Mekong Vietnamese Restaurant

Name: Mekong Vietnamese Restaurant
Address: Rome
Price range: €1.2 - €30

★ 4.6 (994) $$Moderate

Appetizers

Diced fried tofu with spicy five spices

Dadini di tofu fritto alle cinque spezie piccanti

Diced fried tofu flavored with five spices Đậu chiên ngũ vị

Fried tofu cubes seasoned with a five-spice blend. They have a crispy exterior and soft interior. A tantalizing and aromatic appetizer.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Slices of chicken meatloaf(*) with white pepper - 4pcs

Fettine di polpettone di pollo(*) al pepe bianco - 4pz

Slices of chicken meatloaf with white pepper (4pcs) Chả gà rân (4 lát)

Slices of chicken meatloaf flavored with white pepper. Served fried or cooked, they have a delicate yet spicy taste. Typically consumed as an appetizer.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Rice starch pastry balls with chicken(*) spiced with ginger, steamed, wrapped in lotus leaves - 2pcs

Bocconcini ripieni di riso d'amido con pollo(*) speziati con zenzero, cotti al vapore, avvolti in sfoglia di loto - 2pz

Chicken & sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaves steamed (2pcs) Xôi gà bọc lá sen hấp (2 chiếc)

Ginger-flavored glutinous rice and chicken, wrapped in lotus leaves and steamed. The lotus leaf imparts a unique herbaceous aroma. Sticky and flavorful texture.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Dumplings of rice pastry filled with shrimp(*), chicken(*), Asian mushrooms, and bamboo - 4pcs

Bocconcini di sfoglia di riso in umido ripieni di gamberi(*), pollo(*), funghi asiatici e bambù - 4pz

Fresh balls with shrimps, chicken, mushrooms & bamboo (4pcs) Gói bọc tôm gà với nấm hương và măng tre (4 chiếc)

Rice flour dumplings filled with a mix of shrimp, chicken, and vegetables. Stewed, they are soft and juicy. A classic Vietnamese dim sum.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Steamed rice flour cannelloni with fresh vegetables, flavored with green onion, spiced with ginger and lemon grass - 2pcs

Cannelloni di farina di riso al vapore con verdure fresche, aromatizzate con cipollina verde, speziati con zenzero e lemon grass - 2pz

Steamed rice pancake with vegetables (2pcs) Bánh nậm chay (2 chiếc)

Steamed rice paper rolls filled with vegetables. Delicate and silky, flavored with fresh herbs. Enjoyed dipped in a light sauce.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Steamed rice flour cannelloni with shrimp(*), fragrant white rice, flavored with green onion and fresh mint - 2pcs

Cannelloni di farina di riso al vapore con gamberi(*), riso bianco profumato, aromatizzati con cipollina verde e menta fresca - 2pz

Steamed rice pancake with sticky rice and shrimp (2pcs) Bánh nậm hải sản với tôm trộn xôi nếp (2 chiếc)

Variation of rice cannelloni with shrimp filling and glutinous rice. Fresh mint adds a refreshing touch. Soft texture and savory taste.

€7 ≈ $8.00

Introductory Specialty Salads

Salads specialties - Các món xa lát (*) Frozen products - thực phẩm đông lạnh

Salad with lettuce, carrots, chicken(*), shrimp, and pineapple, peanuts, fresh mint, oil, Nuoc Mam fish sauce

Insalata con lattuga, carote, pollo(*), gamberi e ananas, arachidi, menta fresca, olio, salsa di pesce Nuoc Mam

Mixed salad: lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, fennel, bean sprouts, peanuts, pine nuts, fresh mint Xa lát tôm gà

Fresh Vietnamese salad with chicken, shrimp, and pineapple. Dressed with traditional Nuoc Mam (fish sauce) and crunchy peanuts. A perfect balance of sweet, salty, and sour.

€10 ≈ $12.00

Salad with fruit, lettuce, carrots, mango, pineapple, lychees, peanuts, white sesame seeds, fresh mint, oil, Nuoc Mam fish sauce

Insalata con frutta, lattuga, carote, mango, ananas, litchis, arachidi, sesamo bianco, menta fresca, olio, salsa di pesce Nuoc Mam

Fruit salad with lettuce, carrots, mango, pineapple, lychee, peanuts, fresh mint Xa lát hoa quả trộn

Exotic salad combining tropical fruits like mango and lychee with fresh vegetables. Enriched with toasted peanuts and fish sauce. Fresh, sweet, and aromatic.

