Opening hours
| Monday | 10 am – 3 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am – 3 pm |
| Wednesday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am – 4 pm |
Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressMacquarie ACT
- Phone0450 446 666
- Websitewhatthepho.com.au
- CuisineThai
Macquarie ACT · 2.8 km from Belconnen centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypeRestaurant
- CuisineThai
- AreaMacquarie, Belconnen
- StateAustralian Capital Territory
- HoursOpen 7 days
About What the Pho
Located in Macquarie, ACT, What the Pho is a Thai restaurant serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at Macquarie ACT, roughly 2.8 km from the Belconnen city centre.
Thai food balances sweet, sour, salty and spicy in every dish. Australian Thai restaurants range from casual BYO local favourites to modern street-food canteens, and most kitchens will adjust the chilli level on request.
What the Pho is open 7 days; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Macquarie? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Taco About and Roo Tea.
In the venue's own words: “Experience authentic Vietnamese street food at What The Pho. Our slow-cooked pho broth and traditional recipes bring the taste of Vietnam to Canberra.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- ☀️No outdoor seating
- ♿Wheelchair accessible
What to order
Signature Thai dishes to look out for.
Photos of What the Pho
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Closest restaurants to What the Pho
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Taco About 🌮 Mexican & Latin American · Macquarie10 mSE · 1 min walk
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Roo Tea 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Macquarie10 mS · 1 min walk
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3
Hao Chi 🥟 Chinese · Macquarie10 mE · 1 min walk -
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Haochi 🥟 Chinese · Macquarie10 mE · 1 min walk
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5
Daily Brew ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Macquarie10 mNW · 1 min walk
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6
Oishii Go 🍣 Japanese · Macquarie20 mS · 1 min walk
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7
The Pandan Leaf 🌶️ Malaysian & Indonesian · 13/10 Lathlain Street, Macquarie20 mSE · 1 min walk
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Hanok Korean BBQ 🍖 Korean · Macquarie20 mSE · 1 min walk -
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Vanilla Pod Pizza & Pasta Bar 🍕 Pizza · Macquarie30 mN · 1 min walk -
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Florence Gelato 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · Macquarie30 mS · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Macquarie
Macquarie is home to 16 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Belconnen area with 181 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, japanese restaurants, desserts & gelato. Within 25 km of What the Pho there are 1,110 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Belconnen (1.1 km), Weetangera (1.5 km), Page (1.6 km), Florey (2.6 km).
Cuisine mix in Macquarie
Frequently asked questions
Where is What the Pho located?
What the Pho is located at Macquarie ACT. It is about 2.8 km from the centre of Belconnen. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of What the Pho?
What the Pho is open 7 days. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does What the Pho serve?
What the Pho serves Thai cuisine. Browse our Thai menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
Is What the Pho wheelchair accessible?
Yes — What the Pho is listed as wheelchair accessible.
How can I contact What the Pho?
You can reach What the Pho by phone on 0450 446 666, by email at [email protected] or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to What the Pho?
The closest venue is Taco About, about 10 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Roo Tea (10 m), Hao Chi (10 m), Haochi (10 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near What the Pho?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Courgette Restaurant (International, 6.6 km), Azima (Middle Eastern & Turkish, 7.2 km), Black Fire (International, 6.8 km).
Where else can I find Thai food near Macquarie?
Other Thai venues close by include Thips Thai (590 m), Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar (890 m), Ayuttahaya (1.1 km).
How many restaurants are there in Macquarie?
Our guide lists 16 places to eat in Macquarie, most commonly cafés & brunch (2), japanese restaurants (2), desserts & gelato (2). Within 25 km there are 1,110 venues in total.