incredible pho. flavorful depth, tender, fresh. very nice service and peaceful atmosphere. will be back many times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hugh Russell
Amazing flavors! MSG free! Amazing Hostess and Cook Kim!!! And she made me a special Pho! It's been here since 1978!!! Great place for your parties! Just call Kim and book it ahead of time...
Rosa Silver
Been here since 1978- prices are great. Lovely hostess Kim- NO MSG!! She cooks to order- can modify for specific diets. Flavors were wonderful!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carroll Wall
Excellent freshly made salad rolls. Peanut sauce had silky texture and rich flavor. Tofu vermicelli bowl comes with tasty vegan chili lime sauce. Veggies were crisp and noodles cooked just right. Super bright tasting mint really added dimension. The presentation was very pretty. You could tell they took care with it. Do recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caleb Coppock
Love the food here! The steamed rice crepes are really delicious and the Soy Sauce Eggplant had the perfect char to them. They seem to do all the familiar flavors better than most.
Hope more people give them a try!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
m s
We ate their for the first time last night. I've been wanting to try it for a long time and when I figured out they also have vegetarian and vegan options we checked it out.
The food was really good, the prices were really good and the service was really good.
You will most likely be greeted by the owner who will also be your server and chef. She does it all. Its a great neighborhood find. Parking is easy. This is a hidden gem that deserves our support.
I highly recommend you check it out.
Mark
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daphne Eck Coppock
I had the eggplant with soy sauce and rice. It was the best I’ve had! My partner had a crepe and it was equally delicious. The service was lovely too. We will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Emily Nguyen
My family and I were visiting and decided to check this place out for dinner. And this place absolutely delivered!! The owner is so kind and personable. They have pear trees out in the parking lot and when my mom asked about it, the owner gave us a bag of pears!! So so generous!! The atmosphere is very casual and comfortable. For the food, it hit the spot oh my goodness. The fish sauce wings (under appetizers) were so crispy and not oily whatsoever. The catfish was sweet and nicely balanced with the rice. And my favorite would have to be the canh chua tom, tasted exactly like home. My mom ordered the bun bo, I didn’t try it personally but she said that there was a generous amount of just about everything that should be in a bun Bo and that it suited her taste palette well. Definitely check this place out and support a local business!!
Food: 5
Michael McPhee
Bun cha is to die for, will be coming back
Food: 5
Service: 5
Antoinette Phonharath
I sought out to get a bowl of pho solo for lunch before hitting the farmers market. I ordered the banh cuon and pho Hanoi.
Banh cuon was warm with fresh toppings and a perfect nuoc mam.
Hanoi style pho, I discovered on my trip to Hanoi, is different from southern style which is what I grew up eating in Portland. Hanoi style has a lighter broth and flavor is more beef forward than spice forward. I added Thai Basil, jalapeños and lemon juice. No hoisin or sriracha was brought out so I went without. The pho tasted like the bowls I’ve had in Hanoi but with more generous amounts of meat.
The dining area was very empty so I greatly enjoyed a quiet solo dining experience, but I hope more and more people come and check this neighborhood gem out.
Visited: Friday 7/21/2025, Hanoi Kitchen – Portland, OR
New Business Hours posted on front door (as of March 2025, posted on their website): Friday to Monday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, reopen 5:00 PM–8:00 PM Closed: Tuesday–Thursday
This summer’s obsession for bánh cuốn brought me back to PDX after a weekend in Westminster and Garden Grove, CA. I finally gave Hanoi Kitchen a go even though I’ve driven past them for 4 years.
I called ahead around noon to ask if they could set aside a bánh cuốn for dinner. They confirmed they only make a limited batch in the morning and reheat per order, but assured me the texture would still be soft, not chewy.
We came in at 6:15 PM as a party of 3. Only one dine-in customer was finishing up and two to-go orders were picked up during our meal.
