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OBAO
$$$ · Vietnamese, Pho

647 9th Ave, Ste 1, New York, NY 10036
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Best Pho in Hell's Kitchen-Midtown West

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

OBAO 8.8
Hell's Kitchen
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A buzzy Hell’s Kitchen Southeast Asian spot where pho shares the stage with Thai-Viet comfort food and craft cocktails. The broth-driven dishes land rich and aromatic, and the kitchen keeps quality steady even at high volume. Come for a full meal and linger—this is a theater-district crowd-pleaser that still respects Vietnamese fundamentals.
Must-Try Dishes: Pho Bo Dac Biet (special combination beef pho), Spicy Lemongrass Pho Bo, Bo Luc Lac (shaking beef)
Scores:
Value: 8 Service: 8.6 Consistency: 9.1 Food Quality: 9 Atmosphere: 8.7 Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: High-volume institution with polished Thai-Viet pho and a serious broth program.
Who should go: Theatergoers, pho fans, and groups craving a lively meal.
When to visit: Pre-show dinner or a relaxed late lunch.
What to order: Special combination pho, spicy lemongrass pho, shaking beef.
Insider tip: Ask for extra herbs and chili oil to customize heat and freshness.