Top 10 Most Famous Vietnamese Restaurants in Japan

• Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 11:30-15:00 and 17:30-23:00
• Sunday from 11:30-14:00 and 17:30-23:00
• Closed on Mondays

• 4-13-9 Sasao Building 1F, Takadanobaba, Shinjuku, Tokyo
• Restaurant Locations: https://banhmixinchao.co.jp/cua-hang-bmxc_v2/

Phone: +813 6279 1588
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Opening Hours: 09:00 - 21:00

Lunch is served at Việt Nam Xưa from 11:00 to 15:00. The lunch sets include pho, spring rolls, Vietnamese fried rice, bánh mì, curry, and cơm tấm with pork and sauce. Drinks are included for an additional 200 yen. The dinner menu is equally diverse, with options ranging from nem, pho, bánh xèo, Vietnamese ham, meats, to fish dishes. You can also enjoy grilled eel, a specialty from Hanoi.

Ăn Đi is a Michelin-rated Vietnamese restaurant located in Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, since 2017. While many associate Vietnamese cuisine with street food, Andy's takes a different approach by offering a luxurious, modern Vietnamese dining experience. The restaurant features an elegant storefront and stylish wooden interiors, creating a relaxed ambiance for guests to enjoy their meals. It stands out as one of the rare high-end Vietnamese dining establishments in Japan.

Ăn Đi is only open for dinner on weekdays, with both lunch and dinner served on weekends. Lunch is priced at 7,800 yen, featuring seasonal ingredients in appetizers, fish, meat dishes, and pho. The dinner menu, priced at 8,800 yen, offers a different selection of dishes. Whether for lunch or dinner, the cozy atmosphere makes every meal enjoyable.

• Closed on Mondays
• Tuesday to Friday: 18:00 - 23:00
• Saturday: 12:00 - 13:30 and 18:00 - 23:00
• Sunday: 12:00 - 13:00 and 18:00 - 23:00

Vietnamese bánh mì sandwiches are becoming increasingly popular on the streets of Tokyo, but few can rival the offerings at Ebisu Bánh Mì Bakery. Located near the renowned Ebisu Yokocho alley and beside a modern hotel, this small but sturdy bakery crafts some of the best bánh mì sandwiches you’ll ever taste. Opening in August 2017, the bakery is committed to serving authentic bánh mì, using the knowledge and techniques the owners acquired in Vietnam.

The owners of Ebisu Bánh Mì Bakery spent two weeks in Northern Vietnam training at a famous, long-established bakery. Their baguette-style bread is freshly baked in-store every day. Their signature Saigon bánh mì comes with flavorful pâté, pickled vegetables, and spicy chili sauce. The recipes, including those for other menu items, were gifted to them by local Vietnamese chefs. In addition, the bakery offers a variety of Vietnamese desserts and beverages, making it the perfect place to fully immerse yourself in the delicious tastes of Vietnam.

The standout feature of Banh Xeo Saigon Yurakucho’s bánh xèo is the rice flour batter, which is mixed with water, turmeric powder, and either coconut milk or cream to create a thick golden crust. Common fillings include spring onions, bean sprouts, shrimp, and diced pork or beef, all sautéed before being poured into the pan. The pancake is cooked on low heat and gently folded in half to encase the fillings. Bánh xèo is enjoyed throughout Vietnam, with slight regional variations in ingredients.

Located in the heart of Tokyo’s Ginza district, Vietnam Alice Ginza offers a refined culinary experience focused on Vietnamese cuisine. Since opening at Printemps Ginza in July 1999, it has gained a loyal following for over two decades. As part of the Queen Alice restaurant chain, led by renowned TV chef Yutaka Ishinabe, this restaurant serves upscale dishes.

Vietnam Alice Ginza brings approachable Vietnamese flavors to a wider audience, with local tastes carefully curated by Japanese chefs. The affordable menu includes a variety of pho and fresh spring rolls. The “Alice Vietnam Dinner” is a highly recommended choice for those looking to try a range of different flavors. Recognized as one of the best Vietnamese restaurants in Tokyo, every dish, from salads to desserts, is exceptional. Be sure to try everything on the menu—you won’t be disappointed.

Alongside their standard menu, which includes the famous Vietnamese bánh mì, you can try other rare Vietnamese dishes in Japan, such as Vietnamese hot pot and southern-style bánh xèo. Nhà Việt Nam is perfect for lunch or dinner with friends and offers a diverse range of beverages. Many regulars recommend their pho, praised for its thick noodles, flavorful broth, and balanced seasoning, which captures the authentic taste of Vietnam and suits the Japanese palate.

Yoyonam Restaurant is a quiet eatery tucked away behind Yoyogi 5-chome, in an upscale residential area. Stepping inside Yoyonam, diners can easily forget they are in Japan, as they are immediately immersed in a distinctly Vietnamese atmosphere. The sound of the nearby Odakyu railway line only enhances the nostalgic Eastern ambiance. Yoyonam is loved by those with refined tastes, combining traditional Vietnamese cuisine with a touch of Japanese flavor, complemented by wine, and made primarily with vegetables to ensure a satisfying yet light meal.

At Yoyonam, the Vietnamese culinary style, with subtle French influences, has become a masterpiece in the heart of Tokyo. A signature dish at Yoyonam is bánh xèo, a traditional Vietnamese pancake filled with salted pork, shrimp, and seasonal vegetables. The restaurant also offers a variety of noodle dishes, featuring 14 different types, drizzled with a simple lemongrass and chili oil, using natural seasonings. In addition to bánh xèo, you’ll find more modern dishes like fried swordfish with seasonal vegetables and sweet vinegar, mushroom pho, stir-fried shrimp, minced chicken, and more.

Located in Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Tiem An Huong Viet is a cozy restaurant specializing in affordable, family-style Vietnamese dishes. When you're craving a hot bowl of pho that brings back memories of home-cooked meals, this Vietnamese spot is the place to go. Tiem An Huong Viet has even been featured in the Michelin Guide and awarded the Bib Gourmand distinction. You can enjoy a variety of special dishes, from classic fresh spring rolls to authentic regional flavors. The restaurant also offers the option to enjoy meals in the backyard of the Kyoto Music Expo.

The owner and head chef of the restaurant, a lover of Vietnamese food discovered during his travels across Vietnam, took a cooking course in Ho Chi Minh City to share these flavors with the people of Kyoto. In addition to the classic pho, dishes like green papaya salad and crispy soft-shell crab in rice flour batter provide unforgettable Vietnamese tastes. Enjoy these healthy, gluten-free meals with a beer or traditional shochu. The unique space of Tiem An Huong Viet is filled with a variety of Vietnamese-made items and furniture, perfect for various occasions.

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 18:00-23:00
• Saturday: 12:00-15:00 & 18:00-23:00
• Sunday: 12:00-15:00, 18:00-21:00
• Closed on Tuesday