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Rock Pho

497 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

Recommended by 74 people

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497 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 3 9824 1631
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 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Rock Pho

Steaming noodle soups and crisp street eats deliver rapid, no-fuss comfort right on Chapel Street. Skip the usual strip markup—the kitchen dishes out massive bowls of brisket-packed pho and coconut-spiced curry laksa alongside crackling pork banh mi. Office crowds drop in for a quick midday bowl or grab grilled lemongrass beef rice paper rolls on the fly. Dishes land at the table within minutes, capped off with an icy drip of Vietnamese ca phe sua da.

  • Dual-Specialty Broths: Hearty bowls of fragrant beef brisket pho share the spotlight with rich, coconut curry laksa and spicy bun bo hue.
  • Swift Lunch Stops: Crisp pork banh mi, lemongrass beef rice paper rolls, and vermicelli salads turn tables rapidly during busy midday hours.
  • Charred & Crispy Proteins: Smoky BBQ chicken, roast chicken, and crispy crackling pork come piled generously over rice, noodles, and crusty baguettes.
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Why Diners Choose Rock Pho

Why diners choose Rock Pho on Chapel Street for comforting noodle soups, roasted meats, and prompt lunches.

  • Piping-Hot Broths Packed with Generous Cuts

    Diners consistently praise Rock Pho's signature noodle broths—from light, fragrant beef pho to richly spiced curry laksa loaded with substantial proteins and fresh noodles.

    It was piping hot, and the flavours were out of this world.

    Liam Killeen

  • Charred and Roasted Meats Across the Menu

    Unlike standard Vietnamese noodle houses, the kitchen features seasoned flame-charred and roasted cuts like crispy pork, roast chicken, and BBQ chicken across soups and vermicelli bowls.

    Good quality proteins, particularly the rare beef and roast chicken Pho. Tender, pre roasting the chicken is clever, it’s tender

    Andrew Mathias

  • Deep Comfort for Cold Melbourne Days

    Diners rely on the kitchen's steaming bowls of curry laksa and spicy broths to deliver immediate physical replenishment on chilly Melbourne days.

    on cold days I get a desperate craving for their Curry Laksa soup - so rich, tasty, and warming!

    Benjamin Cebon

  • Proper Portions Without Strip Markups

    Patrons highlight the satisfying portion sizes and fair pricing, offering an affordable, high-value alternative on a bustling South Yarra shopping strip.

    Reasonable price, proper portion and super delicious.

    Lucia Roly Prihandini

  • Fast, Reliable Midday Work Lunches

    With quick turnaround times, neat packaging, and fresh handheld items like banh mi and rice paper rolls, it serves as a go-to midday meal stop.

    Very good option for takeaway lunch with cozy seating available.

    Bridget Nguyen

  • Fuss-Free Dining in South Yarra

    A welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere combined with rapid table service makes it easy for friends, couples, and families to sit down and dine comfortably.

    Food came out quickly and the atmosphere was relaxed.

    Rhizanthela Ramos

Signature Vietnamese pho, hearty laksa, and classic street-food mains

  • Rare Beef Pho

    Their rare beef pho always hits the spot when I have a craving for it, with paper thin beef sliced that melt in your mouth.

    Emily T

  • Curry Laksa

    Food is excellent here, on cold days I get a desperate craving for their Curry Laksa soup - so rich, tasty, and warming!

    Benjamin Cebon

  • Chicken Pho

    As you can tell from the pics, the portion was massive - and they didn’t skimp on ingredients. It was piping hot, and the flavours were out of this world.

    Liam Killeen

  • Crispy Pork Banh Mi

    The rare beef and brisket pho was delicious and full of flavour, and the crispy pork banh mi was also very good.

    Rhizanthela Ramos

Other favorites

Sides, dumplings, and specialty beverages to complete your meal

  • Prawn Dumplings

    The prawn dumplings were homemade and delightfully chewy (had a bit of texture). The prawn was substantial and fresh.

    simon mcpherson

  • Spring Rolls

    My partners spring rolls were light and crunchy.

    simon mcpherson

  • Vietnamese Iced Coffee

    Vietnamese iced coffee nice and strong.

    Bridget Nguyen

  • Crunchy Wontons

    A serve of crunchy wontons made for a perfect side dish.

    Kit Williams

Before you head over

Practical guidance for timing your visit and ordering from the menu

  • Customize laksa with roasted proteins

    Pairing a Southeast Asian curry laksa with roasted or grilled meats like poached chicken, BBQ chicken, or grilled pork creates a hearty bowl, but patience during peak hours pays off when the kitchen gets busy.

  • Opt for banh mi and rolls for fast turnarounds

    For a quick, mess-free lunch between shops or work hours, order handheld items like crispy pork banh mi or fresh rice paper rolls, which come out quickly for dine-in or takeaway.

  • Drop in just after the lunch rush

    If you want a quieter, hassle-free sit-down meal, drop in right after the midday lunch rush when tables turn over and service remains attentive and prompt.

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