Reviewers describe Pho Nguyen as a cozy, small, unpretentious spot offering generous portions and consistently flavorful pho and vermicelli dishes at good prices, with many calling it the best pho in Montreal or among the top in Canada and the US. The broth is frequently praised for depth and warmth, though a few tasters note it can be slightly sweeter or less soulful depending on the batch. Service is commonly described as friendly and fast, with staff accommodating dietary needs and order changes without fuss. The atmosphere and location feel tucked away yet convenient for takeout or dine in, adding to a sense of a hidden gem. Some critiques appear, such as concerns about serving hot soup in plastic bowls, occasional blandness in certain meat dishes, or a less robust broth on some visits. Overall the consensus points to good value, reliable flavor, and a place that regulars are eager to return to and recommend.
The food was chef kiss!! I went with my aunt & we got a soup & a combo & i felt like my tongue was meeting good for a second! I had the combo of porc & beef & they had this tangy goodness that pairs super well with the salad & rice portions that it comes with! The portions are super huge & are at a good price. I really love this place & the food choices are amazing.
very fast service took 2 min of wait. The broth was very light & authentic (the best part), Coming from someone who usually don't like to drink pho broth because of how artifical & heavy it feels. Their Sriracha is spicier than usual, a bonus for me. Their beef is a bit different they use leaner & slighlty thicker piece, I have a neutral opinion, but it does make the dish lighte
Great service, very cozy feeling. The pho was very good & the broth was wonderful. I had an amazing coconut milk drink with red bean.
Fried chicken is amazing & the noodles with chicken are delicious
I've ordered from here a few times through Uber Eats & takeout. Waitress was really nice. The food is always excellent. I've only tried their spicy beef pho & grilled chicken vermicelli plates.
Today it was boneless chicken thigh with the later however the last time it was chicken breast. I much prefer thighs.
Mar 3, 2026
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My boyfriend & I came here randomly & it turned out to be the best pho we've ever had. The broth is just amazing, the meat is super tender. Everything about it was so amazing. We didn't talk the entire time & just savoured every bite hahaha
Feb 28, 2026
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My favourite pho restaurant in the city! It helps that it's convenient but I love it here. Food is always great as well as the service! It also feels tucked away because of the walk-down. I will always recommend here!
Went out of the way to pay visit to this place again after visiting over a year ago. Fortunately, the food, service, price was just as good as the first time however won't be going back due to dishes/ bowls having been switched to plastic. For starters, it's not a secret that serving hot soup in plastic is not at all a good choice. Also, there are limits as to how well plastic can be cleaned. It cannot be rid of viruses & bacteria in the way porcelain, clay, glass. Either this is complete ignorance on the owner's behalf or shows that they don't care.
Food is top tier, prices are genuinely the best you will find in this city. Not to mention that when I called asking to switch an item that was mistakenly ordered they were friendly & immediately accommodated!
Feb 7, 2026
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The food was great & the portion size is good. What disappointed us was the service. When me & my friend politely asked for a small bowl to share we were answered very impatiently & in a disrespectful tone that'We don't give bowls & that's how it is here'. The woman serving us was clearly impatient & annoyed which is very unprofessional & made us feel extremely uncomfortable.
Clearly there's a lack of basic costumer service. It was our first & last visit.
Years of trying different restaurants around downtown Montreal, & I will still find myself coming back here to get a good, affordable bowl of Pho or Bun Bo Hue. Small but clean restaurant, quick service, consistent flavour. Can't complain.
