Vegan Pho at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu
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Vegan summer rolls at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

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Serves meat, vegan options available. Casual Vietnamese restaurant where many dishes can be made vegan with tofu. This includes summer rolls, spring rolls, pho noodle soup with tofu & vegetables, vermicelli plate, Manapua bao with tofu, vegetables & mushrooms and Vietnamese-style fried rice. Previously known as Ripple of Smiles. Relocated from 3040 Waialae Ave. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-8:00pm.

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24 Reviews

First Review by SamuelLevitz

Avatar airwrekuh

airwrekuh

Points +24

Vegan
15 Apr 2026

Yummy

My vegan friends and I enjoyed the lemongrass tofu bahn mi and the noodle dish with tofu. I wish they had a vegan version of the Vietnamese iced coffee, only vegan drink to order is ginger lemonade. Decent sized portions, also conveniently next to a vegan friendly store “Down to Earth”

Updated from previous review on 2026-04-15

Pros: Fairly fast service , Decently priced

Cons: I wish they had vegan viet iced coffee

Bahn mi with lemongrass tofu and noodles with tofu at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Avatar Jadediana

Jadediana

Points +3067

Vegan
12 Feb 2026

Super Vegan Friendly and Delicious

Really enjoy the curry & rice, rice plate and spring rolls. I wasn’t blown away by the bánh mì sandwich but for around $14 it’s not a bad option. The spring rolls are super overpriced IMO- I recommend ordering 1 or 2 as a side order to try them. My only wish is that they would expand their menu, otherwise it’s a great spot to grab a bite (right by down to earth and across the street from a book store!) with ample parking. It’s usually not overly busy if you’re eating in. I love that the menu is well labeled and it’s easy to ask for a vegan version of everything.

Updated from previous review on 2026-02-12

Pros: Well-labeled Vegan Options, Lots of parking , Nearby other stores

Cons: Appetizers $$$, Menu is on the small side

at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

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dzl

Points +87

Vegan
02 Jan 2026

Great people, delicious food

We loved everything about this restaurant. Tried most of the vegan items on the menu and would recommend them all. Staff was really friendly and fun to be around.

Updated from previous review on 2026-01-02

Pros: Tofu was prefect , Actual vegan papaya salad , Server was awesome

Avatar cipotechernak

cipotechernak

Points +66

Vegan
24 Jun 2023

Good find!

Very enjoyable Vietnamese meal. Fully half the menu is Vegan. I had the House Special with “V-meat” aka seitan which was excellent

Pros: House special with V-Meat, Summer Rolls

Vegan Plus is the vegan half of the menu at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Summer Rolls at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Frank’s commitment at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

V-meat house special at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

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MiLaKate

Points +202

Vegan
12 Jun 2022

Separate vegan menu

My family enjoyed this place enough to order twice within the week. Really enjoyed the stir-fried noodles w mushrooms that I got. Tried to do an order of spring rolls, but they gave me a spring roll vermicelli instead, which was disappointing since I only got 3 rolls to share that way.

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santoshk1

Points +20

Vegan
07 Jun 2022

Great, tasty food

Never disappointed here with their vegan options. Take family and friends there when they come to visit

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Good portion sizes, Tasty and well prepared

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Tag

Points +20

Vegan
12 Apr 2022

Great vegan menu

The options were good and the vegan house special was good! A bit pricy but worth it. Also great vegan Thai milk teas

Pros: A vegan menu

Avatar Maejunejuly

Maejunejuly

Points +763

Vegan
31 Dec 2021

Typical Vietnamese Vegan Options

This restaurant is not vegan, but there are vegan options you find at many places (e.g., vegan pho, vegan banhmi…)

Updated from previous review on 2021-12-31

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The signs in this place were definitely the best part. These are very specific hours and beer prices! at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Mushroom Manapua at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

The menu didn’t say these were fried so we were bummed, but they were tasty enough. at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu +1

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Ms.Jenna

Points +525

Vegan
15 Dec 2021

Beautiful Vegan Dinner Options

Lovely Sunday evening meal at this beautiful vegan jewel. Food was delicious and fulfilling. This will become a repeat for me and my husband when looking for a well balanced meal. I enjoyed the red wine also it was the best don’t recall the name but it went well with the meal.

Pros: Lots of vegan option

Cons: Limited parking

Store front at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Chief special vegan based meat over rice at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Vegan fried wanton at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

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VeganUnicorn1

Points +48

Vegan
06 Oct 2021

Great Restaurant

This restaurant has amazing vegan options ! They do serve meat but they cook all vegan food on a separate grill / oven. Also the menu is separated perfectly so there is no confusion. I got the vegan spring rolls & vermicelli w/ lemon grass & vegan meat !

