🥢 Fresh Lemongrass Vietnamese Restaurant in Vernon, BC serves up authentic Vietnamese cuisine—from fragrant pho and lemongrass rice plates to crispy spring rolls and vibrant vermicelli bowls. Known for generous portions, fresh ingredients, and gluten-free and vegetarian options, it’s a local favourite for flavourful, healthy dining.
Fresh Lemongrass menu in Vernon:
1 | Salad Roll (Goi Cuon)
Pork, prawns, lettuce, bean sprouts, and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper served with house hoisin sauce or peanut sauce.
2 | Shredded Pork Salad Roll (Bi Cuon)
Shredded pork, shredded pork skin, lettuce, bean sprouts, and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper served with house fish sauce.
3 | Sausage Salad Roll (Nem Cuon)
Pork patty, lettuce, bean sprouts, and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper served with house fish sauce.
4 | Spring Roll (Cha Gio)
Minced chicken breast, shrimp, and assorted vegetables wrapped in egg pastry, deep fried and served with house fish sauce.
5 | House Spring Roll (Cha Gio Dac Biet)
Minced chicken breast, shrimp, and assorted vegetables wrapped in rice paper, deep fried and served with house fish sauce.
6 | Deep Fried Prawns (Tom Chein)
Battered shrimp, deep fried and served with chili or plum sauce.
7 | Calamari (Muc Chien)
Battered calamari, deep fried and served with chili or plum sauce.
8 | Fresh Lemongrass Roll
Spring roll with lettuce, bean sprouts, and carrots wrapped in rice paper.
9 | Wonton Soup (Hoanh Thanh Soup)
Wontons served in savory broth.
10 | Grilled Salad
Lettuce, cucumber, and bean sprouts with sweet and sour fish sauce and your choice of beef, pork, chicken, or shrimp.
11 | Pho
Build your own pho with any 3: rare beef, well-done beef, shank, tendon, tripe, beef balls, or chicken.
12 | Pho Special (Pho Dac Biet)
A hearty bowl of rare beef, well-done beef, shank, tendon, tripe, beef balls, and chicken with rice noodles in savory broth.
13 | Vegetable Pho (Pho Rau Cai)
A medley of vegetables with rice noodles in aromatic broth.
14 | Beef Ball Soup (Sup Bo Vien)
Beef balls in rich beef broth (no noodles).
15 | Plain Pho (Pho Khong)
Simple rice noodles in beef broth.
16 | Spicy Pho (Pho Cay)
Rare beef, shank, beef balls, and chicken with rice noodles in a hot and spicy beef broth.
17 | Seafood Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Do Bien)
Assorted seafood with rice noodles in pork broth.
18 | House Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Dac Biet)
Seafood, chicken, and ground pork with rice noodles in savory broth.
19 | Seafood Sate Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Sate Do Bien)
Seafood, chicken, and ground pork with rice noodles in spicy sate broth.
20 | Seafood Mi (Mi Nuoc Do Bien)
Assorted seafood with egg noodles in broth.
21 | Seafood Wonton Mi (Mi Hoanh Thanh Do Bien)
Seafood, wontons, and egg noodles in soup.
22 | Chicken Wonton Mi (Mi Hoanh Thanh Ga)
Chicken, wontons, and egg noodles in soup.
23 | Seafood Dry Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Kho Do Bien)
Rice noodles with assorted seafood in house soy sauce, served with soup on the side.
24 | BBQ Pork Dry Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Kho Xa Xiu)
Rice noodles with BBQ pork in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
25 | Chicken Dry Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Kho Ga)
Rice noodles with chicken in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
26 | House Special Dry Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Kho Dac Biet)
BBQ pork, seafood or chicken with rice noodles in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
27 | Seafood Dry Mi (Mi Kho Do Bien)
Egg noodles with seafood in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
28 | BBQ Pork Dry Mi (Mi Kho Xa Xiu)
Egg noodles with BBQ pork in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
29 | Chicken Dry Mi (Mi Kho Ga)
Egg noodles with chicken in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
30 | House Special Dry Mi (Mi Kho Dac Biet)
Egg noodles with BBQ pork, seafood, or chicken in house soy sauce, soup on the side.
32 | House Special Udon Soup (Banh Canh Dac Biet)
Udon in pork broth with your choice of pork, chicken, and seafood.
33 | Spicy Beef Stew with Rice Noodles (Hu Tieu Bo Kho)
Rice noodles in spicy beef stew.
34 | Spicy Beef Stew with Egg Noodles (Mi Bo Kho)
Egg noodles in spicy beef stew.
35 | Pad Thai
Stir-fried rice noodles in spicy tamarind sauce with chicken, beef, or prawns.
36 | Dan’s Special Pad Thai
Stir-fried rice noodles in spicy tamarind sauce with beef, chicken, and a fried egg.
