Vietnamese Restaurants near Chelsea

“Popular place that needs reservation in advance (likely because the shop is somewhat small). The staff was extremely friendly and kind, offering a sake drink as a start on the house. The golden dragon (?) flower sake was amazing.

However, the shop interior felt a bit decrepit - my stool was rocking back and forth. The egg noodles were well cooked but overall alright. $35 per person with appetizers.“

“I had been looking for a new Viet restaurant for a just over a month now. I had their Banh Xeo and their sterfried grilled lemongrass Chichen, and let me tell you it delicious!! Great atmosphere too!“

“Good banh mis, would highly recommend taking it to go for a picnic. The beef, pork, and tofu were all flavorful and the ratio of ingredients was right.

The jalapeños were for some reason super spicy. Nice staff and cool vibe inside“

“Second visit to Nightshade, 14 courses did not disappoint!“

“First time there… delicious! Love it! Thank you“

“First time trying Vietnamese food and they were very friendly and patient with us. My kids were not excited to try things at first but after just a taste, they wanted to order their own food. Small cafe, limited seating but they were accommodating.“

“Gao Vietnamese Kitchen has won my heart over or should I say my stomach..haha If you love Vietnamese food then Gao is a must-visit gem with its authentic and unique cuisine that truly impresses on every level. Each dish we savored at this cute and cozy Dorchester restaurant was a culinary treat and delight, hitting all the right spots, from the lip-smacking banh coun to the addictive chicken and banana blossom salad, every bite was a journey of flavors. The free ice tea added a touch of authenticity to the dining experience as if I were back in Vietnam. The vegetarian pho and fresh spring rolls were exceptional, showcasing the diverse offerings on their extensive menu that’s priced right for the large portions. Moreover, the warm and diligent staff elevated our dining experience, ensuring every detail was perfect. The owner Sy Le was the nicest guy, he really cares about his customers and his employees and it shows! Gao Vietnamese Kitchen is a standout among Vietnamese restaurants, capturing both heart and stomach with its delicious food and exceptional service.“

“Almost missed this wonderful place. Very unassuming place in downtown Somerville. The Bo Kho, or Vietnamese Beef Curry Soup, is the best beef curry soup I've had in my life! It was refreshing, had a nice spiciness that warms you up on a cold New England morning (especially when you've just flown back from the airport). The chunks of beef were so tender~~~ The drinks has a lot of body, depending on what you get. The egg coffee was thick and rich. The owners were nice and my order didn't take long. The cafe doesn't have much seating, but it's neat and peaceful. Soooo perfect for mornings.“

“Expect delicious food, chill vibes, and super friendly (fast) service! I will be back! I ordered the pineapple fried rice with chicken, and the Vietnamese iced coffee. Both were absolutely delicious, the iced coffee was very good, strong coffee with the sweetness of the condensed milk. I recommend if you’re looking for a delicious, and quick meal!“

“don't let the modern interior fool you - best viet food in quincy, in my opinion.
- delicious broth sans excess oil
- perfectly grilled pork with no scent
- summer rolls are densely packed with lettuce
- crab meatball is so juicy and tender“

“Great food and service equals great value!!“

“Delicious delicious delicious. The rice was the perfect texture and intense of the flavor of true fresh chicken broth. The service was very friendly and quick, too. And to top it off the decor is cleanly contemporary. Bravo! I hope nyc gets one asap too!“

“First time there… delicious! Love it! Thank you“

“Delicious food and good service here .“

“You know it’s going to be great when the staff’s speaking Vietnamese to each other. My wife and I got the banh hoi bowl with crispy pork belly and it was fire! It was home cooking level good. They were also able to accommodate a peanut and tree nut allergy.“

“Fresh, flavorful and excellent portion sizes. Staff is very helpful and friendly. So good!!! Ready fast, too.“

“An rat ngon👍👍😀cac ban oi. Mom nao cung ngon het“

““Pho-get about your ex—this beef is the real love story.”

Went to Pho 2000 for a casual meal, left spiritually awakened by the vinegar and butter beef. I don’t know who thought, “Let’s drown beef in butter and vinegar,” but I would trust them with my taxes, and maybe even my heart.

The beef? So tender it probably writes poetry in its spare time. The vinegar gave it a sharp sass, like your favorite aunt who always tells it like it is. And the butter? Smooth. Seductive. Basically the Barry White of sauces.

I dipped, I sizzled, I questioned every meal I’d ever had before this.

If you haven’t tried it yet, do yourself a favor—go.

But be warned: your taste buds might file a restraining order because you’ll keep coming back for more.“

“Food is delicious and great price“

“My favorite place. We come down from Marblehead both to eat in and do take out. Food is delicious and they do a wonderful job of packing up food for take out. Everything is so fresh and tasty we are never disappointed.“

“We always do take-out, so I can't really comment on service or atmosphere in the restaurant, but they are always quick to get our take-out food ready (15-20 minutes). The food is delicious. We get a variety of soups, noodle dishes, and appetizers. We've never been disappointed. Consistently great food.“

“Delicious Pho with Chicken and I asked to have yellow noodles. The shrimp rolls were so good. This was the first place that didn't have the shrimp tail on the shrimp in the roll, which made it so much easier to eat. The restaurant was clean and the staff was kind.“

“Order a banh mi sandiwch from Saigon Tiger, a new store on Relish. 1st delivery is late, not a good start from a new relish venue. hopefully the food is better than the prep for the delivery. Got my BBQ pork Bahn Mi dleivered not as late as was suggested by Relish. It was delicious, nice portion, great bread, plenty of jalapenos. Definitely will order again.“

“My gf and I traveled a good 45 minutes to get here and it was totally worth it! I had ordered the Pad Thai and it was super delicious. I also had the Thai iced tea and although pretty sweet it was very refreshing and worth getting. I'll definitely be coming back with her soon!“

“Great time, good price, and the food came out fresh. Highly recommended“

“This small shop has really good banh mi! I'm a vegetarian, and have repeatedly gotten the tofu banh mi, but I've taken people here and they have enjoyed the pork and chicken banh mi as well. The staff are always super nice. I would 100% recommend this place for the food and pleasant customer service.

