Craving noodles in piping hot broth? We give you the full lowdown on the best spots for pho in Singapore.
Pho is arguably the most iconic export of Vietnamese cuisine. And we all know what goes into a bowl. Tender beef slices, super tasty broth, rice noodles, spices like cinnamon and star anise, a dash of lime and fish sauce… But we also know a solid rendition of this noodle soup dish can’t just be found anywhere. Here’s where to go for your fill of pho in Singapore. Don’t read this on an empty stomach!
Best places for pho in Singapore
1. Co Hai Banh Mi & Pho Vietnamese Restaurant
Co Hai Banh Mi is unassuming when you first see it, but dive into the menu and you’ll discover what a gem it is. It’s a popular spot for banh mis (if you couldn’t tell), and the restaurant prides itself on baking all its baguettes in-house daily. But don’t sleep on the pho here. Served piping hot with sliced beef, slurp it up on a rainy night for a true sense of comfort.
Co Hai Banh Mi & Pho Vietnamese Restaurant, 359 Beach Road, Singapore 199575
2. Pho Stop
Want more beef than noodles? Your wish is granted at Pho Stop. Using ribeye for its beef pho, the broth here is packed with rich flavours. We say go for the beef feast combo to enjoy the ultimate pho meal, which includes brisket, ribeye and meatballs. Top off your Vietnamese meal with fresh summer rolls stuffed with prawns and chicken, plus a cup of iced coffee!
Pho Stop, #02-28, Downtown Gallery, 6A Shenton Way, Singapore 068815
3. 341 Beach Road Pho
Run by two Ho Chi Minh City-born chefs is 341 Beach Road Pho. After spending time working in Singapore, the duo decided to pursue a venture of their own, which is how the humble hawker stall came to be. Besides bowls of beef pho, remember to order some spring rolls (fried or fresh) and garlic cockles to share!
341 Beach Road Pho, #01-06, 341 Beach Road, Singapore 199567
4. Little Saigon
Missing Ho Chin Minh? Well, it’s no Mekong River, but the Singapore River is home to a Vietnamese joint that might just do the trick. Little Saigon slings out well-executed Vietnamese culinary delights like green papaya salad, spring rolls, and pho with toppings like beef, chicken, and pork meatballs. We also hear it’s quite the party hotspot, so if you’re looking for a fun night out, we have your winner.
Little Saigon, #01-02, 3E River Valley Road, Singapore 179024
5. Mrs Pho
For your perfect pho fix, this is the place to be. The broth of the simple (yet satisfying) sliced beef pho has a balanced sweetness to it and is surprisingly light. So light, we won’t mind helping ourselves to a second round. For sharing plates, try the crunchy fried spring rolls and Mrs Pho cockles, a dish that warms the cockles of our hearts!
Mrs Pho, multiple locations including Bussorah Street and Rangoon Road
6. Fat Saigon Boy
Popular in the Vietnamese food scene, Fat Saigon Boy will hook you up with steaming bowls of beef, BBQ chicken strips and vegetarian fried tofu pho. Fans of Vietnamese cuisine will find all your favourites here! But you might be surprised to discover the restaurant’s Australian roots when you chance upon creations like Vietnamese nachos with spicy pulled pork and trifle-style tiramisu.
Fat Saigon Boy, multiple locations including Biopolis Road and Science Park
7. So Pho
Here’s another popular Vietnamese franchise that has taken over the local dining scene with over 15 branches across the island, including heartland areas like Serangoon, Woodlands and Yishun. So if you’re in need for a quick pho fix, chances are, there’s a So Pho right around the corner.
So Pho, multiple locations including Marina Bay Sands and Paragon
8. Long Phung
This no-frills joint in Joo Chiat is perpetually packed to the brim. For a real treat, order the pho dac biet, which comes with beef slices, beef balls, beef brisket and a raw egg. Not to mention, there’s a wide array of lesser-known Vietnamese dishes like bun cha (a combination of noodles and grilled pork served with a flavourful broth) and bun bo hue (spicy beef soup).
Long Phung, 159 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427436
9. Pho Street
With outlets scattered all over the island (and even across the Causeway), this accessible eatery makes satiating your pho craving a breeze. Its standout dish is hands down the signature pho beef combination, which sees five types of beef – tripe, slices, shank, tendon and meatballs. Avoid the food coma with an invigorating cup of iced Vietnamese coffee. Trust us, it’ll help you pull through the midday slump.
Pho Street, multiple locations including Galaxis and Westgate
10. Moc Quan
The folks at Moc Quan keep things authentic by flying in ingredients from Vietnam on a weekly basis. And they’ve even imported a whole oven to create the signature bahn mi! After scouring the streets of Vietnam to perfect their pho creations, they can safely say they whip up bowls of pho that truly are the real deal.
Moc Quan, #01-23, UE Square Shopping Mall, 81 Clemenceau Avenue, Singapore 239917
11. NamNam Noodle Bar
We believe NamNam Noodle Bar has made Vietnamese cuisine more accessible to diners with outlets spread across Orchard Road and City Hall. If you love regular beef pho but want to try something even more decadent, opt for the truffle rendition, which sees wagyu slices served medium-rare.
NamNam Noodle Bar, multiple locations including Raffles City and Wheelock Place
We’re lovin’ these eateries, pho real!
[This article was originally published in 2015 and updated in 2024 by Ashe Liao.]
