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Saigon Sisters Vietnamese Cuisine

269 High St, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia

Recommended by 23 people

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Find Saigon Sisters Vietnamese Cuisine

269 High St, Thomastown VIC 3074, Australia

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+61 3 6280 1118
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Saigon Sisters Vietnamese Cuisine

Tucked near Thomastown station, this tight family-run counter serves uncompromising Saigon home cooking without the trek across town. Matriarchal hospitality sets the tone—warm greetings, big grins, and steaming bowls handed straight across the counter. Regulars lean into the pungent bún mắm, ladled with fermented fish broth, fresh herbs, blood pudding, and crackled pork skin. Broths simmer clear and peppery for the chicken pho, while off-menu orders of bánh mì chả lụa arrive tucked with steamed pork loaf.

  • Traditional Bún Mắm: A pungent, homestyle fermented fish broth packed with fresh herbs, pork crackle, and blood pudding.
  • Home-Kitchen Hospitality: Generous counter service anchored by welcoming family matriarchs delivering personal, home-kitchen warmth.
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Why Diners Choose Saigon Sisters

Discover why diners cherish Saigon Sisters for authentic regional flavours, heartfelt family hospitality, and convenient suburban dining.

  • Suburban Access to Genuine Saigon Soups

    Generous portions of authentic noodle broths and dishes, satisfying cravings in Melbourne's northern suburbs without travelling to traditional enclaves like Footscray.

    I was skeptical cause I didnt think this suburb would have great pho like Springvale or Footscray. Boy was I wrong.

    Carot

  • Uncompromising Regional Vietnamese Specialties

    Uncommon traditional Vietnamese dishes like rich fermented fish soup (bún mắm) prepared with rare, uncompromising authenticity.

    I was particularly interested and curious to try the fermented fish soup, this dish was not seen in most of the Vietnamese restaurant I have been too.

    Bunga raya

  • Home-Kitchen Warmth and Hospitality

    A welcoming, home-style environment where guests feel like they are entering a genuine family kitchen rather than a transactional eatery.

    Customer service is warm and genuine, the kind that makes you feel instantly welcome, almost like you’ve walked into someone’s home kitchen rather than a restaurant.

    Annetta Talevska

  • Deep Comforting Childhood Nostalgia

    Hearty, nourishing broths evoke nostalgic childhood memories and a deep sense of comfort for diners seeking genuine homemade cooking.

    bring me to a warm and safe feeling that everything will be o.k

    MG THE CREATOR

  • Quick Workday and Commuter Dining

    Conveniently located by Thomastown station, offering rapid service and generous portions tailored for workday meals on the go.

    Popped in for lunch with some colleagues. Orders were prepared relatively quick. Very delicious. Bao buns are amazing.

    George Stavrakis - Harcourts Rata & Co

  • Generous and Accessible Daytime Bites

    Fresh, jumbo-sized banh mi and affordable staple offerings designed for fast takeaway near local transit hubs.

    The absolute best! No.1 Bánh mì in town—fresh, delicious, and jumbo-sized. A must try!

    SH

Authentic noodle soups and Saigon street food favorites crafted with traditional care

  • Bun Bo Hue

    Best Bun Bo hue! I have tried all the Viet restaurants here in the north and this is the best broth, flavour mix of meat around.

    Bee Cast

  • Bánh Mì

    The absolute best! No.1 Bánh mì in town—fresh, delicious, and jumbo-sized. A must try!

    SH

  • Beef Pho

    The beef pho is absolutely delicious, and the crispy pork belly is the best I’ve had in the area.

    Claire

  • Bún Mắm (Fermented Fish Soup)

    Bun Mam (Fermented Fish Soup) is a must try!

    Michael Kwok

Frequently Asked Questions

Arrive early to beat peak rush

Seating space is quite compact and fills up during dinner and peak rushes, so aim to arrive early to secure a table without waiting.

Ask counter staff for off-menu items

Counter staff are happy to accommodate custom orders—ask directly for off-menu items like banh mi cha lua (steamed pork loaf).

Expect robust, traditional flavors

Specialties like bun mam (fermented fish soup) feature rich, pungent broths and traditional toppings like blood pudding and pork crackle skin.

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