Monday

11 am - 10 pm

Tuesday

11 am - 10 pm

Wednesday

11 am - 10 pm

Thursday

11 am - 10 pm

Friday

11 am - 10 pm

Saturday

11 am - 10 pm

Sunday

11 am - 10 pm

Pho Cristal MTL comes across in reviews as a cozy, unpretentious Chinatown spot offering generous portions of authentic Vietnamese fare at affordable prices. The pho broth is repeatedly praised for depth and richness, with beefy notes and tender cuts, while the banh mi is described as fresh and well filled at a great value. Vermicelli bowls and bun bo hue receive strong praise for flavor and satisfying portions, and some comments note gluten free noodle options in soups. The staff and atmosphere are frequently highlighted as friendly, attentive and welcoming, contributing to a comfortable dining experience. Reviewers often call it a must visit and among the best for pho and banh mi in Montreal, with several noting repeat visits and reliable consistency. A few concerns appear, including reports of slow service during busy periods and a perception of too much salt or MSG in certain broths. Occasional remarks mention past changes in payment options, but most patrons leave feeling satisfied by the food, the value, and the overall charm of the place.

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*as of 2026-04-01

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Carlos

5.0

Small space, but the bahn mi is terrific & me & my friends got the bahn mi jambon deal two days in a row. The pho was also great & would recommend for anyone looking for affordable & authentic Vietnamese food

Dec 30, 2025

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Donna

Simple, fresh, authentic, generous portions, non pretentious. The best tofu báhn mì I've ever had.

Dec 21, 2025

Ghislain

Excellent food, very authentic pho & at a very reasonable price. Banh mi was fresh!

Dec 6, 2025

Thinh

Food is so good. Bun bo hue is so tasty. Very authentic. Banh mi is also good. Price is very affordable. If you have cash it's better but they do accept credit cards except for Amex. Owners are also very kind.

Nov 28, 2025

Junxi

Nice little joint with decent service & authentic food. Their Banh Mi is amazing!

Nov 27, 2025

The food was delicious! I tried the authentic Vietnamese-style bún bò Hu?. The staff were friendly, everything was great, & I will definitely come back.

Nov 10, 2025

Lyane

You know the food is about to be good when it's a small place. Amazing food, very kind staff & quick service. A nice selection of authentic homemade meals. Very good prices too, especially for the portion & quality of the food. Overall, a hidden gem 10/10 would recommend.

Aug 5, 2025

Thuy

Very nice staff. Banh mi is pretty authentic it was very good.

Jul 5, 2025

Gourmand

As a real pho connaisseur (I was born & raised in Vietnam) I must try the crystal special pho. So worth it! The broth is really delicious, lots of high quality various beef meat & the star of the pho was the beef rib, which is very rare to find anywhere in a pho restaurant in Montreal. Their cha giò too is authentic (made with rice leaf) & tasty.
I bought 2 Banh Mi to go & they too were fabulous! For sure I will come back the next time I visit Montreal!

Jun 25, 2025

Shania

Pho was really good & very reasonable price! I really liked that they gave real chilli pieces to add to the broth as it's more authentic & the spicy hits much better than siracha

Jun 11, 2025

Trami

Take this from a Vietnamese foodie: you must try their food especially their Bánh Mì! This restaurant has become my top fav after the renewal. The price is very competitive, food tastes authentic & not too salty. I believe it is a family run restaurant, & staffs are hard working & very welcoming. Small diner but clean & bright. What is not to like?
I recommend Jambon or Meat Balls Bánh Mì, or the popular vermicelli with grilled pork & a crunchy roll.

Jun 5, 2025

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