Vietnamese Food Delivery and Takeout in Ottawa: Your Guide to Ordering from Vietnam Palace
Craving a steaming bowl of pho but can’t make it to Chinatown? Looking for Vietnamese food delivery in Ottawa that actually tastes like it came from a real restaurant? Whether you’re working from home, hosting a casual dinner party, or simply don’t feel like going out, Vietnam Palace Restaurant brings the full Chinatown experience directly to your door.
As one of the best takeout restaurants in Ottawa, Vietnam Palace has been serving authentic Vietnamese food from 819 Somerset St W since 1989. And while nothing quite compares to dining in our warm, family-run restaurant, we’ve perfected the art of making our food travel beautifully — so every delivery and takeout order arrives as close to the dine-in experience as possible.
How to Order Vietnamese Takeout from Vietnam Palace
Ordering takeout from Vietnam Palace is simple, and you have multiple options to suit your preference:
Phone Orders
The classic approach. Call us at (613) 238-6758 during business hours to place your order. Our friendly staff will walk you through the menu, answer questions about dishes, and give you an estimated pickup time. Phone ordering is especially helpful if you’re unsure what to order — our team loves making recommendations.
Third-Party Delivery Apps
Vietnam Palace is available on major delivery platforms serving Ottawa, making it easy to order from the comfort of your couch. Simply search for “Vietnam Palace” on your preferred delivery app, browse the menu, and place your order. Your food will be picked up from our kitchen and delivered straight to your door.
Walk-In Takeout
If you’re in the Chinatown area, pop in and order directly. You can browse the menu while you wait, watch the kitchen in action, and take in the aromas that have been filling 819 Somerset Street for over three decades. Some customers prefer this method because they can add last-minute items when they smell what’s cooking.
Best Vietnamese Dishes for Delivery and Takeout
Not all dishes travel equally well. While everything on Vietnam Palace’s menu is excellent in the restaurant, some dishes are superstars when it comes to delivery and takeout. Here’s our guide to ordering smart:
Excellent for Delivery
Vermicelli Bowls (Bún)
Vermicelli bowls are arguably the best Vietnamese dish for delivery. The components — cool rice noodles, grilled meat, fresh vegetables, crushed peanuts, and nuoc cham sauce — are naturally suited to travel. The noodles don’t get soggy, the toppings stay fresh, and the sauce comes on the side for you to add when you’re ready to eat. Vietnam Palace’s grilled pork vermicelli is a top seller for takeout orders, and it tastes just as incredible at home as it does in the restaurant.
Rice Plates (Cơm)
Rice plates are the ultimate comfort delivery meal. Steamed rice topped with grilled meats, a fried egg, pickled vegetables, and sauce — it’s a complete meal in one container that reheats beautifully if you’re not eating immediately. The broken rice plates (cơm tấm) are particularly popular for delivery.
Spring Rolls (Chả Giò)
Crispy spring rolls hold their crunch remarkably well during delivery, especially if you eat them within 20-30 minutes of arrival. They come with lettuce, herbs, and nuoc cham on the side, so you can assemble your wraps at home just like you would in the restaurant. Pro tip: if they’ve softened slightly during transit, a quick 3-minute blast in a hot oven (400°F) brings back that perfect crunch.
Stir-Fries and Curry
Wok-tossed dishes and curries are natural travellers. The sauces keep everything moist and flavourful during transport, and these dishes actually benefit from a few minutes of sitting — the flavours continue to meld. Vietnam Palace’s lemongrass chicken, Vietnamese curry, and shaking beef are all excellent choices for delivery.
Great for Takeout (Best Eaten Soon)
Pho
Can you get pho delivered? Absolutely. Does it require a little extra care? Also yes. Vietnam Palace packages pho for takeout and delivery with the broth, noodles, and toppings separated so you can assemble the bowl fresh at home. This is important because noodles left sitting in hot broth will continue to cook and absorb liquid, becoming soft and expanding.
Here’s how to enjoy delivery pho at its best:
- Heat the broth until it’s piping hot (microwave or stovetop)
- Place the noodles in a large bowl
- Arrange the raw and cooked meats on top
- Pour the boiling broth over everything
- Add your herbs, lime, and condiments
- Eat immediately
Follow these steps and your at-home pho experience will be remarkably close to the dine-in version.
Fresh Salad Rolls (Gỏi Cuốn)
Fresh rolls are best eaten within an hour of being made, as the rice paper can dry out or become sticky over time. For takeout, they’re perfect — grab them on your way home and enjoy within minutes. For delivery, eat them first before moving on to other dishes.
Sizzling Dishes
Dishes that come on sizzling plates (like bò né or sizzling platters) are designed for the dramatic tableside presentation. While the food itself travels fine, you’ll miss the sizzle and spectacle. Save these for a dine-in visit when you can enjoy the full experience.