What we ordered: -1 Bánh Cuốn ($14) -Combo A – Cá Bông Lau Kho Tộ & Canh Chua Tôm ($18) -Combo B – Sườn Ram Me & Canh Khoai Tây ($18) -1 Cà Phê Sữa Đá ($7) -1 dozen Organic Eggs ($6) Total: $64
Food Notes: -Bánh cuốn was soft as promised. The chả lụa texture was softer than I like, and the fish sauce was just okay. I will continue my quest for Bánh Cuốn or until the obsession wears off. -Combo A: The catfish fillet (skinless, unlike the traditional round cut bone-in with skin) was decent for the sauce but lack deep as expected. The soup had sprouts, pineapple, Thai chili, and bạc hà (though replaced with celery). Flavor was light and lacked the depth we’re used to. -Combo B: Tamarind pork was well-balanced, but the canh khoai tây would’ve been better with short ribs or bone-in cuts instead of straight chewy pork meat. -Coffee was slow-dripped as ordered because they told us so. Standard taste, though I prefer a stronger brew and a better coffee-to-condensed-milk ratio. -The dozen organic eggs were pre-packed and stored in the fridge, which I appreciated.
Other Details: -Street parking available along NE Glisan, plus a private lot in back. -Decor is dated, inside and out. The neighborhood feels a bit rough, which may explain the limited hours. -Toilet seat covers were out in the ladies’ room, so I took one from the men’s room since we were the only customers at the time.
Overall: A quiet, family-run spot that really does feel like eating in someone’s home. You can hear your food being cooked in the kitchen. The meal satisfied our cravings for comfort Vietnamese dishes without having to cook. We’ll return for the same dishes next time the craving hits.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Brittany Cabeje
Authentic and legit! I got a vegetarian pho and am normally disappointed in the veggies, but wow this place does it right! I was impressed with both the freshness of the veggies and the variety. Excellent flavor, you could tell the chef is intentional! I ordered take out but was impressed with the atmosphere and very friendly staff for the short time I was in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Pho
Melanie G
Disappointed that the menu price posted online isn't the true menu price and there are extra cost to to go orders.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Iris S. Le
Husband was craving Bun Cha. Ordered Bun Cha (not in picture), Rice Plate Special (com tom), and Shaken Beef. The Bun Cha tasted good but we only got a small amount of vermicelli noodles. The Shaken Beef was flavorful but a bit chewy. Would recommend the Rice Plate Special.
incredible pho. flavorful depth, tender, fresh. very nice service and peaceful atmosphere. will be back many times.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing flavors! MSG free! Amazing Hostess and Cook Kim!!! And she made me a special Pho! It's been here since 1978!!! Great place for your parties! Just call Kim and book it ahead of time...
Been here since 1978- prices are great. Lovely hostess Kim- NO MSG!! She cooks to order- can modify for specific diets. Flavors were wonderful!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent freshly made salad rolls. Peanut sauce had silky texture and rich flavor.
Tofu vermicelli bowl comes with tasty vegan chili lime sauce. Veggies were crisp and noodles cooked just right. Super bright tasting mint really added dimension. The presentation was very pretty. You could tell they took care with it. Do recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love the food here! The steamed rice crepes are really delicious and the Soy Sauce Eggplant had the perfect char to them. They seem to do all the familiar flavors better than most.
Hope more people give them a try!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
We ate their for the first time last night. I've been wanting to try it for a long time and when I figured out they also have vegetarian and vegan options we checked it out.
The food was really good, the prices were really good and the service was really good.
You will most likely be greeted by the owner who will also be your server and chef. She does it all. Its a great neighborhood find. Parking is easy. This is a hidden gem that deserves our support.
I highly recommend you check it out.
Mark
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the eggplant with soy sauce and rice. It was the best I’ve had! My partner had a crepe and it was equally delicious. The service was lovely too. We will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My family and I were visiting and decided to check this place out for dinner. And this place absolutely delivered!! The owner is so kind and personable. They have pear trees out in the parking lot and when my mom asked about it, the owner gave us a bag of pears!! So so generous!! The atmosphere is very casual and comfortable. For the food, it hit the spot oh my goodness. The fish sauce wings (under appetizers) were so crispy and not oily whatsoever. The catfish was sweet and nicely balanced with the rice. And my favorite would have to be the canh chua tom, tasted exactly like home. My mom ordered the bun bo, I didn’t try it personally but she said that there was a generous amount of just about everything that should be in a bun Bo and that it suited her taste palette well. Definitely check this place out and support a local business!!
