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Eat Vietnam
Intimate neighbourhood spot on Stirchley High Street serving boldly flavoured Vietnamese curries, noodles and unconventional small plates.
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Weekly-changing menu of boldly flavoured Vietnamese curries and creative small plates, most dishes under £45 and many suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
Eat Vietnam opened as a pop-up in 2017 before finding its permanent home in a converted greasy spoon café on Stirchley High Street. The restaurant is owned by Ming Nham, who grew up in Vietnam and arrived in Birmingham as a child. The menu changes weekly based on fresh ingredient availability and specialises in short, reasonably priced dishes that combine traditional Vietnamese flavours with modern creative twists. Signature items include turmeric fried fish with jasmine rice, barbecued pork curries, marmite and peanut butter chicken wings, and salt and pepper tofu. Many dishes work for vegetarian and vegan diets, with clearly labelled options. Desserts are locally made by Odi and Moo, and the drinks list features organic and low-intervention wines alongside craft beers from local Birmingham Brewing Company, particularly their EVN Yuzu lager. The restaurant operates a reservation system with timed slots, though walk-ins are accommodated when possible. Expect a small, buzzy space with simple seating, an open kitchen, and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
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Read all 5The last time I came here was almost 5yrs ago. Very glad to see the quality is still very high. Welcoming team as well. Thank you for a lovely meal!
This is the best Vietnamese restaurant we have ever been to. The dishes were perfect and so different from all the other Vietnamese restaurants which normally just serve Pho noodles. The spices were lovely. The music was amazing 90s pop. The place was heaving and testament to its quality! Highly recommended.
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0Where is Eat Vietnam located?+
Eat Vietnam is at 1422 Pershore Road on Stirchley High Street, Birmingham B30 2PH, in a converted former greasy spoon café.
How much does it cost to eat at Eat Vietnam?+
You can expect to pay roughly £25 to £45 per person, depending on what you order.
Do I need to book a table?+
The restaurant operates a reservation system with timed slots, so booking ahead is recommended. Walk-ins are accommodated when space allows.
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- MondayClosed
- Tuesday5pm to 9:30pm
- Wednesday5pm to 9:30pm
- Thursday5pm to 9:30pm
- Friday12pm to 9:30pm
- Saturday12pm to 9:30pm
- SundayClosed
Features
- Corkage
- Craft Beer
- Dog Friendly
- Organic
- Outdoor Seating
- Reservations
- Sharing Plates
- Small Plates
- Table Service
- Terrace
- Window Seats
Reviews
5The last time I came here was almost 5yrs ago. Very glad to see the quality is still very high. Welcoming team as well. Thank you for a lovely meal!
This is the best Vietnamese restaurant we have ever been to. The dishes were perfect and so different from all the other Vietnamese restaurants which normally just serve Pho noodles. The spices were lovely. The music was amazing 90s pop. The place was heaving and testament to its quality! Highly recommended.
Several different people had recommended this place to me, and everything about the experience was top notch. Great, creative menu, with lots of small plates and an extensive specials board, so not just limited to pho. Service was excellent from all the staff, lovely setting. Will definitely be returning.
They managed to seat us without a booking at about 6ish on a friday night which was great, ordered some bits off the specials board - everything was so good can’t wait to go back and try some more! highlight was the prawn croquette, pork belly with the chilli sauce. bbq chicken noodles were good too. liked the creamy broth that came with the sesame greens! staff were lovely, great service, 10/10!
We visited 23rd December. The staff as usual were attentive ,friendly and polite. Food came out quickly and there was a fab playlist on giving it a festive party vibe. We had the hispi cabbage, peanut butter chicken wings, veg spring rolls, barbecued courgette, pork and sprouts and chilli potatoes. Everything was unreal but the cabbage absolutely stole the show and I hope they add it to the menu as permanent feature!
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0Questions
7Where is Eat Vietnam located?+
Eat Vietnam is at 1422 Pershore Road on Stirchley High Street, Birmingham B30 2PH, in a converted former greasy spoon café.
How much does it cost to eat at Eat Vietnam?+
You can expect to pay roughly £25 to £45 per person, depending on what you order.
Do I need to book a table?+
The restaurant operates a reservation system with timed slots, so booking ahead is recommended. Walk-ins are accommodated when space allows.
Is there anything on the menu for vegetarians or vegans?+
Yes, many dishes are suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets, with options clearly labelled on the menu. Dishes like salt and pepper tofu are popular plant-based choices.
Does the menu change?+
Yes, the menu changes weekly based on fresh ingredient availability, so dishes may vary between visits.
Can I bring my own wine?+
Yes, you can bring your own wine, but let the restaurant know beforehand as they charge corkage per bottle.
Is Eat Vietnam dog friendly?+
There is a semi-outdoor seating area to the rear of the restaurant, though no official pet policy has been confirmed.