Mekong Village — Restaurant in Seattle

Wow what authentic Vietnamese dishes they have here! This restaurant is not near most popular areas but is well worth the trip if you're not near International District. Eastside has Viet places but they don't have authentic dishes like here - namely bánh hi (thin rice noodle nets), bún măng vt (duck noodle soup)b and mì qung (turmeric colored noodle soup with shrimp pork and various traditional Vietnamese herb toppings). They also have the staples: phô, rice plates, rice noodle salad bowls, egg rolls (cha goi), spring rolls (goi cuon), and even pad thai (random Thai dish but not a far throw from Vietnamese noodle stir fry). They also serve Vietnamese coffee, coconut juice, boba drinks, and tea, but no alcohol (crossed out on the menu when we went).

The interior is designed like a temple and it feels cool to sit inside. The seats are comfy and made of nice wood. We came at an odd hour (2-3 pm on a Saturday) but people kept coming in as we ate (a good sign).

I ordered the mì qung and the bf ordered the Mekong Special bún (all the meats in a noodle bowl). The entrees are really generous in portion and servings of proteins. The added veggies and herbs are also plentiful and very fresh. I was sooo happy with my mi quang. OH MY GOD. That broth was sooo complex and salty and flavorful. You have to try this if you ever get a chance. There is a lot going on and it'll keep you coming back for more. All components of a traditional mì qung and more was there. It also was so large I ate this for 2-3 meals.

The bf's bún bowl was also huge. The meats were done just right. The shrimp on sugarcane (omg I miss this, haven't had it in so long) had just the right springy texture and taste. The grilled chicken and roast pork (ga nuong and nem nuong) were both charred and sweet and salty and all umami. There was plenty of veggies underneath it all to make one feel almost healthy!

Highly recommend to try this place for authentic Viet food if you're in the area! Take it from a Viet from a family of Viet-cooking mamas and aunties, this place is...

Just got back from this place which I have been wanting to try for some time given the Google reviews. The menu was a little confusing to me as there were dishes like Pad Thai, Mongolian Beef, Kung Pao Chicken on it. I asked for recommendations for Vietnamese food off their menu and first was given a geography lesson on how the Mekong flows from China through Thailand to Vietnam. When I pointed out on the menu that it said "Mekong Village - Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine," he offered some recommendations. We ended up getting the DIY spring roll platter (#67) and grilled beef with rice (#51). The food was pretty decent and I would give it maybe a 3.5 star rating.

The service was deplorable. No dipping sauce was served with our DIY spring rolls. Water glasses stood empty for the longest time, and when I told the gentlemen at the reception he told my son to just shout for the waiter which is all well and fine, except that our glasses stayed empty while he was doing the chatting up. He was trying to be humorous, but how how about take care of the issue first. Throughout the meal it was hard to get the attention of the wait staff, even though the restaurant was maybe about 25-30% full.

I had gone to the restroom before my meal and soap dispenser was empty. Another customer already in the restroom, got one of the waitstaff and told him it was empty. I went to the restroom after the meal to wash my hands and the soap dispenser was still empty.

Coincidences? I doubt it... Let me be clear that no one was rude, but it did not seem that service was particularly important. Will not be going back there again and will stick with Tamarind Tree for my Vietnamese...

Mekong Village is a North Seattle favorite, known for its sprawling menu that delivers on both variety and execution. It’s the kind of place where you can bring the whole family and everyone finds something—from pho to vermicelli bowls to sizzling plates.

Start with the House Special Bún Bò Huế ($15). The broth is robust and spicy with lemongrass, pork hock, and beef shank, a solid version of the central Vietnam classic. If you want something unique, the House Special Thin Vermicelli Tray (Bánh Hỏi Platter) ($19) is a must—woven rice vermicelli served with grilled pork, shrimp, egg rolls, herbs, and lettuce wraps for DIY bites.

For vermicelli bowls, the Grilled Pork & Egg Roll Vermicelli ($15) is the crowd-pleaser, balancing smoky meat with crisp egg rolls. The Lemongrass Chicken Vermicelli ($15) is lighter but just as satisfying.

Rice plate fans should head for the Grilled Pork Chop with Broken Rice ($16). The chop comes with that smoky char and is paired with shredded pork, egg cake, and all the fixings. If you want to go bigger, the Cơm Đặc Biệt (House Special Rice Plate) ($18) stacks it all: pork chop, shrimp, shredded pork, and egg cake in one platter.

The portions are large, the flavors are consistent, and the service is warm and welcoming. The menu is huge, but Mekong Village has a knack for keeping everything dialed in.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Mekong Village is a one-stop shop for Vietnamese comfort food. Whether it’s a steaming bowl of bún bò huế or a family-style vermicelli platter, it’s a reliable and satisfying spot in...