High-praise Vietnamese spot near Theatre Royal delivering flavorful pho, hot-plate dishes, and egg coffee, with occasional service lapses and an automatic 10% service charge to note.
Little Vietnam Restaurant delivers exceptional food quality—particularly standout pho with deep, restorative broths and luscious egg coffee—supported by friendly, attentive service. The solid consistency and convenient pre-theatre location make it a reliable neighborhood favorite, though modest space comfort and occasional service stretching during peak hours prevent grade A territory. Competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants for authentic Vietnamese comfort dining.
A cosy city-centre room opposite Cineworld sets a warm and bustling tone for pre-theatre bowls and catch-ups. Servers are generally friendly and welcoming, and many diners single out the pho and hot plates as comfort highlights. One guest said the broth was "deep and restorative," and the egg coffee arrives with a thick, luscious cap. Cooking skews classic Vietnamese: rich beef pho, Bun Hue with a gentle kick, sizzling duck, crisp spring rolls, and grilled pork with vermicelli. Expect elevated traditional rather than showy fusion, with fragrant lemongrass and balanced fish sauces doing the heavy lifting. Portions are hearty, prices land mid-range for the area, and it is a reliable pick for flavor-packed comfort if you are near the Theatre Royal. Families fit in well here: mild broths, fried rice, noodles, and spring rolls mean kid-friendly options without fuss. The menu lists vegetarian and even vegan vermicelli, and staff help adjust spice. Do note an automatic 10% service charge and that it can get busy before shows; arrive early if you need a quieter table.
Area vibe: Busy city-centre block near theatres and cinemas; pre-theatre and casual dining crowd with steady foot traffic.
Safety: Generally safe, well-lit cultural corridor with evening crowds tied to theatres and Cineworld.
What's nearby: Opposite Cineworld and near Theatre Royal; offices, hotels, and student footfall contribute to demand.
Standout mains include the house beef pho and a crispy duck hot plate, with spring rolls and egg coffee worth ordering too.
Casual dress works, it fills up before shows and an automatic 10% service charge is commonly added to bills.
Cozy and theatre-friendly, it’s calm at midday but gets warm and bustling in the evening.