50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Aiea

“OG's know this is the spot and there isn't anything like it on the island. I come here specifically for the pho and spring rolls. Food here is legit 10/10

The space is smaller and I leave this place smelling like pho, so I do try to wear clothing idrc about when I dine here.“

“Food 5 ⭐️ portion is great, tasty, broth is clean and light.
Service 5 ⭐️ very attentive and accommodating.
Atmosphere 5 ⭐️chill, I feel relaxed eating, and they have working ac.
Must try their oxtail pho! Oxtail has a lot meat and pcs. So far I have not had highblood when I finish my oxtail pho which is good that’s why I keep coming back. I know that when I finish my bowl I won’t have any problems (but that’s my experience). Pho Time is my go to for oxtail pho, bun bu hue, and pho in general.

*i’m not sponsored or paid in any shape of form. Just a loyal customer who loves their food 😁“

“I have been coming here since I was a kid and it is always great.“

“I always get the lettuce wraps, that’s my favorite and they give you plenty 💕🌹“

“Fantastic restaurant and experience with plentiful and great tasting authentic Vietnamese cuisine! They were kind enough to seat our party of five near their closing time! Big Kiné Mahalo and we’ll certainly be back again real soon! 🤙🏼“

“We loved our experience at Thuong An Lac! Most of the menu is vegan ❤ and had a wonderful selection including pho (which had to be the best I've ever had!) All of the staff was very kind and the recommended a market next door to find great produce.

Highly recommend 💙🌱🐙“

“Golden Pho has quickly become my favorite pho restaurant in the area. I’ve tried several local spots, but the broth here stands out for its rich, comforting flavor. Every bowl felt warm, nourishing, and genuinely homemade—it was truly soup for the soul.

The service was exceptional. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. As someone who enjoys exploring cuisines outside of my own cultural background, I can sometimes find myself feeling intimidated when ordering. However, the kindness and hospitality here made the experience one to remember, and I left feeling both well-fed and welcomed.

The portions were generous enough for leftovers, and the flavors were just as delicious the next day after the herbs and sauces had blended into the broth. The restaurant itself also has a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere that made it easy to slow down and enjoy the meal.

If you’re looking for flavorful, comforting pho with wonderful service and a calm dining experience, Golden Pho is absolutely worth visiting.“

“The Best! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌴 Vietnamese’s Crispy Chicken Wings With Lemon Wedges, Salt Pepper, Sautéed Onions On Top! Are My Favorite Here, Always Great Food, Mommas Broths! & Open Until Midnight!!“

“The Vietnamese pancakes and iced coffee is a must try...“

“Wonderful hospitality!! And always delicious. 😍 Always a must stop when we are in town. Plus the atmosphere is great as well.“

“The only thing I didn’t like were the metal chairs and the noise. Service, food, and even the wait time were incredible. (We didn’t make a reservation and they still got us in quickly.“

“While the flavors are great, skip the shrimp tacos. For $20, two small shrimp per taco is frugal. You end up eating mostly tortilla and cabbage. Either think the tortillas or be generous and add a third shrimp! Better to purchase the mixed taco or any of the other proteins.

Update: I spoke with the owner, Joseph, who apologized for the error on our order and ensured this won't happen again. Our other dishes were generously portioned and overall, the spices and quality of ingredients were 👌🏼.“

“Good food. Great people. Been here 3 days straight for lunch because of my picky son. :-) And my Mom and Aunt are vegetarian. If you are here visiting and want good Vietnamese food. Give them a try.“

“Authentic Vietnamese dishes. The Bun Bo Hue is amazing! The broth is deeper, rich and unreal and the spicy level is agressive enough but not overpowering. Fully loaded with meat, generous portion size. The herbs are so fresh. Love the service and quick and warm. They treat you like family. This is the place for an authentic Vietnamese food.“

“My boyfriend (Drew) and I picked up dinner here last night and the BBQ beef sandwhich was amazing!!! We love how the spice of the sauce wasn't too spicy. The pickled daikon and carrots complimented the spice and the beef was cooked to perfection.

We were very surprised by the mung bean tapioca pudding. We were not expecting to like it. Overall, it was not too sweet and had a good flavor to compliment the BBQ Beef sandwhich.

