1 Gia Lai dry pho
– Address: 58 Hoa Su, Ward 7, Phu Nhuan, HCMC
– Opening hours: 06:00–21:00
This Gia Lai dry pho restaurant has become a familiar stop for many diners who love highland cuisine right in the heart of Saigon. Although many different dishes are served, the most commonly called dish is still Gia Lai dry pho – “two-bowl pho”. This unique name comes from the typical way of serving. Including a bowl of dry pho mixed with toppings and a bowl of hot broth served with it, creating an experience that is both unique and full of flavor.
The pho here is eye-catchingly presented, the pho noodles are golden yellow, slightly chewier and softer than Southern noodles, bringing a feeling of both familiarity and newness. The rich, fragrant mixed sauce, mixed with the “full” topping including minced meat, pork fat, quail eggs, shrimp, squid and lean meat, makes it unforgettable for anyone who eats it once. The broth is sweet and has a good taste. When eaten with dry pho, the flavor is even more intense.
In addition to dry pho, the menu is also diverse with Northern pho, vermicelli noodles, chicken vermicelli, noodles and pasta, satisfying all tastes. If you are looking for a taste that is both rustic and unique in Saigon, Gia Lai dry pho here is an option not to be missed.
An attractive bowl of Gia Lai dry pho with golden, soft and chewy pho noodles and a topping layer filled with minced meat, quail eggs, and crispy pork rinds. Illustration photo: iVIVU
2 Hoa Po Lang – Gia Lai Dried Pho
– Address: 207 Tan Son Nhi, Tan Phu, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 06:30–12:30 | 17:30–20:30
Gia Lai Hoa Po Lang dry pho restaurant is a familiar restaurant, loved by many locals. The shop opens early in the morning and is always crowded. Although the space is not too large, it is still airy and comfortable. While many places have changed the flavor, Hoa Po Lang still retains the old tradition, giving diners the authentic experience of Gia Lai dry pho.
The broth at the restaurant is simmered carefully, keeping its natural sweetness without being greasy. Soft pho noodles, rich soy sauce, diverse toppings, especially the meat is always plump and fresh. Friendly space and enthusiastic service style make Hoa Po Lang an address trusted and loved by many diners.
Light, chewy pho noodles, mixed with rich soy sauce, covered with beef, fried onions and green vegetables make everyone crave it. Illustration photo: Lao Dong Newspaper
3 Original Hong Gia Lai Dry Pho
– Address: 92 Phan Xich Long, Ward 1, Binh Thanh, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 07:00–22:00
When it comes to Gia Lai dry pho in Saigon, the name Hong Gia Lai Dry Pho is always passed around by diners as an address not to be missed. Each bowl of pho here has a rich, mountain town flavor. Although the price is a bit higher, the quality of the food makes it worth it to anyone who enjoys it. The restaurant space is spacious, clean, serving many different types of pho such as beef, rare, fried, fried, tendon… to meet all tastes.
What makes the restaurant special is the bowl of hot broth with beef, rare, tendons and plump beef balls. When eating, just add a little black sauce, chili sauce and a few drops of lemon, the flavor suddenly bursts out, both salty and light. Each bowl of pho delivered to the table contains thoughtfulness and affection, making diners feel the hospitality.
A bowl of clear broth, sprinkled with a few slices of pale pink meat, radiating a sweet scent from the stewed bones. Illustration photo: iVIVU
4 Gia Lai Phu dry pho
– Address: 62 Bau Cat 1, Ward 14, Tan Binh, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 06:30–13:30 | 17:00–20:00
Gia Lai Phu dry pho is one of the rare addresses in Saigon that still retains the original flavor of mountain town food. Pho noodles are made from pure rice, dried in the sun, so they are naturally soft and chewy. The broth stewed from the bones for 8 hours has a sweet, rich taste without being greasy. The restaurant serves many attractive options such as rare dry pho, rare, rare, encrusted, and even special pho with poached eggs and boiled blood.
Every bowl of pho here is not only delicious but also a sophisticated culinary experience. The broth is seasoned well, the pho noodles are soft, mixed with the fresh meat flavor and rich toppings. In addition to Gia Lai dry pho, the restaurant also serves Northern pho, dry noodles, and liquid noodles, meeting all the tastes of diners who want a change of pace in the heart of Saigon.
The bowl of dry pho is plump, the color is harmonious between the golden brown of the topping and the bright green of the herbs. Illustration photo: VinWonders
5 Gia Lai Memory Shop
– Address: 76 Hoa Cuc, Ward 7, Phu Nhuan, HCMC
– Opening hours: 07:00–22:30
True to its name, the restaurant specializes in serving Gia Lai specialties such as beef salad, rice rolls, noodle soup, grilled pork vermicelli… and of course the famous Gia Lai dry pho. If you are afraid that the taste of dry pho in Saigon will lose its “mountain town” quality, then you should definitely visit this place once.
The owner is a native of Gia Lai, used to have a famous pho restaurant in his hometown, so each bowl of pho retains the traditional flavor. The pho recipe has been passed down through many generations, bringing a delicious, rustic taste that is difficult for any restaurant to match.
The dry pho menu here is very rich, from pho ball noodle, pho rieu, shredded chicken pho, rare beef pho to diverse topping combinations. With prices ranging from 42,000 – 65,000 VND, it is very suitable for you to enjoy a mountainous meal in the heart of Saigon.
