Looking to satisfy your appetite for Southeast Asian fare?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Southeast Asian restaurants around Phoenix, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fill the bill.
1. Pho Noodles
Topping the list is Pho Noodles. Located at 3417 N. Seventh Ave. in Encanto, the Vietnamese spot is the highest-rated low-priced Southeast Asian restaurant in Phoenix, boasting 4.5 stars out of 320 reviews on Yelp.
Yelper Karla H., who reviewed Pho Noodles on Jan. 8, wrote, "I can't get enough of this place. 1. Fresh and super tasty food; 2. Low key, I enjoy going there by myself; 3. Friendly staff; 4. Inexpensive for the quality of food."
2. Pho 43
Next up is Maryvale's Pho 43, situated at 2844 N. 43rd Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 586 reviews on Yelp, the Vietnamese spot has proved to be a local favorite for those looking for a low-priced option.
Pho offerings include one option with steak, flank, brisket, tendon and tripe; vegetarian and shrimp pho are also served. There's also pork crepes, grilled chicken and macaron ice cream sandwiches on the menu.
3. Banh Mi Bistro
Deer Valley's Banh Mi Bistro, located at 2340 W. Bell Road, Suite 110, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive Vietnamese spot 4.5 stars out of 496 reviews.
Yelper Stewart L., who reviewed Banh Mi Bistro on Feb. 22, wrote, "Hidden in the folds of a strip mall off the I-17 is this perfect little bistro with excellent food and service. Banh Mi Bistro's sandwiches really shine with their addition of fresh veggies. Every single ingredient in the sandwich is clearly hand-prepared, and each bite is a good one."
Zach H. noted, "The pork belly bao buns are amazing. They are worth five stars all by themselves."
4. Pho 32
Pho 32 in Camelback East is another much-loved, cheap go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 136 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3170 E. Indian School Road to see for yourself.
Yelper Matt W., who reviewed Pho 32 on Feb. 11, wrote, "The broth here is amazing. The food is quality and they use fresh ingredients."
Laura H. noted, "Delicious. I got the combo pho and spring rolls. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The service was really fast."
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