€10 ≈ $12.00

GREEN salad: lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, fennel, bean sprouts, salted peanuts, pine nuts, and mint in Nuoc Mam fish sauce

Insalata VERDE: lattuga, cetrioli, carote, pomodoro, finocchio, germogli di soia, arachidi salate, pinoli e menta in salsa di pesce Nuoc Mam

Green salad: lettuce, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, fennel, bean sprouts, peanuts, pine nuts, fresh mint Xa lát rau xanh

Mixed vegetarian salad with crunchy vegetables and bean sprouts. Dressed with Nuoc Mam sauce, peanuts, and pine nuts. Light and refreshing.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Soup Specialties

Soup specialties - Các món xúp (*) Frozen products - thực phẩm đông lạnh

PHO BO CHIN HANOI: Beef broth soup with rice fettuccine and boiled beef slices, spiced with coriander, lemon grass, star anise, and black pepper...

PHO BO CHIN HANOI: Zuppa di brodo di manzo con fettuccine di riso e tranci di manzo bolliti, speziata con coriandolo, lemon grass, anice stellato e pepe nero...

MEDIUM BOWL "Pho" traditional Vietnamese soup with beef (Medium bowl) Phở bò chín Hà Nội (Bát nhỏ)

The national Vietnamese soup in a medium version. Aromatic beef broth with spices like star anise and cinnamon, served with rice noodles and meat. To be enjoyed hot with fresh herbs.

€10 ≈ $12.00

PHO BO CHIN HANOI: LARGE PHO BOWL

PHO BO CHIN HANOI: GRANDE PHO TAZZA GRANDE

"Pho" traditional Vietnamese soup with beef (Big bowl) Phở bò chín Hà Nội (Bát to)

The classic Pho Bo soup in a large portion. Rich broth, abundant rice noodles, and beef. A complete and hearty meal.

€17 ≈ $20.00

PHO HAI SAN: Seafood soup (squids, shrimp, and prawns) with rice fettuccine, spiced with coconut milk, lemon grass, and coriander (spicy option with fresh red chili)

PHO HAI SAN: Zuppa ai frutti di mare (calamari, gamberi e mazzancolle) con fettuccine di riso, speziata con latte di cocco, lemon grass e coriandolo (opzione piccante con peperoncino rosso fresco)

Mixed seafood soup: squids, shrimps with rice noodles, coconut milk, lemon grass and coriander (spicy option: with fresh chili) Phở hải sản: tôm, mực với nước cốt dừa (lựa chọn cay với ớt tươi)

Rice noodle soup with seafood and coconut milk. Creamy, aromatic, and slightly sweet thanks to the coconut. Can be made spicy upon request.

€12 ≈ $14.00

BUN THANG HANOI: Rice noodle soup, with spicy pork meatballs, pineapple and egg omelet, lemon juice, spiced with lemon grass and coriander

BUN THANG HANOI: Zuppa di spaghetti di riso, con polpettine di maiale speziate, ananas e frittatina di uovo, succo di limone, speziata con lemon grass e coriandolo

Traditional Vietnamese soup with pork meatball, pineapple and lemon juice Bun thang Hanoi

Traditional Hanoi soup with rice noodles (bun), meatballs, and egg. The broth is enriched with pineapple and lemon juice for a fresh and slightly sour taste.

€10 ≈ $12.00

CANH CA CHUA: Spicy fish soup (sea bass) with cherry tomatoes, pineapple, lime juice, tamarind extract, flavored with fresh mint (coriander on request) served with a bowl of fragrant white rice

CANH CA CHUA: Zuppa di pesce (branzino) piccante con pomodoro pachino, ananas, succo di lime, estratto di succo di tamarindo, aromatizzata con menta fresca (a richiesta coriandolo) servita con ciotola di riso bianco profumato

Traditional fish soup with tomatoes, tamarind and lime Canh cá chua nấu me, dứa, ớt và cà chua

Fish soup with a typical Vietnamese sweet and sour flavor, thanks to tamarind and pineapple. Slightly spicy and very aromatic. Served with a separate bowl of white rice.

