Best Vietnamese Restaurants in New York
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Mắm
A hyper-focused Central Vietnamese menu with dishes rarely seen elsewhere in NYC.
Notable Picks
#1
Mắm
8.9
Mắm is a tiny Lower East Side spot specializing in Central Vietnamese street food, known for intensely funky, layered flavors and a short, constantly changing menu. Opened in 2022 and now ranked among the New York Times’ best restaurants in the city, it’s where serious diners come for bún đậu mắm tôm, snails, and offal-driven plates that rarely show up elsewhere in Manhattan.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bún đậu mắm tôm platter with housemade tofu and pork belly, Stuffed snails with pork and aromatics, Crispy tofu and fermented shrimp paste bites
What Makes it Special: A hyper-focused Central Vietnamese menu with dishes rarely seen elsewhere in NYC.
8.8
Em Vietnamese Bistro brings a modern Vietnamese dining room to DUMBO, with coconut mussels, beef pho and Ly's chicken wings backed by cocktails and a polished room. Locals treat it as a go-to for dates, small celebrations and pre- or post-waterfront dinners when they want Vietnamese that feels a bit more special than a neighborhood pho shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ly's chicken wings, Beef pho (pho bo), Oc xao dua coconut mussels
What Makes it Special: Modern DUMBO Vietnamese bistro where seafood plates, pho and cocktails share the spotlight.
#3
OBAO
8.8
A buzzy Hell’s Kitchen Southeast Asian spot where pho shares the stage with Thai-Viet comfort food and craft cocktails. The broth-driven dishes land rich and aromatic, and the kitchen keeps quality steady even at high volume. Come for a full meal and linger—this is a theater-district crowd-pleaser that still respects Vietnamese fundamentals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Bo Dac Biet (special combination beef pho), Spicy Lemongrass Pho Bo, Bo Luc Lac (shaking beef)
What Makes it Special: High-volume institution with polished Thai-Viet pho and a serious broth program.
#4
Twin Tails
8.8
A stylish Thai–Vietnamese spot atop Columbus Circle delivering creative Southeast Asian plates and inventive cocktails — perfect for a night out or special dinner. Many diners praise its sashimi‑style seafood, shareable small plates, and curated fusion of flavors. The setting and service draw regular praise, making it a go‑to for both tourists and locals seeking a modern Vietnamese‑inspired meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Royal Dorade Sashimi, Crispy Pork Cha Gio Rolls, Tiger Prawn Pad Thai
What Makes it Special: Upscale Thai-Vietnamese fusion with polished plating and cocktails.
#5
Khaosan
8.7
Khaosan brings a slightly more polished, ingredient-focused approach to Thai on Montague, with an emphasis on vegetarian-friendly options and upgraded classics. Dishes like curry dumplings, khao soi, and garlic udon with hanger steak show more regional nuance than the average neighborhood spot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Curry Dumplings, Khao Soi Chicken, Garlic Udon Hanger Beef
What Makes it Special: Modern Thai with strong vegetarian options and more regionally expressive dishes.
#6
Pho Metro
8.7
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Pho Metro is a focused Vietnamese noodle shop where deeply seasoned broths, balanced toppings, and a tight menu make it one of Flushing’s most reliable pho stops. Locals use it as an all-weather standby for steaming bowls, grilled meats, and quick but friendly service in a clean, casual room.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Dac Biet (house special combo pho), Pho Chin (cooked beef noodle soup), Com Suon Nuong (grilled pork chop over rice)
What Makes it Special: High-volume neighborhood pho shop with deep, reliable broths.
#7
Saigon Shack
8.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Saigon Shack is a long-running Greenwich Village staple for big, richly flavored bowls of pho, overstuffed banh mi, and vermicelli plates at student-friendly prices. The tight room and always-moving line signal dependable food, generous portions, and value that keeps NYU crowds and neighborhood regulars coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy S.S. Special Pho, Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli, S.S. Classic Banh Mi
What Makes it Special: Village standby for generous, affordable pho, banh mi, and vermicelli in constant demand.
