Hawker classics, restaurant hidden gems and café recommendations — all in one place.
Cuisine
Budget
Islandwide (malls)
Singapore's most accessible Vietnamese noodle chain — big bowls of pho, fresh banh mi and Vietnamese iced coffee across multiple mall outlets.
Must try
💡 Best for a quick weekday lunch. The bun bo hue is better than the basic pho.
Get DirectionsOne Raffles Place / CBD
Elevated Vietnamese dining in the CBD — beautiful pho, fragrant lemongrass dishes and Vietnamese craft cocktails.
Must try
💡 CBD lunch crowds from 12–1:30 pm. Go early or after 2 pm.
Get DirectionsIslandwide
Cheerful Vietnamese chain with full menu coverage from banh mi and pho to grilled meats and vermicelli salads.
Must try
💡 The egg coffee is a must-try Vietnamese specialty.
Get DirectionsKatong / East Coast
A neighbourhood Vietnamese bistro in Katong — relaxed, charming, and beloved by East-siders for consistently good authentic Vietnamese.
Must try
💡 Reserve on weekends. The banh xeo arrives fresh and crispy — eat immediately.
Get DirectionsFar East Square / Chinatown
A quick-service Vietnamese joint loved by CBD office workers — great pho, goi cuon and banh mi made fresh to order.
Must try
💡 Fresh spring rolls are made to order — slightly longer wait but worth it.
Get DirectionsTanjong Pagar / Islandwide
A consistent and popular Vietnamese restaurant serving generous pho, fresh rolls and classic Vietnamese rice dishes.
Must try
💡 The broken rice dishes are underrated — try the com tam with grilled pork chop.
Get DirectionsGeylang
One of the few authentic Vietnamese vegetarian restaurants in Singapore — popular with the local Vietnamese community.
Must try
💡 Very budget-friendly and authentic. A hidden gem for plant-based diners.
Get DirectionsOrchard / Dhoby Ghaut
An elegant Vietnamese café experience — beautifully presented dishes and excellent Vietnamese coffee served in a relaxed café setting.
Must try
💡 The egg coffee is their star item — rich, creamy and unique.
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