Ordering Vietnamese Food for a Party or Gathering
Hosting a dinner party and want to serve Vietnamese food in Ottawa without spending all day in the kitchen? Vietnam Palace’s takeout menu is perfect for entertaining:
For 4-6 Guests
- 2-3 orders of crispy spring rolls
- 1-2 orders of fresh salad rolls
- Individual pho bowls for each guest (let everyone choose their protein)
- 1-2 shared stir-fry or curry dishes
- Vietnamese iced coffee for dessert
For 8-12 Guests
- 4-5 orders of crispy spring rolls
- 2-3 orders of fresh salad rolls
- Mix of pho and vermicelli bowls (individual orders)
- 3-4 shared mains: lemongrass chicken, Vietnamese curry, shaking beef, stir-fried vegetables
- Steamed rice on the side
- Vietnamese iced coffee
Tips for Serving Vietnamese Takeout at Home
- Plate it up: Transfer food from containers to plates and platters. Vietnamese food is beautiful — show it off.
- Set up a herb station: Buy extra herbs (Thai basil, mint, cilantro, bean sprouts, lime) from a Chinatown grocery store and create a shared herb plate. It elevates the entire experience.
- Keep broth-based dishes hot: If you’re ordering pho for a group, keep the broth in a pot on the stove so guests can ladle it fresh and hot.
- Sauce variety: Put out small bowls of hoisin, sriracha, and nuoc cham so guests can customize their dishes.
Why Vietnam Palace Is One of Ottawa’s Best Takeout Restaurants
With 664 Google reviews and a 4.3-star rating, Vietnam Palace has earned its reputation not just as one of the best dine-in restaurants in Ottawa, but as one of the best for takeout and delivery too. Here’s why:
Generous Portions
Vietnam Palace doesn’t skimping on portion sizes for takeout orders. You get the same generous servings you’d receive dining in — often even more, since the kitchen packs containers to the brim. This means exceptional value for every dollar spent.
Quality Packaging
The restaurant uses sturdy containers that keep food secure during transport. Soups are sealed tightly, sauces are separated, and crispy items are packaged to maintain their texture. It’s clear that Vietnam Palace cares about the takeout experience, not just the dine-in one.
Consistent Quality
Whether you’re eating at Table 5 in the dining room or on your couch at home, the food quality is the same. The same kitchen, the same recipes, the same attention to detail. A Vietnam Palace takeout order isn’t a lesser version of the dine-in experience — it’s the same great food in a different setting.
100+ Menu Options
With 100+ dishes available for takeout and delivery, you’ll never run out of things to try. From classic pho and spring rolls to specialty curries and seafood dishes, the full Vietnam Palace experience is available wherever you are in Ottawa.
Delivery Areas and Timing
Vietnam Palace serves customers across Ottawa for delivery and takeout. Delivery availability and timing depend on your location and the platform you’re using, but generally:
- Centretown / Downtown: Fastest delivery times, typically 20-35 minutes
- Glebe / Old Ottawa South: 25-40 minutes
- Westboro / Hintonburg: 25-40 minutes
- Kanata / Barrhaven / Orleans: 40-60 minutes (availability varies by platform)
For the best experience, we recommend ordering during off-peak hours (before 6 PM or after 8 PM) when delivery times are generally faster.
Takeout Pickup: The Chinatown Experience in 10 Minutes
If you’re anywhere near Chinatown, pickup is the way to go. Here’s why:
- No delivery fees: Save on delivery charges and tips
- Faster: Your food goes straight from kitchen to your hands — no driver detours
- Fresher: Less transit time means hotter soups, crunchier spring rolls, and fresher salad rolls
- The Chinatown walk: Picking up from 819 Somerset St W gives you an excuse to stroll through Chinatown. Grab some Asian snacks, bubble tea, or pastries while you wait
Call ahead at (613) 238-6758 to place your order, and we’ll have it ready when you arrive.
Reheating Vietnam Palace Takeout: Tips and Tricks
Got leftovers? Here’s how to make them taste just-made:
- Pho broth: Reheat on the stovetop until boiling. Add fresh noodles if you have them — leftover noodles that sat in broth will be softer than fresh.
- Spring rolls: Oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes. Avoid the microwave — it makes them chewy instead of crispy.
- Rice plates and stir-fries: Microwave works fine, but a quick toss in a hot pan with a splash of water gives better results.
- Vermicelli bowls: These are best eaten fresh. If you must reheat, warm the meat separately and assemble with fresh noodles if possible.
- Curry: Reheat gently on the stovetop. Curries often taste even better the next day as the flavours continue to develop.
Order from Vietnam Palace Today
Whether you’re looking for Vietnamese food delivery in Ottawa, a quick takeout lunch, or catering for a gathering, Vietnam Palace Restaurant has you covered. With 35+ years of experience and a menu of 100+ authentic Vietnamese dishes, we bring the best of Chinatown to wherever you are.
For takeout orders: Call (613) 238-6758
For delivery: Find us on your favourite delivery app
For dine-in: Book a table and enjoy the full experience
Location: 819 Somerset St W, Ottawa, Ontario
Hours: Monday 11AM–10PM | Wednesday–Friday 11AM–10PM | Saturday 10AM–10PM | Sunday 11AM–10PM | Closed Tuesday
Browse our full menu, learn more about us, or contact us with any questions. Great Vietnamese food is just a phone call — or a few clicks — away. 🥡