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Le Petit Sao

Pointe St-Charles
4.6$
OPEN11:30 am - 9 pm
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Le Petit Sao Montreal Restaurant: Menu, Reviews & Reserve (2026)
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Restaurant Vietnamien familial et décontracté. Fraicheur des ingrédients, plats faits maison et service rapide dans une ambiance chaleureuse et décontractée sont les promesses du Petit Sao. Livraison disponible pour Pointe-St-Charles, Verdun, Griffintown, Ville_Émard et la petite Bourgogne disponible via notre application web, iphone ou android.

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Reviews for Le Petit Sao

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on Google4.4 (500+)
*as of 2026-04-01
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Review Summary

Le Petit Sao is described as a favorite, affordable spot with tasty Vietnamese fare, a bright, cozy atmosphere, and friendly, efficient service. Diners highlight generous portions, fresh ingredients, and a menu that makes vegan options easy, making it a reliable go to for lunch or takeout. The ambiance is often noted as warm and relaxing, with a calm, sunny dining room that suits a casual meal, while some visits are marked by inconsistent welcome and a less polished front of house, including comments about staff attire and demeanor on occasion. Yet the food remains praised for quality, with flavors that feel balanced and comforting, and several reviewers call the place among the best Vietnamese spots in town. Overall, Le Petit Sao comes across as a beloved local favorite for good value, flavorful dishes, and a cozy vibe that keeps people coming back.
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I tried the grilled chicken pho. The broth was very salty & didn't have any depth at all, unlike authentic Vietnamese pho. We could tell the restaurant is more geared toward a non-asian, more Quebecois clientele.

yesterday
on Google

The whitest establishment that served the most authentic Vietnamese food. Was a really pleasant surprise. The chicken pho felt just like home :)

May 7, 2025
on Google

Great service, great vibe, must go best Vietnamese restaurant!

Jan 1, 2025
on Google

Fav Vietnamese restaurant! Nice summer-ish vibes, & rich colourful tasty bowls!

Oct 22, 2024
on Google

I had an unexpectedly late night & was feeling rough in the morning. Vietnamese is usually delicious & healthy, so I popped in here on an impulse. Should have checked the reviews first. The ca phe sua da (Vietnamese iced coffee) was perhaps the worst I'd ever had. It tasted like it had been sitting in melting ice diluting all morning. It tasted neither like Vietnamese coffee nor condensed milk, just bad watery coffee. Since I was admittedly out of sorts, I don't want to be too harsh on the food. I can say that the meat in the bun thit nuong (pork cha) was surprisingly herbaceous - I'm guessing lemongrass. However, the dish as a whole didn't do anything for me. I actually picked around the noodles & just went for the pork & veggies. It's got a cute pastel-hipster aesthetic that will age quickly. It already feels a bit dirty in there. The service model is unclear - the baristas come out to take your order but otherwise hangout behind the bar. They don't check on your meal, & you walk to the til to pay.

Apr 13, 2024
on Google

Blown away by this cute little Vietnamese spot in the Point! The rolls, soup & sandwiches all top notch. I went 2 days in a row.

Jan 9, 2024
on Google