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Pho Tam Vietnamese Restaurant

Shop 1 7/9 Leeds St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

Recommended by 76 people

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Shop 1 7/9 Leeds St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

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+61 3 9687 2680
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Thursday: Closed Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pho Tam Vietnamese Restaurant

Footscray regulars head here for balanced broths, generous bowls, and fast table turns at bargain prices. Every table comes set with a thermos of complimentary hot tea alongside house-made chili paste. The kitchen turns out fragrant bowls of rare beef pho, smoky grilled pork over broken rice, and betel-leaf-wrapped beef with swift, welcoming hospitality.

  • Complimentary Table Tea: Every table receives a complimentary thermos of hot tea upon seating.
  • House-Made Chili Paste: House-crafted chili paste provides a custom savory kick to noodle broths.
  • Swift Table Turnaround: Orders arrive swiftly, making it a reliable stop for quick post-work dining.
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Why Choose Pho Tam Vietnamese Restaurant

Authentic flavours, rapid service, and thoughtful hospitality in Footscray.

  • Hearty Vietnamese Classics at Great Value

    Generous bowls of authentic pho and Vietnamese staples delivered promptly with balanced broths and tender meats at budget-friendly prices.

    Pho of all kinds, spring rolls and beef wrapped in betel leaf. Each dish was generously portioned and delicious.

    Abhinav Bidani

  • Signature House-Made Chili Paste

    Distinct house-made chili paste crafted with balanced heat provides a tailored condiment experience beyond standard commercial sauces.

    Especially their homemade chilli paste are very delicious and not too spicy.

    kevin chan

  • Reliable Comfort in Every Bowl

    Dependable preparation and comforting flavours satisfy routine cravings reliably across years of dining.

    I order the same meal every time, and without fail, it’s always spot on. That kind of consistency is rare and seriously appreciated.

    Thomas Petty

  • Warm and Unhurried Hospitality

    Genuinely warm hospitality from attentive floor staff and owners makes dining feel unhurried and welcoming.

    Store owner was so kind and didn’t rush us even once! 5+ star services.

    Charlie Yan

  • Effortless After-Work and Transit Dining

    Prompt table service delivers dishes quickly, making it seamless to enjoy a full meal during commutes or right after work.

    Stopped in here after work on a Monday. Had a Pho and a Wonton soup here. Ingredients were fresh and taste was great. Prices are cheap.

    David Smith

  • Complimentary Table Tea on Arrival

    Complimentary thermoses of warm tea waiting at every table offer comfort and immediate refreshment as soon as you sit down.

    Each table has a thermos of delicious free tea.

    Abhinav Bidani

Signature noodle soups and authentic Vietnamese mains

  • Pho

    Best Pho in Footscray - hands down.

    Mark M

  • Broken rice

    Highly recommend trying their broken rice dish if you are wanting to try something different.

    Abhinav Bidani

  • Prawn dumpling soup

    Ordered myself a prawn dumpling soup….OMG! Flavoursome indeed.

    Mariama AB

  • Hủ tiếu

    Delicious Hủ tiếu tastes just how I remember it in Ho Chi Minh City!

    Bennis Dennis

Other favorites

Sides, appetizers, and refreshing beverages

  • Spring rolls

    awesome home made spring rolls

    Simon Harrington

  • Avocado smoothie

    The Avacado smoothie was yum

    David Smith

  • Jackfruit smoothie

    Jackfruit smoothie

    David Smith

  • Beef wrapped in betel leaf

    beef wrapped in betel leaf

    Abhinav Bidani

Before you head over

Practical tips on timing, arrivals, and dining space at Pho Tam

  • Plan Around Rush Hours

    Peak dining hours can see wait times form, but service remains rapid even with a full house. Arriving outside peak lunch and dinner rushes helps you grab a table immediately.

  • Evening Parking on Nearby Streets

    Street parking is readily accessible in the evenings along Leeds Street and nearby surrounding roads if you are driving in for dinner.

  • Tight Layout for Groups

    The dining room features a cozy, tight layout that can feel lively and buzzing, yet the team comfortably accommodates hungry parties and gatherings with fast service.

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