# Beef brisket pho with lime and chili near Ajou Univ, Suwon: Madam Hao - By Eunbit (https://superchart.com/en/@supper-compass/) - Written Sep 8, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Suwon, Gyeonggi - Sponsored: This post was written after receiving a meal as an in-store sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/index.md) ## In short Madam Hao is a Vietnamese street food restaurant near Ajou University in Suwon, Gyeonggi. The writer ordered beef brisket pho, bun cha, and cha gio (fried spring rolls) together, brightening the clean broth with Thai chili and lime, and pairing it with smoky-charred bun cha and crispy cha gio. For two diners, one pho, one bun cha, plus an extra cha gio made for a satisfying combination. ## Good to know - **Menu ordered**: Beef brisket pho, bun cha, cha gio - **Hours (Mon–Fri)**: 11:00–3:00 (next day), break time 15:00–17:00 - **Hours (Sat)**: 17:00–3:00 (next day) - **Hours (Sun)**: 11:30–3:00 (next day), break time 15:00–17:00 - **Facilities**: Group seating, takeout, delivery, reservations, parking, separate restrooms, high chairs, easy payment available *as written by the visitor on Sep 8, 2026* ![Vietnamese food spread at Madam Hao](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-01-1pf2w-966.webp) On hot days like these, sometimes what you really want is food that snaps your appetite back to life. This time I was craving good Vietnamese food near Ajou University, went looking for a pho spot, and ended up at Madam Hao! ![Interior of Madam Hao restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-02-mya5z-966.webp) ![Madam Hao interior decorated with wood and plants](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-03-toxtu-966.webp) ![Beef brisket pho, bun cha, and cha gio on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-04-18cjk-966.webp) I like pho, but personally I'm a huge fan of bun cha (grilled pork with noodles), so this time I ordered beef brisket pho, bun cha, and cha gio (fried spring rolls) all together. Bottom line up front: all three menus went in different flavor directions, which made eating them together quite fun 🌱👍🏻 The clean pho and the smoky, charcoal-grilled bun cha paired especially well together — this is somewhere I'd want to come back to whenever I'm craving Vietnamese food near Ajou University. If you're looking for a pho restaurant near Ajou University, let me walk you through the food itself! ## Bun cha that had me at the charcoal aroma ![Bun cha served in a bamboo basket](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-05-h6i1j-966.webp) ![Bun cha with lettuce, rice noodles, and charcoal-grilled pork](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-06-1tsqh-966.webp) The first thing I tried was the bun cha. It came neatly arranged in a bamboo basket with lettuce, rice noodles, and charcoal-grilled pork. It looked so clean and appetizing the moment it landed on the table. ![Close-up of charcoal-grilled bun cha pork](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-07-1twcl-966.webp) ![Picking up a piece of bun cha pork](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-08-12h3l-966.webp) I started with the meat, and the very first bite had a gentle charcoal aroma. The pork itself wasn't dominated by a sweet or salty seasoning — instead the garlic and lemongrass came through naturally, more noticeable the more I chewed it! 🌱 I personally think how well you can taste the charcoal grilling is what makes or breaks bun cha, and Madam Hao's version delivered on that front. ![Bowl of nuoc mam sauce with bun cha components](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-09-1q99m-966.webp) ![Dipping noodles and meat into nuoc mam sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-10-1ttuh-966.webp) Dipping the meat and noodles into the nuoc mam (Vietnamese fish sauce) really brought the whole dish to life! The sauce was sweet-and-sour and salty, with a slight kick from the minced garlic and chili inside. ![Lettuce wrap with bun cha noodles and meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-11-14bsi-966.webp) ![Dipping a bun cha lettuce wrap into sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-12-3gqqd-966.webp) Piling noodles and meat onto a lettuce leaf and dipping it in the sauce gave me crunch, savory meat, and tangy sauce all at once — so good 👍🏻 On a hot day, this kind of tangy, clean food really goes down well haha. Of everything I ate that day, the bun cha was what I kept reaching for first. ## Clean yet deep: the beef brisket pho ![Beef brisket pho topped with scallions](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-13-9bdln-966.webp) Next up was the dish I was most looking forward to that day — the beef brisket pho. Generous slices of brisket sat over a clear broth, topped with a heap of scallions, so it looked quite hearty from the start. I tried the broth first, and the spice aroma was milder than I expected. Rather than an in-your-face spiced style, what came through first was a clean yet deep broth flavor. ![Clear broth of the beef brisket pho](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-14-vx1ni-966.webp) ![Scooping up beef brisket pho broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-15-1ut11-966.webp) So even people who find overly spiced pho a bit much would probably find this one easy to enjoy! That said, the broth wasn't bland either — the first sip was clean and light, but the deeper, meaty flavor kept coming through the more I ate, so I kept going back for more with my spoon haha. ![Lifting pho noodles and brisket with chopsticks](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-16-1saw2-966.webp) There