Strong broth
The pho broth is repeatedly praised, with one review calling it fantastic alongside tender beef and fresh herbs.
Pho Bo Vietnamese Cuisine
Al Barsha
Pho Bo Vietnamese Cuisine is a Vietnamese fast food cafe in Al Barsha, with a Hanoi street-cafe feel and a menu centred on pho. Reviews point especially to the Northern-style pho, tender beef, fresh herbs and crisp spring rolls, with mango drinks adding a refreshing side.
Reputation Score
5.0
★★★★★
119 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Tender beef
Reviewers describe the pho beef as tenderloin-soft, lean and well-portioned rather than fatty.
Fresh ingredients
Customers specifically mention top-quality ingredients, fresh herbs and food that tastes freshly prepared.
Vegan choices
The vegan broth, spring rolls and vegan stir-fried noodles give plant-based diners several clearly mentioned options.
Flexible spice
Orders can be personalised for extra spice, which is useful if you prefer a hotter bowl.
Reusable tableware
One customer appreciated the reusable bowls and utensils in the food-court setting because they reduce waste.
Helpful guidance
Several reviews describe the service as friendly and helpful, including useful meal suggestions for first-time visitors.
What to Eat at Pho Bo Vietnamese Cuisine How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Pho Bo Vietnamese Cuisine, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Pho Bo Vietnamese Cuisine got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
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Pho-bo Net +3
“It was my first experience with Pho Bo and definitely not the last one , thank you so much Khang for advising a good meal for me”
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“It was my first experience with Pho Bo and definitely not the last one , thank you so much Khang for advising a good meal for me”February 2025
“It was the first time I ate such a delicious Phobo soup, the broth and noodles are excellent! Everything is very tasty”January 2025
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Beef pho Net +1
“the food is delicious especially the beef pho i love it i wish i could eat it everyday the staff are amazing”
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“the food is delicious especially the beef pho i love it i wish i could eat it everyday the staff are amazing”February 2025
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Chicken bao Net +1
“The Pho and the chicken bao is my favorite combination.”
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“The Pho and the chicken bao is my favorite combination.”February 2025
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Northern pho Net +1
“Pricey for pho even when compared to USA prices. Rent must be expensive. The broth was tasty and the beef portions were good. Northern pho doesn't use hoisin and I was sad they did not have any available, but it satisfied my craving for pho.”
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“Pricey for pho even when compared to USA prices. Rent must be expensive. The broth was tasty and the beef portions were good. Northern pho doesn't use hoisin and I was sad they did not have any available, but it satisfied my craving for pho.”April 2025
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Northern style pho Net +1
“Delicious Northern style pho. Spring rolls and mango smoothie were also great.”
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“Delicious Northern style pho. Spring rolls and mango smoothie were also great.”May 2025
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Pho chaysoup Net +1
“I ordered pho cHAYsoup. SIMPLY AMAZING GOI CUON spring rolls are so fresh”
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“I ordered pho cHAYsoup. SIMPLY AMAZING GOI CUON spring rolls are so fresh”February 2025
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Pho tai lan Net +1
“Pho Tai Lan is so yummy, mango shake is very fresh. You must try it”
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“Pho Tai Lan is so yummy, mango shake is very fresh. You must try it”February 2025
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Tom yum Net +1
“The Tom Yum was amazing. Great taste, highly recommend it.”
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“The Tom Yum was amazing. Great taste, highly recommend it.”February 2025
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Vegan stir-fried noodles Net +1
“Wonderfull staff andd great vegan options: vegan broth, springrolls and vegan stir-fried noodles. Love it every time.”
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“Wonderfull staff andd great vegan options: vegan broth, springrolls and vegan stir-fried noodles. Love it every time.”December 2024
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Branded coffee Net +1
“This cafe is a real find for lovers of Vietnam cuisine! Fragrant pho-bo with the most tender beef, crispy spring rolls with sauce and branded coffee with a bright taste conquered from the first bite. Cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make every visit unforgettable - I will definitely come back again! 😊🍜”
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“This cafe is a real find for lovers of Vietnam cuisine! Fragrant pho-bo with the most tender beef, crispy spring rolls with sauce and branded coffee with a bright taste conquered from the first bite. Cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make every visit unforgettable - I will definitely come back again! 😊🍜”February 2025
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Mango shake Net +1
“Pho Tai Lan is so yummy, mango shake is very fresh. You must try it”
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“Pho Tai Lan is so yummy, mango shake is very fresh. You must try it”February 2025
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Mango smoothie Net +1
“Delicious Northern style pho. Spring rolls and mango smoothie were also great.”
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“Delicious Northern style pho. Spring rolls and mango smoothie were also great.”May 2025
Tips for a Better Visit
Add spice. Ask for extra spice if you like more heat; one customer had their order adjusted this way.
Try vegan. Plant-based diners can ask about the vegan broth, spring rolls and vegan stir-fried noodles.
Check hoisin. If hoisin matters to your pho, check availability before ordering; one review found it unavailable.
Consider drinks. Pair the pho with a mango shake or smoothie; both were specifically praised in reviews.
Ask ingredients. If dietary details matter, ask about the ingredients: a reviewer noted that almost all dishes were gluten free.
Plan the visit
Practical details
458X+W9F
Al Barsha - Al Barsha 1, Dubai
Common Concerns
Higher pricing
One diner found the pho pricey, even compared with US prices, despite liking the broth and beef portions.
Hoisin unavailable
A reviewer craving Northern pho was disappointed that hoisin sauce was not available at the time.
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The Bottom Line
Pho Bo Vietnamese Cuisine is a Vietnamese fast food cafe in Al Barsha where pho is the main draw. You can order Northern style pho, Pho Tai Lan, Tom Yum, spring rolls and vegan dishes; reviews most consistently focus on the broth, tender beef, fresh herbs and high-quality ingredients. The pho beef is described as soft, lean tenderloin with no fat, while another diner liked the good-sized beef portions.
Spring rolls also receive specific praise: Goi Cuon is called very fresh, and crispy spring rolls with sauce appear in another review. For a lighter or sweeter pairing, the mango shake and mango smoothie are both mentioned positively. The chicken bao is another customer favourite alongside pho.
There is useful flexibility for different diets and tastes. Reviews mention vegan broth, vegan spring rolls and vegan stir-fried noodles, while one customer says almost all dishes were gluten free and appreciated having ingredients explained. You can also request extra spice.
Service is repeatedly described as friendly and helpful, and the reusable bowls and utensils are a thoughtful touch in the food-court setting. The main caution is price: one reviewer considered the pho expensive, and hoisin sauce was unavailable during that visit. Check if that sauce matters to your order.