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Bay City Noodles

139 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

Recommended by 60 people

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Find Bay City Noodles

139 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia

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+61 431 892 887
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bay City Noodles

Deep, simmered beef broth and massive bowls of bún bò Huế keep this unpretentious Ryrie Street staple packed. Forget sweet, Westernized shortcuts—the kitchen leans into pure, rich Saigon tradition with heaps of brisket, fresh herbs, and fiery aromatics. Locals count on the pay-at-the-counter setup for quick noodle runs, while late arrivals and big groups regularly find a welcoming seat even right up against closing time. Spoon into a steaming combination phở loaded with bean sprouts and tender cuts.

  • Uncompromised Broth Recipes: Bowls skip sweetened broth or filler veggies, sticking to deeply aromatic beef broth and bold bún bò Huế.
  • Prompt Service & Easy Group Feeds: Counter ordering keeps casual solo runs moving fast, while large groups easily settle in for late-night feeds.
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Why Dine at Bay City Noodles

Authentic Vietnamese broths, generous portions, and accommodating hospitality in Geelong

  • Uncompromised Traditional Broths

    Authentic, traditional recipes produce robust, deeply comforting beef broths and bold bún bò Huế without sweetened shortcuts or Aussie-modified vegetable additions.

    The phở here is rich, aromatic, and deeply comforting, just like the bowls you'd find on the streets of Saigon.

    Mike Huynh

  • Generous Portions and Fair Pricing

    Dishes arrive packed with tender meat and hearty servings that easily satisfy big appetites at prices cheaper than typical noodle venues.

    Generous servings of meat and bean sprouts. Great prices - cheaper than most other Vietnamese restaurants.

    Anglos Grace

  • Accommodating Group Dining

    Staff accommodate large dining parties on short notice and serve prompt, filling meals seamlessly close to closing time.

    Came in as a hungry group of 13 people around 8.45pm and the staff were so accommodating and kind to help us sit altogether (or close to each other) and feed us promptly!

    Nhi Huynh

  • Welcoming Late-Night Hospitality

    Even right at closing or late into the evening, staff graciously invite diners inside to enjoy freshly cooked, warm meals away from the cold.

    After getting the food we went to sit outside on the curb to eat since it was 15 past close but he welcomed us back in to eat.

    Matilda Tran

  • Frictionless Counter Payment

    A pay-before-you-eat ordering model streamlines the meal experience, letting customers enjoy swift service without waiting around for the bill afterward.

    Pay before you eat arrangement means no messing around after your meal

    Jimmy Mate

  • Quiet, No-Frills Atmosphere

    The setting offers a relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere where guests can unwind with peaceful music and focus entirely on their meal.

    I loved the music but the best part was eating because it was quiet and peaceful.

    Glengala Fresh

Traditional Vietnamese noodle soups served in rich, authentic broths with generous portions

  • Phở

    The phở here is rich, aromatic, and deeply comforting, just like the bowls you'd find on the streets of Saigon.

    Mike Huynh

  • Bún Bò Huế

    And the bún bò Huế? Spicy, bold, and absolutely packed with authentic flavor.

    Mike Huynh

  • Wonton Noodle Soup

    Best wonton noodle soup I've had in years and the curry puff is melt in your mouth👌

    shan

  • Prawn Laksa

    It's was so tasty, generous in size and had about a dozen or more prawns in it.

    Dougall Henderson

Before you head over

Practical pointers on ordering, portion sizes, and timing for your visit.

  • Pay Before You Eat

    Bay City Noodles operates an upfront payment system at order time, allowing you to wrap up and leave straight away after finishing your meal.

  • Arrive with an Appetite

    Portions of phở and bún bò Huế are notoriously generous and can easily satisfy big appetites or be shared between lighter eaters.

  • Late-Night and Group Dining

    The kitchen routinely welcomes and rapidly feeds hungry parties arriving after 8:30pm or close to closing time when other venues are shut.

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