48 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Philadelphia

“Definitely the best Pho joint in Philly. This is one of the Pho 75 mini-chain restaurants starting in DC & Northern VA area (7 corners). Solid broth, chewy noodles and loads of different cut of meats. Add-on prices are also reasonable ($2.5 for meatballs as an example). Service is just meh... but you don't come here for service....“

“Literally one of my favorites in Philly, Bistro Southeast never disappoints! I have eaten here too many times to not have written a review yet. The food is always flavorful, fresh, and hot. What I like most is that it is always consistent and the portions are sizable. The crab fried rice is my favorite item on their menu but everything I’ve tried has been amazing. The wings are crispy and well seasoned, the salads are refreshing and feeling, the mango sticky rice is the perfect balance of sweet and savory…I’ve tried other dishes as well, just too many to list haha! In addition to the food, the service is great. The staff is always so friendly, they play apart in how frequently I eat there as well. I don’t have any pictures of my food because when I remember to take them my food is already half gone.“

“Nam Phuong is definitely a go too for traditional Vietnamese comfort food and many choices to pick from with their extensive menu. We opted for the family dinner of 4. This is the best options that includes appetizers, various options of fish, beef, soup and dessert. The clay pot fish and lotus salad is so good. Service is quick and friendly. They have so many waiters ready to refill your water and take away empty plate. They keep an eye on your rice too in case you need more. Only complaint is the restroom. It needs to be clean daily and ensure no foul smell. Warning, you will lose your appetite if you use the restroom then return to the tables. Overall good dining options around Washington Ave. Food is ok and nothing fancy. Price is fair.“

“seems like a family owned restaurant! I’ve never had chicken pho before so I wasn’t sure what to expect, but the broth was fairly similar to beef pho but cleaner. Their pho bowls are one size only, but it is very large. We got two bowls of plain pho with 1/2 chicken the first time we went, and our total was about $40-$50. 1/2 chicken was definitely a lot for two people, so we ended up getting 1/4 chicken today (total of $27) and it was the perfect portion. They serve cold tea, which was very nice and refreshing. Parking is difficult to find on weekends, but the lot is generally empty on weekdays.“

“The food is amazing and not the typical Vietnamese offering. The restaurant switches up the menu quite frequently, so you almost never know what is going to be available when you go there. It is definitely a great date place and it is located in a very fun neighborhood.“

“Best place ever in Philly for authentic Cambodian food. Mama been cooking forever, please don’t forget to tip them. This truly is a small business that deserves its recognition. Lok lak is YUM (beef salad dish), mi ka thaong (flattened noodles) is one of my go-to’s, their homemade pho is spectacular. Everytime im in south Philly, this stop is a marvel. 💗🪷 love to this store“

“I had the bahn mi hoagie and it was one of the best that I’ve had anywhere.The sauce that the tofu was cooked in made this meal remarkably…And it had a lot of the usual veggies in it as well….The in-house menu listed vegetarian and vegan options right below the regular options for each menu section…easy to find.“

“Stumbled upon an authentic Vietnamese hole-in-the-wall gem! Their pho and bún bò Huế are the real deal—rich, flavorful, and made just right. Washed it down with a perfectly bold Vietnamese coffee. Pure comfort in every sip and bite. Cash only and plenty of time parking. Use the lot that is near by as it is free for 2 hours. They also have a restroom.“

“I really like this restaurant, however I was disappointed with the food tonight“

“Amazing little family owned spot in Kensington that’s underrated and under the radar! This to me is the spirit of Philadelphia, punching above its weight and still crushing nonetheless. We had the Bun Canh and the Bun Bo Hue (highly recommended by Frankie from nearby Caphe Roasters). Both had deep, nuanced flavors in their respective broths, and bouncy, fresh noodles. We will be back to try other items on the menu. Heartily recommended!“

“Amazing food and staff. We love jasmine. She makes the best drinks and has the best personality. The owners are the nicest people. Food is consistent and one of the best in the city.“

“This place is a GEM hiding in plain sight! The food is GREAT. (The space is a former long-time Chinese-American spot, so don't get worried about the atmosphere or service.)

