Cash only. Still the beefiest best tasting pho broth in Edmonton, #1 XL is the go to, you get a bit of everything & the tendon is melt in your mouth. read more

I came here for lunch and really enjoyed the pho. The broth had a clean and natural taste that felt carefully prepared. It wasn't too salty, so I could enjoy every sip. The beef slices were tender and cooked nicely in the hot soup. The noodles were smooth and didn't get soggy. Fresh herbs added a pleasant aroma. The portion size was generous but not overwhelming. The restaurant was clean and comfortable. Staff members were polite and efficient. My food arrived quickly. Overall, it was a satisfying meal and I would return again. read more

This pho place surprised me in the best way. The broth tasted like it had been simmered for hours. rich, warm, and satisfying. The noodles stayed firm and didn't stick together. The beef was tender, and the portion was generous for the price. The staff was polite and efficient, making the whole meal smooth and enjoyable. I didn't expect it to be this good, but now it's definitely one of my go-to spots. read more

Tau Bay has been the best pho restaurant in Edmonton for more than a decade. The quality and portion of the food is unbeatable, especially when considering the price. In terms of their pho: the soup is really good, the quality and type of meat they offer is pretty amazing, and the ratio between the noodle and meat is great (so much meat). Overall, I'd give them 9.3/10. read more

When I'm doubt always get the XL! It was $13.33 for XL & $12.38 for a medium. Made the mistake of getting a medium! But I did order the che ba mau so was plentiful by the time I finished! They take cash or etransfer only! Thank goodness for etransfer!! The steak was not the usual thin sliced rare beef but actual thicker cut of beef! Tender was tender! Overall, a satisfying meal!! read more

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Street parking. This place is cash only or e-transfer. Serve pho only, have desserts and drinks menu as well. The pho is good. read more

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Best hole in the wall pho in Chinatown. You walk out without being weighed down by the taste of sodium in the pho. The tea they offer is distinctly different than any other place. The prices are still lower than most places around thw city as they keep their menu simple and focused on pho. Service is always fast and moving so you'll get what you need super fast! read more

Pho Tau Bay - #9 steak flank brisket pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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Simply the best Pho in Edmonton. Be sure to ask for the chili oil as it is incredible. If you love Pho, eat here. Nothing else needs to be said. Cash only. read more

Forgot my topping greens the other day when I got takeout. Went back today for pho and they didn't even give me brisket meat for my pho. The fuck is wrong with this place and its people? Used to be such a good place but now there what? Rationing supplies it looks like. Pathetic read more

The BEST Pho you will ever have, I've been going here for a few months now and they remember mine and my boyfriends orders whenever we come in. Super friendly people and super quick service too! read more

Longing for a good broth of pho in Edmonton! Definitely this is my favourite place in town. I had been trying to dine in at this restaurant. Unfortunately, last July they were closed for holiday and ended me to eat a different SE Asian food which left me disappointment at that time. Broth's taste was actually similar to Indonesian bakso (meatball soup) broth. Clear and meaty taste of broth. Not sweet like the ones that I mostly tasted at pho restaurants in Edmonton which I found overly sweet. Pho Dac Biet is also my usual order. Extra beefballs on the side. Although it was snowing outside, I ordered iced salted plum and the waiter came back and questioned me "you did know salted plum right?" I said, "surely I do that is why I ordered it" Finally I found one pho restaurant that I enjoy after almost 3 years looking for one. read more

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The busy hustle of carts moving frantically to clear tables so that the next table could be sat. Deservedly so as the line fills the front entrance. The aroma of the broth boiling for hours temp your tastebuds. After 15 years, being here, my childhood comes rushing back. Tau bay has always been and always will be a staple of the Chinatown I remember growing up. I take in my first spoonful of broth before I even think of adding anything and the depth and body of the broth caresses every tastebud as an orchestra of flavours fill my senses. It hasn't changed a bit, the old mantra stays true "if it ain't broke don't fix it" The noodles soak up the essence of the broth and yet it is just a simple bowl of rice noodles and cuts of beef. Then how is it a bowl so simple can transcend its basic common denominator. Pagolac was my go to pho restaurant but that has now been replaced with this place. I hope to come here often and more frequently, to be honest I don't remember why I ever forgot. read more

Pho Tau Bay - No. 1 - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

A SOLID 4.5 STARS! If you're looking for a good bowl of pho, Pho Tau Bay is for you! Pho Tau Bay ONLY specializes in pho noodle soup so don't expect a large menu filled with rice dishes or appetizers. THIS PLACE ONLY ACCEPTS CASH SO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SOME. I ordered the Pho Tai (rare steak) in a small bowl which was around $8. This is some of the best pho I've had, the broth is flavorful without being too salty or oily, the meat is tender, the noodles can be a little clumped together but its still good. The onions/greens that come in a bowl are a little limited but the bean sprouts/mint are abundant! The area is similar to a larger alleyway with other shops/restaurants nearby parking can be found on the curb alongside the restaurant. Overall a good, hearty meal that is very very affordable! Would recommend this place if you're in Calgary and looking for good pho. Don't forget the cash! :-) read more

