Browse all 41 Vietnamese restaurants in the Outside Eats dining guide to the San Francisco Peninsula. Select any restaurant for photos, hours, directions, reviews, and the full profile.
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- Asian Box Palo Alto100% gluten-free Vietnamese scratch kitchen with bold six-spice chicken, coconut curry tofu and lemongrass pork bowls.
- Asian Box BurlingameVietnamese scratch kitchen with fresh ingredients, 100% gluten-free menu.
- Bayhill Vietnamese Bistro San BrunoAuthentic Vietnamese cuisine with generous portions of pho, banh mi, and grilled pork dishes at great value.
- Ben Tre Restaurant South San FranciscoFamily owned Vietnamese restaurant serving comfort food they enjoy eating themselves. Inspired by Southern Vietnam flavors.
- Ben Tre Restaurant MillbraeFamily owned Vietnamese restaurant serving authentic comfort cuisine rooted in Southern Vietnam culinary traditions.
- Big Bites Vietnamese Eatery Mountain ViewBig Bites Vietnamese Eatery is a Vietnamese restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Cafe Bunn Mi South San FranciscoAuthentic Vietnamese spot famous for fresh banh mi sandwiches, savory pho, and lemongrass sauced dishes made with time honored recipes.
- Cafe Cherimoya BurlingameVietnamese banh mi sandwiches and popular garlic noodles served fresh.
- Gao Viet Kitchen San MateoHome of the Phozilla with 24-hour simmered marrow broth.
- Happy Lamb Hot Pot | Mountain View Mountain ViewHappy Lamb Hot Pot | Mountain View is a Vietnamese restaurant in Mountain View, California.
- Indochine Palo AltoLongstanding Middlefield Road Thai and Vietnamese kitchen with bold curries, fresh spring rolls, and catering for private events and corporate meetings.
- Kevin’s Noodle House South San FranciscoAuthentic Vietnamese cuisine using fresh ingredients, renowned for pho considered best in the Bay Area.
- Kitten & Pinky PacificaSmall family-owned Vietnamese sandwich shop known for outstanding banh mi on fresh-baked baguettes with pork pate and BBQ pork.
- La Petite Camille MillbraeFamily run since the 1990s, famous for Imperial Rolls, BBQ specialties, and generous portions of homestyle Vietnamese comfort food.
- LeQuy Palo AltoNeighborhood Vietnamese restaurant with a loyal Palo Alto following for pho, banh mi, and classic stir-fries at everyday prices.
- Little Saigon South San FranciscoFamous for their fragrant pho with 20 hours of simmering and fresh, traditional Vietnamese dishes.
- Little Vietnamese Bistro San BrunoAuthentic Vietnamese bistro serving generous portions of flavorful noodle soups, garlic noodles, and chef's special dishes.
- M sandwiches Cafe San MateoAuthentic French-Vietnamese bánh mì with house-made pâté and grilled meats.
- May’s Vietnamese Restaurant Redwood CityA partnership of cultures bringing authentic pho and banh mi on a flower filled patio.
- Oasis Vietnamese Cuisine PacificaFamily-owned Vietnamese restaurant serving flavorful pho with rich broth, bun bo hue, banh mi, and charbroiled pork.
- Pho & Banh Mi Los Altos Los AltosAuthentic Vietnamese cuisine featuring fresh ingredients and flavorful combination pho. Also offers convenient drive through service for takeout.
- Pho Anh Mountain ViewFamily-owned Vietnamese restaurant on E El Camino Real with flavorful pho, vermicelli bowls, and rice plates at generous portions and neighborhood prices.
- Pho Avenue Mountain ViewDependable Vietnamese pho restaurant on W El Camino Real with rich house-made broth, fresh sides, and house-made sodas across from Whole Foods.
- Pho Banh Mi & Juice Half Moon BayFamily-owned Vietnamese cafe with pho, banh mi sandwiches on toasted bread, spring rolls, and fresh-pressed juices.
- Pho Cafe Daly CityCasual Vietnamese pho restaurant open daily with fresh broth, rice noodle soups, and Vietnamese comfort staples at neighborhood prices.
