enjoy the pho. They have a vegetarian broth available and vegetarian proteins like faux chicken and shrimp, which cannot be said for many of the Vietnamese restaurants in our neighborhood. And it’s a really good broth, surprising flavorful and light on the salt.

The other thing we love to order here is the fruit slushies and boba. The fruit slushies, in particular, are out of this world. I would recommend the strawberry.

My only complaint is that they don’t always read/follow the instructions I write in when ordering online. Tonight, for example, I ordered the vegetarian pho with tofu and asked for it without the cilantro garnish and, still, my soup was decorated with cilantro leafs.“

“Pho is perfectly balanced and very tasty. The beef is perfectly tender. Their lemonade is very refreshing as well.

They are no nonsense. As soon as you walk in, they are ready to take your order. They only have one thing… pho. Been there twice and each time was served my food within 5 minutes of walking in the door.“

“I visit periodically for lunch whenever I'm in the area. I've found their selections to be fresh and very delicious, the atmosphere is relaxing, and the service is very friendly and welcoming. A very top-notch and classy Vietnamese restaurant !!
Chris from Riverside“

“Great food I had a bowl of Vietnamese favorite pho and love is“

“their sandwiches are to-die-for🤤🤤🤤🤤“

“So good here! This food is amazing.“