Vietnam Cafe

About

Vietnamese

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 3800 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50310

Phone: (515) 252-8713

Work Hours

Mon 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Tue 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Wed 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Thu 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Fri 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Sat 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Sun 11:00 am-9:00 pm

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    Yes
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Good For
    Lunch
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Alcohol
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    No
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
  • fastfood
    Caters
    No

Reviews

  • Libby N.

    star star star star star 31 May 2026

    The monthly buffet is so good!  It's always on the last Friday of the month and I go as often as possible.  I've brought several friends and everyone always enjoys it.  My four year old also gets so excited for, "buffet day!"  The owner is so kind and efficient, love this place!

  • John L.

    star star star star star 21 May 2026

    Being a military man, I have a broad taste and this hits the spot. You can't believe all the taste until you taste it yourself! Unimaginable in the midwest! 5 Stars out of 5 Stars!! 10 out of 10...

  • Rachel S.

    star star star star star 14 May 2026

    Absolutely love Vietnam Cafe! It's a hidden gem inside Merle Hay, and their food is delicious. The owner (I'm spacing on her name) is always happy to greet every customer and very accommodating. Their pho is my favorite thing to get, and I love that they have the options to add different spicy sauces and jalapeños.

    I will definitely continue to come back time and time.

  • Liz H.

    star star star star star 12 May 2026

    I can't believe this place is in a food court in the mall! I've had the Pho a couple of times and it hits the spot.

    The broth was delish with perfectly sliced beef, spring rolls were fresh, and peanut hoisin sauce was tasty (not made with peanut butter, which was great because I don't like peanut butter!).

    The prices are reasonable and what's most amazing about this place, is that it isn't too far for west-siders. I usually have to travel a bit to get good Viet food like Pho 888, C Fresh, or TNT.

    Sorry I didn't take pics . . . I was too hungry and excited as I was craving Pho for days! Next time!

  • Carl C.

    star star star star star 8 May 2026

    Great place for pho. Very reasonably priced and they give you big proportions. I like how they have an open condiment bar. The place also has other food and on fridays that have an all you can eat buffet that is $10.95 for an adult and $6.99 for children (Age 10 and under). Perfect place for the family or a quick date.

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