Oahu punches well above its weight when it comes to Vietnamese food. From steaming bowls of pho in Kaimuki to crispy banh mi in Ala Moana, the island's 66 Vietnamese restaurants give you plenty of reasons to eat well. I pulled together this guide combining my own verified picks with the highest-rated spots locals and visitors keep coming back to.
At the top of the list are two spots I personally recommend and have earned the NateEatsHawaii badge: Midtown Eats, Honolulu's buzzy new food hall in Ala Moana, and Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls, the Vietnamese counter inside it serving fresh-daily banh mi, famous chicken pho, and a standout Vietnamese iced coffee. Beyond those, you'll find well-regarded spots like Hale Vietnam Restaurant in Kaimuki — known for modern Vietnamese fare with vegetarian-friendly options — and Lemongrass Vietnamese and Thai Cuisine in Kailua, a cozy neighborhood staple for banh mi and Asian classics.
Every spot Nate has personally visited is marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page, so you always know which recommendations come with firsthand experience. Whether you're hunting for a quick banh mi lunch or a full pho feast, this guide has you covered across every corner of the island.
The ranking
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Honolulu's newest food hall featuring 12 local restaurants with diverse cuisines from sushi to BBQ to banh mi. Located at The Park on Keeaumoku with free validated parking. Note: While the bar stays open until posted hours, most food vendors close between 8–9 PM.
2Vietnamese counter inside Midtown Eats — fresh-daily banh mi, famous chicken pho, chicken egg rolls, and a standout Vietnamese iced coffee. Card only. Free validated parking.
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11$$Informal destination for modern Vietnamese fare, including pho, BBQ plates & vegetarian options.
12$$Modest eatery serving Asian classics such as banh mi & chicken satay in an intimate space.
13$$Basic Vietnamese cuisine is featured at this straightforward storefront space.
14Traditional Vietnamese eatery with a down-home vibe specializing in homemade noodle soups.
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20$Humble, welcoming Vietnamese restaurant serving traditional pho & noodle dishes plus local flavors.
21$$Classic Vietnamese food such as hearty noodle soups & rice dishes served in a modest setting.
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23$Noodles, rice plates & stir fries round out the menu at this casual spot known for Vietnamese eats.
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Nate's top verified pick is Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls inside Midtown Eats in Ala Moana — known for fresh-daily banh mi, chicken pho, and Vietnamese iced coffee. Beyond that, well-rated spots like Hale Vietnam Restaurant in Kaimuki and Golden Pho in Kaneohe are consistently popular with locals and visitors alike.
Vietnamese cuisine on Oahu is generally very wallet-friendly. Counter-style spots like Ms. Nguyen Banh Mi & Rolls and Bella Banh Mi Cafe are popular for quick, budget-conscious meals, while neighborhood restaurants like Aloha Vietnamese Foods in Moiliili and Broken Rice in Kaimuki are known for generous portions at reasonable prices.
This is a curated BEST guide — Nate's personally verified picks appear first (look for the NateEatsHawaii badge), followed by the highest-rated Vietnamese restaurants across Oahu drawn from the site's catalog of around 1,900 restaurants. The guide is reviewed and refreshed regularly to reflect new openings and closures.
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