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Vien Dong Restaurant

3801 Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98418-5020
253-472-6668
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Ranked #41 of 412 restaurants in Tacoma
Cuisines: Vietnamese
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Cheap Eats
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
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Olympia, Washington
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

It's all about the food. I eat in quite a few Vietnamese restaurants, but this is by far the best in the area. The chicken in the Chicken Lemon Grass is slightly seared before sauteing, giving it a deeper, richer flavor. The spring rolls are the freshest I've ever had anywhere, and the peanut sauce is great. The tofu dishes... More

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26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2013

Only have had Pho a few times, an never really thought too much about it. Broth soup isn't my favorite. Vien Dong has changed my mind. The place is generally packed, and the great food is the reason why. This is a place I would go miles out of my way for, without a second's thought. Huge portions, economical, tasty,... More

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Seattle
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54 reviews 54 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
89 helpful votes 89 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 November 2012

I travel often and continually find myself craving the food here regardless of where in the world I may be. As others have referred to this as a dive that comment sorely deserves clarification. There is little to no ambiance but the place is meticulously clean. There may not be a dance floor and mood lighting, but I assure you,... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012 via mobile

Agree with all the other reviews- authentic, huge portions, very affordable, quick service, & clean. My Aunt & a friend of hers are "regulars" & I would be too if I lived here. Large menu; restaurant on the small size & due to it's popularity we came around 4pm - perfect time for a great meal !

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Tacoma, Washington
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4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

Owners are so nice and food is excellent. My husband eats there once a week. The restaurant is nothing to look at but the food is delicious.

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seattle
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61 reviews 61 reviews
56 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2012 via mobile

Had to wait two years until I traveled back to Tacoma to eat here and that is too long. They have the best Vietnamese food. Portions are huge too.

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Plano TX
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22 reviews 22 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2012

When asked to pick her favorite local place, this was where my niece steered me. She picked a winner. It is a small, local place with large portions of very tasty food. I had lemongrass chicken, she had garlic eggplant tofu. and we both had a spring roll, which came with a wonderful peanut sauce. I can see why she... More

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Tacoma
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

I liket the food here. The Chicken Lemon Grass is excellent, and the soups are solid. The prices are great. The women that were work are wonderful, friendly, warm, and provide great service. That said, the man who works there seems very tempermental- the last time we were there he was grouchy and storming around the place. So, I very... More

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Seattle
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

This is just a great place. Simply served, all the effort goes into the food in this family owned business. The people are great, the food is always fresh, delicious, and generously portioned. We usually just get a couple of dishes for the whole family and have food to spare. Most dishes are around $6.00. The place is pretty much... More

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Tacoma, Washington
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24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

This place is a true dive restuarant, but they have the best Pho in Tacoma (that I've had so far) and there are lots of other great soups and plates to try. When I get a cold I order the Spicy Beef and Pork Noodles Soup and I'm better in a day. Only bad thing is they don't serve any... More

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