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Co Thu Quan Richmond

116 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Recommended by 73 people

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Find Co Thu Quan Richmond

116 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

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+61 413 738 678
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: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Co Thu Quan Richmond

Skip the standard pho crawl on Victoria Street for Hanoi street dishes you rarely spot elsewhere in Richmond. Co Thu Quan zeroes in on northern staples—chargrilled pork dunked into sweet, savory broth for bún chả Hà Nội, tangy crab-and-tomato bún riêu cua, and oversized, shattering bánh xèo. Orders hit the table fast even when the room packs out. Pair a bowl with salted coffee or traditional drip filter coffee with condensed milk, then finish with house flan.

  • Hanoi-Style Specialties: Northern specialties like bún chả Hà Nội, bún riêu cua, and duck noodle soup (bún ngan) anchor a menu that bypasses standard pho.
  • Fast, Unfussy Dining: Bowls and crispy bánh xèo land quickly at wallet-friendly prices, served by warm staff in a lively dining room.
  • Regional Sips & Sweets: Traditional iced drip coffee with condensed milk, salted coffee, bottled wintermelon drinks, and flan with extras round out the table.
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Why Choose Co Thu Quan Richmond

Discover northern Vietnamese regional street foods, comforting beverages, and rapid hospitable dining in Richmond.

  • Hanoi-Style Specialties Beyond Pho

    The menu moves beyond standard pho to offer authentic northern Vietnamese dishes including charcoal grilled bún chả Hà Nội, crab-based bún riêu cua, and duck noodle soup (bún ngan).

    The menu goes way beyond the usual, lots of Hanoi-style dishes if you feel like trying something different.

    opal wongsuwan

  • Authentic Drinks and Traditional Sweets

    Alongside savory street staples, guests can enjoy regional drink and dessert specialties such as salted coffee, Vietnamese drip filter coffee with condensed milk, and signature flan.

    We also had a salted coffee and it was JUST LIKE HANOI!!!

    Charlotte Roderick

  • Fast, Efficient Service When Busy

    Dinners are served promptly even during peak evening services, offering generous portions and great value for money without long waits.

    It was busy, but our order were served very quickly.

    claviyvonne

  • Seamless Casual Dining

    Cozy seating and swift kitchen turnaround make it an effortless neighborhood stop for midday lunches or relaxed weeknight dinners.

    I never have to wait long to be served, which makes dining here even more enjoyable.

    Gia Han Ly

  • A Relaxed Space to Share and Connect

    The intimate cafe environment and diverse assortment of street food mains and entrees make it well suited for relaxed dining with friends and family.

    It is small and quiet, which is a nice place to relax and chat with friends.

    Cindy Truong

  • Shared Tables for Family and Friends

    Sharing-friendly plates like crispy bánh xèo, green papaya salad, and grilled meats provide an approachable way for groups to explore varied Vietnamese regional flavors together.

    The atmosphere was warm, clean, and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy a meal with family and friends.

    Hoàng Khuê

Authentic northern and regional street dishes rarely found on typical menus

  • Bánh xèo

    And the bánh xèo (Vietnamese pancake) is insanely delicious—crispy, packed, and huge portion.

    opal wongsuwan

  • Bún chả Hà Nội

    We ordered the bún chả Hà Nội and bún riêu cua, and both dishes were absolutely delicious—full of flavour and really authentic.

    Kim H

  • Bún riêu cua

    I tried their bun rieu which was their crab, pork & tomato noodle soup. I've never had it before since it seems like a rare item on the menu here in Australia.

    The Mog Champ

  • Canh bún

    I highly recommend trying the Canh Bun here. Absolutely delicious. 10/10!

    Gia Han Ly

Other favorites

Traditional Vietnamese drinks and sweet desserts to complement your meal

  • Salted coffee

    We also had a salted coffee and it was JUST LIKE HANOI!!!

    Charlotte Roderick

  • Vietnamese filter coffee with condensed milk

    Highlight for me was the Vietnamese filter coffee with condensed milk.

    Akithma Rivisari

  • Flan

    I ALWAYS get the flan when I’m here with all the extras, my favourite I’ve ever had.

    Maddison Wandel

  • Bottled wintermelon drink

    We ordered a few different mains and a nice bottled wintermelon drink. It was amazing for a rainy evening.

    The Mog Champ

Before you head over

Practical advice for exploring regional Hanoi street dishes on Victoria Street

  • Look Beyond Pho for Northern Specialties

    While most people order pho along Victoria Street, Co Thu Quan's strengths lie in specialized northern street fare like bún chả Hà Nội, bún riêu cua, and charcoal-grilled pork dishes rather than conventional soup staples.

  • Prepare for Substantial Portions

    The bánh xèo arrives crispy, packed, and significantly oversized, while hearty noodle bowls and rice dishes make generous entrees ideal for sharing across the table.

  • Ask the Team for Menu Recommendations

    With a broad regional menu that can feel unfamiliar, the staff are patient in explaining uncommon dishes and happy to accommodate table adjustments during busy or festive times.

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