Baan Lao is a halal Vietnamese and Bangladeshi fusion spot in Montreal that many reviewers describe as a hidden gem with fresh ingredients, generous portions, and good value. The menu blends noodles, rice dishes, grilled items and appetizers, with standout beef pho known for a rich, comforting broth, and banh mi that fans say are among the best around, along with flavorful skewers and Bengali inspired dishes. Service is repeatedly praised as friendly, fast and attentive, with a welcoming vibe and occasional extras like complimentary tea. The restaurant is noted for being clean, casual and cozy, often open late and suitable for dine in or takeout, making it convenient for busy days. The halal focus is a key draw, appealing to diners seeking authentic flavors without compromising dietary needs. There are a few mixed notes, including occasional longer waits for mains, some concerns about portions or balance in certain dishes, and a rare report of a stray hair in a dish, but the overall sentiment remains highly positive and many describe it as a must try and a welcome addition to the Montreal scene.
Une belle découverte ! Un restaurant vietnamien & bangladais halal où les saveurs sont au rendez-vous. Les plats sont délicieux, généreux & authentiques. Le personnel est très sympathique & accueillant. Je recommande vivement !
May 19, 2025
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Une expérience exceptionnelle du début à la fin ! La nourriture est excellente, pleine de saveurs raffinées & tout est halal, ce qui est un gros plus pour nous. Mon mari cherchait un pho halal depuis des mois, & il a tout simplement adoré ! L'ambiance cozy rend le moment encore plus agréable, & le service est impeccable, attentionné sans être envahissant. On reviendra, c'est certain !
Halal Vietnamese & Bangladeshi restaurant
It's my first time to eat halal pho in Montreal. It's delicious & comes in a big portion. Fast service, clean establishment, & very close from the metro station (located on rue Charlevoix). Rizwan is very polite & friendly. Will definitely come again!
Apr 23, 2025
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Lovely people, great food & all halal. Also, I noticed they don't stalk Coca Cola products, just bds safe products which is amazing. I'm not from Montreal but I plan to come back sometime. Thank you!
Delicious Bengali Viet fusion. I had the beef pho & beef bahn mi, the flavors, freshness & overall taste are 10/10. Nice drink options too like salaam cola & more.
We enjoyed the food.
We got the 2 for 30$ entrée & shared a beef pho. The broth of the pho was delicious, good noodles, & large pieces of beef.
The entrée was good too & we ended up having some skewers to take home as leftovers. The shrimp were very large, the size of a regular fork!
Not sure why this place has such a high rating. Really really dirty tables, expired drinks, really overpriced banh mi, microwaved vermicelli & chicken. Save yourself the disappointment, go eat anything literally anywhere else.
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
Mar 29, 2025
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J'ai adoré le Pho au boeuf. Les produits sont frais, de qualité & les goûts sont exquis & équilibrés. Excellent restaurant pour le quartier pointe saint Charles. J'ai pris take out & tout était emballé avec soin. Le bouillon était bien chaud & excellent. J'y retournerai assurément.