37 | Seafood Crispy Noodles (Mi Xao Do Bien)
Stir-fried seafood and vegetables on crispy egg noodles.
38 | Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Cha Gio)
Deep fried spring rolls on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
39 | Pork & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Heo Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled pork skewers and spring rolls on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
40 | Beef & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Bo Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled beef skewers and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
41 | Chicken & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Ga Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled chicken and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
42 | Pork Patty & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Nem Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled pork patty and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
43 | Prawn & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Tom Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled prawn and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
44 | Shredded Pork & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Bi Nuong, Cha Gio)
Shredded pork and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
45 | Grilled Pork, Shredded Pork & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Thit Nuong, Bi, Cha Gio)
Grilled pork skewers, shredded pork, and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
46 | Grilled Pork, Prawn & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bun Thit Heo Nuong, Tom Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled pork skewers with shrimp and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
47 | Grilled Beef, Prawn & Spring Roll Vermicelli (Bo Nuong, Tom Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled beef skewers with shrimp and spring roll on vermicelli noodles served with fish sauce.
48 | House Special Vermicelli (Bun Dac Biet)
Grilled pork, beef, chicken, pork patties, shrimp and spring roll on vermicelli noodles, served with fish sauce.
49 | Lemongrass Stir Fry Vermicelli (Bun Bo, Ga, Tom Xa Ot)
Spicy lemongrass stir fry on vermicelli noodles with your choice of beef, chicken, or prawn.
50 | Curry Lemongrass Stir Fry Vermicelli (Bun Bo, Ga, Tom Xa Ot)
Spicy curry lemongrass stir fry on vermicelli noodles with your choice of beef, chicken, or prawn.
51 | Pressed Noodles (Banh Hoi)
Pressed noodles with rice paper wraps served with spring rolls and a choice of:
Beef
Pork
Shrimp
Chicken
Pork patty
52 | House Special Pressed Noodles (Banh Hoi Dac Biet)
Pressed noodles with rice paper wraps served with beef, pork, shrimp, chicken, pork patties, and spring rolls.
53 | Grilled Pork Chop Rice (Com Suon)
Grilled pork chop on steamed rice.
54 | Grilled Pork Chop Shredded Pork Rice (Com Suon Bi)
Grilled pork chop and shredded pork on steamed rice.
55 | Grilled Pork Chop Egg Rice (Com Suon Trung)
Grilled pork chop and a fried egg on steamed rice.
56 | Grilled Pork Chop, Shredded Pork, Egg Rice (Com Suon Bi Trung)
Grilled pork chop, shredded pork, and a fried egg on steamed rice.
57 | Grilled Pork Chop, Shredded Pork, Egg, Meat Pie, Rice (Com Suon Bi Trung Cha Hap)
Grilled pork chop, shredded pork, a fried egg and steamed meat pie on steamed rice.
58 | Chicken Rice (Com Ga)
Grilled chicken breast on steamed rice.
59 | Grilled Beef Rice (Com Bo Nuong)
Grilled beef skewers on steamed rice.
60 | Grilled Pork Skewers Rice (Com Heo Nuong)
Grilled pork skewers on steamed rice.
G1 | Salad Roll (Goi Cuon)
Pork, prawns, lettuce, bean sprouts, and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper. Served with house fish sauce.
G2 | Shredded Pork Salad Roll (Bi Cuon)
Shredded pork, lettuce, bean sprouts, and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper. Served with house fish sauce.
G3 | Sausage Salad Roll (Nem Cuon)
Pork patty, lettuce, bean sprouts, and vermicelli wrapped in rice paper. Served with house fish sauce.
G4 | House Spring Roll (Cha Gio Dac Biet)
Minced chicken breast, shrimp, and vegetables wrapped in rice paper, deep fried, and served with house fish sauce.
G5 | Pho
Create your own pho with any three of the following:
Rare beef, well done beef, flank, tendon, tripe, chicken.
Served with rice noodles in beef broth.
G6 | Pho Special
Rare beef, well done beef, flank, tendon, tripe, and chicken. Served with rice noodles in beef broth.
G7 | Vegetable Pho (Pho Rau Cai)
A medley of vegetables with rice noodles in beef broth.
G8 | Spicy Pho
Rare beef, well done flank, and chicken with rice noodles in hot and spicy beef broth.
G9 | Seafood Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Do Bien)
Assorted seafood with rice noodles in pork broth.
G10 | House Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Dac Biet)
Assorted seafood, chicken, and ground pork with rice noodles in pork broth.
G11 | Seafood Sate Hu Tieu (Hu Tieu Sate Do Bien)
Seafood, chicken, and ground pork with rice noodles in spicy sate pork broth.
G12 | Spicy Beef Stew (Hu Tieu/Mi Bo Kho)
Spicy beef stew served with your choice of rice noodles.
