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Tasty Vietnamese place across from Metropolis. Parking is available on the side streets. There are also paid spots on Kingsway. The place is pretty cozy. There are maybe 30 seats inside. Seating can be a bit tight. Staff are friendly. No complaints. The pho is pretty decent. Beef slices and beef balls are decent. Served in clear broth with onions and cilantro. The bean sprouts are buried at the bottom of the bowl, not served on top. Not sure if this means the volume of food is reduced. Overall quality is decent. The other dishes here look pretty good too. Guess I'm coming back at some point.
The restaurant is located right opposite to Metropolis and it's quite convenient to get there. It was a bit busy (~80% full) when we visited during lunch hour, but the place was still pretty quiet, which was nice and relaxing. We tried their grilled pork and spring rolls on rice, pork salad roll, and Vietnamese coffee. The grilled pork and spring rolls were delicious! The spring rolls were smaller than the usual ones and were so cute and tasty! The salad roll was refreshing and was perfect for a hot summer day. The iced Vietnamese coffee was rich! Highly recommended!
A hidden gem near Metrotown! My partner and I ate here on a bit of a whim, as I was hungry coming from the gym on a Saturday afternoon. It was quite busy in the restaurant, as I saw a few people waiting for tables. I was seated fairly quickly though. The menu is fully in English, as another Yelper pointed out, which was interesting to me. It would have been easier for me to understand what dish I wanted if it was in Vietnamese lol. I found the service to be very quick and attentive, even as the restaurant got busier during the lunch hour. We ordered crispy spring rolls as an appetizer. I thought these were just okay. I found the filling to be too little, which made for more crunchy skin that felt overly oily. I enjoyed the pickled veggies and lettuce included though! Nice authentic touch. I ordered bun bo hue for myself, and I was internally comparing it to my favourite place (Cafe Xu Hue; yes I have a Yelp review for that already too!). I thought this restaurant did really well! The broth was clean yet full of flavour, and a decent amount of meat was provided. It wasn't too spicy for me (which is always good), and I thought that the lemongrass flavour really came out. A great spot overall! I would definitely come back to try other dishes, and to satisfy my infrequent bun bo hue cravings.
I've sat inside the restaurant and ordered soup-based dishes before and wanted to try a rice dish this time. I ordered half lemongrass chicken and pork on rice, to go. Was told it would take ~10 mins for prep and it was ready on time. Overall the dish was average, didn't surprise me but met my expectations of what a grilled chicken/pork chop on rice would be. Both the chicken and pork were a bit dry, which was unfortunate, however they were seasoned well with visible grilled marks. They use normal long grain rice which seems to be the standard for Vietnamese restaurants, with the texture being slightly on the drier side, which I preferred. I also liked how the pickled carrots/radish and sliced cucumbers provided a refreshing cleanse between bites. The fish sauce was typical, I didn't notice any fragrant additions other than the usual salty flavour. I wouldn't go out of my way to order this again, however if I'm in the area and craving Vietnamese food, I would stop by.
We ended up trying Ha Café Vietnamese Cuisine after the place we wanted to eat at was randomly closed. This spot has had plenty of turnover over the years (Asakusa Sushi and Old Street). It's next door to Mui Garden Restaurant. We dropped in on a busy Friday afternoon (12:15pm). Seems to be a popular spot for solo diners. No atmosphere with news up on the TV. - Herbs - basil, lime and a massive pile of bean sprouts. You have to ask for the beans sprouts. - Special beef noodle soup (#1) ($15.95) - bun bo hue was very mild in spice level. Noodle portion on the small side. Broth was unmemorable. - Spicy beef noodle soup (#5) ($14.95) - pho dac biet was okay. Broth on the sweeter side. Barely any tripe. Run of the mill, generic Viet spot. 2.5 stars.
