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5 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Singapore (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Thorne Savarin
By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Pho, banh mi, and bun cha are everywhere now, but not every one of the Vietnamese restaurants in Singapore actually gets the broth right. Between them, the restaurants below have logged just over 10,000 Google reviews, and the tightest cluster sits within two tenths of a star of each other, so the real differences are about neighborhood, menu style, and price, not quality.

Short answer: Làng Nướng 1980's tops the list at 4.9 stars across 2,773 reviews, known for its street-BBQ style menu and extensive dish list near Jalan Besar. VietSmith carries the most reviews of any name here, nearly 3,816, across multiple Singapore outlets, while Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe is the pick for a fast, affordable banh mi and egg coffee, usually under $20 a head. Expect to spend roughly $10 to $40 per person depending on where you go.
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Singapore's Vietnamese Restaurants, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Làng Nướng 1980's - Homey Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine 4.9 2,773 Street-style Vietnamese BBQ, big groups View ›
2 VietSmith - One Holland Village 4.7 3,816 Contemporary Vietnamese, Holland Village View ›
3 Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe 4.7 1,202 Fast banh mi and Vietnamese coffee View ›
4 VietSpice - Circular Rd 4.7 1,140 Date night, Boat Quay area View ›
5 Banh Mi Saigon 4.6 1,245 Ang Mo Kio, generous portions View ›
5 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Singapore (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Làng Nướng 1980's - Homey Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Làng Nướng 1980's - Homey Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

4.92,773 Google reviews

Làng Nướng 1980's is a Vietnamese BBQ restaurant on Hamilton Road, part of the Lang Nuong Vietnam group, which describes itself as the first traditional Vietnamese charcoal-grill restaurant in Singapore, built to recreate the busy street-food feel of Vietnam. The menu is unusually large, and reviewers consistently call out the sheer range of dishes on offer beyond the usual pho-and-banh-mi lineup, including grilled snails and less common street-food items.

What people praise

  • Reviewers repeatedly praise the size and variety of the menu
  • Sweet snails and BBQ meats singled out as standout dishes
  • Reservations recommended and generally honored promptly
  • Open until 11pm every night, useful for later dinners

Worth knowing

  • Cards aren't accepted, PayNow only, so bring your phone or plan ahead
Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume2,773 · 92nd
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest-rated name here and the most distinctly Vietnamese in concept, built around BBQ and street food rather than a Westernized fusion menu.

19 Hamilton Rd, Singapore 209189

VietSmith - One Holland Village logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

VietSmith - One Holland Village

4.73,816 Google reviews

VietSmith is a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant with multiple Singapore locations, including this Holland Village outlet, describing itself on Instagram as offering a modern take on Vietnamese cuisine. It carries more Google reviews than any other name on this page and a broad menu spanning classic pho through to Wagyu beef versions and Vietnamese coffee.

What people praise

  • Reviewers highlight the food as flavourful, fresh, and well presented
  • Service described as attentive across multiple visits
  • Multiple Singapore outlets, useful if Holland Village isn't convenient
  • Wide menu covering both traditional and premium options

Worth knowing

  • Some reviewers found the Wagyu pho didn't justify its higher price versus the regular beef version
Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume3,816 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown79% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest review history on this page by a wide margin, though the rating sits a touch below Làng Nướng, in part because pricier premium dishes draw more mixed feedback than the everyday menu.

7 Holland Village Way, One, #03-24/25/26 Holland Village, 275748

Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe

4.71,202 Google reviews

Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe is a banh mi and Vietnamese coffee specialist on Joo Chiat Road, describing itself as blending authentic Vietnamese baguette sandwiches with local Singapore flavours, including an otah banh mi alongside the traditional versions. The restaurant is Muslim-friendly and uses halal-sourced ingredients, notable in a cuisine where that's not always guaranteed.

What people praise

  • Bread and filling ratio praised as generous and consistently well made
  • Egg coffee called out repeatedly as smooth and well balanced
  • Halal-sourced ingredients widen who can eat there
  • Fast turnaround, most reviewers report no or minimal wait

Worth knowing

  • A couple of reviewers found the flavor solid but unremarkable compared to more full-menu options
Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,202 · 81st
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown80% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The go-to if you want a quick, affordable Vietnamese bite rather than a sit-down meal, and the halal sourcing matters for a chunk of Singapore diners.

