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delicious delicious Combo #5
Breighan H.

Why has nobody written a review of this place? Also, why have I not been to Just Spring Roll in the last two years?! I'm a huge fan of delicious food court food, mostly because it's rare, and well, cheap and tasty. Time was of the essence yet again today, and my master plan was to boot it down to Park Lane and shovel as much Just Springroll food into my maw as possible before seeing Hobo with a Shotgun. I hoped to hell JSR was open, as sometimes it's inexplicably closed (website says "Hours subject to change based on demand"-- which makes sense). Although the lady was on the phone for a bit when we got there, she beckoned for another fantastic lady to help us. I ordered combo #5 (not Mambo #5) for $6.99 and two meaty spring rolls ($1.50 each) for my gent. With a generous scoop of rice from the ricecooker (I'm a sucker for rice cooked in a rice cooker) and a few minutes wait, my curry complete with small triangles of tofu), vegetable stir fry and spring roll were in my eager hands. I was asked if I wanted it spicy. In fact I was asked several times, probably trying to judge my eagerness for wild amounts of Sriracha to be squirted on my food. I nodded yes, excitedly each time, and she went for it. Squirt. Squirt. Squirt. Now my combo #5 was "spicy!" It's probably been a long time since I've scarfed a meal like I was made to scarf it today (movie in 5 minutes!), but enjoyed every hasty mouthful. Can't wait to return and savour the meal a little more the next time. Next time, I'll get mine to go and sneak it into the theatre! If you're on your way to see a flick at Park Lane, take a look behind the escalator (where the adorably-named Just Spring Roll is hidden) and hook yourself up with some hot n' tasty Vietnamese goodness.

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Pho Maniac - Grilled pork banh mi

Pho Maniac

(11 reviews)

South End

After days of lobster rolls and lobster everything, I was ready to throw myself into the ocean just…read moreto feel something spicy. Halifax is beautiful, no doubt--but if you're someone who needs a kick of chili in your food (and your soul), the city can feel like a spice desert. Enter Pho Maniac. We spotted it thanks to the red chili-laced photos plastered on the window. That alone was enough to pull us in. And thank god we did--because this place delivers on heat. Not the mild, tamed-down-for-tourists kind either. Real spice. Actual flavor. The food scene in Halifax is trying to grow, but let's be honest--it's mostly tailored for white folks and cruise ship passersby. If your palate grew up on sambal, Sichuan, or scotch bonnets, most of this city will leave you unbothered and unsalted. But Pho Maniac? A mirage turned real. The place was packed with Asian diners and the one off-white wanderer who knew what's up. That's always a good sign. The broth? Deep, rich, and fiery. It hits the spot you forgot Halifax had. I still couldn't see myself living here long-term--because spicy food is non-negotiable--but at least Pho Maniac made the week feel less bland. In a city of boiled lobster and beige seasoning, this little joint reminded me my taste buds were still alive.

It's funny returning to Halifax and seeing new restaurants replace old faves, as is the case of Pho…read moreManiac in the space formerly occupied by New Asia. One day at work, I was looking for lunch and Pho Maniac came up in a scan of nearby spots. While they're a pho place, I didn't want to get the inevitable soup splashes on my work clothes, so I went with the banh mi for takeout. Taking my spoils back the office, I unfurled the sandwich bag to see what was inside. Wrapped tightly in plastic, the banh mi seemed a bit narrow, but it was longer than the sort of banh mi you get at specialty shops for a few bucks each (at least in pre-pandemic pricing) in bigger cities. It was very meat-heavy, loaded with strips of grilled pork (they also have beef and chicken). The pork had a nice flavour from the grill and a bit of fish sauce funk, balanced out by a hint of sweetness from the pickled carrots. Some Thai basil and green onion added pops of vegetal freshness. It was hard to get a good feel for the bun, as the heat of the pork and the plastic wrap steamed it, so the trademark crispness of a banh mi bun was lost. A paper wrap would definitely be an improvement. A return visit had me rolling the dice on pho splashes, going with tender beef and flank pho. I'm not sure what cut "tender beef" is, as tenderloin isn't typically found in pho, but I would guess brisket, which is much more common. I got it as takeout and assembled it in a bowl I had at work, but you could easily use the one they give you. Said bowl comes with the noodles, beef and toppings (bean sprouts, lime, Thai basil, hoisin and chili sauces) in it, while a second container had the broth. The flank and (likely) brisket weren't particularly discernible from one another, but both were nice and tender, and reasonably portioned. The many accoutrements added layers of flavour to the already tasty pho. The broth was beef-forward, with hints of star anise and other spices, and had a pleasant viscosity that suggested that Pho Maniac is likely boiling bones to make their own broth. It was good enough for me to straight up drink the broth that remained unused for the noodles after I had finished those! My regular-sized pho was a good portion for a satisfying, but not heavy, lunch. While I'm sad that New Asia has moved on, Pho Maniac is a solid spot in its own right, and I look forward to many work lunches to come!

