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 offers a delightful and authentic culinary experience, skillfully blending Vietnamese and Bangladeshi cuisines in a warm, family-run atmosphere. Patrons frequently praise the flavorful, fresh, and generous portions, highlighting the high-quality halal pho, savory banh mi, and hearty Bangladeshi specialties like kala bhuna and various skewers. The service is consistently described as exceptionally kind, welcoming, and attentive, with many visitors noting the added touches like complimentary tea and a prayer space. Its affordability and clean, cozy environment make it a highly recommended hidden gem for those seeking comforting, homemade-style meals in a friendly setting.
Their food was fantastic! The sauces were all sweet & their pho was quite delicious! All of their meats were quite balanced yet I still would say their spring rolls were the best.
Update July 2026
The beef Bahn mi quality has dropped, not just the quality of meat but the amount. Still pretty good but not nearly as delicious as when they first opened. Sometimes I still get a good sandwich but more often now it's not as good. A bit tough. Maybe something about who's cooking that day? Not sure.
Additionally they changed the combo to have spring rolls instead of a drink & made it more expensive. I don't really want spring rolls but they don't seem to sell the sandwich by itself. I preferred the drink if anything.
The staff continues to be friendly. It's still 4 stars just not wowing me with 5 stars like before
Original review-Good Bahn mi! I stopped by here on a walk & decided to try it out. Sandwich was fresh & tasty & really filling. They were very friendly & nice. The place is new & clean, brightly lit cafeteria vibes, seems like a good place for lunch. I'll be back glad to see something new in the neighborhood
I'm so happy to find a halal pho restaurant in Montreal. I ordered the Beef Pho, Chicken Spring Rolls, & Chicken Fried Rice.
The chicken fried rice was absolutely delicious, & the seasoning was perfect. It tasted just like authentic Indonesian fried rice. The chicken spring rolls were crispy & flavorful, & the Beef Pho was also excellent, with a generous amount of tender beef.
The restaurant staff were very friendly & welcoming. I highly recommend this restaurant!
Jul 15, 2026
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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
First time trying pho, & I loved it! The Pho Boeuf was delicious, & the owner was very welcoming. He even gave us 4 complimentary spring rolls, which were amazing. Watching the FIFA match while enjoying such great food made the experience even better. Highly recommend, & I'll definitely be back! 🍜⚽
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 .
Daughter & I picked up a quick banh mi yesterday. Very fresh & delicious. Came with rolls which hit the spot. Service was very pleasant. Thank you we will be back !
The customer service was great, & the food was very very tasty! Amazing chicken spring rolls. Restaurant has a great vibe too. Great place to come with friends.
I went there today with my friend, we had the beef pho, chicken pho & the entry for two that contained skewers of beef/chicken/shrimp & lamb, imperial rolls, chicken wings & fried potatoes. IT WAS INCREDIBLE!! The broth of the pho is so flavourful it hits perfectly, the seasonings of the skewers & its meat are so flavourful & tender it melted on our tongues. The food was a big 10/10, I've NEVER tasted such a delicious meal, I was in a flow state with my friend. The service was extremely fast, we didn't even wait long, the lady was incredibly charming & sweet, she made sure we were comfortable & didn't need anything. It was a fair amount that we paid too which is rare to see in Montreal, for such tender meat & flavourful food it definitely deserved its price! So so so perfect, we will DEFINITELY come back!! ❤?❤?❤?❤?
