You come in and are welcome by the nicest people always. I found this place by looking for bang mi and this is one of my favorite spot. I picked the BBQ Pork banh mi, the bread was warm and fresh, the veggies were fresh and the pork was delicious. The ambiance is warm with some soft music. A must! ❤️ thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Family Nguyen
Great service and delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paola Rodriguez-Perera
Amazing food and customer service! Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gregg Moses
Fast service, amazing food, and doesn't break the bank. We have just added one 'must revisit' restaurant to our vacation list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Makenna Maisonneuve
If you want extremely delicious bahn mi and you like really thiccc peanut sate come here!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
R M
The banh MI was ok. I had the beef and BBQ chicken. Overall it was good with some room for improvement. It was a bit too saucy (brown sauce dripping), not enough coriander so flavor were not strong enough also I couldn't taste any real pate. The bread was not crunchy enough. Lovely staff and ambiance though. Would come back knowing what to expect
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
James Bond
A Sensory Journey at Da Kao Vietnamese
Tucked away in an unassuming corner of the city, Da Kao Vietnamese may look like a simple hole-in-the-wall, but step inside, and you’ll find a place that hums with quiet confidence. The cafeteria-style setting is no-frills, yet the warmth of the service and the intoxicating aromas of sizzling meats and fragrant herbs instantly set the stage for something special.
I arrived with my bearded companion, Mike—a man who wastes no time when faced with good food. He devoured two beef salad rolls with practiced ease, but I took my time, savoring my pork rolls with a knowing smirk. The pork was the clear winner—succulent, generously portioned, and kissed with just the right amount of seasoning to awaken the palate.
But the true seduction came in the form of the Char Siu BBQ pork banh mi. The bread—golden-crusted, airy, with that perfect crackle as you bite down—was nothing short of a revelation. And the meat? A slow, lingering symphony of smoky sweetness, marinated to perfection, each bite melting into the next.
Da Kao doesn’t rely on gimmicks. It doesn’t need to. The food speaks in whispers and shouts, teasing and satisfying in equal measure. And yes—I’ll be back. Some pleasures are simply too good to resist.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 5
Salim K
Terrible food, check out anywhere else.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Kyna Tiet
Item ordered: Pho Dac Biet and Taro chips Broth: Nothing special Noodles: Cooked properly, it was fine Meat: Nothing spectacular. Didn't have tendon, which is a favorite. Garnishes and condiments: Nothing special.
Wish they didn't sprinkle so much salt on the taro chips. They were otherwise delicious.
Service: Server needs to turn his head and check people who sit by the door more often.
I was really disappointed with my visit to Da Kao Bistro. The food was subpar at best, and it felt like everything was made with the cheapest ingredients possible. The pho was very oily and the beef was horrible. It’s clear they’re cutting corners to save money, and it shows in the quality. For what I paid, I expected much better. I won’t be coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
F K
Avoid Da Kao Bistro at all costs. The meat in the Pho was clearly off. The staff did not care at all when I told them there was a problem. When I checked Alberta Health Services inspection reports they have been previously cited for "Frozen foods are being improperly thawed."
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Farzana Shariff
I thought I'd try this restaurant, despite some of the bad reviews. Sadly, I was very disappointed with this restaurant. The quality of ingredients was poor and the food tasted bad. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Death Dragon
I had a terrible experience at Da Kao Bistro. The food tasted spoiled, and when I brought it up to the staff, they argued with me, claiming I must not have tasted Pho before and insisted their food is always loved. Their dismissive attitude and lack of professionalism were shocking and they did nothing to address my concerns (except charge me in full). I won’t be returning and wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Rebecca H.
Nice to see more establishments in the west end. However, I found nothing special about the dishes that makes this place stand out.
Simple and yummy, decent prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pho
You come in and are welcome by the nicest people always. I found this place by looking for bang mi and this is one of my favorite spot. I picked the BBQ Pork banh mi, the bread was warm and fresh, the veggies were fresh and the pork was delicious. The ambiance is warm with some soft music. A must! ❤️ thank you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service and delicious food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and customer service! Highly recommended.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fast service, amazing food, and doesn't break the bank.
We have just added one 'must revisit' restaurant to our vacation list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you want extremely delicious bahn mi and you like really thiccc peanut sate come here!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
The banh MI was ok. I had the beef and BBQ chicken. Overall it was good with some room for improvement. It was a bit too saucy (brown sauce dripping), not enough coriander so flavor were not strong enough also I couldn't taste any real pate. The bread was not crunchy enough. Lovely staff and ambiance though. Would come back knowing what to expect
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
A Sensory Journey at Da Kao Vietnamese
Tucked away in an unassuming corner of the city, Da Kao Vietnamese may look like a simple hole-in-the-wall, but step inside, and you’ll find a place that hums with quiet confidence. The cafeteria-style setting is no-frills, yet the warmth of the service and the intoxicating aromas of sizzling meats and fragrant herbs instantly set the stage for something special.
I arrived with my bearded companion, Mike—a man who wastes no time when faced with good food. He devoured two beef salad rolls with practiced ease, but I took my time, savoring my pork rolls with a knowing smirk. The pork was the clear winner—succulent, generously portioned, and kissed with just the right amount of seasoning to awaken the palate.
But the true seduction came in the form of the Char Siu BBQ pork banh mi. The bread—golden-crusted, airy, with that perfect crackle as you bite down—was nothing short of a revelation. And the meat? A slow, lingering symphony of smoky sweetness, marinated to perfection, each bite melting into the next.
Da Kao doesn’t rely on gimmicks. It doesn’t need to. The food speaks in whispers and shouts, teasing and satisfying in equal measure. And yes—I’ll be back. Some pleasures are simply too good to resist.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 5
Terrible food, check out anywhere else.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Item ordered: Pho Dac Biet and Taro chips
Broth: Nothing special
Noodles: Cooked properly, it was fine
Meat: Nothing spectacular. Didn't have tendon, which is a favorite.
Garnishes and condiments: Nothing special.
Wish they didn't sprinkle so much salt on the taro chips. They were otherwise delicious.
Service: Server needs to turn his head and check people who sit by the door more often.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 3
Restaurantji Recommends
I was really disappointed with my visit to Da Kao Bistro. The food was subpar at best, and it felt like everything was made with the cheapest ingredients possible. The pho was very oily and the beef was horrible. It’s clear they’re cutting corners to save money, and it shows in the quality. For what I paid, I expected much better. I won’t be coming back.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Avoid Da Kao Bistro at all costs. The meat in the Pho was clearly off. The staff did not care at all when I told them there was a problem. When I checked Alberta Health Services inspection reports they have been previously cited for "Frozen foods are being improperly thawed."
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I thought I'd try this restaurant, despite some of the bad reviews. Sadly, I was very disappointed with this restaurant. The quality of ingredients was poor and the food tasted bad. Would not recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I had a terrible experience at Da Kao Bistro. The food tasted spoiled, and when I brought it up to the staff, they argued with me, claiming I must not have tasted Pho before and insisted their food is always loved. Their dismissive attitude and lack of professionalism were shocking and they did nothing to address my concerns (except charge me in full). I won’t be returning and wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Nice to see more establishments in the west end. However, I found nothing special about the dishes that makes this place stand out.
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