So this place is called Viet Food but we should have heeded our instincts when we first walked in. It's Chinatown yet we couldn't spot one Asian person in the entire room. We ordered two items so can only speak to those two items. I ordered Pho Tai which is raw sliced beef. I tried really hard but couldn't spot a tinge of pink in the tiny slices of beef in my bowl. The broth was lackluster and needed fish sauce but no fish sauce was provided. Vietnamese pho is generally served with a generous portion of bean sprouts and Thai basil. They offered a sprig of basil and mint with broken remnants of bean sprouts in a teeny square container. My daughter ordered the Banh Xeo but when the waiter corrected her and said "pancake" we really should have sprinted out the door. This item was listed as a meal but was the size of an appetizer, 6 inches in diameter. It was essentially fried vegetables with a hand-sized fried rice cake thrown on top. This place really does an injustice to Vietnamese food. We overheard two staff talking in Chinese who were most likely the owners. Explains how Vietnamese food could have been done so badly. If you want authentic Vietnamese please look elsewhere. read more

A trip to Chinatown is on the itinerary for many people, and it's a must for us because my parents eventually grow tired of chips, toasties, and baked beans. I personally am skeptical of a lot of Chinese places since they either are too Westernized, or cater to tourists, plus we only want a quick lunch and we are pretty small eaters. Pho is always a good bet in these situations. We waited until the place opened (creating an illusion that this place is popular! Many people popped in to look at the restaurant menu while we waited, mostly because my parents are tired), got promptly seated when the restaurant opened. We ordered 2 phos and some kangkong (morning glory) belachan. The phos are decent -- nice rice noodles that aren't sticking together, decent broth, a bit lacking in meat quantity. Overall a pretty pricey bowl because it's on the small side. The kangkong belachan is where it's at!! Steamy, spicy, and full of wok-hei, it's stir-fried to perfection. This makes me think their other wok dishes must be good! Overall a decent stop in Chinatown if you are craving some asian dishes. read more

Viet Food - Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

Pretty good Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown. I ordered the Bun Thit Bo Buong, which was vermicelli noodles with beef. It was good but very standard in terms of ingredients and quality. I will say that the beef was more tender than usual though which I liked. The portion size was decent and the price of 14.50 GBP was reasonable. The staff are average friendliness and the interior has a casual vibe with typical Vietnamese restaurant decor. It can get busy during peak hours and we had to wait about 15-20 min for a table. Overall, it seems like this place is very popular with many good reviews, and while I can confirm it is indeed good, I don't think there's all that much that really elevates it beyond the level of many other Vietnamese restaurants. Still a solid 4 star place though. read more

Viet Food - Bun Thit Bo Nuong (bottom), Morning Glory (top left), Bun Bo Xa (top right) - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

We loved this place so much, we visited twice. The space looks small when you walk in, but they have more seating upstairs. And they have a clean and very stylish bathroom! The first visit we got the lemon grass chicken, the sea bass, and the soft shell crab. All were 10 out of 10. Soft shell crab is one of my favorite foods, and this is one of the best I've had. Second visit we got the crab again, and then tried the scallops and the duck. Both delicious as well, but I'm still dreaming about that sea bass! The staff is very friendly and service is efficient, they don't have you waiting around for your food very long. Highly recommend, this was our favorite meal in London! read more

Viet Food - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

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A two-story restaurant lending itself to greater capacity than most of the other restaurants in the same district. Very tasty light portions of Vietnamese food. Served in a quaint and cozy island themed environment. Service is quick and efficient. Convenient access to all the local theaters in the West End. read more

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I always try to check out places that sell pho while in Europe and this place did not disappoint. We tried the chicken pho and the beef fried rice and also the lemongrass chicken wings. Everything was great and the service was really quick I might come back here twice just for that. Ambiance is lovey and there is always a line to sit down. read more

This Pho was a 5, my sidekick said. She doesn't really know if it's authentic or not. However, she know good when she taste it and that's what matters. I had the Bun Thit Bo Nuong which wasn't what I expected but it was VG also. We were staying at a nearby hotel and the major reason for stopping here was it's location and fellow YELP reviews. Thanks Yelpers. We ate in our hotel room. The to-go order was nicely boxed with eating utensils. The broth for the Pho was packed separate from the base and was piping hot when opened. No complaints. read more

