Pho Bac receives strong praise for authentic, flavorful pho with rich broth and generous portions at a reasonable price, with fast, friendly service that many describe as warm and welcoming. The Chinatown location is convenient and the staff often go the extra mile, making guests feel at home, though several reviews note an aging space with a noticeable odor around the dining area and bathrooms that can detract from the experience. While the food is consistently described as comforting and delicious, occasional issues include variable service, crowded seating, and a few quality hiccups such as certain dishes not meeting expectations or concerns about cleanliness. Despite these concerns, many customers still call it a go to spot for Vietnamese bowls and recommend the XL sizes for value.
I have not tried many Phos in the city. But I checked a few places with good rates & they all were awful! Pho Bac is the only place that we can find delicious Pho
I ordered Phở nạm / well-done beef pho. The taste was surprisingly okay. My only complaint would be that the beef didn't have enough fats 🙁 (way too lean, actually). The broth was light like Northern Pho, obviously the taste wasn't there yet but def acceptable. Really optimal for quick & feel good lunch. The service was really efficient, I ordered when I got seated & got my bowl of Pho ~2 minutes later. You paid at the front. The restaurant was crowded when I was there. The order lady does speak broken English & French if this is your concern.
The positive side: the food is fresh & tastes good . The service is ok. It can be cultural, but it is not welcoming that a waiter shuts you from the back where to sit. The place does not feel clean. Not dirty to avoid eating, but not enough clean to come back.
Ce resto est une magnifique découverte. Service impeccable, gentillesse & professionnalisme au rendez-vous. La nourriture est très excellente & les portions sont parfaites !
This is one of my favorite places to eat ever! I come almost every time I go to yhe city. The pho soup is so good, it's crazy. I always get the number 7, I think it's the best thing on yhe menu. If you've never had this soup, your life is incomplete. You NEED to go here & get some. Fairly cheap, massive bowls, & fast service. Even if you don't love the food, yoy can't complain about anything else, this place is literally perfect. They also serve you tea the second you sit down & it's really good. I love it so much.
Feb 20, 2024
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Top 3 Pho in Montreal. Staff is nice & as for the atmosphere it is not a five star restaurant setting, nor should it be, but everyone in the place is happy to be there because it is top quality Pho
