Bahn Pho – Vietnamese
Steaming bowls of aromatic broth infused with star anise and charred ginger take center stage at Bahn Pho, where the vibrant energy of a bustling Saigon market meets contemporary comfort. The air is thick with the scent of fresh Thai basil and sizzling lemongrass, inviting diners to linger over a meal defined by the perfect harmony of slow-cooked depth and crisp, garden-fresh brightness.
234 Bloomfield Street, 07030 +1-201-238-2327 https://www.bahnpho.com/Rating: 4.3/5 (130 reviews)
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, vegetarian, kosher, halal, nut-free, vegan, gluten-free, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, heart-healthy, low-fat, paleo, low-sodium, diabetic, mediterranean, whole30, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, clean-eating, dash-sodium-reduced, south-beach, anti-inflammatory, high-fiber, atkins, gerd, tlc, low-fodmap, volumetrics, raw-food, detox, alkaline, zone, carnivore, aip, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, slow-carb, pegan, candida
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its authentic Vietnamese flavors and excellent value, this Hoboken spot is a favorite for diners seeking fresh, high-quality meals. Reviewers rave about the rich, simmered broths in the Pho and Bun Bo Hue, alongside standout dishes like the juicy Banh Mi, flavorful glazed chicken wings, and refreshing lotus salads. While the "no-frills" atmosphere is simple, guests consistently praise the reasonable prices and extensive vegetarian options, with many noting that the food feels made with care and love.
Menu
Appetizers
- Summer Roll (2 pcs): Rice paper, lettuce, vermicelli, peanut sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Weight-Watchers, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Grilled Beef Short Ribs (8 pieces) Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Atkins
- Vietnamese Glazed Chicken Wings: Chicken wings, fish sauce, onions, bell peppers, and butter. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Spring Roll (4 pcs): Minced pork, shrimp, shredded taro, carrots, sweet fish sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Crab Spring Roll (2 pcs): Minced pork, shrimp, crab, shredded taro, carrots, sweet fish sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Papaya Salad: Papaya, shrimp, carrot, daikon, mint, crushed peanut. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Bahn Mi
- Special Pate: Charsiu, pork patty Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Smoked Brisket Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Grilled Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Mains
- Special Pho: 48 hours broth, rice noodle, rare steak, beef shank, brisket, beef ball, cilantro, onion and scallion. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Volumetrics
- Pick Your Own Pho: 48 hours broth Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Volumetrics
- Grilled Meat Pho: 48 hours broth, rice noodle, cilantro, onion, scallion and grilled meat. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Volumetrics
- Spicy Beef Noodle Soup - Bun Bo Hue: Spicy beef broth, pork patty, rare steaks, beef shank well-done brisket, cilantro, onion and scallion, red cabbage. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Volumetrics
- Vermicelli Bowl: Vermicelli noodle, Cucumber, Pickled Carrot and Crushed Peanut. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Rice Bowl: Rice, Cucumber, Pickled Carrot and Fried Egg. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Mayo-Clinic
- Bo Luc Lac - Cube Beef Steak: Rice, Beef, Onion, Bell Pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Lemongrass Chilli Chicken: Rice, Chicken, Lemongrass, Onion, Bell Pepper. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free, Weight-Watchers, Mayo-Clinic
- Fried Rice: Rice, Egg, Carot, Pea Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free
- Pineapple Fried Rice: Soft jasmine rice, egg, carrot, bean, and pineapple. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free
- Pad Thai: Rice noodles, egg, bean sprout, chive, sweet radish, taramind sauce, peanut, lime. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Vegetarian
- Tofu Spring Roll (2 pcs): Tofu, corn, shredded taro, carrots, sweet soy sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Tofu Summer Rolls (2 pcs): Rice paper, Tofu, lettuce, vermicelli, peanut sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegan Bahn Mi: Sate tofu and mushroom, vegan mayo, cilantro, pickled carrot and daikon. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Fried Rice: Rice, Tofu, Carrots, Pea. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Pad Thai: Rice noodles, tofu, bean sprout, chive, sweet radish, taramind sauce, peanut, lime. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegeterian Pho: Vegetable broth, rice noodles, steamed veggies, tofu roll, cilantro, onion and scallion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Spicy Tofu NoodLe Soup: Spicy vegan broth, sate tofu and mushroom, steam vegies, red cabbage, cilantro, onion and scallion. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Lotus Salad: Lotus root, cucumber, mint, pepper, carrot, herbs, and vegan fish sauce, crushed peanut. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegan Vermicelli Bowl: Vermicelli noodle, Tofu, Cucumber, Pickled Carrot and Crushed Peanut. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
Desserts & Drinks
- Flan
- Lemongrass Peach Tea
- Peach Sparkling
- Vietnamese Sparkling
- Thai Tea
Main Attraction
- Clinic in Vietnamese Cuisine - $18: salad w/ raw shaved vegetables w/ kale, broccoli flowerette, spiced pumpkin, barley, green chilli & pepitas on house made life bread with light cottage cheese & free range eggs. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahn Pho
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Special Pho and Spicy Beef Noodle Soup are gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free, while Warm Coconut Custard is gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not include specific hours of operation or current status to confirm if Bahn Pho is open.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Customers celebrate this 4.3/5 rated spot for its authentic Vietnamese flavors, rich simmered broths, extensive vegetarian options, and excellent budget-friendly value.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include Pho, Bun Bo Hue, juicy Banh Mi, glazed chicken wings, lotus salads, and grilled beef short ribs.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features over 20 dishes including Pho and Banh Mi, catering to 43 dietary preferences with extensive vegetarian options.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Bahn Pho has a website at https://www.bahnpho.com/, but there is no specific information provided regarding online ordering capabilities.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Bahn Pho by visiting their website at https://www.bahnpho.com/ for more information regarding this Hoboken restaurant.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers praise the authentic flavors, rich broths in Pho and Bun Bo Hue, juicy Banh Mi, reasonable prices, and extensive vegetarian options.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Reviewers celebrate this budget-friendly ($) spot for its excellent value and reasonable prices, resulting in a 4.3/5 average rating.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This budget-friendly ($) Vietnamese restaurant offers a casual, no-frills atmosphere that reviewers describe as simple and high-value.
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