Great spot for lunch or dinner! Fast & great service 🤙“

“Didn’t eat in at the restaurant but I placed an order online. I was greeted with a smile and handed the food with thanks. I was very pleased with the service and the food itself! Great experience overall! Will definitely be going back!“

“Today I got to try their summer rolls & shredded chicken sandwich and they were great. It really seemed like a healthy food and I really felt clean and nice after eating such healthy food. Also, the service was very friendly and helpful.“

“Amazing hidden gem!

Went for the Pho and we end up also having a spicy noodle soup (pork and beef) and some fresh spring rolls. Broth is good, not too greasy, portions are great.
Everyone was friendly!

If you want to park right in front you will need to pay for parking, however it can be validated at the restaurant. Parking at the Sams/Walmart parking lot is an option for 3 hrs, free.“

“Great Pho. Tasty and great service“

“Wow…we loved our meals. We stopped here by quickly on our way from Waikiki to the airport, and easily found street parking. The vermicelli bowls with lemongrass chicken & tofu (and a banh mi with pork + chicken) were so fresh, so filling, and really high quality. Delicious Vietnamese iced coffee. The service was kind, as well. Highly recommend for a relaxed & high quality meal!!“

“Family owned and operated, excellent food; a classic, lowkey gem. I feel privileged to have been a customer for a long time. This local favorite spot for Vietnamese food is made with high quality ingredients and sends you home not just with the lovely flavors lingering but a sense of wellbeing. Nothing really warms you like a good pho some days; they take no shortcuts with the home made broth which as you know if you ever thought “oh I’ll just make that at home,” takes *all* *day* to make pho broth. )Some places, not naming names, take some easy shortcuts on the broth. It’s tasty but when you walk out, your body feels it differently. Bac nam makes their own from scratch and it is legit. Ono and much healthier (in my opinion.) Thank you Bac Nam!“

“The Vietnamese pancakes and iced coffee is a must try...“

“Pho broth is really good 👍“

“Friendly and good service! Delicious oxtail soup!“

“The two ladies are so sweet. The food is great, so fresh tasting, and yum!

We got vietnamese iced coffee, spring rolls, bbq pork with rice, bun bo hue and they were all very fresh and good! Good prices as well.

Overall, will come back and would recommend.“

“Best broth. Clear. I order the brisket and iced coffee. ONO ! Bean sprouts very clean.“

“Love their Papaya salad platters, Phö broth, Sandwiches, Vermicelli, plate lunch combos, Summer rolls, desserts and smoothies. All so fresh, tasty and delicious!! The owner is amazingly friendly and can remember your name and your order from previous visits. Miss the indoor dining.“

“Super delicious rice noodles with the juiciest, most flavorful lemongrass chicken. Just such a delight to eat crispy veggies and herbs on a hot day here. The owner was so sweet too and chatted with us. This spot has been around for ~20+ years, too!“

“A co-worker and I tried out Kieu Vietnamese Cuisine on King Street after reading good things about the place. Our server brought out glasses of what we expected to be water; it was lightly flavored tea … A nice change of pace, especially since I don’t drink water, at least not au naturel.

We chose the Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef soup) and Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio (vermicelli with grilled pork and spring rolls). These are dishes that we frequently order at P** V******, on Smith and Hotel. It took a while for our food to arrive, but each dish presented well. My vermicelli dish was smaller than one at P*V*, but it contained more grilled pork and the flavoring of the ingredients and the flavoring of the accompanying Nuoc Cham was more complex and richer. The sole negative, it contained less vermicelli, which for me, was a good thing because I’ve always struggled to consume all the noodles at the other place.

The soup for the Bun Bo Hue was rich, and I sensed an undertone of crab. Were crab shells used in the broth? I think so … My friend reported that the portion of pig knuckle was rubbery and tough … inedible, in his woods. Each dish cost $18.99, including tax. I enjoyed my vermicelli dish; my friend said he’d try pho the next time.“

“I'm vegetarian and they accommodated my dietary restriction. They made a bowl of vegetarian salad with vermicelli and it was DELICIOUS! Thank you BR!“

“My Vietnamese friend suggested that we order the Super Pho Seven Courses of Beef at her favorite Vietnamese restaurant. It had a good variety of beef prepared in different ways. My favorite was the Lemon Beef Salad that we rolled up into rice paper and dipped into a delicious sauce. This restaurant not only has the best tasting food, they have the largest menu with over 100 authentic dishes. On Tuesday I ate at Broken Rice and last night I ate at Hale Vietnam, so that's 3 different Vietnamese restaurants in 3 days in a 2 block radius. This one is the only one that I ***** Highly Recommended!*****“