G13 | Pork Patty & Salad Roll Vermicelli (Bun Nem Nuong, Cha Gio)
Grilled pork patty and salad roll served on vermicelli noodles with fish sauce.
G14 | Lemongrass Stir Fry Vermicelli (Bun Bo, Ga, Tom Xa Ot)
Spicy lemongrass stir fry with your choice of beef, chicken, or prawn. Served on vermicelli noodles.
G15 | Curry Lemongrass Stir Fry Vermicelli (Bun Bo, Ga, Tom Xa Ot)
Curry-infused lemongrass stir fry with your choice of beef, chicken, or prawn. Served on vermicelli noodles.
G16 | Pad Thai
Stir-fried rice noodles in a spicy tamarind sauce with your choice of chicken, beef, or prawns.
G17 | Beef Lemongrass Rice (Com Bo Xao Xa Ot)
Spicy lemongrass beef stir fry served over rice.
G18 | Chicken Lemongrass Rice (Com Ga Xao Xa Ot)
Spicy lemongrass chicken stir fry served over rice.
G19 | Spicy Curry Beef Rice (Com Bo Ca Ri Xa Ot)
Curry lemongrass beef stir fry served over rice.
G20 | Spicy Curry Chicken Rice (Com Ga Ca Ri Xa Ot)
Curry lemongrass chicken stir fry served over rice.
G21 | Chicken & Prawn Fried Rice (Com Chien Tom Ga)
Shrimp, chicken, egg, and mixed vegetable fried rice.
G22 | Beef Stir Fry Rice (Com Bo Xao Rau Cai)
Beef stir fry with mixed vegetables on steamed rice.
G23 | Chicken Stir Fry Rice (Com Ga Xao Rau Cai)
Chicken stir fry with mixed vegetables on steamed rice.
G24 | Seafood Stir Fry Rice (Com Do Bien Xao Rau Cai)
Seafood stir fry with mixed vegetables on steamed rice.
G25 | Vegetable Salad Roll (Goi Cuon Chay)
Mixed vegetables wrapped in rice paper. Served with house soy sauce.
G26 | Tofu Salad Roll (Tau Hu Cuon)
Tofu and mixed vegetables wrapped in rice paper. Served with house soy sauce.
G27 | Deep Fried Tofu (Tau Hu Chien)
Crispy deep-fried tofu served with house soy sauce.
Here are some of the community favorites at Fresh Lemongrass Vietnamese Restaurant in Vernon:
Rich, comforting broth that’s consistently praised for its depth of flavor.
“Very good depth of flavour yet at the same time, a little weak.”
Highly recommended by locals on Reddit and review sites.
“Fresh Lemongrass in Vernon when I want good Vietnamese food – it’s excellent.”
Fresh and crisp, often praised for pairing beautifully with the peanut or fish dipping sauces.
Frequently highlighted in reviews—especially the house spring roll and salad roll.
A common combo recommendation: spring rolls + salad rolls + #49 chicken vermicelli bowl.
Fan-favorites include #49 Lemongrass Stir-Fry Vermicelli and the House Special Vermicelli.
Known for generous portions, deeply flavorful grilled meats, and fresh Vietnamese herbs.
One Redditor called #48 their “absolute favorite.”
A bold dish infused with spicy lemongrass curry flavor.
Frequently mentioned in top picks—especially the Spicy Curry Chicken.
Listed on the menu as Dan’s Special Pad Thai, and often called the best in town.
“Huge portion, delish!”
“Dan’s special pad Thai! Nomnomnom”
Vernon locals often list Lemongrass among the best budget-friendly eats.
“Great food and most dishes could feed two people.”
Known for excellent value, with large portions and bold flavors.
“Best price-per-calorie” dining spot in town.
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Dish |
Why It’s Loved |
|---|---|
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Pho |
Deep, satisfying broth; a go-to comfort dish |
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Spring / Salad Rolls |
Fresh, crisp, and served with outstanding dipping sauces |
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Vermicelli Bowls (#49…) |
Flavorful meats, generous portions, and vibrant fresh herbs |
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Spicy Curry |
Aromatic and bold, with a signature lemongrass twist |
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Special Pad Thai |
Balanced sweet–tangy–spicy noodles; a local standout |
Portions are generous—many dishes are large enough to share or enjoy later.
Regularly highlighted on Reddit for its value and quality.
“Consistently delivering big portions at great prices.”
Pho, #49 Vermicelli Bowl, Spring Rolls, and a side of Special Pad Thai — a lineup of the top community-approved dishes.
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Best Vermicelli in the world!!!!Service was great, portion and price amazing *****
1 Reviews
Great staff and amazing food. Easily a favorite place for date night.
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Visiting Sparkling Hill and found this restaurant online. Glad we tried it! The vegies were fresh and the portions were generous. Our new discovery for when we visit SH.
