There's a reason why there's a long line. We wait for about 1 hour and 15 mins after putting our…read morename down but the food is really good. We got the butter beef and small chicken wings. The buffer beef is really good. Nothing I have ever tasted. It's vinegary, fresh, a bit salty and sweet. Not too sure how to describe it but it was good! The chicken wings are good as well. The lemon and peppery dipping sauce elevates the dish more. The meat on the chicken was on the smaller side and I wished there was more garlic flavour but overall it was good. The place was pretty busy and entrance is full of people but the service is fairly quick.

Have a hankering for Cambodian food? Phnom Penh will scratch that itch…read more They've been a staple of Vancouver's Chinatown for +40 years. They're well-known, so it was no surprise to see a full house when we walked in. Luckily there's a waitlist. We got added to it, then wandered for ~20 minutes before getting a text to return. Efficient service. Efficient kitchen too, given the crowd. I left happy, and with a food coma: - Highlights: beef skewers - Worth trying (recommend sharing with someone, then ordering another dish): the kho (i.e. kuy teav), served "dry" (i.e. pork bone soup on the side) - Honorable mention: morning glory veggie dish Credit accepted. 4.5 stars rounding up. Otherwise the Khmer aunties will get me.

So so good. Blown away by how fresh, clean, and flavorful everything was here!!! The signature…read moresoup was sooo good - had good depth of flavor, tasted clean/ not too oily, was full of lots of quality ingredients, and noodles had great flavor and texture - definitely tasted fresh. In the vermicelli bowl, the grilled pork patty had so much flavor, egg rolls were crispy and loved all the ingredients together. Definitely one of the best Vietnamese food we've had in a while - We couldnt think of anything that would have made it better!.

Came here recently and still enjoyed it. The service is ok but the food is pretty consistent…read more Had the house special noodles and really enjoyed it. Tried the bone broth and it was good and the meat was tender and tasty. Still love their spring rolls even though you don't get a lot of.

Got into Vancouver late on a road trip and so thankful that Mui Ngo Gai is open until 10pm. We…read morepopped it around 9pm and stayed until a few minutes before closing. Food was okay but service was very fast and ambiance is fantastic. We ordered the Cailan and the Tanghoon. The Cailan flavor was good and light but did have some really tough hard to chew pieces. The Tanghoon Seafood was really good but doesn't include a lot of protein.

Saw an Instagram promotion for their weekday lunch specials. Tuesdays was beef pho, a spring roll…read moreand a grass jelly drink for $14.99...so off I went. Mum Ngo Gai is on Kingsway by Victoria and there is plenty of free street parking in and around the area. Ordered the lunch special and the server advised that their weekday lunch promotions are only on until the end of May...good to know. This was my first experience drinking the grass jelly drink...it was light and refreshing. The spring roll was as expected...nice presentation and taste. And the bowl of pho was very large with sliced beef and beef balls. I liked the broth but was not a fan of the noodles...too thick for me. The service was great and it was a positive food experience.

This place is delicious!! I have to recommend the House Special with the peanut butter coconut…read moremilk. That broth was so amazing and something I had not had anything like before. The portions here are generous and everything cam out piping hot. There is a wide selection on the menu as well. The staff was friendly and the overall ambiance of the place is really nice. It is a small restaurant, but there are lots of plants inside and it made for a cozy meal, especially as the weather was overcast and drizzly when we were there. Would highly recommend this place if you are in the area!

Delicious and great service! Food came super fast and the server was super accommodating and…read moreunderstanding with my friends who never had pho before. He was very gracious with all the request.

bun cha ca hoang yen still delivers exactly what it has always been known for: a reliably busy, no…read morefrills spot serving comforting central vietnamese noodle soups and generous rice plates, even after its move and upgrade into a newer space. the highlight remains the bun cha ca. the broth is deeply savoury and aromatic, built around a clear fish based stock with plenty of dill, which gives it that unmistakable herbal lift. it's the kind of soup that tastes layered rather than heavy, with tomato, caramelized onions, and vegetables adding sweetness and depth without overpowering the fish cake. the fish cake is generous, and the noodles have that slightly thick, almost spaghetti like texture that holds onto the broth well. it's a shame they no longer offer the option of a small or large bowl, the portion of noodles and toppings in a single bowl is substantial. the option to have bean sprouts cooked is a thoughtful touch and makes the bowl feel more cohesive and softer overall. the combo set is a solid way to round out the meal. the shrimp salad roll adds freshness and texture contrast, while the vietnamese iced coffee is serviceable, if not particularly memorable. the lemongrass chicken on rice is another strong option, with large portions that easily push the meal into leftovers territory, especially when paired with additional sides like the three bean drink. service remains straightforward, and the restaurant continues to operate on cash or debit only, which keeps things simple but is worth remembering before visiting. overall, the food is still comforting, consistent, and satisfying. it's not trying to be modern or refined, but it doesn't need to be. it's the kind of place people return to for familiar flavours done well, and it's good to see it still busy after all these years.

We ordered three types of noodles. The crab noodle was delicious - different than anything we've…read morehad at a Vietnamese restaurant. The noodles had a nice springy texture - also unique from other Vietnamese noodles we've had. We also had the shrimp rolls - nicely filled with shrimp. However the restaurant was a bit warm - they didn't have on enough AC on a hot day. Nonetheless, would definitely recommend!