Viet Food - Pho+ to-go. Good-N-Fast food. - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

I'm all about supporting the diaspora but you won't find authentic Vietnamese pho here. After days of eating British food, I was craving something familiar. The place is nicely decorated. It can be a bit cramped but it's London after all. The service was subpar but I was not expecting much. I ordered a Pho Dac Biet. Once they gave me a little teapot thing and told me this was the fish sauce for the pho, I knew it would go downhill from there. I can say I ate a soup with a meat broth and rice noodles, but it was not pho. The spices that make the dish what it is with simply not there. Cinnamon, star anise, fennel, and other components of a generally recognizable broth were not there. Perhaps they fare better with less complex foods like vermicelli with eggrolls or grilled meat. This is the last time that I'm listening to Google Reviews that say this is authentic Viet food from a non-Viet person. I would just stick to eating the Chinese food in the area. read more

Viet Food - pho dac biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

A modern-ish restaurant in Chinatown - mostly wood decor. It has lots of seating so even if there's a line-up, it'll move fast. Service is fast and staff work very efficiently. I would say high seating turnover too. We just came for simple dinner tonight and ordered the basics - a bowl of their 150 Pho Tai and a plate of Bún thit nurö'ng. The 150 series is supposed to be "original taste with no MSG". After having pho everywhere, this may taste bland to most. It tasted like regular beef soup that's healthier without the loads of MSG. I left the resto not thirsty. The plate of Bun thit nong was good, loved the shiso leaf that made it so refreshing. Menu is interesting with lots of small plates but it'll be for next trip! read more

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10/10 so delicious and try it with the vinegar and green sauce! Small, quant reprieve from the busy streets around. read more

Viet Food - Crispy egg rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

We were in the China Town area on Saturday. The Pho noodle stand caught my eye when I walked by the restaurant. I could see the chef making Pho. It reminded me of the pho stands in Vietnam. I was tempted to dine in but there was a long queue outside of the restaurant. So it was a hard pass. Yesterday we were in the area again. My son wanted Pho. We decided to stop by to see if we could order take out. When we got there, a party of 4 was ahead of us. The lady working there told everyone to stay outside to wait. I told her we just wanted order take out so she let us in right away. We placed an order and stood at the corner since there was no waiting area. Luckily, the food came out pretty quickly (maybe 5-10 minutes). It took us about 20 minutes to get back to our place but the broth was still smoking hot. The broth was pretty tasty. I liked the Pho noodle texture a lot. It's similar to the noodles I grew up eating in Vietnam. Today, it was raining cats and dogs in London. We didn't feel like going out to eat. I thought of the steaming bowl of Pho noodles at Viet Food so we ordered through UberEat. I got Spicy Pho Chin Hue, Pho Chin and Pho Ga. I was little bit disappointed that they used the same Pho broth for all the Pho choices. Spicy Pho Chin Hue is basically Pho Chin with sautéed chili oil - it's definitely not Bun Bo Hue. I kinda knew from the description on the menu, but still hoped that it's not Pho broth lol. Overall, I would say it's very close to the authentic flavor I used to eat when I was little. I like Viet food more than any Pho places I had been to so far in some European countries. read more

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If you're looking for Vietnamese food it does the job but it's definitely not authentic(btw i'm viet). We had the slow cooked beef pho, the chicken tapa, and fried rice. The beef pho tasted fine, but there was none of the usual Vietnamese sauces or anything to put in it. The chicken tasted fine but nothing really special. The fried rice tasted fine. It seemed kind of dirty and not that clean of an establishment. I tried speaking in Vietnamese to the staff, but there didn't seem to be any Vietnamese staff so that was awkward...Anyway, I wouldn't come back. It was just okay. read more

What an awesome Vietnamese restaurant in London Chinatown! Definitely recommended if you like SE Asian food. Can't go wrong if you're looking for flavorful food while in this town. Very reasonable. Will be back to explore more options at this place. Two thumbs up! read more