Vegetarian options: The tofu banh mi is really good.“

“This resturant is very commendable.

Food was satasifying especially considering the fair pricing of the items.

Staff (cashier) was funny and friendly making the experience that much better.

If you're close by and looking for a spot with amazing options I highly recommend stopping by.“

“I like to go here a few times a month with my girlfriend. First thing we tried was the pork Banh mi (it was amazing), but now our go-to dish is the spicy eggplant with noodles. Can't recommend it enough. The crab Rangoons are also really good. This is one of my favorite restaurants in the city.“

“Staff were friendly. Food I think was pricer than expected but still overall good flavors. I think that is just the nature of food places in the assembly area to keep up with the ( I'm assuming) high rents. If someone didn't wnat to venture out to dorchester to get vietnamese food, I'd recommend coming here.“

“My wife and I absolutely love coming to Pho Le. The food and service here are consistently excellent. Every time we visit, we order the grilled fish with rice wrappers and fresh mint vegetables — it’s become our go-to dish, and it never disappoints. The flavors are fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced. The staff is always friendly and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. Whether it's a casual dinner or a special night out, Pho Le delivers on all fronts. Highly recommend!“

“Excellent food. Service was amazing.“

“Small but mighty Vietnamese cafe. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. I ordered the bbq pork banh mi. It was very yummy and authentic. You can tell the bread and all of the ingredients are fresh.“

“Sandwiches are incredible.My favorite is the Roast Pork Banh mi.Would have posted a photo but demolished the sandwich.Everything is fresh.The parking lot is fast and furious.Coffee is great espresso with condensed milk DELICIOUS..Cash onlyEasier, if you speak Vietnamese..

Parking: Very busy parking lot“

“The Dac Biet soup was so tasty! The beef was a little chewy but everything else was perfectly cooked. I ordered a virgin pina colatta which I loved!! I also tried a Cosmo, it was pretty flavorful but a little too strong. I will definitely come again soon, I loved the look and comfortability of the restaurant.“

“Had pho and the fresh spring rolled with grilled beef, phenomenal!“

“Pho 1 has changed a lot and I’ve been going there for years. Last night I ordered the beef soup for take out and when I got home and opened it the meat was like shredded and not the same consistency that had been in the past. These are hard times for all of us and giving customers scraps is no acceptable. I will go again later in the year and see if they have improved.“

“My recommendations are the Bánh Hỏi Đặc Biệt and Cơm Tay Cầm Chay! The place itself was a relaxing experience and I’d definitely come back here!“

“Customer service and food is EXCELLENT!!! My recommendations are #3, #8, #63, & #65. A Must Try! 🙌🏼👏🏼👍🏼👍🏼“

“Phở ngon to da ngon xuất sắc. Nước pho dam da.“

“Food is great, ordered a pho and a spring roll 😋“

“Excellent food and service! Will try it again soon!“

“Came here with my dad and brother, all three of us love the food we ordered and the staff are super friendly too. Definitely will visit again!“

“Seafood“

“We really enjoyed our dinner at Saigon Babylon! I think it’s one of the better places I’ve been to in Boston in terms of food, ambiance, and location. The drink options were really fun and tasted delicious. Although the menu was small, there was a good variety. The food had a lot of flavor and felt very unique. Finally, the service was a little slow but everyone was really kind and welcoming. I would definitely come back!“

“This is a Vietnamese restaurant. The interior was clean and vibrant atmosphere. The seating and table are new wooden style, giving off an Asian style design. The large windows allows in front allows a good view of the outside and street view. The lighting gives off an evening in an Asian country like Japan, South Korea, or Vietnam. The food was OK, my mother had ordered beef pho or gah-tee-wu, and I got Beef Chow Foon or Mee-gah-thang. The flavor was good, but to us the beef felt over cooked, most likely because the restaurant was nearing closing hours. The China wear used all looked new and clean. Overall the restaurant is a great restaurant pick over the other restaurants in the area. But the pricing is on the modest middle end, where an order for 2 could cost up to 50 dollars depending on what you order.“

“The pho is absolutely delicious. The staff is so kind.“

“Cute and small cafe with some tables. If it’s not peak lunch hours, I think it’s nice to sit for a while and do some work. I had cortado, it was fair (good but not spectacular), but the banh mi bbq pork was a disappointment. Meat is too dry, a bit stale, and they forgot to put the jalapeño in it, which they asked me specifically whether I want it and I said yes to. I didn’t ask them to make me a new one cuz I thought it’d be too mean, and they were so busy at that time. At least the people working there were nice and polite. For that, I’d give it one more try in the future.“

“Great food and reasonably priced“

“such a big sandwich! definitely get a good bang for your buck- I was almost overwhelmed by the amount of meat. my only complaint though was that I wish it was just a bit more salty! I got it without pate so it very well could be that thats what it needed.“