Má Kitchen

Awarded by Falstaff Streetfood Guide (2025): 3 Flowers / 92 Points

Má Kitchen brings Vietnamese street food into a clear, contemporary form and is the heartfelt project of founder Thu Thanh Kochauf. The name "Má" means Mama in Vietnamese and refers to the dishes she learned from her mother. These authentic family recipes form the culinary foundation of her business today.

The concept is deliberately open. Guests choose their base: rice, noodles, crêpe, or baguette and combine it with meat, fish, or tofu. This creates a personalized dish, inspired by the food culture of the streets of Saigon. The menu includes Hot Pot Pho, sweet and sour soups, fried noodles, Bánh mì, and finger-friendly rolls – all in fresh variations with seasonal vegetables and homemade dips.

Behind the counter is a team that the founder has intentionally built from her Vietnamese community. Many of the staff are longtime companions or relatives. Cooking is done with experience and knowledge of recipes that have been passed down for generations. This ensures a unique signature that is palpably present.