Phó feels like one of the most nurturing dishes around, and whenever I'm in a rut I usually seek it out as a pick me up. Coincidentally, that is the main reason I've visited this restaurant. The staff are great, the restaurant itself has a very welcoming and comfortable setting, and the portion sizes are consistent and plentiful! I prefer their original phó, as the spicy option masks some of the nuances of the broth, and I'd be delighted to just drink this broth from a mug. Overall, I highly recommend visiting if you're hungry and in the area!
Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp at front entrance, however bathrooms are down a flight of stairs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
Solvai
The best pho ever! The flavour, especially of the spicy beef, is just incredible! I've been coming here for the past 5 years, and it's fantastic every time.
Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly. I brought my two-year-old and my baby. They have high chairs, and the staff were so considerate, bringing small bowls and napkins without us even asking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
mark edwards
Moms Vietnamese stew for the ultimate win! Simply the most delicious dish, you'll be maxed at the tenderness of the beef...spring rolls authentic, tasty sweet fish sauce...and the pho is simply the best in Victoria. True tastiness...don't forget to book ahead of time. Fills up fast and only one server most of the time(the daughter runs the FOH)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
George Truman
I’ve been 4 times and each visit has been amazing!!! The food is incredible, the building is a slice of history and the service is world class. All the servers are friendly and knowledgeable.
I can’t fault the place. We had a veggie in the group and they had some great food options too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dani Bergamin
The best pho I’ve ever had. The spicy beef noodle soup??? Are you kidding me?? Saved my hungover self. Will always 10/10 recommend to friends when in Vic. :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael W
Spring rolls were great, gluten free as is much of the menu. Would have been nice if there was a bit of lettuce on the plate for wrap.
Friend had a vermicelli bowl, looked and smelled good.
We had the pho, and that is where it unraveled... the broth had some interesting flavour notes but was too sweet. It was also darker (brown) than we are accustomed to (my spouse is from Vietnam). Plenty of ingredients, sufficient basil.
While it was not too busy on a Sat morning there was no follow up after the food was served ("so how is your meal"). The second server that came on chose to argue with me when paying the bill (we were splitting with a friend) with a "you said"... I know what I said, they misunderstood and made an assumption. They did not have a payment device that could be brought to the table and it was broken; requiring that they hold the card in the machine while entering the info.
The bill for lunch for three people was $85 plus an extra charge for hot sauce; so I don't feel that their price rating of $$ is accurate for a destination with a tired interior and lean back lounge chairs instead of dining chairs.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Y Tang
Efficient service and authentic taste. We orders the sampler appetizer and the chef special pho, and it hit the spot on a cold evening. The pho broth was rich and there were a plethora of protein which was impressive given that we were dining in Victoria and not the lower mainland. Would recommend a visit if you’re looking for a comforting meal.
Vegetarian options: Whole backside of the menu dedicated to vegetarian options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
Kailey Clowers
literally the best pho i have ever had, a must stop every time i come to victoria, i could honestly write love letters to this place its so good??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
M S
Food tasted right for a Vietnamese pho, but the broth can be improved. Ambience is dimly lit with Jazz music. Staff is very attentive, and service is prompt. But there is no free wifi. ☹️
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Michael Kapoustin
This is a place that's fills every night. And if you want to get in, call ahead or show up early! It's small, only a few tables. The chef and kitchen staff are a single family or so goes the story. I never got to meet any one of them. The menu is straightforward, as you can see. And to look at the tables and simple atmosphere before the food arrives might lead you to ask what's so special because it's always full. Well, to paraphrase a ?? presidential candidate from the 90s , "it's the food stupid!" And it is. I had the Mama's plate and the vegetable spring rolls. And both were to die for. So if you are in Victoria BC go! And as for the service. I fell in love with my server, a wonderful smile, a sense of humor, and a personality that made you smile, not want to leave. My life is like a leaf in the wind, and I was grateful that it had carried me to this place to experience great food and a magical server. DEFINITELY must do. And now to ser where the wind takes me next.
Best Vietnamese food in the city. Loveliest staff too??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sua
Delicious Vietnamese food. Of course, the quantities are abundant... many diners asked to take away dishes that they could not finish. The place is cozy and the girls who attended us were charming. Yes I would recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carmen Sandiego
Great food and kind people who make sure you enjoy the food and feel welcome. Best Vietnamese pho downtown!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
D T (琳)
Arrived at 5pm on a Friday it was empty. Had spicy beef pho which was perfect for a rainy cold day.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
Maya Amlani
This place is fantastic. I got a to go order of the Lemongrass Stir Fry vermicelli bowl and it was soooooo good. So good, that I paused eating it to write this review. The two girls at the front were so so sweet, and overall I have nothing but praise for this legendary place!
