Must-Visit Vietnamese Restaurants in Metro Manila
Besides Thai and Indonesian, Vietnamese restaurants are also a famous choice for foodies seeking a heartening Southeast Asian food experience. Classic Vietnamese food is a good choice for the health-conscious as most dishes use a generous amount of herbs and veggies while packing a lot of wonderful flavors. Noodles, rice, sandwiches, you name it, you’ll find it in a Vietnamese restaurant!
Anytime you’re craving for a hearty Vietnamese meal, here are some Vietnamese restaurants in Metro Manila that will surely satisfy your appetite!
Dalat
Bagtikan St., Makati City
Vietnamese Spring Rolls (Php 135) and Traditional Grilled Chicken (Php 155) / IMAGE from Dalat
Tucked away on a quaint street in San Antonio Village, Dalat attracts Asian food lovers with a unique highlight on Com Tam or Vietnamese broken rice which, besides the more famous pho or banh mi, is also a staple dish in Vietnam. Be sure to try their Traditional Grilled Chicken served with this interesting kind of rice from Vietnam!
Also read: Dalat in Makati: Traditional Vietnamese Broken Rice
Bon Pho & Roll
Mayapis St., Makati City
Bon House Special (Php 250)
This unpretentious restaurant sits on a quaint residential street in San Antonio Village, offering an experience of home-cooked Vietnamese meals that will surely bring fond memories of home. Dishes are served certifiably fresh, with herbs that come from the owners’ own backyard. A perfect dish to try for first-time visitors at Bon Pho & Roll is the Bon House Special.
Also read: Bon Pho & Roll in Makati
Bawai’s Vietnamese Kitchen
Uptown Parade, BGC; Katipunan Ave., Quezon City
Pho Bo Kho (Php 375)
Just like your bawai or grandmother’s home, Bawai’s Vietnamese Kitchen has a bright and cheery atmosphere combined with homey elements like ambient lighting, framed wall photos, and long dining tables. Families and groups of friends can surely enjoy a great bonding time over Pho Bo Kho.
Also read: Bawai’s Vietnamese Kitchen in Uptown BGC
Vina Trang
Sampaloc St., Makati City; Sampaloc, Manila
Banh Mi Truyen Thong (Medium – Php 99, Large – Php 119) / IMAGE from Vina Trang
Vina Trang is a spacious and vibrant restaurant offering Vietnamese favorites that both the health-conscious and the budget-conscious will enjoy. Its location on the fifth floor of a building and its open-air setup on the balcony area also lets you get a good view of the city surroundings. Don’t miss out on their Banh Mi Truyen Thong!
Also read: Vina Trang in Makati: Affordable and authentic Vietnamese cuisine
Ba Noi’s
Perea St., Makati City; UP Town Center, Quezon City; Pasig City
Pho Bo (Php 280) / IMAGE from Ba Noi’s
If you don’t want to huddle with the crowd at mall restaurants, retreat to Perea St., just a short walking distance from Greenbelt in Makati, where a Vietnamese restaurant discreetly sits. Ba Noi’s follows authentic Vietnamese recipes and produces dishes with simple flavors and fresh ingredients. A good dish to have at this cozy low-key restaurant is Pho Bo.
Also read: Indulge in Vietnamese Flavors at Ba Noi’s at Perea, Makati
P.H.A.T. Pho
Rockwell, Makati City; Serendra, BGC
Seafood Pho (Small – Php 245, Large – Php 395) / IMAGE from P.H.A.T. Pho
Originating in Cebu City, P.H.A.T. Pho is a modest dining place with a vibrant and welcoming vibe. Known for its modern street-style noodles and a casual counter service, this Vietnamese restaurant captivates customers with “Pretty, Hot, and Tasty” dishes that are handmade, fresh, and flavorful. Be sure to try their Seafood Pho!
Also read: P.H.A.T. Pho: Pretty Hot And Tasty!
Written by Rizelle “Rei” Leaño
