Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
JoJu
Modern Vietnamese banh mi and bowls with serious flavor and speed.
Notable Picks
#1
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.
Worthy Picks
#2
Pho 39
7.8
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Pho 39 is a cozy Midtown pho shop just south of Bryant Park, focusing on straightforward bowls of beef broth, noodles, and classic Vietnamese sides. Office workers and commuters use it as a reliable, no-fuss spot to warm up with pho, banh mi, and spring rolls between meetings or trains.
Must-Try Dishes:
Flank & Brisket Pho, Grilled Chicken Banh Mi, Duck Spring Rolls
What makes it special: A central Bryant Park pho shop built around classic broths and quick service.