Pho Russell Square is a bright, modern Vietnamese restaurant located in The Brunswick Centre on Bernard Street, just moments from Russell Square Underground Station. Set within the bustling, open-air Brunswick Centre in Bloomsbury, the restaurant sits among a mix of shops, cafés, cinemas and student accommodation, making it a convenient dining spot for locals, office workers, students and visitors exploring the British Museum and surrounding cultural institutions.
Part of the well-known Pho group, the restaurant specialises in healthy, fresh Vietnamese cooking, with a menu built around the brand’s signature pho noodle soup. Prepared with slow-cooked broth and a choice of toppings such as chicken, beef or tofu, the pho is a central feature of the menu. Alongside this, diners can enjoy a wide range of curries, rice bowls, wok-fried noodles, salads and sharing starters, including crispy spring rolls and fragrant prawn curry. Over a third of the menu is vegan, and almost all dishes are gluten-free, with the restaurant accredited by Coeliac UK, making it a popular choice for those with dietary requirements.
Its open-kitchen layout also adds a sense of theatre to the dining experience, allowing guests to watch dishes being prepared with the speed and precision typical of Vietnamese street cooking. The drinks list includes fresh juices, Vietnamese beers, wine and cocktails, complementing the light, aromatic flavours of the food. The restaurant is open daily, offering both dine-in and takeaway options.
With its central Bloomsbury location, relaxed atmosphere and commitment to fresh, nutritious Vietnamese dishes, Pho Russell Square has become a reliable favourite for quick lunches, casual dinners and pre-cinema meals. Its combination of healthy cooking, inclusive menu options and convenient setting makes it a standout choice within the lively Brunswick Centre dining scene.