#8
5ive Spice
8.6
The original 5ive Spice on Fifth Avenue is a fast-casual Vietnamese spot where long-simmered pho, crisp banh mi, and playful bánh xèo tacos anchor a compact room that stays busy from lunch through late evening. Locals use it as a reliable go-to before or after Barclays, especially when they want upgraded broth and bigger portions than the average neighborhood noodle shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
5 Spice Special Pho, Classic Vietnamese Banh Mi, Bánh Xèo Tacos
What Makes it Special: A high-volume Park Slope Vietnamese hub where slow-simmered pho and inventive tacos share the menu.
#9
Di An Di
8.6
Di An Di is a modern Vietnamese restaurant and bar where a focused pho program sits alongside inventive small plates and cocktails in a leafy, design-forward room. Locals treat it as the neighborhood’s benchmark for Vietnamese noodles, especially the Hanoi-style beef and chicken pho, paired with snacks like fried daikon rice cake omelette.
Must-Try Dishes:
Phở Thìn Hà Nội (Beef Pho Hanoi), Phở Gà (Chicken Pho), Bánh Bột Chiên (Fried Daikon Rice Cake Omelette)
What Makes it Special: A contemporary Vietnamese dining room where serious, Hanoi-style pho anchors a creative small-plates menu.
#10
District Saigon
8.6
A modern Vietnamese dining room where the kitchen’s signature lane is pho and wok-driven rice plates, backed by a serious cocktail program. Order with intention: one standout pho plus a shareable rice dish gives the clearest read on why locals keep coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Short Rib Fried Rice, Steak Phở, Lemongrass-Chili Dumplings
What Makes it Special: Pho and rice-plate execution with a full cocktail-bar energy.
#11
Hanoi House
8.6
A high-energy East Village Vietnamese room that leans modern without losing the comfort-food core. The win here is the depth in the broths and the way the menu balances bright herbs with richer grilled flavors—best when you keep the order tight and noodle-forward.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho (choose two cuts, go broth-first), Bun cha, Papaya salad (goi du du)
What Makes it Special: Modern Hanoi-leaning flavors with broth depth that holds up at volume.
#12
JoJu
8.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
JoJu’s Midtown outpost brings the Elmhurst-born banh mi shop to 5th Avenue with modern Vietnamese sandwiches, rice bowls, and loaded fries built for office-hour lunches. Fans praise the crackly bread, deeply marinated proteins, and efficient counter system that keeps lines moving even at peak weekday rush.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Sweet (JoJu) Banh Mi, Caramel Pork Bowl, JoJu Fries
What Makes it Special: Modern Vietnamese banh mi and bowls with serious flavor and speed.
#13
Madame Vo
8.6
A modern East Village Vietnamese spot known for a deeply simmered pho broth and tender short rib, balanced by bright herbs and house-made condiments. The kitchen leans Saigon-style but keeps flavors clean and precise, and the room stays lively without feeling chaotic.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Madame Pho with Short Rib, Madame Vo Pho (classic beef), Goi Cuon summer rolls
What Makes it Special: 24-hour pho broth and standout short-rib pho in a buzzy East Village room.
#14
Saigon Social
8.6
Saigon Social is Chef Helen Nguyen’s modern Vietnamese comfort-food restaurant, where garlic noodles, oxtail fried rice, and bun cha–inspired plates anchor lively, reservation-friendly dinners. Locals use it for nights when they want Vietnamese flavors with cocktails, polished service, and a dining room that feels more like a downtown bistro than a traditional pho shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Garlic noodles with seared protein, Oxtail fried rice, Bun Cha Ha Noi with grilled pork and herbs
What Makes it Special: Chef-driven Vietnamese comfort food with strong cocktails and a lively downtown room.
#15
5ive Spice
8.5
Vibes:
Trendy Table Hotspots
Quick Bites Champions
Girls Night Out Approved
Instagram Worthy Wonders
5ive Spice’s Nolita outpost blends slow-simmered pho, banh mi, and shaking beef with its signature bánh xèo tacos in a compact, buzzy setting. High multi-platform ratings and steady crowds point to reliable execution, especially for the broths and short rib dishes, even if prices run higher than a traditional hole-in-the-wall.
