AN Restaurant

I’m giving AN Restaurant three stars based on a mixed but honest dining experience. It’s a well-known Vietnamese restaurant in Bankstown and clearly popular with locals, which is why I feel it’s important to share some practical information for future customers. First and most importantly, this restaurant is cash only. There is no card or electronic payment available, which may be inconvenient for many customers who are used to cashless payments in Australia. Clearer signage or advance notice would greatly improve the customer experience. As for the food, it is decent and consistent, though not particularly memorable. The flavours are fine, and the portions are reasonable. It’s suitable for a casual meal, but if you’re arriving with very high expectations, you may find it fairly average. The three-star rating is not meant to discourage, but rather to reflect room for improvement — especially in terms of transparency, convenience, and alignment with modern Australian dining standards. In a society that values fairness and clarity, these details matter. This review is shared with goodwill, and I genuinely hope the restaurant continues to improve so customers can dine with confidence and peace of mind.

Came here 5 years ago and the flavour is still the same. Great bowl of Pho. Service was very quick, you received your pho within 1 mins of ordering. The chicken pho is one of the best I’ve ever had. Remember to bring CASH as they don’t do eftpos.

AN Restaurant is particularly clean. Both the layout and food in the restaurant give people a clean, tidy and orderly feeling. The ingredients used in beef powder and chicken powder are very good and carefully selected. The texture of the beef is very clear, without any fascia or fat. The chicken and chicken offal are also processed very cleanly without any fat. The price is a little expensive, nearly $20 a bowl, but I still go there several times a month just for the special chicken noodles that I crave. It contains 🐔 meat, cooked 🐔 egg yolk, 🐔 liver, 🐔 blood, 🐔 gizzard, 🐔 heart and raw 🐔 egg. The quantity is quite large and it often feels like there is more meat than noodles. 🐔The broth base is particularly delicious, the noodles are very smooth, and with plenty of ingredients and crispy sprouts, it is really super satisfying. The raw 🐔 egg and chicken soup in a small bowl, I always stir them first, and then pour them into the big bowl. I don’t know if this is the right way to eat it [shy R] The cooked egg yolk in the ingredients is also amazing, I don’t know how it is made, the taste is a bit chewy, even my sister who doesn’t eat egg yolks, rushes to eat it every time. Deliciousness index: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This place is really popular and only accepts cash. I love Vietnamese pho — the broth is rich and flavorful. We ordered the mixed beef pho and the beef brisket pho.

Myself, family and friends have been coming here for pho for decades. The pho is delicious and hits the spot evey time. The broth is flavourful, hearty, warm and comforting. The staff are quick and efficient and the food comes out in seconds, amazing. This place is cash only so be prepared!

If you want pho, this is the right place! 🍜 Specialising in beef and chicken pho, with that genuine Viet flavour right here in Bankstown. I tried the brisket beef — so tender it melts in mouth 😋. The shop has a simple, classic décor vibe. Two small downsides: it gets really busy on Sundays, so you might have to wait for a table ⏳, and parking can be tricky 🚗. Weekdays might be a different story!

Over the last decade, I used to travel many kilometres just to enjoy a hot, delicious bowl of beef pho here. Unfortunately, the quality has dropped noticeably. The staff remain friendly, the hygiene is still good and the chilli oil they provide is still excellent. However, the soup now lacks the rich flavour it once had. The portion of beef is still generous for the $22 price of a large bowl, yet the broth is relatively bland compared to three years ago. Sadly, I will be looking elsewhere for a truly satisfying pho.

Maybe it was the day but the broth looked really cloudy and full of impurities. Noodles a little softer than I would like. Then said it's an ok bowl of pho. Not the best in Sydney but still good.

I tried the chicken pho here and it's sooooo goood! Best chicken pho I have ever tried. I think what makes it stand out is their noodles and broth. The noodles are so bouncy and soft and looks like they are made in-house. The chicken broth is very rich and flavorful and hearty. Def want to come back for more!

Amazing Pho. The service is very fast and good. The food is always amazing and is the best Pho we have had locally.

Arrived starving after a 12 hour flight and left completely satisfied. I don't know if it was because I was hungry, but this was probably one of the best pho's I have ever had. The broth was light yet full of flavor. Plenty of condiments and sauces to choose from. There was a perfect amount of noodles, and the beef was tender! Literally all I ever ask for! Usually I get pho with only meatballs because I'm never left satisfied with meat. However, I was blown away with how tender it was. Every single piece in the combination pho was nice and tender yet flavorful. I was impressed. The service is quick. I came with a friend who spoke Vietnamese so it was a Vietnamese exchange of words. I'm sure the server understood us better that way. They also speak Cantonese if you want to pull those skills out! Beware, it's cash only so we had to go to a bank to pull cash out for this meal. Yikes but well worth!

