University District · Seattle

Every Bowl Tells a Story
Passed Down Through Generations

At Basil Viet Kitchen, we don't just serve Vietnamese food — we bring you the warmth of a family kitchen where broth simmers for hours, herbs are picked fresh, and every dish arrives with intention and care.

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100% Fresh Ingredients
Daily Broth Simmered
Family Recipes
A steaming bowl of Vietnamese pho with fresh herbs and rice noodles
Signature Bun Bo Hue
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Layered Flavors

Every dish builds depth — from star anise and cinnamon in our broth to the bright kick of fresh lime and chili.

Handcrafted Daily

Spring rolls rolled by hand each morning. Broth simmered from dawn. Nothing rushed, nothing frozen.

Rooted in Tradition

Our recipes come from family kitchens across Vietnam — Hanoi, Hue, Saigon — each region represented on your plate.

Warm Hospitality

Walk in and you're treated like a guest, not a customer. That's the Vietnamese way — and that's our way.

Chef preparing Vietnamese dishes in a warm kitchen
Fresh Vietnamese herbs and ingredients ready for cooking
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Our Story

More Than a Restaurant — A Family Table

Basil Viet Kitchen was born from a simple belief: that the best meals are the ones made with patience, love, and ingredients you can trust. Our founders grew up in kitchens where the smell of star anise and cinnamon meant family was gathering — and that feeling is what we pour into every bowl we serve.

Located on University Way NE, we're a neighborhood restaurant that takes its craft seriously. Our broth is made from scratch every day. Our herbs arrive fresh. Our recipes have been refined over generations, and we treat each one with the respect it deserves.

Broth simmered fresh daily
Locally sourced produce
Family recipes, generations old
Authentic flavors, Seattle hospitality
The Experience

Dine In, Take Out, or Just Say Hello

Whether you're grabbing a quick lunch between classes or settling in for a leisurely dinner, we make sure every visit feels special.

Dine In

Our intimate dining room is designed for comfort and conversation. Warm lighting, the hum of the kitchen, and the aroma of fresh herbs — it's your Vietnamese home away from home.

Take Out

Call ahead and we'll have your order ready when you arrive. Whether it's a solo pho lunch or a family feast, we pack it with the same care as if it were being served in-house.

Catering & Events

Hosting a gathering? Let us bring the flavors of Vietnam to your next event. From intimate dinners to larger celebrations, we customize menus to fit your occasion.

Visit Us

Come Find Your New Favorite Bowl

We're right here in the heart of the University District — easy to find, impossible to forget.

Address 4002 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105-6209
Phone (206) 566-5136
Hours Mon–Thu: 11am – 9pm
Fri–Sat: 11am – 10pm
Sunday: 12pm – 8pm
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