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!“

“This was easily a 10/10! Hands down the best pho I have ever eaten in my life, the eggrolls and fried rice were out of this world and Paul is an absolute legend! If you want amazing food, incredible service, and pleasant atmosphere then you should definitely check this place out! Our family will be coming back as regulars every week!😍“

“We have come here for many years. It been awhile since we came back. We like their new menu looks like it been recently updated. We ordered our usual of: -Vietnamese Sweet & Sour Catfish Soup -Catfish in Clay Pot/Stew -Rice Today we also tried: -Crispy Oysters -Salted Fish Fried Rice -Three Color Dessert -Thai Dessert It wasn't too busy today, we got a table right away for a family of our. The servers were nice and friendly. Our desserts were bought out first, and soon after the main dishes. Our usual dishes is the tasty as usual. Our favorite as a family is the fried oysters. Our young kids liked it best with the sweet sauce (not spicy). The sizing of the oysters are large and it tasted excellent. Overall, it was a wonderful dining night with the whole family. We will be back as usual! We highly recommend this place! They got some of the dishes we love that keeps us coming back for more!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Absolutely Delicious!!! Very friendly service!“

“I am a huge pho connoisseur and been to many spots around the great Seattle area (mostly south in federal way, Kent, Renton) and this is my new favorite spot. Service is always great, clean and modern interior, and the pho is 🔥🔥. Price is fair compared to other spots, and if you come with friends and family they have a variety of other options like phad thai and teriyaki. Highly recommend if you are in the kent-east hill area!!

To those bigger eaters like me (I go all out on pho) the large bowl is definitely a Large bowl with ample portions of everything: more noodles, meat, and soup. And again the service is always amazing and kitchen staff are always on point with timing and quality.“

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

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

“We found this gem in a strip mall. Excellent food!!! We arrived for lunch and Grace was kind enough to explain the menu and show us sizes of the pho. We had the shrimp pho, Grace showed me where to get the accompanying garnishes for the soup, everything was so fresh! Food was brought to us and Grace bussed the table. We thoroughly enjoyed the meal and would recommend.“

“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“

“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.“

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

“Best place for lunch in Georgetown hands down“

“Food was great and service was amazing. We ordered two family style entrees and the portions were large. My husband and I took the rest home. Good place to go if you're craving Vietnamese food that isn't pho but I think they have that too!“

“Been coming here for a few months at least once a week. Friendly staffs always welcome and remember you. Food is great and taste is consistent. I have picky taste buds and this place is satisfying. Clean and spacious. Can accommodate a large group.“

“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!!!“

“If you like spicy, textured sushi rolls, you definitely have to order The H3 Roll ($19.99) at Appa Sushi & Bento Teriyaki!

Inside, it’s packed with spicy tuna, spicy salmon, spicy yellowtail, and crunchy cucumber, then topped with creamy avocado, spicy mayo, and eel sauce. What makes this roll stand out is the four different types of tobiko (flying fish roe) on top. They add a salty, satisfying pop of texture that brings the whole roll together.
The fun part is that each tobiko color actually brings a unique, subtle flavor profile:

Red: Beet
Yellow: Yuzu/Citrus
Green: Wasabi
Black: Squid Ink

Don't let the exotic details intimidate you—the flavors are balanced and complement the roll perfectly. It's super filling, gorgeous to look at, and worth every penny. Highly recommend giving this a try if you enjoy fresh fish with a bit of a kick!“

“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!“

“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.“

“This mom and pop shop had everything I needed for a quick stop for food and snacks. I wanted a quick bite and stopped here last minute. Easily best place in the area for a bahn mi. The ingredients were really fresh and the bread was the best. They did not skimp out out on the pate or meat like most places do.“

“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.“

“Authentic Pho. Pickled onion or bowl of lard and green knionsnavailable on request. Also has Specialty cuts like crunchy and fatty brisket if you want. Unfortunately, it may be permanently closed. Went there middle of day on a Saturday and was not open 😒“

“Had an amazing experience at Renton Bistro! I came specifically to try their Vietnamese food and ordered the grilled pork chop with broken rice (cơm tấm đặc biệt), and it did not disappoint.

The pork chop was perfectly grilled—juicy, flavorful, and slightly smoky with that authentic Vietnamese taste. The broken rice was soft and paired so well with the pickled veggies, fresh garnishes, and fish sauce. Every bite felt balanced and comforting, just like a true Vietnamese home-style meal.

Service was friendly and attentive, and the overall vibe was clean and welcoming. If you’re craving authentic Vietnamese cuisine, Renton Bistro is definitely worth a visit. I’ll absolutely be back to try more dishes!“

“I had one of the best bowls of pho I’ve ever had last night.

