Restaurant
Thy Thy Counter and Canteen
60-66 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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60-66 Victoria St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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Thy Thy Counter and Canteen gives Victoria Street a bright, retro-diner upgrade with generous Vietnamese staples that spare your wallet. Sunlight pours through the wide-open dining room, leaving plenty of elbow room even during peak lunch rushes. Regulars make a beeline for the traditional cơm tấm—a broken rice plate stacked with pork meatloaf, shredded pork skin, a runny egg, and a charred grilled pork chop with sweet fish sauce. Crisp spring rolls and salt and chilli quail anchor the center of the table, rounded out by thin-crusted banana fritters paired with vanilla ice cream.
- Retro Diner Setting: A bright, open dining room with retro diner styling that never feels cramped even when busy.
- Traditional Cơm Tấm: Classic broken rice plates layered with charred pork chop, pork meatloaf, shredded skin, and a runny egg.
- Pocket-Friendly Comfort: Generous Vietnamese staples, crispy banana fritters, and friendly bill-splitting near North Richmond station.
What's On at Thy Thy Counter and Canteen
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Thy Thy Counter and Canteen
Generous Vietnamese classics, sunlit open seating, and an easygoing retro canteen atmosphere in Richmond.
Generous Servings at Pocket-Friendly Prices
Generous servings of Vietnamese comfort staples like traditional broken rice platters and banana fritters provide authentic dining at approachable price points.
Modern Vietnamese restaurant with generous servings and pocket friendly pricing.
Ming Standout Vietnamese Canteen Favourites
The kitchen delivers crowd favourites from vibrant fresh salads to well-crafted spring rolls and dipping sauces that consistently hit the spot.
The best I have had in Australia.
Oze Kid Sunlit and Uplifting Ambience
An open dining area with abundant natural light creates an inviting, unhurried space to unwind over a relaxed lunch or dinner.
It just mesmerised me to sit and enjoy a meal on such a day.
Shai N Easygoing and Unhurried Atmosphere
An easygoing, vibrant room ensures guests never feel crowded or rushed, offering a refreshing and casual retreat.
the ambience is rather easy
Thilo Big, Spacious Layout with Room to Breathe
The dining room features a wide, open footprint that provides comfortable seating and breathing room even during busy peak hours.
I am surprised by how big and spacious the place was when I entered the venue.
Eouea eats Cool Retro Diner Setting
A cool, diner-style renovation updates traditional canteen dining into a stylish, energetic environment.
The retro renovated version of today - diner in style is cool.
Oze Kid
Most popular items
Customer favourites and standout Vietnamese staples
Spring Rolls
Just make sure you add some spring rolls! The best I have had in Australia.
Oze Kid Grilled Pork Chop
The grilled pork chop was juicy, charred, sweet and pairs well with their fish sauce.
Eouea eats Vietnamese Broken Rice
For when you missed Vietnamese broken rice served in the traditional way, with pork meat loaf, shredded pork skin, pickled vegetables, sunny-side-up egg with a runny yolk, a biggish grill pork chop and all, at a pocket friendly price of $15.
Ming Lemon Grass Prawns
I really loved the lemon grass prawns
Shai N
Before you head over
Practical advice on group transit, dining comfort, and ordering highlights
Arriving and Paying as a Group
Take advantage of bill splitting accommodated by friendly staff, and easily access the restaurant via a short five-minute walk from North Richmond station.
Spacious Seating During Busy Hours
Enjoy relaxed seating without feeling rushed or crowded, as the open, light-filled dining hall stays comfortable even during busy stretches.
Ordering Recommended Sides
Round out your meal with classic sides like the acclaimed spring rolls or dessert banana fritters, which complement the traditional mains.
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