Pho Anni is repeatedly praised for generous portions and good value, with bowls described as hearty and satisfying, and the grilled plates and sides like spring rolls and shrimp tempura earning steady compliments. The broth is a common highlight for warmth and balance, though a number of reviews note that it can feel a bit bland or lacking depth on some visits and that consistency can vary, especially when the kitchen is busy. Service is often described as friendly, attentive, and efficient, but a few reviews mention slow or uneven service and long waits, sometimes tied to being short staffed. The ambiance is frequently called cozy, clean, and welcoming, with a pleasant vibe and a family run feel that many return to for the reliable lunch specials and generous meat portions. Overall, Pho Anni is regarded as a solid Montreal option for pho and Vietnamese favorites, offering affordable prices, a wide menu, and flavors that satisfy a craving while leaving some days with room for improvement in broth depth and front of house consistency.
The broth for the soup was delicious. The main dish of chicken & beef with vermicelli noodles & salad was ok. The salad came with pickles lol which goes to show the influence of the clientele perhaps. (Should definitely be mentioned in the menu for those who don't like pickles) Ordered the fried banana & that was not at all at all good. Just a simple mushy flour battered over ripe banana with, get this, FAKE MAPLE TABLE SYRUP. I was really looking forward to a nice banana not a nasty over ripe banana , in tempura batter with warm honey & sesame seeds. Crunchy has to be honey!!
Not the best beef pho in town, but very generous with portions & meat. (Their large pho is like XL of the other Montreal pho restaurants) Great service, clean restaurant.
I've been back here a few times now, & honestly, it's become one of my go-to spots in Montréal when the pho craving hits. Each visit has its own little story - here's the breakdown:
👨?🍳 Food Highlights:
• Shrimp tempura = crispy perfection 🦐🔥.
• Spring rolls + dumplings = crunchy, flavorful, & totally addictive 🥟🥢.
• Pho = not the absolute best broth in the city, but solid & generous with the meat 🍲🐂. Would've loved a squeeze of lime for brightness 🍋, but hey - house rules.
• Shrimp dish (Letter H) - fresh, tasty, & my fave from one of my visits.
• Combo deals (pho + imperial roll, or spring roll + beef) are great value 💸👌.
🏠 Ambiance:
• Clean, peaceful, & plenty of seating. Comfortably spaced, not crammed in.
• Even when it's quiet (like Monday afternoons), the vibe is chill & relaxing - perfect for catching up with friends.
🤝 Service:
• Usually friendly & helpful, especially with bigger groups (we were 8 people midweek, & everyone left happy ✨).
• That said, service can be a little inconsistent - once I had to wait to be seated even though it was nearly empty, & ended up grabbing my own menu. Not the end of the world, but a small detail they could polish.
🚗 Practical Notes:
• Prices? Affordable & fair - especially the lunch combos 🥢💵.
• Parking? Classic Montréal headache 🅿?🤦, so plan ahead.
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👉 Verdict: A solid pho spot with tasty sides, friendly staff, & wallet-friendly combos. Not Michelin-level broth, but you'll leave full, happy, & without breaking the bank. For me, it's a repeat place - & that says a lot. ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Great flavor. Simple, nice presentation. Friendly staff. I had a combo meal; the freshly fried imperial roll was flavorful & perfectly prepared, the shrimp & beef of the bun vermicelli were nicely grilled, & the mini pho was a highlight. The meal exceeded our expectations!
Just discovered this hidden gem; delicious home cooked nourishing, YUM!!! Generous portions, very affordable. & I got to re-experience the party in my mouth the following day with leftovers for lunch💕
It is run by a mom & 2 sisters Anni & Thy. Thy is a pastry chef, every week (around Tues, Wednesday?) she comes up with a new dessert of the week. She made a fabulous looking carrot cake for Valentine's Day that I was so excited to try..it must have been delicious because after a flavor explosion of
2. g?i cu?n tôm gà rau (shrimp & chicken spring rolls),
3. G?i khô Bò (papaya salad with beef)
4. tôm l?n b?t (shrimp tempura)
12.Ph? Bò Tái rau, (rare beef noodle soup with veggies) 😝🤪💕, I left the room for 2 minutes, come back to find that my 6year old & hubby had devoured the entire cake & I didn't get to taste🙃 Now I must go back every week until Thy decides to make that carrot cake again😅 I look forward to tasting all the other sweet creations in between! Thank you for nourishing us Ph? Anni!!
I'm OBSESSED with pho Anni! I've been going there at least once a week since November, & I think that will be my normal routine for the foreseeable future!
The food & service are amazing. I usually get the combo A, which is chicken or beef pho with a imperial roll, & it's honestly the best pho I've had in Montreal. I prefer pho on the saltier side, so this hits the spot!
The imperial rolls are very crunchy, & the service is very fast!
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This is the best Pho restaurant in the west end. The soup broth has a wonderful aroma & a savoury, beefy flavour. The meat was cooked perfectly & the side dish of the shrimp spring roll with the peanut sauce was fresh & complemented the pho nicely. Definitely will be a regular here.
The Combo A special with Imperial roll & Beef Pho was amazing & such great price! Large swrving with delicious flavourful broth & generous serving of meat. Lovely staff & quick service.
Looked for a close Vietnamese restaurant that was still open at 8:30PM on Saturday. The soup blew my mind. It was so rich with beef taste. It is definitely a go-to place for the out-of-town guests.
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Went to try this new restaurant yesterday. It is a very friendly place. Service was fast & efficient. The food is delicious. My kids had the pho soup & the broth was delicious my mom had a vermicelli & lemon grass chicken which was very tasty & I had a beef & chicken on rice. All dishes are generous in their portion. I have eaten at a few Vietnamese restaurants in NDG & for years Pho 88 on Decarie was a strong bench mark for excellence we now have a new king of the neighbourhood.
INCREDIBLE!!! our minds were blown by how delicious the stir fries (chicken & beef) were!! we had the combo G, & the imperial roll was huge & delicious, & the pho & wonton soups are amazing as well !! i feel like i've died & went to heaven, it was that good
