Viet

4 (38)

$40 and under

Asian

14 Kensington St 1, Chippendale, AU-NSW 2008

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Good for groups
Neighborhood gem

Discover Viet on the Mekong, our Southeast Asian restaurant in Chippendale. Embark on a culinary journey along the Mekong River, exploring the best of contemporary Asian cuisine. With an emphasis on fresh ingredients, robust broths, and aromatic spices, we explore the vibrant flavours of modern Asian fusion.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Asian, Vietnamese, Thai
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(02) 9211 5081
Website
http://viet.kensingtonstreet.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
14 Kensington St 1, Chippendale, AU-NSW 2008
Neighborhood
Chippendale
Cross street
Located on Kensington Street between Gin Lane and Holy Duck!
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Best way to our restaurant is to take train to Central Station and walk 10 mins to our venue. We are located at Kensington Street | 14 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour from 5-7PM everyday!
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - 5:00 PM - 7:45 PM,Tue - Wed - 5:00 PM - 7:45 PM,Thu - Sat - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
We are offering a daily happy hour from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with the following: ALL cocktails House Sparkling House Red House White

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Viet.

4.0

(38)

4.1Food
4.1Service
4.1Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

38 Reviews

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Symon
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on October 31, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
took my booking and then texted me 2 hours before the booking to say they don't do table service any more. So why take the booking? interestingly the are still taking bookings today!
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Tim
Sydney1 review
1.0
Dined on August 31, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Pretty poor service , nice staff , food pretty ordinary
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Job Marc
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on July 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An Unforgettable Experience at Viet Restaurant! From the moment we walked into Viet Restaurant, we knew we were in for something special. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance between cozy and elegant, with warm lighting and tasteful decor that immediately sets the tone for a memorable meal. But what truly elevated our experience was the exceptional service—a heartfelt shoutout to Dan and Kim, who went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Kim was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, offering thoughtful recommendations that turned out to be absolute hits. Dan’s attentiveness and warm demeanor made us feel like honored guests rather than just customers.
VietResponded on July 25, 2025
Dear Job Marc, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and friendly service. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Job Marx, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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Rob
Alabama9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant in spice alley. Lovely setting and excellent food. We enjoyed the crab summer rolls, calamari, spicy chicken and bbq ribs with roti. All dishes were excellent with great flavor. Nice wine selection with daily happy hour. I’ve eaten at this restaurant twice while visiting Sydney and will keep it on my list of places to frequent. A great value for the money as well!
VietResponded on June 17, 2025
Dear Rob, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and ambience. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Rob, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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Rita
Sydney2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great modern Vietnamese food. Fresh and full of flavour. Service was lovely
VietResponded on May 26, 2025
Dear Rita, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and service. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Rita, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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Kim Ryan
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on April 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is delicious. It is worth the money. I will come back again soon.
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Roy
Sydney7 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was delicious and plenty of it. Drinks were reasonable. We had a great Sunday lunch.
VietResponded on February 14, 2025
Dear Roy, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and service. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Roy, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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Cristian
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on January 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an amazing evening here with a friend! I tried the staff's recommendations, and both the peanut sauce hokkien noodles and the duck with black truffle rice were absolutely delicious. The service was fantastic, the staff was friendly, attentive, and really made the night special. I’ll definitely be back!
VietResponded on February 6, 2025
Dear Cristian, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and service. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Cristian, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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darryl
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an amazing dining experience, and the duck truffle rice was absolutely delightful, perfectly complemented by the unique and delicious fried ice cream. Special thanks to Manager Dan for ensuring exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere!
VietResponded on February 1, 2025
Dear Darryl Rico, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and atmosphere. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Darryl Rico, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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Andrew
New South Wales1 review
5.0
Dined on January 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience! Amazing food and service. If you’re looking for good food, this is the place to go!!
VietResponded on January 23, 2025
Dear Andrew, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback to us regarding your recent visit in Viet. We were pleased to read your complimentary remarks regarding our food and service. We greatly appreciate your comments, as it is always a pleasure to receive positive feedback in recognition of the hard work and dedication of our people. Please be assured that your comments have been acknowledged by the management team. Andrew, thank you again for your positive feedback. We certainly look forward to welcoming you back to Viet again soon, and trust that future visits will be just as enjoyable as your recent visit. Yours sincerely, Viet Management
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Asian, Vietnamese, Thai
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Thu–Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(02) 9211 5081
Website
http://viet.kensingtonstreet.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
14 Kensington St 1, Chippendale, AU-NSW 2008
Neighborhood
Chippendale
Cross street
Located on Kensington Street between Gin Lane and Holy Duck!
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Best way to our restaurant is to take train to Central Station and walk 10 mins to our venue. We are located at Kensington Street | 14 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Viet is a lovely spot for a relaxed Sunday lunch, one guest specifically enjoyed a great Sunday lunch, while Saturday evenings can be busy and lively.

Sundays are a lovely choice at Viet, guests specifically mention enjoying a great Sunday lunch.

A guest said Viet's food was "delicious and plenty of it, " indicating at least some diners find the portions generous.

Yes, Viet's cozy, elegant ambience and attentive service (several guests call out manager Dan and the welcoming team), plus a nice wine selection, make it a strong choice for a special evening.

Yes, Viet offers outdoor seating in Spice Alley, with a pleasant garden/deck area that guests enjoy for people-watching and dappled‑light dining.

Viet on the Mekong in Chippendale feels cozy and elegant, with warm lighting, tasteful decor and a sunny, relaxed garden area that gives a street‑side bistro vibe.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are appropriate for dining at Viet.

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