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

4.9 221 ratings

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Jess

5.0

My fave banh mi!!! Their ham one on special is my fave affordable lunch everytime im in the area, their bubble tea is also rly good. Service is great & nice staff

Dec 14, 2025

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Darryn

Delicious pho. Our server was very sweet & attentive. They provide complementary tea & fortune cookies. We took a sandwich to go. Great value overall! Also, the old reviews saying they only accept cash are no longer correct. I paid using credit card with no problem.

Oct 28, 2025

Hayley

Bang mi délicieux, bubble tea extraordinaire!!

Sep 9, 2025

Emilia

4.0

Had the wonton soup, pho & bubble tea - yummy. Good music.

Sep 2, 2025

Kayley

Yummy & flavourful pho, great bubble tea & a sweet staff!

Saanika

Great food & cheap prices!! banh mi & bubble tea combo was yummy. definitely recommend!! staff was really nice too.

Aug 26, 2025

Kai

3.0

Mixed review. Banh Mi was good but the drink I had, bubble tea was plain bad, not sure...

Jul 30, 2025

Rick

Très bon Pho, juste à point. Le bouillon est excellent. Le service est très amical & souriant, la serveuse a su répondre aux exigences de ses clients. nouveau resto & même la sauce Hoisin est neuf: le plastic y reste encore mais on comprend que ça commence! avec le Banh Mi on reçoit un bubble tea gratuit pour l'ouverture. L'ambiance est petite mais bon pour une espace au Chinatown ! On en demande pas trop! bonne continuation !

Jul 9, 2025

Aashish

Their Banh Mí is a must try! I tried their grilled chicken Banh Mí & they did not skip out on any of the ingredients. It was PACKED with flavours & meat & if you can handle the spice, try going for the spicy option as they have a complimentary bubble tea with every Banh Mí. It's a great place to try out good Vietnamese food in the city of Montreal.

Jul 3, 2025

David

I had less than two free days in Canada & wanted to try as many local cuisines as possible. However, this place was so good that I ended up eating here twice.
Right upon arrival, I was welcomed with a complimentary cup of delicious tea & the food was awesome.

May 31, 2025

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