Came here for an impromptu lunch with my partner after her yoga class. The prices here are great and the food was amazing. I had their lemongrass chicken on rice, and my partner got their bun bo hue (spicy beef noodle soup) and spring rolls. I tried a bit of her food too! I got half rice with my chicken and mixed all the vegetables (they give a good amount!) with the rice. It was the perfect ratio with the chicken for me. They also gave an ample amount of chicken!! The chicken was seasoned and grilled well, juicy and soft. Nuoc mam was good. I should have asked for no pickled vegetables, but that's on my partner for thinking she could eat it all lol. The bun bo hue soup was also really delicious. I want to go back to either have a full dish of this or try their pho to see how it holds up! The spring rolls were meh. Flavour was lacking and it was too mushy on the inside, even for my soft mouth. The service is quick, to the point. The restaurant is slightly small and cramped, but it's not too loud in there. I didn't like that the menu didn't have any Vietnamese--surprisingly it made it more confusing and I was questioning what some things were.
A very modern looking vietnamese restaurant. The place is small with very tiny tables. The menu doesnt have any vietnamese on it so some thing are confusing. They have a seafood patty noodle soup with tomato. The picture looks like bun rieu but not sure. It would have been better to have both english and vietnamese. We ordered the pho dac biet and the grilled pork with spring roll vermicelli. The pho broth was well made. There was a stronger taste of one of the ingredients but I cant pinpoint which one. The bowl was on the smaller size compared to other restaurants. Bean sprouts are already in the pho and not served on the size. They also give a pinky sized lime. It would have been nice to have some herbs too. The vermicelli was also well made. The spring roll was made with rice paper which I like. The pork pieces were really tender. The bowl size was also small. Overall, their dishes are made better than some mom and pop viet noodle shops, which reflects in the price. It would maybe be compared to the viet noodle guy near brentwood.
Bun Bo Hue here was actually good. (Spicy beef Noodle soup). Would highly recommend. Broth is clear, tastes how I expected it to taste. There are some places that make it really bland around Burnaby but not here. I don't need to go to Vancouver to get BBH now. Thanks
Chose this place purely for its location as I was picking up a quick bite after a long tattoo session next door.. ordered 3 soups (2 house specials and 1 seafood+meat pho) and 2 shrimp salad rolls. The pho broth tasted good but were all too overwhelmingly sweet to be fully enjoyed. I like sweet and savory broth as much as the next person but this was too much. This is confirmed by my diabetic friend having a jolt in their blood sugars. Ingredients all seem fresh and made with care. Salad rolls appear to be made to order. Reading previous reviews, it seems like grilled meat with rice or vermicelli dishes is their strong point.
Vietnamese gig located in Old Or hard shopping center. Small place maybe can house 25 clientelle maximum or even less,no patio seating. Excellent service,accept cash/debit/credit. Noise level is average,kids friendly and i may say good for small group. For my appez: I had the calamari i am actually surprised because it was good..really good crispy outside tender inside,it taste fresh.. Then for my main entree: Lemon grass fish on rice this the real reason why I visited this place..usually I eat from other place lemongtass pork or chicken,this is different right?! Well it was breaded fish and deep fried with sauce and vietnamese salad and broken rice,not bad though,but not great as well.Just for the record that I tried it. Market price is within range. Another place that needs a washroom makeover.
Stopped by for lunch and it was quite busy. I had their lemongrass chicken on vermicelli. It was a good portion of chicken. It was flavourful and meaty. I liked how the vermicelli bowl was about half salad/pickled veggies and half vermicelli. It was a tasty meal. My friend had their special beef pho and they were able to accommodate her request for just beef ball and tripe. Just to note, their pho comes with the beansprouts in the soup already. My friend wasn't a fan of it, so make sure to ask for it on the side! There is a note on their menu about it, but it might be missed. Service today was just okay. They didn't refill tea until I asked and they didn't seem too attentive. But when they were, they were friendly. Overall, it was a pretty good meal.
First time coming to Ha Cafe and it was really good! The menu was fully in English, which was new for me, as I was used to seeing the names of the dishes in Vietnamese. Regardless, the food still tasted very authentic. I got the spicy sweet and sour soup or canh chua. I got the seafood one which comes with fish and shrimp. The fish was so fresh - texture was firm and flaky and not fishy at all. They also used fresh pineapple instead of canned which made the dish even better as it didn't add an overly sweet canned fruit flavour.
Got takeout last week since my family and I were too lazy to cook and the weather was too crazy to go out. I got the grilled beef short ribs on rice ($14.95) and it was a pretty big portion so I shared it. I really liked how they marinated the beef it was so flavourful and tender, I also liked how they shredded the lettuce as well, the rice was fresh and the fish sauce was really tasty too. Overall, super delicious and I will be ordering from them again!
