It's small and nothing special but that food is greeaaat. The place has the ability to convince me…read moreto order things I would never ever order (the sea bream, fishcakes and meatballs, respectively) yet I'm always SO happy I did. Most of the mains are around £9-12 with plenty of noodle and curry dishes that are £1-2 less. It's BYOB too. For four people to order three courses and drink two bottles of wine, our bill was less than £100. Boom. For the price point you won't find much better in the area. It gets pretty busy on the weekend so make a reservation if you can.

A tiny elegant friendly restaurant in a most unexpected location. The food is authentic and…read moredelicious and we were helped with our choices by the owner who made suggestions that proved to be a delicious combination. We loved the food and the prices are more than reasonable for the quality and taste and to top it off it was byo. As Australians here on an extended holiday we will certainly revisit this place. Highly recommended.

I liked the duck. The pho is heavy on the star anise, but my partner who ordered it liked it. We…read morewill be back to try other items. I was looking forward to Viet desserts, but they are not available today. Maybe on the weekends? This is a nice clean space.

This restaurant is one of few in London with truly authentic Vietnamese food. The stir fried beef…read morewith lemongrass and chili and egg noodles with prawn were both exceptionally lovely, and I wouldn't be surprised if the same could be said about every other dish on the menu. We were helped by Tom, a particularly friendly and caring team member, and the ambience and cleanliness of the establishment are both first-rate (I spent a good ten minutes admiring a beautiful mural painted on one of the walls). Having enjoyed the food of countless Vietnamese restaurants throughout the Vietnamese enclaves of Southern California, I can confidently recommend Bui Vien to the self-proclaimed foodie and Battersea local alike.

Oriental food is delicious, Vietnamese is a wonderful change from Chinese. It isn't too far from…read morewhat you are used to when going to a Chinese restaurant but different enough to enjoy the change. The food here is fresh and always served to a high standard. The staff here are so welcoming and keen to make a good impression!

I saw that Pho Saigon was nearby when I searched Yelp, and I'm so glad I decided (after walking…read morearound the block and back) to go in. I was offered a small bowl of homemade kimchi to go with my Tiger beer, which I was delighted by! I've wanted to try Kimchi for AGES! And it was so tasty :-) I ordered a king prawn pho. Flat noodles; halved prawns; fresh coriander, basil and mint; sliced red chilli and bean sprouts on the side which I added. I also asked if they could give it a bit of a kick to try and sink my blossoming cold and they kindly obliged. Not too hot, but enough to give it some warmth. Omnomnom! Gorgeous :-) I spoke to the owner afterwards and he said they were quite new. I would definitely be back if I'm in the area.

This is a nice little restaurant with friendly and polite staff. The menu is somewhat limited, it…read moredoes not offer Banh Mi, one of the most popular Vietnamese specialities. I had one of the soups with rice vermicelli, beef and vegetables. It was good but no matter what spiciness I added, the broth still seemed too bland for my preference. Same for my wife's rice vermicelli with mixed vegetables. The little bowl of pickled vegetables that was brought to the table were delicious. Just the right amount of spice and pickling. The restaurant is very clean, nicely decorated and it's front tables open to the sidewalk, with a couple of tables outside. Also the price was very reasonable. I'd like to give these nice people 4 stars for all the above, but the main entree failed to satisfy.

Really like it the first time, like it again the second time, and then again the third time. Now I…read moresometimes make the trip to just come here, for some good old authentic Vietnamese food. This is a little gem in Leyton. What makes this Vietnamese restaurant stand outs, is that it has a slightly different added menu, it still makes the traditional food, but stuffed chicken wings? Saying that, the traditional dishes were just as splendid, full of mouth watering flavours, combining with the freshness and texture when taking that first bite. And there was no skimping on the portion sizes. I left that restaurant quite full. The venue itself was spacious and open. really cool modern and simple decorating, but it works. Even when the restaurant was full, still did not feel crowded, quite the opposite, relax with a buzz vibe. That was also due to the part of the waiters, who were very friendly, attentive, and on point. They have some really good lunch offers at the moment, so that really helps, but generally the cost is quite decent and value for money, comparing to other Vietnamese restaurants. Other than parking and its awkward location, one way narrow road, I would say this is a good place to eat.

One of only very few places I'll go in London for a bowl of pho...I am not usually picky about my…read morefood except when it comes to pho! Staff are super friendly and helpful... Update 2/11/2016: Little Saigon have upgraded their menu and have included more home cooked favourites! Canh Chua Nem nuong! Highly recommend!!!!

Best Vietnamese food in London. It's affordable, unpretentious and the flavours are as close to the…read morereal thing as you can get. I got really spoilt living in the Bay Area having good Vietnamese food at least once a week, so finding something close to what I was used to is rare. This is a no frills place, if you blink you might miss it, the decor is not posh by any means, that being said, it's clean, the service is friendly and good, the prices are really affordable, and the flavours are spot on. I have some food intolerances and eating out is almost always an ordeal, this place has always been extremely good at accommodating my requests accurately. Also, they have really good range of vegetarian options, including the best veggie pho I have had. The only but I could find, is that they are not closer to me, and they only take cash.

