Bambu Vietnamese
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About Bambu Vietnamese
Bambu Vietnamese sits on Quayside Drive in Colchester, where outside seating with heaters and blankets extends the front of house onto the quayside. The kitchen works within the Vietnamese tradition, with pho on the menu alongside other classic dishes and lychee juice among the drinks. Vegetarian options run through the menu for plant-led diners, and dogs are welcome at the restaurant. Parking spaces sit at the back of the building for arriving guests, and the team takes bookings for weekend visits when the room fills up. Walk-ins are welcomed the rest of the week at the Vietnamese restaurant on Quayside Drive.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree street parking · Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · High chairs · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Menu & Prices
79 dishes · mains £4–17- Pork£7.20
- Vegetarian£6.80
- Prawns£6.70
- Chicken£5.95
- Tofu£5.95
- Chilli & Salt£7.95
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention vietnamese pho, lychee juice, vegetarian options and generous portions.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention vietnamese pho, lychee juice, vegetarian options and generous portions.
Customer Review Summary
Diners single out the Vietnamese pho and lychee juice as the standout draws, with several describing the pho as an "absolute lifesaver" for a hangover. Generous portions and friendly, accommodating service round out the praise, and the staff's willingness to seat guests indoors when it rained, even providing blankets for outdoor tables, is a recurring detail reviewers highlight.
Customer Review Summary
Diners single out the Vietnamese pho and lychee juice as the standout draws, with several describing the pho as an "absolute lifesaver" for a hangover. Generous portions and friendly, accommodating service round out the praise, and the staff's willingness to seat guests indoors when it rained, even providing blankets for outdoor tables, is a recurring detail reviewers highlight.
Featured reviews
- Lei Baetiong
“Super delicious food with great service and a lovely atmosphere. We tried a range of different dishes and not one of them was a miss. Portions are also very generous. The interior and exterior decor was also so beautiful!”
- Joseph Nordoff
“What an amazing restaurant. The decor is traditional, food fantastic and service perfect. The restaurant was full however was given a table outside, put the heater on and even gave us s blanket which was such a nice touch. Later in the evening, it started raining and found us a table inside.”
- Alan O’Connor
“Best place to go for a hangover! I normally go for the lychee juice and Vietnamese pho, which are absolute lifesavers for a hangover! Both delicious and the service is quick too!”
- kevin frost
“I am always happy to eat here the staff and food are fantastic. Book in advance at the weekends as it does get busy. Always made to feel welcome and special.”
- Rob Clarke
“Great service and incredible food. Highly recommend”
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for lunch
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Free street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
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- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Dining options· 7
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Crowd· 4
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Parking· 1
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
- Planning· 2
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Highlights· 5
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Atmosphere· 4
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Family-friendly· 3
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
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