Pho 50
Zurich
At a glance
Pho 50 is a Vietnamese restaurant at Stauffacherstrasse 101A in 8004 Zürich. Its menu is centred on Vietnamese cooking, with fresh herbs, substantial soups and curries that range from mild to spicy. The selection also includes a range of broader Asian-style preparations, giving the restaurant a menu that extends beyond one signature dish.
The kitchen covers several familiar Vietnamese formats, including rice and noodle-based meals, filled rolls, soups, grilled and fried items, and dishes served with vegetables. Pho appears in vegetarian, vegan and beef versions, while other noodle soups and rice-noodle dishes bring together combinations of tofu, meat, seafood and poultry. The menu also includes Vietnamese sandwiches, rice-paper preparations and slow-cooked dishes, reflecting the variety of everyday Vietnamese dining.
Fresh herbs are an important part of the restaurant’s stated approach, while chilli, curry and other savoury seasonings give the food a broad range of intensity. Spicy curry options are available with different main ingredients, including tofu, poultry, fish and beef. Other preparations draw on sweet-and-sour, tamarind, ginger, satay and Szechuan-style flavours. This makes the menu suitable for diners looking for fragrant, herb-led food as well as for those who prefer stronger heat or richer sauces.
Vegetarian diners can choose from meat-free starters, tofu-based dishes, vegetable preparations and vegan pho. Meat and seafood are also well represented, with beef, pork, chicken, duck, prawns, fish and squid appearing across the menu. The range gives mixed parties room to order different styles of food without being limited to a single category.
Pho 50’s setting is defined primarily by its role as a Vietnamese restaurant serving a wide, flexible menu on Stauffacherstrasse. It suits diners seeking a bowl-based meal, a noodle or rice dish, a curry, or a selection of smaller Vietnamese and Asian preparations. The Zurich location makes it a practical choice for a meal focused on fresh herbs, broths, noodles, vegetables and varied protein options.
