Warm up with the best pho in Newcastle & Lake Macquarie
Looking for a top-notch pho spot in Newcastle or Lake Macquarie to warm up with this winter? We’ve got you covered.
I have slurped my way through the Hunter’s most fragrant broths, twirled my chopsticks through the silkiest rice noodles, and happily stained a few shirts along the way, all in the name of finding the region’s most delectable bowls of pho. You could say I'm a little pho-natical about it!
From tucked-away food trucks to bustling local favourites, these are my tried-and-tested spots for an irresistible bowl of pho that tastes like a true slice of Vietnam.
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The Big Banh Mi
Banh mi may be their bread and butter, but this Newcastle kitchen is also dishing up a pho you won't want to miss. This city storefront serves a fragrant, herb-filled broth with silky rice noodles and tender slices of beef and chicken. It's the kind of hearty bowl that leaves you feeling warm, full, and satisfied.
Where: 1/122 Hunter St, Newcastle
Banh Mi 233
This relaxed Hunter Street Vietnamese street food kitchen knows how to serve filling, authentic pho. Choose from the tender rare beef pho, with melt-in-your-mouth slices of beef, or the spicy beef noodle soup that honours the bold flavours of Hue. Either way, you'll want to make room for a bowl.
Where: 233 Hunter St, Newcastle
Banh Mi Saigon Corner
Looking for an afternoon pho pick-me-up while running errands? Banh Mi Saigon Corner has you covered. Tucked inside Lake Macquarie Square, their rare beef pho and special house broth offer an aromatic escape from the to-do list. It's a hearty, satisfying bowl that tastes just as good takeaway as it does enjoyed in-store.
Where: 46 Wilsons Rd, Mount Hutton
The Pho Hamilton
Beaumont Street's genuine, unpretentious Vietnamese restaurant invites diners to settle in and warm up over a steaming bowl of pho. From rare beef and brisket pho to spicy beef noodle soup, the menu showcases fresh herbs, rich broths and comforting flavours that make for the perfect winter meal.
Where: 6/54 Beaumont St, Hamilton
Private Kitchen 44
Private Kitchen 44 puts a Chinese, gut health-focused spin on pho. Duck over to the Saint Augustine's Anglican Church car park to pick up a serving (or two) of their traditional Chinese-style beef pho or hometown-inspired sour and spicy pho, both featuring the kitchen's signature gut-healing bone broth. Every bowl is served fresh and with a warm smile.
Where: Car park, 37 Winsor St, Merewether
Sen on Hunter
For an elevated sit-down Vietnamese dining experience, Sen on Hunter serves steaming bowls of flavourful pho. Their tender beef brisket pho and fall-off-the-bone short rib pho are served in a clean, smoky broth that's both comforting and deeply satisfying.
Where: 267 Hunter St, Newcastle
Vietking
Nestled among lush greenery and colourful paper lanterns, this community-focused Vietnamese restaurant brings comforting classics and flavours to Darby Street. The special combination pho and spicy beef pho feature rich, aromatic broths that taste every bit as good as they smell.
Where: 116 Darby St, Cooks Hill
Viet Origin
If you're looking to be transported to the bustling streets of Hanoi, Viet Origin delivers an authentic Vietnamese dining experience in Newcastle. Their beef and chicken pho features light yet flavour-packed authentic broths, while the spicy combo beef pho delivers a satisfying kick. Generous portion sizes and the friendly, welcoming service will keep you coming back for more. Dare we say the best pho in the Hunter?
Where: 3/115 Darby St, Cooks Hill
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