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Saigon Street Eats - St Kilda
141A Chapel St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
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141A Chapel St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
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Saigon Street Eats serves the benchmark pho along Chapel Street, simmering a fragrant, slow-crafted nước dùng that draws noodle soup purists across Melbourne. The kitchen anchors its menu on deep broth fundamentals—from rich beef simmered down for hours to a specialty beef short rib soup loaded with moist, fall-apart meat. Regulars come in for the lunch combos pairing crusty banh mi and crisp spring rolls with a snack-sized pho cup, while plant-based and allergy-conscious eaters lean on dedicated vegan and soy-free broths alongside salt and pepper tofu.
- Benchmark Pho: Aromatic, balanced broth served in hearty portions, widely treated by noodle regulars as the Melbourne benchmark.
- Signature Short Rib: Special-edition cut featuring exceptionally tender, savory beef submerged in deeply spiced broth.
- Allergy & Plant-Forward Options: Accommodates strict diets with dedicated soy-free broths, vegan options, and crisp salt and pepper tofu.
- Pho Cup Combos: Combines a snack-sized pho cup with crusty banh mi and crispy spring rolls for a complete midday meal.
What's On at Saigon Street Eats - St Kilda
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Saigon Street Eats
From authentic short rib pho and snack cups to soy-free broths and reliable group catering.
Benchmark Authentic Pho with Rich, Fragrant Broth
Simmered to deliver rich, fragrant broth and generous bowls, the traditional beef and chicken pho stands as a benchmark for Vietnamese staples in Melbourne.
rich, fragrant broth, generous portions, fresh ingredients and incredible flavour in every spoonful
Rate Expectations Specialty Beef Short Rib Broth
A standout menu special featuring tender, moist cuts of beef short rib simmered in a deeply savoury, comforting broth.
An exceptional soup with generous & very moist, flavoursome beef.
F. G. Soy-Free and Plant-Based Broth Inclusivity
Thoughtfully accommodating severe allergies and plant-based diners with dedicated soy-free broths and extensive vegan selections.
they do a vegan broth and other vegan options and they are all unreal. My daughter is also allergic to soy which usually in an asian restaurant is impossible, but they have options for her also as the broths are no soy.
Lauren Roberts Snack-Sized Pho Cups and Value Combos
A rare snack-friendly cup portion and lunch combo format combining banh mi, spring rolls, and pho for midday dining.
I had lunch combo A for $18 (Bahn Mi, spring rolls and pho cup) and I have to say wow!
Will Kim Effortless Event and Corporate Catering
Responsive coordination, punctual delivery, and versatile menu offerings that handle large crowd dietary needs effortlessly.
The food itself was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavour. Everyone was raving about it—and rightfully so.
Aldo corpuz Crowd-Pleasing Dietary Catering for Gatherings
Generous, entirely vegan catering options that reliably satisfy mixed gatherings of vegan and non-vegan guests alike.
We ordered catering through SSE for an entirely vegan party as they had so many great options. The food was all amazing, all our non-vegan gave such great feedback.
amy livingstone
Most popular items
Signature broths and beloved Vietnamese street eats that define our kitchen
Beef Short Rib Broth
Highly recommend the special beef short rib broth with extra veggies
Artie Colwell Pho Cup
I'm so enamoured by the cup size options (perfect for a snack!) that I don't care.
Julia Schneider Pho
The Pho here is exceptional – rich, fragrant broth, generous portions, fresh ingredients and incredible flavour in every spoonful.
Rate Expectations Vegan Broth
they do a vegan broth and other vegan options and they are all unreal.
Lauren Roberts
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful gestures and considerate hospitality that make every meal feel personal
Attentive Dietary Safeguards
Staff proactively flag allergen risks when you add extra items to your order, keeping track of your dietary requirements without needing a reminder.
Soy-Free Broth Customization
The kitchen prepares dedicated soy-free broths, opening up traditional Vietnamese soups to guests with severe soy sensitivities who usually cannot dine out.
Snack-Sized Pho Cups
Complementing full noodle bowls, the menu offers a cup-sized pho format perfect for a quick snack or alongside banh mi and spring rolls in lunch combos.
Personalized Event Catering Touch
Event catering includes personal coordination from Nick to tailor portion sizes, backed by punctual, friendly delivery straight from family owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there vegan, gluten-free, or allergy-friendly options?
Yes. The kitchen provides extensive vegan and gluten-free choices, including vegan broth, mushroom and green veggie pho, salt-and-pepper tofu dishes, and eggplant bao buns. Broths are prepared without soy, accommodating soy allergies.
Can you get smaller pho portions or snack sizes?
Yes. Along with full-sized bowls, smaller pho cups are available as snacks or paired in lunch combos with items like banh mi and spring rolls.
Does Saigon Street Eats offer catering for events?
Yes. Saigon Street Eats provides catering packages for birthdays, private parties, and corporate events, accommodating large groups with both meat and entirely vegan menus.
Can I order takeaway or delivery instead of dining in?
Yes. The restaurant offers both dine-in seating and carefully packed takeout and delivery options.
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