Monday

11:30 am - 8 pm

Tuesday

11:30 am - 8 pm

Wednesday

11:30 am - 8 pm

Thursday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Friday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Saturday

11:30 am - 9 pm

Sunday

4 pm - 8 pm

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Le Petit Sao delivers authentic Vietnamese cuisine characterized by vibrant textures and aromatic herb profiles. The menu features traditional banh mi sandwiches prepared on crispy baguettes with savory pâté and pickled vegetables alongside robust bowls of phở brimming with aromatic broths and tender meats. Each dish emphasizes fresh ingredients to provide a balanced and flavorful culinary experience. The setting focuses on efficient service and a streamlined environment suitable for focused dining. Diverse vegetable additions and authentic spice blends define the kitchen approach to traditional street food preparations. The establishment prioritizes the integrity of classic recipes by maintaining precise flavor harmonies across its entire soup and sandwich selection. Culinary techniques here remain rooted in established regional traditions to ensure consistent delivery of bold and savory profiles for every patron.

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Le Petit Sao is widely regarded as a charming, cozy, and vibrant destination in Old Montreal, popular for its fresh and modern take on traditional Vietnamese cuisine. Many diners praise the flavorful pho, satisfying banh mi, and refreshing house-made lemonades, frequently highlighting the generous portion sizes and reasonable pricing that make it a standout choice for a quick, healthy lunch. While the atmosphere is consistently described as welcoming and the staff as exceptionally friendly and helpful, some guests have noted occasional inconsistencies with order accuracy, dietary labeling, or temperature control within the dining area. Despite these minor points of feedback, the restaurant maintains a strong reputation for its vibrant aesthetic and overall quality, with many patrons becoming regulars who value the blend of authentic flavors and a relaxed, contemporary environment.

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Steve

4.0

I enjoyed my pho (even though it came with chicken & did not have a beef option, which is a bit strange in pho terms), but my girlfriend did not like the tofu. So 4 star is a middle ground. The atmosphere & service were great though.

Apr 26, 2026

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Raych

5.0

delicious chicken pho here! perfectly hit the soup craving. their pandan dessert is so creamy & not too sweet (which i love).

Dec 28, 2025

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Christopher

1.0

DANGER. BEWARE. This is the THIRD time I find a foreign material in my food. The first time was a metal washer. I advised for SAFETY concerns they didn't seem to care & offered me a refund which I didn't accept, ridiculous I found metal in my soup! I thought they ask to see it, they explained where they thought it came from & that's about it.

Stopped going for a while then started again, not many options around there.

A few more times I would find chicken bits in a vegetable meal!

BUT Again in two meals we found some kind of wood/ceramic pieces that are NOT food. & of course the wood was at the bottom of the soup so ate two full meals with wood/ceramic at bottom! Pretty sharp edges. THAT'S THE LAST TIME. DISGUSTED.

& guess what else, someone in the kitchen must be sick because after two meals yesterday I'm sick like a dog.

This place is not safe & I have no idea if this only happens to me or if others choose not to advise. At this point it's a SERIOUS safety concern.

Nov 30, 2025

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Svetlana

5.0

A lovely lunch spot with super friendly & helpful staff. They helped me choose - without pushing the bigger sizes. I had a small grilled chicken pho, a grill tofu fresh roll, & a small bottle of beer. CA$35 (with tip included)
Yet - the star of my lunch was their house made SATE! An unforgettable condiment!

Nov 26, 2025

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Nikita

3.0

Was a decent Pho experience, most of the menu is chicken or tofu. I had grilled chicken pho & spring rolls, the chicken was grilled well. The pho broth was fine, the drink menu is good not anything special.

Oct 29, 2025

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5.0

We were getting a tickle in our throats & craved some hot soup. We picked the grilled chicken pho noodle. I chose the large size & asked if they had some spicy peppers for it. At first she said no but another girl said yes. A couple of small, red, very hot & spicy peppers came on the side with my soup. It was great & really helped my throat. We like it. My wife said she wished it came with a little more broth. Other than that, perfect. After they served us, it became very busy, obviously a popular place for lunch.

Oct 1, 2025

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Anko

5.0

When I first tried this place two years ago I thought the food was average.

Since then I have returned a few times & every time I go I have been more & more impressed.

I have had the chicken pho & I love the quality & freshness of the chicken.

The banh mi, especially the pork is super flavorful with fresh crispy bread & tender pork. The only thing I can possibly say is I wish it was a tad spicier but I will ask for that next time.

I will be back the next time I am in the area.

Jul 23, 2025

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Fred

3.0

Just OK. Broth is not particularly tasty. Asked for poached chicken with my Pho, got grilled chicken, instead. Fresh spring rolls were so-so; accompanying peanut sauce didn't have much peanut flavor.

Jun 12, 2025

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Marion

5.0

Amazing food. The chicken & nems are top notch. Service is great

May 27, 2025

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Jenna

5.0

Such a good vermicelli bowl! The chicken was so flavourful & this was a really refreshing meal

May 27, 2025

on Google

Le Petit Sao

Authentic Vietnamese flavors meet the perfect banh mi in the heart of Old Montreal.

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