It's all about the broth! It is their sustainable competitive advantage over all the other restaurants. If anyone knows of any pho with better broth, please DM me. They come in medium and large size. I'd rather have a medium size with extra meat on the side,but I'm a hefty carnivore so I love meat. The beef balls is average but I get the feeling that they are not the prime attraction of the restaurant. I just love food and tasty beef balls in my pho. Really quick turnaround and service. The servers just assume that you know the menu and ready to order every time you come in. Is that bad? Maybe. All and all good experience and tasty pho.

Simply delicious! Highly recommended. Soup is so tasty and the beef so tender. We would definitely come again!

Came here on a 80 degree day and this place was filled around dinner time on a weekday. The pho here is pretty legit. Noodles are so soft and smooth. It is quite pricey but you get a lot for what you pay for. I got a pho tai that came with a good amount of steak. I would definitely recommend this place if you're in Sydney. Side note - they have chilli oil which goes perfect with the hoisin sauce and sriracha.

Since I was a child, it's been a custom for my relatives to take me here right after my flight. This place never disappoints. And I don't know if it's because I haven't been here in awhile, but it was extra delicious yesterday: it really hits the spot. The only cons is it's pricey but well worth it. I think a medium sized bowl (their smallest size): is just the right amount anyone should eat. Americans go to big with it.. The meat is great. I do wish they had more gan in it but aside from that no complaints. The soup is delicious and the noodles are phenomenal. Try their satay sauce: I don't remember them having this the other times I've been here. P.S. Also, if you're outside of Australia, you should take a trip here. The pho is different from the Americans, and the noodles are fresh (which is also something different) from the American counterparts.

Best meal for breakfast lunch and dinner. Service is outstanding. Couldn't find a better pho anywhere.

As various people have mentioned, this is definitely the most expensive Pho in all of Sydney and with a recent price rise in August 2015 - it cements this title. I have been going here since I was a wee toddler (anyone remember the old place next door?) and it has always been good and they were probably the first restaurant to switch to computer ordering back in the 90's. The reason that people haven't baulked at the price and keep returning is that the Pho is most definitely the best in Sydney. The broth is fragrant and it is quite a large serving with plenty of good quality beef and a variety of offal in the special Pho. As it does get very busy during peak hours (and this is no small space), you do feel rushed as they have food on your table seconds after you order and are watching like hawks for you to finish so that they can give your bill, take your tea away and usher you out the door! I would easily rate this a 5 star place but the price and rushed service loses it a star, nothing against the food!

Every time I fly back to Sydney this is always my first stop from the Airport! Secret recipe pho with amazing noodles and a very addictive broth!!! Everyone reckons they put drugs in here which could be true Must come when you're in Sydney!!! Best pho in town pho sure!

This is by far the cleanest, nicest, and quickest pho restaurant that I've ever been. Word around town is that it's supposedly the #1 pho in Sydney, but also the most expensive. At $13 for a Medium and $14 for a Large, the price is double of what I can normally get in California. It was great pho, though, I'll definitely give it that. The broth was not murky and greasy, and tasted of actual beef. They also give you a lot of rare steak. Think of the extra $$ as a premium you're paying for the atmosphere and the service. It's not some sticky pho joint with mismatched paintings hanging on the walls, and the pho comes to you within 1 minute of ordering. We came before 9AM for breakfast (a little weird, I know), so there were only a couple of tables filled at the time. I imagine it can have quite a wait during peak hours and days. P.S. Make sure to separate the steak once you get it, or else it'll all cook into one giant block and the slices will stick together.

This is basically a pho cafeteria. You get seated, you order your pho, and it comes out almost immediately. The pho is on the pricier side, especially in Bankstown at $14 for a medium ($14.50 for bo dac biet) or $15 for a large bowl. I got called a hooligan on my instagram for adding sauce to the bo dac biet, but their broth was a slightly tart to my liking which the sauce helped with. However, everything else was pretty tasty. Worth a visit if you're in the area, but wouldn't go out of my way for it though...would rather go to Cabramatta.

