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Best Vietnamese Food in Waikiki
Finding great Vietnamese food in and around Waikiki takes a little local know-how — so I pulled together the spots worth knowing, combining the area's best-rated options into one curated guide.
Updated September 2026
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The list spans everything from steaming bowls of phở at Phở Minh Thư Restaurant to banh mi sandwiches at Aloha Hotdog and Banh Mi, plus hearty broth-based dishes at Ribs & Broth Waikiki. Whether you're after a quick, affordable bite or a sit-down Vietnamese meal, there's something here for every craving.
Spots that our editors have personally visited and verified carry the NateEatsHawaii badge — keep an eye out for that marker as you browse the full list of 6 qualifying restaurants below.
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What is the best Vietnamese restaurant in Waikiki?
The top-rated options near Waikiki include Phở Minh Thư Restaurant, Pho Old Saigon in nearby Kapahulu, and Ribs & Broth Waikiki — each well-regarded for their Vietnamese comfort food. Check the NateEatsHawaii badge on the list for personally verified picks.
Where can I find affordable Vietnamese food near Waikiki?
Pho Old Saigon on Kapahulu Ave and Aloha Hotdog and Banh Mi in Waikiki are both popular choices for a satisfying, budget-friendly Vietnamese meal without straying far from the tourist strip.
How is this Vietnamese food guide for Waikiki put together?
This is a curated BEST guide — it leads with any of our editors' hand-picked recommendations (marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge), then rounds out the list with the highest-rated Vietnamese spots in and around Waikiki based on visitor ratings collected on NateEatsHawaii.
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