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Restaurant Mama's Phở

Vietnamese Pho, Vegan Tofu

Worth ordering: #2 Pho in Helsinkinamed in 5 reviews

Try the vegan tofu pho, praised for its aromatic broth and generous portions.

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Top tips

Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Good to know: Check ingredients with staff before ordering, as one reviewer said their ingredient question went unanswered.
  • Bun Chay is a recurring vegan pick; one reviewer also recommends the vegan version of Bun Cha Nem.
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  • Expect a possible queue at lunchtime, especially in summer.

People mention

Bun chay.

Good for

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

This casual Vietnamese stall in Helsinki’s old market hall serves pho and noodle salads, with reviewers calling out vegan tofu pho and Bun Chay; portions are often described as large. Lunch has been praised for quick, friendly service and roughly €12 dishes, though one 2025 review reported difficulty getting ingredient answers and a long lunch queue has also been noted.

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Lönnrotinkatu 34, 00180 Helsinki, Finland

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–17:00
Tuesday
11:00–17:00
Wednesday
11:00–17:00
Thursday
11:00–17:00
Friday
11:00–17:00
Saturday
11:00–18:00
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.1 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.7 102 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.6 5 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
tofu

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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