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Quan 88

217 Barkly St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

Recommended by 59 people

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217 Barkly St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

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+61 3 9593 9988
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 10:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Quan 88

Skip the Barkly Street queues for Quan 88—fast, unpretentious Vietnamese cooking with generous portions and fair prices. Regulars walk in without booking and secure tables in minutes across two humming floors. Steaming bowls of chicken and rare beef phở arrive with clear, subtly sweet nước dùng. Golden quail coated in spicy 88 sauce pairs alongside crisp spring rolls and sizzling lemongrass seafood. In the kitchen, staff accommodate coeliac and vegan diners with dedicated care, including a separate fryer. Bowls land fast—steam rising alongside cold house wine and punchy chilli fried rice.

  • Subtle Phở Broth: Clear, subtly sweet broth layered with rare beef and tender chicken.
  • Signature Quail: Crispy quail coated in signature spicy 88 sauce, balanced alongside plump spring rolls.
  • Dedicated GF Fryer: Dedicated cross-contamination precautions for coeliacs, including a separate gluten-free fryer.
  • Two-Level Seating: Two dining levels keep waits short for walk-in tables and private upstairs gatherings.
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Why Diners Choose Quan 88

Why locals and groups choose Quan 88 for authentic flavours, dietary safety, and seamless gatherings.

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free and Allergy Precautions

    The kitchen maintains rigorous cross-contamination procedures for coeliacs, including operating a dedicated gluten-free fryer alongside extensive vegan offerings.

    I’m a coeliac and they always take many precautions to avoid cross contamination - including having a separate gluten free fryer!

    Sophia

  • Generous Portions and Accessible Value

    Generous, freshly prepared Vietnamese specialties like chicken pho, quail, and crispy pork arrive quickly at fair, accessible price points.

    The quality of the food, coupled with the generous portion sizes, makes it a fantastic option for those seeking authentic Vietnamese cuisine without breaking the bank.

    Abhishek Roy

  • Private Upstairs Event and Birthday Space

    A dedicated second-floor dining space offers groups and families an intimate setting designed specifically for celebrations and milestones.

    There is a separate room upstairs, where my girlfriends and I have been celebrating our birthdays for years.

    Ania Nazarewicz

  • Dedicated Function Setup for Group Occasions

    Group gatherings and events benefit from a dedicated upstairs level paired with swift, accommodating hospitality for parties of all sizes.

    They also have an upstairs place for functions that'll be on the top of my list for future events.

    See Ming Jie

  • Effortless Walk-In Seating Without Booking

    Diners can drop in spontaneously without a reservation and reliably secure seating across the two well-decorated dining levels.

    No need to book. Have been a number times and have never had to wait more than 5 minutes for a table.

    Lets Go Vegan Australia

  • Dependable Spontaneous Table Availability

    Prompt floor service and two full levels ensure minimal waits and efficient turnaround even during peak dining hours.

    no issues or wait to get a table without a booking. Service is friendly and efficient, would highly recommend.

    Cloe Annabel

Customer-favourite Vietnamese classics and signature main courses

  • Chicken Pho

    We also had the opportunity to try the Chicken Pho, and it was hands down one of the best pho dishes we've ever had in Melbourne.

    Abhishek Roy

  • Spring Rolls

    spring rolls being very filled and thick

    PR

  • Saigon Crispy Pork with Tamarind Sauce

    The crispy pork dish was simply superb.

    Abhishek Roy

  • Quail with Spicy 88 Sauce

    We started off with the Quail with Spicy 88 Sauce, and it was hands down the best dish we had during our entire visit.

    Abhishek Roy

Other favorites

Appetisers, lighter bites, and side accompaniments to round out your meal

  • Salt & Pepper Tofu

    I’m obsessed with their Salt & Pepper Tofu in particular, it’s delicious.

    Sophia

  • Rice Paper Rolls

    The rice paper rolls are amazing. Large rolls filled with vermicelli and all the usual salads including a lot of herbs.

    Brett Cooper

  • Curry Puffs

    Curry puffs were delicious

    PR

  • Coconut Rice

    treat yourself with coconut rice on the side

    Jody yu

Before you head over

Practical tips on walk-in dining, dietary requests, and private group bookings.

  • Drop in Without a Booking

    No reservation is needed for casual dining, as tables turn over swiftly and wait times rarely exceed five minutes across two dining floors.

  • Speak Directly with Staff on Allergies

    Staff are well trained in dietary protocols and maintain a dedicated gluten-free fryer, though you should ask staff directly about specific allergens as items are not all pre-labelled.

  • Reserve Upstairs for Group Events

    If you are organising a group gathering or birthday celebration, request the separate upstairs function room in advance.

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