Phở Pasteur is a beloved Vietnamese eatery famous for its cuisine, generous portions, and fast service, a go to spot for authentic, comforting Vietnamese dishes in the heart of the Sydney. It thoroughly takes me back to the times I have spent in Vietnam.

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This place is one of my go-tos in Sydney whenever I have some free time or a break from work, or just need a flavourful meal or snack. Consistently delicious and comforting, it’s somewhere I always look forward to returning. This post is written over several visits, though the dishes remain just as good each time.

At Phở Pasteur, all the essential condiments for a great Vietnamese meal are provided on the table, along with complimentary green tea to enjoy with your dishes.

I’m a fiend for rice paper rolls, I absolutely adore them. They’re one of my favourite quick lunchtime snacks here in Sydney, and at Phở Pasteur, the pork version is made with a flavourful pork sausage. Paired with their homemade, slightly spicy, peanut and hoisin sauce, they’re filling and delicious.

Of course, if pork isn’t your preference, chicken rice paper rolls are also available. These rolls, made simply with poached chicken, vermicelli, and mint, aren’t as flavourful as the pork ones, but that spicy peanut hoi sin dipping sauce adds a welcome kick.

Continuing with the spring roll theme, we try the prawn version. Honestly, they aren’t the strongest of choices, the prawns are a little dry, as is the super crunchy wrapper. Served with cocktail sauce (though I’d prefer nước chấm), they’re still tasty enough overall.

The net rice vermicelli with seafood spring rolls are another one of my choices at Phở Pasteur. They’re tasty and satisfying, though for me, these rolls don’t quite reach the same level as the… Northern Spring Rolls.

The Northern spring rolls are my absolute favourite here. I love their version, packed with pork, mushrooms, vegetables, and vermicelli. The best way I like to enjoy them, is wrapped in butter lettuce, with a sprig of mint, then dipped into the beautiful sweet, salty, spicy, nước chấm dipping sauce served alongside.

While not a traditionally a Vietnamese dish, the satay grilled chicken skewers are fantastic. The chicken is tender and juicy, while the satay sauce is rich and flavourful, making it a wonderful option on the menu.

Of course, who can resist some incredible minced prawn wrapped in sugar cane! This dish is served with net vermicelli noodles, which I love to wrap with the prawn in crisp lettuce leaves before dipping into the tangy nước chấm sauce.

Vietnamese pancake or bánh xèo has always been a favourite Vietnamese dish of mine. The pancake, made with rice flour, is stuffed with fried pork, prawns and bean sprouts and fried until its crispy. While the Phở Pasteur version is a little crispier than I have usually had it, its delicious nonetheless.

The rice vermicelli with grilled pork and spring roll is a new addition to the menu. Unfortunately on my visit, they had run out of spring rolls but substituted it with an extra grilled pork meatball. The meatballs and pickled vegetables were served in a peppery version of nước chấm, the sweet, spicy, and salty sauce. While tasty, the pepper was unusually strong for Vietnamese cuisine. I mixed in vermicelli, bean sprouts, and herbs, balancing the flavours, and happily devoured the dish.

The steamed rice paper with pork sausage is another standout. The rice paper is soft and silky, while the fried shallots add a satisfying crunch. Fresh cucumber, carrot, and bean sprouts balance the rich, flavourful pork sausage beautifully. It’s all a served alongside some cha lua – or Vietnamese luncheon meat which has a mild pork flavour.

You can’t go to a restaurant that has phở in it’s title without sampling it! While I’m not usually one to order soup when dining out, this cool Spring day convinced me to give it a try. You can order this with medium or raw cooked beef. It’s good, though the stock is not as bold in flavour as I’d hoped, likely tailored for Australian palates. That’s where the condiments come in handy, so I add lemon, hoisin, and fish sauce to bring the flavours into balance to how I would like it. The rice noodles are perfectly cooked and the beef is oh so soft and tender.

If you’re in Sydney and craving authentic Vietnamese food, be sure to visit Phở Pasteur. With consistently delicious dishes and great value, it’s a spot that’s unlikely to disappoint.

Phở Pasteur, 709 George St, Sydney.

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