Phó feels like one of the most nurturing dishes around, and whenever I'm in a rut I usually seek it out as a pick me up. Coincidentally, that is the main reason I've visited this restaurant. The staff are great, the restaurant itself has a very welcoming and comfortable setting, and the portion sizes are consistent and plentiful! I prefer their original phó, as the spicy option masks some of the nuances of the broth, and I'd be delighted to just drink this broth from a mug. Overall, I highly recommend visiting if you're hungry and in the area!
Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp at front entrance, however bathrooms are down a flight of stairs.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
The best pho ever! The flavour, especially of the spicy beef, is just incredible! I've been coming here for the past 5 years, and it's fantastic every time.
Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly. I brought my two-year-old and my baby. They have high chairs, and the staff were so considerate, bringing small bowls and napkins without us even asking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
Moms Vietnamese stew for the ultimate win! Simply the most delicious dish, you'll be maxed at the tenderness of the beef...spring rolls authentic, tasty sweet fish sauce...and the pho is simply the best in Victoria. True tastiness...don't forget to book ahead of time. Fills up fast and only one server most of the time(the daughter runs the FOH)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been 4 times and each visit has been amazing!!! The food is incredible, the building is a slice of history and the service is world class. All the servers are friendly and knowledgeable.
I can’t fault the place. We had a veggie in the group and they had some great food options too
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best pho I’ve ever had. The spicy beef noodle soup??? Are you kidding me?? Saved my hungover self. Will always 10/10 recommend to friends when in Vic. :)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Spring rolls were great, gluten free as is much of the menu. Would have been nice if there was a bit of lettuce on the plate for wrap.
Friend had a vermicelli bowl, looked and smelled good.
We had the pho, and that is where it unraveled... the broth had some interesting flavour notes but was too sweet. It was also darker (brown) than we are accustomed to (my spouse is from Vietnam). Plenty of ingredients, sufficient basil.
While it was not too busy on a Sat morning there was no follow up after the food was served ("so how is your meal"). The second server that came on chose to argue with me when paying the bill (we were splitting with a friend) with a "you said"... I know what I said, they misunderstood and made an assumption. They did not have a payment device that could be brought to the table and it was broken; requiring that they hold the card in the machine while entering the info.
The bill for lunch for three people was $85 plus an extra charge for hot sauce; so I don't feel that their price rating of $$ is accurate for a destination with a tired interior and lean back lounge chairs instead of dining chairs.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Efficient service and authentic taste.
We orders the sampler appetizer and the chef special pho, and it hit the spot on a cold evening.
The pho broth was rich and there were a plethora of protein which was impressive given that we were dining in Victoria and not the lower mainland. Would recommend a visit if you’re looking for a comforting meal.
Vegetarian options: Whole backside of the menu dedicated to vegetarian options.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
literally the best pho i have ever had, a must stop every time i come to victoria, i could honestly write love letters to this place its so good??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food tasted right for a Vietnamese pho, but the broth can be improved. Ambience is dimly lit with Jazz music. Staff is very attentive, and service is prompt. But there is no free wifi. ☹️
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
This is a place that's fills every night. And if you want to get in, call ahead or show up early! It's small, only a few tables. The chef and kitchen staff are a single family or so goes the story. I never got to meet any one of them. The menu is straightforward, as you can see. And to look at the tables and simple atmosphere before the food arrives might lead you to ask what's so special because it's always full. Well, to paraphrase a ?? presidential candidate from the 90s , "it's the food stupid!" And it is. I had the Mama's plate and the vegetable spring rolls. And both were to die for. So if you are in Victoria BC go! And as for the service. I fell in love with my server, a wonderful smile, a sense of humor, and a personality that made you smile, not want to leave. My life is like a leaf in the wind, and I was grateful that it had carried me to this place to experience great food and a magical server. DEFINITELY must do. And now to ser where the wind takes me next.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Best Vietnamese food in the city. Loveliest staff too??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious Vietnamese food.
Of course, the quantities are abundant... many diners asked to take away dishes that they could not finish.
The place is cozy and the girls who attended us were charming.
Yes I would recommend it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and kind people who make sure you enjoy the food and feel welcome. Best Vietnamese pho downtown!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Arrived at 5pm on a Friday it was empty. Had spicy beef pho which was perfect for a rainy cold day.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Spicy Beef Pho
This place is fantastic. I got a to go order of the Lemongrass Stir Fry vermicelli bowl and it was soooooo good. So good, that I paused eating it to write this review. The two girls at the front were so so sweet, and overall I have nothing but praise for this legendary place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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