I walked in to this restaurant with my friend on a Saturday night around 6:30 PM and we were given a table immediately in the front of the restaurant. Unfortunately, from the moment we sat down, we were quite cold because of the door being opened frequently and the lack of heating. We ordered the crispy spring rolls to share, and my friend ordered the spicy beef noodle soup and I got the spicy tofu noodle soup (pho). The spring rolls came quickly and upon taking a bite, I noticed what I thought was pork or chicken inside, so as a pescatarian/doesn't eat meat I spit it out and we flagged down the server. The staff member said they were seafood spring rolls, and when we asked if there was pork, beef or chicken, he didn't know. We asked him to check with the chef, and he was gone for 5 minutes. He returned and said it was seafood only in the spring rolls, which is okay for my diet, so I continued eating the spring rolls, although was still a bit hesitant. They had a nice crunch and were good tasting, but I didn't like the mustard dipping sauce. My friend and I both liked our spicy noodle soup/pho (hers with beef, mine with tofu), although we weren't too impressed. We expected more spice, and I would have liked more vegetables or toppings in mine. The service was decent but not amazing, and the restaurant was very cold in the London winter time. The restaurant was busy on a Saturday evening but had lots of space and there never was a wait. I saw big parties of people there, couples, individuals out solo, and more, a big mix. My total was £19 for splitting the spring rolls and my tofu soup and tap water, which is okay for London (but still expensive!). The mix up with the spring rolls is still looming in my mind... read more

Sen Viet - Spicy tofu pho and crispy spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

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You are not just paying for small food here; you are paying to be dismissed and lectured by the staff. They are far more interested in defending their illogical pricing than providing decent food or service. This restaurant should be avoided. The Problem: Price vs. Plate This spot has a huge line, but don't be fooled--it's not worth the wait or the price. I paid £15 for the spicy noodles, and the portion that arrived was laughably small. It felt like an appetizer, not a main course, and the flavor was bland and unauthentic. This is a severe failure of value for money in a competitive London market. The Owner's Unacceptable Attitude When I gave feedback about the poor value on the bill, the owner immediately got defensive, and the conversation became completely unprofessional: 1. Hiding Behind Culture: They tried to excuse the size by claiming it's an "authentic Vietnamese breakfast portion," and that servings are naturally smaller than in the US. I pointed out that I was here for dinner, paying £15. 2. The Condescending Giggle: When I mentioned where I'd had a properly sized, authentic bowl before, the owner and their companion actually giggled at me. The companion then snapped the quote: "Americans have large portions everywhere." The problem is the staff's unacceptable defensive attitude toward a legitimate customer complaint. They use cultural excuses to mask illogical pricing. Do not waste your money here. read more

It was alright. I got a little too hyped from the reviews and didn't keep my expectations in check. The Bún Chả Cá was pretty disappointing -- the fish was super dry and the soup had no flavor. The place was also packed like sardines, which didn't help. read more

We got the Presidential Bun and the Aubergine Tofu. Both were very tasty and healthy, and we would like to order them again soon. Also love that this is a vegetarian place! read more

*EXPERIENCE: We got here at noon on a Saturday and was surprised to see the gate not pulled up and we thought it was closed even though it should've been open. It turns out that the restaurant manager was late and the employee inside was not allowed to open the gate. That was super bizarre. The whole restaurant is managed by 1 restaurant manager who seated people, took the orders, made the drinks, and ran the cash register. Seems like a lot for just 1 person, but she managed. I guess that's why she was a bit rude and unhappy. Lastly, like a true Vietnamese restaurant, you pay up front. We sat there for at least 30mins waiting for someone to bring the check or trying to catch the restaurant managers attention, until the bus boy came to clear our plates told us we pay at the front. *FOOD: I enjoyed the chicken porridge especially on a stormy day. It was very homey and delicious. However, my husband got the pho and it definitely was below average. I guess this restaurant is more of a well-rounder Vietnamese cuisine and does not specialize in pho. read more

Sen Viet - Chicken porridge - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

One of my go to pho places in London. The taste is authentic, prices are reasonable, service is quick and prompt. read more

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Excellent pho - can ask for seasonings on the side to adjust heat to your taste. Mango/coconut smoothie is delicious. Portions are large and service is quick and friendly. Great place for a quick bite. Credit cards accepted. read more

Local Viet restaurant... is nearby Kings cross station ...all food was tasty! Love the spicy taste a lot and the beef was excellent. read more