The best Phó I have had in Sydney so far, big servings, the price has been going up, last I was there I think it was $16.50 for a large Phó, for something that is literally about $1 worth of ingredients, it's a bit of a rip off. But alas the food is really that good. If I didn't feel like I was being ripped off every time I went, I would probably go more often. I would have given it 5 stars if the price was not so damn high. It's mostly water, yes it is so far the best Phó I've had, but at he end of the day it's just a soup... FYI price rise happened in August

The pricing here is not competitive at all (the average price of Pho in Sydney CBD at this time is around $11), but the Pho definitely is. Generous servings of basil, beans sprouts and lemon slices came literally within 10 seconds of us placing our order with the waiter on their little PDA-like machine. [Photo] And the Pho would come, again literally, within 3 minutes of the order. At our last visit, I swear I stood up to go to the bathroom right after we placed the order and got the beansprouts, but just as I was stepping into the bathroom automatic doors (yep) at the back of the restaurant, I saw the waiter holding our Pho walking towards our table! There's no wonder why the Pho here is dubbed the "McPho", fast, efficient, and tummy satisfying.

Very clean restaurant. Ordered a medium chicken pho. Arrived very quickly, piping hot with generous portions of meat, noodles, herbs and bean sprouts. The customer service was incredible. Staff moved very quickly and were kind and attentive. Toilets were neat and clean. If you're in the area, highly recommend this spot.

Comming here for years. Always enjoyed pho was there other night closed for Luna new year.. great quick service

I have beef noodle soup here. Famous as the best pho in Australia. I am not disappointed. It is really the best.

Never knew this place existed until a family friend recommended to try it out claiming it was the best pho you could find in Sydney. Skeptical as I was I put the claim to the test and ordered the rare beef pho. The verdict was that the soup was excellent down to the last drop, the rare beef was tasty and left me wanting more. This is pho done right and I would be visiting this place more if I lived closer.

An Restaurant or more commonly known as Pho An to regulars, is the home of Pho - Vietnamese beef noodle soup (pronounced 'fur'). This place has been around for ages, but there has been a couple of changes in ownership over the years and with this comes an increase in prices (prices now range between $10.70 for a small bowl to $12.40 for a large bowl of mixed beef combination pho). The quality has also changed a bit, but the pho is still excellent and comes out as soon as you order. The soup is clearer than some of the other joints in western Sydney which is a good sign. Eat it will all the sides that it comes with (basil, coriander, bean sprouts) and put in some chilli sauce if you can take the heat. Still my favourite pho place and worth the pilgrimage to Bankstown, if you don't live in the area.

This is a turn and burn restaurant. The service is so fast, literally minutes. They serve one thing, Pho. I had mine with brisket and it was amazing. The cost was $15 when everyone else serves the same thing for $10 - $12 but it was worth it. Don't ask for the internet code as they won't give it to you as they want you out to turn the table but almost rude about it. This is a rush rush place but the food is good. I heard they turn 3,000 bowls of soup a day. What a money maker and good for them as I contributed and will be back.

Definitely one of the top 3 pho joints in Sydney! Went there for lunch today and had a medium pho tai. Medium bowls (there are no small sizes) are pretty much a standard $12 and large bowls are $13 but considerably bigger. Medium is usually more than enough for the average female though. Usually. Pho An pretty much only serve a range of pho varieties such as rare beef, cooked beef, chicken and half-half. If you want a bigger range such as rice dishes, walk 2 minutes down the road and you'll find more Vietnamese restaurants. But if you want good, clean, quick-serving and authentic pho - Pho An is pretty amazing at that.

Ok so I've managed to visit this place 3 times in a week! Yep very impressed. I would rate this place as arguably one of the best pho restaurants in Sydney. You know it's good when you leave the place and after 30 mins you're not dying of thirst and needing a big drink of water. Some might say pho is pho but this place is different. The soup is packed full of flavour and yet not loaded with MSG or fish sauce or sugar. THIS is what sets it apart from others. All the ingredients are simple and fresh. I love the tight pho-based menu (beef or chicken) and the fast efficient service. Even a visit today on a Saturday still managed fast service even though it was packed! For fuss-free pho, check this place out - you can't go wrong!

Can I assume this is the most expensive pho in Sydney? It's always busy inside and even though there is ample seating, expect to wait if you're visiting weekend lunch times. The pho is good, the bean sprouts, lemons, basil come out in large quantities and are nice and fresh. Don't bother looking at the menu; you know you want the beef pho. Walk in, sit, order, eat. The food comes out seriously fast.

One of the best pho in Sydney. Yes it's pricier but the food quality, service & cleanliness of the restaurant are up there compared to other pho places. CASH ONLY. The broth here is fragrant & has delicious rich beef flavour. A bowl of delicious pho is a perfect winter comfort food!

Woah, over 10 bucks for a bowl of pho? Suppose I can lay some of the blame on International economics, and the U.S.'s diminishing global stature. Horrible exchange rate. The southern California native in me recoils at the prospect of spending any more than $5.75 on a good bowl. The pho itself is solid, hearty broth and decent slices of beef. So Pho So Good indeed. Pretty good, not amazing. What is amazing is the speed of service. By the time we had a sip of tea, steaming bowls of beef noodles were already headed towards our table. Well done Pho An, bravo.

