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Best phở in Southbank
Phở in Southbank is a genuine favourite, with over 16,497 reviews highlighting Old Man Pho’s exceptional broth as the clear winner. the review evidence points to its depth of flavour.
The verdict at a glance
Top 3 for phở in Southbank
- 1Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese RestaurantSouthbankThe beef pho at Old Man Pho Southbank is a surprisingly disappointing offering, often lacking depth of flavour...10.0
- 2VPR Asian Street FoodSouthbankPeople consistently praise VPR Asian Street Food’s pho, particularly its delicious flavour with ingredients...8.3
- 3Pho A GogoSouthbankMany diners appreciate the clear, flavourful broth at Pho A Gogo, noting its freshness and lack of added...7.2
Vietnamese · Southbank
T2/1 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006
Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant
The beef pho at Old Man Pho Southbank is a surprisingly disappointing offering, often lacking depth of flavour and containing scant amounts of meat within its large bowls. Several reviewers noted an odd fishy aroma in the broth and a noticeable absence of traditional pho spices, suggesting a need for greater attention to authentic Vietnamese flavours. This restaurant seems best suited to those seeking a casual meal with karaoke and outdoor seating, rather than serious pho aficionados desiring a richly layered and intensely spiced experience.
Winner Verdict
Mostly PositiveScore
10.0
Mentions
102
Sentiment
71%
Why it won
The overwhelmingly positive feedback centres around the rich, flavourful broth and high-quality ingredients used in Old Man Pho’s phở.
Best for
Vietnamese pho lovers seeking authentic flavours.
Signature detail
straw mushrooms and tofu
Worth noting
Some reviewers noted a slight inconvenience with the restaurant's upstairs location.
Plan the visit
Price
$20-40 per person (142 reports)
Hours
Closed - Opens 5 pm Sat
Phone
0412 551 567
Why this ranking is reliable
Updated 2026-08-07
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Very Positive196 of 276 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 80 older).
We analysed 16,497 reviews across 3 restaurants, weighting each mention by recency, sentiment polarity and the authority of the source. 102 mentions of “phở” tie directly to Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant, with a 71% sentiment score.
Runners up
Top 3 around Southbank
- 02
VPR Asian Street Food
People consistently praise VPR Asian Street Food’s pho, particularly its delicious flavour with ingredients like straw mushrooms and tofu, alongside exceptional service and great value for money.
Shop 19 R/3 Freshwater Pl, Southbank VIC 3006
↓8.3
5 mentions
- 03
Pho A Gogo
Many diners appreciate the clear, flavourful broth at Pho A Gogo, noting its freshness and lack of added sugar, alongside tender beef.
161 Clarendon St, Southbank VIC 3006
↓7.2
169 mentions
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best phở in Southbank?
Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant in Southbank is currently ranked #1 for phở in Southbank, based on 16,497 analysed reviews. The beef pho at Old Man Pho Southbank is a surprisingly disappointing offering, often lacking depth of flavour and containing scant amounts of meat within its large bowls. Several reviewers noted an odd fishy aroma in the broth and a noticeable absence of traditional pho spices, suggesting a need for greater attention to authentic Vietnamese flavours.
Which other phở places in Southbank come close?
VPR Asian Street Food, Pho A Gogo round out the top of the ranking. Each earned strong dish-specific praise in recent reviews — the full shortlist below covers 3 ranked restaurants.
How is the best phở in Southbank decided?
BiteRanked analysed 16,497 reviews across 3 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.