Nem Nem in Islington

Cash only and they didn't tell us when we ordered. Apparently they knew that they couldn't take card but it was a "server's mistake" to not tell us that vital information. We had to go to a cash machine because the transfer didn't work. Abysmal.

Went here for a dinner and food was great. Highly recommend the spring rolls and pho- very flavourful broth and tasted authentic! The only thing is that the staff were perhaps a little too attentive and taking dishes away as soon as we put our chopsticks down but would overall recommend. There were also extensive vegetarian options

Really good food. Would recommend

Love this place so much. Incredible service and food. Great vegan selection - I recommend the Bun Cha!

Delicious food! Friendly staff. Im very happy. Thank you!!!

Such an amazing place - the vegan menu is incredible 😍

Such a lovely restaurant! Interior was lovely, food was amazing and waiter was beyond amazing. He took great pride in his work and was very organised and attentive. As soon as he saw we were low on rice he came and asked if we would like to order another one and also always on the move. Even went outside to clean the glass door as there was a hand mark. The food wasn’t heavy but super flavourful and clean. Highly recommend

I love this place - So many vegan options that are very, very, very, very tasty!! also, the service is great- Friendly staff and fast I also love the atmosphere, Lovely interior decor

Amazing food, service and restaurant!! Lots of vegan, veggie, meat and seafood options. We had the prawn and apple salad, the golden chicken and prawn pancake, the squid and the tofu aubergine and it was all unbelievably delicious!! Worth noting it's cash only but there's an atm very near by 😊

Such warm and welcoming service. The food was delicious - filling but still light, and a great selection of vegan dishes.

Decent selection of vegetarian/vegan items on their menu. Ordered 3, and all of them were flavorful and yummy. Portions were decent for the prices in today’s time. Would love to come back again to explore more of their menu.

Amaaazing food! Got to have amazing food in London without breaking the bank (which is rare). The food portions are large and very much worth the price. Plus, vegan options are plenty. Highly recommend!

Nice decorations, fast service, food amazing, good music and nice staff

This restaurant is good enough, but they are not user friendly. In 2025 they do not accept credit card and we actually had to leave the restaurant and take out cash at a nearby ATM to settle the bill. This came as a surprise as it is not mentioned anywhere in the restaurant or on their website which we used to book the table.

Could not recommend this restaurant enough. Insane value and insanely authentic tasting food. Definitely coming back.

Very good, tasty food. The waitress give very nice recommendations

it was so good. Came here a lot! Cheap and delicious

This place is our go-to! Come here often and always delicious and great service. So many vegan options too.

We found Nem Nem when looking for Vietnamese food with good vegetarian options. Nem nem did not disappoint. The menu is split into meat and vegan options, making it super easy to choose from the extensive vegan selection. The food was excellent (vegan pepper duck and vegan Hanoi fish particular favourites) and the service was prompt. All in all a great find.

Good food, but a bit pricey for the portion size. ⭐️⭐️⭐️ We ordered the sweet potato cake and summer rolls to start, followed by the caramelised pork clay pot (my favourite) and mango fish for mains, along with one rice to share and two drinks. The food was okay, though I’ve had better Vietnamese at this price point. Portions were on the smaller side, so it didn’t feel like great value for money. That said, the staff were very friendly, and service was impressively quick—almost too fast! Overall, a decent experience but not necessarily a go-to for Vietnamese cuisine

Amazing food and great vegan options!

Amazing Vietnamese restaurant with excellent vegan options! The vegan duck was so delicious - the closest thing to the real thing I’ve ever tasted. The staff and atmosphere are really lovely as well. Would definitely recommend!

The BEST vegan food you’ve ever had. I’ve been coming here for years due to the massive vegan selection, the vegan mango fish is out of this world. The vegan scallops are to die for. Such a great choice of foods. And such good prices. Starters, mains, rice and cocktails came to £29 each! Love love love ❤️

Fantastic food and friendly service. Would recommend - loads of vegan options too!

very great value loads of veggie options

INCREDIBLE vegan food, the menu is so extensive! Vegan fish and tofu pancake are must haves.

Love, love their food. However, it’s a cash only restaurant and the lady tells this to you before seating you. We were confident that we had enough cash. Unfortunately, our bills were already outdated, no longer in circulation. lol. Fortunately, there’s an ATM nearby or we would have to wash dishes. 😃 will defo come back as Angel is near where I usually crash during my visits to London.

Lovely chilled evening with my mum. Food was tasty, staff were attentive and informative. Very cost effective. Will be back again.

Beautiful food and very affordable. Big variety of vegan options.

Great food, well prepared & excellent value for money. Very quick service too as we were going to a concert at the Islington Assembly, although it’d be better if they weren’t so attentive!

My favourite local Vietnamese, never disappoints!

