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    Main Street Pho

    4.1 (196 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Payal P.

    This place is now my new go-to pho place. It's located right on Main Street in Manayunk. It's pretty small on the inside. I was able to snag a table for me and my stroller. The Vietnamese coffee was really delicious. It came out so strong and really the perfect temperature to sip on. The wait staff was very attentive. They made my baby and I feel very welcome especially by letting us move to a bigger table when a customer left since the stroller took up so much room. I ended up ordering the Bún bò Huế which is my go to when the weather is meh. I was a bit disappointed they didn't make it come out super spicy. The server gave me extra chili oil for the dish which kind of helped. They also included the beans, jalapenos, and lime with this dish. It was such a big portion that I ended up taking some home with me. They were so kind that they poured my soup for me in a bowl. They also brought me complementary macaroons which honestly made my day. I love those two guys that were working that day and I will be back there again for their legendary Bún bò Huế.

    Beef Pho Special
    Aron J.

    Stayed a friend's place nearby and went here for lunch. Small restaurant in a cozy downtown area. Tried their special pho and have no complaints. Pho was flavorful. All the meats and toppings were great as well. Would recommend coming here for those craving cozy soup days.

    Grilled pork banh mi
    Meredith R.

    I was so engrossed in conversation with a new friend, I neglected to take a photo of my pho. So I'll tell you about it. The broth was weaker than my preference. But with a squirt of this, and two squirts of that, it improved significantly. I complain that many restaurants overload the bowl with noodles. To their credit, Main Street doesn't. And their grilled chicken was quite tasty. T and I shared a roast pork banh mi sandwich which was neither the best I've had, nor the worst. The roll was crisp, but fillings a little sparse. With all considered, I designate 3.43 stars to tonight's meal. Since I'm feeling magnanimous, I'll round up to four stars! When I return -- and I likely will -- I'll follow the lead of a fellow at the next table. His dish he said, tasted as good as it looked: lemon grass shrimp with vegetables and rice noodles.

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    Rebecca F.

    One of the cheaper restaurant options in Manayunk. Free parking on Sun, but otherwise it's not too hard to find street parking all around. Pros: -got the 'special' pho - pretty standard, nothing really blew me a away -seating inside and outside -fast service Cons: -pricey for some basic Pho -3% credit card surcharge. Can avoid by paying cash or via Venmo. Kind of ridiculous in this day in age -wish it came with more meat Conclusion - if you really want Pho and you are in this area then I guess this is an ok option. Not a great value for what you get though. Otherwise @Ramen would be my suggestion a few blocks down.

    Gerald S.

    Main Street Manayunk is looking great these days with terrific streetlife from end to end. Main Street Pho is one of the multitude of options. Outdoor seating for good weather days and a pleasant Asian vibe dining room for anytime. As a first timer I went with the basics-Grilled Chicken Pho, while my companions had beef pho and Grilled Pork Banh Mi Sandwich which they shared and gave me a taste. While the grilled side plate of chicken was quite good, particularly with a dip in the hoisin/sriracha mix, the broth was weak. It needed more time simmering in the pot with a whole lot more spices to bring the flavor up to par. A little lemongrass seasoning would have gone a long way. The Banh Mi was okay with pleasant grilled bbq flavor, but again light on the other ingredients (daikon, carrot, cilantro) that give these classic sandwiches the combination of taste and texture that make them famous. I've been on a Vietnamese cuisine kick of late, eating in about a half dozen over the past month. Sad to say, Main Street Pho falls on the lower end of my exploration due to lack of richness in the broth and a need for more substance in the Banh Mi. There is a lot more on the menu, so it is probable that there are some winners there, but first impressions being important, this house did not quite reach the standards I was hoping for. Still, don't sleep on Manayunk. There is plenty there to keep you entertained. 3.5 Slurpy Stars

    Grilled Shrimp Pho Fresh Summer Rolls (2)
    Crystal T.

    What Can I Say!! Phenomenal the food is always scrumptious, 10 out of 10!! The service was superb they were very attentive. The spot is a nice and quaint. Very clean... check out my pics!! Yummy!!

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    Shanel S.

    Food is delicious! Next time I will definitely ask for more of the hot/hoisin combo. Cute little place, maybe 10 tables. I got to go and it was perfect. Still hot and flavorful with all the proper fixings. My food was ready when I arrived and they do have Venmo pay. They up charge for credit cards so cash or Venmo it! Drive slow to find it and once you have, you will always remember. I would return.

    KhanhMy V.

    I was in the area and ended up here for convenience. It's a pretty decent place for pho and bun bo hue. Considering the location, I was surprised that the pho was pretty good. The bun bo hue was quite authentic, minus the blood cube and pork feet option. It isn't as spicy as other places, though. But overall, pretty good stuff. Price-wise, it is a lot higher than most other pho places. I honestly wouldn't come here as my first or second choice for pho or Vietnamese. There are plenty of good places in South Philly.

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    Sharika M.

    (+) I am not sure how they made a vegetable pho SO FLAVORFUL! Amazing!!! Pure magic!!! The peanut sauce that came with the summer rolls was pretty on spot! A good balance of salty and sweet. (-) The restaurant could use some cleaning, floors and tables were dirty which was a bit unappetizing when my eyes met the floor.

    Spicy Lemongrass with chicken
    Shifa A.

    We were exploring this area and after climbing up and down some Manayunk hills we needed a quick bite, I yelped some spots and decided to drive to this spot. Cute spot with a few tables outside, my SO asked for a outdoor seating and we were lucky enough to be seated almost immediately. I couldn't decide between the shaken beef and the spicy lemongrass chicken, the owner/server advised that the lemongrass chick was more popular, and my SO got the grilled chicken banh mi with mango bubble tea. Although my order came out a good 5-7 minutes before my SOs banh mi, the portion was large enough for both of us to share. Definitely a good spot to get a few bites.

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    Morgan H.

    Quick and kind service with yummy heart warming food! Best winter meal! We will be returning soon!

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    Best bahn mi in Manayunk! We love their pork and tofu bahn mi and their pork dumplings as well.

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    Absolutely delicious! I highly recommend this place, their meat was very fresh and delicious

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    From NY visiting family in Philly. Went to Hoser's for Birthday lunch. Great experience and vegan food! Can't wait to go back!

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    I have always thought the concept of Pho was weird...but this place made me live it !! Great food and short wait times.

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    the food was alright but they overcharged my credit card - instead of a $10 tip charged me for a $100 tip. definitely was not that good.

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