Curious for a long time and more, I ordered Summer Rolls (#2), Shrimp Summer Rolls (#3), and Spring Rolls (#1). I ate the first two (two of each per order, fyi) and they were SPECTACULAR. Particularly with the table side brown sauce and chili dips that were available. The Shrimp Summer Rolls are filled with veggies, clear noodles and come with two large shrimp. The wrap of the roll is also clear, so you see what you get. GET THIS.

Next, I got three Bahn Mi Hoagies. Pork (#18), Chicken (#19), and Tofu (#20). I had the Pork and Chicken. Like the Rolls, they were GREAT and of course I added the above sides.

Regarding the Spring Roll (#3) and the Tofu Banh Mi hoagie (#20), I brought this to a family member who is part Asian and a Pacific Islander. She said the food was *a ten*.

Finally, I got Fried Dumplings (#12). Same as above. ?

At the end of my visit, pleasantries were exchanged in French (the colonial experience) and it was a perfect finishing touch to this awesome, rather unplanned experience.

GO HERE. SUPPORT SOUTH STREET.

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Vegetarian options: My mention family member here is vegetarian and is highly complimentary of the food eaten here.“

“This family owned restaurant is a gem in South Philly. Inconspicuously located on Broad Street, when you step in you are kindly greeted.

The staff is wonderful, kind, and will strike up a conversation. The service is incredibly fast.

The food is delicious. I recommend the Pho and the Pork Banh Mi. The Pho broth is one of the best in Philly.

The price has gone up in the past years, but I'll blame it on inflation nationally. Pho will be $12-15. The Banh mi is relatively cheap at $6-9.

I would 100% recommend and would happily eat here again.

Wheelchair accessibility: Stairs to get to dining area would make wheelchair access very difficult.“

“Thx 2 Chopped, I ate here! Best decision ever, tremendous food, Banh Mi Breakfast sandwich and their Sweet Bacon Jam Redux sandwich are incredible.“

“Super fresh everything a must go to for all.....“

“Very authentic Vietnamese food in an Asian plaza. The food was great!! Had the pho, short rib and pork chop!! All were cocked perfectly to my liking. Got the little ones a spring roll they really enjoyed it. The broth in the pho was very tasty also, we will be back next time we are in Philly .“

“Omg !! I just ordered a Chicken Pho during my lunch break today and this Pho has to be the best one I have ever tried. At first when I smelled the broth alone I wasn't impressed once I tasted it was a game changer. And definitely once I put the noodles, chicken, and fried garlic and a little bit of Sriracha sauce in the broth I was in love !! For me this has to be the #1 Pho spot I've been to. I'm soo glad I gave them a try !! ❤?“

“I came here for the first time today (July 21 at 1 PM), and wow, this place blew me away. The food was phenomenal and packed with flavor, but what really made my visit unforgettable was the service.

From the second I walked in, the entire staff was all smiles, friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. I wish I remembered the name of the bald waiter who helped me because he was AMAZING. Not only did he walk me through the menu (as a first-timer), but he also showed me how to properly use the dipping sauces. Super helpful without ever making me feel awkward or rushed.

When I asked for my food to go, he even gave me extra rice to take home! And get this, I accidentally almost left with their water cup, and instead of making it weird, he handed me a to-go cup of water without me even asking. That’s top-tier hospitality.

You can tell the team here really cares and works hard. I left full, happy, and seriously impressed. I’m already planning my next visit. If you’re thinking about coming, DO IT. You won’t regret it.

