Pho 60 南北越 Staten Island — Restaurant in New York

A welcome addition to the local food scene. The owner had a restaurant in Brooklyn, which is where I heard of this place. The taste is roughly the same as what was in the other restaurant, and it is satisfying. Heads up, they temporarily only take cash. The restaurant decor is interesting, as it is different from other Vietnamese store decor. This has changing lights and a dimmer interior, with two rooms of seating and I think more interior design on the way. Their tea cups are nice but the pot is much too small and can only pour about eight cups per refill. Asking for a refill can be a bit challenging because the staff are very frenetic. They move around a lot or stand to explain the menu for a bit to the unfamiliar customers in the area. I think they will get their system down as they conduct their business onward. The food was good. I had the pho Tai Nam and it came in a bowl a bit smaller than I am accustomed to. Nonetheless, if I drink all the soup, I can get full. The small bowl is 12 dollars, which is a high departure from Vietnamese food I remembered years back, which was like 8 bucks. However, things have arguably changed a lot, what with sourcing and the pandemic. We also had the chicken curry and it was a tad salty, but the spice level was very good. The chicken was also tender and there was a lot of chicken in the small pot. Overall, I am glad to see this place finally open after...

I’m honestly hesitant to even write this review — not because it’s bad, but because it’s too good. I fear that once people discover this hidden gem, I’ll never be able to get a seat again, even on a slow day.

If you haven’t explored Pho60’s menu yet, you’re missing out on something special. There are hidden treasures here — dishes not even listed on the menu — that only reveal themselves to those who return and earn the chef’s trust. My advice: come a few times, enjoy the classics, and then ask. That’s when the magic happens.

I thought their pho was unbeatable — the gold standard. But today, they completely redefined my expectations. What I had wasn’t just good — it made their already amazing pho seem like a mild cup of jasmine tea by comparison. It was a profound culinary experience: rich, layered, and deeply satisfying in a way that words barely capture.

And here’s the part that surprised me most — you know when you eat something indulgent and think, I’m going to regret that later? This was the opposite. Each bite, each sip, made me feel better — nourished, energized, alive. It’s the perfect contrast to comfort food guilt — indulgence without regret.

So come support this place. Meet the friendly, genuine staff, and let them guide you to something unforgettable. Just… don’t tell too many people. I still want to...

The service is very friendly and quick, where the ambiance is very comfortable and aesthetically pleasing, which you can see in the video. The pork belly with egg was very tender and flavorful, with a delicate balance between its savoriness and sweetness without it being overpowering. The spring roll had a nice crunch and had flavorful bits of taro(?) which added a nice texture contrast. The hainanese chicken was very soft and smooth, pairing perfectly with its condiments. I definitely recommend the dark meat over the white meat, for I found the dark meat to be way juicier and flavorful than the white meat. Overall, Pho 60 has a nice variety of beverages and entrees, with unique selections like bone marrow and king crab! It was definitely a pleasant experience and we will come back one day soon to try their vast menu!

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