Baan Lao presents a distinguished culinary journey centered on authentic Thai flavors, offering a sophisticated approach to traditional dishes. Patrons can expect expertly crafted curries, vibrant stir-fries, and flavorful noodle creations, all prepared with a commitment to fresh ingredients and meticulous technique. The menu highlights the rich tapestry of Thai cuisine, from the aromatic heat of green curry to the sweet and savory balance of pad thai. Each dish is thoughtfully presented, showcasing the vibrant colors and complex tastes that define Thai cooking. The dining experience is refined yet approachable, providing a delightful exploration of Southeast Asian culinary artistry.
Baan Lao is widely celebrated as a hidden gem in Montreal, offering a unique fusion of Bangladeshi and Vietnamese cuisine that is completely halal. Customers frequently praise the depth of flavor in dishes like the beef pho, banh mi, and various grilled skewers, often highlighting the freshness of ingredients and generous portion sizes. While the restaurant is noted for its cozy, family-operated atmosphere and exceptionally welcoming service, some diners mention that wait times can occasionally be longer during peak hours. Overall, the combination of affordable pricing, attentive hospitality, and a menu that successfully blends diverse flavors makes it a highly recommended destination for both local residents and visitors.
Picture included of entire order - hadn't taken a bite yet.
This order was around $40 of food, & nothing like the pictures provided on their site. As an example, one of the skewers came with two small pieces of chicken instead.
After ordering, the order took around an hour to come in, then the delivery said it was delivered 10 minutes prior to it actually being delivered cold.
The food was delicious, though I'd suggest ordering more if it's within your price range. The fish bhuna (top right) was flavourful & tender but multiple bites came with a bone included. The chicken skewers were tender & crispy, & the dal puri (top left) was flaky & pleasant.
Also important to note I ordered an hour before close & they had warned me they were extremely busy, so this could explain the wait.
Had the pho with beef & the chicken banh mi, & both were really good. The ingredients tasted fresh, the portions were satisfying, & everything was full of flavor. The service was excellent as well, friendly, attentive, & welcoming. Overall, a great experience & I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!
Nice cozy place, we really loved this restaurant. We tried the chicken rolls, fried rice & the curry & one dish that comes in 8 balls which was delicious, the chicken rolls was also very good
Jun 20, 2026
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I love this restaurant, the first time I ordered Pho it was soooo goood , the atmosphere was so nice , the customer service so kind & such nice food , next time I came I ordered pho again because I mean why not , still as good no inconsistencies , then the next time I came I ordered Ban Mi , It was amazing omg I loved it , it was so fresh I was lowkey smiling eating it , the chicken roll was amazing , then after the next time I took takeout for Haleem for that I have critics , the taste wasn't bad but it was soooo watery , so it didn't feel nice eating it , I would suggest maybe making it more thicker by evaporating the water or shredding the beef like traditional haleem & evaporating it , I came home & evaporated the Haleem tasted much better , so it's not a matter of taste but texture so that needs improving & I really wished the chicken rolls had more chicken since 2 were 10$ mostly filled with veggies less chicken but either way I highly recommend this place based on the dishes I tried .
Truly a great experience. Came with my friend & got chicken pho with a spicy beef bahn mi. So delicious & filling! The person serving was very kind & served us tea to welcome us.
Another plus was that they had a prayer area. They didn't have music, just nasheeds, which made the atmosphere so much better. Genuinely the kindest & most welcoming. Jazakum Allah khayr!
We were there with intention of testing out as many items as possible during a Sunday lunch. We ate Fuchkas, Samosas, Daal puri, Haleem, Beef shish & chicken bhuna. All the items were really delicious. Fuchka were very crunchy & mouthfeel, daal puri (3 in a plate) are quite big & delicious, samosas (2 in a plate) are of decent size & taste, beef shish kebab were yummy & of decent portion & chicken bhuna brought us the flavour of back home. A wonderful place to eat!
A cute gem ✨? located a few minutes from downtown. They start you up with green tea that sets tone & cleanses your palate. We order the vermicelli grilled chicken🍲 & the Beef Pho 🍜
Everything was yummy but the dish that truly shined through was the Beef Pho🍜
The broth was rich & deep in flavor.
- Probably one of the few halal Pho options in MTL