Man Bean - Bun bo hue

Man Bean

(18 reviews)

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South End

Man Bean took over the former Lemon Grass location after I moved to Ottawa, but since my wife and I…read moremoved back to Halifax, its proximity to my office has added to the variety of lunch options that I have. Their name can have some...unbecoming...associations if English is your first language and you have a filthy mind (guilty as charged), but judging from the note about mung beans at the top of their menu, and the bean in their logo, I assume its origins are more legume-based. They're not on any delivery apps except for Asian food specialty app Fantuan, but you can order ahead the old fashioned way via...a phone call. Difficult, I know! While I have done takeout pho in the past, it is a bit of a process and you're guaranteed to have broth splatters at your desk, so I went for the more easily managed grilled pork vermicelli bowl. Pick-up was a breeze and was ready and waiting when I arrived at the estimated time they gave me on the phone. I often find that the pork in these dishes is chunks that are grilled separately, like satay, but Man Bean sliced up a grilled pork chop (which is also an item on their menu). It had a good char on it, and while the chop was slightly on the dry side it wasn't too bad and you don't really notice when you're having it in bites with the other ingredients. To that point, I'm going to posit that bun is like pizza, in that it's hard to mess up and have a truly bad one. I mean, what's not to like? Rice noodles in a sweet and lightly spicy sauce, crunchy lettuce, carrot and cucumber, pork and a peanut crumble? That's a winning combination! A return visit found me coming by with my wife for dinner after work. The interior space is nice, with a contemporary, subdued style that's given a touch of Vietnam with framed photos and art adorning the walls. The plentiful windows onto Barrington and Morris let in tons of light and give you lots of people watching potential. This time around, my wife had the grilled pork vermicelli bowl (her "go-to" at Vietnamese places), while I opted for the bun bo hue. Not all Vietnamese places carry this spicy noodle soup, so I jumped at the chance to try Man Bean's. Since I was wearing a white shirt, I put my black jacket on to protect from the soup's area of effect splash damage, as nothing stains quite so well as red chili oil. I'm no bun bo hue connoisseur, but I really enjoyed Man Bean's version. The broth was top notch, with layers of savoury flavours, a smooth mouthfeel and prominent, but manageable, levels of spice. I knew their broth was legit when I fished out some rib tips or the like, and the chunks of cartilage were as wobbly as Jell-O, a sign of being simmered low and slow and releasing their gelatinous goodness into the broth. The round, moderately-thick noodles (think spaghetti, but rice-based) were tender and supple and safely slurped up with my protective jacket on, while the slices of slices of beef brisket were fantastically tender, and not grainy and overcooked. I also had an iced Vietnamese coffee to help balance out the heat of the bun bo hue, and its mix of sweetness and creaminess certainly did its job well, while the dark roast of the coffee still stood out from the spice and big flavours of my dinner. It's always been the same gentleman working the front of house when I've been there, and every time he's been friendly, easy-going and attentive. Man Bean is putting out some very solid food, with some stand-out dishes, and combined with its friendly service and nice atmosphere, it's a neighbourhood joint that's really worth getting to know. PS. It's not really advertised, but Man Bean has an impressively good Scotch collection!

Restaurant is clean and service is good, but the food was just ok, and not that authentic tasting…read more It was also quite pricey (well, compared to vietnamese restaurants in Toronto, so take that tidbit with a grain of salt if you're not from Toronto). A bowl of pho here is $14 and they don't have tendon or tripe or beef balls. The menu doesn't have a big selection. Also, the bean sprouts and basil were all in the soup already at the time it was served, rather than fresh on a plate for you to add yourself. I got the sweet and sour soup ($7) which came in a bigger bowl than I expected. The prawns were good and plentiful, but I didn't like the taste of the soup. The pineapple chunks in it looked like they were the dole canned pineapple, and the soup kind of tasted like the syrup from the canned pineapple was mixed into there. The sweet flavour was very strong. I also tried the pork spring rolls which were alright. Walking around Halifax, it didn't seem to have that many Vietnamese restaurant choices, so props to this family for opening up this restaurant.

Just Spring Roll - vietnamese - Updated May 2026

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