Pho Mahal Philippines Menu Prices 2026
Craving Vietnamese food on a budget? Pho Mahal menu prices in the Philippines are worth checking before you order, since this Malate favorite has built its whole identity around hearty bowls that won’t blow your budget. This guide breaks down what you’ll actually pay for a bowl of pho, a banh mi, or a family-style bilao, based on the restaurant’s current delivery listing.
Pho Mahal is a Vietnamese restaurant co-owned by two Vietnamese nationals who studied in the Philippines, with a Vietnamese chef in the kitchen and Filipino staff bridging the gaps with local customers, deliverymen, and suppliers. The name itself is a bit of wordplay pairing “pho” with the Filipino word “mahal,” which can mean both “expensive” and “dear” or “beloved” and the restaurant leans hard into the cheaper, more affectionate reading of that word through its pricing.
Updated Pho Mahal Menu Prices
The prices below come from Pho Mahal’s official listing on foodpanda for its Ocampo Street branch in Malate, Manila, which reflects current in-store pricing at that location.
Noodles Mahal (Pho & Noodle Dishes)
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| N1. Beef Noodle Soup (Pho Bo) | from ₱299 |
| N2. Chicken Noodle Soup | from ₱299 |
| N3. Rice Vermicelli & Grilled Pork (Bún Thịt Nướng) | ₱319 |
| N4. Fried Vermicelli with Beef & Veggies (Miến Xào Bò) | ₱319 |
| N5. Fried Noodle with Beef & Veggies | ₱279 |
| N6. Hue Noodle (Sliced Beef, Pata, Vietnamese Ham) | ₱399 |
| N7. Seafood Noodle (Squid, Shrimp, Tofu, Beef) | ₱419 |
| N8. Special Noodle (Beef, Chicken, Shrimp, Tofu, Vietnamese Ham) | ₱419 |
Rolls Mahal
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| R1. Fresh Spring Rolls | from ₱185 |
| R2. Fried Spring Rolls | from ₱185 |
| R3. Mixed Spring Rolls (Medium) | ₱300 |
Rice Mahal
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| C1. Vietnamese Fried Rice | ₱269 |
| C2. Egg Fried Rice | ₱229 |
| C3. Vietnamese Fish Sauce Glazed Chicken Thigh | ₱269 |
| C4. Braised Pork Belly With Egg (Cơm Ba Chỉ Kho Trứng) | ₱349 |
| C5. Braised Pork Rib With Rice (Cơm Sườn Rim) | ₱349 |
| C7. Braised Cream Dori Fish With Rice | ₱349 |
Banh Mi Mahal
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| B1. Traditional Banh Mi | ₱219 |
| B2. BBQ Banh Mi | ₱219 |
| B3. Egg Banh Mi | ₱199 |
| BC2. Banh Mi & Vietnamese Coffee Combo | ₱329 |
Combo & Bilao Mahal (Family/Sharing Sizes)
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| CB1. Beef Pho, Fresh Spring Rolls & Banh Mi Combo | ₱749 |
| CB2. Hue Noodle + 4 Fresh Spring Rolls + Banh Mi | ₱799 |
| CB3. Fresh Spring Rolls (10 Rolls) | ₱668 |
| CB4. Ha Noi Fried Spring Rolls (10 Rolls) | ₱668 |
| CB5. Mixed Spring Rolls (5 Fresh & 5 Fried) | ₱668 |
| Fresh Vegetarian Spring Rolls (10 Rolls) | ₱668 |
Coffee Mahal
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Iced Milk Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá) | from ₱149 |
| White Milk Coffee (Cà Phê Bạc Xỉu) | from ₱149 |
| Coconut Milk Coffee (Cà Phê Dừa) | from ₱159 |
| Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng) | from ₱159 |
Vegetarian Meals Mahal
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| V1. Fresh Vegetarian Spring Rolls | from ₱161 |
| V2. Fried Vegetarian Vermicelli | ₱254 |
Dessert & Beverages
| Menu Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Panna Cotta | ₱129 |
| Trà Sữa (Milk Tea) | ₱189 |
| Nước Sâm (Herbal Tea) | ₱119 |
Price note: These prices are for the Ocampo Street branch in Malate as listed on foodpanda. Pho Mahal has additional locations, including a spot near LRT Station 1 and a branch inside R Square Mall, and pricing at those locations may run slightly different, so it’s worth confirming with the specific branch before ordering.
About Pho Mahal Philippines
Pho Mahal set up shop as an under-the-radar Vietnamese restaurant in Malate, close enough to Taft Avenue and DLSU to pull in a steady student and office crowd looking for something other than the usual Filipino or fast-food options nearby. Its owners source many ingredients locally lettuce, pork, seafood, and lemongrass while shipping in specialty items like coffee beans straight from Vietnam to keep the flavors close to the source.
