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Pho Basil

Vietnamese-Thai, Vegan Pho & Curry

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Top tips

Ask about: animal ingredients

  • Ask for tofu pad see ew without egg or oyster sauce; staff can accommodate the vegan preparation.
  • Good to know: Ask staff to confirm sauces and request vegan modifications; fish sauce and egg need to be omitted from some dishes.
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  • Expect a queue at busy times; the outdoor QR-code waitlist has been reported as easy to use.
  • Try the vegan pho, which several diners praised for its balanced flavor.
  • Portions are large, so consider ordering carefully, especially when sharing.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention pho, curry and massaman curry.

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Also pad see ew, panang curry, spring rolls and noodles.

Good for

The vibe: groups

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and affordable.

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Also praised for attentive service, fast service and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Pho Basil pairs Vietnamese pho with Thai curries and noodle dishes, and its online menu highlights vegan and gluten-free choices, including vegan pho and massaman curry. The small, no-frills dining room draws steady queues; portions are large, prices are described as affordable, and staff can help modify dishes, though sauces without fish sauce may taste milder.

Vegan menu

No dishes listed yet.

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177 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–22:00
Tuesday
11:30–22:00
Wednesday
11:30–22:00
Thursday
11:30–22:00
Friday
11:30–22:30
Saturday
11:30–22:30
Sunday
11:30–22:00

the food

4.3 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.4 2,284 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.8 11 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu

Ask about: Hidden animal ingredients in dishes labelled vegan: ask about sauces and broths.

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