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Best pho in Southbank
Compare 3 ranked candidates for pho in Southbank, using the available dish evidence. Check the mentions, coverage and venue details before choosing.
Plan your visit to Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant
T2/1 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006
Restaurant price range: $20-40 per person. This is not a verified price for pho. Confirm opening hours and dish availability before travelling.
The verdict at a glance
Top 3 for pho in Southbank
- 1Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese RestaurantSouthbankThe rich, intensely flavored broth of Old Man Pho’s beef pho, brimming with tender slices of beef and a...10.0
- 2VPR Asian Street FoodSouthbankVPR Asian Street Food is a top-rated spot for pho in Southbank.8.3
- 3Pho A GogoSouthbankPho A Gogo is a top-rated spot for pho in Southbank.7.2
Vietnamese · Southbank
T2/1 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006
Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant
The rich, intensely flavored broth of Old Man Pho’s beef pho, brimming with tender slices of beef and a generous helping of fresh bean sprouts and herbs, offers a deeply comforting experience. Reviewers praise the restaurant's friendly staff, clean environment, and authentic Southern-style pho, particularly noting the delicious grilled meats and the satisfying texture of the Danang bread roll. Situated discreetly behind Southbank’s bustling bars and restaurants, Old Man Pho distinguishes itself with its genuinely vibrant Vietnamese flavors and relaxed, karaoke-friendly atmosphere.
Winner Verdict
Mostly PositiveScore
10.0
Mentions
102
Sentiment
71%
Plan the visit
Price
$20-40 per person (142 reports)
Hours
Closed - Opens 5 pm Sat
Phone
0412 551 567
Dated dish reviews
How it holds over time
Based on the recent feedback, Old Man Pho Southbank appears to be maintaining a reasonably positive reputation amongst diners. While the overall percentage of positive reviews remains similar to the earlier period, recent comments highlight a stronger focus on the quality of the pho, particularly describing the broth as rich and the beef tender.
1–4 years ago
70%
positive across 63 dated dish reviews
Last 12 months
70%
positive across 33 dated dish reviews
Evidence behind this ranking
Updated 2026-09-02
Collected review count: not separately recorded for every candidate in this ranking.
Dated Review Activity (last 24 months)
Very Positive196 of 276 mentions have usable recent dates (0 undated, 80 older).
This dataset contains 3 ranked candidates and 16,497 source-listed restaurant reviews. That total includes other dishes and is not the number of review texts collected. 102 recorded dish mentions are associated with Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant. Coverage is incomplete; a ranking is not a firsthand review.
How scores, review counts and update dates work →
Runners up
Top 3 around Southbank
- 02
VPR Asian Street Food
VPR Asian Street Food is a top-rated spot for pho in Southbank.
Shop 19 R/3 Freshwater Pl, Southbank VIC 3006
↓8.3
5 mentions
- 03
Pho A Gogo
Pho A Gogo is a top-rated spot for pho in Southbank.
161 Clarendon St, Southbank VIC 3006
↓7.2
169 mentions
Quick answers
Frequently asked questions
What is the best pho in Southbank?
Old Man Pho Southbank - Vietnamese Restaurant in Southbank is currently ranked #1 for pho in Southbank, among 3 candidates in our available dataset. The rich, intensely flavored broth of Old Man Pho’s beef pho, brimming with tender slices of beef and a generous helping of fresh bean sprouts and herbs, offers a deeply comforting experience. Reviewers praise the restaurant's friendly staff, clean environment, and authentic Southern-style pho, particularly noting the delicious grilled meats and the satisfying texture of the Danang bread roll.
Which other pho 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 pho in Southbank decided?
BiteRanked compares candidates using available restaurant ratings and dish mentions. Listing review totals are not collected review counts. Coverage is incomplete; the recorded ranking update is 2026-09-02. Read our methodology for scoring and limitations.