We bring Vietnam’s cozy,
home-style flavors to Manila
Clean broths, fresh herbs, and fiber-rich sides that feel light-but-busog.
Perfect for family and barkada sharing, any day of the week.
We bring Vietnam’s cozy,
home-style flavors to Manila
Clean broths, fresh herbs, and fiber-rich sides that feel light-but-busog. Perfect for family and barkada sharing, any day of the week.
OUR STORY
From Saigon Streets to Manila Tables
Số Một began with a simple promise: make Vietnamese food that lifts the mood and nourishes the body. Our founders grew up between family kitchens and market stalls—from Hanoi’s broth traditions to Saigon’s fast, flavorful street fare—then brought those recipes to Manila.In our first year we served phở to curious neighbors; today we welcome regulars who crave that same bowl after work, on rainy days, and during family celebrations. What hasn’t changed is our cooking: slow-simmered broths, crisp herbs, balanced sauces, and lots of heart.
So Mot Vietnamese Cuisine!
Flavor
Freshness
Family
Vietnamese cuisine-loving team
We cook Vietnamese by heart
We cook Vietnamese by heart—clean, bright, layered—but tuned to Manila life. Think fiber-forward veggies, light proteins, and condiments you can dial up: calamansi, chilies, herbs. Lunch without the food coma; dinner that still feels light. Sarap that hugs, not heavy.
So Mot Vietnamese Cuisine!
What Makes Số Một
We kept the same heart:
warmth, freshness, and consistency in every bowl.
Join us for dine-in, grab takeout, or enjoy delivery with smart packing—broth and noodles separate to keep that bright, bouncy finish.
Flavor
Freshness
Family
Behind The Kitchen
Meet the hands behind your bowl. From carefully sourcing produce to slow-simmering broths, our team keeps everything clean, bright, and consistent. We love herbs, we love freshness, and we love seeing families and friends share food that feels good—comfort that’s light yet satisfying.
Our Journey
From Viet Taste (2015) to So Mot Today
July 2015
Our Beginning in Manila
Founded as So Mot Viet Taste, we set out to share authentic Vietnamese cuisine with the local community—flavors that celebrate balance, freshness, and nourishment.
July 2017
Kapitolyo, Pasig Expansion
We opened at Madison Commons Food Park (Kapitolyo, Pasig), bringing our family-style Vietnamese favorites closer to the neighborhood and growing our Manila community.
April 2018
Dedicated Dine-In Experience
To make meals cozier and more complete, we launched a dine-in area—a warm space to enjoy clean broths, fresh herbs, and shareable dishes together.
2018 onward
Delivery Across Metro Manila
As demand grew, we partnered with third-party delivery platforms, sending Vietnamese comfort straight to homes and offices across Metro Manila—sarap that travels well.
Name Evolution
From Viet Taste to So Mot Vietnamese Cuisine
As we matured, our name evolved to So Mot Vietnamese Cuisine, reflecting our Vietnamese roots, Manila-friendly flavors, and a commitment to family-style, healthy-leaning meals.
July 2025
A Decade of So Mot in Manila
We marked 10 years in Manila, staying true to what guests love: clean, slow-simmered broths, fresh herb baskets, and fiber-rich sides that feel light-but-busog for family and barkada.
Signature Dishes to Try First
Special Beef Noodle Soup
Clear, layered broth, silky noodles, tender beef.
Special Hue Beef Noodle Soup
Central-Vietnam spice, lemongrass heat, rich yet bright.
Fresh Spring Rolls
Light, crunchy, and endlessly snackable.
Vietnamese Pork BBQ Sandwich
Clear, layered broth, silky noodles, tender beef.
Saigon Grilled Pork Chop Rice
Char-grilled meats, fried egg, and Fish Sauce.
Where to Find Us
We’re growing across Metro Manila. Visit your nearest Số Một branch, or order for delivery and enjoy Vietnamese comfort at home.
Where to Find Us
We’re growing across Metro Manila. Visit your nearest Số Một branch, or order for delivery and enjoy Vietnamese comfort at home.
