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Le Petit Sao

Downtown
4.4$$
OPEN11:30 am - 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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5★
70%
4★
14%
3★
6%
2★
9%
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2%

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Reviews for Le Petit Sao

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Service
on Google4.3 (500+)
*as of 2026-07-15
5★
70%
4★
14%
3★
6%
2★
9%
1★
2%

Review Summary

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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2.0

Nothing Vietnamese about the food. Very bland. Tasteless. Service was rather slow. The iced coffee tasted like milk mixed with sugar.

Oct 2, 2025
on Google
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
on Google

Delicious food & great service! Que demander de plus? This is one of my favs for lunch around the office as part of my regular rotation, go check it out for yourself.

Sep 2, 2025
on Google

I had a very satisfactory meal here. Portions are big! Staff is very friendly.
I had the island bowl & the Bahn mi, both very fresh & delicious.
Amex is not accepted here.

Aug 30, 2025
on Google

Fresh & delicious banh mi. Highly recommend

Aug 26, 2025
on Google
5.0

great food

Aug 22, 2025
on Google

Loved the food & service! A little gem for a simple dinner! Thank you!

Aug 9, 2025
on Google

Amazing!

Aug 7, 2025
on Google

Great location, super tasty food, & a cozy atmosphere. Worth a visit

Aug 3, 2025
on Google

Food was great, service was poor. Recommend the tofu & pork banh mi, liked the mango & jade lemonade. Typical'wait to be seated' but waited 5 minutes till anyone noticed & had to go to the counter to get noticed. Server didn't write down our order which is fine if you remember it but they forgot part of it & did nothing to correct it. Was visiting Montreal, so hesitate to come back for another visit in the future

Jul 27, 2025
on Google