Pros: Many healthy vegan options , Fresh ingredients , Unique flavors

Cons: They serve meat

VA2: Vegan Spring Roll at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

VL1: Vermicelli w/ lemongrass & vegan meat at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Avatar allycep4

allycep4

Points +139

Vegan
29 Aug 2021

OF THE DIVINE🤤🤩🍜

FAVORITE VEGAN ASIAN MEAL ON THE ISLAND (and believe me, we’ve covered a lot of ground).
$19 for the most incredible FEAST (mushroom curry = the best i’ve ever had unreal veggie filled vegan pho)
will be returning sooner than id like to admit
11/10

Pros: fast service , lovely ambience, meatless monday’s

Cons: they serve meat

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·X·

Points +28783

Vegan
16 Aug 2021

Ripple of Smiles

I had the vegan pho and soft spring rolls last night. The flavor of the broth was great and the tofu was really nice. The noodles were a bit overcooked and the carrots were a bit undercooked. The spring rolls were fine, but I wouldn't order them again. The peanut sauce that came with the spring rolls was pretty good. I'd try other things at this restaurant next time I drop by.

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Katrina8751

Points +20

Vegan
11 Mar 2021

No flavor

I don’t get what all the 4 stars are about. Just got takeout and ordered the vegan fried rice. No flavor whatsoever. Do yourselves a favor and if you want really great vegan fried rice go to Ranjanee in Mililani or Haleiwa. I wouldn’t come here again.

Avatar Ch246

Ch246

Points +649

Vegan
15 Jan 2021

Yummy!

Wonderful food the vegan house special and papaya salad were great! Will definitely be back!

Avatar ayoung03

ayoung03

Points +222

Vegan
11 Jan 2021

Great vegan Vietnamese food!

The menu has tons of vegan options. I had the summer rolls, and they were very flavorful and fresh! Definitely will be coming back to try more.

Menu at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Vegan summer rolls at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Vegan summer rolls at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Avatar LuisOPedraza-Soto

LuisOPedraza-Soto

Points +54

Vegan
11 Jan 2021

A lot of vegan options!!! They make their own vegan meat substitutes. Down to 🌍

Excellent, to dinner in, picked up and they delivered!!! Excellent service.

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Home made vegan meat

Avatar jasonbaker

jasonbaker

Points +1519

Vegan
03 Oct 2020

My fav vietnamese in Hawaii

It's always nice when vegan is the feature of a non vegan restaurant. Food is great.

More of the menu at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Menu at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

They make wonderful mushroom and broccoli at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Avatar missprecocious

missprecocious

Points +131

Vegan
15 Jul 2020

Plenty of Flavor!

The vegan pho is fresh and has plenty of cilantro. The tofu fried noodles are also the best I’ve had. Don’t miss this great local spot with tons of vegan offerings. Outdoor dining area is private and has a garden feel, even in the concrete jungle heart of Honolulu.

Pros: Lots of Vegan options, Excellent spices and flavors, Relatively inexpensive

Tempura Veggies, Spring Rolls at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Vegan Pho at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Avatar lacieguler

lacieguler

Points +54

Vegan
30 Jun 2020

The best meal I’ve had

Excellent high quality and fresh ingredients. Best Asian food I’ve ever had. We ordered vegan wontons, okra stir fry, fried rice, and vegan special.

Pros: Entire vegan selection on menu , Everything made from scratch including sauces , Very clean during coronavirus crap

Avatar JohnJohnsonIII

JohnJohnsonIII

Points +115

Vegan
18 Apr 2020

Awesome Takeout!!

We ate there last night and loved it. We got the vegan fried rice, pho, and summer rolls and they were wonderful. Definitely going back!

Pros: Lots of vegan options, Nice staff, Great prices

Avatar rawmess

rawmess

Points +50

Vegan
24 Jan 2020

Great Pho!

The menu had a few vegan options, but it turns out the "vegan spring rolls" aren't actually vegan. Menu needs clarification in their vegan/veggie section.

Pros: Has a few vegan options

Cons: Misleading menu

Vegan Pho at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Vegan Pho at Vietnam Deli by The Ripple of Smiles in Honolulu

Avatar brigitteofsverige

brigitteofsverige

Points +24

Vegan
15 Nov 2019

Pho real!

Best Pho I’ve ever had! Pho real!

Avatar noodlebot

noodlebot

Points +89

Vegetarian
21 Oct 2019

Best pho I’ve ever had

5 stars. Literally the best pho I’ve ever had and it’s completely veg. Came in with no expectations and the flavor of the broth absolutely blew my mind. Front staff were really nice and the ambience is cute, though noisy if sitting on the patio (next to main road). Walking distance so great casual spot.

Avatar SamuelLevitz

SamuelLevitz

Points +22

Vegan
01 Jun 2019

OMG!!

This has been our go to Vietnamese restaurant for over a year now. The Pho is the best on the island by far! We’ve had many dishes on their menu and we must say that we love all of them!

We must’ve been here 20 times already and will continue to come back. It is a must experience!

Pros: Amazing flavor, Lots of choices, Fast and cheap

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