La comida era excelente - realmente sabroso, grandes texturas y bien - cocinado - delicioso. Lamentablemente, el servicio había terminado - celoso - los platos estaban siendo retirados como el último bocado estaba entrando y el personal de espera se inclinaba sobre aquellos de nosotros todavía comiendo para llegar a los platos de los que estaban acabando! En general, la experiencia fue precipitada y esto realmente restó el disfrute, que es una pena, ya que la comida era genial. Un último bicho fue que solo aceptan efectivo por lo que fue necesario un sprint a un cajero cercano para poder pagar.

Absolutely wonderful. Food was delicious 😋. Spring rolls are homemade and I could have just eaten 10 of those and left happy. Every dish we ate was superb 👌 Not greasy, no msg and just fresh and fragrant. The service was so warm and friendly. Really lovely lady in the red top today (Sunday 9th Feb). Forget about Pho up the road, come here! We randomly decided to order cocktails and the espresso martini is up there with ones you get at top hotels and bars in London. We will be back! We live nearby

Amazing service, as my group ordered our server gave us good recommendations. I got the Nem Nem pepper duck with egg fried rice. There is a wide range of veg options for small eats, salads, pho and other noodle dishes. Almost everything is under £10 but they only accept cash. I will definitely be coming back

I’m vegetarian myself, so they had a great vegan/vegetarian option. The summer roll and mock chicken was amazing. They also have a great meat selection, as some of my friends had the beef stew which was amazing. I highly recommend this place

It was a great place and great for the price! I would definitely recommend and they had a really extensive vegan menu that was just as great!

Pretty much every dish has a vegan alternative. Fast and friendy service, good food and chill atmosphere!

Great food, everything was so light and fresh! Staff were so friendly and nice cosy atmosphere. Thank you :)

Hidden gem in Islington, wholesome food warming for the belly with blooming tea

This is a Cash only place. Delicious food with loads of vegan options. I had the vegan chicken cashew and vegan fried rice which was so yummy. My friend had the vegan tofu Bun sa salad which she loved. The ambience is fantastic as the decor is super inviting. We both had the blossoming tea: oriental beauty which was green tea, marigold and jasmine. It was lush and fun to watch the flower blossom. Staff are attentive and friendly.

Great lunch and pho (light coloured soup with ginger and meat flavour). £9.50 + 10% SC is good value. The place was quiet today it could be because they accept cash only. No issues for me it was clearly stated at the shop and it was mentioned to me before ordering.

We live nearby and go here all the time. The food is so good and the staff are the nicest. No frills place, casual, cash only.

AMAZING SERVICE. half the menu is vegan which is awesome and everything was delicious. I will be going again and recommending to friends remember it is cash only

Very delicious Vietnamese restaurant! Asian stomachs are greatly satisfied😭💛🫶 Must order Nem Nem platter, raw spring rolls, fried spring rolls, and fried seafood are all super delicious. The lettuce and pickles are very fresh, and the sauce is refreshing. The fried food is amazing. I think the key is that he adds a lot of garlic, which instantly turns it into salty crispy chicken. Oh, I’m so happy, so is the fried tofu👍 The stir-fried beef pho is so good that you can’t ask for anything else. The soup is very good, and the stir-fried beef is still tender but has an extra layer of aroma. It’s worth taking a special trip here to eat it🥳

Some of the best Vietnamese food I’ve had in London ❤️ so many vegan and veggie options on the menu. Staff were all super friendly too. Highly recommend!

Very impressed with this place! £9.50 for a big bowl of pho with brisket. The broth was extremely tasty and the portion of brisket very generous. Will definitely be coming back! Cash only so remember to bring some!

Amazing food and good prices, the vegan options are so good the vegan chilli pepper chicken was sooo delicious and so was the curry and pho will be coming back

This was the first time I truly felt I got value for money in London. I’ve tried a few Vietnamese places on Kingsland Road, which were authentic but heavily overpriced. Nem Nem serves proper, authentic food for a reasonable price. As a Vietnamese person, I’ve been searching for a place like this—where eating the food feels like sitting on those colourful little plastic stools on a side street in Hanoi. Thank you so much—I’ll defo come back ☺️

Great range of vegan options and all super tasty! I’m stuffed!

Delicious food! the chilli crispy tofu and fried rice are an amazing combo😍

great food, service, lovely interior and really good prices that you don't often see in central london anymore especially enjoyed the betel beef rolls + cash only! + lots of vegan options + reservation recommended for dinner time

Legit best Vietnamese - better than any I had in Vietnam - also love how the Pho comes if you order take away Nem Nem ❤️

delicious food, very attentive staff who recommended the best dishes to try. Fake chicken was amazing!

The chilli vegan chicken was amazing!!

Soooo delicious, amazing vegan options!!

Amazing, nourishing and delicious food

Absolutely amazing, do not miss

Great selection of food, and loads of vegan options too!

Lovely restaurant, amazing food - definitely a place to come back to. Recommend the mango fish !

I went to Nem nem for lunch today. The food was served very quickly. The waitress always had a smile for everyone. It felt very friendly and attentive. I love this restaurant.