Food: 5
Bun cha is to die for, will be coming back
Food: 5
Service: 5
I sought out to get a bowl of pho solo for lunch before hitting the farmers market. I ordered the banh cuon and pho Hanoi.
Banh cuon was warm with fresh toppings and a perfect nuoc mam.
Hanoi style pho, I discovered on my trip to Hanoi, is different from southern style which is what I grew up eating in Portland. Hanoi style has a lighter broth and flavor is more beef forward than spice forward. I added Thai Basil, jalapeños and lemon juice. No hoisin or sriracha was brought out so I went without. The pho tasted like the bowls I’ve had in Hanoi but with more generous amounts of meat.
The dining area was very empty so I greatly enjoyed a quiet solo dining experience, but I hope more and more people come and check this neighborhood gem out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Best Vietnamese food in Portland
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visited: Friday 7/21/2025, Hanoi Kitchen – Portland, OR
New Business Hours posted on front door (as of March 2025, posted on their website):
Friday to Monday: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, reopen 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
Closed: Tuesday–Thursday
This summer’s obsession for bánh cuốn brought me back to PDX after a weekend in Westminster and Garden Grove, CA. I finally gave Hanoi Kitchen a go even though I’ve driven past them for 4 years.
I called ahead around noon to ask if they could set aside a bánh cuốn for dinner. They confirmed they only make a limited batch in the morning and reheat per order, but assured me the texture would still be soft, not chewy.
We came in at 6:15 PM as a party of 3. Only one dine-in customer was finishing up and two to-go orders were picked up during our meal.
What we ordered:
-1 Bánh Cuốn ($14)
-Combo A – Cá Bông Lau Kho Tộ & Canh Chua Tôm ($18)
-Combo B – Sườn Ram Me & Canh Khoai Tây ($18)
-1 Cà Phê Sữa Đá ($7)
-1 dozen Organic Eggs ($6)
Total: $64
Food Notes:
-Bánh cuốn was soft as promised. The chả lụa texture was softer than I like, and the fish sauce was just okay. I will continue my quest for Bánh Cuốn or until the obsession wears off.
-Combo A: The catfish fillet (skinless, unlike the traditional round cut bone-in with skin) was decent for the sauce but lack deep as expected. The soup had sprouts, pineapple, Thai chili, and bạc hà (though replaced with celery). Flavor was light and lacked the depth we’re used to.
-Combo B: Tamarind pork was well-balanced, but the canh khoai tây would’ve been better with short ribs or bone-in cuts instead of straight chewy pork meat.
-Coffee was slow-dripped as ordered because they told us so. Standard taste, though I prefer a stronger brew and a better coffee-to-condensed-milk ratio.
-The dozen organic eggs were pre-packed and stored in the fridge, which I appreciated.
Other Details:
-Street parking available along NE Glisan, plus a private lot in back.
-Decor is dated, inside and out. The neighborhood feels a bit rough, which may explain the limited hours.
-Toilet seat covers were out in the ladies’ room, so I took one from the men’s room since we were the only customers at the time.
Overall: A quiet, family-run spot that really does feel like eating in someone’s home. You can hear your food being cooked in the kitchen. The meal satisfied our cravings for comfort Vietnamese dishes without having to cook. We’ll return for the same dishes next time the craving hits.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Authentic and legit! I got a vegetarian pho and am normally disappointed in the veggies, but wow this place does it right! I was impressed with both the freshness of the veggies and the variety. Excellent flavor, you could tell the chef is intentional! I ordered take out but was impressed with the atmosphere and very friendly staff for the short time I was in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Pho
Disappointed that the menu price posted online isn't the true menu price and there are extra cost to to go orders.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Husband was craving Bun Cha. Ordered Bun Cha (not in picture), Rice Plate Special (com tom), and Shaken Beef. The Bun Cha tasted good but we only got a small amount of vermicelli noodles. The Shaken Beef was flavorful but a bit chewy. Would recommend the Rice Plate Special.
Kid-friendliness: Highchair available
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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