50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near South San Francisco

“Café Bunn Mi in South San Francisco is hands-down one of my favorite spots for comfort food!

Their garlic noodles are absolutely delicious full of flavor and perfectly cooked every time. I pay for extra noodles! I spoil myself like that all the time!

The imperial rolls and egg rolls are always crispy, fresh, and packed with goodness. For the imperial rolls I always pay for extra lettuce! They come with the vermicelli noodles and fish sauce!!!

Their fried chicken sandwich is another must-try: crunchy, juicy, and so satisfying.

And of course, you can’t forget the Thai iced tea sweet, creamy, and the perfect drink to tie it all together.

Great food, great service, and always consistent. Highly recommend!“

“The pho, noticeably fragrant. 20 hours of simmering evident in the deepness of taste, buttery from the marrow drawn from bones. Clean and translucent broth, an indicator of quality. The wait time, a result of perfectly boiled-to-order rice noodles. What’s missing in decor is over-compensated by taste. Come for a rare-find bowl of solid noodle soup — no frills, but very simply delicious.“

“I always get good food and great service. Take out or dine in .“

“we eat there for lunch quite often. the food is absolutely fresh, healthy and super delicious. the vegan options are just wonderful. highly recommend. 2000 Sierra point building in Brisbane CA“

“Kevin's Noodle House is the proverbial new kid on the block on Grand Avenue, and it has stepped right into direct competition with Ben Tre. It honestly feels like two local titans going head to head for neighborhood pho supremacy.

That said, I personally prefer Kevin's. I definitely have a soft spot for it since I grew up going to their other locations, and this one delivers that same familiar comfort. The food hits the spot, the flavors are consistent, and it feels dependable in the way a good noodle house should.

The space is clean and modern, and service has been friendly and efficient every time I have been. They renovated this building quite well. Ben Tre is still a strong option and longtime favorite for many, but Kevin's feels a little more my speed. One little quirk I noticed about the waiters - none of them write down orders. They are very good and always get it right. I am glad they opened here, and I will keep coming back.“

“Came in here for lunch with my kids. Pho was excellent. I got it made spicy and loved it. The hot Vietnamese coffee was spot on; other drinks looked really good. Pork bun was very good. Overall very clean, friendly service. Plenty of parking in the lot across the street. High-quality meat.“

“😋😋 good eating experience“

“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!“

“Pardon my photo quality, I got excited and only remembered to take one after digging in. This might be the best bun bo hue I’ve had. The broth was perfectly balanced with just a touch of sweetness that created the most savory umami flavor bomb. It’s a very rich broth that’s meaty in flavor but not overwhelming. There was so much tender beef shank in this bowl. I kept finding more and more. The noodles were perfectly soft yet chewy. Service was quick but still polite. I loved the miniature collection at the front door. My boyfriend’s pho was also a huge and satisfying portion full of tasty flavor. Can’t wait to come back!!“

“The pho broth was so delicious. The chefs special and a number 2.
I may not be a pho expert however this pho was well worth the 40 min drive.
Service wasn’t bad, had a bit of a language barrier.
When we walked in we thought of turning around as the outside and inside are not appealing to the eyes. However the flavor makes up for it 10fold. Will surely be back“

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

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

“Absolutely. Delicious 😋l😎“

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

“Delicious Northern Vietnames restaurant with a tailored menu of 9 items but they all taste amazing. Of course, we recommend getting the pho (which has the disclaimer that bean sprouts and typical herbs won't be provided).

It's a rather small restaurant, so you may have to wait a bit, but food is prepared quickly and is full of flavor!“

“This is hands down the best bánh mì I’ve had in San Francisco.

The meat-to-bread ratio is incredible — the sandwich is generously packed with beef and super satisfying. The flavors are beautifully balanced: a little sweet, a little spicy, with a bright tangy kick. As you keep eating, you can even notice the fresh aroma of lemongrass. Absolutely delicious.

I’m very particular about bánh mì baguettes — they shouldn’t be too thick. I like them light, airy, and shatteringly crisp on the outside. The bread here is exactly how it should be, and it even looks beautiful. Everything just works. I’ll definitely be coming back.“

“really friendly staff and great eats! we will be back to work through the entire menu!“

“I went to this restaurant on the recommendation of the woman at the front desk of the hotel Zetta. I started with the turmeric dill catfish sandwich and fresh salad.

I made the mistake of not reading the menu carefully and ate half a jalapeño before I realized the temperature wasn’t the only heat.

The waitress gave me a Thai iced tea on the house to help me with the spice. I also had a banana pudding with peanut topping pie for the sweetness.

Once I learned that the green pepper was a jalapeño, I took it out of the second half and finished the sandwich fine.