Lovely restaurant, great food and attentive service. Pretty inside and a great range of vegetarian and vegan options.

Such incredible pho - amazing restaurant

Incredible menu with a wide selection (and matching dishes for vegetarians) love the ambience too!

Beautiful best noises I have ever had

Always amazing food service and atmosphere Anna and her team always provide the best eating experience and always find a table

Amazing food and friendly service!

If you enjoy spices in your food that hits your taste buds with a punch, come and treat yourself to a meal here. Made my day off. 😊

Lovely restaurant! Amazing food and so well priced!

Very tasty food, a lot of vegan, staff were very nice and accommodating :) very inexpensive

The Pho at Nem Nem is a standout. The broth is rich, with the perfect balance of spices that enhance the overall flavor. The service is also very good.

I have to give low rating for the food quality here. We ordered Cha Ca La Vong (catfish), Nom Muc( mango squid salad), Bun Ca Cay (spicy catfish noodles). The Cha ca la vong was probably the finest among 3. The mango squid salad mostly lecture and very bland. The most disappointed is the main dish Spicy catfish noodles. I think they use the Pho broth and use the catfish from Cha Ca La Vong to make this one. 🥲 nothing close to the authentic Vietnamese flavour.

A good restaurant to eat traditional Vietnamese food, 100 recommended if you are nearby!

Lovely restaurant, nice food. I had the bun cha ha noi, beef betel and spring rolls it was delicious!

Had a fantastic pho and great summer rolls! What made my dinner experience an exceptional one however, was the service provided by Mike, who really ensured that I had a great dinner. Will definitely be back soon

Food was amazing and it was a great price! Will definitely be back

Great food and reasonable prices

Fresh, cheap, flavoursome and cash only - what more can I say?

[Please note that this place only takes cash] Came by on a Friday evening without a booking and the upstairs was very busy, but luckily they were able to seat us downstairs. The staff is super friendly and efficient. Service is very quick, from ordering drinks and food to having it all on the table hardly took more than 15 minutes and they served the dishes as they were ready. Having been here a few times before, it makes for a perfect lunch, and equally it’s a great place for dinner. Although it’s very quick service, it does not feel rushed, rather it comes across as attentive. The food is absolutely delicious. We had the spring rolls as a starter, which was crispy and tasty, Pepper Duck, Beef Stew (which was super tasty, but recommended to have with rice to soak up the sauce), and Bun Cha. All being absolutely delicious, however, the Beef Stew was on the more oily end, but nothing that made it stick out as unappetising. All in all, a great place for Vietnamese food if you’re in the Angel area. Will certainly keep coming back!

Delicious food, great prices, amazing service.

Solid neighborhood Vietnamese spot, delicious pho

Delicious vegan meal - the aubergine mango vegan ‘fish’ was especially good.

Nem Nem in London’s Islington is a popular Vietnamese restaurant known for authentic, affordable dishes, including an extensive vegan menu. This cozy spot offers a broad selection, from pho and fresh summer rolls to unique vegan adaptations of traditional dishes. Reviewers appreciate the relaxed ambiance and friendly service, making it great for casual dining.

Amazing food, really nice location and so good prices, really recommend. Could get busy, so I recommend to book in advance.

Delicious Vietnamese food. Fresh, flavoursome and excellent seasoning. Quick service. Excellent vegan range of that is of interest.

Very good food and service. The quality was exceptional. I’ll be back.

Nem Nem Restaurant offers a delightful dining experience with its authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The menu is packed with fresh, flavorful dishes, from the classic pho to the vibrant spring rolls. The ingredients are fresh, and the seasoning strikes a great balance of savory, sweet, and spicy. Service is quick and friendly, and the ambiance is cozy yet modern, making it perfect for casual dining. For those who enjoy Vietnamese flavors, Nem Nem is a must-visit spot for comfort food with a twist.

Great food, super flavourful and great ambience!

Anna is a great host. The food is great and its the only reasonably priced restraunt left in Angel. Take cash as no card machine.

Absolute gem of a place so attentive and knowledgeable they made me a custom drink and all the food was delicious and fresh.

Great place, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend !

Always a pleasure to go to Nem Nem! Food is amazing & staff are so friendly :) really recommend the nem nem platter!

Amazing experience at Nem Nem in Islington. The staff were great, food was delicious!

The service was impeccable and the food was yummy- I highly recommend the golden pancake!

Lovely restaurant, fabulous food and really friendly staff. Good vegetarian and vegan options. Great evening.

Delicious food for great value. Would definitely recommend!

Lovely meal and lovely lighting. What a yummy place to get a bowl of pho on a cold day . A great visit before the cinemas

Everything was excellent and the staff were very kind! We will be back!

Delish. Great pho, excellent King oyster mushrooms as well. Can't wait to try everything else on the menu.

Very good pho and beef soup. Lovely playlist! Authentic asian food

This is my favourite place on upper street! It always hits the spot and quality of food is great and consistent! This is one of my favourites spots!