Pho The Balcony Menu
Welcome to Pho The Balcony, a delightful retreat nestled in the heart of London’s bustling The Balcony shopping gallery. Here, authenticity meets elegance in every bowl of pho, setting the standard for Vietnamese cuisine in Stratford.
Customers rave about the exquisite flavors of the broth, with standout dishes like the Tofu & Mushrooms Pho taking center stage. Each bowl arrives beautifully presented, accompanied by fresh herbs and the zing of lime, allowing diners to customize their experience. Beyond pho, the menu also features an array of curries, hearty rice dishes, and refreshing juices, catering to a wide spectrum of tastes, including vegetarian and halal options.
The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, providing a perfect respite while shopping. While there's room for improvement in service, the rich flavors and comforting meals make Pho The Balcony a must-visit destination for both casual lunches and family outings. Come, indulge, and discover your favorite bowl!
Starters : mon khai vi
Spring rolls* Cha gio
crispy spring rolls served with lettuce & herbs to wrap & dip - choice of nuoc cham or peanut sauce
Summer rolls Goi cuon
fresh rice paper rolls with herbs, vermicelli & pickle - choice of nuoc cham or peanut sauce
Chicken wings Canh ga
seasoned, crispy chicken wings with sriracha
Pork & lemongrass meatballs Nem nuong
served with lettuce & herbs to wrap & dip - choice of nuoc cham or peanut sauce
Baby squid Muc chien gion
Tender fried baby squid with a salt, pepper & lime dip
Seafood spring roll* Nem hai san
large crispy spring roll of king prawn, crab & pork with nuoc cham dipping sauce
Beef betel Bo la lot
beef wrapped in betel leaves, with rice vermicelli sheets & nuoc cham
Vietnamese pancake Banh xeo
savoury crispy pancake with rice papers & herbs vg (evening only)
Morning Glory Rau muong xao
stir fried morning glory (water spinach) in garlic
Prawn crackers Banh phong tom / chay
prawn or prawn-less crackers with sweet chilli sauce
Stir fried Chinese leaf Cai thao xao
in soy sauce
Chicken salad Goi ga
shredded chicken salad with Asian herbs, peppers & a chilli ginger dressing
Veggie salad Goi chay
as above minus the chicken
Green papaya salad Goi đu đu
crunchy green papaya salad with peanuts & prawn crackers
Mango salad Goi xoai
spicy green mango salad topped with pork, dried shrimp & peanuts
Vietnamese salads : goi
Vietnamese noodle soup : pho
Beef brisket Pho chin
tender beef brisket slow cooked in our broth
Steak Pho tai
thinly sliced steak
Beef combo Pho bo combo
steak, brisket & meatballs
Steak with garlic Pho tai lan
flash fried steak (Hanoi style)
Chicken Pho ga
breast meat in chicken broth
King prawns Pho tom
choice of broth: chicken or veggie
Tofu & button mushrooms Pho chay
choice of broth: chicken or veggie
3 Mushrooms Pho nam rom
enoki, shiitake & button mushroom - choice of broth: chicken or veggie
Hot & spicy chicken Bun ga Hue
Hot & spicy beef brisket Bun bo Hue
served with a chilli shrimp paste
Hot & spicy king prawn Bun tom Hue
Hot & spicy tofu & mushroom Bun chay Hue
Hot & spicy 3 mushrooms Bun nam rom Hue
with pak choi
‘Super Green’
morning glory, green beans, pak choi, fresh lime & Thai basil in veggie broth
‘Spicy Green’
chicken, tofu or THIS isn't chicken, morning glory, green beans, pak choi, fresh lime & Thai basil in spicy veggie broth
Brisket & mushroom Pho bo nam trung
brisket, enoki & button mushrooms, creamy egg yolk, in beef broth
Crab noodle soup Bun rieu
a Hanoi classic; vermicelli noodles in a rich tomato & crab broth with wafer thin steak & tofu, topped with fried shallots
Pho house Pho đac biet
king prawns, chicken & flash fried steak with garlic in beef broth
Curry noodle Soup
The marriage of our classic Vietnamese Curry & a steaming bowl of noodle soup. Topped with a fresh herb salad & slices of red chilli. Served with pho or bun noodles