Restaurant in Seattle, United States
Capitol Hill pho that earns repeat visits.
Pho Than Brothers on Broadway E is a Capitol Hill go-to for consistent, affordable Vietnamese pho. Walk-ins are easy, the space suits solo diners and pairs best, and short-distance takeout is a workable option if you request broth and noodles packed separately. Not a special-occasion destination, but a reliable neighbourhood bowl at an accessible price.
Pho Than Brothers on Broadway E is a Capitol Hill staple for Vietnamese pho at a price point that makes it one of the more accessible bowls in Seattle. If you're a returning visitor wondering what to try next beyond the standard beef pho, this is a spot worth revisiting for its consistency rather than reinvention. For off-premise eating, the format travels reasonably well — broth-based dishes are always a risk in transit, but a short delivery window keeps things workable.
The Broadway E location sits in the middle of a lively commercial stretch on Capitol Hill. The room is compact and functional rather than atmospheric — counter seating and tight tables signal that throughput matters here. This is not a venue built for a long evening; it's built for a good bowl, efficiently delivered. If you're dining solo or in a pair, you'll find the layout accommodating. Larger groups should manage expectations: this is not a sprawling dining room, and the close quarters during peak hours reflect the neighbourhood's density. The practical upside is that turnover is fast and waits, while possible at busy times, tend to be short.
Midweek lunch or an early dinner on a weekday gives you the most comfortable experience. Weekend evenings on Capitol Hill bring foot traffic that backs up into casual spots like this one. If takeout is your plan, a midday weekday order is your lowest-friction option , the kitchen is typically less stretched, and the food is more likely to arrive in good shape. Pho does not hold well over long delivery distances, so proximity matters: if you're within a mile or two of Broadway E, delivery is a reasonable call. Further out, pick-up is the smarter move.
Pho travels better than many noodle dishes because broth and noodles are often packed separately, which limits the sogginess problem. If you're ordering in from a short distance, Than Brothers is a solid choice for a weeknight dinner at home. It won't replicate a sit-down bowl exactly, but it's a competent proxy. For a more curated Seattle dining experience at home, explore our full Seattle restaurants guide for venues with stronger delivery programs.
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pho Than Brothers | Easy | — | |
| Canlis | Unknown | — | |
| Joule | Unknown | — | |
| Kamonegi | Unknown | — | |
| Maneki | Unknown | — | |
| Walrus & Carpenter | Unknown | — |
What to weigh when choosing between Pho Than Brothers and alternatives.
Walk-ins are the norm at Pho Than Brothers — this is a casual, counter-style pho spot on Broadway E, not a reservation-driven restaurant. Your main planning consideration is timing: midweek lunch or an early weekday dinner keeps you ahead of the Capitol Hill foot traffic that builds on weekend evenings.
Come expecting a compact, functional room and fast service — this is a bowl-and-go kind of place rather than a lingering dinner spot. Pho Than Brothers has built its Capitol Hill reputation on consistent, accessible Vietnamese pho at a price point that makes it one of the more affordable bowls in Seattle. First visit, stick to the pho and take your cues from the regulars.
Pho Than Brothers on Broadway E is a casual Vietnamese pho restaurant, not a bar-format venue. Seating is dine-in at tables in a compact room, and the space is functional rather than atmospheric. If a counter or bar experience is what you're after, this isn't the format.
If you want to stay in Vietnamese pho territory but explore further, Seattle has a broader Vietnamese dining corridor worth checking out. For a step up in format and occasion, Joule on Capitol Hill delivers Korean-inflected dishes at a higher price point. For classic Japanese comfort in a neighbourhood setting, Maneki in the International District is the comparison worth making.
No — and that's not a criticism. Pho Than Brothers is a casual, accessible pho spot with a compact, functional room; it's built for reliable everyday eating, not milestone dinners. For a special occasion in Seattle, Canlis or Walrus & Carpenter are the more fitting calls depending on your budget.
Pho is the reason people come back to Pho Than Brothers — it's in the name and in the reputation this Capitol Hill location has built. Broth and noodles are often packed separately for takeout orders, which makes it a solid off-premise option too. Beyond that, the menu specifics are best confirmed directly at the restaurant, as they can vary.
Vietnamese pho menus often include broth-based options that can work for a range of dietary needs, but specific accommodations at Pho Than Brothers should be confirmed directly with the restaurant at 527 Broadway E. Don't assume — ask when you arrive, particularly if you need gluten-free or vegetarian broth options.
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