50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Dedham

“After Plaster Funtime with the kids, I was searching for somewhere easy to eat with my kiddos but wanted to expose them to something they hadn't had before and that I loved. Pho!!! ?28 Bistro has a low key vibe, great music in the background, and the owner who works the register and tables(at least that Sunday) was delightful.The food was absolutely delicious! I had to order an 18yo, a 14yo, and a 7 yo. 29 Bistro didn't disappoint.Apps: Seaweed Salad, Short Ribs, and CalamariEntree options: Beef Pho, 2 x Seafood Pho, and Duck Pho (these aren't the names of the dishes, but the main ingredients within).My kids were loving the flavor, enjoying every moment of the experience, and had a bunch left over for lunch the next day despite being super full.I enjoyed it all. The Dutch Pho was absolutely amazing and while I over did it a bit in the apps, flavorwise, it was all amazing.Oh, we capped it off with various flavors of boaba tea!You've gotta check out 29 Bistro. I'll sure be back!!“

“Be prepared for the folks behind the counter to not speak English. I wasn’t but fortunately a nice woman in line took mercy on me and my Little Brother. We wondered into this place after going to the JFK Presidential Library. Based on my translator’s recommendation I got the Bahn Mi #2, grilled steak, which was wonderful! I keep thinking about the combo of sweet, hot peppers, cilantro and whatever other delicious stuff they put in there. Hope to be back!“

“Feel like something's changed in the past year or so. The food doesn't seem as cared for and has lost some of it's charm. not sure if just a bad day or if the chef has changed but other way feeling a little sad. still tasty but not the WOW it was “

“Great little hole in the wall with some of the best bahn mi in the area. There’s way more filling than other places and they’re packed with more flavor. The pickled veggies in the sandwiches also cut through the richness really well. Pair it with the salty lemonade or fresh sugar cane juice!“

“A peaceful little spot in the middle of the busy city. Got my blood drawn (not here) and came here seeking solace.Devin smiled at me like an old friend who knows a secret. He made me a crepe and coffee and brought it to my table with a wise smile.The is this heaven crepe. Tastes like something I ate as a child. I don’t remember what it was, I just remember the joy it made me feel and the feeling my parents might get divorced soon.The plate was beautifully put together. I ate it like a ravenous stray dog. I feel my blood being restored. May only kindness walk through you door.Great place for a date.Kid-friendliness: Very annoying crying baby, nobody complained ?“

“It's near my house and I honestly was avoiding it for a while because the dishes wasn't good, it use to lack flavor and everything was cooked on the sweeter side. That was years ago. I'm pregnant this time around, and was craving bun Bo hue and decided to order to it on a whim from this place because door dashed delivered. OMG it was delicious, better than my mom's. And I have tried a lot of pho places and nothing ever compares to my mom's until now. The flavor was umami and meaty and I was so surprised. Tasted like they cooked it for hours with the right meats, it was deeppp in flavor. I talked to a friend about it and heard they changed the chef. I've also ordered banh xeo to go which was also very delicious and still crispy. They forgot my vegetables. We've gotten the 7 course beef dish which was okay, it's lacking some flavor, they charged us extra to replace the raw beef dish the first time, but not the second time. Normally at other places they don't charge you extra for replacing it. We've also ordered the catfish fried spring roll dish, the mam was excellent, they gave us the perfect amount of wraps and veggies. My only complaint was that it wasn't the right kind of crisp. You couldn't eat the fins, it wasn't flaky crispy. If you had this dish before you get what I mean. I've also gotten canh chua and ca co, which was pretty good. If I can't get it at home, I'd definitely order from there. It was a large serving enough for 4 people to eat. Canh chua wasn't overly sweet. Ca co (caramelized fish) was tasty too, I got salmon. Overall, this is my new go to Vietnamese restaurant in Randolph.“

“Overall rating: 4 Stars A solid banh mi spot but not the top PRO TIP: ONLY BANH MI SPOT I'VE FOUND SO FAR THAT DOES TOFU/VEGAN BANH MIFood: banh mi, baos, eggrolls, and vietnamese coffeeTexture: banh mi, the baguettes were fresh and crispy the pickled vegetables gave a nice crunch as well! Pricing: the banh mi here are on the steeper side going for $9 but it's probably due to being in the middle of Boston! A vietnamese coffee is $6Ambiance: The ambiance is unique, it's a mixture of a bunch of refurbished decor my friends and I find it funny when we see the American/pirate tablesSeating & Parking: 2 seats by the wall facing the banh mi counter and 4 seats to the left by the window, there is no parkingService: straight forward, may have a language barrier but the ladies there are kindMusic: noneBathroom: noneFinal comments: solid banh mi spot for lunch, fast service“

