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The Vietnamese Restaurant

194 Wickham St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

Recommended by 70 people

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194 Wickham St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

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+61 423 680 780
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 5:30 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 5:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Vietnamese Restaurant

Fortitude Valley regulars head here for four decades of steady family hustle and honest Vietnamese comfort. No gimmicks, just bowls of phở tái loaded with tender beef in spiced, clear broth that stays consistent year after year. Groups fill tables for banquets of salt and pepper prawns, steamed dim sims, and crispy duck under the hum of a classic quán ăn room. Bring your own wine bottle or order off the licensed list while platters of hot fried rice hit the table.

  • Four-Decade Legacy: Operating for over 40 years under the same family, maintaining faithful homestyle recipes and steady hospitality.
  • Signature Phở Tái: Generous bowls of rare beef pho built on deeply seasoned broth and fresh herbs at wallet-friendly prices.
  • BYO and Licensed Drinks: Bustling tables welcome customer BYO alongside a licensed drink list to match shared banquet plates.
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What's On at The Vietnamese Restaurant

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Dine at The Vietnamese Restaurant

Why diners return to this Fortitude Valley institution for comforting pho, banquet feasts, and dependable hospitality.

  • Generous, Freshly Prepared Vietnamese Classics

    Generous bowls of pho and hearty Vietnamese classics are delivered quickly with dependable quality and value.

    They use fresh ingredients and serve large meals. Everything I've had here is great but I love their rare beef pho most

    Todd Maich

  • Accessible Value with Substantial Servings

    Diners receive substantial portions across mains, noodle soups, and shared starters at remarkably accessible price points.

    The meals are always of a generous size and great value for money.

    Peter McKinnon

  • Flexible BYO and Licensed Drink Options

    Patrons enjoy flexible dining arrangements, choosing between personal bottle bring-your-own or selecting drinks from the house bar.

    And …BYO! Or licensed if you prefer.

    Laura Matter

  • Lively Group Dining and Banquet Feasts

    Group banquet arrangements and vibrant shared dining create a lively, accommodating setting for parties and gatherings.

    The banquet meals are always a fave with a group of people. The staff are friendly and the service is quick.

    Jenn CruznWant

  • Multi-Decade Recipe Consistency

    A multi-decade family legacy delivers unbroken recipe consistency and nostalgic reassurance that spans generations of diners.

    Consistency is key, and this place nails it every time.

    Working iT

  • Old-School Charm and Comforting Hospitality

    An unpretentious Fortitude Valley icon offers a relaxed, comforting atmosphere where patrons unwind over familiar favorites.

    The Vietnamese is a never-changing culinary hug.

    Glen Warner

Time-honored classics and customer favorites from our multi-decade kitchen

  • Rare Beef Pho

    Everything I've had here is great but I love their rare beef pho most as it's my go to dish and theirs might be the best I've had and only 14 dollars!

    Todd Maich

  • Dim Sims

    We have just had the freshest and best dim sims I have ever eaten, had to wait about 20 minutes for them to be made but well worth the wait.

    Steve Ovenden

  • Chicken Curry Soup

    The chicken curry soup is also excellent, full of chicken breast and vegetables too, very hearty.

    Todd Maich

  • Crispy Chicken with Plum Sauce

    crispy chicken with plum sauce. The beef was flavourful but not spicy and the chicken was cooked to crispy perfection paired with the superb sauce.

    Daniel Tan

Beyond the menu

Attentive, personal gestures that make long-time guests and newcomers feel recognized

  • Remembered Dietary Requirements

    The owner takes care to communicate with diners about severe allergies and remembers previous dietary requirements upon return visits.

  • Table-Side Fish Deboning

    Whole fish dishes are freshly presented and skillfully deboned table-side right in front of diners.

  • Proactive Regular Recognition

    Staff develop close connections with regulars, greeting them warmly and proactively knowing their standing orders.

  • Culinary Insights From Staff

    The team readily takes time to chat with guests about dish preparations and traditional Vietnamese culinary techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, booking ahead is recommended, especially for groups and busy Friday and Saturday evenings after 7:00 PM when tables can fill quickly and lineups form.

Can you bring your own drinks (BYO)?

Yes. The restaurant welcomes BYO drinks and also provides on-premise licensed beverage service including beer and wine.

What are the standout dishes and portion sizes?

Popular customer favorites include rare beef pho, crispy skin chicken with plum sauce or rice, steamed dim sims, and banquet options for shared dining. Portions are generous and budget-friendly.

What are the parking and transit options?

Dedicated parking right at the restaurant is limited, though paid street parking is available in the surrounding area and Fortitude Valley bus transit stops close by.

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