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Bánh Xèo Tay Do Vietnamese Restaurant

Unit 4/62 Nicholson St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

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Unit 4/62 Nicholson St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

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HoursMonday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 7:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bánh Xèo Tay Do Vietnamese Restaurant

Footscray’s quiet arcade houses Melbourne’s benchmark for Vietnamese savory pancakes. A husband-and-wife team runs the room with zero interest in standard rice plates—diners flock here strictly for the namesake bánh xèo, blistered thin and fried fresh to order. Every plate lands beside a mountain of fresh mint and crisp leaves meant for tearing, wrapping, and dunking straight into house sweet-chili fish sauce. The husband works the floor dishing out jokes and tabletop wrapping advice, while his wife tends the burners in back. Tables are cash-only, best paired with a cup of the owner’s house-blended tea.

  • Specialty Bánh Xèo & Bánh Khọt: Lacy, golden crêpes and mini savory pancakes fried fresh to order with no rice dishes on the menu.
  • Heaped Plates of Fresh Herbs: Every order arrives with a massive, tabletop-dwarfing spread of fresh herbs and leafy greens for wrapping.
  • Two-Person Home Kitchen: Operated solely by a two-person team where the husband works the floor while his wife cooks every dish from scratch.
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Why Diners Choose Bánh Xèo Tay Do

Six reasons diners seek out Footscray’s regional Vietnamese specialist—plan your visit for made-to-order crepes and genuine hospitality.

  • Golden, Crunchy Bánh Xèo Crepes

    Crisp, golden Vietnamese savory crepes made fresh to order and brimming with flavorful fillings.

    crispy Vietnamese pancakes (bánh xèo), and they were absolutely phenomenal, golden, crunchy on the outside, and packed with flavorful fillings.

    Smith Oliver

  • Towering Platters of Fresh Herbs

    Every order is accompanied by an unusually generous abundance of crisp greens and aromatic Vietnamese herbs for wrapping.

    It came with a mountain of fresh herbs and veg, seriously amazed by the freshest of it too.

    D L

  • Personal Hands-On Dining Guidance

    The welcoming husband-and-wife team personally guides diners on the authentic way to wrap, dip, and savor each specialty.

    husband provided service with a smile and advice on how to get the best experiences with the food.

    Tuan Bui

  • Warm, Humorous Host Hospitality

    Diners are welcomed with lighthearted banter, candid humor, and sincere warmth that turns a simple meal into an engaging experience.

    The owner was super funny and cracked jokes all day.

    T Duong

  • Discreet Footscray Hidden Treasure

    Tucked inside an unassuming local shopping centre, this quiet destination rewards diners seeking uncommercialized, authentic fare.

    Tucked discreetly within a bustling shopping mall, this restaurant is a true hidden treasure.

    LP Cheah

  • Unpretentious Destination Worth Seeking Out

    An unassuming setting that lets delicate regional flavors shine, making it an essential discovery for discerning food lovers.

    Absolute Hidden Gem, that is a must. The most fresh, delicate and delicious Vietnamese food.

    M N

Home-style Vietnamese regional street specialties prepared fresh to order.

  • Bánh Xèo

    golden, crunchy on the outside, and packed with flavorful fillings. The fresh herbs and sweet-chili fish sauce complemented the dish perfectly.

    Smith Oliver

  • Bánh Khọt

    Got both the banh xeo and banh khot, and it was so crispy and fresh!

    D L

  • Bánh Bèo

    Or give the banh beo a try - which is my favourite - little rice steam cakes with delicious toppings and sauce.

    George

  • Bún Thịt Nướng

    I had the Bún Thịt Nướng at it was superb. The best I've ever had.

    Nick W

Beyond the menu

Distinctive personal details that shape the dining experience—bring cash and plan your visit to Footscray.

  • Guided Wrap-and-Dip Technique

    First-time diners receive friendly, step-by-step guidance from the host on how to properly roll and wrap crispy pancakes with fresh leaves and dipping sauce.

  • Owner’s Custom-Blended Tea

    Guests are served a house tea recipe personally blended by the host to accompany the savory street fare.

  • Heaped Fresh Herb Platters

    Every order is accompanied by towering, generous platters of crisp lettuce and fresh aromatic herbs rather than token garnishes.

  • Cooked-to-Order Freshness

    Dishes are fried directly to order by the chef upon receiving each ticket to ensure peak crispness and piping-hot freshness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do they accept card payments or is it cash only?

No, this restaurant operates strictly on a cash-only basis. Electronic cards and transfers are not accepted, so be sure to withdraw cash before arriving.

How long should I expect to wait for food?

Yes, orders can take significant time to arrive—sometimes 40 minutes to nearly an hour—because food is cooked to order by a husband-and-wife team with no extra kitchen staff. Visiting outside peak rush periods or arriving with plenty of time is recommended.

What type of food is served, and are there vegetarian options?

The menu focuses on authentic Vietnamese regional specialties like crispy bánh xèo, bánh khọt, and steamed cakes served with generous mountains of fresh greens and herbs, and does not serve standard rice dishes. Vegetarian options can also be prepared upon request.

How easy is the restaurant to find, and where are the restrooms?

The restaurant is tucked inside a quiet, older shopping arcade on Nicholson Street. Look for the sign out front, as it can appear unassuming or hidden from the street. If you need the restroom, ask the owners for the key before heading out into the arcade hallway.

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