ZipPicks Awards
Best Pho in Bensonhurst
Master Critic Review
Pho 86
8.1
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A no-frills Bath Beach Vietnamese staple where the move is ordering classic pho and eating it immediately for peak noodle texture. It’s best as a straightforward soup mission—one big bowl, minimal extras, and you’re out happy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Train Pho (Extra Big Bowl), Grilled Chicken with Rice, Vietnamese Coffee
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7.4
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Big-bowl, classic pho in a simple, no-drama format.
Who should go: Budget pho loyalists and fast soup fixes
When to visit: Off-peak afternoons for the quickest turnaround
What to order: Train Pho, grilled chicken rice plate, Vietnamese coffee
Insider tip: Ask for herbs and condiments on the side to control balance.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Primarily street parking along Bath Ave and nearby side streets; generally manageable during off-peak hours but tighter in the evening.
Dress code: Very casual — everyday clothes, workwear, or takeout-mode attire all fit in.
Noise level: Moderate — steady dining-room hum, but easy to hold a normal conversation.
Weekend wait: 15–25 minutes during peak dinner hours
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait or a very short one
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Limited — vegetable pho and a few rice or noodle options without meat
Vegan options: Very limited — possible with modifications, but broth depth is meat-focused
Gluten-free options: Partial — pho rice noodles are gluten-free, but cross-contact is possible
Best For
Better for: Quick, affordable pho with generous portions and no-frills efficiency.
Skip if: You want a polished dining room, broad Vietnamese menu exploration, or vegetarian-forward options.