Been here many times, just never wrote a review! Always loved the food and service here! Super friendly and kept refilling our tea multiple times. Delicious food in a hole in the wall kind of spot. Great place to eat after shopping for an entire day across the street at Metrotown! Haven't eaten anything here I don't really like yet so far. And they take credit card here too! read more
I don't usually go to Kingsway nearby Metrotown for foods but this time I felt like having lunch outside rather than eating in food court. I searched for Vietnamese cafe and I found this place. They have pretty good reviews. I went there with my wife and we ordered grilled half pork and half chicken on rice and pho. This foods didn't disappointed us. I was surprised the broth of the pho was gracefully rich and tasty. The beef balls had natural beef taste. The grilled pork and chicken were having a nice smoked flavour but not burnt. Well done! The owner was there serving the customers and he is friendly and welcoming. At one moment the sunlight came in from the window he immediately went to pull down the bind so the customers won't get the sunlight directly into their eyes. He kept serving tea and refilled frequently. I'm happy with their service. In terms of foods and service quality, this is a place I will definitely return. read more
Tasty Vietnamese place across from Metropolis. Parking is available on the side streets. There are also paid spots on Kingsway. The place is pretty cozy. There are maybe 30 seats inside. Seating can be a bit tight. Staff are friendly. No complaints. The pho is pretty decent. Beef slices and beef balls are decent. Served in clear broth with onions and cilantro. The bean sprouts are buried at the bottom of the bowl, not served on top. Not sure if this means the volume of food is reduced. Overall quality is decent. The other dishes here look pretty good too. Guess I'm coming back at some point. read more
The restaurant is located right opposite to Metropolis and it's quite convenient to get there. It was a bit busy (~80% full) when we visited during lunch hour, but the place was still pretty quiet, which was nice and relaxing. We tried their grilled pork and spring rolls on rice, pork salad roll, and Vietnamese coffee. The grilled pork and spring rolls were delicious! The spring rolls were smaller than the usual ones and were so cute and tasty! The salad roll was refreshing and was perfect for a hot summer day. The iced Vietnamese coffee was rich! Highly recommended! read more
A hidden gem near Metrotown! My partner and I ate here on a bit of a whim, as I was hungry coming from the gym on a Saturday afternoon. It was quite busy in the restaurant, as I saw a few people waiting for tables. I was seated fairly quickly though. The menu is fully in English, as another Yelper pointed out, which was interesting to me. It would have been easier for me to understand what dish I wanted if it was in Vietnamese lol. I found the service to be very quick and attentive, even as the restaurant got busier during the lunch hour. We ordered crispy spring rolls as an appetizer. I thought these were just okay. I found the filling to be too little, which made for more crunchy skin that felt overly oily. I enjoyed the pickled veggies and lettuce included though! Nice authentic touch. I ordered bun bo hue for myself, and I was internally comparing it to my favourite place (Cafe Xu Hue; yes I have a Yelp review for that already too!). I thought this restaurant did really well! The broth was clean yet full of flavour, and a decent amount of meat was provided. It wasn't too spicy for me (which is always good), and I thought that the lemongrass flavour really came out. A great spot overall! I would definitely come back to try other dishes, and to satisfy my infrequent bun bo hue cravings. read more
I've sat inside the restaurant and ordered soup-based dishes before and wanted to try a rice dish this time. I ordered half lemongrass chicken and pork on rice, to go. Was told it would take ~10 mins for prep and it was ready on time. Overall the dish was average, didn't surprise me but met my expectations of what a grilled chicken/pork chop on rice would be. Both the chicken and pork were a bit dry, which was unfortunate, however they were seasoned well with visible grilled marks. They use normal long grain rice which seems to be the standard for Vietnamese restaurants, with the texture being slightly on the drier side, which I preferred. I also liked how the pickled carrots/radish and sliced cucumbers provided a refreshing cleanse between bites. The fish sauce was typical, I didn't notice any fragrant additions other than the usual salty flavour. I wouldn't go out of my way to order this again, however if I'm in the area and craving Vietnamese food, I would stop by. read more
