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In his book "Hanoi Delicacies," writer Vu Bang meticulously and realistically described pho, a dish that is both authentic and subtle. Hanoians enjoy starting their mornings with a steaming bowl of pho. As Vu Bang describes it, it's a dish that anyone can enjoy. It's a refined Hanoi delicacy, carrying great symbolic meaning in a special moment.
When talking about Hanoi pho, one cannot fail to mention Pho Tu Lun.
The 80-year journey of a family-owned pho brand.
When talking about Hanoi pho, one cannot fail to mention Pho Tu Lun - a family-run pho brand that has become an indispensable part of the lives of the people here. Pho Tu Lun attracts diners with its rich, traditional beef pho flavor and its simple, rustic atmosphere that bears the distinct mark of Hanoi.
Located on Hai Ba Trung Street, the restaurant is named Pho Tu Lun – a name associated with the small stature of its first owner. For over eight decades, Pho Tu Lun has maintained its family's secret pho recipe, passed down from generation to generation. Today, even in its third generation, the restaurant remains a familiar destination for Hanoi residents and tourists alike.
For over eight decades, Tư Lùn's pho restaurant has maintained its family's secret recipe, passed down from generation to generation.
Pho - the epitome of Hanoi's culinary art.
As soon as customers step onto the sidewalk where the pho restaurant is located, they can already feel the rich aroma of broth simmered from bones, blended with the scent of cinnamon and cardamom, spreading through the air.
What makes Pho Tu Lun so appealing is its rich, traditional beef pho flavor. Unlike other pho restaurants in Hanoi that usually have clear broth, Pho Tu Lun offers a distinctive cloudy color, concealing a delicate sweetness from the meat and bones simmered until tender.
The broth at Tư Lùn's pho is simmered from beef bones for many hours, combined with secret spices to create a distinctive flavor that leaves a lasting impression on anyone who has tasted it. Each drop of hot broth blends with the soft, chewy rice noodles and tender slices of beef, creating a perfect symphony of flavors that awakens all the senses of the diner.
Pho Tu Lun has a distinctive cloudy color, concealing a delicate sweetness from the meat and bones simmered until tender.
The owner of Tư Lùn pho restaurant said that the shop has always preserved the traditional pho recipe passed down from her grandfather and parents. She pays special attention to the meat selection process, ensuring the freshest and highest quality meat.
Pho Tu Lun uses two types of beef: rare and well-done. The rare beef is taken from the tenderloin or rump, and after slicing, it is lightly pounded to tenderize it and retain its sweetness. The well-done beef is boiled thoroughly and sliced into long, thin pieces.
The beef at Pho Tu Lun achieves perfect tenderness while maintaining a firm texture and consistency throughout, without becoming crumbly or mushy. This unique characteristic is what makes Pho Tu Lun a memorable brand for diners.
Pho Tu Lun uses two types of beef: rare and well-done.
Tu Lun Pho restaurant is open from early morning until 7 PM, ready to serve pho enthusiasts anytime, anywhere. The busiest times are early morning, when people start their day with a steaming bowl of pho, and late afternoon, when hunger pangs seek solace.
The menu at Tu Lun Pho restaurant is simple but incredibly "valuable," featuring three main types of pho: well-done, rare, and rare-cooked. Prices range from around 70,000 VND, depending on the customer's preference.
Enjoy a steaming bowl of pho at Pho Tu Lun.
The highlight that leaves a lasting impression on diners is the crispy fried dough sticks served as an accompaniment. Each golden, crunchy dough stick, when combined with the hot pho, creates an explosive symphony of flavors in your mouth that you'll never forget.
Pho Tu Lun is not just a dish; it symbolizes meticulousness and care in every step of its preparation. Enjoying a steaming bowl of pho here, diners will experience the sophistication of Vietnamese culinary culture, along with the love and passion that the Pho Tu Lun family has for this traditional dish.
Tu Lun Pho restaurant is open from early morning until 7 PM, ready to serve pho lovers anytime, anywhere.
The traditional flavor of pho captivates diners.
Pho Tu Lun boasts a small, simple space with rustic wooden tables and chairs. Despite its simplicity, the space offers diners a warm, intimate feeling, reminiscent of Hanoi.
For the people of Hanoi, Pho Tu Lun is not just a simple pho restaurant, but also a place that holds childhood memories and peaceful mornings. With its delicious traditional beef pho and simple, rustic atmosphere, Pho Tu Lun has become a must-visit destination for tourists coming to Hanoi. Here, diners not only get to enjoy authentic and delicious pho but also have the opportunity to experience the unique culinary culture of the people of Hanoi.
Having been in business for many years, the pho restaurant has become a familiar address for many diners.
Having been in business for many years, the pho restaurant has become a familiar address for many diners. Ms. Nguyen Thanh Hang (Hai Ba Trung district, Hanoi) said she has been eating here for over 30 years: “Today, I brought my close friend, who has been away from Hanoi for a long time, back here to eat Pho Tu Lun. The taste of the pho is still the same as before, the broth is rich and flavorful and the beef is very tender.”
Pho Tu Lun is one of the oldest and most famous pho restaurants in Hanoi. For over 80 years, this small restaurant has maintained its traditional pho flavor, contributing to the richness of the capital's culinary scene.
Pho Tu Lun is one of the oldest and most famous pho restaurants in Hanoi.
