Philadelphia is home to a diverse array of spots serving up their own unique takes on pho. This is where you can get the best pho in Philly.
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
