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Phở Chú Thể - Uncle The's

92 Hopkins St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

Recommended by 37 people

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92 Hopkins St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

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+61 3 9687 8265
HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Phở Chú Thể - Uncle The's

Piping-hot bowls of rich, fragrant broth arrive within minutes at this unpretentious Footscray institution. No fried starters, no distractions—the kitchen directs every bit of energy straight into Northern-style pho. The sliced chicken broth comes clean and layered with fresh ginger, while the special beef soup lands steaming over generous cuts of brisket, tripe, and beef balls. Regulars top their bowls with fresh basil, raw or steamed bean sprouts, and the house pickled onions. Remember to bring cash or PayID before grabbing a table.

  • Pho-Only Menu: The kitchen skips standard Vietnamese entrees to focus exclusively on chicken and beef noodle soups.
  • House Pickled Onions: Bowls come with plates of fresh Thai basil, raw or steamed bean sprouts, and tangy pickled onions.
  • Fast-Paced Cash Only Service: Table turnover is brisk and service is prompt, though payments are strictly cash or PayID only.
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Why Choose Phở Chú Thể

Authentic broth, rapid turnaround, and house-made condiments define Uncle The's pho.

  • Generous Portions and Piping-Hot Beef Pho

    Bowls arrive piping hot with substantial portions of meats, silky noodles, and rich broth at an accessible price.

    High quality ingredients and very generous portion.

    Gilbert Chew

  • Specialised and Focused Pho Menu

    The kitchen exclusively focuses on authentic pho without distraction from standard fried starters or multi-dish menus.

    The restaurant specialises in Pho and does it brilliantly.

    Brenton “Wonga” Wight

  • Swift Lunch Turnaround

    Meals are prepared and served to tables within minutes, keeping wait times brief even during lunch rushes.

    the food comes out in minutes.

    RagingGlory

  • Efficient Casual Dining Flow

    Tables move quickly through streamlined walk-in ordering and payment options via cash or PayID.

    It’s a get in eat and leave kinda restaurant.

    Hiep Vo

  • Standout Layered Chicken Pho Broth

    The sliced chicken pho broth offers a distinct aromatic depth with zesty and gingery layers.

    There are so many layers the chicken broth. It’s zesty, gingery, smooooth

    Imogen M

  • House Pickled Onions and Fresh Garnishes

    Bowls are accompanied by fresh herb platters, bean sprouts, and house-made pickled onions.

    Their pickled onion is hands down the best I’ve had anywhere.

    Trulan 07

Traditional slow-simmered Vietnamese noodle soups served piping hot

  • Special Beef Pho

    I ordered the special beef pho (medium size) and it was huge, with a very generous amount of meat. The broth was rich and flavorful, and it stayed hot until the very last spoonful.

    Jessie

  • Chicken Pho

    The broth was rich, clear, and packed with flavor. The chicken was tender and cooked perfectly, and the fresh herbs added a wonderful touch. One of the best bowls of chicken pho I’ve had in a long time.

    Bryan Vuong

  • Chicken and Beef Special

    The broth is rich and flavoursome, and the servings are generous and high quality. I usually go for the chicken and beef special, and you can choose between fresh or steamed sprouts.

    Trulan 07

  • Rare Beef Pho

    the go to is the beef combination or the rare beef which is using fresh thin beef slices and you can ask for the rare beef on the side so you can cook the beef to your liking with the hot soup.

    Jay Cao

Before you head over

Practical advice on payments, menu focus, and table garnishes before you visit

  • Bring Cash or PayID

    Payment terminals for standard debit and credit cards are not available, so be sure to bring cash or have PayID ready on your phone before sitting down.

  • Focus on Pho Exclusively

    The kitchen specializes strictly in northern-style beef and chicken pho; you will not find fried spring rolls, appetizers, or non-soup mains on the menu.

  • Customize Your Sprouts and Condiments

    Bowls arrive with generous sides of fresh herbs, complimentary house-pickled onions, and bean sprouts that can be requested either raw or steamed.

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