€14 ≈ $16.00

MIEN GA NAU MANG: Soy vermicelli soup with chicken(*), spicy, with Asian mushrooms and bamboo, flavored with fresh mint

MIEN GA NAU MANG: Zuppa di vermicelli di soia con pollo(*), speziata, con funghi asiatici e bambù, aromatizzata con menta fresca

Traditional vermicelli soup with chicken, bamboo and fresh mint Miến gà nấu măng

Soup with transparent soy vermicelli, chicken, and bamboo. The bamboo provides a unique crunchy texture. Light and fragrant broth.

€9 ≈ $10.00

BUN CHAY NAU RAU: Buddhist vegetable soup spiced with ginger (vegetables: carrots, zucchini, bean sprouts, cabbage, broccoli, and tofu)

BUN CHAY NAU RAU: Zuppa di verdure buddista speziata con zenzero (verdure: carote, zucchine, germogli di soia, verza, broccoli, e tofu)

Vegetables soup with rice noodle Bún chay nấu rau

Buddhist-style vegetarian soup with rice noodles and abundant mixed vegetables and tofu. Spiced with ginger for a warming effect. Light and healthy.

€8 ≈ $9.00

MI TAM VI: Beef broth soup, with yellow noodles "MI TOM", filled with slices of chicken meatloaf(*), shrimp(*), beef, and vegetables (spinach, lettuce, cherry tomatoes), flavored with green onion, spiced with fresh coriander

MI TAM VI: Zuppa in brodo di manzo, con fettuccine gialle "MI TOM", ripiena di fettine di polpettone di pollo(*), gamberi(*), manzo e verdure (spinaci, lattuga, pomodoro pachino), aromatizzata con cipollina verde, speziata con coriandolo fresco

Mixed seafood soup: rice noodle with beef, chicken and shrimps Mì tam vị: bò, gà, tôm

Rich soup with yellow noodles, beef, chicken meatballs, and shrimp. A complete dish with flavorful broth and mixed vegetables. Complex and satisfying taste.

€14 ≈ $16.00

Rice noodle specialties

Rice noodles specialties - Các món bún, miến, phở xào (*) Frozen products - thực phẩm đông lạnh

Stir-fried rice fettuccine with beef and mixed vegetables (bean sprouts, carrots, zucchini, bamboo, cabbage, mushrooms) with ginger and coriander and lime

Fettuccine di riso saltate con manzo con verdure miste (germogli di soia, carote, zucchine, bambu, verza e funghi), ricoperte da arachidi tritate e coriandolo fresco e lime

Fried rice noodles with beef and vegetables Phở xào thịt bò và rau tươi

Stir-fried rice fettuccine in a wok with beef and crispy vegetables. Garnished with peanuts and coriander for a touch of crunchiness and freshness. Similar to Pad Thai but with Vietnamese flavors.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Stir-fried rice fettuccine with shrimp and mixed vegetables (bean sprouts, carrots, zucchini, bamboo, cabbage, and mushrooms), topped with chopped peanuts and fresh coriander and lime (*)

Fettuccine di riso saltate con gamberi con verdure miste (germogli di soia, carote, zucchine, bambu, verza e funghi), ricoperte da arachidi tritate e coriandolo fresco e lime (*)

Fried rice noodle with shrimps and vegetables Phở xào tôm và rau tươi

Shrimp version of stir-fried rice fettuccine. Rich in vegetables and aromatic flavors. Served with a splash of lime.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Stir-fried rice fettuccine with vegetables (Buddhist tradition without Nuoc Mam fish sauce, with vegan option: wok no egg): bean sprouts, carrots, zucchini, bamboo, cabbage, and mushrooms, topped with chopped peanuts and fresh coriander and lime

Fettuccine di riso saltate con verdure (tradizione Buddista senza salsa di pesce Nuoc Mam, con opzione vegana: wok no uovo): germogli di soia, carote, zucchine, bambu, verza e funghi, ricoperte da arachidi tritate e coriandolo fresco e lime

Fried rice noodles with vegetables Phở xào chay với rau tươi

Vegetarian dish of stir-fried rice fettuccine. Prepared without fish sauce to respect Buddhist tradition. Rich in mixed vegetables and peanuts.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Crispy fried rice noodles with shredded beef in traditional sauce, spiced with ginger and fresh coriander

Frittura di spaghetti di riso croccanti con straccetti di manzo in salsa tradizionale, speziata con zenzero e coriandolo fresco

Crunchy fried noodles topped with sautéed beef and vegetables Miến chiên giòn trộn với thịt bò xào rau, gừng và hành hoa

Rice noodles fried until crispy, served with a topping of beef in sauce. An interesting contrast between the crispy base and the soft, juicy topping.

€9 ≈ $10.00

Stir-fried rice fettuccine with Vietnamese sausage, mixed vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bean sprouts, bamboo, cabbage, mushrooms) with ginger and coriander and lime

Spaghetti di riso saltati con salsiccia vietnamita, verdure miste (carote, zucchine, germogli di soia, bambu, verza, funghi e tofu) con zenzero e coriandolo e lime

Fried rice noodles with Vietnamese sausages and vegetables Bún xào với lạp xưởng và rau tươi

Stir-fried rice fettuccine with typical Vietnamese sausage (lap cheong), which has a sweet and spicy flavor. Enriched with vegetables and tofu.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Spicy soy vermicelli stir-fried with shrimp, flavored with green onion, spiced with fresh red chili

Vermicelli di soia piccanti saltati con gamberi aromatizzati con cipollina verde, speziati con peperoncino rosso fresco

Fried vermicelli with shrimps and chili sauces Miến xào cay với tôm, hành hoa và ớt tươi

Transparent soy vermicelli stir-fried with shrimp. The dish is decidedly spicy due to fresh chili. Light but rich in flavor.

€9 ≈ $10.00

QUICK LUNCH - SINGLE DISH

quick lunch - mixed plate Cơm đĩa ăn trưa DRINKS EXCLUDED / Monday to Friday, excluding holidays and weekends

1. Stir-fried rice fettuccine with beef / Beef with five spices / White Rice

1 Fettuccine di riso saltate con manzo / Manzo alle cinque spezie / Riso Bianco

Fried rice noodles with beef and vegetables - Sautéed beef with five spices served in a pot - white rice Phở xào bò - Bò xào ngũ vị - Cơm trắng

A single lunch dish combining stir-fried fettuccine, a spicy beef stew, and white rice. A varied and balanced meal.

€8 ≈ $9.00

1. Stir-fried rice fettuccine with vegetables / Stewed tofu / White Rice

2 Fettuccine di riso saltate con verdure / Stufato di tofu / Riso Bianco

Fried rice noodles with vegetables - Tofu sautéed with vegetables and fresh tomatoes – white rice Phở xào rau - Đậu phụ xào - Cơm trắng

Vegetarian option of the single dish. Includes vegetable fettuccine, flavorful stewed tofu, and steamed white rice.

€8 ≈ $9.00

1. Stir-fried rice fettuccine with shrimp / Calamari with lemon grass and red chili / White Rice

3 Fettuccine di riso saltate con gamberi / Calamari al lemon grass e peperoncino rosso / Riso Bianco

Fried rice noodle with shrimps and vegetables - Squids with lemon grass, red chili, peanuts and fresh mint – white rice Phở xào tôm - Mực xào xả ớt - Cơm trắng

Seafood single dish. Combines shrimp fettuccine, spicy lemon grass calamari, and white rice. Fresh and spicy.

€8 ≈ $9.00

Vegetarian/Vegan Buddhist Temple Menu

Vegetarian/Vegan Menu of the Buddhist Temple / Thực đơn chay - Vegetable spring rolls (2pcs / Nem chay 2 chiếc) - Spicy fried vegetable balls - 2pcs (Rau viên rán 2 chiếc) - Buddhist vegetable soup with rice vermicelli (Bún chay) - Fresh tofu sautéed with celery and red capsicum (Đậu phụ tươi xào cần tây và ớt chuông) - Mixed vegetables sautéed with ginger (Rau thập cẩm xào gừng) - Eggplants fried with chili sauce, garlic and spring onion (Cà tím tẩm bột chiên giòn, xào với tương ớt) - Steamed rice (Cơm trắng)

Vegetarian/Vegan Buddhist Temple Menu

Menù del Tempio Buddista Vegetariano/Vegano

A complete tasting menu inspired by Buddhist temple cuisine. Includes a variety of appetizers, soups, and main courses based on vegetables and tofu. Ideal for discovering Vietnamese vegetarian cuisine.

€30 ≈ $35.00

DRINKS

DRINKS - THỨC UỐNG

Still water 1L

Acqua naturale lt1

Still water 1ltr - Nước khoáng không ga

Large bottle of still water.

€3 ≈ $3.00

Sparkling Water 1L

Acqua effervescente lt1

Sparkling water 1ltr - Nước khoáng có ga

Large bottle of sparkling water.

€3 ≈ $3.00

Coca Cola Bottle 1L

Coca Cola bottiglia lt1

Coca btl 1ltr / chai 1 lit

Large bottle of Coca Cola, one liter.

€5.50 ≈ $6.00

Sprite Can 33 cl

Sprite lattina cl 33

Sprite 33 cl

Can of Sprite.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Coca Cola 33 cl

Coca 33 cl

Can of Coca Cola.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Coca Zero Can 33 cl

Coca Zero lattina cl 33

Can of Coca Cola Zero sugar-free.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Fanta Can 33 cl

Fanta lattina cl 33

Can of orange Fanta.

€2 ≈ $2.00

Singha Thai Beer 66 cl

Birra Thailandese Singha cl 66

Singha Thai Beer 66 cl

Thai lager beer in a large bottle. Bold and refreshing taste.

€6 ≈ $7.00

Singha Thai Beer 33 cl

Birra Thailandese Singha cl 33

Singha Thai Beer 33 cl

Thai lager beer in a small bottle.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Asahi Japanese Beer 55 cl

Birra Giapponese Asaki cl 55

Asahi Japanese Beer 55 cl

Japanese Asahi 'Super Dry' Beer. Dry, clean, and refreshing.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Asahi Japanese Beer 33 cl

Birra Giapponese Asaki cl 33

Asahi Japanese Beer 33 cl

Japanese Asahi beer in a small format.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

Tsingtao Chinese Beer 66 cl

Birra Cinese Tsingtao cl 66

Tsingtao Chinese Beer 66 cl

Chinese lager beer, light and easy to drink. Very popular.

€4 ≈ $5.00

Peroni Italian Beer 66 cl

Birra Italiana Peroni cl 66

Peroni Italian Beer 66 cl

Classic Italian beer.

€5 ≈ $6.00

Tea: Jasmine - Green - Red

Tè: Jasmino - Verde - Rosso

Tea: Jasmine - Green - Red Trà: trà nhài - trà xanh - trà đỏ

Selection of classic teas served in a teapot. Choose from jasmine (fragrant), green (herbal), or red (fermented).

€2~ ≈ $2.00

Vietnamese Green Tea (if available)

Tè verde Vietnamita (se disponibile)

Vietnamese green tea (if available) Trà xanh Việt Nam (nếu có)

Special green tea imported from Vietnam. It has a more intense and slightly bitter flavor than common green teas.

€3~ ≈ $3.00

Espresso - Cà phê Ý

Classic Italian espresso coffee.

€1.20 ≈ $1.00

Coffee: Sambuca-spiked

Caffè: corretto alla Sambuca

Espresso coffee with a shot of Sambuca liqueur.

€1.70 ≈ $2.00

Coffee: Decaffeinated

Caffè: Decaffeinato

Decaffeinated espresso coffee.

€1.40 ≈ $2.00

Vietnamese Coffee: black or with condensed milk (if available)

Caffè Vietnamita: nero o con latte condensato (se disponibile)

Vietnamese coffee - Cà phê Việt Nam Black or with condensed milk (if available) Cà phê đen hoặc nâu (nếu có)

Famous Vietnamese coffee prepared with the 'phin' filter. Dense, strong, and chocolatey. Traditionally served with sweet condensed milk at the bottom.

€3.50 ≈ $4.00

Mekong Distillate

Distillato Mekong

Distilled spirit from sugar cane / Rượu mía

Distilled spirit from sugar cane. A strong and aromatic liquor, similar to agricultural rum but with Asian notes.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Mekong House Distillate

Distillato della casa Mekong

Special house liqueur.

€4.50 ≈ $5.00

Other Asian Distillates

Altri distillati Asiatici