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Visiting London from Los Angeles and we're in the mood for some Vietnamese foods. This restaurant popped up as we yelped and used TripAdvisor. Reviews are good, it's close by to the hotel we're staying in so here we are. The good side: We ordered the prawn and pork summer rolls for appetizer and it was amazing. Even better than the ones in LA! LA is known for great foods by the way. Fiancé for the beef stew with jasmine rice. I didn't try it but he said it was pretty good. Service was great from the moment we walked in till the very end. The bad side: Why I took away 1 star is because for the portion of the chicken pho I ordered. It was almost like kids meal so I obviously didn't feel like I had a good meal afterwards which was a disappointment. Don't order any pho if you're more on the starving side. The rice plates portion looks decent. We'll probably come back again sometime during our trip, but no more pho from this place. read more

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I would describe my experience here as very underwhelming. It seemed promising because of the reviews, the great smell when entering and the amount of people. However, the Pho was bland and the beef vermicelli was just the same. The promising dishes are the fried mango spring rolls and the summer rolls. Very unfortunate. read more

I would love to recommend this restaurant to all Vietnamese who is travel to London, bún cha ca is the best , and Pho , people here is so nice , friendly . I definitely be back next time when I am in London . read more

Wow. Just had dinner for the 1st time here (won't be the last!) and I can say I'll be returning soon and often. One of my work colleagues, who is Vietnamese, took a small group of us for dinner today (pay day!). I'd never been and love Vietnamese food so I decided to come along. Wow, am I glad I did! Except for the tofu summer rolls (good) which I shared as a starter, pretty much everything we ordered was new to me. The other starter was a beef baguette which was lovely (had a sneaky bite). Now onto the mains. We tried the stuffed aubergine which came with plenty of tofu and veg - wonderful. Healthy and very tasty. We also got a sort of fried crepe thing again stuffed with a mixed vegetable stir fry (but different from the aubergine). This actually came with lettuce wraps and mint and was hard to eat but absolutely delicious. Now onto the non veggie. We had this incredible beef, sorry i forgot the name but I took a picture. It was some sort of marinated, pan fried beef dish. It was so unbelievable tender and bursting with flavour. I would not come here again without ordering. To finish our savoury tasting, we got a seafood and rice vermicelli plate - not as mind blowing as the beef but still very good. At this point I was freaking out because discovering a restaurant this good and cheap near the office is not an everyday affair. And here comes the coup de grace. I never order dessert at Asian restaurants because, let's face it, it's often not their forte. However, everyone at the table was curious so we got the mango spring rolls and the deep fried ice cream. The mango spring rolls were very nice (if a bit sweet) but what I found great was the deep fried ice cream. Really good quality vanilla delicately coated in bread crumbs and sprinkled with peanuts & condensed milk. So tasty!! Needles to say, I'm a fan. I can't wait to have many a work lunch and post work dinners here. Final note is that it's VERY reasonable. With all that food and a couple of drinks we came to £18/pp. Fantastic. read more

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Hidden gem for a Vietnamese girl missing mommy's home cooked meals! Food: They have a very big menu so it can satisfy all your vietnamese food cravings or confuse you to death! First time I came, I tried their Bun Cha Ca La Vong, which is a local cuisine in a region of Vietnam that I've heard of but never tried before. It was interesting to try it here. I also came back for Banh Canh anh Bun Bo Hue. There was a bit too much MSG in their broth which makes my tongue felt funny after eating there. Service: Very nice people! The workers act like they enjoy working with each other. They were also very helpful to help me pick out my dishes. They were genuinely interested in assisting me and helping me have a good experience dining there. Tip: - Cash only - Free delivery if the total is over 15 pounds read more

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I'm very fussy about food! I used to work in the kitchen of a Thai & Japanese restaurant so my tounge gets used to the tasty food ( I love Thai and Indian cuisine btw). As a Vietnamese I expect an original or even better taste about the Viet cuisine. I have tried so many Vietnamese restaurants across the Uk but surprisingly this is the one that I feel satisfied! Although my salad was a bit too strong of fish sauce read more

