Vietnamese Restaurants in New York

Vietnamese food in New York isn’t just about good pho, though there’s plenty of that. If you wander into East Village or parts of Chinatown, you’ll find places where the broth has been simmering all day and the bánh mì sandwiches are stacked just right. I’m talking about spots like Saigon Shack, where the vibe is casual but the flavors punch way above their weight, and the little hole-in-the-wall in the Lower East Side that serves up crispy spring rolls so addictive you’ll forget where you are.

A quick tip: try the nước chấm dipping sauce when it’s homemade,it makes the simplest dishes sing. And if you’re visiting in winter, a piping hot bowl of bún bò Huế from a West Village joint can do wonders for a cold New York night. Just remember, some of the best Vietnamese eats don’t come with fancy storefronts, so don’t hesitate to duck down a side street or peek past a menu stand outside a nondescript door. That’s where the magic really happens in this city.