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Best Banh Mi in Wellington (2026)

A good banh mi is hard to beat for lunch — cheap, fast, and packed with flavour. Wellington has a handful of spots that do it properly.

20 places

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Vietnameezy

4.5(92)

vietnamese restaurant · Kilbirnie

Vietnameezy is your go-to spot for delicious, convenient, and authentic Vietnamese lunches, specialising in packed lunches made with the freshest ingredients and traditional recipes.

banh mi fresh herbs noodle dishes

92 reviews
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TASTE OF HOME

4.6(703)

meal takeaway · Te Aro

A Taste of Home Wellington offers a variety of authentic Chinese flavours and takeaway options.

aromatic blends asian fusion chinese spices

579 reviews
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Peckish Jr. Cafe

4.8(175)

cafe · Dukes Arcade (Cnr Willis & Manners Street

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious food and friendly, attentive service, making it a favourite spot in Wellington.

149 reviews
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Ngon!

4.8(663)

restaurant · Mount Victoria

Rooted in my family’s legacy of cooking and inspired by the vibrant street food culture of Vietnam, Ngon brings together the familiar and the unexpected.

asian fusion bold flavours dine in

466 reviews
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Go Vietnam Restaurant

4.0(161)

restaurant · Wellington Central

Go Vietnam Restaurant serves authentic Vietnamese food for the local community.

vietnamese cuisine

161 reviews
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Pho Viet Street Food

4.6(2,380)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Pho Viet Street Food offers Vietnamese pho house and street food made the traditional way with love and time, focusing on authentic taste and customer experience.

authentic vietnamese cuisine hand-crafted dishes vietnamese street food

2,113 reviews
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MATXOI

4.7(14)

coffee shop · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the delicious and authentic Vietnamese and Japanese inspired menu, along with excellent service.

14 reviews
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TRA Coffee and Eatery

4.6(194)

cafe · Te Aro

At Tra, we’re two caffeine fanatics serving up our favourite sips — but plot twist: it’s not a coffee shop. It’s a lounge where life slows down, and the drinks do the talking.

asian fusion exquisite teas new zealand produce

169 reviews
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Mr Go's

4.6(2,614)

restaurant · Te Aro

Relaxed joint whipping up creative regional Asian dishes in a bright space that has murals & a bar.

asian street food fried chicken grilled skewers

2,087 reviews
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Le Saigon Vietnamese Kitchen

4.5(1,031)

vietnamese restaurant · Wellington Central

We promise an intimate and relaxed Vietnamese dining experience that offers something different to local and foreign patrons and ensures you enjoy a memorable Vietnamese food experience every time.

authentic vietnamese authentic vietnamese cuisine pho

1,005 reviews
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Pho Viet Street Food Newtown

4.3(473)

vietnamese restaurant · Newtown

Pho Viet Street Food offers Vietnamese pho house and street food made the traditional way with love and time, focusing on authentic flavours and customer experience.

authentic vietnamese cuisine hand-crafted dishes vietnamese street food

473 reviews
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Lemongrass Kitchen

4.5(165)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, tasty food and great value for money, making it a popular choice for lunch.

asian chinese japanese

165 reviews

Wraps and Rolls

4.7(28)

restaurant · Wellington Central

Reviewers consistently praise the freshness and flavour of the food, especially the bánh mì and roti wraps.

28 reviews
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The Old Quarter

4.7(2,609)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Modern Vietnamese Resturant

asian, fusion bold flavours modern vietnamese

2,315 reviews
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Apache Restaurant

4.7(1,991)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Polished operation crafting refined, intricate Vietnamese delicacies with a French influence.

angus beef asian, fusion chicken

1,991 reviews
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Dragonfly

4.6(1,818)

restaurant · Te Aro

Restaurant & bar serving Asian dishes & cocktails in a stylish, intimate space with a courtyard.

asian fusion cocktail bar contemporary dining

1,623 reviews
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Rock Yard Restaurant

4.6(1,613)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Welcome to Rock Yard Restaurant, where Vietnamese culture meets culinary delight in Wellington. Our passion is to share the authentic tastes and traditions of our homeland with you, in a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a home away from home.

aromatic dishes asian, vietnamese balance of flavours

1,405 reviews
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Saigon Taste

4.5(502)

vietnamese restaurant · Mount Victoria

Pho, stir-fried noodles & other Vietnamese eats served in an informal dining room or for takeout.

ethnic vietnamese flavours of saigon vietnamese cuisine

502 reviews
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Saigon Delights Restaurant

4.7(367)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

Proudly to use fresh local New Zealand products in our daily cooking process to ensure that your dishes are freshly made with quality traced ingredients for local farms.

fresh local ingredients new zealand products vietnamese

293 reviews
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Nam D Vietnamese Eatery

4.7(281)

vietnamese restaurant · Te Aro

At NAM Ð Eatery we are now offering a dine-in lunch and dinner service, along with catering options. We aim to provide a memorable dining experience that captures the culinary heritage of Vietnam.

authentic vietnamese flavours fresh ingredients vietnamese street food

281 reviews