Nguyen Phi earns strong praise for authentic Vietnamese cuisine, especially a beef pho with a deep, aromatic broth and generous, fresh toppings, with many calling it the best pho in Montreal or the metropolitan area. The staff are friendly and welcoming, service is quick, and prices are very reasonable, while the decor and vibe feel like a real, personable spot. Regulars note consistent quality and broth, and diners keep returning from near and far for a satisfying experience, including fresh spring rolls and other house specialties. Overall it is regarded as a reliable, beloved Vietnamese option in the city that delivers flavors that live up to the hype.
2024:
Still the best bang for your buck. The thai rolls were excellent. Fresh & crispy veggies with an amazing Thai dipping sauce.
The sou, I ordered the small which I could barely finish, was delicious, as usual. If you are looking for a quick bite...this is the place to enjoy some grest food.
2020 :
Very impressed. The service was quick & the food was served hot. We ordered one special spicy soup & one shrimp with vegetables. Neither were spicy. We were able to add extra spice if we wanted. Prices of the soups are very reasonable & they were big enough to be considered a full meal.
Great service. The portion was fair. Although the pho (soup base) is a little sweet. A good spot nothingness in the Côte-des-Neiges area during a windy day.
Apr 11, 2026
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THE BEST Pho soup in the entire metropolitan area! I tried a lot of those in the renowned restaurants of Chinatown as well as in several other well-rated ones, but no soup has ever been as tasty as Nguyen Phi's home made broth. & I am quite critical as a foodie. Taste it & you will agree with me. If you like Pho soup, especially the beef one, it is a no-brainer, you MUST taste that soup at this restaurant.
Even though I have been living outside of Montreal for more than 15 years now, I have been returning regularly for about 20 years now.
LA MEILLEURE soupe Pho de toute la région métropolitaine! J'en ai essayé dans les restaurants renommés de Chinatown ainsi que dans plusieurs autres très bien cotés, mais aucune soupe n'a jamais été aussi savoureuse que ce bouillon maison de Nguyen Phi. & je suis assez critique comme foodie. Goûtez-la & vous serez d'accord avec moi. Si vous aimez la soupe Pho, surtout celle au boeuf, c'est une évidence, vous DEVEZ goûter cette soupe dans ce restaurant.
Même si je vis maintenant hors de Montréal depuis plus de 15 ans, j'y retourne régulièrement depuis environ 20 ans maintenant.
Nguyen Phi is my favourite pho spot. The staff are warm, funny, & make you feel welcome right away. The pho is excellent, the broth is deep, clear, & super aromatic; generous toppings & everything tasting fresh & well prepared. The vibe is great too, the decor is awesome & the music is weird & cool, it actually feels like a real place with personality. The kind of place you leave feeling satisfied & already looking forward to coming back
Feb 22, 2026
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The fresh rolls were delicious; with shrimp & lettuce! I also enjoyed the pho. The waiters were friendly & the ambience was calm. There was even a fish tank, which was relaxing!
Overall great experience, great service. Pho is more on the sweeter side. My pho dac biet didnt contain any beef balls, which I was sad, maybe they ran out.
Dec 9, 2025
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