I sat by the window and watched over a dozen scooter drivers in helmets pick up delivery orders while I was there. That reminded me of Spider-Man delivering pizzas on the back of his bike in the city.

Considering the prime location, the prices are very reasonable.“

“So good! I got the pork rice plate to go and took it to Golden gate park to eat it. The milk tea was ok, not sure if it’s the best tea quality but ordered it because I didn’t have water with me. TLDR the food is really good I highly recommend“

“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!“

“Very good pho. The pho broth was very flavorful even before I added the herbs. The noodles were all broken apart, but not too bad. We also tried the fried wings with fish sauce. It's sweet, crunchy, and tasty, but the wings were kinda small.“

“Ordered the Chicken Pho and Five Spice Chicken Pho. Both dishes were so good and comforting! The portions are big too.

Love how friendly the staff is and the restaurant itself is very clean and spacious. Can’t wait to come back to this neighborhood gem!“

“Great as always. Went on a Saturday night.. Party of 3 + a newborn. Called around 6, and they weren't taking walk-ins anymore... Went on open table and booked a reservation for 8:30 lol

Got there early, which wasn't a problem. Drank 2 beers at the bar while we waited. We actually ended up getting sat about 30 ahead of schedule 🤞🏽

Got seated upstairs, which was a first for us. For some reason the vibe is a lot more laid back up there I feel? Could just be me, not sure, but it was more my vibe for sure.

We ended up getting a couple items that the entire table shared. Shaken beef, wok egg noodles + shrimp, bowl of white rice, as well as the roasted crab.

Everything on point, everything delish. Ended uo spending around $230 I want to say, with tip included.“

“Really good grilled pork banh mis, loved all of the ingredients but wish the inside of the actual baguette were scooped out to make it easier to eat. A little expensive at ~$20 after tip and taxes but probably on par with other lunch spots in FiDi. Would try their vermicelli or rice plate next“

“10/10 banh mi and solid pho, nice location on haight street, went on valentine’s day wasnt too crowded just a solid place overall would highly recommend. Heres a picture of me and my girlfriends order she got some pho and i got the house special banh mi and 2 milk tea 🔥“

“Came by looking for some good food after a day in GGP. Did not disappoint. Purchased chicken and pork banh mi, Loved the pickled veggies, meat, mayo, and cilantro used. The only complaint is with the texture of the bread, pretty stale to the point it scraped up the mouth. Interior is small, able to seat 5 to 10 people but better for takeout. Make sure to grab some Sriracha chile sauce. I would definitely come back again but may get a bowl instead of a sandwich.“

“We tried Mango and Mint in Alameda for the first time on a Sunday afternoon, and it was such a pleasant surprise! The portion size was amazing for the price huge and definitely worth it, especially I love veggies! I ordered the grilled lemongrass pork chop with rice, and it was flavorful. Few seating capacity but that is totally fine since it it kinda quick service set-up.

The Thai milk tea was just how I like it rich with tea flavor, not overly sweet. We also had the pineapple coconut smoothie, and you could really taste the mint and kale refreshing and fun!

Service was great & the staff was friendly, and the menu is simple, with plenty of drink options. Overall, it’s such a wonderful local find a true underrated spot in Alameda.

I just hope the serving sizes stay consistent because everything we ordered tasted great. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Just tried for the 1st time today and ordered takeout bbq pork banh mi sandwich and a Vietnamese iced coffee. Seems like a family owned mom&pop shop, super sweet friendly service. BBQ pork banh mi sandwich was excellent, perfectly toasted bread on the outside, soft on the inside (not hard and rough like other banh mi sandwiches that hurt the roof of your mouth), delicious BBQ pork flavor, stuffed with fresh yummy pickled veggies, flavors were spot on. Vietnamese iced coffee was good, could be a bit stronger and creamier for my tastes. Overall would highly recommend. Can't wait to come back. =)“

“To start, this is only a takeout place. No sitting area here, although I saw chairs hanging upside down. Went on a weekday around 1 and there were 5 people before me waiting for their orders. The service was very fast. The menu is small with one veggie/vegan option and 5-6 meat options. Similar options available for sandwiches, salads and bowls.
I ordered Teriyaki Tofu Vegan Banh Mi. This was the only option in any variety. Sandwich was good. Tofu was juicy but with hints of oilyness. Had mixed feelings while eating it. Veggies were cruncy inside but was missing some kind of sauce in it. Overall, a good sandwich and can be tried once.“

“This place is making a conscious effort to offer more vegan options, and is now displaying “Vegan Friendly“ in the window! Try the new mushroom dish, which is like a succulent jerky with a lovely dipping sauce. Super friendly owners as well! Don’t sleep on this place.😄“

“Excellent food and service ♥️“

“Thai Nghiep Ky Mi Gia is a fantastic spot for authentic and flavorful food. The dishes are always fresh, rich in taste, and consistently satisfying.