We ended up trying Ha Café Vietnamese Cuisine after the place we wanted to eat at was randomly closed. This spot has had plenty of turnover over the years (Asakusa Sushi and Old Street). It's next door to Mui Garden Restaurant. We dropped in on a busy Friday afternoon (12:15pm). Seems to be a popular spot for solo diners. No atmosphere with news up on the TV. - Herbs - basil, lime and a massive pile of bean sprouts. You have to ask for the beans sprouts. - Special beef noodle soup (#1) ($15.95) - bun bo hue was very mild in spice level. Noodle portion on the small side. Broth was unmemorable. - Spicy beef noodle soup (#5) ($14.95) - pho dac biet was okay. Broth on the sweeter side. Barely any tripe. Run of the mill, generic Viet spot. 2.5 stars. read more
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Came here for an impromptu lunch with my partner after her yoga class. The prices here are great and the food was amazing. I had their lemongrass chicken on rice, and my partner got their bun bo hue (spicy beef noodle soup) and spring rolls. I tried a bit of her food too! I got half rice with my chicken and mixed all the vegetables (they give a good amount!) with the rice. It was the perfect ratio with the chicken for me. They also gave an ample amount of chicken!! The chicken was seasoned and grilled well, juicy and soft. Nuoc mam was good. I should have asked for no pickled vegetables, but that's on my partner for thinking she could eat it all lol. The bun bo hue soup was also really delicious. I want to go back to either have a full dish of this or try their pho to see how it holds up! The spring rolls were meh. Flavour was lacking and it was too mushy on the inside, even for my soft mouth. The service is quick, to the point. The restaurant is slightly small and cramped, but it's not too loud in there. I didn't like that the menu didn't have any Vietnamese--surprisingly it made it more confusing and I was questioning what some things were. read more
A very modern looking vietnamese restaurant. The place is small with very tiny tables. The menu doesnt have any vietnamese on it so some thing are confusing. They have a seafood patty noodle soup with tomato. The picture looks like bun rieu but not sure. It would have been better to have both english and vietnamese. We ordered the pho dac biet and the grilled pork with spring roll vermicelli. The pho broth was well made. There was a stronger taste of one of the ingredients but I cant pinpoint which one. The bowl was on the smaller size compared to other restaurants. Bean sprouts are already in the pho and not served on the size. They also give a pinky sized lime. It would have been nice to have some herbs too. The vermicelli was also well made. The spring roll was made with rice paper which I like. The pork pieces were really tender. The bowl size was also small. Overall, their dishes are made better than some mom and pop viet noodle shops, which reflects in the price. It would maybe be compared to the viet noodle guy near brentwood. read more
Bun Bo Hue here was actually good. (Spicy beef Noodle soup). Would highly recommend. Broth is clear, tastes how I expected it to taste. There are some places that make it really bland around Burnaby but not here. I don't need to go to Vancouver to get BBH now. Thanks read more
Chose this place purely for its location as I was picking up a quick bite after a long tattoo session next door.. ordered 3 soups (2 house specials and 1 seafood+meat pho) and 2 shrimp salad rolls. The pho broth tasted good but were all too overwhelmingly sweet to be fully enjoyed. I like sweet and savory broth as much as the next person but this was too much. This is confirmed by my diabetic friend having a jolt in their blood sugars. Ingredients all seem fresh and made with care. Salad rolls appear to be made to order. Reading previous reviews, it seems like grilled meat with rice or vermicelli dishes is their strong point. read more
Vietnamese gig located in Old Or hard shopping center. Small place maybe can house 25 clientelle maximum or even less,no patio seating. Excellent service,accept cash/debit/credit. Noise level is average,kids friendly and i may say good for small group. For my appez: I had the calamari i am actually surprised because it was good..really good crispy outside tender inside,it taste fresh.. Then for my main entree: Lemon grass fish on rice this the real reason why I visited this place..usually I eat from other place lemongtass pork or chicken,this is different right?! Well it was breaded fish and deep fried with sauce and vietnamese salad and broken rice,not bad though,but not great as well.Just for the record that I tried it. Market price is within range. Another place that needs a washroom makeover. read more
4 years ago
