Best Pho Restaurants in Lincoln Square
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Nhu Lan Bakery
A bakery-backed banh mi counter with rare, sustained local validation for speed and consistency.
Notable Picks
8.4
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A high-volume Vietnamese bakery-and-sandwich counter where the move is classic banh mi on crackly bread, built fast and consistently. It’s strongest when you order one house-style sub and a light side (spring rolls or a pastry) instead of turning it into a full menu tour.
Must-Try Dishes:
House Special Banh Mi, Roast Pork Banh Mi, Spring Rolls
What makes it special: A bakery-backed banh mi counter with rare, sustained local validation for speed and consistency.
#2
LC Pho
8.1
A pho specialist where the broth-and-noodle execution is the headline, backed by a clean, efficient dining rhythm. The best experience comes from sticking to one pho bowl and one fresh appetizer, letting the balance of aromatics and beef carry the meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brisket Pho, Combination Pho, Spring Rolls
What makes it special: A pho-first kitchen with a reputation built on broth balance and repeatable execution.