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Mr. Nam

1/8 Bourke St, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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1/8 Bourke St, Mascot NSW 2020, Australia

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+61 2 8386 5748
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mr. Nam

Steps from Mascot Station, Mr. Nam turns out restorative bowls of slow-simmered beef pho and crispy chicken in a snug diner space. It is a reliable pitstop for airport-hotel overnighters and hungry commuters rolling in off late-night trains. Diners regularly single out the crackling pork bún bowls, spring rolls packed tight with prawn and pork, and flexible noodle swaps across the menu. Service moves fast, and the owner-chef often steps right out of the kitchen to hand-deliver steaming bowls of wagyu and chat with the floor.

  • Transit-Ready Location: Steps from Mascot Station and airport hotels, serving restorative bowls of beef pho and noodle salads into late hours.
  • Piping-Hot Broths & Bowls: Bowls of brisket and wagyu pho arrive with rich, deeply simmered broth alongside crackling pork vermicelli salads.
  • Kitchen-to-Table Hospitality: The owner-chef often delivers dishes directly to tables, with staff accommodating noodle swaps on request.
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Key Advantages of Dining at Mr. Nam

Why diners choose Mr. Nam for authentic comfort food and convenient transit dining

  • Rich, Slow-Simmered Traditional Broths

    Diners receive robust bowls featuring slow-simmered, fragrant beef broth, tender cuts, and satisfyingly portioned rice noodles.

    The broth is rich, aromatic, and clearly simmered for hours.

    ruixi wang

  • Flexible Noodle Customization

    The kitchen easily accommodates custom requests across their noodle soups, allowing guests to tailor noodle types to their liking.

    The staff were flexible with changing the noodles if you wanted.

    Eric

  • Prime Stopover for Airport Travelers

    Located right by Mascot Station and airport hotels, the kitchen delivers fast, hearty dinners for travelers catching flights.

    A great spot for dinner if you’re staying in the area before heading to the airport.

    Vic Olbromski

  • Late-Night Dining Accessibility

    Extended evening operating hours provide a reliable and satisfying hot dining option well after neighboring venues have closed.

    It's also a great spot for a late-night dinner, as they stay open later than most places.

    Eric Lau

  • Direct Chef Engagement at the Table

    The owner and chef regularly takes time to step out onto the floor, connect directly with guests, and ensure complete satisfaction.

    the chef/owner even came over for a quick chat, which was a lovely touch.

    Jea De La Vega

  • Hands-On Kitchen Hospitality

    Culinary staff actively support front-of-house operations during rush periods, personally serving meals and welcoming diners.

    The chef brought out my dishes as they were very busy and he was friendly and very modest when I complemented his dish.

    Alisha Armstrong

Generous, flavorful Vietnamese staples comforting locals and transit travelers

  • Spring Rolls

    Hands down best spring rolls, ever.

    Lashana Laurenson

  • Pho

    The broth is rich and flavourful, the beef is tender, and the portion is generous.

    Lucy Lucy

  • Crispy Chicken

    Crispy chicken which we absolutely devoured and enjoyed

    Lashana Laurenson

  • Pork Vermicelli

    The pork vermicelli bowl was also really good, particularly the crackling on the pork belly - perfect!

    Vic Olbromski

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service details and kitchen hospitality that elevate your visit to Mr. Nam

  • Personal Chef Delivery & Table Visits

    The chef and owner frequently steps onto the dining floor to personally serve bowls and plates, check in on patrons, and ask for firsthand feedback on the meal.

  • Customizable Noodle Swaps

    The kitchen readily accommodates custom noodle substitutions across their pho and noodle soups, allowing guests to tailor their bowls to preference.

  • Specialty Fresh Herb Garnishes

    Diners are treated to specialty Vietnamese herbs rarely included elsewhere, such as fresh perilla leaves served alongside aromatic noodle bowls.

  • Gluten-Free & BYO Accommodations

    The kitchen provides dedicated gluten-free options across the menu, alongside BYO dining flexibility for guests traveling through the area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most recommended dishes to order?

Popular dishes include the beef pho (such as rare wagyu beef slice or combination brisket pho), crispy chicken, prawn and pork spring rolls, and combination vermicelli salad noodle bowls. Guests also praise items like laksa and pork belly vermicelli.

Is it convenient for late-night meals or airport transit?

Yes. Diners note that the restaurant is located right by Mascot train station and near airport transit hotels, making it an easy stop before or after flights. On Friday and Saturday, regular hours extend until 11:00 PM, and on Sunday until 10:00 PM (closing at 9:30 PM Monday through Thursday).

What are the portions and dining space like?

Diners consistently highlight generous, filling portions across noodle bowls, pho, and spring rolls. The dining space itself is small, cosy, and casual, with tables placed close together and stool seating, meaning it can feel tight during busy periods.

Can dishes be customized or accommodate dietary preferences?

Yes. Diners note that staff are flexible with changing noodle types in soups, and reviews highlight gluten-free options and BYO. Vegetarian items such as vegetable spring rolls are available, and the menu also features Thai and wok-fried dishes alongside classic Vietnamese fare.

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