Restaurant
Thanh Ha 2
120 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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120 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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Thanh Ha 2 bypasses trend-chasing to dish out Richmond’s crispiest bánh xèo at neighborly prices. Victoria Street is crowded with pho shops, but regulars pack this compact dining room for large-format sharing. A steaming thermos of Chinese tea hits the table right away, followed quickly by plates of herb-packed rice paper rolls, comforting beef pho, and dropped crab noodles. The showstopper remains the skillet-fried pancake—cracking open with pork, prawns, and bean sprouts meant for tearing by hand and wrapping in crisp lettuce leaves. Deep sips of custard apple smoothie round out the table before the fast-moving staff clears room for the next round.
- Crispy Bánh Xèo: Oversized, crackling rice-flour pancakes packed with pork and prawns, built for communal table sharing with heaps of fresh herbs.
- Massive Portions: Hefty servings across noodles, rice platters, and shared dishes make group dining affordable and guarantee plenty to take home.
- Table Thermos of Tea: Tables receive complimentary hot Chinese tea right away, setting an unpretentious, welcoming tone before orders land.
- Broad Regional Specialties: An extensive menu covers rare finds like dropped crab noodle soup alongside custard apple smoothies and full vegetarian options.
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Why Dine at Thanh Ha 2
Discover why locals return to Thanh Ha 2 for comforting Vietnamese classics and communal dining.
Signature Crispy Bánh Xèo
Fresh, crisp skillet-fried bánh xèo is served in generous sizes paired with lettuce, mint, and dipping sauces.
One of the best vietnamese pancake / banh xeo in Melbourne! Large and generous portions at affordable priced.
Vivien M Abundant Portions and Fast Value
Generous portions of traditional soups, broken rice, and noodle bowls deliver dependable Vietnamese comfort at accessible prices.
Food serving is generous. Price is reasonable. Service is fast.
Thean Sim (Simon) Communal Feasting with Family and Friends
Large shared platters and oversized pancakes make the venue ideal for communal dining among groups and families.
A fantastic spot for casual dining with family and friends.
Dan Siriman Generous Table-Sharing Experience
Substantial plate sizes and banquet-style dishes allow tables to share comfortably and take home leftovers.
Fantastic authentic Vietnamese food with portion sizes to feed you for lunch the next day.
james young Complimentary Hot Table Tea
Every table receives a complimentary carafe of hot Chinese tea, creating a welcoming and relaxed start to the meal.
It was also really nice to have the free thermos of tea, which I don’t think I’ve had at Vietnamese restaurants before but was very welcome!
Stephanie Hall Specialty Sweets and Tropical Smoothies
The multi-page menu offers regional specialties and tropical fruit drinks like custard apple smoothies rarely found at standard venues.
Side note, I really appreciate that they do have custard apple smoothie — it’s one of my favourite drinks but I’ve only found it — or soursop — at a handful of Vietnamese restaurants I’ve been to.
Stephanie Hall
Most popular items
Authentic, comforting Vietnamese classics and oversized crispy savory pancakes
Bánh Xèo
Probably the best Vietnamese pancake you’ll find on Victoria Street.
Dan Siriman Sugarcane Prawn Vermicelli
The sugar cane prawn rice vermicelli was extremely tasty and the accompanied fish sauce was pack with flavours!
gaeynhighar suksatit Beef Pho
The Beef Pho was rich and comforting
Gena star Bánh Khọt
mini pancakes were my favorite . The combination of the lettuce and mint with the crunchy pancake base and tasty filling.
Rigoniman Rigoni
Other favorites
Traditional fruit shakes, sweet finishes, and refreshing beverage accompaniments
Custard Apple Smoothie
custard apple smoothie
Stephanie Hall Banana Fritter
I had the best banana fritter of my life here. It came out piping hot from the fryer.
Sandra Weng Complimentary Table Tea
It was also really nice to have the free thermos of tea, which I don’t think I’ve had at Vietnamese restaurants before but was very welcome!
Stephanie Hall Vietnamese Iced Coffee
Vietnamese iced coffee - strong and sweet. I diluted it with iced water but loved the taste
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Frequently Asked Questions
How large are the Vietnamese pancakes (bánh xèo), and how are they served?
The crispy bánh xèo is very large and best shared between diners. It comes with fresh lettuce, herbs, and dipping sauce to wrap and eat family-style.
What should you expect regarding portion sizes?
Portions here are substantial and often provide enough food to take home as leftovers, so consider pacing your order when trying multiple dishes.
Is tea provided at the table?
Tables are served a complimentary thermos of Chinese tea to enjoy with your meal.
Does the menu accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets?
Yes, the restaurant offers dedicated vegetarian and vegan options, including bun rieu chay, vegetarian pho, and broken rice dishes.
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