Where To Find Perth’s Best Pho
When the temperatures drop, there’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of pho. Fragrant broth, silky rice noodles, fresh herbs and tender cuts of beef or chicken—it’s the kind of comfort food we crave all winter long.
Luckily, Perth is packed with incredible Vietnamese spots serving seriously good pho, from old-school family-run joints to modern noodle houses worth braving a queue for. Here are the spots worth slurping your way through.
Thanh Dat
425 William St, Northbridge WA 6003
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Thanh Dat has well and truly earned its reputation as one of Perth’s go-to pho spots. The standout is the beef short rib and bone marrow pho—a bold, ultra comforting bowl that’s worth every messy slurp—but honestly, you could point at almost any pho on the menu and leave happy. There’s everything from classic combinations to wagyu-loaded bowls that take things up a notch. Beyond the pho, the menu is stacked with traditional Vietnamese dishes passed down through generations, making this Northbridge favourite one you’ll keep coming back to.
Tra Vinh
49 Brisbane St, Perth WA 6000
Tra Vinh has long been one of Perth’s most beloved spots for pho, and while beef pho is the hero here, they keep things interesting with a lineup of variations. There’s everything from classic combination beef to beef ball pho and plenty more in between. Built on traditional recipes with a modern influence, the menu is packed with fresh, flavourful dishes that go well beyond the noodle soup too—though skipping the pho would be a rookie mistake.
Bunn Mee
112 Oxford St, Leederville WA 6007
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Bunn Mee might be best known for its wildly good banh mi, but the pho deserves just as much attention. The signature bowl comes loaded with bone marrow broth, medium rare beef skirt, beef tendon meatballs and handmade rice noodles—aka exactly what you want on a cold Perth day. Opened by former MasterChef contestant Jenny Lam and her family, the Leederville favourite brings a playful, modern energy to traditional Vietnamese street food. Inside, Hoi An-sourced lanterns glow overhead while the menu spans everything from crispy banh xeo to rice noodle salads, fresh juices and strong Vietnamese coffee. Nab a table outside on Oxford Street and settle in for a long, slurp-filled lunch.
Trang’s Vietnamese Cafe & Noodle House
Shop 11/70 Marangaroo Dr, Girrawheen WA 6064
If a pho spot is packed at lunchtime, you know you’re onto something—and Trang’s is almost always heaving. Hustle your way in, squeeze onto a table and get ready for generous portions and seriously good pho. Set in Girrawheen—one of Perth’s best suburbs for authentic Vietnamese eats—this long-time local favourite keeps things traditional, comforting and full of flavour every single time.
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Viet Hoa
1/349 William St, Perth WA 6000
A Northbridge institution, Viet Hoa has been serving traditional Vietnamese food in Perth for almost 40 years. Family owned and operated, the long-running favourite is known for its soul-warming pho, house-made noodles and house-roasted duck, with dishes prepared fresh to order every time. It’s almost always buzzing come dinner time, but once you taste that rich, fragrant broth, you’ll understand exactly why locals keep coming back.
Pho 447 Asian Kitchen
1/447 Cambridge St, Floreat WA 6014
After more than 23 years running the much-loved Dao Vien in Northbridge, the team behind Pho 447 brought their cult-followed pho to Floreat—and thankfully, the magic came with them. The space is tiny and often bustling, but one sip of the broth and you’ll understand the loyal following immediately. Deeply flavourful and made with the kind of care that only comes from decades in the game, it’s no surprise many still call this the best pho in Perth.
Sup So Good
3/297 William St, Northbridge WA 6003
Sup So Good does pho a little differently, and honestly, we’re into it. The hot stone pho is the move here—a DIY-style setup that arrives with bubbling broth and all the ingredients ready for you to cook your bowl exactly how you like it. Equal parts comforting meal and interactive dining experience, it’s the kind of spot that works just as well for a casual catch-up with mates as it does for a fun, slurp-filled date night.
Phi Yen
205 Brisbane St, Perth WA 6000
Phi Yen has been around for as long as we can remember, and honestly, Perth wouldn’t be the same without it. The family-owned Northbridge favourite has quietly built a loyal following thanks to its beautifully balanced pho, fresh rice vermicelli dishes and an all-round excellent menu that never misses. Unfussy, reliable and full of heart, it’s the kind of spot that quietly becomes part of your regular rotation.
Phong Dinh Noodle House
2/4 Progress St, Morley WA 6062
If you like having options, Phong Dinh Noodle House will keep you very happy. The menu is stacked with just about every Vietnamese dish you could think of, alongside seven different beef-based pho options to choose from. If the short rib pho is available, take that as your sign. Loaded with tender, slow-braised short ribs and a slow-simmered broth, it’s rich, comforting and exactly the kind of meal you’ll crave the second the weather cools down.
House of Pho
620 Beaufort St, Mount Lawley WA 6050
House of Pho is all about doing the Vietnamese comfort food classic properly. Tucked along Beaufort Street in Mount Lawley, the cosy spot serves up deeply fragrant broths simmered for hours, fresh herbs, quality ingredients and bowls brimming with warming flavour. The best part? There are 14 different pho options to choose from, spanning everything from shredded chicken and hearty beef bowls to vegetarian and kid-friendly options, so everyone’s covered.
Pho Phong
7/70 Marangaroo Dr, Girrawheen WA 6064
Yet another Girrawheen favourite, Pho Phong has built a cult following that sees people flocking in from all corners of Perth for a bowl. The broth is the real standout here—rich, aromatic and packed with flavour to the very last spoonful. Order the rare beef pho and thank us later; the tender slices practically melt in your mouth.
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