Vietnamese Pho on Reem Island: Fragrant Broth, Banh Mi and a Loyal Local Following

The broth is the reason people remember the name

Pho is a simple dish only when somebody else has done the difficult work. A convincing bowl depends on aromatic stock, balance and restraint, and Vietnamese Pho on Reem Island has built its reputation around exactly that kind of comfort. Experience Abu Dhabi currently highlights the restaurant among the city’s best affordable eats, singling out its fragrant pho, fresh spring rolls and banh mi. Current review platforms reinforce the same pattern, with diners repeatedly mentioning authenticity, fresh food and value rather than novelty. That consistency matters more here than any attempt to turn the room into a luxury spectacle.

There is more to order than noodle soup

Pho is the anchor, but the surrounding menu broadens the appeal. Current diner feedback mentions sticky beef, fried prawns, spring rolls, rice and noodle dishes, mango desserts and Vietnamese coffee, while Zomato lists vegetarian and vegan options alongside indoor and outdoor seating. It is the sort of menu that works for a quick lunch but also rewards a table ordering across categories: soup for one person, banh mi for another, spring rolls in the centre and coffee at the end. Prices remain moderate by Abu Dhabi standards, which helps explain why the restaurant has become a repeat local favourite rather than a special-occasion destination.

A useful correction to the old database

The current Reem Island branch is at Reem Bay Tower B, and recent 2026 review activity shows the restaurant in normal operation. More importantly, the current telephone carried by live listings is +971 50 205 1646, which differs from the older number in the original intelligence workbook and should replace it for publication. Restaurant Guru currently shows opening around late morning through evening, though day-specific times vary slightly. For Simply Abu Dhabi, Vietnamese Pho belongs in the guide because it does something increasingly valuable in a high-design dining market: it offers a distinctive cuisine, a loyal audience and a clear reason to return without asking the meal to become an event.

Practical details

Location: Reem Bay Tower B, Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Cuisine: Vietnamese; pho, banh mi, spring rolls, rice and noodle dishes
Telephone: +971 50 205 1646 (current live listing)
Hours: Generally late morning to evening; current listings vary by day, so confirm before travelling
Editorial status: Open – current destination recommendation and recent 2026 review activity verified