Stopped by for lunch and it was quite busy. I had their lemongrass chicken on vermicelli. It was a good portion of chicken. It was flavourful and meaty. I liked how the vermicelli bowl was about half salad/pickled veggies and half vermicelli. It was a tasty meal. My friend had their special beef pho and they were able to accommodate her request for just beef ball and tripe. Just to note, their pho comes with the beansprouts in the soup already. My friend wasn't a fan of it, so make sure to ask for it on the side! There is a note on their menu about it, but it might be missed. Service today was just okay. They didn't refill tea until I asked and they didn't seem too attentive. But when they were, they were friendly. Overall, it was a pretty good meal. read more
First time coming to Ha Cafe and it was really good! The menu was fully in English, which was new for me, as I was used to seeing the names of the dishes in Vietnamese. Regardless, the food still tasted very authentic. I got the spicy sweet and sour soup or canh chua. I got the seafood one which comes with fish and shrimp. The fish was so fresh - texture was firm and flaky and not fishy at all. They also used fresh pineapple instead of canned which made the dish even better as it didn't add an overly sweet canned fruit flavour. read more
Got takeout last week since my family and I were too lazy to cook and the weather was too crazy to go out. I got the grilled beef short ribs on rice ($14.95) and it was a pretty big portion so I shared it. I really liked how they marinated the beef it was so flavourful and tender, I also liked how they shredded the lettuce as well, the rice was fresh and the fish sauce was really tasty too. Overall, super delicious and I will be ordering from them again! read more
Reasonably good vegetarian pho. I placed a take-out order for dinner on a Thursday and my order was ready for pick-up when I arrived. I got one piece of basil & mango salad roll ($4.95 plus tax), and their tofu & vegetable pho (veggie broth; $11.95 plus tax). The salad roll was decent, with fresh mango and basil, and then mostly bean sprouts and lettuce, with a sweet and tangy peanut sauce for dipping. $5 for 1 salad roll is steep, given that most places sell 2 for $6-8. Decent salad roll, but overpriced and the quality doesn't match the high price. The pho was decent. You get a generous portion of mixed veggies (broccoli, bok choy, cauliflower, carrot, butternut squash), deep fried tofu pockets, and thin rice noodles, with bean sprouts and lime for garnishes, along with hoi sin and sriracha. I really liked the veggie selection. The noodles were underneath the veggies and so were stuck together by the time I got home (15 min drive). The broth was very mild, with a gentle umami like flavour, low sodium and oil (which is nice), but in general just pretty bland. Overall, filling and reasonably priced vegan pho, but not a top spot in Greater Van. read more
8 years ago
This place is my friend's favourite for their rice plates. We came here for lunch and it was pretty good. The place was busy around 1pm on a weekday. The waiter let us read the menu when we waited a bit before seated. He was very friendly and efficient. I had the lemongrass chicken and pork on rice while my friend had the grilled pork and spring rolls on rice. The meat was nicely seasoned on both dishes. The carrot, turnip and lettuce salad was very fresh and their pickled carrot and turnip were very refreshing. They also serve a variety of appetizers such as wings and fries, calamari, and soup, etc. Noodle and soup (pho) is a must for a Vietnamese restaurant. They also have Vietnamese subs (banh mi) and vegetarian dishes. Hot and cold beverages are also available. Gotta try other dishes another time. This place is located next to Shoppers in a strip mall on Kingsway and Willingdon where IGA is. Parking is easy. read more
Ha Cafe is a true hidden gem in Burnaby. We have come here several times and it never disappoints! My go-to dish is the Lemongrass Chicken on Vermicelli. The quality of the chicken is good and decent portion. Fiance loves the Spicy Beef Noodle and Soup (aka Bun Bo Hue). The broth is flavourful and a good spice, and the ingredients are quality! Sometimes we add a Salad Roll to appetize our appetites. Overall, our meals are always satisfactory and hits the spot. My picture was from pre-covid but they are opened for takeout (not sure about dine-in).. so gonna have to order soon, as it's been over a month since I've last had Viet food - may or may not go crazy soon. read more
This is one of the good Vietnamese restaurant that I found in the Metrotown area. The place is quiet popular with a line during lunch and dinner time. The flavourful broth for the pho and pho ga keeps making me want to come back. Both their beef and chicken broth tastes fresh and has a tint of sweetness in it. The brother doesn't makes me feels thirsty afterwards like some broth at other Vietnamese noodle place. I still want to try their dry rice dishes but I always caved for the soup noodles. I just can't turn down soup noodles! I like their banh mi as well. I think those are my soft spots for Vietnamese food- a good broth (good quality beef too) and a good old bahn mi. The price range is around $12 per person so it is very affordable. read more
