Huynh, a longstanding and cherished Vietnamese restaurant in Houston’s historic Chinatown (EaDo), is opening a second location in Upper Kirby ahead of its planned closure due to Interstate-45 expansion. Scheduled to open in January 2026, the new branch will offer the same beloved menu of pho, grilled pork chops, rice dishes, vermicelli salads, and bánh cuốn.
Vietnam’s top coffee brand, Trung Nguyên Legend Cafe, is opening its first Oregon location in Portland at SE Powell Boulevard on August 2, 2025. The swanky “Legend Coffee World” will introduce signature brews like Thien Coffee and ethically produced kopi luwak, and will eventually roll out a full food menu featuring items like pho and banh mi.
Lai Rai, a vibrant Vietnamese eatery, has opened at 181 Rye Lane in Peckham, London. Combining Hanoi street‑food culture with vivid, cinematic décor, this multi-level restaurant transitions from a bright, bustling café by day to a moody, dreamlike hotspot by night. The menu features playful and creative offerings such as prawn lollies, beef tartare, crispy chicken, and fish sauce caramel gelato.
