The diversity in Philly comes alive in the food scene, which offers a delightful blend of flavors, and one dish that stands out is pho — a fragrant Vietnamese noodle soup that is perfect for the upcoming cold weather.
Le Viet
Le Viet was established in 2010 and is a Vietnamese restaurant located in South Philadelphia. It is an upscale, modern restaurant that offers traditional flavors.
What to get: Bo Xao Xa Ot (Beef Lemongrass)
Location: 1019 S. 11th St., Philadelphia
Phone: 215-463-1570
Vietnam Restaurant
Established by the Lai family in 1984, Vietnam Restaurant has introduced Philadelphia diners to a James Beard Award-winning destination that offers a dozen pho varieties. It’s the perfect spot for a delicious bowl of soup.
What to get: Duck noodle soup
Location: 221 North 11th St., Philadelphia
Phone: 215-592-1163
Main Street Pho
The chefs at Main Street Pho care about quality ingredients and creative ways to showcase them. Founded in 2018, they are a small locally owned business striving to give guests the most authentic flavors from Vietnam.
What to get: Seafood noodle pho
Location: 4307 Main St., Philadelphia
Phone: 215-876-6811
Cafe Nhan
Owned and operated by Nhạn and her son, Andrew, Cafe Nhạn in south Philadelphia offers locals traditional Vietnamese comfort dishes. Known for its flavorful dishes, it offers a welcoming experience that captures the essence of Vietnamese culture right in the heart of the city.
What to get: bún bò Huế đặc biệt (bun bo hue dac biet)
Location: 1606 W. Passyunk Ave., Philadelphia
Phone: 215-551-2407
Pho-losophy
Traditional Vietnamese cuisine is highly regarded for its use of fresh ingredients, limited dairy and oil and a focus on herbs and vegetables. By balancing fresh herbs with meats and selectively incorporating spices for a refined flavor, Pho-losophy is bringing vibrant and fresh flavors to Narberth.
What to get: Tofu vegan pho
Phone: 610-881-5111
Location: 226 Haverford Ave., Narberth