Each soft and chewy pho strand seems to blend into a layer of wavy sauce, creating a unique characteristic of Gia Lai. Illustration photo: Gia Lai
6 Gia Lai Ngoc Thu dry pho
– Address: 697 Le Duc Tho, Ward 16, Go Vap, HCMC
– Opening hours: 07:00–22:30
Gia Lai Ngoc Thu dry pho is a familiar address for those who love the taste of mountain town pho in the heart of Saigon. The special feature of the restaurant lies in the pho noodles, which are as small as noodles but are chewier and firmer. The process of boiling pho requires sophistication, so that the noodles are just cooked, not crushed, not sticky, so that diners can easily blend with hoisin sauce, soy sauce or chili sauce depending on taste. Besides the pho noodles, the clear and sweet broth is the soul of the dish.
The broth is simmered from beef and pork bones for many hours, giving it a naturally sweet, rich taste without being harsh. The aroma of fermented beans blends with the smell of beef and pork, creating a rich, mild yet attractive flavor. The bowl of pho is topped with minced pork, shredded chicken, and fragrant golden fried onions. When eaten with raw vegetables, bean sprouts and basil, the flavor of Gia Lai Ngoc Thu dry pho becomes much more complete.
7 Gia Lai Restaurant
– Address: 132/23 Nguyen Van Thuong, Ward 25, Binh Thanh, HCMC
– Opening hours: 07:00–20:00
In the heart of bustling Saigon, this Gia Lai restaurant still retains the traditional flavors of the highlands. Pho noodles are made entirely from pure rice, dried in the sun, so they have a moderate chewiness and a light rice scent. The broth stewed from the bones for 8 hours has a sweet taste and is the soul that makes the dish unforgettable.
The menu at the restaurant is very diverse: from rare pho, rare, rare, encrusted, encrusted, beef balls to special meals including full meat, poached eggs and blood. Depending on the portion, the price ranges from 50,000 – 60,000 VND, suitable for both a quick breakfast or a filling lunch. In addition to Gia Lai dry pho, the restaurant also serves Northern pho, dry noodles and liquid noodles, providing many options for diners who want to change the taste while still maintaining the spirit of Vietnamese cuisine.
Dried pho noodles mixed with shiny black soy sauce create attractive colors in the early morning light. Illustration photo: Tripi
8 Gia Lai Thuy Linh dry pho
– Address: 34 Street No. 2, Tan Quy, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City
– Opening hours: 06:00–12:00
The meal at Gia Lai Thuy Linh dry pho makes diners excited at first sight: the noodles are moderately soft and chewy, mixed with the signature black bean sauce, crispy fresh vegetables and plump toppings. Accompanied by a bowl of sweet broth, fragrant with the scent of carefully stewed beef. With only 35,000 VND, you can enjoy a portion of dry pho that is both delicious and of good quality.
Although the restaurant’s space is simple, it is very clean, airy and cozy, the tables and chairs are neatly arranged, and the owner is friendly and funny. A small note is that the restaurant is only open from morning to noon, so if you want to fully enjoy the flavors, you should visit early. When eating, just pick up the pho noodles and add a little broth to make people have an unforgettable experience in the heart of Saigon.
Smoke rises from a bowl of dry pho, spreading a sweet and fragrant flavor, inviting all senses. Illustration photo: Toplist
9 Gia Lai Thien Anh Dried Pho
– Address: 157 Tan Thang, Son Ky, Tan Phu, HCMC
– Opening hours: 06:00–22:00
Gia Lai Thien Anh dry pho is one of the familiar addresses for those who love the taste of the mountain town in the heart of Saigon. Although the restaurant space is not too large, this place still feels airy, cozy and friendly. The special thing that makes diners remember forever is the traditional flavor that has been kept intact over many years.
The broth is stewed from bones according to family secrets, mixed with natural spices such as cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and purple onions. Thanks to that, the broth has a sweet, lightly fragrant taste without being harsh or overwhelmed by MSG.
Soft and flexible pho noodles, combined with smooth black soy sauce, plump toppings and quality meat make each bowl of pho attractive from flavor to taste. The clean space, dedicated service and friendly style of the staff help meals at Gia Lai Thien Anh Dry Pho bring out the spirit of Gia Lai land.
A bowl of dry pho is full of colors: brown from the meat, white from the pho, green from the vegetables and yellow from the crispy fried onions. Illustration photo: Lao Dong Newspaper
10 Gia Lai A Muof dry pho
– Address: 110 To Ngoc Van, Ward, District 12, HCMC
– Opening hours: 07:00–14:00 | 17:00–21:00
Gia Lai A Muop dry pho is one of the most popular addresses in Saigon, a place always crowded with diners. The restaurant opens early, a popular stop for those who want to start the day with a delicious breakfast. Although the space is not large, the neat and airy layout helps diners feel comfortable as soon as they enter.
The point that makes Gia Lai A Muop dry pho different is that the broth is light and clear, without the taste of MSG, making the taste buds fully awaken. Each portion of pho is plump, served with fresh raw vegetables and rich toppings, bringing a feeling of fullness but still light. It is not an exaggeration to say that, just enjoying it once, diners will hardly forget the unique flavors here.
The accompanying bowl of pho is clear, with a faint smell of cilantro and sweet from the long-simmered beef bones. Illustration photo: Gia Lai Electronic Newspaper
Among countless delicious dishes in the bustling urban area, Gia Lai dry pho in Saigon still retains its simple soul. If you have the opportunity to bring your suitcase to Saigon, don’t forget to enjoy rustic yet delicate dishes, making you only need to taste it once to remember its flavor forever.