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  • Top categories (Stir-Fried Dishes / Lunch Mains / Salads / Noodle Soups / Cold Drinks)
  • Most orders: $20–30
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Overview & Highlights

If you find yourself wandering through Whanganui, the inviting aroma of authentic Vietnamese cuisine will surely draw you into Vietnam Kitchen, nestled at 87 Victoria Avenue. This delightful eatery is more than just a restaurant; it's a culinary journey that transports you straight to Vietnam with every dish. With a friendly atmosphere and charming decor adorned with colorful lanterns, Vietnam Kitchen creates a unique dining experience that encourages lingering over your meal.

One of the standout features of Vietnam Kitchen is the extensive menu that caters to all ages, including a delightful Kids Menu that makes dining out a breeze for the entire family. Little ones can enjoy dishes like Kids Chicken Tenders & Chips or Kids Mini Hot Dogs & Chips, all priced reasonably around NZ$13.75. This thoughtful inclusion ensures that even the young ones can partake in the rich flavors of Vietnamese cuisine.

For the adults, the Noodle Salads provide a fresh and flavorful option. The BBQ Meatballs & Spring Rolls Noodle Salad (NZ$27.50) is a feast for both the eyes and palate, generously layered with herbs and topped with crunchy peanuts and fried shallots. The combination of textures and flavors promised here is sure to leave you enchanted. If you've never tried Vietnamese spring rolls, the Vietnamese Spring Roll Noodle Salad is a must-try, offering a perfect balance of crunch and freshness.

Many patrons rave about the Special Beef Pho, hailed for its rich broth and tender beef, perfectly complemented by garlic and chili. This dish, alongside their Pork Belly Banh Mi, showcases the vibrant authenticity that defines Vietnam Kitchen. According to customer reviews, the portions are generous, making it great value for your money.

Another highlight is their array of Milkshakes, each priced at a delightful NZ$7.50, which adds a fun twist to your dining experience. And as seen in the reviews, the charm of the place is complemented by efficient service and a warm staff, ensuring that each visit feels like a welcome retreat.

With features like an enclosed parking area and the ability to enjoy a leisurely meal at any time of the day, Vietnam Kitchen truly shines. Whether you're there for a quick lunch or to indulge in a sumptuous dinner, the flavors and spirit of Vietnamese food are undeniably present. If you’re visiting Whanganui, don’t miss out on this culinary gem that promises to deliver a delightful feast that you’ll want to savor again and again.

Comforts & Conveniences

Accessibility
  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
Popular for
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
Payments
  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

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Visitor Testimonials (324)

We visited for the lunchtime buffet deal which was great value. The offerings are pretty limited but generally good. Things had obviously been sitting out for a while, so the noodles and some other foods were dry. A drink was included for us. The desserts were pretty basic - mainly milk/jelly based puddings.

What a fantastic place to dine or just snack. A great variety of yummy foods and beverages. I always mean to take a photo of the dishes I order but the aroma and visual delight always got the better of me and I'd just tuck in. To round off a leisurely dining experience you can enter your car rego on the tablet and get an extra 4 hours parking in the enclosed parking area outside. Oh, btw my faves are their hot chocolate, Sundaes, Prawns, or Poached eggs on freshly baked bread with a yummy sauce. Their service is charming, efficient, and quick, and the dining ambience is delightful, surrounded by colourful lanterns and golden ornaments that truly invites one to linger and maybe order more, like a desert or even another hot chocolate

We dine-in at this restaurant when ever we visit Whanganui especially because it is open throughout the day. Good food and they have breakfast option as well. Coffee and shakes are added benefit if someone from the group decides to skip lunch.

Had dinner. Special Beef Pho was perfect and the extra garlic and chilli complimented perfectly. Great value for money. Friendly staff and great service. Came back for lunch, pork belly Banh Mi, was very tasty. Missing the carrot and coriander, but a generous serving of pork. Very good value for money. Lots of parking available.

My wife, daughter, my Mum and I came here today for lunch. We loved the friendly atmosphere, open space and decor. The staff were really friendly and helpful. Very impressed with the quick service, large portions and great authentic Vietnamese flavours. Next time we visit Whanganui, we will definitely be coming back to this restaurant.

Beef stew, calamari, springrolls and slow cooked pork. Definitely had better in Auckland at the Vietnam Cafe and Sam Woos, still good though, but just felt like those other places used better ingredients and were more true to the recipes and flavours.

Been going there for dinner since I'd 1st went in to try few months ago! Love the pork ribs and veggies, just perfect ! Love seafood! Looove passionfruit and scoop of ice cream bubble tea! Service: very friendly, just good! I would recommend this place to anyone to go and try!

The food taste good with quick service. I enjoy their Pho. Great value for money.

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