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Quick stats: 5 vietnamese restaurants within easy reach | Price range: $12-20 per person | Best for: pho
The Rankings
1. Saigon Kitchen
Rating: 4.4/5 | Price: $17-27 per person | Best for: bo la lot
A local favourite that consistently delivers. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: bun bo hue and pho Skip: nothing, it is all solid
2. Hanoi Street
Rating: 4.7/5 | Price: $33-43 per person | Best for: vermicelli bowls
A local favourite that consistently delivers. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: pho and pho Skip: nothing, it is all solid
3. Vietnam House
Rating: 4.4/5 | Price: $33-43 per person | Best for: vermicelli bowls
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: banh mi and banh mi Skip: nothing, it is all solid
4. Pho House
Rating: 4.6/5 | Price: $18-28 per person | Best for: bo la lot
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Usually no wait on weeknights.
What to order: bo la lot and banh mi Skip: nothing, it is all solid
5. Little Saigon
Rating: 4.6/5 | Price: $32-42 per person | Best for: rice paper rolls
Worth the trip if you are in the area. Queue on weekends – arrive early or order ahead.
What to order: bun bo hue and bun bo hue Skip: nothing, it is all solid
Price Comparison
| Venue | Avg Per Person | BYO | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saigon Kitchen | $19 | Yes | Yes |
| Hanoi Street | $29 | Yes | No |
| Vietnam House | $33 | No | Yes |
| Pho House | $21 | Yes | Yes |
| Little Saigon | $24 | No | Yes |
What to Know Before You Go
- Best night to visit: Thursday-Friday for fresh prep
- Booking recommended? Yes for groups of 4+
- Parking: Can be
