Vietnamama Eindhoven (@downtowngourmetmarket) — Restaurant in Eindhoven

Get ready for a scrumptious adventure because we found the real deal at Vietnamama, nestled inside the Down Town Gourmet Market in Eindhoven Centrum! We were determined to put their menu to the test and boy, were we in for a treat!

The moment we dug into their pho, we were transported straight to Vietnam. The broth was bursting with freshness and had the perfect balance of lightness and richness. But what really stole the show was the tender beef and juicy meatballs, accompanied by a generous serving of crunchy bean sprouts and fragrant coriander. As Asians, we're not intimidated by spice, so the raw cayenne pepper was a piece of cake. Next time, we're definitely asking for extra chili - bring on the heat! 🌶️

Now, let's talk about the food court itself. It's absolutely awesome! You can find a diverse range of restaurants from all over the world, each with native chefs who know how to whip up some serious flavor. It's the perfect spot to hang out with your loved ones, colleagues, or even just some friendly acquaintances. So, what are you waiting for? Head on down to Vietnamama and experience a little slice of Vietnam in the heart of Eindhoven...

As one of the only places in Eindhoven that serves Vietnamese food besides spring rolls it is well worth your money. While the food leans on the more expensive (as is usual at the gourmet market), the Pho I received included a HEFTY amount of beef that certainly justified the price. The beef tasted great, albeit a little thicker cut than I'm used to with Pho, but the broth is perfect. The noodle could be a little bit better but its serviceable and works perfectly fine with the excellent broth and meat.

You have the option to order Pho and assemble it at home, which I found preferable as I transfer my food to bowls at home to account for the amount of broth, noodle, and meat you get.

Will be returning to try other...

You know it’s good when it’s still piping hot and delicious after having been delivered to a hotel reception and then taken up to the room to eat. I can only say that my soul was craving real food and as a Korean who used to eat pho on a weekly basis and twice when hungover … this hit the spot. Best pho I’ve had in 6 yrs I’ve lived in the Netherlands from the places I’ve tried it in Rotterdam, Amsterdam and anywhere in between. The best and if I hadn’t gotten food poisoning from a certain overpriced famous American burger place on Friday I had plans to come to down town gourmet market and eat there so that will have to wait til next time! But I’m definitely coming back and recommending to anyone who loves...