Must-Try Dishes:
Braised Short Rib Bánh Xèo Tacos, Classic Pho Noodle Soup, Short Rib Banh Mi
What Makes it Special: Modern Nolita Vietnamese with standout bánh xèo tacos and richly built pho.
#16
Bricolage
8.5
Bricolage is a Vietnamese-French gastropub where cocktails, an art-filled dining room, and a leafy back garden frame a menu that stretches from caramelized shrimp pots to "unshaking" beef and brunch-friendly plates. It functions as Park Slope’s more polished Vietnamese option, used for date nights, small celebrations, and relaxed gatherings that still want thoughtful cooking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Unshaking Beef & Eggs, Caramelized Shrimp Pot, Slow Cooked Lamb Buns
What Makes it Special: A Vietnamese-French gastropub with serious cocktails and one of the neighborhood’s better back gardens.
#17
Saiguette
8.5
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Business Lunch Power Players
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
A compact, counter-leaning Vietnamese spot that’s best for clean, fragrant noodle bowls and a fast, reliable lunch rhythm. It wins on balance—bright herbs, properly seasoned proteins, and broths that stay focused rather than heavy—so you can keep the order tight and leave satisfied.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho (beef or chicken), Bun (vermicelli bowl with grilled protein), Banh mi (classic or house combo)
What Makes it Special: A high-repeat Vietnamese lunch stop built on clean broths and bright bowls.
8.4
5ive Spice’s Gramercy outpost turns Vietnamese street food into a fuller night out with cocktails, banh mi, pho, and their signature Bánh Xèo tacos. The space is livelier and more design-forward than a typical pho shop, drawing both neighborhood regulars and destination diners.
Must-Try Dishes:
5ive special bone-in pho, Bánh Xèo tacos, BBQ pork banh mi
What Makes it Special: A buzzy Vietnamese eatery with a bar program and playful tacos.
8.4
Thai and Southeast Asian comfort food spot where the Morning Market Noodle and other brothy bowls eat like pho-adjacent soups in a space that doubles as a vintage clothing shop. It’s the move when you want a richer, more layered noodle bowl experience with strong reviews and real neighborhood buzz.
Must-Try Dishes:
Morning Market Noodle, Tamarind Coconut Milk Noodle with Crab, Southern Fried Chicken
What Makes it Special: Southeast Asian noodle shop where pho-like bowls share space with Thai comfort dishes and racks of curated vintage clothing.
#20
Banh Mi Saigon
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.
#21
Bối-licious
8.4
Boi Licious is a narrow, mostly takeout Vietnamese counter just off Grand Central that turns out inexpensive banh mi, pho, and curry soups for neighborhood regulars. High-volume online ratings highlight fast ticket times, generous portions, and better-than-expected depth of flavor for the price point.
Must-Try Dishes:
Banh Mi Saigon, Pho Saigon, Beef Shin Bun Bo
What Makes it Special: Tiny Grand Central-adjacent shop serving sharp, inexpensive Vietnamese classics.
8.4
A casual Vietnamese spot in Hell’s Kitchen serving pho and other street‑style dishes in a minimalist setting, known for its solid pho and friendly service. Locals and visitors like it for affordable Vietnamese comfort near Midtown. Good for quick lunches or relaxed dinners after a show.
Must-Try Dishes:
Phenomenon Pho (house special), Salt & Pepper Squid, Vietnamese Crispy Spring Rolls
What Makes it Special: Consistent, well‑priced Vietnamese comfort food near Midtown theaters.
#23
JoJu
8.4
A fast-casual Vietnamese sandwich shop that’s built around banh mi riffs, crispy fries with punchy toppings, and a drink menu that keeps the repeat visits flowing. It’s not about a long sit-down meal—order at the kiosk, keep it tight, and treat it like a high-output lunch lane.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Bomb Mi Sandwich, Kimchi Fries, Vietnamese Iced Coffee
What Makes it Special: Banh mi-forward ordering with signature fries and strong drink support.
#24
Nhà Mình
8.4
A Vietnamese cafe-restaurant that leans into a banh mi-and-noodles comfort lane with a bright, art-forward room that feels more like a neighborhood hang than a formal night out. Come for a focused midday meal or an easy dinner where the best results come from sticking to a few house staples and letting the flavors stay clean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Bánh Mì, Bánh Xèo, Vietnamese Iced Coffee
What Makes it Special: Bánh mì-forward Vietnamese comfort in an artful Ridgewood cafe setting.