The restaurant has grown a genuine following among Manila’s Vietnamese community as well as curious locals, and it now runs multiple branches around Metro Manila. Despite the expansion, the no-frills, budget-friendly positioning that made the original Ocampo Street shop popular has stayed largely intact.
Popular Items To Try
- N1. Beef Noodle Soup (Pho Bo) — The dish the restaurant is named after, and consistently the most-ordered item on delivery, built on a rich, slow-simmered beef broth.
- R1. Fresh Spring Rolls — Rice paper rolls packed with shrimp, pork, herbs, and vermicelli; reviewers have specifically praised how well the wrapper holds together compared to other versions around the city.
- B1. Traditional Banh Mi — A classic Vietnamese sandwich that regulars often pair with the iced egg coffee for a filling, affordable combo.
- N6. Hue Noodle — A heartier bowl loaded with sliced beef, pata, and Vietnamese ham, aimed at diners who want more than a standard pho.
- Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng) — A Hanoi-style coffee with whipped egg yolk that’s become one of the restaurant’s most talked-about drinks.
- CB1. Beef Pho, Spring Rolls & Banh Mi Combo — A practical pick for two people or one very hungry diner who wants to sample the menu’s three signature formats in one order.
Deals, Promos, and Discounts
Pho Mahal doesn’t appear to run a standing, restaurant-specific discount program. Any deals you’ll find are typically tied to delivery-app promotions free delivery vouchers or app-only discounts through foodpanda rather than something exclusive to the restaurant itself. If you want to catch a promo, checking the foodpanda listing for your nearest branch before ordering is the most reliable approach.
Price and Value for Money
At ₱299 for a standard bowl of pho and under ₱250 for most rolls or a banh mi, Pho Mahal sits at the more affordable end of Vietnamese dining in Metro Manila, especially compared to sit-down Vietnamese restaurants in Makati or BGC charging noticeably more for similar portions. Reviewers have repeatedly called out the value specifically, describing generous amounts of meat, soup, and vegetables relative to the price. That said, a handful of delivery reviews mention inconsistent portion sizes on the spring rolls and occasional order mix-ups with dietary requests, so the value holds up best when the order comes out as intended.
Is Pho Mahal Worth Trying?
The clearest signal that Pho Mahal delivers on its promise is how often reviewers describe it as “authentic” rather than just “good” a distinction that matters given the restaurant’s roots as a Vietnamese-run operation cooking for a partly Vietnamese clientele in Manila. The beef noodle soup gets singled out most often, with diners noting a properly rich broth and a satisfying amount of meat for a bowl that stays under ₱300, which is part of why it’s become the anchor order for most first-time visitors.
Where the experience gets a little more mixed is in delivery consistency a few reviews mention special requests like “no pork” or “no pork floss” not being followed, and one reviewer felt the grilled pork on their vermicelli dish tasted fried rather than grilled. None of this seems to be a pattern that defines the restaurant, but it’s worth ordering with some patience if you have specific dietary notes, and possibly worth confirming those requests directly if you’re ordering for someone with allergies or restrictions.
For regulars, the appeal seems to be less about any single standout dish and more about the reliability of the whole lineup the fresh spring rolls, the banh mi, and the egg coffee all show up frequently in repeat-customer comments, suggesting most people build a rotation rather than sticking to one order.
Dining Experience and Service
Pho Mahal’s Ocampo Street location has simple, no-frills interiors that match its budget-friendly positioning it’s built for a casual, quick meal rather than a long, formal dinner. The restaurant supports both dine-in and delivery, with foodpanda handling a significant share of orders across its Metro Manila branches. Given its proximity to LRT Station 1 and DLSU, it’s a practical stop for students and commuters looking for a filling meal without a long wait.
Branches, Contact, and Opening Hours
| Branch | Address |
|---|---|
| Malate (Ocampo Street) | 866 Pablo Ocampo Street, Malate, Manila (near Taft Avenue / DLSU) |
| R Square Residences | R Square Mall, Manila |
| Near LRT Station 1 | Metro Manila |
Contact (Malate branch): 0927 179 3617
Hours: Daily, 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Malate branch; some listings show later closing hours, so it’s best to confirm same-day)
Opening hours may vary by branch, so it is better to check the official branch page or social media before visiting.
Services and Facilities
- Dine-in and takeout
- Food delivery via foodpanda
- Vegetarian menu options
- Cash payment accepted
- Family-size combo and bilao orders for group meals
