Reckless Noodle House is an excellent Vietnamese spot in the Central District.

Stateside is a classy Vietnamese fusion spot in Capitol Hill where you’ll feel like you’re on a mini-vacation.

Ba Bar in Central District is our favorite Vietnamese spot in town. Hit it late-night for best results.

Tamarind Tree serves excellent Vietnamese food in the International District, best enjoyed on the patio for a low-key lunch.

Pho Bac Sup Shop is a Vietnamese spot in the International District serving some seriously great pho and bar snacks.

Foreign National is a bar in Capitol Hill with great Asian fusion snacks.

Bastille is a French spot in Ballard that’s romantic enough for a date, but also works for a solo meal at the bar or group dinner.

Pho Bac is a great Vietnamese spot in South Lake Union that serves pho, banh mi, and noodle bowls.

Mala & Satay is a Vietnamese restaurant in South Lake Union that serves pho and the best banh mi in the neighborhood.

Pho Than Brothers is a reliable local Seattle chain serving casual Vietnamese noodle soup, and this one’s in Capitol Hill.

Lucky’s Pho is a bare-bones Fremont spot for pho, banh mi, and other Vietnamese classics (with the exception of the banh mi tacos).

Central Smoke is a spot in the Central District that serves Asian-inspired barbecue and great cocktails.

Hotel Albatross in Ballard is the ultimate birthday spot - the kind of place that serves drinks out of fruit. The Mexican-Asian fusion is good too.

Tan Dinh Deli is a Vietnamese spot that serves banh mi sandwiches and strong iced coffee.

Chu Minh Tofu And Vegetarian Deli is a vegan Vietnamese spot that serves great plant-based banh mi sandwiches.

Saigon Vietnam Deli is a Vietnamese banh mi shop in the International District. Get the roasted pork sandwich.