Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Tribeca & Soho (10013)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Banh Mi Saigon
Old-school banh mi execution where the bread and pickles stay the headline.
Notable Picks
8.4
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
A no-nonsense Grand Street counter that’s all about crisp baguettes, punchy pickles, and fast, repeatable banh mi satisfaction. The move is to keep it classic—choose one signature sandwich, eat it immediately, and let the bread do its crunch-first magic.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vietnamese cold cut banh mi (dac biet), BBQ/grilled pork banh mi, Spring rolls
What makes it special: Old-school banh mi execution where the bread and pickles stay the headline.
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
A Broome Street banh mi deli that hits the sweet spot between speed and flavor—bright herbs, savory proteins, and a dependable downtown rhythm. Treat it like a tight two-item order: one sandwich plus a drink, then get out while everything’s still crisp.
Must-Try Dishes:
House special banh mi, Lemongrass chicken banh mi, Vietnamese iced coffee
What makes it special: A banh mi-first deli that stays consistent on the downtown essentials.
Worthy Picks
7.8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Hidden Gems Heaven
Business Lunch Power Players
A Baxter Street Chinatown standby where Vietnamese comfort classics are the draw, especially when you want a full bowl-and-plates meal instead of a sandwich run. Order like a greatest-hits pairing: one noodle soup plus one starter, and keep the rest of the menu browsing for next time.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho (beef noodle soup), Fresh spring rolls, Bun (vermicelli bowl with grilled meats)
What makes it special: A long-running Chinatown option for soup-and-sides Vietnamese comfort meals.
7.6
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Hidden Gems Heaven
Group Dining Gatherings
Business Lunch Power Players
A Chinatown Vietnamese spot built for noodle-soup cravings and grilled staples when you want something warmer and more sit-down than the banh mi counters nearby. The best experience comes from committing to one signature bowl, then adding a single grilled or crispy side for contrast.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho, Bun bo Hue, Banh xeo (Vietnamese crepe)
What makes it special: A Baxter Street noodle-house lane for pho and hearty Vietnamese bowls.
7.5
A Vietnamese coffee-and-culture stop on Mott Street that’s more about caffeine ritual and a calm reset than a full meal. Go in with a simple plan—one Vietnamese coffee, one tea, and treat it like a quick recharge between neighborhood errands.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vietnamese iced coffee (cà phê sữa đá), House Vietnamese coffee (hot), Vietnam-sourced tea blend
What makes it special: Vietnamese coffee culture packaged as a calm, art-leaning neighborhood pause.