“This is the first time I've been to Cicada. Though I'm a coffee enthusiast, this is only the second time I've had Vietnamese coffee, and Cicada's coffee was delicious. Mildly sweet and velvety foam.Atmosphere was bright, calm, with upbeat music. Plenty of seats from 8-11 but could tell the lunch rush was picking up. Did not see outlets at first glance. Will be coming back for more!“

“We enjoyed the quaint, intimate ambiance and the delicious, flavorful, well balanced food here and are glad we went. The small wine list is well-curated and we enjoyed our drink choices. With a couple of easy tweaks this could become a 4.5 or 5 for me.First, just please filter your water! A simple carbon filter setup would get rid of the noxious and strong chlorine smell of "fresh" Somerville tap water. Either that or let the carafes of water sit for a couple of hours before serving. The smell was strong enough to interfere with the aroma of the wonderful food.Second, as others have said, the high top stools are backless and very uncomfortable. We might have stayed for dessert or another round of drinks if we weren't so uncomfortable by the end of the meal.Third, better communication from servers about expectations timing of plates. For two of us, we ordered 2 small plates and 2 entrees. The small plates came out one at a time, which is fine since we were planning to share anyway. But we were expecting the entrees to come out together and they came out almost 10 minutes apart. If that's the plan, you need to let guests know even entrees are served one at time for sharing and ask if that's ok! Not everyone can share plates due to dietary restrictions and it's just a matter of communication.“

“Quaint little ramen spot but perfect for anyone craving authentic ramen. They pack the broth separately for to go orders which is great for reheating later on. They add a cute piece of seaweed to the bowl too. Servers are super friendly and helpful towards first timers. Portions are filling and fresh. Barstool style seating indoors in the winter time!“

“I miss the days when these banh mis used to be $3. This was a go-to lunch spot for me when I worked in the area many years ago. Prices have gone up in general everywhere, so I can’t fault the place for that. The banh mis were very good from what I remember, but they weren’t the best that I’ve had. However, it is in an accessible area despite having no seating, and it is still a relatively cheap, filling meal.“

“I seriously miss this place and would come here every week if it was down the street from me! This spot is such a hidden gem, we loved every item we ordered from here! This is the first Vietnamese Restaurant I've seen in Boston to serve Mi Quang and DAMN was it FRICKEN GOOD! The egg noodles were just chewy enough and the sauce and broth were such a good complement to one another that this may just be my favorite Viet dishWe also ordered the Pho Dac Biet (Pho Special) and the broth tasted so pure, it was just simply fantastic. In addition, we also ordered beef summer rolls which were pretty great too. The restaurant itself seems family owned since it seemed like many locals were walking in and also chatting with the owner. It's about small-medium sized inside, but definitely can still fit a good number of tables. Waiter was very kind and made sure our table felt cared for despite all the tables he had to take care of himself! Can't wait to come back again!What we ordered:- Mi Quang (A MUST)- Pho Dac Biet (Pho Special)- Beef Summer Rolls“

“One of my favorite places in all of Boston. I've literally had dreams about their Tom Yum soup (although I haven't had anything else on the menu I didn't love, the Tom Yum is just next level). The appetizers are all delicious and the flan for dessert is a must!“

“Maybe the best part was the mello jazz that was playing! Very cool and relaxing.I got the chicken rice noodle soup that was perfect for this drizzly and cool day.Generous amounts of delicious shredded chicken and fresh basil made it special.“

“Finally some competition in Watertown for best boba place. Prices for boba are extremely reasonable and cheaper than most places. My order included one beef Bahn Mi, 2 crepe cakes, and 1 large Thai iced tea. The total including 18% tip came out to around 27$. The beef Bahn Mi was pretty tasty although I wish there was more of a paste/sauce in the sandwich. Crepe cakes were decent although they were frozen, and the Thai iced tea was pretty good, not too sweet or overwhelming. Ordering is mainly done on a kiosk due to space limitations/ employees, so I would suggest having your card on hand. Overall, very excited to finally have a shop in the square that is open past 3pm!“

“Tried Huong Que today and it was delicious! We ordered the scallion pancakes, chicken skewers, chicken pho and steamed clams with lemongrass. Everything was very flavorful, and the broth for the pho was excellent. the chicken skewers were my favorite dish :) Our server was very kind and attentive. I definitely recommend!“

“Everything I've had at Bánh Mì Lê is great! They have delicious sandwiches, spring rolls, drinks, and sweet soups. The employees are super friendly. When I first started going here, I didn't know anything about Vietnamese food. Now I eat here every week and love it.“

“Really liked the food. The service is wonderful.The one thing that I could recommend for improvement, in my opinion, is to totally change the music from rap/hip-hop/loud to soothing, soft, and graceful. That would make my eating experience so much more pleasant. Thank you very much.“

“Pho and Rice really impressed me, especially their Bun Bo Hue, which is the best I've ever had. Generous portions, rich flavors, and a cozy atmosphere make it a must-visit spot. Highly recommended for anyone craving authentic Vietnamese cuisine.“

“Had the beef noodle soup. Absolutely delicious, very bold and intense flavor. Very good on a chilly day.The dining area was very cold. It looked very plain , no pictures , nothing on the tables. Needs character if you want people to dine in. It reminded me of a cold deli counter.“

“I always get the Thai PhoGreat quality and used to be less than $16 but with extra meat and tip it's getting over $20 with tax and I just feel like I might stop the extra meet now :c but not their fault. Inflation sucks :D but great PHO will come back.“

“This place is SO GOOD! I just moved in down the street and am so happy to have a true, authentic viet spot close by!! I've only been in for a quick banh mi grab and haven't had the chance to order any pho, but I'm sure as the weather gets colder I'll be there daily. I'm so picky about vietnamese food bc my mom had a restaurant while I was growing up. I'm sad she never taught me to speak vietnamese but the women behind the counter are so helpful and kind regardless!Highly recommend :)“

“I love this place so much. My boyfriend introduced me to this place and I can't help but to come back for more. The bahn mi sandwhiches are AMAZING and I always get either the cold cut or the bbq pork. The service is amazing and very quick. The ambiance of the store is little and dainty, but they get the job done. I love this place with all my heart.“

“I was slightly anxious to enter this place but I don't regret it. It wasn't first time trying a Banh Mi and this place did not disappoint. I'm not a big pork/meat person so the amount of meat the sandwich had was fine for me. Customer service is definitely good as well. As a college student I also think it's pretty affordable and filling. The place is small but I believe that's what gives it it's welcoming ambiance.“

“Solid food at a very reasonable price but the shop is in distinct disrepair and the service is pretty slow, if it was just one or the other I wouldn't mind much for a counter service place but having to wait around in a derelict shop is unpleasant. Good chicken bahn mi!“

“Like similar, family-run Vietnamese delis, this is a simple, casual venue offering sandwiches and light dishes, with plenty of room to sit inside and enjoy your goodies after you order them at the counter. Think banh mi, pho, rice dishes, and bubble tea drinks. A cold cut banh mi, for example, featured a generously sized baguette that was reasonably filled with meats and veggies - a solid, delicious deal at $6. There are also ready-made appetizers and rolls, if I remember correctly, that you can grab to go. So if you're traveling along busy Main Street and are looking for a decent, healthier alternative to, say, American fast food at prices that are the same or even cheaper, then this is an excellent choice.“

“Always happy with this authentic Vietnamese cuisine! Very fresh. Staff is always welcoming. The pho and summer rolls are my go to. Delish!!!Vegetarian options: Many vegetarian options, including pho in vegetable broth. Chef is very open to accommodate requests. Not peanut free environment.“

“I ordered pad thai and rice noodles. Of all the pho restaurants I've tried since coming to Boston, this was the most delicious and friendly. The staff’s delicacy and professionalism gave me a great sense of trust! I was disappointed that the Pad Thai noodles were a bit short, but the seasoning was just right and I ordered it with a fork and was satisfied with both the quantity and taste.The rice noodles also have less MSG flavor, are refreshing, and have quite a lot of meat. It had a clean rice noodle flavor, so it suited my taste ^^“

“Great portions for great prices! I ordered a 5 piece chicken wing for 12.99 and the portions were HUGE. I only ended eating 3 wings which filled me up. Perfect seasoning and crisp. The mashed potatoes were also delicious, melted in my mouth. Definitely coming back here again! Support local businesses!“

“Service is really fast apparently. I called and was told 5-10 min for conch and pho. Traffic was horrendous and took me over an hour though.I’ve never had conch before. The seasoning was great (smokey, sweet, bright, crispy, and slight bit of spice) as was the peanut crunch, but I don’t think I like conch as a meat. It’s like the clam round posterior muscle thing, but that’s the entirety of it instead of only a portion.The pho was ok. Neither the best nor the worst I’ve had. The meat in the soup was very tender.Was just under $32 total. If the drive wasn’t so awful, I’d consider going again. Street parking. Interior is somewhat small.“

“Love the pho noodle bowls here. Takeout from this location is also excellent. The broth, noodles, veggie and meat are all packaged separately to be easily combined once home. It makes for the perfect meal on a cold winter night, which I love! Service is always very friendly and prompt. The spring rolls are also excellent, as well as the alcohol mixed drinks. Love that this location has a full bar and excellent mai tais.“

“It's very good, solid and I would dine here anytime. It's not too far and my Pho was an easy 5 star. Really big menu, a big dining room and good service. Please be sure to lock your car and don't talk to anyone approaching you. We saw a couple of unsavory's walking the lot and looking for an opportunity. (Pretty much a point off for that.) I had friends from Randolph, it was a great, safe town back in the day. Now it's a suburban hood like all the satellite towns around the city. With that change comes good, cheap and culturally diverse food. SilverLinings.org My seafood Pho was a huge bowl chock full of fish a few scallops and shrimp. I like it when they have 2 or 3 sizes for Pho. Of course, I get the largest size and why not for only another couple bucks. The broth was on the expected bland side and in need of enhancement. I'll get the beef next time. The summer roll looked good, the wrap was a bit thick and caused the roll to be chewy. I need to try it again. The peanut sauce while plentiful was loose and also not strong enough of a flavor. Overall: Price was good Food was good Service was good = 4“

“It’s just like u’re getting the mini baguettes in Paris. Stay fresh and crispy for all day, for next day just a few seconds put in bake in the toaster it’s like it comes alive again ? of course I mean it’s fresh and crispy again??. Also there are variety delicious VN.cold cuts and sausage for making the Vietnamese sub ( bánh mì).Store is clean, staff are courteous. Good place to get your good meal for a day?“

“Wow! This place is amazing. The food is good. The atmosphere is good, the price is good and the service is outstanding. I had a birthday dinner with my husband and it was the best. I am grateful for a wonderful dinner and friendly reception. A must go??“

“Love this sushi. The service is rushed, so they should work on customer service to make it a 5-star restaurant experience.We've gone 3 times, and all 3 times we are always being rushed to order, and then they bring everything at once, even if you asked for drinks and appetizers.We decided to do take-out to avoid getting rushed. Otherwise, the sushi is really good. It's a shame. They have good drinks too, but they haven't grasped the timing or demeanor to make eating-in an enjoyable experience.Vegetarian options: Nice section of vegetarian rolls. We tried the honey, and it was absolutely amazing. I am not a vegetarian, and yet I loved it! They had many creative vegetarian rolls.“

“Came here on the whim and tried the napoleon beef (Bo ne) and it's quite a different experience. The beef is sliced thin so don't expect a thick cut or even chunks of beef cube like the Bo loc luc. The beef I got taste good but it did have some veins which made it but chewy. I got rice instead of bread. Hint: don't forget to butter up the beef if you like the buttery flavor of steak.“

“There are not that many good restaurants in this food court anymore with pho viet, Kantin, and the Korean place (I don't remember what it was called but their kimbap was great) however this place still had an AMAZING bahn mi. They only offer the cold cut version but please trust me, it is the same satisfying as a bbq pork without it feeling heavy or overly sweet. Their cold cut banh mi is a great size, generous with the pate, fresh, and the bread is the perfect amount of chewy without it being soggy or too stale and stiff. The owners were very nice and gracious too! A great snack to munch on while your grocery shop or wait for the train. It is genuinely so tasty and feels good for your soul. Don't underestimate the cold cut banh mi !!!!!“