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Not bad! I got the bun thit nuong (my safe dish) and it was alright! I ordered to go and realized too late that I needed more fish sauce. Dish wasn't mind blowing or inventive. Protein was ok, I always want more but given its location and appearance, they charge a bit more for the aesthetic. Also no chopsticks were given to me which was interesting. They took extra care to tape the lid shut and double bag my dish. I wasn't able to enjoy the ambiance of the restaurant but my little glimpses of what I saw looked like a great place to chill after a long day. Pretty interior. read more

VietFood exceeded all expectations - the food was absolutely excellent, the service was warm and attentive, and the drinks and atmosphere added to a truly enjoyable dining experience. Highly recommend! read more

Delicious Vietnamese food with an expansive selection in a rustic southeastern Asian setting. Fast and friendly service. Highly recommended if you're visiting Chinatown. read more

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The service was very good, food - mediocre. The fresh rolls sauce was very sweet (essentially just Hoisin sauce with a touch of crushed peanuts and a housemade hot sauce). The PhoTai had a good amount of flavor but again a little on the sweet side without much to add sour and salty. Even the fish sauce tasted like there was sugar added to it. read more

Viet Food - Pho Tai and Fresh Rolls (prawn) - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

Stopped by this place after watching Moulin Rouge. The set up is nice. The servers were attentive. No complaints on the food. The folks across from us pretty much inhaled their bowls. I would try this place again but earlier in the day. We snuck in just before closing time. read more

Viet Food - Partial drink menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

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Staff was so attentive, plenty of seating! Decent prices. Honestly this is the worst pho we ever ate, it's so not authentic, it was a huge disappointment. The meat is tough and has a funky flavor, and the noodles had not been rinsed so you can taste the afterwash of it in your broth. The broth itself, I can't even explain; almost like a ringed out towel or ramen noodle packet broth. I'm Vietnamese, it's not hard to make a good bowl of pho. But I would definitely try to come back and maybe eat something else? Just don't get the pho in my opinion--the only good thing I can say about the pho is the temperature was piping hot, flavor was lacking. I should have known better to not go get viet food in a chinatown. The Bo la lot was different it had a sour taste not s beefy taste 2/5 Pho 1/5 read more

(This place isn't authentic Vietnamese food.) Coming in to the only Vietnamese restaurant I saw in the Chinatown area of London, I went inside and got sat next to another person at close proximity. I felt like I was practically dining with their group since the table was so close. I was sat next to the window and tucked in the corner which made me feel claustrophobic. Server was ok but got really funny when I asked him which pho was good. Felt like he didn't have the patience with telling me anything and wanted me to order quickly. Anyhoo, the pho was good. Pho tai was what I ordered and it was a decent portion. The vegetables that come with the pho was small. The price was great considering I came from California and it's expensive in the United States due to inflation but in the UK the price point was good! read more

This is the spicy pho with the chicken. It all started by slight curiosity me and my group have never had pho before so we walked in. Trying to gauge the menu and the environment we were asked the count of our group. I didn't put much thought but I answered, "Five", I said.Walking up the stairs I instinctively knew this place was gonna be the best meal of my London experience. Once I got my pho I started tearing up after the first slurp. Slightly because of the spice but mainly because I've never had anything so savory and so enjoyable that I enjoyed everything. Not only did this bowl of spicy pho make my day, it also activated my third eye. I've never been so aware of the details of such a dish where I was able to understand what I was eating. If there was truly is such a thing as Nirvana I believe I was the closest there.I've reached a peak that I fear I'll never return to. Thank you Viet Food and thank you for having a great waitress/hostess. read more

A rustic hidden gem awaits you inside this restaurant in Chinatown. You would not expect how large the restaurant is from the street. They have ample seating in 3 seatings areas on two stories. The service was just right for the restaurant and the staff was super friendly. We shred 3 dishes and everything was fresh tasting and flavorful. Loved the fruit juices they make as well. The lemongrass chicken is a must try. The restaurant was super busy the entire time we were there. Will try them when back in London again. read more

