Pho Ga Bac Bac Selected for the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American Southwest

Pho Ga Bac Bac has been selected for the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American Southwest, marking a major milestone for our Las Vegas restaurant and our commitment to authentic Northern Vietnamese chicken pho.

The 2026 guide marks MICHELIN's highly anticipated return to Las Vegas after a 17-year absence. Pho Ga Bac Bac is proud to be among the Las Vegas restaurants recognized in this historic edition.

Is Pho Ga Bac Bac in the MICHELIN Guide?

Yes. Pho Ga Bac Bac is a MICHELIN Guide Recommended restaurant in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American Southwest.

Located at 3775 Spring Mountain Road in Las Vegas, Pho Ga Bac Bac was included among the Las Vegas restaurants selected for the new regional guide covering Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and Utah.

For our team, this recognition is especially meaningful because our restaurant is built around a focused specialty: authentic Northern Vietnamese chicken pho, or Pho Ga.

A Historic Return for the MICHELIN Guide in Las Vegas

The 2026 announcement was a landmark moment for the Las Vegas dining community.

The MICHELIN Guide had not published a Las Vegas edition since 2009. After 17 years, MICHELIN returned to recognize restaurants as part of its inaugural American Southwest selection.

The new regional guide encompasses restaurants across Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico and Utah, bringing renewed international attention to the diverse culinary traditions found throughout the Southwest.

The 2026 MICHELIN Guide Southwest Ceremony in Las Vegas

The selections were celebrated during an invitation-only ceremony at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on August 26, 2026.

Chefs, restaurateurs and hospitality professionals from across the four-state region gathered in Las Vegas for the inaugural event.

According to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the celebration highlighted the exceptional talent, creativity and ambition behind the Southwest's evolving culinary scene—as well as the distinctive flavors, traditions and sense of place that attract diners from around the world.

Las Vegas restaurants received 24 distinctions in the inaugural Southwest selection, ranging from Michelin Stars and Bib Gourmands to MICHELIN Guide Recommended restaurants.

Pho Ga Bac Bac is honored to be among them.

What Does MICHELIN Guide Recommended Mean?

A restaurant does not need to receive a Michelin Star to be included in the MICHELIN Guide.

The 2026 Las Vegas selections include Michelin-starred restaurants, Bib Gourmand restaurants and additional restaurants recommended by MICHELIN's inspectors.

Pho Ga Bac Bac was selected as a MICHELIN Guide Recommended restaurant.

For our restaurant, being included in the guide is meaningful recognition of the food and Vietnamese culinary traditions we work to share with Las Vegas every day.

Bringing Northern Vietnamese Chicken Pho to the MICHELIN Guide

Pho Ga Bac Bac specializes in Pho Ga—Vietnamese chicken pho—with an emphasis on Northern Vietnamese tradition.

Our approach begins with ingredients and preparation.

We use free-range chicken and prepare our bone broth through a slow simmer of more than 24 hours, developing the deep yet balanced flavor at the heart of every bowl.

Our chicken pho brings together:

• Free-range chicken

• Bone broth simmered for over 24 hours

• Rice noodles

• Fresh herbs and garnishes

• Traditional Vietnamese aromatics

• Northern Vietnamese preparation and flavors

Rather than treating chicken pho as simply another menu option, Pho Ga is at the heart of what we do.

A Proud Moment for Pho Ga Bac Bac and Las Vegas

Las Vegas has one of the most diverse restaurant communities in the country, from internationally renowned fine-dining destinations on the Strip to independent neighborhood restaurants representing cuisines from around the world.

The return of the MICHELIN Guide gives that culinary community another international spotlight.

For Pho Ga Bac Bac, being selected for the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American Southwest is both an honor and motivation to continue doing what we have always set out to do: serve authentic, carefully prepared Northern Vietnamese food to our guests.

We are grateful to our team, our customers and the Las Vegas community for being part of this journey.

From a Tire Company to the World's Most Famous Restaurant Guide

The story of the MICHELIN Guide has an unusual beginning.

Michelin was founded as a French tire company, and in 1900, the Michelin brothers introduced a guide for motorists containing practical travel information, including places to eat and stay.

The idea was connected to the growing popularity of automobiles: encourage people to travel more, and they would ultimately drive more miles and need more tires.

Over time, the dining portion of the guide became increasingly influential.

By 1931, Michelin had established the three-star hierarchy associated with the guide today. A three-star designation represented the highest level of recognition, traditionally describing cuisine considered worthy of making a special journey to experience.

What began as a resource for motorists eventually became one of the world's most influential restaurant guides.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pho Ga Bac Bac a MICHELIN restaurant?

Yes. Pho Ga Bac Bac is a MICHELIN Guide Recommended restaurant in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American Southwest.

Did Pho Ga Bac Bac receive a Michelin Star?

Pho Ga Bac Bac was MICHELIN Guide Recommended, rather than awarded a Michelin Star or Bib Gourmand, in the 2026 American Southwest selection.

What type of food does Pho Ga Bac Bac serve?

Pho Ga Bac Bac specializes in authentic Northern Vietnamese chicken pho (Pho Ga) prepared with free-range chicken and bone broth simmered for more than 24 hours.

Where is Pho Ga Bac Bac located?

Pho Ga Bac Bac is located at 3775 Spring Mountain Road, Las Vegas, NV 89102.

When did the MICHELIN Guide return to Las Vegas?

MICHELIN announced its new Las Vegas selections on August 26, 2026, marking the guide's return to the city after its previous Las Vegas edition in 2009.

Experience MICHELIN Guide Recommended Pho Ga Bac Bac in Las Vegas

We invite locals and visitors alike to experience the Northern Vietnamese flavors that earned Pho Ga Bac Bac a place in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide American Southwest.

Come enjoy a comforting bowl of authentic chicken pho prepared with free-range chicken, fresh ingredients and broth simmered for more than 24 hours.

Pho Ga Bac Bac
3775 Spring Mountain Rd
Las Vegas, NV 89102
(702) 476-9623

Taste the tradition in every bowl.