“We’re from New York, we were recommended to go here by the locals at the Asian market (truong thinh supermarket)and Vietnamese jewelry store. They recommended Saigon #1. We’ve only been there during lunch, My parents and I ordered the family style meal and it was so good! Offer a way better variety than the Viet restaurants in the Albany, NY area. Service was good, staff was friendly. I recommend this place if you’re in the area for a family style meal!“

“I got the soba noodle salad with kimchi, peanuts with their Gochujang chicken, topped off with their Spicy Peanut and the flavors were fantastic! Staff was also really nice and gave me some recommendations which were great! The location had multiple huge live plant walls that made the area looked awesome. Will definitely stop by again for lunch next time I am in the area.Kid-friendliness: brought my kid there asking if they had something for kids and they were able to throw together a kids bowl for my picky son that he absolutely loved!“

“Feb 2024: party of 2Everything was great, service impeccable, appetizers: shrimp toast- flavorful hues of shrimp and toasted to perfection, slightly oily but scrumptious and the dipping sauce enhanced the flavor. Didnt get the chance to take picture of the pho but it was pretty good. The seafood pho #25 was sweet but just added Sriracha to diversify the flavor.“

“Pho Viet II has evolved into a completely take out place now. They have been able to maintain their authentic high quality Vietnamese cuisine.My favorite is their beef with thick rice noodles and their spring rolls. Their pork sandwich is delicious too! I was delighted when they offered taro milk tea boba tea.“

“Came in for lunch and it was absolutely delicious! Had shrimp spring rolls, beef vermicelli and beef pho, with thai iced tea to drink. Service was really fast and the food was great.Parking: Parking lot for restaurant customers around the corner.“

“The menu is a bit cheaper than other Vietnamese Pho restaurants. Bun bo Hue is tasty and only $10.95. I love it. The reason for 4 stars because the egg rolls were not fresh and turning bad (smell, almost Stale). Recommended to try Bun bo Hue“

“I've ordered take-out here a few times and it has always been excellent! I recently ordered dinner for my family who unexpectedly dropped in and was able to get a range of meals and quickly as well. If you're not used to spice, their spice is a tad more than usual but I think it is excellent.Dietary restrictions: When asked about gluten for a Celiac family member they were able to let us know what to get and what to avoid very quickly!“

“Today is a perfect day to get che *unique Vietnamese drink*, so my friends and I decided to come here to enjoy it. The employees and the atmosphere in the shop are excellent. Unfortunately, today the shop encountered a customer who I think she doesn't have a good day. This customer uttered offensive words and insulted the staff, making one of them cry, even though that employee tried to explain that her son had ordered the wrong drink. I wonder, as a normal person, is it necessary to verbally abuse others over a few mistakes drink orders? It's disheartening to witness such behavior in a place that otherwise offers a pleasant experience.“

“I came here with my sister on a Friday night and a great place for your Vietnamese food fix. The service was good and the food came out not too long. I ordered the pho with beef and tripe and the broth was really good. They really garnish the pho broth really nicely and was very aromatic and hot and noodles were tender. Would definitely come back again.“

“Excellent place. Definitely a hike in the wall/dive-like shop. An unlikely place to find an excellent sandwich. They also have fresh spring rolls and other food items. A true hidden gem in Randolph. One of my favorite places to get lunch in my area.Parking: Parking is okay. There are other businesses and another restaurant. If you can’t find parking up front there is more on the side and in the back.“

“Very good eats at extremely fair prices. Their Vietnamese food is certainly the best of their offerings, but it's nicecthat they have some Thai and Japanese options as well. The service at this location is quite slow (but very friendly) so don't expect a quick meal.“

“Good price, and nice food.I only tried Pho there and wings(for got what other dishes I ordered), and I advise you just try it. The other asian foods on the menu, I won't say it's not good, but don't expect it to be too authentic.“

“I loved my meal here their vermicelli is so special it comes with other toppings/sides that regular vermicelli does not have! I also ordered the Vietnamese coffee with ube foam and it’s so good, their coffee is also stronger and “thicker” than other Vietnamese coffee I’ve had! The owner was also so kind he paid attention to our food and was so nice ?“