50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Fort Lee

“I honestly can’t remember how many times I’ve been back to this place, but that probably says enough on its own. The food here is genuinely excellent, especially the chicken pho. The chicken is tender, juicy, and full of flavor, and I really like how a squeeze of lime lifts the broth and makes it taste even brighter and fresher. The portions are generous, the service is consistently good, and the restaurant is always clean, well-kept, and nicely decorated. I often come here for lunch with my coworkers, and it has become one of those reliable spots we keep returning to. If there’s one downside, it’s that the restaurant only opens from lunchtime onward, so sadly it’s not an option when I’m craving a good bowl of pho in the morning.“

“Delicious chicken curry..“

“Pho was terrific. Meat was melt in your mouth tender“

“The Best Pho in NYC, the broth is delicious & Service fast and friendly. It been my 3rd time here. I was not disappointed. I recommend all my friends.“

“Drinks are extremely unique and delicious. Loved the use of the shrimp paste in their drinks. It adds just the right amount of nuance in a drink. Banh mi was also delicious and it was great that it came with a side of truffle soup. Earth and Nicky were fantastic at the bar. Cant wait to come back with friends soon.“

“The Bad :
Take Out only
No Tofu options
Veggie Summer roll inedible due to yellow colored iceberg lettuce.

The Good :
Veggie dumplings Big and stuffed with quality veggies unlike most Chinese places. Enjoyed them very much.
Grilled salmon in ginger sauce with bok choy and brocoli delicious .
White rice sticky and great flavor just plain.“

“Check them out!! Very good pricing.“

“Amazing food - highly recommended!“

“I've had Bahn Mi's all over NYC but this place is the most flavorful. They pack the sandwich with well marinated veggies, the meats are always tender and bread is nice and crusty. The prices are reasonable too at $11. I wish they offered appetizers too like fried spring rolls.“

“If you’re in the Bronx and love Vietnamese food, you are in for a treat. This place is easily one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in New York. The pho is so flavorful and filling especially with the beef and pickled vegetables. The rice and pork with fresh vegetables is so good. The rice goes so well with the crunchy vegetables and the grilled pork chop. Overall, this place is so good.“

“Delicious food. Super crowded and annoying to eat there but staff is super attentive and will try their best to make you feel comfortable.

2nd time. Will return for sure.

Special Request > SALMON banh mi :)“

“Saigon Social is an amazing Vietnamese restaurant in the LES of Manhattan. Owned and operated by Helen Nguyen who uses her wonderful restaurant to prepare food for those in need for various organizations in NYC. She is a wonderful person and an amazing chef using her classical training to prepare amazingly authentic and forward thinking Vietnamese dishes. It’s a must visit!!!!“

“We were running late for our reservation, but the staff still welcomed us warmly and got us seated right away. The service was fast, friendly, and attentive throughout our meal.

We ordered quite a few dishes, and everything was delicious. The flavors were authentic and reminded us of the food back home in Vietnam. The portions and prices felt very reasonable for New York.

One of our favorite parts was the outdoor seating. Sitting on the sidewalk in small plastic chairs felt just like being back in Vietnam, enjoying street food on a busy afternoon. It created such a fun and nostalgic atmosphere.

If you're looking for authentic Vietnamese food, great service, and a unique dining experience in NYC, Mắm is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back the next time we're in New York!“

“A great place to eat I love their pho chicken sandwiches but best of all their curry chicken soup is really good as well.My son introduced me to this place and it's been a favorite of mine ever since. 😋 👌 😊“

“Obao is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC! I have never been disappointed here. Best atmosphere, staff, food, and drinks all for a reasonable price. Highly, highly recommend!!! Especially the calamari 😋“

“Nice and warm. The food was Delicious!!n definitely will be back!“

“Tasty & Tasty & Tasty & Tasty Beer“

“I love this place very much. I have to write a review because this place is very special to me now and I have to express my gratitude. I've been coming here with my father for some time now, and today we had the super delicious crepe, calamari, and pho, SO DELICIOUS and after finishing the meal with my father, he said that it has been a while since he ate so deliciously. Because of things that have happened to our family in recent years, meals that feel warm don't come as often anymore. So him saying that today filled me with relief. We always leave Sao Mai smiling because we eat so much and laugh about how full we are. In this restaurant, I get to have a meal with my father that feels so welcome, and provides me with a comfort of being in the moment with him.

