Business Details
15 Years
experience
Authentic Vietnamese Pho & Cuisine in Sydney
Since 2011, I Love Pho has been dedicated to delivering authentic Vietnamese cuisine to Sydney residents, combining traditional recipes with contemporary culinary techniques. Our signature dish, beef pho noodle broth, is simmered for 24 hours with herbs and spices, attracting loyal patrons from across the region. We prioritise fresh, locally sourced ingredients, offering gluten-free, Halal-certified, and vegan options to cater to diverse dietary needs. Our Crows Nest restaurant provides a stylish bamboo-themed dining experience, complemented by live music on Saturdays.Through our catering division, Chao Catering, we extend our restaurant-quality Vietnamese dishes to corporate events and private functions, ensuring the same commitment to quality and authenticity. With over a decade of experience, we maintain rigorous standards in food preparation, safety, and customer service, adapting to challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic through contactless delivery and innovative meal solutions.
Services
Pho Noodle Soup
Banquet Catering
Vegan Menu
Gluten-Free Options
Live Music Events
Corporate Catering
Takeaway Delivery
Dine-In Experience
DIY Noodle Packs
Halal-Certified Meals
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour slow-cooked pho broth using traditional Vietnamese recipes
- Our menu includes gluten-free, Halal-certified, and vegan options
- We provide live music entertainment every Saturday evening
- Chao Catering delivers restaurant-quality Vietnamese food to corporate events
- We won multiple customer awards for best pho in Sydney
Associations and certifications
- Halal Certified
What people say
Best pho in Sydney
Amazing freshness
Delicious vegan options
Friendly staff
Consistent quality
Services
Pho Noodle Soup
Our signature pho features beef broth slow-cooked for 24 hours with aromatic herbs and spices. Available with premium Wagyu, chicken, or vegan options, this traditional Vietnamese dish delivers deep umami flavors in every bowl. The gluten-free broth forms the foundation for Sydney's most authentic pho experience.
Banquet Catering
Chao Catering provides restaurant-quality Vietnamese cuisine for corporate events and private functions. Our menus feature diverse options including Halal, gluten-free, and vegan dishes. We serve groups of all sizes with delivery available across Sydney, offering buffet, bento, or live cooking station presentations.
Vegan Menu
We offer an extensive vegan menu featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes recreated without animal products. Options include vegan pho, stir-fries, and rice paper rolls using fresh produce and innovative substitutes. All vegan dishes maintain authentic flavors while meeting strict dietary requirements.
Gluten-Free Options
Our kitchen prepares dedicated gluten-free meals using alternative ingredients like rice noodles and tamari. We maintain strict cross-contamination protocols to ensure safety for gluten-sensitive customers. Over 80% of our menu offers gluten-free versions of classic Vietnamese dishes.
Live Music Events
Every Saturday evening, our Crows Nest restaurant hosts live music performances that create a vibrant dining atmosphere. This weekly feature enhances the dining experience while maintaining focus on our authentic Vietnamese cuisine and attentive service.
People
Emma Nguyen
Founder
Emma Nguyen established I Love Pho in 2011 to share authentic Vietnamese cuisine with Sydney. With extensive hospitality experience, she developed the restaurant's signature pho recipe and expanded into catering through Chao Catering.
Quan
Store Manager
Quan oversees daily restaurant operations, ensuring consistent service quality and customer satisfaction. He manages the front-of-house team while maintaining the restaurant's welcoming atmosphere that complements its culinary offerings.
Chef Khai
Head Chef
Chef Khai leads kitchen operations, perfecting traditional Vietnamese recipes while innovating new dishes. His culinary expertise ensures every plate maintains authenticity while meeting modern quality standards.
Questions
What makes your pho broth special?
Our pho broth simmers for 24 hours with premium ingredients and traditional spices, creating deep umami flavors that customers consistently rate as Sydney's best.
Do you cater for dietary restrictions?
Yes, we offer comprehensive gluten-free, Halal-certified, and vegan options across our entire menu while maintaining authentic Vietnamese flavors.
Can you cater corporate events?
Chao Catering provides Vietnamese cuisine for corporate functions, offering buffet service, bento boxes, or live cooking stations with delivery across Sydney.
What are your operating hours?
We serve daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM for both dine-in and takeaway, with live music entertainment every Saturday evening.
Do you offer takeaway options?
Yes, we provide contactless takeaway and delivery with full menu availability, including our popular DIY Vietnamese noodle packs for home preparation.
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