Viet Cafe

Viet Cafe, Haymarket This is a hidden gem in the bustling capital. The amount of times I passed VietCafe saying I need to try it one day. Sure, it doesn’t look all that from the outside but the food is amazing. The staff were really friendly, getting us seated quickly when it was pouring outside. We visited Sunday 29th October. The food was amazing, we ordered a range from the menu including, spring rolls, beef pho, lemongrass chicken and other items. The price is reasonable, considering where the restaurant is located. If you are deciding to eat at VietCafe Haymarket I would say go for it!

After waiting for 20 minutes at another restaurant without even being acknowledged, we decided for a change of fare and went to VietCafe instead. What a great decision that was. The service was delightful, the food delicious, and the timing was quick (a definite plus when you have a show to go to). Definitely a great place to stop pre-theater.

Very efficient snd friendly Vietnamese. I emailed them early one morning to amend my reservation and had a friendly response within seconds. It’s steps from Piccadilly and theatre land and opens at 5 PM so it’s a great pre theatre choice, especially as the food comes out of the kitchen so quickly. Lots of vegetarian choices and healthy broth (pho) options. The green papaya salad is a standout—I had two! Very reasonably priced. Waitress was very careful checking with the kitchen after being advised of a shellfish allergy which we really appreciated. We’ll be back.

Beware a service fee of 12,5 pct is added to your bill, without any mention by staff or on the menu inside or outside whatsoever !!! But it stays a pleasant surprise to find an excellent lunch menu (starter, main + soft drink) for 17 GBP (+12,5 pct ....) in the heart of London. Good quality food and decent portions, plus gentle and quick service

I had the pho bo tai. It tasted authentic and was excellent value for London—£12.26 with a weekend service fee. If you're Australian like me, it has similar flavours to the pho you can get in Cabramatta. I would maybe tone down the MSG though (had to drink all the water after finishing the bowl)! Staff were kind and thoughtful.