#25
OBAO - Midtown
8.4
Lively Thai-Vietnamese spot established in 2009 that blends street-food staples with polished presentation, from short rib curries to pho and cocktails. High-volume delivery, years of steady crowds, and a broad menu make it a go-to in Midtown East for groups, business dinners, and pre-theater meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Bo Short Rib, Masaman Short Rib Curry, Pad Kee Mao
What Makes it Special: A long-running, high-volume Thai-Vietnamese restaurant where pho, curries, and cocktails are executed with enough consistency to draw locals and visitors alike.
8.4
Chelsea’s late-night pho specialist with a long-simmered broth that leans rich and beefy, especially in the short-rib “Dragon Pho.” The menu stays focused on comfort classics, executed with a confident home-style hand and reliable portion heft.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dragon Pho Beef Short Ribs, Dac Biet Combination Pho with Beef Ball, Bun Bo Hue
What Makes it Special: Short-rib pho with a deeper, marrowy broth profile.
#27
Bo Ky
8.3
A Chinatown mainstay that blends Vietnamese pho tradition with Teochew-Chinese noodle-house energy. The move is to treat it like a soup-first stop: pick one bowl with a clear broth you’ll finish, then add a single side for texture.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho dac biet, Beef noodle soup, Spring rolls
What Makes it Special: A long-running Chinatown noodle shop known for pho and soup bowls.
#28
Cyclo
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Quick Bites Champions
A long-running LIC Vietnamese standby where pho is the anchor and the kitchen leans into comfort-first bowls that are built for repeat visits. Best when you keep the order classic—one beef pho, one crisp side, and eat it there while the noodles are at peak texture.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Pho, Chicken Pho, Banh Mi
What Makes it Special: Classic Vietnamese comfort cooking with pho as the dependable house staple.
8.3
A more polished Vietnamese kitchen on the 86th Street corridor where the pho lane is built on a long-simmered beef-bone broth and higher-end cuts. Order in the noodle-soup rhythm—one bowl, one supporting bite—and you’ll get the cleanest read on what they do best.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Bo (Beef Pho), Bun Bo Hue, Pho Ga
What Makes it Special: Pho built on long-simmered broth with upgraded beef cuts.
#30
Falansai
8.3
Falansai’s Greenpoint iteration is an evening Vietnamese-Mexican restaurant inside a coffee shop–by-day space, known for rich duck pho, inventive small plates, and a wine-first atmosphere. The menu leans more chef-y than traditional, but pho remains a signature reference point, with confit duck and pho-inspired flavors running through several dishes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck Pho, Pho with Brisket & Tenderloin, Dad's Egg Rolls
What Makes it Special: A Michelin-recognized Vietnamese-Mexican spot where duck-forward dishes and pho show up in a wine-bar setting.
#31
Hanco's
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
The 7th Avenue outpost of this small Brooklyn group is Park Slope’s highest-volume Vietnamese spot, turning out banh mi, pho, vermicelli bowls, and bubble tea for dine-in and a heavy takeout crowd. With more than a thousand combined Yelp and Google reviews and years of steady traffic, it’s the area’s most proven all-purpose Vietnamese counter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic pork banh mi, Grilled chicken vermicelli bowl, Beef pho
What Makes it Special: High-volume Vietnamese standby for banh mi, pho, and bubble tea on 7th Avenue.
#32
Hanco's
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hanco's on Smith Street is the long-running Vietnamese counter that anchors banh mi and pho cravings for Cobble Hill and Downtown Brooklyn. Since the mid-2000s it’s been the default move for quick lunches, takeout dinners and bubble tea at prices that still feel friendly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic grilled pork banh mi, Beef pho, Shrimp summer rolls
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood Vietnamese staple serving banh mi, pho and bubble tea since the mid-2000s.