Sen Viet - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

Sen Viet opened a few months ago, in a nondescript area near Kings Cross Station. I stumbled upon it last night with my boyfriend, we'd wanted to go somewhere using the Tastecard but after seeing the menu here, and the 10% student discount, we decided to give it a try. The outside is misleadingly lackluster and the music is the typical mix of love songs and 90s chart hits. The staff are lovely, this is without a doubt the friendliest service I've ever had at a Vietnamese restaurant. We ordered crispy spring rolls to share, they came with lettuce for wrapping, some mint and an amazing nuoc cham dipping sauce. They were really, really, really good. The filling tasted of Vietnamese meatloaf and the wrapping was crispy and delicious. I ordered a large Pho with rare beef, and my boyfriend got a Bun Bo Hue (spicy noodle soup). When the noodle soups came I was a little confused by the fixings that came with them, the beansprouts had been replaced by strips of lettuce (!!?!!?), which I've never seen before, but there were two leaves of sawtooth coriander and some mint, chillies and a wedge of lemon. The pho was decent (but I suspect, full of MSG), and the beef could have been fresher. My boyfriends Bun Bo Hue was flavourful, and a very satisfactory meal. At the end of the meal we were given two complimentary slices of orange, and a tiny cup of delicious tea each, which was a lovely touch. With a Tiger beer, a Fanta, 2 noodle soups and a starter the bill came to £19 for both of us. I really hope Sen Viet keep it up, because I'll be back for the service (and the spring rolls) alone. read more

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I liked this place so much we went back a week later. This time ordered the set menu. Sharing platter to share (pictured) was excellent. Highlights included chargrilled prawns with sweet chili sauce, great summer rolls, the same excellent spring rolls as last time and shaking beef salad which was tender and flavourful. Mains of crispy chicken salad (see pic) and sizzling seafood were equally good with a side of pak choi and garlic. The service is excellent and prompt and the prices are very reasonable. My favourite Vietnamese in London. read more

Sen Viet - Starter sharing platter for 2. All deliciously good! - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

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Everything about Sen Viet screamed disaster, from the blurry, unappetising photos which comprised the menu (seemingly taken with a first generation mobile phone camera) to the incongruous waitstaff to the restaurant's location opposite the Travelodge and nearly next door to the Holiday Inn in the spirit lacking stretch of road between between King's Cross and Farringdon. But our options were limited given the time (past ten o'clock) so Sen Viet it was. "We can always get a kebab on the walk home," I said with forced cheer. Thankfully, that would not prove necessary. We ordered the ch giò, shaking beef and a small bowl of spicy pho. We were delighted when the ch giò arrived with enough lettuce to wrap every last piece (that never seems to be the case.) The tender and savoury shaking beef came atop a bright salad. We got a side of steamed rice with it, which I'd do again. The pho was less impressive but the previous two dishes were good enough to return for. If ever there was a case for not judging a book by its cover, Sen Viet is it. read more

Very tasty. Large menu. Super friendly service. Good vibe (sorry for the short review- I had written these notes the night I ate there but its been a bit) read more

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Thank you once again for providing me with a great restaurant recommendation. A large group of us dined here on Saturday night. Outside it was wet, cold and miserable but we soon forgot about that once we stepped through the front door. We were dressed in 1920s attire ready for the night that was to come later (see my next review) but were excited to see what Sen Viet had to fill our tummies. A word of warning... the menu is very confusing. I wish I could rework it for them. They have a lot of different dishes, but headings for 'Starters', 'Main Courses' etc. are nestled among the dishes in the same small print. Please do persevere though because there's plenty on offer and it isn't limited to the usual Pho and Bun you see elsewhere. They have excellent and enticing descriptions and occasional photos to help you choose. The only criticism for the restaurant was the service which was very slow. We kept making eye contact to have our order taken but eventually had to go to the front desk to ask. Food however was delivered promptly so perhaps I'm just too British and need to be more forward. My friends and I shared a portion of Spring Rolls and Summer Rolls between us just so we could get a taste. There were lots of good 'mmm' sounds as we dipped our Summer rolls into the sticky dipping sauce and I couldn't resist having a second portion of Summer Roll that my friend didn't fancy trying (more fool her). We also shared portions of steamed rice, pak choi and noodles with beansprouts between the group. For my main I ordered an intriguing dish called Campfire Steak. I never could have prepared myself for the spectacle that arrived before me. Check out the picture. They set fire to my plate! It looked awesome, but the flames did take a while to die down and I was a bit nervous picking my first few bites out of the bowl using chopsticks. The flavour was beautiful though so I'd highly recommend giving it a go. The meal cost about £18 each which included wine too. read more

Sen Viet - Campfire Steak has a ring of fire around the dish and was delicious - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

Great service, me and three friends ordered the pho. Came quickly and was fantastic. A hidden gem!

the food was quite good and fairly priced but service (circa 10pm) was quite curt - fair warning! I was absconded for looking at a painting!

Ooo oh so good. My good group of 4 walked in off the street and didn't have to wait at all on a Saturday night. Shrimp crackers to start. A large menu with pictures. Friendly staff. DELICIOUS FOOD. oh so good and they looked after my friends- one who wanted meat free options and another with a peanut allergy. And they brought us extra shrimp crackers! Definitely tasty, definitely worth the money. 7.30£ for a beef and veggie stirfry with vermicelli (I misspelt that) and 3£ for a Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk. read more

Sen Viet - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

The pho was a very light broth with slippery and thick noodles as opposed to the usual thin rice noodles I've had with pho. The campfire steak had a very nice texture and had a slightly spicy kick that was very pleasing. Plus the sizzling presentation was fun. The true star of the meal was the breaded prawn with the sweet and spicy jelly dip. Very delicious! Expensive, but beautifully clean, and crisp shrimp that taste great on their own but simply pop with the chili jelly. Fair warning: there are no caffeine-free teas here. (I know what you're thinking... Who doesn't want a direct line of caffeine?! I'm on what some would call a cleanse.) read more

I had the slow cooked pork and it was amazing. The portion looked small but it was actually a lot meat! The pork was so soft and amazing...! CASH ONLY read more

Sen Viet - Slow cooked pork with egg - Vietnamese Near Me - London, XGL

Terrible customer service. I came here with my group. We were late and accepted that we will eat fast for 30-45 minutes because of the rush hour. However, when we enjoy the meal, they kept asking if we finished every 15minutes. It ruined my meal and my group is really upset. The food is okay but their customer service is terrible. I Won't come back read more

Not the best Viet I've had, but their salads are quite good (so good that my aunt got an extra order to bring home). The pho was okay. I wasn't crazy about it. I will mention that the service is excellent. The servers are very sweet. My aunt is elderly and they thought she was adorable. They were extremely accommodating and talked to her in Vietnamese, walked her to the restroom, etc. Overall I had a very nice time and if I'm in town again, I will definitely return! read more

We went for lunch and had our Vietnamese cravings well satiated. We had two types of summer rolls -- fresh prawn and bbq prawn. Both were absolutely delicious, with the latter being new but excellent for me. Beef pho was also very good. Our Vietnamese drip coffee was also great, but be warned that the drip does take a while. Service was friendly and prompt. A neighbourhood kind of place, but their reservation system was very efficient and professional too. Ambience is very cozy and casual. Not a very fancy place, but perfectly authentic and local. read more

My friends and I were nearing the end of our Euro backpacking trip and was craving for some Asian food after all of the Danish/ British food we've been eating. We all ordered PHO, and it was sweeter than it normally is back home in LA. Just as delicious since it was raining in London. I recommend anyone who's a bit homesick for Asian food to check this restaurant out. Staff are very friendly and accommodating. ENJOY! read more

To be honest, I have no idea how we ended up here, apart form the fact that we found it was nearby, and we found it on Yelp. A cosmopolitan bunch of peeps from work meant we were already going for something exotic, and that usually meant Asian food. Yay for being Asian! Jokes aside, I think we all had a bit of a challenging time deciding what to eat, and it wasn't because everything looked so good... I think the fuzzy pictures of foreign cuisine makes people a little apprehensive. And we haven't talked about the descriptions... wha...? Anyhow, by divine providence, we settled on ordering different dishes to share, including some inspired tofu rice rolls (with peanut sauce - yum!), and mixed platters that featured sweet potato fries, battered calamari, and a mega-spicy cucumber salad that surprised everyone! Throw in some oyster sauce-d beef in a claypot served on a plate LIT ON FIRE?! Yes, you're having the dinner you'll remember for a while yet. To top it all off, when you see the bill, everyone walks out with full bellies, and big smiles on their faces. read more

Our first night's dinner was at Sen Viet. Our flat was in the King's Cross area, so we used our Yelp app to find nearby restaurants and found Sen Viet. The food was delicious! We ordered #37b Water Spinach with garlic, and it was delicious! We also had #31c Spicy Noodle Beef Soup and #35d Chargroiled Pork, which came with rice a salad. The food was delicious and the service excellent. Dinner for 3 people was £21.40 read more

After a long, fun day at Yelp's playground take-over, we ended up here for dinner. No wait for a group of four on a Saturday night? Sold! We got prawn crackers to start with, everyone quickly found something on the (slightly too extensive) menu and waited to order. And waited to order. Aaaaaand waited to order. We had to get the attention of staff before we could order, but apart from this little snag, service was great! Food arrived fast and was very good. They were able to accommodate food sensitivities and allergies as well. We had a very enjoyable evening here. read more

(Please excuse the informal language) Visiting from america, spent half my time here looking for a decent viet resturant. After a long and fruitless search i found this place. I got the vegetarian spicy soup. The tofu was firm and delicious with a slight buttery taste. Not that tasteless sponge cake bullshit they give you everywhere else. Noodles were made on site so you didnt have to suffer theough that nasty plastic taste you get from low end places. The broth was the highlight. Full of flavor, and spice, not to salty. a really nice balance of flavors. The veggies were unusual not what im used too, but not bad. Crisp and fresh. The service was friendly and helped when ever needed. Did see a lot of asain (all staff amd cooks as well) people eating there so thats a good sign too. Very authentic and reasonably priced. I will definitely go again if i have the chance! read more

L-O-V-E this place. You know a restaurant deserves 5 stars when you eat there on a Friday evening, and plan on eating there again the very next day! Came here as a party of 4 at around 9pm without a reservation, and was seated right away even though they were quite full. If you are craving authentic Vietnamese food in Central London, this is the place for you. Very reasonable prices, and you can bring your own bottle of wine - note that they charge a pound and a half per person when you bring your own bottle, but this is only a one time charge as we brought two bottles of wine. After reading several reviews, I had the expectation that this place would be a hole-in-the-wall that serves amazing food. I was pleasantly surprised, as the restaurant is pretty large. There is a front dining room and rear dining room, and the decor is a no-frills but pleasantly decorated oriental style. The buzz in the dining room from the content patrons, and the delicious savory smell of char-grilled chicken and pork, seafood, fish sauce, sweet chili sauce, bone broth and mint is enough to draw any Asian food lover in. The dinner menu is a bit overwhelming as there are several pages, so if you aren't familiar with Vietnamese food you should read several Yelp reviews and make note of any favorites. I would recommend dining family style (sharing), so everyone can enjoy more than just one main each. The fresh prawn summer rolls and deep fried pork/prawn spring rolls are excellent. If sharing, note that each order of rolls is divided into 4 pieces. The seafood pancake entree, and fried squid are also noteworthy. I will definitely be a regular here. read more

Menu is quite extensive and food is made in the northern Vietnamese tradition. Service was speedy when we went for dinner despite a busy dining room. A solid option for Vietnamese grub in this neighborhood! read more

I really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere was lovely. Little space but long as others don't mind you sitting so close. The staff were really friendly and the waiter helped me pick my dish as I've never had Pho before. I tried the summer roles without mint. I had the seafood Pho was so filling, spicy just amazing. read more

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One of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants. It's in a great location in my opinion and is big enough to accommodate large parties. The staff works quickly and will serve you quickly, which is great if you're in a rush. The food also comes out quickly. There are a lot of tables in the dining room so we didn't need to wait. I haven't gotten a chance to try a lot of dishes, just the pho's and spring rolls (I'm a creature of habit) but will definitely be back to try them with friends. read more

I was craving vietnamese food in London so chased down this location & wasn't disappointed. Service was great & the squid salad was good.

With my high standards for Vietnamese food, I came to Sen Viet while in London on business. It pleasantly surprised me! The menu is more elaborate than the typical pho place, but the food is actually good. The setting is also fancier than a typical Chinatown joint, so reserving is recommended as evenings do get busy. My partner and I got the BBQ pork fresh rolls to start £5.50, then spicy soup with seafood and it was good (£10.90). We also had the classic rare beef soup - also good (£9.90). We were very satisfied for a total of £26.00. Sen Viet accepts cash and cards, they have some typical beverages, desserts, and friendly staff. The restaurant can be suitable for couples and groups, it be aware that like in other Asian places, you can be seated with other people of the place is packed. Enjoy! read more

Mmmm, Sen Viet doesn't look like much but it's home to some really reasonably-priced, tasty food. The staff are super friendly without being overbearing. Add Vietnamese coffee and a student discount to that, and you've yourself got a 5-star rating. read more

Visited last night for the first time and all 3 of us were impressed with all of the selection of old favourites and more unusual dishes we ordered. I was particularly impressed with the balance of spicy chilli and refreshing mint/herbs (to my palette at least!). The service was very friendly (if not immensely efficient) and the bill came to £15 a head (with service) for enough tasty food to feel slightly uncomfortable on leaving, and a beer each. Bargain! I'd definitely recommend this place if you are in the area. read more