263 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427517

VietSpice - Circular Rd logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

VietSpice - Circular Rd

4.71,140 Google reviews

VietSpice on Circular Road is a Vietnamese restaurant and bar near Boat Quay, founded in 2021 by Helen Vy, who reviewers describe as personally present and highly engaged with guests. The space includes both a dining room and a bar area, and the menu spans lunch sets through to bun cha and grilled pork belly.

What people praise

  • Owner Helen personally thanked in a large share of reviews for her hospitality
  • Bun Cha and lunch set menu both praised as good value
  • Interior described as warm and well designed for a date or small group
  • Beer happy hour offer mentioned by regulars

Worth knowing

  • A couple of reviewers noted loud music bleeding in from a neighboring venue
Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume1,140 · 75th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown83% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick if atmosphere and personal service matter as much as the food, particularly for an evening out rather than a quick lunch.

14 Circular Rd, Singapore 049370

Banh Mi Saigon logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Banh Mi Saigon

4.61,245 Google reviews

Banh Mi Saigon is a Vietnamese sandwich and pho specialist in Ang Mo Kio, run from a void-deck shop with an authentically Vietnamese low-table setup. Reviewers describe the owner responding personally to feedback and sourcing ingredients fresh from wet markets daily, a detail the business repeats in its own review replies.

What people praise

  • Banh mi portions described as unusually large, often enough for two to share
  • Roast pork and beef pho both singled out as good value for the price
  • Owner responds personally and in detail to customer reviews
  • Wet tissues left on tables, a small touch several reviewers appreciated

Worth knowing

  • A few reviewers flagged pricing as slightly high for a void-deck shop, and one found the broth on the sweeter side
Reputation scorecardrank in Singapore
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume1,245 · 86th
Confidencevery high
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesshours
Rating breakdown72% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ranks fifth on review volume rather than quality, its 4.6 rating still reflects consistently positive feedback on portion size and freshness in a neighborhood with fewer Vietnamese options.

505 Ang Mo Kio Ave 8, #8, Singapore 560505

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How we score

Rating is the live Google average for each restaurant. Review volume measures how many diners have actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, so a high score built on thousands of reviews carries more weight than one built on a handful. Recency looks at how recently people are still reviewing, a sign the kitchen is still delivering consistently. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does Vietnamese food cost in Singapore? (2026)

Prices vary by dish and whether you’re grabbing a quick banh mi or sitting down for a full meal with drinks. Reviewer price-per-person data from Google gives a realistic range across the restaurants above.

JobTypical price
Banh mi and coffee, quick bite$1-$20 per person
Sit-down lunch or dinner$20-$40 per person
Premium dishes (Wagyu pho, larger groups)$40-$80 per person

Ranges compiled August 2026 from reviewer-reported price-per-person data on Google for the restaurants listed above.

Serving all of Singapore

These restaurants span Jalan Besar, Holland Village, Joo Chiat, Boat Quay, and Ang Mo Kio, so a Vietnamese restaurant near you is realistically a short ride away no matter which part of Singapore you’re in. Central options cluster around the Boat Quay and Holland Village areas, while the eastern and northern spots suit residents in Joo Chiat and Ang Mo Kio.

What to ask before you book a table

  • Does the restaurant take reservations, or is it walk-in only during peak hours?
  • Is the menu halal-certified or halal-sourced, if that matters for your group?
  • What payment methods are accepted, some smaller spots are PayNow or cash only?
  • Are there vegetarian-friendly Vietnamese options on the menu?
  • Does the restaurant offer set lunch menus for better value?
  • Is outdoor or patio seating available if you’d prefer it?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these Vietnamese restaurants?

We pulled every Vietnamese restaurant with a real Google presence in Singapore, then ranked by rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing. All of them here hold a 4.6 rating or higher.

Which of these is best for a quick lunch versus a proper dinner?

Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe and Banh Mi Saigon are built for fast, affordable meals. VietSpice and VietSmith suit a sit-down dinner, and Làng Nướng 1980’s works well for a group BBQ-style meal.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google ratings and review data verified in August 2026. We refresh listings periodically as new reviews come in.

The bottom line

Làng Nướng 1980’s is the safest default for its rating, menu range, and BBQ-style variety. If you just want a fast, well-made banh mi and coffee under $20, Joo Chiat Banh Mi Ca Phe is hard to beat, just bring cash or a payment app since not every spot on this list takes cards.

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