#33
MISC
8.3
A Franklin Ave Thai spot that wins with bold, chef-y comfort—crispy duck, roti wraps, and stir-fry staples that taste like they were built to be craved. Keep the order focused: one duck-forward signature, one noodle, and one bright salad so the meal doesn’t blur.
Must-Try Dishes:
Duck roti wraps, Triple-cooked duck pad Thai, Papaya salad
What Makes it Special: Duck-centric Thai comfort with roti wraps and big-flavor noodles.
8.3
Nam Son is a long-running Grand Street institution where big bowls of pho, rice plates, and family-style dishes come out fast in a bright, tightly packed dining room. With hundreds of reviews over many years and a loyal following, it’s a default option for groups who want classic Vietnamese combos at fair prices in the Chinatown–LES borderlands.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho bò with eye round and brisket, Gỏi cuốn (shrimp and pork summer rolls), Shaking beef over rice or watercress
What Makes it Special: A high-volume pho house that has quietly fed neighborhood families for years.
#35
Nom Nam
8.3
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Nom Nam is a cozy Vietnamese spot on East 34th Street where steaming bowls of pho, spring rolls, and banh mi anchor a compact, focused menu. Locals use it as an easygoing stop for comforting broths, straightforward rice plates, and a quick solo meal or low-key catch-up.
Must-Try Dishes:
O.G. beef pho with brisket and sirloin, Crispy pork spring rolls, Grilled pork banh mi
What Makes it Special: A tight, pho-centered menu that feels homey and personal.
#36
Nón Lá
8.3
A fresh East Village newcomer focused on Vietnamese homestyle flavors with a share-friendly bent. The menu leans into hot pot and richer noodle soups, making it a good pick for colder nights or small groups. Early buzz is promising, though it’s still building a track record.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vietnamese-style Hot Pot, Oxtail & Shank Phở, Bún Thịt Nướng (grilled pork vermicelli)
What Makes it Special: Shareable hot pot and beefy phở in a new local package.
#37
Pho Hoang
8.3
A high-volume, late-night Vietnamese comfort kitchen where the move is a big-broth bowl that still tastes complete even on delivery. The menu sprawls beyond pho, but the best experience stays focused: one signature pho plus one crisp starter, then get out while the broth is still piping hot.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Xe Lua (house special combo pho), Bún bò Huế, Chả giò (fried spring rolls)
What Makes it Special: A late-running pho anchor in 11355 with proven volume-driven reliability.
#38
Pho Tan
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Pho Tan is a long-running Vietnamese spot on Northern Boulevard whose menu also includes a solid roster of Thai-style curries, stir-fries, and noodle dishes. It’s a practical choice when a group wants comforting Southeast Asian food at value pricing, including Thai standards alongside big bowls of pho.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad Thai, Thai Green Curry with Chicken, Thai Basil Fried Rice
What Makes it Special: A Vietnamese-led menu with dependable Thai staples at everyday prices.
8.3
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A long-running, family-owned neighborhood staple with comforting, no-frills pho and a reliable broth that locals treat as a weeknight default. Portions are generous for the price, and delivery holds up well when you want a bowl at home.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Tai Nam (rare steak & flank), Pho Ga (chicken pho), Suon Nuong (grilled pork chop over rice)
What Makes it Special: Since 2011, this family shop has stayed a steady local pho anchor.
#40
Van Đa
8.3
A more ambitious Vietnamese menu that rewards diners who want regional range beyond the usual pho-and-banh-mi loop. Come with at least one other person, build a small-plates spread, and prioritize textures—crispy, bouncy, and herb-bright—over big portions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Banh beo-style bites, Banh bot loc (tapioca dumplings), One grilled or roasted main to anchor
What Makes it Special: Regional Vietnamese small plates that go deeper than the standard hits.
8.3
Open since 2015, Vietspot is a high-volume FiDi staple where deeply flavored beef and tofu pho share equal billing with overstuffed banh mi and rice bowls. The narrow counter-service space runs especially hard at lunch, trading comfort for speed and reliable, budget-friendly Vietnamese that downtown workers repeat weekly.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Pho, Tofu Pho, Grilled Pork Banh Mi
What Makes it Special: High-volume counter where deeply flavored pho and banh mi dominate.
