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Thien Nga

118 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

Recommended by 67 people

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118 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia

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+61 3 9428 8881
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Thien Nga

Victoria Street is lined with noodle joints, but Thien Nga stands apart with bubbling stone-pot pho and crackling bánh xèo. The kitchen skips pre-fried shortcuts. Orders of cơm tấm arrive with thick-cut pork chops and savory pork loaf over broken rice. Soup purists gravitate toward the pho thố đá—steaming broth poured into a heated stone pot with sliced meats served on the side to cook right at the table. Regulars swear by the crisp Vietnamese pancakes, mini bánh khọt, and a dedicated vegan menu that never skimps on depth. Between the free tea and easy family hospitality, plates come out fast and fragrant.

  • Sizzling Stone-Pot Pho: Broth arrives sizzling in a heated stone pot with meats served on the side to cook at the table.
  • Fresh Cơm Tấm: Thick-cut pork chops and savory steamed pork loaf paired over traditional broken rice.
  • Bánh Xèo & Bánh Khọt: Crispy, golden Vietnamese egg pancakes and mini prawn bánh khọt paired with abundant herbs.
  • Dedicated Vegan Menu: A standalone plant-based menu featuring vegan broken rice and noodle soups without sacrificing flavor.
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Why Diners Choose Thien Nga

Sizzling stone-pot broths, a dedicated vegan selection, and warm multigenerational service on Victoria Street.

  • Stone-Pot Broth That Stays Piping Hot

    Soup noodles are brought to the table in heat-retaining stone pots, keeping broth piping hot throughout the entire meal.

    The soup noodles are served in a stone pot which elevates them so much because it keeps it steaming hot the whole time.

    Stella Que

  • Crispy Banh Xeo and Balanced Broken Rice

    Classic staples like banh xeo and broken rice are prepared with crisp, balanced textures that rival regional street favorites.

    The banh xeo was authentic yet bedazzling, crunchy yet soft. The broken rice was perfectly broken and perfectly nice.

    John Zhu

  • Clear Accommodations for Vegan Diners

    Dining groups with plant-based eaters can order seamlessly thanks to a dedicated, standalone vegan menu.

    Vegans and vegetarians are well catered to with a clear menu set out for us.

    Gregory Ducayne

  • Generous Herb Plates and Plant-Based Specialties

    Herb-rich salads and plant-based broken rice bring authentic Vietnamese flavors to both vegan and mixed groups.

    Generous servings of herbs and very flavourful salads. Highly recommend their specialties the banh khot, so crispy and unique. There is also a fully vegan menu to choose from.

    Yan Tan Danny Lam

  • Old-World Charm and Multigenerational Warmth

    Multigenerational owners provide genuine hospitality and personal connection that evoke comforting memories.

    It’s not often you get this sort of friendly old world charm that Thien Nga offers

    Reggie Chang (Changy)

  • Attentive Family Care During Late Dinners

    Welcoming family owners deliver attentive floor service and late-night bowls when other spots have closed.

    I definatetly came back Thien Nga restaurant more times after that day because the owners are very kind husband and wife.

    Chloe B

Signature authentic dishes beloved by Victoria Street diners

  • Pho

    By far the best pho and BBH I've had on Victoria St. The soup noodles are served in a stone pot which elevates them so much because it keeps it steaming hot the whole time.

    Stella Que

  • Banh Xeo

    The banh xeo was authentic yet bedazzling, crunchy yet soft.

    John Zhu

  • Broken Rice

    The combination pork chop with broken rice are great. Pork loaf is so delicious.

    Dan

  • Banh Khot

    Highly recommend their specialties the banh khot, so crispy and unique.

    Yan Tan Danny Lam

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful dining touches and authentic traditions at Thien Nga

  • Sizzling Stone-Pot Noodle Service

    Noodle soups like pho and bun bo Hue are delivered to the table in sizzling stone pots with ingredients separated, keeping the broth steaming hot from the first bite to the last.

  • Dedicated Plant-Based Menu

    Plant-based diners receive an extensive, dedicated vegan menu featuring specialty dishes like vegan broken rice rather than standard menu workarounds.

  • Complimentary Table Tea

    Guests are welcomed with complimentary hot tea served at the table as part of the restaurant's hospitable dining experience.

  • Multigenerational Family Hospitality

    The family owners actively engage guests with nostalgic conversation, personal care, and thoughtful menu suggestions such as portion sharing.

Before you head over

Practical advice for ordering stone pot pho, dietary options, and preparation details at Thien Nga.

  • Add Ingredients Promptly to Stone Pot Pho

    Broth arrives bubbling hot in a Korean-style stone pot with raw meats and toppings served on a separate plate, so add your ingredients promptly to cook them in the broth.

  • Ask for the Dedicated Vegan Menu

    The kitchen has a dedicated, separate vegan menu offering plant-based versions of classics like broken rice, making ordering straightforward for mixed groups.

  • Expect Dishes Without Coriander

    Note that the kitchen does not serve coriander with its noodle soups, even if pictured in menu photography.

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