“Was going to Pate , a banh mi place across the alley -- been going there a while and they are good and popular but always full of-- small space , often a wait at lunch or other. Happened upon this place and no line. Fantastic banh mi -- I got the crispy pork--great bread--some of the best I have had--, tasty pork with a sauce and lots of cilantro and other fillings. Be sure to check them out.“

“Nicely decorated giving a homey vibe. We ordered pho, papaya salad and fried plantain rolls. All were cooked very well. The pho broth was tasty and had a generous serving of noodles and meat, while the papaya had a good balance of sweetness and sourness. The plantain was a great way to end our dinner! I can’t wait to go back and try their curry entree.“

“Its the best pho on the island. Whenever i go to a new one i wonder why i do when this one is the best. Im not sure what the review before this means by different owner because i went a few days ago and its the same owner. They did raise their prices, but the pho was the same excellence.“

“This is hands down the best pho. Locals coming in and out, families, individuals - everyone. The older gentleman comes and takes your order - remembered all of our orders off the top of his head. So kind. The last time we were here was 3 years ago - just as fantastic as we remember. It’s an older place, so don’t knock on it. Best Vietnamese food. Gem. Tons of basil and dandelion leaves, etc. 10 stars.“

“Love this place! amazing food and service!“

“Great selection of food and awesome atmosphere - wonderful flavors! Service was outstanding too. A must visit for authentic Vietnamese!“

“I've been craving snails lately and Saigon Grill delivered - the garlic butter was sweet, savory, and a little spicy, exactly what I've been ono for, and the staff was super nice! The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable, with live music that wasn't too loud for my partner and I to have a comfortable conversation. Already planning to go back.“

“No frills Vietnamese food in a small but comfortable space on the edge of Chinatown.... The food was very fresh and authentic. Run by a local couple/family, the service was very hospitable... Prices very fair. The Vietnamese coffee was traditional slow drip and delicious. Ordered the banh mi sandwich and it was also a star... The bread was fresh baked, and had the perfect texture and softness on the inside with just the right amount of crisp on the crust. Definitely recommended.“

“It's been about 4 years since I've moved off island and I think about this place AT LEAST once a week. Best pho I have ever had and the chicken rolls and all the sauce with veggies that come with it 🤤
I have almost perfected the pho just like this place and I'm happy to finally have a little taste of this way in North Carolina“

“First off, everytime I’ve been here there are predominantly Vietnamese customers filling the seats. That must be a good sign. Broth is deep & rich, not oily. Good amount of meat. Lots of veggies. Fresh Thai chilis upon request. Great selection. Drinks are lacking. And delicious tapioca dessert comes with some orders. We love this place. Metered street parking.“

“First time coming to Saito and Pho. It was very quick to get seated. We also got our food within like 10-15 minutes. The chicken Katsu was nice and crispy and with the side order of curry was also good. The curry was not spicy but was also thick enough for it to work well with the Katsu. Overall, it kinda gave a nice mom and pop kinda restaurant where it felt like you just came back home.“

“I love this place. Came today with a friend, but I did before with my husband who is Vietnamese and he loved it. Is one of the new places still in the island that offers an appetizer of spring rolls (4) for a reasonable price, because I came across some other places where they cut the spring roll in a half or 3 and charge you per piece.

I would definitely come back. Pho was great.“

“The food is amazing and the service is always with Aloha 🥰“

“We went there on a Friday about 6p. There is paid parking all around Chinatown but i went to 111 n beretania (parking structure)... go to the street level to enter restaurant from parking. Reservation not needed...but it does get busy. Atmosphere is like any typical asian restaurant and service was decent. The tamarind drink i ordered was a little sweet...i was looking for more tart. There is peanuts so be careful of you are allergic. The food was tasty, so I would eat here again.“

“They are the BEST!!! My favorite is the garlic chicken! Everytime I come home for a visit I HAVE to come and eat here ❤️❤️❤️“

“The catfish is constantly good always have that when I go there“

“There are places you visit, and then there are places that find you. Insomnia is unquestionably the latter.

From the moment you walk in, the world outside simply falls away. The space feels less like a business and more like someone’s most carefully loved living room. But it’s the owners who make it truly extraordinary — in an age where hospitality has become a transaction, they treat every guest like a long-awaited friend. Their warmth isn’t performed — it’s genuinely, beautifully real.“