4 years ago
What's better than a warm tasty bowl of pho on a snowing day? I'm glad that I've discovered a great place through Yelp at a corner of a commercial complex I don't normally visit. The restaurant is not very big and seats 30 people at most I would say. It was packed by the time we left (6pm) so be prepared for a short wait during peak hour in cold weather. For 4 of us, we've ordered spicy beef noodle soup, house special noodle soup, seafood and meat noodle soup, chicken wings, and chicken&beef on rice for my 2.5 year old. All tasted great! I must highlight the fact that the chicken wing is so crispy and flavourful which I found it second to Phnom Phen. The shrimp in the seafood noodle soup is very fresh which is quite impressive. Lemengrass chicken was one of their signatures and a must try. It was nicely done, only thing is that I tasted less Lemengrass but it's still yummy. Also, all mains come in standard size in a prize range of $11-$15. People with smaller appetite may found it a bit waste. read more
I was here on May13 (saturday) for a lunch and felt like having Pho. I was happy since Ha Cafe is closest one to Metrotown Library. I got #1 special beef soup ($8.95) and the portion was big. Have to mention their noodles don't come small and large and it's one size only. Soup was good and oil was definetely skimmed from the soup. I personally don't like oily soup for Pho. That was BIG plus. However, why isn't there any basil and sprouts with my noodle? So turns out sprouts is already inside the noodle and few other veggies were inside (says on the menu as well). I found that odd. I like plentiful of fresh basils and bean sprouts to feel the crisp texture while eating Pho. Anyways I enjoyed eating here and the food was delicious. **NO wifi here, however you can access through Pearl Castle's wifi. Password not required. read more
Have had decent dishes in this restaurant. I used to come here often in High School since I craved Vietnamese during the cold winter months. I recommend coming here during lunch time since it is in a "village centre" and it is usually busy during dinner time. I usually order Pho Tai Chin Bo Vien at Pho restaurants and the broth here is delicious! Plenty of Meat Balls and if you want to try other types of Vietnamese food they have a large variety of food you can choose from in their menu. Their staff is friendly and the serve their food pretty quickly. During high school my friends would always get The Beef Pho Broth so that could be a dish you can definitely try out. Just be mindful that this restaurant is known in the local area so check outside of the window to see when their "busy times" are. read more
Decent Vietnamese food. Would not recommend to go out of your way for Ha Cafe. The diner is usually packed with people so it's hard to miss, but very plain inside, as was the food. I ordered the number 7 because it resembled 潮州 (Teochew) noodle soup - one of my favorite foods. However, I was quite disappointed by the broth's watered down taste. It literally tasted like diluted chicken / pork broth. The meat was also pretty dry, average noodles, a little unappetizing. We also ordered the shrimp salad rolls, which was also quite disappointing as it was literally only two small pieces (usually you'd expect to see 4 from an order). Taste was decent, the sauce was believe it or not.. also watered down! LOL Maybe it's to save money? Overall decent viet food. Would not recommend to go out of your way to eat here. read more
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Pros: - Plenty of parking on private lot - Prompt Service - Decent broth Cons: - Uncomfortable chairs - Offers only one-size of pho (small) - $8.25 for a small bowl of pho - Most expensive bowl of small pho I've ever paid Pho is comparable to Song Huong (SH is still better). Will likely not return as I can find comparable and better pho in my neighbourhood. read more
13 years ago
13 years ago
Solid 3.5 stars, gotta appreciate the comffy diner-style sofa seating in the far back. Sure this used to be called another name, some deli sandwich but i digress. Seems the new owners from last year have added the Vietnamese cuisine to it, while still keeping the Western stuff, like breakfast--good idea, needed in this Old Orchard plaza. Iced coffee's ok, a bit sweet; one nice touch was the wrapped straws. Free parking. Consider a repeat visit as it's low-pressure here. read more
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