Service is impressively fast, even when it’s busy, and everything comes out hot and well prepared. On top of that, the prices are very reasonable, which makes it an even better value.

If you’re looking for delicious food, quick service, and affordable prices, this place is definitely worth visiting. Highly recommended.“

“January 2026:
Ordered food to go through Uber Eats. First time trying this place. Was very pleased with my lunch.

Had the chicken pho and the soup was very tasty 😋. Good combo of noodles and chicken.

Also had the chicken cabbage salad and thought it was delicious. Would order that again.

Also tasted the papaya shrimp salad and the tofu banh mi. Both were good. Will definitely come back again. Will try dining in next time.“

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

“Pho 808 is a fantastic Vietnamese restaurant with authentic flavors. The pho broth is rich and aromatic, served with fresh herbs and tender meat. The warm atmosphere and friendly service make it a wonderful place to enjoy traditional Vietnamese cuisine.“

“Wife got pho ga and it was some of the best tasting broth I’ve had in a long time (born and raised in Houston but moved away to a city with not great Viet food)

I got the pho bo dac biet kho which was also very tasty and unique! Only ever had pho ga kho but this was delicious!“

“It was raining, so we randomly stopped by a nearby Vietnamese spot, and it ended up being a great surprise. The broth was super rich and flavorful. I ordered the spicy shrimp noodle dish, but it wasn’t the type of noodles I expected. When I asked about it, they were kind enough to change it for me—free of charge.

The service was really friendly, and the place felt like a cozy, old-school neighborhood restaurant. Great food, great service, and a very comforting experience. Would definitely come back.“

“Bru I gotta write one! This place is one of the great spots for pho! Youhearrrrmeeee?!

I won’t forget the young gentle man and how he was so soft spoken and kind.

It was all worth $14+!!! With big portion too.

I gotta TikTok n I’m tryna share spots that’s good in the TL or the city @unclaimedkid
You’ll see more other spots in my page.

I thought the place was small space but NOPE, I was wrong and their place is massive and spacious. I truly liked the setting. I wasn’t close to anyone to another table. Each table were spaced out perfectly. The vibe they gave me was comforting and friendly to vibe with friends.

I got the pho combo and thst shi was busssing!
Usually the beef balls won’t have that much taste but once I ate it I was wrong lol.

A must try n I’ll b back!!!!“

“Food is 🔥🔥🔥. Very flavorful and quick service!“

“Great restaurant, the dishes are rich, the taste is great, the restaurant atmosphere is great, it is worth recommending“

“Love the food here. Can’t go wrong with any of their banh mi sandwiches! They’re all good!!! Got the bbq pork today and shrimp and chicken spring rolls. The bread is soft with a perfect crunch on the outside. Spring rolls was a perfect size and you get 3 with your choice of sauce. It’s located in a shopping center so lots of parking. Got our food at a reasonable amount of time… about 10 mins. Store is clean and staff is super friendly. There is outdoor seating in case you want to bring your pup:).“

“We loved this place. Great atmosphere, loved the lamps and the food. The spring rolls were amazing. The sticky Brussels sprouts were so good and the flavor was complex.

Also, lots of gluten free options with the spring rolls etc.“

“This is my go to spot after ballet class. Duck banh mi is the best. Their baguette (which makes or breaks the meal imo) is much nicer than other spots like Bun Mee.

It’s a grab and go spot, and you can sit outside if the weather is nice.

Note: their butter chicken is literally buttered chicken, not the South Asian curry dish.“

“Great food and atmosphere. prompt friendly service.“

“Third times a charm. They were open this time. So i put my laundry in the wash next door and headed over to Kitten.

I had the shrimp Mayo toasted Bread. I thought it was great. Also had the egg roll plate. They were pretty good. Both items were served popping hot. I had to wait and let them cool. This is always a must for me... hot food needs to be hot.

I had the BBQ pork sandwich. It was a little salty for me but im also getting over a cold and my tastey buds are probably a little wacky.

The bread was fresh and perfect crunchy.

All in all I will give this place another shot.“

“The shrimp & chicken crepe is crispy and filled with deliciousness!! 😋“

“Food 10 .
Cleanliness 10.
Customer Service 10.
Everything here is delicious, I love coming here and could eat this everyday .
One of my Absolute Favorites !!!
Thank you everyone who contributes to making this place great NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES !!!“

“Best pho in the city.
I thought they were still closed from the damage in kitchen but not too sure now. If you’re still closed please open soon!
Community members have even left letters and drawings on their doors since it’s THE BEST.“

“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“

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