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    Pho Japolo

    3.5 (90 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese, Noodles

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    PHO JAPOLO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Josephine M.

    Pho Japolo has been around for quite a number of years. They have several locations but for a long time the one in North Vancouver was the only one I knew of. After years of not trying it, I finally got around to trying it and wow...I'm hooked on Pho Japolo now! Veggies marinated prawns and grilled chicken vermicelli bowl Veggies and deep fried tofu vermicelli bowl Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Vietnamese Submarine Two sunny side up eggs with grilled lemongrass chicken rice plate We all loved our food. The (Veggies and deep fried tofu with vermicelli) tofu in my bowl was incredibly crispy. When I bit into the tofu it made a "crunch" sound that was extremely audible and gave me goosebumps all over. Our daughter loved her Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Submarine; mu husband said that he had tried a different location of Pho Japolo and had been very happy with the food there already, but that the food at this location was even better. Highly recommend this place! Service: Good Parking: Free Location: 2070 Marine Dr., North Vancouver

    Sarah B.

    Stopped by to pick up some banh mi for our hike around Capilano. Definitely a small mom & pop restaurant. Didn't see anyone in the front when we walked in, but some people who walked in after us were obviously locals and just sat themselves. Pork and Vietnamese Ham 4/5 (basic banh mi not bad to satisfy your cravings) Grilled sliced pork 5/5 (seasoned well) Goi Cuon Nem Nuong 3/5 (I couldn't taste the Nem Nuong because there were so much noodle in the roll)

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    TJ R.

    The crew had a craving for Pho on a Saturday afternoon. Looked up reviews in the area and Pho Japolo looked like a good option for us. The table had Rare Beef Pho, a Pork rice dish & a prawn salad roll. First impressions of the place was ok. Looks a little rundown, but the table was visibly just clean (still damp but dried as we sat) Staff was knowledgeable about its menu. Parking is available out front, however, not in abundance. Seems that there is an option to park at the motel next door if you register your plate number with the restaurant. Location is just before the onramp to the Lionsgate Bridge. We used access from the sidestreets in the back which Google Maps wasn't aware of. Food: the tea is excellent. I appreciate a good tea and this was about the best I've had in a while. Rare Beef Pho * Pho broth was nice, but I suspect MSG as I had a reaction. I should have asked. It's been so long since I've been exposed so it's become rare I even ask (that's on me). The noodle in the Pho was cooked perfectly. The rare Beef was good. The prawn salad roll was good. Peanut sauce nice. Pork dish with spring roll was tasty. My lunch buddy said it could have used a more generous serving of pork, but was ok. 3/5 stars because 2 of us felt unwell immediately after our meal. Nothing serious, but notable. We had both had the pho.

    #70 sliced pork and shrimp vermicelli
    Carolyn L.

    The portion is pretty big and is value of money. The food is standard. It is not the most delicious lemongrass chicken but it is still decent. The spring roll is slightly better though it is a bit on the skinny side. The service is average and substitution or changes to the dish is not allowed. If you are driving along Capilano Road after visiting Grouse Mountain or Capilano Suspension Bridge, it is convenient to get to. It is at Capilano and Marine Drive, right next to Denny's. Parking is also available at nearby Travelodge if their parking lot is full. Just inform the staff. Do not park at Denny's though. A sign at the front door indicated that.

    Sliced pork plate. Such a big portion. I love it!
    Cindy C.

    After spending most of the day at the Capilano Suspension Bridge, we were craving a full meal and didn't want to pay for overpriced food at the Park. Pho Japolo is a walking distance from the hotel we were staying at, so we decided to give it a try. ENTREE: I ordered the pork slices rice plate, which came with a big portion of rice, tender pork, two fried rolls, and salad. We also ordered a beef stew to share amongst my family. The pork was delicious, fried rolls were crispy and yummy. The beef stew was warming to my stomach. It would be a heartwarming soup on a chilly day. AMBIANCE: It's a small restaurant, has a tiny restroom, and parking space. Despite the small space, they have cute decor This place is definitely not the place to hold a huge party, but if you want a quiet restaurant where you can enjoy some delicious Vietnamese food, then Pho Japolo is the place for you!

    Stephanie T.

    Food quality: personally I like the menu choices of the one located around lougheed highway. I mean if you are around the area and just finished the grouse grind a nice bowl of pho would be so good. If you are new to eating pho order these main classic dishes Pho ga Spring rolls Pho tai but I added tendon Salad rolls Inside is a little outdated but food is still good. It's not super busy so food shouldn't take to long to come out.

    Jennie Y.

    First time trying this place. I was in the area and was craving for Vietnamese noodles. It's not the best I've had. It was a little pricey than other similar places I've been to. Why I gave this rating is because our server was not good at taking orders. I ordered the #8 "small" chicken noodle soup (pointed on the menu to her), but I received the #18 "large" house special instead. I would've just let it be if I wasn't allergic to beef. She didn't even apologize. I was having lunch with two other people. She didn't write down our order nor confirmed it. She finally brought me the right dish, but it looked like it was a large instead of small. When we paid, it indeed was a large (as I couldn't finish everything like I usually do). I will not be coming back to this place again.

    Michelle S.

    I've been going to this place for over 16+ years. With most recent visit, the interior and vibe is still the same but food was so-so. Broth was bit salty, but okay. Portion is definitely much smaller. I usually eat small in other places (and never finish them), and ordered large so I can share my half with my partner who also ordered large. I ended up finishing the entire bowl alone. So yea, their large is small.

    This is the fly after I took it out of my salad roll!!!!

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