was plenty of brisket, too, and it was cooked soft and tender, easy to eat. Eating the noodles and brisket together, then taking a sip of broth, gave an overall clean and comforting flavor! ![Beef brisket pho with Thai chili and lime added](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-17-13gp4-966.webp) Adding a bit of Thai green chili gave the broth a spicy kick, and squeezing in some lime made the finish noticeably fresher 🌱 Personally, the plain broth was already good, but I liked it even more after adding chili and lime. I'd worried that hot pho might feel like too much on a hot summer day, but with the lime it was surprisingly refreshing to eat! I get why people looking for a pho restaurant near Ajou University end up at Madam Hao. ## Cha gio with satisfying crunch ![Plate of crispy fried cha gio](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-18-byt18-966.webp) Bun cha and pho alone felt like it might not be quite enough, so I ordered cha gio (fried spring rolls) as well! The outside was fried thin and crispy. The batter wasn't too thick, and I could really taste the texture of the glass noodles, minced meat, and vegetables inside. Even though it's fried, it wasn't as greasy as I expected, so it wasn't heavy to eat alongside the pho! Dipped in the sauce, it got a nice salty, savory boost, and it was easy to pop one in between bites of the light pho. ![Cross-section of cha gio dipped in sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-19-kdhl5-966.webp) Pairing the crispy cha gio with a clean-broth dish like the beef brisket pho made the textural contrast even more enjoyable. If you're going with two people, I'd personally recommend one pho, one bun cha, and an extra cha gio — eating all three together made for a great combination haha. ![Table with beef brisket pho, bun cha, and cha gio together](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-20-1mdxe-966.webp) ## The verdict on eating all three together The beef brisket pho, bun cha, and cha gio I tried this time each had a different appeal. The pho had a clean, deep broth flavor, while the bun cha stood out for its charcoal-grilled meat and sweet-tangy nuoc mam sauce. ![Madam Hao's beef brisket pho and bun cha set](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-21-1w56c-m-1200.webp) The cha gio was great as a crunchy in-between bite. Sticking to one dish is fine too, but if there are two or more of you, sharing several dishes like this seems like it would be much more satisfying. It also seemed like a good place for a pho lover and someone who prefers noodles and meat over broth to visit together, since there's something for everyone. ![Seating at Madam Hao under bamboo lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-22-14k0z-m-966.webp) ## What's the atmosphere like? The food was the most memorable part, but the atmosphere was pretty good too. Bamboo lighting, wood interior, and plants scattered around gave it a real Vietnamese street food feel. The photos of Hanoi streets on the walls matched the vibe well. ![Restaurant wall decorated with photos of Hanoi streets](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-23-1c115-966.webp) It was fun to look around while waiting for the food, and overall it wasn't too noisy, so it was a comfortable place to eat. If I had to pick my favorite dish from this visit, I personally enjoyed the bun cha the most. The combination of gently charcoal-scented meat and the sweet-tangy sauce was great, and eating it with lettuce and noodles kept it from getting boring. Second place goes to the beef brisket pho. The broth wasn't overpowering and was clean, so I could finish the whole bowl without feeling weighed down. If you usually prefer a clean, deep style of pho over strong spice, this one should suit your taste well! ![Table at Madam Hao after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio-24-10nk0-m-966.webp) If you're looking for a hearty meal near Ajou University or a good pho restaurant near Ajou University, give Madam Hao a try! Between the smoky bun cha, the clean broth of the beef brisket pho, and the crispy cha gio, eating all three together made for a quite satisfying meal! Next time I visit, I'd like to try some of the other menu items I didn't get to this time haha. If you're craving Vietnamese food near Ajou University and looking for a good pho restaurant, I recommend Madam Hao for the bun cha and beef brisket pho combo! ## Hours and useful info Madam Hao's hours vary slightly by day, so please check before visiting :) - Monday–Friday: 11:00–3:00 the next day (break time 15:00–17:00) - Saturday: 17:00–3:00 the next day - Sunday: 11:30–3:00 the next day (break time 15:00–17:00) It's open late into the night, so it's good for dinner as well as a late-night craving for good food ✨ - Group seating available - Takeout available - Delivery available - Reservations available - Parking available - Separate men's and women's restrooms - High chairs available - Easy payment available Madam Hao is a good spot for gatherings and family meals alike, and just as good for a relaxed solo visit. If you're planning to go, keep the break time and hours in mind and visit at your leisure 🤍 ## Where it is - Madam Hao (마담하오) - 49 101-ho, World Cup-ro 193beon-gil, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 경기도 수원시 영통구 월드컵로193번길 49 101호 - 37.2769947, 127.0449131 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%A7%88%EB%8B%B4%ED%95%98%EC%98%A4/@37.2769947,127.0449131,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@supper-compass/madam-hao-suwon-brisket-pho-buncha-cha-gio/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt