Pho 14: one of the best pho in Paris
Welcome to the heart of Paris’s Chinatown, a stone's throw from Place d’Italie, on Avenue de Choisy. This is where Pho 14 is tucked away, an institution for all lovers of authentic Vietnamese cuisine and in particular phở, the famous noodle soup with its aromatic broth. Even before sitting down at your table, you first have to brave the queue that often stretches out in front of the entrance. It's a good sign: here, you eat well, heartily, and at a more than reasonable price.
Traditional Vietnamese cuisine, simmered with heart
Push open the door of Pho 14 in the 13th arrondissement, and the aromas of homemade broth instantly whet your appetite. Seated on stools, regulars bent over their steaming bowls set the tone: here, phở is clearly the star. The menu offers five variations of phở , from the classic to the most daring: raw beef, cooked beef, special beef (with tripe and Vietnamese meatballs), or the chicken version (phở gà), tender and comforting. The vegetarians will not be left out with a meat-free version, but full of flavour (especially when embellished with the suggested garnishes (bean sprouts, Thai basil). We opted for the special beef version, large size and mind you, at Pho 14, even the “small” portion could feed an ogre. The broth is clear, well-flavoured and perfectly balanced. Every mouthful is a delight: the meat melts in the mouth, the noodles are cooked to perfection, and the platter of fresh herbs lets us adjust the flavours to our liking. A truly enjoyable moment.A simple and effective menu, with low prices
Next to the famous pho (count between 8 and 10 € depending on the size and the filling), some starters will whet the appetite: crispy spring rolls, with meat or vegetarian or even complete bo bun for €9.50.
Everything is homemade, unpretentious, but with a precision that one can only appreciate.
As for sweets, desserts remain traditional, such as tapioca pearls with coconut cream, nougats and candied ginger.
A simple, lively, resolutely Vietnamese atmosphere
Here, no ostentatious decor: Pho 14 Get straight to the point. You walk in, settle down quickly, and share a friendly meal in a room that is often packed to the rafters. The atmosphere is warm, lively, sometimes a bit noisy, but that is all part of the charm of this authentically Vietnamese spot. You could be in Hanoi, in a neighbourhood canteen where the food is good and fast, surrounded by families, students and a few tourists who were lucky enough to end up there.Why do we love it?
- An authentic, hearty, tasty pho, served in less than 10 minutes
- Unbeatable prices in the neighborhood
- A no-frills but charming address
- Comforting, fragrant, ultra-generous cuisine
- Pho 14 – 129 avenue de Choisy, 75013 Paris, 17 Rue Molière, 75001 Paris and 8 rue d'Ariane, 77700 Chessy
- Website
- Telephone: 01 45 83 61 15
- Opening hours: Every day, 9am to 11pm continuously
At Pho 14, we come to discover or rediscover the classics of Vietnamese cuisine, and above all, to enjoy ourselves. A must-visit for all pho lovers who want to rediscover the flavors of the authentic recipe.
