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Dad Vietnamese Restaurant

Shop 10/168/180 Commercial Rd, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

Recommended by 62 people

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Shop 10/168/180 Commercial Rd, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

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+61 3 8529 7083
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Dad Vietnamese Restaurant

Right across from Prahran Market, this snug Commercial Road room spares southside eaters the trek across town for uncompromising Vietnamese cooking. Broth purists steer straight for Pho #22—a rich, balanced soup layered with rare Wagyu, tender sous vide brisket, and enoki mushrooms rather than the usual raw bean sprouts. Table orders fire quickly through the seat QR codes: skewers of charcoal-charred pork for the bún chả, crisp spring rolls, and glasses of house-brewed lychee iced tea over ice.

  • Signature Pho #22: Medium-rare Wagyu and tender sous vide brisket served in an aromatic broth with enoki mushrooms.
  • Charcoal-Grilled Pork: Generous portions of pork grilled over hot coals, paired with fresh herbs, vermicelli, and crisp spring rolls.
  • Cozy Market-Side Space: A compact, high-energy room right across from Prahran Market where advance reservations cut down the wait.
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Why Diners Choose Dad Vietnamese Restaurant

From slow-simmered pho to smoky charcoal grills, reserve your table to experience Prahran's vibrant, authentic favorite.

  • Distinctive Broth Technique & Premium Cuts

    Dad elevates traditional street soup by simmering clean, deeply aromatic broth layered with tender sous vide brisket and enoki mushrooms rather than standard table bean sprouts.

    Their beef pho is a bit different, as it comes with enoki mushrooms instead of bean sprouts.

    Ijaykay

  • Assertive Charcoal Char & Generous Plates

    From sizzling bún chả to oversized pork chop plates, dishes arrive with genuine, uncompromising wok-and-grill smoke that stands out across Melbourne.

    Biggest juicy meat portion u can ever find for $21!! It has clear CHARCOAL grilled flavour.

    Thân Trọng Phương Nhã

  • Deeply Restorative Comfort

    The masterclass broth provides a restorative, comforting pause that leaves a lasting impression well past the final drop.

    the kind of bowl you think about long after the last spoonful

    Michelle “Ellelie”

  • Neighborhood Hidden Gem Thrill

    Tucked along Commercial Road, the snug, vibrant room delivers the thrill of an authentic culinary find that regulars hesitate to give away.

    One of Prahran's best kept secrets

    Melchior Pierre

  • Interactive DIY Rice Paper Feasts

    Interactive platters let groups wrap their own mini rice paper rolls around succulent grilled pork, spring rolls, and fresh herbs at the table.

    pork dish main where you can make it into little mini rice paper rolls were fantastic.

    Anthony Gagliano

  • Communal Tables Built for Sharing

    Lively, bountiful presentations make sharing across friends and family effortless, pairing substantial noodle salads with colorful appetizers.

    Their plating was appealing and it can be shared for 2 people.

    Anh Nguyen

Prahran locals and broth purists return for these standout Vietnamese specialties.

  • Spring Rolls

    Pork and prawn spring rolls (so crunchy and flavourful, really unique)

    Jessie Cronshaw

  • Pho #22

    the broth was nice and tasted authentic. The brisket was also nice and tender.

    kevin lam

  • Bún Chả

    Biggest juicy meat portion u can ever find for $21!! It has clear CHARCOAL grilled flavour.

    Thân Trọng Phương Nhã

  • Bao Buns

    The bao buns absolutely delivered too — soft, flavour-packed, and seriously satisfying.

    Michelle “Ellelie”

Before you head over

Practical tips to get the most out of your visit—book ahead to lock in your table.

  • Book ahead to skip peak queues

    With a snug dining room and heavy dinner crowds on Commercial Road, wait times can reach 30 minutes; reserve your spot in advance to avoid waiting outside.

  • Order via tabletop QR code

    Table service runs on a contactless digital setup—expect to scan the QR code at your seat on your smartphone to place your food and drink orders.

  • Expect pre-curated pho garnishes

    Bowls arrive pre-curated with enoki mushrooms and sous vide beef brisket rather than standard side baskets of bean sprouts, fresh herbs, and tableside condiments.

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