8.3
VPho and Pizzeria in Morris Park runs as a tiny counter-service spot where deeply flavored Vietnamese pho, banh mi, and strong iced coffee share space with classic New York–style pies. Reviews highlight rich, long-simmered broths, fresh bread, and friendly, talk-you-through-the-menu service that make it a go-to for Vietnamese cravings in this part of the Bronx.
Must-Try Dishes:
Phở Đặc Biệt (house special pho), Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt (special banh mi), Bún Bò Lụi (grilled BBQ beef over vermicelli)
What Makes it Special: Vietnamese pho, banh mi, and pizza share one compact neighborhood counter.
#43
Banh Mi Place
8.2
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
A Prospect Heights counter that wins on fast, consistent Vietnamese staples—crackly baguette banh mi, clean broths, and snackable rolls that travel well. The move is to keep it classic: one sandwich, one side, and a bubble tea so the balance stays sharp instead of heavy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Banh Mi, Beef Pho, Summer Rolls
What Makes it Special: Crisp-bread banh mi and pho built for repeatable, quick meals.
#44
Hello Saigon
8.2
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hello Saigon is a spacious Greenwich Village Vietnamese restaurant known for southern-style pho, bun bo Hue, and a long menu of familiar classics served with beer, wine, and sake. Thousands of recent reviews highlight its clean, comforting broths and relaxed, linger-friendly dining room just off the NYU bar corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Hello Saigon, Bun Bo Hue, Crispy Pork Spring Rolls
What Makes it Special: Casual, sit-down Vietnamese with roomy seating and southern-leaning pho near NYU.
#45
Pho 99
8.2
A casual Station Square Vietnamese spot that wins on clean, aromatic pho broth and reliable noodle-soup comfort. It’s best when you keep the order classic—one pho, one fresh roll, and a banh mi for a crisp-herb counterpoint.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho tai (rare beef pho), Beef stew pho, Banh mi (house-style)
What Makes it Special: Pho-forward Vietnamese cooking with a broth-first, no-drama focus.
8.2
Old-school pho in a no-frills dining room where speed and portion size are the point. It’s best treated as a direct pho mission—order one classic beef bowl, add one roll or rice plate, and eat immediately before the steam-softening starts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Phở đặc biệt (combo beef pho), Gỏi cuốn (summer rolls), Grilled pork chop over rice
What Makes it Special: A decades-running, high-traffic pho stop built for fast, filling bowls.
#47
Pho Grand
8.2
Pho Grand is a longstanding Chinatown favorite where a sprawling menu covers multiple pho styles, fried appetizers, and rice dishes in a no-frills, always-busy room. With hundreds of reviews and steady traffic, it’s a go-to when you want a reliable bowl of beef noodle soup near the bridge.
Must-Try Dishes:
House pho with mixed beef cuts, Summer rolls with shrimp and herbs, Curry chicken over rice
What Makes it Special: A high-traffic pho specialist with a big menu and fast kitchen.
8.2
A modern, delivery-friendly pho shop where the broth-driven bowls are the smart play, especially when you stick to brisket or a house-special combo. Keep it simple with one pho and one fresh roll so the soup lands hot and the herbs stay bright.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sliced Brisket Phở, House Special Phở, Summer Roll (2)
What Makes it Special: Broth-forward pho with a tight, modern menu focus.
#49
PhoBar
8.2
PhoBar’s Park Slope outpost is a modern pho house a short walk from Barclays Center, known for its Spicy Short Rib Pho, oxtail bowls, and a bar-like counter lined with herbs and condiments. It’s a go-to when groups want steaming broth and shareable apps in a room that feels livelier and more designed than the average noodle shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Short Rib Pho, Oxtail Pho, Fried Spring Rolls
What Makes it Special: A contemporary pho specialist near Barclays where short rib bowls and oxtail pho headline the menu.
#50
Thái Son
8.2
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A Baxter Street Vietnamese standby with a broad pho lineup and a steady, practical dining rhythm. It’s best when you keep the order focused—one pho style, one starter—and let the broth carry the meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho tai (rare beef pho), Pho dac biet, Summer rolls
What Makes it Special: A deep pho menu with lots of broth-and-topping combinations.