This restaurant does NOT serve Vietnamese food. I walked in expecting to have Vietnamese food as the name of the restaurant is given. We were greeted by an Asian lady who I could tell was not Vietnamese. I immediately asked if this is a Vietnamese restaurant and was told yes. The menu that was given to us was definitely Google translated to Vietnamese. We were served with Asian food of taste but far from being cooked by a Vietnamese individual. I gave this restaurant a 2 instead of a 1 for the fact that the food is not "bad". However, management should reconsider renaming the restaurant to not reference "Viet" if you do not serve Vietnamese food. If you are looking for Vietnamese food, this is not a place to go to. read more

Walked by this restaurant looking for dinner and thought it sounded good. Got the green beans, spring rolls, shrimp w/ vermicelli in sauce, and the pork spare ribs and a cocktail. All were amazing! Don't let the small seating area fool you, they have a larger upstairs dining area too. read more

Viet Food - Sexy Viet Cocktail - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

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I came to this restaurant because it was cold out, and wanted some pho. There was a wait but it wasn't too bad. We had shrimp rolls and pho. The food came out pretty fast. The staff made sure we had everything we needed. This restaurant was good and had fast service. read more

Viet Food - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

The people were amazing and friendly and the service was good, but the food - oh my. This was the best Pho we ever had - mine was very spicy and my wife's was very mild, but both were amazing. The salad too - and reasonably priced. If you are hungry for amazing food, go here. read more

Great Vietnamese food with friendly efficient staff. The menu was designed by Michelin-starred chef, Jeff Tan, and had a well-balanced variety of local and fusion dishes. We got Chả nem Việt Nam, Bún Thịt Nướng, and Pho Tai. All were delicious! Great spot to satisfy Vietnamese cravings. read more

Viet Food - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

I came here recommended by a friend and was highly disappointed. The portion of their noodle soup is so small, it's not even half of what other phos normally serve. You get about 1/3 portion of a regular size pho. The soup broth did not have any authentic pho ingredients taste to it. It tasted like plain beef stock from the grocery. Avoid this place, there are better asian foods in London than this place. 2 stars for a clean washroom, nice seating area and okay staff. read more

Viet Food - Barely any noodles in this pho. Soup was also bland. - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

We had a wonderful meal here at Viet Food, while visiting London from America. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was excellent, we loved every dish that came our way. Highly recommend this place! read more

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Decent pho. I ordered take away and the food was still hot so that was good. The display of the bowl had a great presentation. Overall, I thought the food was just ok. I ordered the chicken pho. I've had really amazing pho in California so it's hard to beat. I did like how the noodles tasted fresh and I liked how they were a bit thicker vs very thin noodles. read more

Located in Chinatown, this restaurant doesn't look like much from the outside but don't let it fool you. There's a total of three levels, the top level is a bar where most people waited until a table became available. It's where I watched a skilled bartender mix up some very beautiful and tasty cocktails. Decor is funky, a touch of street Vietnamese with a fresh twist. There were lots of attentive staff running it like a well oiled machine. As we were on a time crunch for a musical, they got us in an out within an hour. My Ho Chi Minh cocktail was delicious and refreshing. Food was good as well. Betel wrapped meatballs as the starter packed plenty of flavour. The beef sirloin salad with rice noodles was a big portion for one or good to share. My companion got the same salad but with three kinds of pork. The salad was very light and lacked much punch so you need to spice it up yourself. They bring fish sauce and there are two kinds of chili salsa on the table. Overall it was a great meal in a fun atmosphere. I'll definitely return to sample from their tapas menu. read more

Viet Food - Beef noodle salad - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

