Best Vietnamese food in Newport Beach

Robert Mack

Bamboo Bistro in Corona del Mar has been on my list for about six months. As someone who genuinely loves both Thai and Vietnamese food, I had heard great things and finally had the perfect excuse to go when a friend came to town. From the moment we walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The ... restaurant was completely full, but they quoted us 15 minutes and had us seated in under 10. The space itself is clean, comfortable, and larger than it looks from the outside. We ended up in a cozy corner booth and it was perfect. The service was great and the food absolutely delivered. Prices felt very fair for the quality and portions. We ordered the papaya salad with prawns, crispy noodles with beef, and Thai chicken. The crispy noodles were unreal. They came out looking like nothing I’d ever seen before and were nearly impossible to stop eating. Somewhere along the way, this is exactly why I love exploring the village. Working in Corona del Mar means getting to know the local spots that make this place special, not just the homes, but the restaurants, the people, and the community behind them. Parking can be a little tricky, but if you’re familiar with the village and know how to work the side streets, it usually takes five minutes or less to find something nearby. All in all, Bamboo Bistro lived up to the hype. Delicious food, friendly staff, and a spot I’ll definitely be coming back to. If you’re in the area and love Thai or Vietnamese food, this one belongs on your list. Read More

Maria Yu

Excellent food in a casual but refined environment. Menu is a bit pan-Asian and quite pricey, but the quality of every dish was excellent. Highly Recommend the brodard grilled pork fresh spring rolls, very fresh chicken salad, and the Hanoi style smoked pork noodles. The shrimp coconut soup and the eggplant tofu clay ... pot were also good. Read More

rated by maryam • food critic

Bamboo Bistro in Corona Del Mar keeps getting it right. I had the steamed chicken salad with the dressing, shallots, and peanuts on the side, and it was exactly what I wanted, crisp veggies, tender chicken, and that bright cilantro-lime on the side that keeps it fresh and light. It tastes clean and satisfying, the ... kind of salad that feels like a full meal without weighing you down. My mom ordered the Tom Yum, the hot and sour soup with mushrooms, broccoli, and chicken, and she loved it. We added rice noodles on the side, and I appreciate that you can opt for shirataki noodles if you want to keep things even lower calorie. The broth had that perfect tang and heat, nothing harsh, just balanced. Service is attentive and kind, the refreshed vibe and expanded space look great, and having the option to sit outside is a big win for our sunny CDM days. Perfect price point, perfect location, consistently delicious. I’d come back any day. Read More

EddieTheBroker

Been coming here for years! The quality is always consistent and generous. Sometimes we dine in however most of the time we pickup as it gets busy! The entrees are great as well as their generous lunch special! Parking can be hectic during dinner times especially weekends!