Also the music was very peaceful!“

“It’s a cute cafe. Banh Mi is good . Love how they use seeded bread. I like the blended espresso and my daughter likes the cookies & cream.😋 The catering food was delicious . My guests liked the shrimp tapioca wrapped in banana leaves. Spring rolls was very stuffed with lots of meat . Highly recommend this place!“

“Corey’s is the best Vietnamese food we’ve ever had outside of Vietnam. And, Corey is quite possibly the nicest guy on earth. The food is phenomal, the service great, and you can feel great about supporting a family owned local business!“

“Came here with a friend for lunch and the food was both VERY reasonably priced and absolutely delicious. I got a mango-jackfruit smoothie and tried some of my friend's lemongrass tofu - both were fantastic. Will absolutely come back if I'm in Philly again!“

“the waiters are very attentive. the soup is full of flavor and the veg like basil..peppers are very fresh. this is Def my #1 pho place“

“Delicioso , se come muy bien .“

“My Favorite spot I love the crab Rangoon s The chicken and beef brisket Pho is the best. They never disappoint. They have smoothies strawberry and mango are my go to flavors. All the food is very fresh . The food is prepared fast. The staff is friendly. The restaurant and restrooms are very clean and modern. Ample parking.“

“Go here. You won’t be disappointed“

“Good Quality Place to Eat, small menu. You can tell that they put in a lot of effort into their dishes.“

“What a gem of a spot! As an Asian food lover, this Vietnamese eatery quickly became a favorite in the neighborhood. Their summer rolls, bánh mì, and caramel coffee are incredible—the coffee, especially, hits the perfect sweet spot. I’ve already returned several times, and I know I’ll be back again!“

“delicious, some of the best pho I've had. and the dumplings were amazing as well. the food was done very quick after I ordered online and was still very hot when I got there to pick it up.“

“Just had the best banh mi sandwich of my life! Bread was warm and flaky, filling was spicy but not overwhelming, everything was fresh, and it came out in the time it took me to go wash my hands—all for under $6! I stumbled on this place with no expectations, but cannot WAIT to eat here again.“

“I stumbled upon this hidden gem a few weeks ago heading to a different restaurant but this one caught my attention, it’s BYOB as well the Pho and chicken and shrimp tempura is theeeee best, the Pho soup was so flavorful and the beef was cooked just right, the service was very good food came out nice and hot, it’s a nice chill atmosphere and they got some good music on the playlist, I have been here 2x since. Only place I go now when I want Pho.

Parking: On street parking“

“Go here. You won’t be disappointed“

“This was the perfect restaurant for my birthday celebration. The service was on point and the food was amazing! The pho and spring rolls were delicious. The cocktails are inventive and pair perfectly with the cuisine. The black sesame ice cream was a perfect way to end the night (plus the espresso martini).“

“Just like any other restaurant, you have to know what you're ordering. The food here is delicious. The price is fair and you get what you pay for. The place seems clean. The service is great.

Kid-friendliness: Friendly

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes“

“Let’s start with the Banh Beo Chen! It’s a small-steamed rice cake topped with mushroom/grounded pork sauce. It came steaming hot and super delicious! Add a bit of fish sauce and hot chili and it will be the best thing you ever try!

The Mi Quang was also full of flavor. It’ll the mid-Viet style that is being transpire into their recipe. It reminds me of the true Miền Trung style food that you get from home.

The store was super clean and there is a wide variety of drinks as well. Their food menu is small but it focuses on the Mid region of Vietnam. We’ll be back to try more!“

“Amazing sandwiches served by the friendliest staff. And the boba drinks are amazing!“

“Pretty good. Torn on whether I would go back or not, though.

Had the rice vermicelli with pork and the appetizer salt and pepper chicken wings. There was an ample amount of pork in the vermicelli but I probably would have liked more of the pickled chopped veggies with it. The wings were very good and I probably preferred them out of the two.“

“The best pho bo ko 🍜 and fast delivery, 5 stars all the way ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Everything from the bahn mi to the wings are absolutely amazing, the workers at the shop are always delightful, especially the owner Lynh and her family that will sometimes her run the counter. We go out of our way regularly to come and see them, especially when their truck is set up at the Wissahickon Brewery! Keep in mind their business is small and family run so if they are out of what you might have been looking at, just pick something else! You’ll absolutely love whatever you get!“

