Mien Trung Restaurant

**OUR STORY** Mien Trung Restaurant is a hidden gem in San Diego, celebrated for its authentic Vietnamese cuisine that transcends the typical offerings found in the area. Nestled conveniently at 7530 Mesa College Dr, this charming eatery specializes in regional favorites such as Bun Bo Hue and Bun Hen, delivering robust flavors with each dish. Customers rave about the restaurant’s comforting atmosphere, accessible amenities, and exceptional service that caters to families and solo diners alike. It's not just a meal; it's a culinary journey that reconnects guests with the heart of Vietnamese culture. Experience the true essence of Mien Trung—where every bite resonates with tradition and warmth.

Accessibility
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
- No delivery
Popular for
- Popular for breakfast
- Popular for lunch
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
Offerings
- Serves coffee
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Serves breakfast
- Serves lunch
- Serves dinner
- Has catering
Amenities
- Has toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Cash only
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot

Sang Le

Mar 29,2025

Really love this restaurant... they have all the authentic Hue food here! I love the bun bo hue n the clam with Vietnamese cracker thing... everything tastes exactly how they supposed to... they will be seeing me more often now when I'm in town lol

Henry Chung

Mar 12,2025

Best bun bo hue in San Diego (according to my Vietnamese immigrant father and uncle). I can't disagree! The broth had the right amount of spice level and a great variety of proteins. The beef was amazingly the right blend of tenderness and chewiness. My wife had the bun rieu and she was completely satisfied; there was nothing left in her bowl!If you're in the mood for bun bo hue or bun rieu, come support this authentic local mom & pop shop!

Papaya Purple

Feb 18,2025

Came back after many years to find the authentic flavor of Bun Bo Hue in my memory! It is tasty enough to keep the motherland flavor!

Ashley LeBourveau-Truong

Feb 14,2025

Small, cash-only restaurant that serves fantastic vietnamese food. Everything is very good, but they're known for their bun bo hue, which you can also order ahead to bring home (you'll have to bring your own pot). We've often gotten bun bo hue for home here, but they've got a good selection of dishes all for a really reasonable price. The restaurant can get busy so I recommend going earlier in the day.

James Leung (jobias)

Feb 3,2025

We were recommended the bun bo hue and the clams on vermicelli and both were as good as expected. Both were on the spicy end but if you love good Vietnamese food, that's not a bad thing. I especially loved the clams.

Uyên Phạm

Jan 14,2025

love the fresh food, whenevwer I enjoyed in here, bún bò Huế remains a testament to Vietnam’s rich culinary heritage, offering a satisfying and memorable meal for both locals and visitors alike.

Cleo Chan

Jan 10,2025

The food here is incredible! Easily some of the most authentic Vietnamese cuisine you’ll find in town. Unlike the usual phở spots scattered around San Diego, this place introduced me to a whole new side of Vietnamese flavors. Just a heads-up: bring cash!With so many unfamiliar options, it took us a while to decide what to order, but we ended up with two amazing dishes:#18: Cháo Lòng (Porridge with Pork Tongue & Heart)A rich, flavorful porridge with a thicker consistency, paired with unique cuts of pork offal. Definitely worth trying if you’re feeling adventurous!#21: Bánh Bột Lọc Lá (Corn Starch Cake with Shrimp & Pork in Banana Leaf)This dish reminded me of a mix between har gao and char siu—delicate yet packed with flavor.Highly recommend checking this place out if you’re ready to explore beyond the usual phở!

Krystal Dang

Jan 4,2025

Absolute hidden gem among the myriad of other Viet restaurants in the city. Known for their Bún Bò Huế, this place has been around for decades now and still one of the best. The food is still quite affordable around 13 a bowl these days. They are also cash only.They provide nice catering sizes as well for many of their dishes which has been a great way to bring some good food for potlucks. Although you will have to bring your own pot for the soup based dishes.The atmosphere is very reminiscent of visiting your old grandma's house. They're always blasting loud Vietnamese music and playing clips of Viet food being prepared on the TV really bringing a nostalgic atmosphere to older times in Vietnam.