One of the best boat noodles ever. I've had a ton of delicious boat noodles in Thailand and in my…read morehomebase in LA (shoutout to Pa Ord) but Fat Mao's boat noodles will have a place in my top 3 at the very least. My partner got braised duck noodles and it was sweet. We also got century old egg and tofu as an app, which was a chilled sweet delight. Gosh, it was so tasty. Interior decor has cool anime artwork plastered throughout. Very homey vibes. Friendly service.

This restaurant is pretty small but it seemed pretty busy and had a bit of a wait. I heard a lot…read moreabout this spot online prior to going but I thought it was just alright. Service was great though and I would def be interested in coming back to try the khao soi Roti w/ curry: 4/5 I liked this but prefer a thicker curry. The roti was pretty good though Braised duck noodle: 3/5 this is one of their most popular dishes and was recommended to us by the waiter. I liked the noodles and the flavor of the broth, but it came out kind of room temperature and the duck was a little more dry than I expected Note: they close for lunch so double check hours before you go

Had a pho noodle soup with satay for lunch and it was sublime. I normally love adding sriracha into…read moremy pho to add some spice, but didn't need to for this one. Spice level was great. A little on the pricey end but it's downtown Vancouver so what do you expect eh. I would come back here every so often for this pho!

Pho Express has opened up several more locations in the past few years and I was pleasantly…read moresurprised to find a new one in downtown Vancouver. Each location's service, food, and ambiance are all very consistent with one another. The food is tasty, quick, and relatively inexpensive, which makes it perfect when you're in a rush somewhere but still want a healthier meal than typical fast food options.

This is one of our go-to Vietnamese restaurants because the food is delicious, the servers are very…read morepleasant, the ambiance is decent, and they offer both free parking and clean restrooms.

dropped by little minh's for lunch with a friend, and at 12:30 pm on a weekday there were still…read moreplenty of tables available. no waiting for a seat, no feeling rushed, just a relaxed dining room where it was easy to settle in and enjoy a leisurely lunch together. the space feels bright, clean, and welcoming, with bold red accent walls, warm wood finishes, modern pendant lighting, and an open kitchen that adds a bit of energy without making the room feel noisy. tables are comfortably spaced apart, making conversation easy, while the mix of regulars, office workers, and friends catching up gives the restaurant a comfortable neighbourhood feel. the service matched the atmosphere: friendly, efficient, and attentive without hovering. our drinks arrived quickly, followed not long after by our meals. to start, i ordered a vietnamese iced coffee. rich, bold, and sweetened with condensed milk, it delivered that familiar creamy kick that's always hard to resist and paired well with the fresh flavours of lunch. i decided on the sauté shrimp vermicelli bowl, featuring peeled (but not deveined) shrimp sautéed with garlic, fish sauce, and red chilies, served over vermicelli noodles with an assortment of fresh vegetables. the bowl arrived looking as fresh as it tasted, colourful ribbons of shredded lettuce, cucumber, pickled carrots and daikon, fragrant herbs, and a generous portion of shrimp over the noodles. the shrimp were tender and nicely seasoned, with the garlic and fish sauce adding plenty of savoury flavour, while the red chilies provided just enough warmth without overpowering the dish. once everything was tossed together, each bite offered a little bit of everything, crisp vegetables, tender shrimp, fresh herbs, and soft vermicelli noodles. it was colourful, healthy, and deeply satisfying while still feeling light enough for lunch. my friend ordered her usual, the grilled chicken salad, and after seeing it arrive, it wasn't hard to understand why she keeps coming back. generous slices of grilled chicken were layered over green and purple cabbage, cucumber, pickled carrots, daikon, fresh herbs, and finished with crispy fried shallots. it looked every bit as fresh and substantial as my bowl, with plenty of texture and colour. little minh's doesn't try to reinvent vietnamese food or chase trends. instead, it focuses on what matters: fresh ingredients, balanced flavours, generous portions, and friendly service. sometimes that's exactly what you're looking for, a comfortable neighbourhood restaurant where the food is consistently good, conversation comes easily, and you leave feeling satisfied rather than weighed down. we were thirsty afterwards though.

The chicken wing is super juicy and tender inside and crispy outside. The sandwich is tasty, and I…read morelike the marinaded pork. The lemongrass beef is good for taste but the texture is a bit dry. I love the lemon grass chicken better. Overall, good taste and chicken dishes are awesome here!

Interesting spot. A Cambodian lady who cooks up Vietnamese food. I must say the "marinated pork"…read morelooked and tasted like canned ham to me. Overall tasted okay. Not a place I'd make a special trip to. Plus the server didn't listen well. Came back to ask my hubby what he ordered and then brought me the wrong food. Double strike.

Stopped by for a quick drink and snack after work and it was a bit hard for me to spit at first as…read moreI walked right by it. But it is a cute and modern spot, definitely feels like it doesn't belong in the street when you are inside...transported to another place. When the lights dim, it feels even more like you are being transported. I liked that about the atmosphere. The staff were super friendly and checked in on us a lot. The girl in training was really nice. Service to me was five star. The food was good. I would say pretty average for the cuisine type, but the selection and pricing was fair. Beautifully plated.

Name changed to Wok n Wings. Gave us our food in take out…read morecontainers even though we were dining in. Didn't have the beef carpaccio, didn't have juice, didn't have carbonated drinks. Watered down mojitos. When we ordered, the host immediately stated they were adding 18% gratuity because of how big our party was. We definitely have no problem giving a tip when the service is at par.