Bánh Xèo Tay Do Vietnamese Restaurant

Footscray’s definitive outpost for unapologetically traditional Vietnamese comfort fare. Run by a charismatic husband-and-wife duo for over a decade—this is the real deal. Forget the standard rice bowls. The menu skips them entirely, zeroing in on regional specialties with a true home-cooked soul. Melbourne’s most discerning palate-chasers routinely make the trek for the namesake bánh xèo—violently crunchy, golden-hued crepes bulging with savory fillings. It’s all about the wrap-and-dip ritual. Those who frequent this cozy dining room pile their bites high with towering, premium plates of rau sống (fresh herbs) before dunking them into vibrant sweet-chili fish sauce. Wash it down with the owner’s custom-blended tea. Unfussy, fiercely authentic, and brimming with character.