This little Vietnamese cafe is what the Americans would call a mom 'n' pop joint. The menu is full…read moreof authentic dishes and the simple decor doesn't detract from a clean restaurant I started with deep fried chicken wings in garlic butter sauce. They were crispy though could maybe have done with a tiny bit longer in the fryer as the coating was a little floury For my main, I chose special pho - rare beef, well done beef and beef ball with the rice noodles. The slow simmered beef broth was packed with flavour from the bones and spices if a tad salty There are more interesting dishes to return for in the future

This is one of my fave spots for Dim Sum in London - well kinda London, it's in Croydon so just…read moreborderline! I've only ever been on a Sunday morning for Dim Sum so I can't speak for their a la carte menu, but it's definitely worth a trip if you're ever in the area! You get your usual bao and shu-mai here, but they are awesome! The shu-mai have chunks of prawn in them and not just generic minced stuff. I definitely must recommend you try the Vietnamese Spring Roll - this is by far my most favourite dish. They always come out steaming hot so if you're not careful you'll burn your mouth when you bite into it. It's also packed full of meaty goodness and it's dense that it's hard to hold them in your chopsticks for too long. The staff are very quick and efficient and I've never had an order wrong here. Slightly off track, but their crockery stacking skills never cease to amaze me. On a previous visit, the waitress cleared a table of 6 in one go and carried mostly everything on one arm!

Went for lunch yesterday. Had a fried noodle dish with barbecued pork…read more Very very dry with hardly any pork in it. Had to put some soy sauce on to eat. Also had ho fun which was totally tasteless. Do not think much of the dim sum.

I was in Brighton for a conference in mid-September 2023 and decided to try this Vietnamese…read morerestaurant for an early dinner (5:45pm) on a Wednesday. First, the food quality is good and reasonably priced (13 pounds). I ordered the big bowl pho soup includes noodles, meatballs, and beef with a side helping of bean sprouts to add. It was satisfying and hearty. The only blemish was that the broth had a bit more fat than I would have liked. Location is convenient for visitors to Brighton. It's on Preston Street near the Waitrose supermarket. From the Brighton I-360 tourist attraction, it's about 1-2 blocks north away from the water. From Churchill Square (near the clock tower), it's about a 5-7 minute walk to the west (along the street that is reserved for buses and taxis only). The restaurant is a bit tiny - I would recommend it for solo diner or couples. It's not convenient for a large group. Preston Street has a nice boba tea shop across the way and other restaurants that are worth a look-see. Overall, I would recommend "the Big Bowl" for visitors to Brighton who are looking for authentic Vietnamese pho.

I'm glad I got to try this place as I've been struggling to find good Vietnamese food. Coming from…read moreCalifornia, I was spoilt with options but there was only one place I trusted in Brighton until today! I ordered the Bún cha combo which has vermicelli noodles, grilled pork, chicken and a spring roll. It comes with a dipping sauce that's a mixture of lemon juice, ginger, chilli, garlic and vinegar. It was tasty and cost just under £9. Service was very friendly and nice. I will definitely come back and try other items on the menu!

Refreshing place to be in. This beautiful Vietnamese…read morecafe/restaurant with delicious and affordable prices.. Their pawn dumpling are soooo! delicious . Very, very polite staff. very child friendly.

Living in Zone 4 of South London will make you realise that your food options after 9pm are limited…read moreto: kebabs, pizza, chinese food and fried chicken. That's why I was SOO happy to find Urban Orient was open late! And they serve one of my favourite things in the world. Pho is like a nice warm hug in a bowl. it's hard to screw it up unless you try to get fancy with it. As for me, give me soe rare flank steak, some tripe and some beef balls (thatswhatshesaid) and I'm happy. Urban Orient did not disappoint. Service is good and prices are affordable. I noticed they also serve dim sum so the menu is a mix of Vietnamese and Chinese, which I've noticed is typical for London. They're also a coffee house with wifi, so they do a bit of everything. It's definitely worth checking out if you're in the Crystal Palace area.

The sweetest couple, Tam and Van, own Cafe Green, and they put lots of love in their food…read more I ordered bún (vermicelli salad) with chicken satay and an egg roll, and it was one of the best bún I ever had. I appreciated the abundance of fresh veggies. The tea was also tasty. We were the only ones there before they closed, and Tam and Van took their time to chat with us. Cafe Green is a hidden gem that locals don't seem to notice. They get most of their business from international travelers. If you're in London, PLEASE visit Cafe Green!!

From the owner: Cafe Green - Vietnamese Kitchen We are a small independent…read moreVietnamese restaurant run by a family. Our aim is delivering healthy, tasty and most of all fresh home cooked Vietnamese food to you. Our specialty is our deliciously and nutritious oxtail pho as well as our noodle salads.