Every single meal we have here is met with the utmost care, not just because we are customers, but because we can tell that they really do care. I truly truly truly cannot recommend this place enough. The pho is so hearty, their apps are unmatched, and seriously a gem. Also their Vietnamese iced coffee? OOOOOOOOO it is so good. It is strong AS IT SHOULD BE and just refreshes me everytime. SAO MAI MY DAD AND I LOVE YOU!“

“The food here is soo good. Every now and then I stop buying food outside because food is way too expensive and sometimes it’s just not that good. I was so hungry and walked by and wanted to finally try it after having passed it a few times… No regrets at all!!! The staff there are so patient and chill. I got the lemongrass chicken rice bowl and it was just so good. Decent prices, clean shop with seating, good flavorful food. Dk when I’ll be back but I’m excited to try some other stuff“

“Tried their OG Banh Mi, and WOW.... the baguette was incredible, easily one of the best Banh Mis I've ever had. The coconut cream coffee was also delicious and paired perfectly with the sandwich. Can't wait to go back and try more from the menu.

One tip: instead of waiting in line for hours, I ordered online for pickup. super quick and convenient. That said, I'd love to dine in next time to enjoy the full experience.“

“WonderPho is wonderful!! We found this restaurant on our recent visit to NYC and it has to be one of the best Pho restaurants we've been to in the country. The portion sizes are excellent, the service is outstanding, and the flavors are rich and delicious! The entire crew was so kind and welcoming, especially Jeff who take such good care of us tableside! We will definitely be back anytime we are in NY!!“

“So happy I stumbled upon this restaurant - spent 2 weeks in Vietnam over Christmas and this brought me right back! Pho is just as amazing as in Vietnam - have tried a couple of places since back but this is just the best❤️
Very reasonable- super nice staff - very busy take-out but so nice to eat there too ! My new go to place when in the area and I will walk out of my way to get there !“

“The Best Pho in NYC, the broth is delicious & Service fast and friendly. It been my 3rd time here. I was not disappointed. I recommend all my friends.“

“Great foods especially pho; highly recommended!“

“this place is no joke. This is the real deal if you love Vietnamese Pho this is where you should come very fresh fragrant, and well cooked menu options.

I’m a big soup and broth fan and I can tell good quality. Definitely come here for some good Vietnamese Pho soup

Their cabbage and chicken salad was also really really delicious and healthy“

“Obao is one of my favorite restaurants in NYC! I have never been disappointed here. Best atmosphere, staff, food, and drinks all for a reasonable price. Highly, highly recommend!!! Especially the calamari 😋“

“This has got to be some of the best pho broth I have had in the area, to the point where I did not need to put any sauces to alter the taste. The beef combination had the perfect amount of meat and noodles to satisfy, not too much and not too little. I highly recommend the spot. 10/10.“

“Excellent food and a wide variety of options. Have enjoyed everything we’ve ordered.“

“Wonderful restaurant with beyond wonderful and fast service...some of the best pho I have had in forever! And the server was so wonderful to put up with our group. The amount of food you get is beyond amazing and delicious! Definitely would come here again and would recommend it to everyone!“

“This place exceeded my expectations in every way. The menu offered many delicious options, and each dish was full of flavor and carefully prepared. The service was professional and quick, and the staff maintained a positive attitude throughout our visit. A wonderful restaurant for both casual dining and special occasions.“

“Pho was amazing.. 10/10..“

“great Vietnamese sandwich and a lot of variety.“

“My friends took me here and I honestly enjoyed everything we ordered. The flavors felt fresh, balanced, and very comforting from start to finish. Every dish that came to the table disappeared pretty quickly, which is usually a good sign.

That being said, I do not have enough experience with Vietnamese cuisine to judge how traditional or authentic it is compared to other places. I can only speak as someone who simply enjoyed the meal a lot.

The atmosphere was casual and welcoming, and it felt like one of those places people come back to regularly. I would definitely return to explore more of the menu next time“

“Found a solid spot inside LIC Food Hall — Pho Vital 🍜
They have lots of options and combo meals that are actually worth it. We got the lemongrass chicken rice and grilled pork vermicelli, both super flavorful and surprisingly light. The chicken was so juicy and well marinated, and everything came with fresh veggies on the side.