The place is neat and the service is great. Not whole lot of ingredients in the soup, just simple and sweet soup base with some meat of your choice. For the price I wouldn't go there too often, but it is a nice place.

Compared with other Vietnamese restaurant this one could be a bit expensive, that's the first idea pop up in my mind since walk in, however it prove itself worthy ;) Crowed and busy inside, don't pay too much Attention to surrounding. I order raw beef straight away. Comes towards a big bowl with extremely hot soup and lots of veggies and herbs! Mix all together and finally add some more red fresh chilli. Hmmmmmmm ymmmm

Pho is a Vietnamese dish that incorporates a meat of your choice, noodles, basil, and broth from the meat. It is garnished with onion, mint, coriander and bean sprouts which is served on the table with the bowl. It's quite a simple staple dish in traditional Vietnamese cuisine, although you can add also add tendon, tripe, and as much chilli as you prefer. Even with these variations, the basis of the soup means it can made in huge quantities, and so much so that the service here is exceptionally speedy. Of course with this speed comes its drawbacks - the place appears in a constant rush, the atmosphere is loud and it can be difficult to wave down wait staff long enough to order extra spoons or table water. The place is huge and always busy, the good thing is the wait is never too long, with waiters wheeling trolleys around the floor, whipping up dirty cutlery, tablecloths and plates in a flash. It's hearty fare if you're in the mood for pho, but definitely arrive early when the broth is made at its freshest.

The pho is quite good. It has a fast food vibe to it. Very limited menu (Beef or Chicken pho). Servings are very large

Food was actually great. However They only accept cash which I dont get it although this is one of the biggest asian restaurants with so many customers Guys, pay a fair share of tax to the government!! You guys damage good image of the honest Asian people. We had to go to ATM to get cash. Suck!

I would give them a 0 . Horrible customer service , very rude staff and dirty table , we get over charge and unfair treatment . Totally unacceptable

I wanted to come here and tell you how the food was for this place, but I never made it past making my order before the rude and disgusting ripoff staff had be getting up from my table and leaving. This place is a scam and a ripoff. Save your money and find a better pho place. If you like getting overcharged for everything then by all means keep going here.

Very fast service with quality food and friendly staff. Only down side is regularly increasing prices.

Good Pho spot, and let me be clear it is ONLY Pho. Nothing else. I got a small and it was quite filling. The only reason they didn't get a 5 star is because there was no parking and they charged me for a cup of ice water, which made no sense. Oh, and they're "Cash Only", none of the review mentioned that. Luckily my friend had cash with her. Otherwise I would be washing dishes. HA!

I like to eat at pho an because it looks a lot cleaner than other pho restaurant, food comes in very fast and taste pretty good, slightly expensive compared to other places but it's worth it.

Let me start off by saying that pho is my all time favorite food. I have it at least once a week usually twice or more and have been doing so for the last 18 years. I have also lived and worked in Vietnam for around 10 years so I know what good pho should taste like. This place is bar far the best pho i have ever tasted. It even beats the best pho in Vietnam hands down. I have been to pho restaurants in Orange county in Los Angeles, but no unfortunately, nothing even comes close. So for me, I will keep going here every week as I have been doing for the last 5 years until I can find better. If anyone knows of better in Sydney, please let me know.

I'm a regular here and it's still my favourite restaurant to eat pho. Pro - super fast service - love the satay - generous amount of garnish - spouts, basil and lemon wedge, chilli and variety sauces Con - someday soup can be nice hot and tasty and someday very bland like water been topped and served! - prices keep on increasing $14 for small bowl and large $15 All in all, there is no where else that can make pho like pho An. And if you can't handle MSG i would advise you try something else.

Best Pho in Sydney, $13 per normal bowl with full of beef. Do not forget to try coconut, one of the best I cocunut flavour I found. By the way, staffs are nice and friendly. Must try when you visit Sydney.

The pho is alright not that great and the price is very expensive, But worth the try if you are visiting.

Best pho I have ever had. Hard not to keep coming back. Efficient service. Pho comes out quickly and not expensive!

Very very bad service, the waiters are rude, they only want you to finish your food quick.

Nice and delicious.. But rude service and pricey. Once the waiters notice you have finished your.bowl. They will come up and ask .if you.need anything else.. Meaning hurry pay and get out!

Fast service, great pho, have been eating here since I was a little kid. Only downside is relatively expensive price. However if compared to other cuisines is quite cheap. Must try if u are in or around Bankstown. I normally get the large combination bowl which has abit of everything.