50 Best Vietnamese Restaurants near Des Moines

“Excellent banh mi, hot ginger lemon tea, and boba tea choices. 5 stars!“

“The food is fantastic! I’m a gluten free person and the staff and owner have been very accommodating!“

“❤ Love this place, the food is beautiful and fresh and delicious, they are very careful and kind and conscientious about dietary needs, and the atmosphere in this lovely clean restaurant is cool and inviting and comfortable. Great service and staff, thank you for wonderful food and the Thai iced tea was delicious!“

“The level of neoc beo in the broth is PREMIUM. It's like you can get covid immunity from a bowl of pho from here haha. Get the special combo pho - various cuts of beef. The grilled pork spring rolls are tastey too. My coworkers rave about how good this place is. Def a place to visit if you're a foodie.“

“Good food affordable and friendly staff …“

“im vietnamese was craving viet rice dishes and been looking for a good viet restaurant. Found Pho My Chau 2; one of the most legit and best vietnamese places in fedway.“

“The best Pho place in Kent WA and the Seattle WA area. The food is amazing. Other places that I have been have been mediocre. I have been to at least 6 places in the Kent Seattle area.“

“wow, traditional dishes are good, but fusion dishes are better in my opinion. Fusion dishes show the creativity and outside the box thinking. Tried my first sandwich today and will be returning to try others. If you love Binh Mi this is the spot.“

“Had lunch with my oldest daughter. I know Rose from previous dining experiences but I was not expecting the welcome we got. She showed us with greetings and prayed over us.

Food was very tasty. The banh mi was toasted and the chicken soothed my taste buds with flavor.“

“Whole in a wall Authentic Vietnamese cuisine. Not downtown Seattle kind of menus which u have to pay additional $ for extra meat ! 😂“

“Delicious brisket pho for lunch today! Server was nice and service was great!“

“love this place! fresh and clean“

“Best place for lunch in Georgetown hands down“

“Veggie pho! OMGoodness so good! Loved this meal!“

“My office ordered here for a big to-go order on a cozy, rainy day, and they were so accommodating! An order for 7 people was ready in 20 minutes and packaged securely. We ordered Pho Tai and Pho Nam, grilled pork Bahn mi, a bunch of egg rolls, and the sweet and sour pho, which was amazing if you like to explore flavors, dont shy away from it! All of our food was great, there were no complaints from anyone. 10/10 for these guys, a true hidden gem in Tukwila, WA! Fair warning: their chili oil is no joke. I would buy jars of this stuff. Edit: this place is under new management so this review is no longer accurate“

“I've eaten here 2x in a week! The food portions were decent and taste was good to. Can order online and they're pretty fast!! We ordered pho, chicken teriyaki (2) chicken teriyaki & shrimp, chicken & rice bowl and bulgogi fries! Each plate under 20 bucks! Gyzoza and egg rolls on side - price was under $130.00 for everything!“

“Great banh mi place with a good drinks selection. I've been here before and gotten several of their sandwiches but prefer their BBQ pork one! Their Vietnamese iced coffee is strong and I loved it.“

“I like to get a banh mi here for lunch sometimes. It's always good, I really like the pork. Decent amount of food too for the price. I tried the pho once, to-go, I'd recommend getting that if you're going to dine in. They package it really well though, so it's still decent to-go, but I feel like it'd be better dining in.“

“im vietnamese was craving viet rice dishes and been looking for a good viet restaurant. Found Pho My Chau 2; one of the most legit and best vietnamese places in fedway.“

“First visit here and I ordered regular spring rolls, wonton soup and a coke. No complaints, price is fair. As far as service goes, hospitality was there and I found them to be professional, courteous and friendly. The turn around was quick from walking in to completion of my order. The flavor of the foods are unique and i typically get similar dishes at comparable establishments to establish a base line of good, not good. This place is not only good, its flavor is unique to this establishment. Overall I was pleased with everything and look forward to a return visit to try the pad thai!“

“Service and atmosphere here is 5 star! However, Pho beef steak could use an improvement. The noodles in the Pho were overcooked and did not taste good. Broth for Pho was tasty, soup had plenty of meat.
Servers were very friendly and all to make us comfy. It is a great place, I subtracted one star for overcooked noodles in the Pho“

“This is hands down my favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Renton. The food is consistently delicious — every bowl, every plate, every time. Whether it’s pho, vermicelli, rice dishes, or their house specialties, everything tastes fresh and full of flavor. You can really tell they care about quality and keeping the recipes authentic.

One thing to know: this place gets busy. If you want a smooth experience with no wait, go early or aim for off-peak hours. It’s popular for a reason, and once the rush hits, the line can get long.

Parking is another plus — free and easy, which is rare these days and makes the visit stress-free.

