Best Pho Restaurants in East Harlem
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Bangklyn East Harlem
Southeast Asian noodle shop where pho-like bowls share space with Thai comfort dishes and racks of curated vintage clothing.
Notable Picks
8.4
Thai and Southeast Asian comfort food spot where the Morning Market Noodle and other brothy bowls eat like pho-adjacent soups in a space that doubles as a vintage clothing shop. It’s the move when you want a richer, more layered noodle bowl experience with strong reviews and real neighborhood buzz.
Must-Try Dishes:
Morning Market Noodle, Tamarind Coconut Milk Noodle with Crab, Southern Fried Chicken
What Makes it Special: Southeast Asian noodle shop where pho-like bowls share space with Thai comfort dishes and racks of curated vintage clothing.
Worthy Picks
#2
Spice Noodle
7.6
Compact Lexington Avenue noodle shop listed as Vietnamese that runs a broad menu including pho and wok dishes with takeout-friendly service. It’s best when you lean into a hot bowl of pho or a vermicelli special and treat it as a quick, affordable stop rather than a destination meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Bo (beef noodle soup), Bun cha, Bun xao lunch special
What Makes it Special: A budget-friendly noodle counter where a bowl of pho or vermicelli can anchor a fast, filling meal.