Pho Bien
A Vietnamese kitchen tucked into the shops on Paramount Drive, open seven days: pho, wonton noodle soup, garlicky fried rice and Vietnamese coffee.
Four plates out of this kitchen
Four of the dishes people have photographed here. The pho is what reviewers write about most — chicken and beef both — along with the wonton noodle soup, the garlicky fried rice, the Sunday banh mi and the Vietnamese coffee.
Seafood platter, plated raw
Whole prawns, squid, mussels and scallops laid out raw across one oval plate, with crab stick, pale yellow batons and a row of golden fried pieces set around the edge.
Char-grilled meat over noodles
Caramelised, char-edged slices of meat over a nest of thin noodles, buried under bean sprouts, crushed peanuts and fried shallots, with pickled carrot, shredded cabbage and a dish of dark chilli sauce pushed in at the side.
Flat rice noodles with beef
Wide rice noodles in a dark soy glaze, tossed through with beef and bean sprouts, then finished with a green handful of spring onion and a scatter of sesame.
A wide bowl of broth, piled high
Amber broth in a wide, shallow bowl, heaped over with shredded cabbage, raw onion and black sesame, and pale golden fried pieces sitting just under the surface.
Under the walkway on Paramount Drive
Pho Bien sits at Unit 4/42 Paramount Drive, in a run of shops under a covered walkway, with the sign hanging out over the footpath — Phở Biên in red, 월남식당 beside it, Vietnamese Restaurant underneath. The window spells out most of the kitchen before you reach the door: pho, banh mi, beef, pork, seafood, noodles, rice, coffee. Through the glass door there is a timber counter, a round clock on the wall and a chalked HELLO on the dark panel beside the entrance. Doors open at 11am and the kitchen runs through to 9:20pm, every day of the week.
Where to find us
Unit 4/42 Paramount Drive, Henderson, Auckland 0610, New Zealand
Call ahead
09 835 4200
Eat in or take it away
Dine in, takeaway and delivery
Everything here came out of this kitchen
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4.6 stars from 1132 reviews
Straight from Google, word for word.
“My friend and I came to Pho Bien for brunch, and we had a wonderful experience. The staff were welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly throughout our visit. I ordered the wonton noodle soup and was impressed by both the generous portion size and the quality of the dish. The broth was rich and flavourful, the ingredients were fresh, and the flavours felt authentic and well-balanced. Every bite was enjoyable and comforting. We left feeling completely satisfied and grateful for the excellent food and hospitality. As someone who lives in the area, I highly recommend Pho Bien for its hearty meals, authentic Vietnamese dishes, and excellent service. :)”
“Best vietnamese restanrant! Carefully crafted dishes, a cute café-style interior, and kind, welcoming staff — a true standout for Vietnamese cuisine. I’ve never had pho better than here. Honestly, everything on the menu is delicious. And you definitely have to try the Vietnamese coffee too!”
“A Time-Tested Gem: Found a Piece of Vietnam in the Heart of the City Having served the community since 2003, this place is clearly doing something right. The vibrant yellow interior instantly whisked me away to a cozy eatery in Vietnam, setting the stage for an incredible meal. I tried the Beef Pho, and it was genuinely unforgettable—a rich, comforting bowl that stands out from any other I’ve had. It's rare to find a spot where every single dish feels like a labor of love, but this place manages to deliver exactly that. One thing to note: their Sunday-exclusive Banh Mi is legendary for a reason. It often sells out quickly during lunch, so you’ll want to get there early. It’s an absolute standout and definitely worth a special trip.”
Opening hours & location
Open every day from 11am to 9:20pm. Call ahead if you want a table held for a group, or to have a takeaway order waiting when you arrive. The map below shows which corner of Paramount Drive to aim for.
Opening hours
Public holidays can run differently — give the restaurant a call if the evening depends on it.