Cuisine Guide

Date Night — Best Vietnamese in London

Discover handpicked Vietnamese restaurants in London, with what to order first at each place.

Every place here is handpicked. Signal score shows how strong and consistent the review coverage is, not a star rating.

10 restaurants

1
Med Salleh Viet

Vietnamese · ££ · Earl's Court

89Signal

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Prawn Summer Rolls

Critics describe these hand-crafted rolls as having a rice paper case 'stretched tight over fat prawns' and herbs so they appear 'encased in edible polythene' or 'hiding behind a shower curtain.'

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

2
Dzo Viet Kitchen

Vietnamese · ££ · Islington

82Signal

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Beef Summer Rolls

Described as "exploding with foliage like a peacock’s tail feathers," these rolls offer a "comforting combination of softness and crunch" from vermicelli, bean sprouts, and grilled marinated beef.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

3
Lai Rai

Vietnamese · ££ · Peckham

82Signal

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Bò Lá Lốt (Betel Leaf Beef)

These 'well-knit beef patties' feature a 'medicinal' betel leaf spice and a 'thrillingly unfamiliar' coffee-laden barbecue sauce that The Evening Standard praised.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

4
Cay Tre

Vietnamese · ££ · Soho

80Signal

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Bone Marrow Pho

Recognized as the restaurant's 'signature Pho,' it is noted as 'incredible value' on the lunch menu. While some critics find the broth itself lacking fragrance, the 'incredibly thin slices of beef' are widely praised for their quality.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

5
Eat Vietnam

Vietnamese BBQ · ££ · Deptford

80Signal

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Cánh Gà (Chicken Wings)

Described by reviewers as some of the best in the city—huge, crispy, and coated in a addictive, boozy 'bar-b-grill' sauce.

Strong, consistent praise across multiple sources.

6
Hoa Sen

Vietnamese · ££ · Covent Garden

68Signal

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Vịt Quay Lạng Sơn (Roasted Duck)

The house signature: juicy roast duck flavoured with rare mắc mật leaves. This Covent Garden spot is highlighted by the Evening Standard as a 'good name to know' in the West End for authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

7
Mien Tay

Vietnamese · ££ · Shoreditch

66Signal

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Chargrilled Quail with Honey, Garlic and Spices

Described as 'heavenly' and 'sensational,' this dish features perfectly charred, honey-glazed skin with aromatic notes of cinnamon and star-anise.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

8
Sen Viet

Vietnamese · ££ · King's Cross

60Signal

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Beef Pho

A warming, classic bowl of beef noodle soup described as the perfect remedy for the cold.

Well-backed by reviews and repeat mentions.

9
Ngon Ngon

Vietnamese · ££ · Clerkenwell

57Signal

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Sautéed Beef Pho

Acclaimed for its rich, aromatic broth that is 'packed with flavours' and 'wholesome,' served with tender slices of beef for a wonderfully satisfying meal.

Useful signal, but still lighter than the standouts.

10
Banh Banh

Vietnamese · ££

55Signal

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Vegetable spring rolls

These are described as 'lovely light' and make for a perfect, fresh start to a Vietnamese meal.

Useful signal, but still lighter than the standouts.

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