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Pho Viet Xua 1919

279 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

Recommended by 28 people

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Find Pho Viet Xua 1919

279 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia

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+61 422 831 633
HoursMonday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM Saturday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM Sunday: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pho Viet Xua 1919

Pho Viet Xua 1919 serves authentic Northern Vietnamese specialties in Marrickville, centering on Hanoi-style pho with crystal-clear beef broth. Skip the search for bean sprouts and hoisin—tables here are stocked with pickled garlic, fresh chili, and fried dough sticks designed to soak up the soup. Regulars lean toward the stir-fried beef pho, where beef is wok-seared with garlic and fish sauce before hitting the noodles, alongside bowls of smoky grilled pork bun cha.

  • Hanoi-Style Broth: Features a clear, unhurried beef broth served Northern-style with spring onions, pickled garlic, and fried dough sticks rather than bean sprouts or hoisin.
  • Stir-Fried Beef Pho: Beef is wok-seared with garlic and fish sauce before hitting the noodles, adding depth to the clean broth.
  • Smoky Bún Chả: Grilled pork patties and sliced pork served with cold vermicelli, fresh herbs, and balanced dipping broth.
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Why Choose Pho Viet Xua 1919

Why diners choose Pho Viet Xua 1919 for authentic Northern Vietnamese dining in Marrickville

  • Traditional Northern-Style Phở Broth

    Bowls showcase authentic Hanoi style with clean, clear broth brimming with spring onions, paired with traditional fried dough sticks and pickled garlic rather than bean sprouts.

    Their Northern-style beef pho has a clear and fresh broth with lots of spring onion, which tastes quite different from Southern-style pho.

    Xu Wilhelmina

  • Wok-Seared Stir-Fried Beef Phở

    Tender beef is wok-seared with fish sauce and garlic prior to soup assembly, delivering depth and savoury aroma distinct from ordinary boiled cuts.

    The broth was crystal clear yet packed with flavour, the beef was tender and beautifully marinated, and the whole bowl was incredibly comforting.

    Aurora Erika

  • Comforting Nourishment Without Heaviness

    Light, ungreasy broths nourish without heaviness, leaving diners invigorated rather than weighed down after finishing a full bowl.

    Every broth here is clean, light and never greasy, so you leave feeling satisfied instead of weighed down.

    Stephanie

  • Authentic Tastes That Cure Homesickness

    Faithfully prepared recipes like smoky bún chả evoke authentic flavors from Vietnam, soothing homesickness for diners seeking authentic Northern tastes.

    I was feeling homesick lately and missing viet food, this hit the spot. They specialize in northern viet dishes so don't come here expecting to be served southern viet phở.

    patricia

  • Relaxed and Generous Family-Friendly Dining

    Generous serving sizes, quick kitchen pacing, and budget-conscious pricing create a hassle-free setting for casual meals with friends and family.

    It's an incredibly kid-friendly space with high chairs available, making it an easy and stress-free dining experience for the whole family.

    K

  • Warming Bowls for Chilly Days

    Steaming, overflowing bowls of beef broth provide the ultimate restorative warmth during cold Sydney days and rainy evenings.

    A big bowl of pho is what was needed during the sydney cold weather, when i saw this restaurant had red wine beef pho i knew i had to try it

    James S

Signature Hanoi-style noodle soups and regional specialties

  • Bún Chả

    You MUST try the bun cha. It was their best dish. The meat was cooked to perfection and the flavours were all there. Rice noodles were extremely fresh and bouncy and the pickles had just the right amount of acidity.

    Shui Moon

  • Stir-fried Beef Pho

    The stir-fried beef pho was the absolute standout. I’d never tried Northern style pho before, and I loved how different it was from the more common style.

    Aurora Erika

  • Beef Combination Phở

    Authentic Northern Vietnamese phono bean sprouts, Thai basil or mint, just plenty of spring onions. It might look intense, but it's surprisingly mild!

    Stephanie

  • Red Wine Beef Pho

    The red wine pho broth was amazing, didn’t need to add any extra sauces or condiments, cooked perfectly, they just overflowed the bowl with that broth, it was too good!

    James S

Other favorites

Sides and beverages to accompany your Northern Vietnamese meal

  • Fried Dough Sticks

    The fried dough sticks are great with the soup.

    Xu Wilhelmina

  • Iced Custard Apple Tea

    We also tried the Iced Peach Tea and Iced Custard Apple Tea, which were refreshing and paired perfectly with the meal.

    Kitty Kate

  • Crispy Spring Rolls

    The crispy spring rolls were my absolute favourite—perfectly golden and incredibly crunchy.

    Li-Na

  • Salted Coffee

    And the iced salted coffee??? Addictive.

    Sunni Wan

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Northern-style pho differ from typical Southern Vietnamese pho?

Pho Viet Xua 1919 serves authentic Northern Hanoi-style pho. The broth is notably light, clean, and clear rather than sweet or heavy. Instead of Southern-style additions like bean sprouts, Thai basil, or hoisin sauce, it is served with generous spring onions, pickled garlic, chili, and fried dough sticks for dipping.

What dishes are considered must-tries?

The Bún Chả (or Bún Chả Hà Nội) is widely regarded as a standout favorite, featuring tender grilled pork, bouncy rice vermicelli, fresh herbs, and a balanced sweet-and-savory dipping broth. Other frequent favorites include the stir-fried beef pho and crispy chicken with sticky or tomato rice.

What are the portion sizes and value like?

Servings are notably generous across noodle soups, rice combinations, and vermicelli dishes, offering satisfying value around $15 to $22 per meal.

Is the restaurant kid-friendly?

Yes, high chairs are available for families dining with young children, making it comfortable and accessible for family meals.

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