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How we read reviews →Geelong's family pho house serving pho, laksa and comforting Vietnamese noodle soups.
A cosy, family-run Vietnamese spot in central Geelong with a warm and unpretentious feel. The modest dining room doubles as a takeaway hub. the owner has been known to run the entire operation solo during holidays. Regulars feel immediately at home.
Owner occasionally runs the full operation solo; menu spans Vietnamese classics alongside laksa and tom yum. Bowl portions are notably larger than competitors. MSG-sensitive broth praised by diners. Vietnamese coffee served alongside noodle soups.
Vietnamese classics are the core of the menu. pho, com, bun and rice paper rolls prepared in a family tradition. The laksa reflects SE-Asian influence rather than strictly Vietnamese heritage; some reviewers find the pho fully authentic while others note subtle variations.
Strong value consensus across reviewers. bowl portions are larger than competitors at comparable prices. Some isolated issues with salty dishes on off nights, but the overall value is praised consistently.
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