Overall, if you’re craving comforting, reliable, and genuinely tasty Vietnamese food, this restaurant never disappoints. It’s always a satisfying meal and one of the spots I keep coming back to.“

“So delicious & amazing staff! Will visit every time I visit Seattle and am hoping a Chicago location opens one day! 🙏🏽✨“

“Broth is always great and fresh ingredients always used, never ever disappointed here. The outside isnt the most inviting looking (barred for safety I assume) however don’t be shy. Inside is clean, fully equipped with all your soup needs lol. Owner is a really kind Uncle. Recommend for sure. 😊“

“The peaceful atmosphere here combined with delicious food makes the meal memorable.“

“This place is not fancy, but I gave 5 stars for atmosphere because it was clean, spacious, and they played music (I'm assuming the songs were in Vietnamese). I believe there were two t.v.'s. There's a laid back vibe, you can check out other photos, to confirm the view that this spot is casual.
Now, the food... as everyone else has commented, it's excellent. Simple but full of flavor. Not greasy. I had one dish: tofu with rice. The vegetables were more for cleansing the palate. They were separated (carrot, daikon, cucumber) and not a huge portion. The grilled tofu was plentiful, firm, and did very flavorful. I didn't really need the sauces that came with it.
Why 5 stars? Sounds like just an average meal right? I've eaten lots of Vietnamese cuisine and this was the best, but that's not the only reason for the 5 stars.
The service! I had a rough time before entering the restaurant and just wanted some warm food and quiet. I asked for a table, but decided that I should get my food to go. The young man who took my order pointed out that my dish would come with fish sauce and asked if I wanted soy sauce instead. I didn't have to ask. He understood that as I was ordering a tofu dish, I might have dietary restrictions. That's top service. That's the thing that would make me drive 30 minutes out of my way, to eat there again. Great food and Excellent service.“

“This food was AMAZING! 10/10 recommend. Visiting from out of town and I’m so happy we came. The quality of food is stellar and I’m really picky about meat and it was all delicious! I recommend any of the fried rices and the beef & brisket pho! So good“

“Started coming here for lunch over a year ago. Their Bahn Mi's are my favorite, I highly recommend any of them. They also give you the option to add jalapeños or not. The sandwich is nice and toasted and the veggies are fresh. The Bahn mi prices are as of this date, the most affordable Bahn mi in this area. The service of the staff is great as well, they're are kind and efficient. The space inside is a little small, but they have countertop seating. Highly recommend trying it out!“

“I had the beef teriyaki and my husband had kaee Mao dinner soo delicious! Very kind people who are invested in your experience and making sure you enjoy the food they put their heart into. If you enjoy this type of food at all, this is a must to try!“

“They have the best pho in the world! I have had it many places but their broth is second to none.“

“Alway love banh beo chén , bánh xèo , canh chua cá kh to , many many good food here“

“This is a hole in the wall type place. Idk why people are expecting 5 star location-this isn't that. You want 5 star establishment with 1 star prices? Yall trippin. What it is-is a family establishment. Inflation is high so of course you gotta go with the times. The food is always on par, catering is amazing-prices are always lower than any other vietnamese shop. Banh mi is about $7-8 bucks which is nothing compared to some that charge upwards to $11-15. The pho hits at home when I add my chili oil to it. The vermicelli bowl is fresh, delicious and ginormous for under $20. Love My and her family!“

“I recently dined at Anchovies and Salt, and I must say, it was an amazing experience! The food was absolutely delicious, showcasing the best of Vietnamese cuisine with a unique twist. Each dish was flavorful and beautifully presented, making it hard to choose a favorite. The environment of the restaurant was inviting and cozy, with a vibrant atmosphere that made for a perfect dining experience. The staff were friendly and attentive, adding to the overall enjoyment of the evening. If you're in Seattle and craving some incredible Vietnamese food, I highly recommend checking out Anchovies and Salt. You won't be disappointed!“

“The pho was pretty good. Not the best I’ve ever had, but enjoyable. And the wait staff was very attentive and kind. When we’re in Burien we would go back again.“

“Been going here for years — today, 10/17/25, the ladies serving were the sweetest. Towards the end of my meal, I brought something to one of the ladies attention after paying — It was minor, so I didn't want to make a big deal about it. All restaurants have their days. After letting my daughter finish, we went to wash our hands and came out to the servers wanting to take care of us for our meal. It was so minor, compared to other experiences in food establishments, but they were very kind about it. We will be back soon!

