Thanh Ha 2

Victoria Street is packed with pho joints, but those chasing true, uncompromised flavors make a beeline for Thanh Ha 2. Unassuming. Bustling. Utterly essential. The word on the pavement? This tight-knit dining room serves up the most shatteringly crisp bánh xèo (Vietnamese pancake) in Richmond. Portions here are massive, prices stay incredibly grounded, and the kitchen moves with lightning speed—even during the peak-hour rush. Melbourne’s discerning noodle hounds consistently champion the deeply aromatic beef pho, while the bánh cuốn—silky steamed rice rolls swimming in a punchy, savory nước chấm alongside standout pork sausage—is a masterclass in texture. Fresh rice paper rolls. Vibrant grilled chicken vermicelli. Consistently flawless execution. Grab a table, soak in the frenetic, friendly energy, and feast.