The winner · Analysed 1,667 reviews● Updated 2026-08-07

Best phở in South Melbourne

Name: Pho Om
Address: 219 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, South Melbourne, AU
Telephone: 03) 7014 4726
Price range: $1-20 per person

Across 1667 South Melbourne reviews, Pho Om stands out with a remarkable 10/10 score, largely due to consistently praised rich broths and tender beef – a clear indicator of authentic Vietnamese flavour.

The verdict at a glance

Top 5 for phở in South Melbourne

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1Pho OmSouth MelbournePho at Pho Om is a standout, with reviewers consistently praising the rich and intensely flavourful broth –...10.0
2Pho Vietnam YummySouth MelbourneThe pho at Pho Vietnam Yummy is consistently praised for its rich, aromatic broth and tender beef, often...10.0
3W Pho VietnameseSouth MelbourneThe broth at W Pho Vietnamese is consistently praised for being rich, aromatic and incredibly soothing...10.0
4Huy's KitchenSouth MelbournePeople consistently praise Huy’s Kitchen’s pho for its delicious, flavourful broth and fresh ingredients...9.9
5Pho 121South MelbourneThe fragrant and herbal pho, particularly the beef brisket and broth, is consistently praised as sensational...9.5

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#1 Ranked

Vietnamese · South Melbourne

219 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205

Pho Om

Pho at Pho Om is a standout, with reviewers consistently praising the rich and intensely flavourful broth – one diner even described it as incredibly satisfying, drinking every last drop. However, some found the pho lacked the traditional taste compared to other Vietnamese restaurants they’d tried, highlighting a potential difference in flavour profiles. This restaurant seems ideal for those seeking an authentic and quickly served bowl of pho, particularly those appreciative of generous portions and well-presented menus within South Melbourne.

Winner Verdict

Very Positive

Score

10.0

Mentions

Sentiment

92%

Rich aromatic brothTender beef brisketFresh herbsFragrant flavours

Why it won

Reviewers overwhelmingly highlight the exceptional quality of the broth, frequently complemented by fresh ingredients and generous portions.

Best for

A comforting and flavorful pho experience.

Signature detail

The deeply aromatic broth

Worth noting

Some reviewers noted inconsistencies in meat preparation or occasional flavour imbalances within the broth.

Plan the visit

Price

$1-20 per person (63 reports)

Hours

Closed - Opens 12 pm Sat

Phone

03) 7014 4726

$1-20 per person

Why this ranking is reliable

Updated 2026-08-07

Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)

Very Positive

176 of 290 mentions have usable recent dates (4 undated, 110 older).

PositiveNegative

We analysed 1,667 reviews across 7 restaurants, weighting each mention by recency, sentiment polarity and the authority of the source. 26 mentions of “phở” tie directly to Pho Om, with a 92% sentiment score.

Runners up

Top 7 around South Melbourne

02
Pho Vietnam Yummy
The pho at Pho Vietnam Yummy is consistently praised for its rich, aromatic broth and tender beef, often accompanied by fresh herbs.
1 Bank St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
10.0
82 mentions
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03
W Pho Vietnamese
The broth at W Pho Vietnamese is consistently praised for being rich, aromatic and incredibly soothing, alongside generous portion sizes of chicken pho.
51 Buckhurst St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
10.0
40 mentions
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04
Huy's Kitchen
People consistently praise Huy’s Kitchen’s pho for its delicious, flavourful broth and fresh ingredients, including basil, bean sprouts, and lemon.
261 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
9.9
41 mentions
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05
Pho 121
The fragrant and herbal pho, particularly the beef brisket and broth, is consistently praised as sensational and authentically delicious, mirroring Vietnamese flavours.
121 Moray St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
9.5
9 mentions
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06
PHO DUNG
The deeply aromatic and flavourful broth is a standout feature, with many praising its comforting warmth and fresh ingredients.
219 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
8.8
68 mentions
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07
Ba Ba Rolls
The pho at Ba Ba Rolls, particularly when paired with roasted duck, is praised for generous meat portions and flavourful broth.
Shop 10/322 Coventry St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
8.0
24 mentions
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Review guide

The evidence behind the best phở in South Melbourne

This phở guide for South Melbourne compares 7 restaurants using 1667 review signals, dish mentions, and diner sentiment. Pho Om leads on The deeply aromatic broth, while the shortlist shows where other highly rated bowls stand out.

Reviews

1,667+

Restaurants

Updated

2026-08-07

Why the winner leads

Why Pho Om ranks #1 for phở

Reviewers overwhelmingly highlight the exceptional quality of the broth, frequently complemented by fresh ingredients and generous portions.

26 review mentions feed into the winner score
The strongest dish-specific praise centres on The deeply aromatic broth
Common praise includes Rich aromatic broth, Tender beef brisket, Fresh herbs, Fragrant flavours

How the shortlist compares

Where the other top phở spots stand out

The runner-up list gives diners a useful spread rather than a single answer. Pho Vietnam Yummy, W Pho Vietnamese, Huy's Kitchen, Pho 121 each show different strengths in the review evidence, from flavour and consistency to service, setting, or value. They do not displace Pho Om, but they help explain where the broader South Melbourne shortlist is strongest.

Pho Vietnam Yummy: The pho at Pho Vietnam Yummy is consistently praised for its rich, aromatic broth and tender beef, often accompanied by fresh herbs. However, some ind
W Pho Vietnamese: The broth at W Pho Vietnamese is consistently praised for being rich, aromatic and incredibly soothing, alongside generous portion sizes of chicken ph
Huy's Kitchen: People consistently praise Huy’s Kitchen’s pho for its delicious, flavourful broth and fresh ingredients, including basil, bean sprouts, and lemon. Ho
Pho 121: The fragrant and herbal pho, particularly the beef brisket and broth, is consistently praised as sensational and authentically delicious, mirroring Vi

How to choose

Choosing phở in South Melbourne

Use the ranking as a starting point, then match it to the kind of meal you want. Higher mention counts point to restaurants where diners specifically discuss phở, while sentiment and snippets help separate strong dish praise from general restaurant approval. If you care most about the dish itself, prioritise venues with clear review evidence rather than only the highest overall profile.

Prioritise venues with specific dish mentions
Use runner-up summaries to match flavour, setting, and value
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Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

What is the best phở in South Melbourne?

Pho Om in South Melbourne is currently ranked #1 for phở in South Melbourne, based on 1,667 analysed reviews. Pho at Pho Om is a standout, with reviewers consistently praising the rich and intensely flavourful broth – one diner even described it as incredibly satisfying, drinking every last drop. However, some found the pho lacked the traditional taste compared to other Vietnamese restaurants they’d tried, highlighting a potential difference in flavour profiles.

Which other phở places in South Melbourne come close?

Pho Vietnam Yummy, W Pho Vietnamese, Huy's Kitchen round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 7 ranked restaurants.

How is the best phở in South Melbourne decided?

BiteRanked analysed 1,667 reviews across 7 restaurants, scoring each on dish-specific mentions, review sentiment, and recency. Rankings are re-checked as new reviews arrive; this page was last updated 2026-08-07.