Thank you, ladies!“

“Came for a birthday dinner, amazing food and service!“

“Highly recommend Hot Pho! Fast friendly service and good size portions!“

“Been coming here for over 10 yrs. They have an entree Fried Shrimp Tofu w/ rice dish, salad & small bowl of pho. It's delicious. Their Pho broth is so flavorful, one of the best and we've tried MANY Pho places. Their service is speedy & friendly. Ample parking. The front door is in a constant state of repairs due to a break-in years ago. Their landlord has been negligent in repairs but it doesn't impact their meals or service! The funky temp door gives it character 😄“

“Great tasting and reasonably priced food. The portion is huge and they don't skimp on the meat. The owner was really friendly and attentive. He even brought complimentary jello for our table and another table with small kids. We will be back!“

“Pork and shrimp crispy rolls“

“Always clean always good!“

“We have tried A LOT of Pho in the area, and this one is our favorite by far! It has the best food, and the best service. We dine-in at least once a week. Everything we’ve tried has been amazing, the employees are all so sweet, and they’ve memorized our orders. They’re probably tired of us by now, but we can’t get enough 😂“

“Had garlic and asian zhing wings both delicious, crunchy and not too spicy. Perfect! Will be back again to try other items, but have already found my go to wings!!!“

“We ended up ordering take away since they are near closing and we didn’t like being rushed. Menu was extended. We had pho , grilled and teriyaki chicken. Big portions. Lots of veggies. Never missed the sauces. Recommended for a break in the usual western cuisine.“

“The Pho here at Pho7 is just Great and full of taste! It’s clean and the broth is not greasy! They have other Dished on the menu, but I just like the Pho and Fresh Spring Rolls!!“

“Our favorite pho restaurant in the area. There are so many pho places, but if you like pho, try this one out and have some of their melt in your mouth brisket :) our other favorite is the grilled chicken and spring roll salad bowl. Some of the best spring rolls, very fresh and flavorful. The portion size is great and plenty of food options if you are not into noodles.

The owner is super friendly. On hot days, he would bring us free iced lemon tea. We bring our kids here and they always accommodate us very well.

There are some very funny puns and jokes on the walls that give me giggles every time. Seems random but good entertainment.“

“This joint is absolutely the best place to experience Pho!

I am not exaggerating. Put this as a stop when you go thru Auburn. Now, I am not attesting to anything but their soup. My pallet isn't all that sophisticated, food is food most of the time but not Pho.

I have been to many Pho restaurants in many cities across the country.

This place gets it right, each and every time.

I wrote this 7 years ago. My dad introduced me to this restaurant in 2006! Since then I have been to many Pho restaurants across this nation.

And 7 years later… this restaurant remains number 1 in quality , quantity and consistency.“

“Mom and pop restaurant. Located in an Asian plaza. It was a packed shop when I came in on a Sunday. I got a pork and egg roll vermicelli bowl, pork was thinly sliced and over cooked. It was thin like used for pho topping. Everything else was really good, avocado smoothie, fresh spring rolls, and the pho. I would come back to this place for the pho.“

“super awesome place we discovered after a flight home. I placed the pickup order while we left the airport. They were super apologetic about it not being ready when I arrived, and I told them I didn't expect it to be and it was fine. They talked with me about their last trip a bit just to keep me comfortable while I waited. Really just a great experience after a travel day. It was very welcoming and bright and family friendly. I look forward to stopping by again after future trips. All the food was fantastic and being able to order the noodles uncooked when I still had another 40min to home was awesome!“

“Visiting from Eugene, OR. My daughter just finished a full, hard fought club soccer game against OL Reign. I was hungry for lunch, so I was looking for a lunch spot near the field, and this Pho spot caught my eye on Google maps. There were some positive reviews, but what caught my eye were the negative reviews. Haters gonna hate. Would they deter me? No. So I wondered the side streets while gauging my daughter's interest in some warm broth with noodles and protein. She was open to it, and as I ended up on the main street, I saw a ghetto looking strip mall with just that Pho spot that caught my eye. Understanding from the reviews that it was run by a couple and seeing the setting, I knew I'd be in for a treat. When I walked in the door, we were greeted authentically and pleasantly. We were sat promptly upon answering that we intended to eat there. My order was taken quickly, and as soon as we were ready. Did I dare ask to use the restroom that the sign on the door boldly read was not for public use and appeared locked with a padlock? I asked and was assured it was not locked. It wasn't, and it was very clean. By the time I got out and my daughter and I commented to each other how nice they were, our food started coming out. The Banh mi was crisp, warm, and tasty. The fried spring roll was delicious. The pho was huge and amazing. My daughter and I doctored it up to our liking and enjoyed it. We paid and tried tidying our mess to be interrupted and assured they would take care of that. My daughter can be picky, but she loved this place from the authenticity to the tasty food. We left stuffed, happy, and with a memory of a pleasant experience. Oh, the prices were very reasonable, I'd say affordable. Good stuff.

Vegetarian options: Idk if it would satisfy strict vegetarian standards but there were vegetarian options.

Parking: Ghetto Strip mall parking shared with a laundromat, dollar tree, and a few other businesses.“