Pho Hanoi 1979 Sydney
704A George St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
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Pho Hanoi 1979 Sydney offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of Haymarket, NSW. The restaurant provides a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests to enjoy traditional dishes.
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Reviews (5)
Nice food. I love the bún chả here, the flavor is very authentic. The staff are friendly overall, but once a staff member poked my back while carrying two coconuts through a very narrow corridor. It didn’t hurt, but it felt a bit awkward. Because of that, I’m giving this place 4 stars, but I would definitely come back.
Reasonable prices and delicious food, with very friendly staff. I really enjoyed a tasty bowl of pho here. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the ingredients were fresh. Overall, a great place for a satisfying and comforting meal.
The food is amazing. I highly recommend Bun cha, which tastes as flavory and authentic as the one back in Vietnam. Also tried Bun bo hue, the flavor was quite light, still good though. The atmosphere is comfortable enough, with a beautiful green wall at the back, I would love to sit there next time. As a Vietnamese, I would say this place is worth trying.
Having visited this establishment three times, I particularly enjoyed their Bún chả. It was one of the best I have tried in Sydney and evoked memories of Hanoi. The sugar cane juice was also exceptional, refreshing when mixed with lemon and infused with durian for a more adventurous flavour.
The phở here is clean, light, and very true to the North — not sweet, not too herby, and the broth is very clear. It does contain quite a bit of MSG, so if you’re sensitive to it, definitely let them know because my friend felt dizzy afterwards. For me, it was totally fine, and MSG is safe to consume, but everyone reacts differently. We also tried the bún chả, which was okay but not particularly special. The bánh mì was solid and surprisingly decent for a CBD spot. One big highlight is that they serve fried dough sticks (quẩy) with the phở — just like in Northern Vietnam, which made it feel super authentic. Their sugarcane drinks are another must-try. So refreshing and really high quality. Overall, good prices, clean flavours, and a convenient Haymarket/CBD location. If you want to try Northern-style phở in Sydney, this is one of the best places to start.