Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Upper West Side (Central)
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Two Wheels
Modern Vietnamese counter-service with strong pho and banh mi in a small, busy room.
Notable Picks
#1
Two Wheels
8.1
Compact Vietnamese counter-service spot on Amsterdam Avenue known for pho, banh mi, and vermicelli bowls that skew fresh and consistent. Locals use it for quick but satisfying sit-down meals before or after time in Central Park or the nearby museums.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Banh Mi, Deluxe Pho Dac Biet, Vietnamese Wings
What makes it special: Modern Vietnamese counter-service with strong pho and banh mi in a small, busy room.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A cozy Upper West Side Vietnamese neighborhood spot where pho works best as comfort dining rather than a destination chase. Stick to one pho bowl plus one “snacky” side (kimchi fries or spring rolls), and it lands as an easy, satisfying meal without over-ordering.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho: Super bowl, Pho Duck, Kimchi fries
What makes it special: A warm neighborhood Vietnamese room with dependable pho options.