“After leaving the temple my family stopped by for dinner. Our server Daniella was amazing group of 14 (4 spit bill )including 6 kids let us take our time to look over the menu. Daniella have an amazing personality food was fast and delicious. Front desk ladies were very friendly we even bought some deserts to go before leaving. This place is amazing make us felt so welcomed with our own section near the bar nothing like the East Rutherford NJ location.“

“I was first brought here around 2001 with a family friend when I was 11 years old and it has been my favorite restaurant ever since. I would come here in highschool, college, and even when I moved away from Philadelphia whenever I got the chance! Love the food and everything about this place!!“

“All ban mi sandwiches are amazing“

“Delicious and full-bodied Thai iced tea! And tasty bahn mi.“

“Authentic banh mi. The #6 could be sold on the streets of Ho Chi Minh. The bread is so fresh and has the flaky crust of a really good baguette. Toppings are fresh and spicy. And only $8? Wow! Mom and pop restaurant and they are very friendly. I ordered a ham #6 and a BBQ pork #4 banh mi and a delicious iced Vietnamese coffee. Quick service and great quality. Not much seating is the only downside. Otherwise, if you like banh mi you need to try it out!

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian banh mi!“

“My bf is from vietnam and when he misses good home food, we come here!! We’ve tried a good amount of dishes but the ones we recommend are: Banh Canh soup noodle, Mi Quang, Banh Tam Bi, and the Banh Mi with Cha siu. All are very solid choices. The food is authentic, and prices are reasonable. Also the owner is super friendly we love it here.TDLR: It feels like your Asian mom or dad made you a delicious home cooked meal. Would recommend.“

“We always come for the hoagie and coffee, grab and go. Don't be fooled by the lackluster neighborhood and surrounding area, Vinh Long Cafe is an amazing Vietnamese cafe and restaurant that is surely overlooked and underrated. It is a secret gem in South Philly. The Vietnamese iced coffee is made perfectly and the Vietnamese hoagie is unbelievably fresh and authentic. One reason it doesn't get the visits and accolades it deserves is probably due to its environment. Often the cafe seems to be filled with only local friends or family just hanging out. Sometimes the place is completely empty and they play traditional news or music. It doesn't seem too welcoming to those who don't speak the language, but don't be intimidated as this is just the traditional ways of the people there. Just walk up to the owner - who is always at counter - and ask for a Vietnamese hoagie and coffee. They make the hoagie on order right there in front of you. It's fresh and as authentic as it gets. Eat there or take it to go. It's worth the try.“

“This is one of the best place to get Hu Tieu Nam Vang (Phnom Penh Style Noodles). This place reminds me of the little noodle stall in SaiGon with the smell of stove cooking and warming foods in the back.

We tried the infamous dry noodles, egg rolls, and meatball soup. All came out super warm and delicious.

They also have a great variety of Banh Mi and Vermicelli Noodles dishes as well. Will definitely come back for more homestyle noodles dishes!“

“So I Typically order the tofu hoagie from Tais which is amazing and I've gotten many friends hooked on it, but I thought that I should try their tofu veggie pho and see how I like it.First of all, it was arguably the best noodle soup I have ever had. Full of tofu, cabbage, bell pepper, onion, and broccoli, as well as the add on sauces, lemon, and Thai basil, it was super filling and made me wish I had more.The broth is light but flavorful and the Thai basil had a bit of an anise and minty flavor go it, but when I added the tomato sauce/base to the soup, the Thai basil became spicy almost.So this dish is one that will fill you up and repeatedly change flavors10/10 recommend“

“First time i went i ate in. Portions were more than enough for the price paid. I had got the pork chop rice platter. Nothing but flavor. Tried their take out option the next few times and it still did not miss. Food is great. Highly recommend. Good service…never packed in there. As alot of ppl order ahead. Also i get my egg fried hard that they put on the rice. Not a fan of the runny yolk.“