I went with the classic, rare beef pho, and it was fantastic. The broth was really rich, the toppings were fresh, and I was so happy we went.

The staff were also really friendly, and the food came out very quickly.

Can’t wait to go back!“

“Food was extremely delicious!“

“I got the No. 1 Viet Coconut Coffee and I'm not lying when I say it is the best coffee I've ever had. I'm struggling to write this review because my hands are trembling from the egregious amount of caffeine (positive). The coconut whip was sweet, fluffy, and salty. The coffee was STRONG and bitter and a perfect balance to the sweet whip. I've never had the bhan mi but I'll be back soon to try! 10/10 recommend!!!“

“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’ve been coming here for over a decade and it’s about time I leave a review.
They serve the best pho. I have tried many other places in Seattle and none can compete. The service is outstanding. I’m treated with so much love and respect here. Everyone is so kind and positive! There’s no need for me to find a better pho place because I’ve found it. They also serve other delicious entrees but pho is just my go to. The stir fried shrimp noodle is good and so is their stir fried rice!!
I definitely recommend coming here!“

“Came for lunch, was seated right away and brought water. Ordered Bun dac biet, and spring rolls. Amazing food, and great service. I highly recommend. (A little sad I didn't order the pho, everyone was getting that and it looked and smelled great!)“

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

“Authentic Vietnamese Food that’s delicious. Trek over to West Seattle and order some to enjoy with friends. It’s take out only, no dining inside but well worth your trip.“

“Always clean always good!“

“Banh mi was great not what i ordered but still good, got a lychee slush i could tell it was not the real deal. Not bad but not great. Banh mi for sure legit. Maybe their other drink would be better. Will try again next time. No rr for customer a cute tiny hole in the wall. Good vibe and energy.“

“First time trying Vietnamese food, loved it! The gỏi cuốn chicken spring rolls were fresh and excellent, and the bánh mì chicken sandwiches were really delicious with great flavors and crunch. Food overall was top notch. Thanks for an awesome meal.“

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

“Lots of great dishes to try here, there’s lots of options from rice dishes to noodle soup to stir fries. Each dish has lots of great flavor and time put into it and there’s plenty of options for you to choose from. I highly recommend trying any of the bowls of pho, it is always satisfying and is some of the best that I’ve ever had. It has lots of great deep flavor with lots of slices of meat and great noodles.
And the servers are so very kind and considerate, they do a great job of helping you. And this place has a great atmosphere and is a very comforting place to eat. I highly recommend that you come try it out!“

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

“Best Pho in Kent!!! Love the new look.“

“You know, I happen to keep coming into Le’s for Banh Mi every time I visit Seattle. I am impressed every time, and it’s easily become a foundational Banh Mi I compare others to - well done! Plus, this place is always reinventing its bakery; there’s always something new to try each time.“

“The first time ever that i enjoyed an authentic pho without the need of adding any sauce to it, the family very hospitable and friendly, very helpful answering my questions regarding the food choices and the salted cream coffee was absolutely delicious.
I would give this place all the stars ⭐️ I highly recommend to anyone visiting Washington state.“

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

“no frills pho place that has really clean & yummy pho! surprisingly the noodles were the star of the show, broth and meat was also good but the noodles were perfectly chewy- not overcooked but not undercooked

their chili oil is also spicier than most but very yummy“

“I like to think I know good pho from frequently trying Vietnamese restaurants in Westminste, CA.
This place has the best broth. I literally come by here everytime I'm in town for work. I've only ever had the pho but if the broth is this good I'm sure all their dishes are fantastic.“

“go to place for my item Pho#15. Bang for your buck!“

“This place is fantastic! It's more of a sandwich shop than a deli but they do have some grab and go items as well. I got the grilled pork sandwich and it was huge and I can never eat the entire thing but I nearly did because it was so delicious. The bread is fantastic, they give you like an entire french loaf, the meat was juicy and the vegetables were fresh. I'll definitely be coming back!“

“I’m so dumbfounded by how delicious their Pho is (I’m literally eating and typing this review). What a gem! Hole in the wall. I am a pick Pho eater and always drive long distance to get Pho. Randomly discovered this place as I drove past, made a U-turn thinking why not?! Felt like I just hit the jackpot. Service can be better but I’m here for this bowl of Pho. Meat is sliced thin and tender. Veggies are fresh. Great broth. And the price is absolutely reasonable. You can’t find a large bowl anywhere for less than $14.“