Oren Pho Bar Grill

Oren Pho Bar Grill nails Vietnamese cuisine. This charming eatery in the centre of Northampton goes heavy on classic ingredients of chilli, lemongrass, coriander and Thai basil. These are the foundations of a menu that is authentic, fresh and delicious. There’s a long list of small plates to choose from, the Halong mussels in a coconut curry broth are not to be missed, and the bong cai ot, a unique salted chilli cauliflower dish, is also a winner. But, of course, pho is the main attraction and as the national dish of Vietnam, so it should be. Flat rice noodles are cooked for 10 hours in various meat or vegetable broths. Try pho tai (rare beef) or pho ga (chicken). Or, if you’re feeling brave, why not opt for bun? The spicy alternative to pho that originates from the imperial city of Hue. Nestled on Gas Street, Oren gets busy, so do book ahead.