Phở Quỳnh

Phở Quỳnh is a pho shop at 323 Pham Ngu Lao Street in District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, in the backpacker district of Pham Ngu Lao and Bui Vien. It serves backpackers and locals through the night, with beef stew and noodle soups on a menu focused on a few dependable dishes. The shop is known for its late and near-24-hour operation, which makes it a practical stop after evening bars, before early departures or after late arrivals. Signature dishes include phở bò tái, with rare beef cooked in the hot broth, phở bò chín, with well-done brisket, and bò kho, a spiced beef stew with carrot, lemongrass and star anise that is traditionally eaten with bread or noodles. Bò kho is a common southern breakfast dish and one of the more distinctive options on the menu for visitors who have already tried pho. Bowls come with the usual plate of herbs, bean sprouts and lime. The dining room is open, casual and functional, with a mix of tourists and local residents, and noise is moderate with street sounds from Pham Ngu Lao. There is no dress code and no reservations; walk-in service is quick. Opening hours are described as 24 hours or near it, though visitors should confirm locally. A typical meal costs around 70,000 to 130,000 VND per person, in the budget bracket, though prices may be slightly higher than at neighbourhood shops away from the tourist area. Drinks include iced tea, soft drinks, coffee and beer. The location means it is convenient for visitors staying in the Pham Ngu Lao area, within walking distance of many hostels and hotels, and it provides a reliable choice for a late-night meal in a district where options can otherwise be tourist-oriented.