- Pho de Nguyen San BrunoAuthentic Vietnamese pho with deeply flavorful natural bone broth and premium beef, plus crispy banh mi and fresh spring rolls.
- Phở Đông Restaurant Redwood CityFamily owned restaurant serving authentic Vietnamese pho with broth slow cooked for 24 hours in multiple varieties.
- Pho Element San MateoBroth cooked overnight brings out intense flavor you'll taste.
- Phở Hà Nội Palo AltoVietnamese pho kitchen using ancestral spice recipes, Harris Ranch Angus beef, free-range chicken, and spices harvested from Vietnam's Central Valley mountains.
- Pho Huynh Hiep 3 - Kevin's Noodle House Daly CityThird location of the beloved Kevin's Noodle House dynasty on Mission Street, with 30-plus-year family recipes for pho, hu tieu, and Vietnamese noodle soups that have earned a multigenerational following.
- Pho Huynh Hiep 4 - Kevin's Noodle House Daly CityFourth location of Kevin's Noodle House on Mission Street, serving the same award-winning pho, hu tieu, and broken rice plates that have defined Vietnamese dining in Daly City for decades.
- Pho New Saigon Foster CityFresh ingredients and rich home-style flavors transport you to Vietnam.
- Phở Trần Vũ Mountain ViewConsistently rated top pho in Mountain View, with clean rich broth, well-done brisket, and authentic Vietnamese preparations at N Rengstorff Avenue.
- Phở Vi Hoa Los AltosFamily recipe pho with rich, flavorful broth simmered for hours and generous portions.
- Pho Vinh Vietnamese Restaurant San CarlosPho Vinh Vietnamese Restaurant is a Vietnamese restaurant in San Carlos, California.
- Phởtochau 999 Mountain ViewLong-standing Vietnamese pho institution on Villa Street with nearly 1,000 reviews, beloved for its bold broth and generous portions at everyday prices.
- SaiGon BreadFast Mountain ViewVietnamese banh mi cafe on E El Camino Real widely praised as one of the best banh mi spots in the Bay Area, with egg coffee, matcha drinks, and a signature Saigon sandwich.
- Saigon City Restaurant San MateoSaigon City Restaurant is a Vietnamese restaurant in San Mateo, California.
- Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery Palo AltoUpscale Vietnamese restaurant and art gallery on University Avenue from Chef Tammy Huynh, celebrated for shaking beef, garlic tiger prawns, and rotating Vietnamese artwork.
- The Pho Cabin Los AltosCozy cabin atmosphere with flavorful pho featuring complex broth and generous fresh herbs.
- Viet Time San BrunoFamily owned Vietnamese spot serving authentic pho with rich broth perfected over four years of training.
About Vietnamese Restaurants on the SF Peninsula
Vietnamese food is a Peninsula favorite, built on fresh herbs, bright broths, and a light touch that keeps you coming back. The guide covers pho houses, banh mi counters, rice-plate spots, and full-service restaurants, with strong options in San Jose's northern reach, Milpitas nearby, and across San Mateo and Daly City.
Pho is the anchor for many diners, a fragrant beef or chicken broth over rice noodles, finished at the table with basil, bean sprouts, lime, and chili. It is comfort food and a cure-all, cheap, filling, and satisfying in any weather. Banh mi is the other pillar, a crackly baguette layered with pickled vegetables, herbs, chili, and your choice of protein, one of the best fast lunches available anywhere on the Peninsula.
Beyond those two, look for vermicelli bowls topped with grilled pork or lemongrass chicken, shaking beef, clay-pot dishes, fresh spring rolls, and crispy imperial rolls. Some kitchens serve Vietnamese coffee thick with condensed milk, a fitting finish. The cooking rewards a shared table, since ordering a soup, a rice plate, and a few rolls lets everyone taste widely.
Value is excellent, and vegetarians can usually find tofu and vegetable versions of the classics. Most spots are casual and quick, making Vietnamese an easy choice for lunch or a low-key dinner.
Use the list below to browse Vietnamese restaurants by city, then open a profile for hours, photos, and directions. Whether you want a steaming bowl of pho, a banh mi to go, or a full sit-down meal, the Peninsula's Vietnamese kitchens deliver freshness and value in equal measure.
