Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Wicker Park
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Phodega
Vietnamese American pho-and-bodega hybrid where bowls and snacks share the spotlight.
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Phodega
8.5
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Opened in 2019 by co-owners Nathan Hoops and Anthony Ngo, Phodega is an Asian-American noodle and snack shop where Vietnamese pho and Hainan-style chicken rice anchor a tight, bodega-inspired menu. Locals use it as a go-to for deeply flavored broth, comforting rice plates, and playful creations like the Viet Dip, with shelves of Asian snacks turning a quick meal into a full-on corner-store stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Bo (Beef Pho), Hainan Style Chicken Rice, Viet Dip Sandwich
What makes it special: Vietnamese American pho-and-bodega hybrid where bowls and snacks share the spotlight.
Worthy Picks
Bon Bon Sandwiches in Wicker Park is a long-running, cafe-like spot centered on Vietnamese banh mi and pho with a broad mix of traditional and vegan options. Locals use it for affordable, customizable sandwiches, big bowls of noodle soup, and snacky sides like curry fries and shrimp spring rolls when they want something quick but fuller than grab-and-go.
Must-Try Dishes:
Char Siu Pork Banh Mi Sandwich, Vegan Lemongrass Tofu Banh Mi, Beef Pho with herbs and rice noodles
What makes it special: A casual Wicker Park hangout where Vietnamese banh mi, pho, and vegan options stay reliably inexpensive.