Meet the fam.
Meet Lisa and Ian, the dynamic duo behind your favorite local spot. Lisa, born and raised in Columbus, OH, spent her formative years at St. Francis Desales before diving into a thriving marketing and sales career in Chicago. But the call of her hometown and the love for her family's recipes brought her back, and together with her husband Ian, they opened 61Pho.
Ian, also an Ohio native, boasts an impressive 30-year journey in the restaurant industry. His culinary adventure began in 1993 and flourished with a degree from the Florida Culinary Institute in 2002.
Blending Ian’s extensive culinary expertise with Lisa’s cherished Saigon roots, they’ve created a menu that’s a true labor of love. Each dish at 61Pho is a testament to family traditions passed down through generations, now lovingly shared with the vibrant 614 community.
Lisa and Ian are proud to call Columbus home and actively participate in Clintonville events. When they’re not delighting customers with their delicious cuisine, you’ll find them enjoying park days with their three adorable dogs, Moose, Sully, and Gus.
Join us in celebrating our 10th year in business, and experience the warmth and flavors that make 61Pho a beloved part of the community!
What’s the Pho-1-1?
Columbus Underground
“Everyone at the table should order this sandwich, in order to avoid food jealousy and conflict.”
Columbus Monthly
“The simple Asian noodle soup known as pho is the next star in the build-it-yourself restaurant craze.”
Yelp Review
“…it's a great place to stop for vegetarian spring rolls and other Vietnamese delectable—and, of course, what many are beginning to believe is the best pho in town.”
Motovo
“Visit 61Pho for the best Vietnamese in Columbus!”
TripAdvisor Reviewer
“[I] have been here more than a dozen times and drive over an hour to get here. Never disappoints and always great food! Helpful staff, easy to find, nice location.”
Happy Cow