Phinista – Vietnamese
The air at Phinista is thick with the rich, chocolatey aroma of traditional phin-dripped coffee, drawing guests into a vibrant space where modern flair meets soulful Vietnamese tradition. Velvety egg coffee and vibrant ube lattes offer a decadent contrast to the savory-sweet notes of sea salt-topped brews, perfectly paired with crusty baguettes overflowing with aromatic lemongrass steak or smoky BBQ pork. This lively cafe captures the essence of Saigon’s bustling energy, inviting visitors to linger over artisanal sips and the bright, bold flavors of expertly crafted banh mi.
96, Peterborough Street, Boston, MA, 02215 +16172627700 https://www.phinista.com/0Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, tlc, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Phinista
Dairy-Free at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Mom's Tofu Banh Mi and Vegan Strawberry Shortcake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 14 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Basque Cheesecake and Nutella Crepe. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Matcha Yuzu Sparkling and Phin Drip Black. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Opera Cake and Basque Cheesecake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Vegan Strawberry Shortcake and Phinista Pandan Bun. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 7 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Opera Cake and Basque Cheesecake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 3 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Vegan Strawberry Shortcake and Phinista Pandan Bun. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Phinista
Phinista in Boston has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Phin Drip Black. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Phinista
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Saigon Breakfast Banh Mi | 22 g | 19.8 g |
| Opera Cake | 77.3 g | 18.9 g |
| Vegan Strawberry Shortcake | 21.9 g | 14.7 g |
| Basque Cheesecake | 90.4 g | 5.3 g |
| Classic Cold Cut Banh Mi | 7.2 g | 4.5 g |
| Blueberry Muffin | 58.1 g | 3.5 g |
| Nutella Crepe | 17 g | 3.3 g |
| London Fog | 81.9 g | 2.5 g |
| Thai Tea | 4.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Latte | 8.5 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Menu
Vietnamese Coffee
- Phin Drip Black - $5: Traditional Phin Drip Black, Iced or Hot Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Phin Drip Latte - $5.75: Bold, smooth Vietnamese coffee balanced with sweet, creamy condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Vietnamese Egg Coffee - $7: Strong Vietnamese coffee with a velvety sweet foam of whisked egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Iced Saigonese Sea Salt Phin - $6.25: Cà phê Sữa with condensed milk, topped with signature foam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Phin Ube - $6.5: Cà phê Sữa and ube purée with a choice of milk Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Bánh Mì
- Grilled BBQ Chicken Banh Mi - $12.5: Aioli, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, Jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled BBQ Pork Banh Mi - $12.5: Aioli, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, Jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemongrass Steak Banh Mi - $12.5: Aioli, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, Jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mom's Tofu Banh Mi - $13.5: Five spice tofu, aioli, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, Jalapenos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Cold Cut Banh Mi - $11.5: Aioli, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, Jalapenos Available at: dinner, lunch
- Saigon Breakfast Banh Mi - $11.5: Fried eggs, aioli, pate, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, cilantro, jalapenos Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Bowls
- Lemongrass Steak Rice Bowl - $14.5: Rice, lemongrass steak, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl - $14.5: Rice, tofu, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled BBQ Chicken Salad Bowl - $12.5: Spring mix, cucumber, pickled carrots & daikon, scallion oil, fish sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
Pastries & Sweets
- Phinista Pandan Bun - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Muffin - $4.15 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Opera Cake - $8.75: Almond sponge, coffee syrup, espresso buttercream, dark chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Vegan Strawberry Shortcake - $8.75: Plant-based shortcake, fresh strawberries, dairy-free cream Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Basque Cheesecake - $9: Cream cheese and vanilla with caramelized crust (Weekends only) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly
Beverages
- Strawberry Matcha Latte - $6.25: Strawberry Purée and Matcha Latte
- Thai Tea - $5.75: Thai Tea with condensed milk and cream
- London Fog - $6: Earl grey with a choice of milk
- Latte - $5.25: Double Espresso with milk
- Matcha Yuzu Sparkling - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Crepes
- Mon Amour Crepe - $12.5: Nutella, strawberry, custard, walnut, whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutella Crepe - $10: Nutella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Phinista
- Is Phinista dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Phinista has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Mom's Tofu Banh Mi and Vegan Strawberry Shortcake.
- What can I eat at Phinista on a dairy-free diet?
- Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl, Mom's Tofu Banh Mi and Vegan Strawberry Shortcake carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Phinista have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Mom's Tofu Rice Bowl and Matcha Yuzu Sparkling.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Phinista?
- Saigon Breakfast Banh Mi, at roughly 19.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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