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Mo'Pho Vietnamese Canteen

9 Bowen Bridge Rd, Herston QLD 4006, Australia

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9 Bowen Bridge Rd, Herston QLD 4006, Australia

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HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mo'Pho Vietnamese Canteen

Mo'Pho Vietnamese Canteen delivers fast, punchy street fare right across from the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Hospital staff and commuters rely on the counter for midday respite—think crusty banh mi, clean-broth phở bò, and vermicelli noodle bowls loaded with crisp herbs. Tofu options get equal care across salads and rice plates, catering to vegetarian cravings without cutting corners on depth. Orders fly out briskly, whether phoned ahead for the whole ward or grabbed curbside with a sweet lychee soda.

  • Hospital-side lunch staple: Set directly opposite the RBWH transit hub, offering brisk counter service and phone-ahead orders for busy shifts.
  • Dedicated plant-based options: Tofu receives equal billing across banh mi, salads, and rice plates alongside traditional beef and chicken classics.
  • Brisk street-food staples: Steaming phở bò, crisp pork banh mi, wontons, and house-poured lychee sodas built for lunch breaks.

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Why Choose Mo'Pho Vietnamese Canteen

Discover why hospital staff, commuters, and locals choose Mo'Pho for fresh lunches and soul-warming comfort.

  • Convenient Workday Hub Opposite RBWH

    Customers rely on quick lunch service and phone-ahead ordering directly across from RBWH station, making it a reliable staple during tight workday breaks.

    Definitely one of the gems near RBWH station.

    Daryl “Dino”
  • Flavorful Plant-Based Tofu Creations

    Diners looking for plant-based choices get dedicated options like fried rice bowls, salads, and crusty baguettes crafted with flavorful tofu.

    My fave tofu rice or salad! My go to lunch spot, always fresh and tasty

    Vanesa Laude
  • Soul-Warming Comfort Food

    Patrons turn to steaming broths and aromatic Vietnamese specialties to recharge and decompress, finding hearty meals that lift their spirits.

    food that warms your soul and fills your belly

    Mark Anthony Ohl
  • Reliable Craving Relief

    Disappointed diners find immediate satisfaction and comfort here when craving well-crafted street food made with care.

    instantly satisfied my craving. so flavourful, made with love!

    Kayla Foote
  • Dependable Group Office Takeaway

    Teams easily coordinate large group takeout orders by phoning ahead, receiving patient service and diverse dishes that satisfy everyone.

    We will most definitely be making Mo'Pho a regular lunch in our work weeks

    Raani Maharaj
  • Shared Precinct Lunch Rituals

    Healthcare staff and local workers gather around quick, fresh lunches that make their busy hospital workdays much brighter.

    Great lunch spot for those working at the RBWH.

    Laura Purcell

Before you head over

Practical tips for smooth workday pickups and lunch visits near RBWH

  • Time your visit around the peak lunch rush

    Peak lunch hours get crowded near the hospital, leading to extended wait times. Visit earlier or later around the midday rush, or allow extra time for pickup.

  • Phone ahead for workplace and group orders

    If you are picking up for a work group or need a tight turnaround during a short break, phone ahead to place your order in advance.

  • Explore versatile vegetarian tofu options

    Plant-based diners can easily customize their meals with dedicated tofu preparations across banh mi, fried rice, and salads.

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