Looking for a yummy Southeast Asian meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Southeast Asian restaurants around Kansas City, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. Vietnam Cafe
Topping the list is Vietnam Cafe, located at 522 Campbell St. in Columbus Park. The Vietnamese spot is the highest-rated inexpensive Southeast Asian restaurant in Kansas City, boasting 4.5 stars out of 607 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Jaime W., who reviewed Vietnam Cafe on Oct. 31, wrote, "Vietnam cafe is a sweet little hole in the wall hidden in the "Italian" district of Kansas City; very easy to miss, need GPS to find it. This restaurant has a very homey feel to it."
Jando S. noted, "Of the few dozen Viet joints throughout Kansas City, there is no doubt the most popular and most beloved is Vietnam Cafe, a place that screams family owned and uber local. It is simply one of the best Vietnamese establishments in the city."
2. Bun Mee Phan
Next up is River View's Bun Mee Phan, situated at 4011 N. Oak Traffic Way. With 4.5 stars out of 247 reviews on Yelp, the Vietnamese and Asian fusion spot, offering sandwiches and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
If you're looking for more, we found these details about Bun Mee Phan.
"It is a Vietnamese deli serving the sandwiches that we grew up on and loved." per the bio section of its Yelp profile.
As to what the business is known for, "We're serving Vietnamese Sandwiches (Banh Mi), Rice & Noodle Bowls, Vietnamese Tacos, coffee and bubble teas, Pho, Bun Bo Hue and Banh Tieu" it notes on Yelp in the section explaining specialties.
3. Pho Cafe
Coves North's Pho Cafe, located at 6040 N.W. Barry Road, is another top choice. Yelpers give the low-priced Vietnamese spot, which offers noodles and soups, four stars out of 51 reviews.
The site has lots more information about Pho Cafe.
"Family owned establishment bringing the flavors of Vietnam to the Northland!" the business explains in the history section of its Yelp profile.
4. Nguyen Pho&Grill
Nguyen Pho&Grill, a Vietnamese, breakfast and brunch spot in River Market, is another affordable go-to, with four stars out of 198 Yelp reviews. Head over to 500 Grand Blvd. to see for yourself.
Yelper Faria M., who reviewed Nguyen Pho&Grill on Nov. 10, wrote, "I'm always amazed at how much diversity KC offers when it comes to different cuisines. I've learned to lower my expectations for ethnic food options when in the Midwest, but was pleasantly surprised to find this gem."
Renee A. noted, "I have never eaten here before and was really impressed. I had vermicelli noodles with steak, shrimp and an egg roll. It was lite and perfect for this hot day; yet filling."
5. Big Bowl Pho
And then there's Big Bowl Pho, a Linden Park favorite with four stars out of 113 reviews. Stop by 7106 N.W. Prairie View Road to hit up the Chinese and Vietnamese spot the next time you're looking to satisfy your cravings on a budget.
Yelper Blair V., who reviewed Big Bowl Pho on Nov. 18 wrote, "Very good Thai. A little light on the Vietnamese menu offerings."
Yelper Miguel M. wrote, "Stopped by on a Friday evening to give this place a try and was not disappointed. Ordered the Kung Pao chicken which had some heat but not too much, portions are just right."
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