Phamous Kitchen

Phamous Kitchen Phamous Kitchen is a contemporary Asian restaurant located in the bustling shopping and dining precinct of Balmain. With a menu that offers a wide range of South East Asian flavours, including Vietnamese, Thai and Malaysian cuisine with a modern Australian twist, the restaurant caters to all dietary requirements with gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and vegetarian options. Head chef Thomas brings his passion for Asian dishes to reinterpret traditional flavours and create art on each plate using fresh produce. The signature dish, Pork Crisp Pancake with Pulled Pork is exclusive to Phamous Kitchen in Sydney.
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Different tastes. Strong opinions.⁠⁠Some avoid gluten. Others avoid compromise.⁠⁠There's room for both.⁠⁠Mon–Fri from 5P...
25/10/2026

Different tastes. Strong opinions.⁠
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Some avoid gluten. Others avoid compromise.⁠
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There's room for both.⁠
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Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Different tastes. Strong opinions.Some avoid gluten. Others avoid compromise.There's room for both.Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sa...
24/10/2026

Different tastes. Strong opinions.

Some avoid gluten. Others avoid compromise.

There's room for both.

Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Just a few bites, we said.A statement made before seeing the menu.Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM
22/10/2026

Just a few bites, we said.

A statement made before seeing the menu.

Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Small commitments. Excellent decisionsEspecially the edible ones.Phamous Kitchen - Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM
21/10/2026

Small commitments. Excellent decisions

Especially the edible ones.

Phamous Kitchen - Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

20/10/2026
Friday called for reinforcements.We brought red and white.Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM
15/10/2026

Friday called for reinforcements.
We brought red and white.

Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Green and crunchy Papaya, two ways. Neither particularly interested in being a side salad.Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun fro...
14/10/2026

Green and crunchy Papaya, two ways. Neither particularly interested in being a side salad.

Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

One Sun-kissed Scallop would’ve been sensible.Here are three. And perhaps a cocktail.Sunday from 12PM. P.S. Tuesdays sta...
11/10/2026

One Sun-kissed Scallop would’ve been sensible.
Here are three. And perhaps a cocktail.
Sunday from 12PM. P.S. Tuesdays start this week

Come hungry. Decisions get easier from there.Friday at Phamous.Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM
08/10/2026

Come hungry. Decisions get easier from there.
Friday at Phamous.

Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

A very good reason to cancel whatever you were cooking.Phamous Kitchen Balmain Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM
06/10/2026

A very good reason to cancel whatever you were cooking.

Phamous Kitchen Balmain
Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

One less reason to cook on a Tuesday.We’re now open Tuesdays from 13 October.Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM
06/10/2026

One less reason to cook on a Tuesday.
We’re now open Tuesdays from 13 October.

Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

A Sunday project we can actually get behind.Roll. Dip. Repeat.Phamous Kitchen BalmainMon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12P...
04/10/2026

A Sunday project we can actually get behind.
Roll. Dip. Repeat.

Phamous Kitchen Balmain
Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

02/10/2026

When the prawns go disco. 🕺🔥
Saturday, wok side.
Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Friday. A meeting we’re happy to attend. Attendance strongly encouraged.  Phamous Kitchen BalmainMon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–...
01/10/2026

Friday. A meeting we’re happy to attend. Attendance strongly encouraged.
Phamous Kitchen Balmain
Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Not everything needs to be shared.Pick your fried rice. Then pick your audience: Regular or Large — yours, or everyone’s...
30/09/2026

Not everything needs to be shared.
Pick your fried rice. Then pick your audience: Regular or Large — yours, or everyone’s.

Phamous Kitchen Balmain
Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Slow-cooked. As Sundays should be.Sticky Lamb Ribs, taking their time so you don’t have to.Phamous Kitchen Balmain Mon–F...
27/09/2026

Slow-cooked. As Sundays should be.

Sticky Lamb Ribs, taking their time so you don’t have to.

Phamous Kitchen Balmain
Mon–Fri from 5PM | Sat–Sun from 12PM

Address

233 Darling Street, Balmain
Sydney, NSW
2041

To reach the Vietnamese restaurant on Darling Street in Sydney, you can take public transport via bus or ferry. If taking the bus, catch any of 441, 442 or 445 that travel along Darling Street and get off at the nearest stop. Alternatively, catch a ferry ride to Balmain East and walk down Darling Street until you reach the restaurant.

If driving, head towards Darling Street in Balmain and park your car on any of the available parking spots along the street. Please note that parking might be limited during peak hours.

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 10pm
Wednesday 5pm - 10pm
Thursday 5pm - 10pm
Friday 5pm - 10:30pm
Saturday 11:30am - 10:30pm
Sunday 11:30am - 10pm

Telephone

+61 2 8668 5865

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What people say

Vietnamese cuisine is known for its fresh and vibrant flavors, and Phamous Kitchen in Darling Street, Sydney certainly lives up to this reputation. This contemporary Asian restaurant offers a wide range of dishes inspired by various South East Asian cuisines, including Vietnamese, Thai, and Malaysian. What sets Phamous Kitchen apart is their modern Australian twist on these traditional dishes.

Owner and head chef Thomas brings his experience from working in modern Australian kitchens to reinterpret classic Asian dishes. The attention to detail in the cooking and use of fresh produce is evident in every dish. The menu also caters to various dietary requirements with gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, and vegetarian options available.

One standout dish at Phamous Kitchen is the Fried Rice Paper Rolls made using rice paper sourced from Vietnam from a secret supplier flown in specially for that authentic taste. Another must-try dish is the Signature Dish - Pork Crisp Pancake with Pulled Pork, Asian BBQ, coconut, micro herbs, goat curd and sauerkraut - created exclusively by Chef Thomas.

The atmosphere at Phamous Kitchen is warm and inviting with friendly staff who are passionate about their food. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner with friends or family, Phamous Kitchen is definitely worth a visit.