Long Phung Kids Menu
The long phung kids menu does not exist as an official page on the board, so let us get that out of the way first. Long Phung is a no-frills, family-run Vietnamese restaurant on Joo Chiat Road, and it has never published a kids menu. But the regular menu is naturally kid-friendly: mild chicken pho, soft fresh rolls, crispy fried chicken and sweet tamarind juice, with dishes from about $5 to $18 per person and no GST or service charge.
Does Long Phung have a kids menu?
Short answer: no. Long Phung is the kind of place where the menu lives on the wall as A4 photos of dishes with Vietnamese and English names, and you point at what you want. There are no kids portions, no crayons, no nugget-and-fries combo. That sounds like bad news for parents, but it is actually fine, because Vietnamese food at this level is mild, brothy and built on rice noodles, which is basically the universal kid diet.
The dishes that work for children are the gentle ones. Clear chicken broth, plain rice, grilled pork, fried spring rolls, fresh rice-paper rolls. The spicy end of the menu, bun bo hue and the spicy beef stew, is easy to avoid, and nothing on the kid-friendly list carries hidden heat. One thing to manage is the herb garnish: pho arrives with coriander and spring onion, so ask for the herbs on the side when you order and the bowl becomes instantly picky-eater safe. Split bowls and extra small bowls for sharing are everyday requests here, so just ask.
What should kids order at Long Phung?
These are the dishes children actually eat here, ranked by how little convincing they need. Prices are the most recent verified figures for each dish, with dates where the reports are older:
| Dish | Why Kids Like It | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Pho Ga | Chicken noodle soup; mild clear broth, shredded chicken | $7 (older) |
| Pho Heo | Pork noodle soup; same gentle broth, pork slices | $10.50 (Mar 2023) |
| Pho Nam | Well-done brisket noodle soup; tender beef, no spice | $10.50 (Mar 2023) |
| Goi Cuon (4 pc) | Fresh prawn and pork rolls; soft, not fried, fun to dip | $6 – $7 (older) |
| Cha Gio | Crispy fried spring rolls; the universal kid favourite | $7 (older) |
| Bun Thit Nuong | Grilled pork with dry noodles; sweetish, with spring roll | $7.50 (older) |
| Ga Vien Chien | Fried chicken pieces; Vietnamese-style popcorn chicken | $8 – $10 (older) |
| Com Trang Bo Kho | Mild beef stew with plain rice; French-influenced, tender | $7 (older) |
| Da Me | Sweet tamarind juice; the kids drink of choice | $2 (older) |
| Mango smoothie | Thick, sweet, no decisions required | $3 – $7 range |
Skip for small kids: bun bo hue (spicy), hu tieu bo kho (spicy beef stew noodles), and anything with “bo kho” in the name. The salads are excellent but dressed sharp, so they are a hard sell for under-tens.
Pho ga: the safest first order for kids
If your child has never had Vietnamese food, pho ga is the move. The broth is clear and mild, the chicken is plain shredded breast, the noodles are soft flat rice noodles. Nothing is spicy, nothing is fried, nothing looks strange. Ask for the herbs and bean sprouts on the side and you have a bowl that even a picky five-year-old will work through. The bowl is generous too, so for a small child, ask for an extra small bowl and split one order between two kids.
How much does a kids meal cost at Long Phung?
Kids eat cheaply here, mostly because the dishes they like are the cheapest things on the menu:
| Kids Meal | What Is In It | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Light eater | Pho ga ($7, older) + da me tamarind juice ($2, older) | ~$9 |
| Hungry kid | Pho heo ($10.50, Mar 2023) + mango smoothie ($3-$7) | ~$14 – $17 |
| Two small kids sharing | One pho dac biet ($11.90, Mar 2023) split + two drinks | ~$16 – $20 |
| Family of four | Two adult bowls + two kids meals + drinks | ~$35 – $50 |
Remember the built-in discount: no GST and no service charge, which quietly saves you around 9 to 10 percent versus a mall restaurant at the same menu prices. The counter price is the final price.
Tips for dining with kids at Long Phung
A few practical notes before you bring the whole crew:
1. Time it right. The Joo Chiat outlet queues at lunch and dinner peak, and a 15-minute wait with hungry kids is nobody’s idea of fun. Go at 3pm or after 8:30pm and you will walk straight in.
2. Bring cash. Long Phung is cash only, consistently reported by diners. Sort that before you arrive, because a kid mid-tantrum is the wrong time to hunt for an ATM.
4. Share generously. Portions are big for the price. One adult bowl plus a side of spring rolls feeds one adult and one small child comfortably.
5. Order mild by default. Ask for herbs on the side, no extra chili, and the kitchen will happily oblige.
6. Drinks win kids over. The $2 da me tamarind juice is sweet and novel, and the mango smoothie is a safe bet for fussy drinkers.
Long Phung Kids Menu FAQ
Does Long Phung have a kids menu?
No, there is no official kids menu. Order off the regular menu instead: pho ga (around $7 from older reports), goi cuon fresh rolls ($6-$7), cha gio spring rolls ($7) and ga vien chien fried chicken ($8-$10) are the kid-friendly picks. Ask for herbs on the side for picky eaters.
What is the cheapest kid-friendly dish at Long Phung?
Pho ga, the chicken noodle soup, was reported at $7 in older diner reports, with a $2 da me tamarind juice to go with it. That is a full kids meal for around $9 before any price moves. The counter price at your outlet is the final word.
Is Long Phung halal?
No MUIS halal certification was found for Long Phung, and the menu includes pork and beef dishes. It is not a halal-certified restaurant, so strict halal observers should check the MUIS directory for alternatives.
Does Long Phung have high chairs for toddlers?
Not confirmed. It is a tight, casual shophouse space, so call the Joo Chiat outlet on +65 6440 6959 before visiting with a toddler if seating matters to you.
Can I order kids food from Long Phung on GrabFood or foodpanda?
Yes. Long Phung has been on GrabFood and foodpanda since May 2020 (announced on their Facebook page), and the full menu is available for delivery. Pho ga and spring rolls travel fine.