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While in London, we wandered around Leicester Square and decided to stay in the area for dinner. To our surprise, we came across a Vietnamese restaurant right in the heart of China town. The outside appearance of Viet food seemed very welcoming and upon entering, we were lead to the mezzanine which is really cozy, especially on a date night. We started of with shrimp crackers, Vietnamese spring rolls with pork and shrimps and a salad as shared appetizers; both dishes were delicious and perfect with a bottle of local beer. For our main, we ordered spicy pork belly, garlic fried rice and chicken Pho to share and the portion size was good for two people. They were delicious and freshly made. The customer service is wonderful and we did not wait that long to be seated. Our food arrived on timely fashion and the staff were genuinely nice and helpful. Probably not the best Vietnamese restaurant in London, but there isn't really anything to hate about it. I will definitely come back! read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by the vegetarian/vegan bun. It was quite large and extremely visual pleasing. It also tasted super fresh and fantastic. They have a ton of seating with multiple floors and everything was really fast. I'd be very happy to come back and try other veggie options. My one point of feedback is the use of disposable chopsticks. Would be great if they used a more sustainable option. read more

Viet Food - Veggie bun - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

So glad we randomly decided to eat here. Surprised that this place doesn't have higher ratings! The food was fresh and flavorful. Vegetarians have more than enough options here. I recommend the vermicelli noodle dish with mixed veggies, the okra, and the veggie curry. The place gets packed, so expect a wait. The ambience is cozy, zen, rustic, and trendy all at the same time. It's an intimate 2 story venue with wooden accents and a charming upstairs patio seating area. Definitely recommend! read more

Viet Food - Amazing okra dish - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

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Consider a visit to this restaurant if you are in the Chinatown area. We enjoyed our family evening meal. 1. We tried a noodle dishes and Pho. Each dish was a reasonable portion and good quality. 2. Service was prompt, friendly and professional 3. I liked the interior decor and atmosphere, it represents a modern Asian vibe. read more

Viet Food - Drink menu ! - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

Yum yummy Pho! The staff and deco are super nice and the food was tasty and fresh Good prices for the area tho, I was looking for a good tasty clean food and this place definitely offers that, very happy I came here really good food! read more

Viet Food - Pho Ga ... Very tasty! - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

**NOT AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE** I'm giving this place three stars because the service was good. I live in NYC and we have amazing Vietnamese there. Better yet, California has amazing Vietnamese. I feel rather spoiled for having been able to try pho in both places. This place uses thicker noodles than usual and the broth is heavily seasoned with cloves (???). It's really hard to taste anything else but cloves. They kind of skimp on beef as well. For a mediocre glass of wine and a bowl of beef pho, £18 was a little steep. You're in London where there is much better dining options. Go someplace else. read more

Viet Food - Beef Pho. Not authentic. - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

Food was decent. Not that authentic. Flavor of the pho broth was bland. Vietnamese ice coffee tasted like it was water down. Cute restaurant in Chinatown. You can sit in front of the window and people watch while eating. read more

Viet Food - Vietnamese Near Me - Soho, XGL

This was my second visit and I feel guilty for betraying the more traditional restaurants in China Town. But the benus and pohs at Viet Food are just so much more appealing than the MSG-sodden eat-all-you-like buffets and better value than the a la carte outlets. This end of Wardour Street seems to attract a fair number of new Asian restaurants and Viet Food seems by far the best, hence the return visit. I think I even ordered the same as the chicken curry just looks far too tempting on the picture card to resist. Based on the food alone I would give a four if not five star rating. Unfortunately, this was let down by the service. I asked for tap water with my meal (this really shouldn't be an issue in London anymore) and was reminded that minimum credit cards payments are £10. I confirmed that I would be paying cash but had to remind the waiter a couple of times before my water arrived. I understand that places like this survive on fast turnovers and that freebies are not a priority, but still ... read more

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Found this place after a walk through Piccadilly Circus and then Chinatown. We got there a little after 5pm and there was already a little bit of a wait. We waited for perhaps 10-15 minutes, and not before being asked to limit our stay to 75 minutes, which was fine. Hubs and I shared a crispy spring roll appetizer and them both had the Pho Tai (rare beef). The spring rolls were battered in a batter I'm not sure I've ever had before, and it was really, really tasty. The pho was good too, perhaps a bit on the small side for my American eyes. I just had to add a little bit of fish sauce and I was all set. If we're in the neighborhood again, I'd definitely want to come back here. They did a really nice job. read more

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