Also tried the warm ginger apple tea and Thai tea — both hit the spot. Perfect place for a refreshing meal when NYC weather gets hot ☀️“

“Pho has great flavor and there are a lot of boba options to choose from. One small recommendation could be to allow people to customize the sweetness of the boba.

Knocking off a star because this place is quite slow. It consistently takes 20-30 mins for pho to come out even when the store is empty. The employees look like they’re working hard the whole time, so I think management probably should try to figure out a way to speed things up operationally.

Also the “contact us” link on their website is broken (which is why I’m writing this review instead of emailing them).“

“I just ordered a smoked Brisket Pho, the Brisket was well cooked, the Broth was savory. Highly recommend!!!!!“

“We’ve lived next door for a while now and I’m not sure why it took us so long to try out the food from here.

Ordered fried fish báhn mi and grilled chicken noodle bowl for takeout.

Both items were phenomenal.

I’m not much of a sandwich person, and other báhn mi’s I’ve tried have not been standouts. But this one is. The bread to filling ratio is perfect, and the bread they use is just really good bread. Flavourful, generous, filling and delicious, I think I may love báhn mi’s now.

The grilled chicken noodle bowl was so refreshing! It served genuine flavours and really fresh vegetables.

Generous portions, fresh ingredients, authentic flavours, I’m excited to eat my way through their menu.

So glad to find another neighbourhood gem.“

“Delicious, flavorful, and authentic food with generous portion sizes for a good price. We were seated quickly. Dining staff were very attentive and welcoming.“

“Came here for the first time and had a delightful experience. The service was quick, the staff were attentive and the food was fantastic! The wings were crispy and flavorful, the entrees had just the right amount of spice, and the coffee and matcha milk cake are worth going for by themselves. Highly recommend, I will definitely be back!“

“Popped in last night with 4 young adults. The staff were super friendly, really helpful and the Food was probably the best that I've had in NYC this week. Great range of food, reasonably priced and massive portions. The food was super quick arriving but we did not feel rushed at all and enjoyed and lovely evening. Would Recommend!“

“Yummy yummy Good service Nice place“

“The pho here is absolutely delicious! The broth is rich and flavorful, and the portions are generous. It’s definitely one of those places you keep coming back to. Just keep in mind that it can get pretty busy, so there might be a bit of a wait during peak hours. But honestly, it’s totally worth it!“

“Delicious food and cool atmosphere. My place in NYC“

“I’ve been to quite a few Vietnamese places in the city but this place has my heart. The broth is so flavorful, and the prices are affordable. Customer service is quite good as well. I would eat there almost everyday if I could. It’s that good!“

“Twin Tails is excellent Thai-Vietnamese fusion. Excellent-tasting natural food every time with great sauces, spices and textures. I've tried probably close to half of their menu by now. Relatively fast service even when busy. Availability is good - have always been able to get a seat with no or minimal wait (but we'd like to keep it that way so don't share this place with too many people). Convenient location. Not too noisy or crowded. Nice interior decor and vibes. Very reasonable prices given all aspects including food quality. Some tables are slightly small (depending on how much you order), but if you sit on a sofa or next to the windows there's at least more space to place unchecked belongings, etc. Something for essentially everyone on the menu, whether you're pescetarian (like me), a regular omnivore, carnivore or herbivore (vegan/plant-based).“

“our server was very helpful and friendly. she answered all of our questions about the food I highly recommend the beef stew with noodles.“

“Efficient Vietnamese and Chinese BBQ restaurant. Food came out lightning face and service was efficient as well. Minimal talking.

Food was good and the price was fair with good value. 3 meats with rice plus veggies was $15 plus 18% gratuity automaticly added.

If you want a quick bite of authentic Chinese and or Vietnamese eats very good place to stop for a quick bite.“

“I recently found out about this place and I’ve been getting them ever since

It’s a small family business and they’re incredible, from their Pho, to Thai iced tea, and their lemon grass BBQ menu. Can’t go wrong, would definitely recommend stopping by if your in the area“

“I found this place on Google, and it’s truly a hidden gem near the World Trade Center. The pho is authentic, flavorful, and comes in generous portions. The prices are very reasonable—honestly quite affordable for New York. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Vietnamese pho!“

“I love the #5 but it’s almost never available whenever I visit. Ugh. But I’m still giving tenten 5 stars because when I am lucky enough to order #5, I forgive them immediately. Other menu items are super flavorful, too. Also I love their condiments. Please please please sell your hot sauce separately!!!!!!“