Pho Tau Bay - Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Ah, Tau Bay, this visit is long overdue. It must be over two years since I've had a taste of your glorious pho. So much has changed since then and by so much, I mean that the istaubayopen.com website no longer exists (RIP buddy). I don't know a better way to have a cult following then to have a website dedicated solely to that! Someone please rekindle the magic? I've tried to go a few days and they always seem to be closed randomly. Plus, they have the most bizarre hours - we went on a Tuesday for dinner and they close at 6:30pm. WHAT? Even then, there were people piling in for last call. I guess when you're that popular and the price is right ($9.05 for an XL, $8.20 for a medium), you can do whatever you want. If you've never been before, shame on you. It's a staple in Edmonton for a reason. The place is bare Vietnamese minimalism but let's be serious, you're only there for one thing and one thing only. Just make sure to bring cash and you're golden. Service is friendly and fast, your bowl comes out in 5 minutes tops. - Dac biet (#1) ($9.05 extra large) - special combo with steak, flank, well-done tendon and tripe. Essentially, you're smorgasbord of meat - you get a bit of everything. Let's talk about the broth - fragrant, aromatic, and not oily, greasy or over salted. Just divine. It also has the perfect balance of sweetness to it that just puts the broth into over-the-top goodness. Dinomite. - Tai, nam, gau (#9) ($9.05 extra large) - my buddy had the steak, well-done tendon and brisket pho. Essentially the same but with slightly different types of meat in it. It was his first time trying Tau Bay's pho and he's a big fan. Great spot to grab a hot, tasty bowl of pho for an extremely reasonable price. You seriously can't go wrong, other than coming on a day/evening when they are closed. Roll the dice and hope you get lucky (or you could use that thing called a telephone to check beforehand). read more

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I have been at Pho Tau Bay several times and so far food's always 5 stars, very consistent flavor. Service is quick, the servers are good and they know their menu very well. Good place for kids that like just few ingredients, good place for adults, food for a cold or hot day. There are no tons of options but what they have tasted really good! Clean, organized and with good lighting. As I'm sure somebody else already mentioned, this is a cash-only type or restaurant so you have to keep that in mind before ordering! This is a good place to visit anytime. read more

Pho Tau Bay came highly recommended by other lovers of pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) in Edmonton. After all, this is truly a pho house - there is nothing else on the menu, other than beverages. The dining area looks like a cafeteria out of the 70s, complete with a tiled floor, and the seating is very basic - only tables, no booths. The place fills quickly during lunch hour. There are around 20 different kinds of pho served here, with two size options. The pricing is lower than other Vietnamese places in the area. My medium bowl cost only a little more than $6 while my companion's large bowl was a mere $7. I added an iced Vietnamese coffee to my meal for $3.50. I ordered steak and well done brisket. Well done steak was my friend's choice. As is typical, our soups were served steaming hot a few minutes later, with a generous portion of bean sprouts and herbs to the side. My soup had plenty of noodles, but could have had more meat. There were only a few pieces of brisket, served as one centimeter cubes, most of which sunk to the bottom of the bowl to be retrieved towards the end of my meal. Usually, the meat in pho is served sliced (with the exception of beef balls) so I found this to be unusual, but tasty nonetheless. The steak was served medium, and cooked quickly in the hot broth. Again, there could have been more, but what was there was lean and tender. The broth was seasoned slightly differently than past pho experiences, but it was definitely flavourful. As far as my friend was concerned, he had no complaints. I did notice that a piece or two of his well-done steak was actually still pink when it arrived at our table. However, it darkened very quickly. The coffee was a great way to end the meal, and wasn't too strong, as it sometimes can be. Inexpensive, fast, and reasonably good, I am not surprised Pho Tau Bay is such a popular destination for soup lovers. read more

If you're looking for a pho place that serves up consistently good pho, and quick - with no fanfare, then look no further. Pho Tau Bay has been ranked one of the best places for your pho fix for many years, and rightly so - their broth is delicious and their service quick. It will be busy if you venture out around the dining hours - but the change over in tables is quick enough that you shouldn't have to wait too long. The establishment is very basic. You mark down your order on the paper provided. The food comes before you can come back from washing your hands. Eat. Pay cash. Leave. read more

Pho Tau Bay - Steak and tendon - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

The boyfriend has told me about this Pho place that is only open during business hours. I don't know if that is the case, but this place is certainly busy. This has got to be the best Pho I've tried here in Edmonton so far, still doesn't compare to my Richmond standards, but pretty dang good. Service is fantastic and super quick. We were seated and served less than 2 minutes after our order was taken. This place only accepts cash, so make sure you have some on hand before you go in. read more

Pho Tau Bay - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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I'm biased. I run the "infamous" http://istaubayopen.com/ and have been patronizing this establishment for years. So, it's no surprise I give it 5 stars because it has yet to disappoint me. I've occasionally strayed to try other pho in the city, but I always feel like I'm cheating on a lover when I do. The grass isn't greener, people! When you have the best, you should stick around. The broth is very savory, unlike some places where there's a strange sweet aftertaste. Not here: piled high with noodles and generous servings of meat, the best part is that the experience is very consistent day after day. There's just something about that broth... Service is swift and nice. Not an upscale restaurant by any means, but stop being a snob already and visit this pho-only establishment. read more

Pho Tau Bay - A shot of #1 special - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

When I've got a hankering for a bowl of Vietnamese noodle soup Tau Bay is the spot that I head to first. My first visit was back in my junior high days when a girlfriend of mine introduced me to it, and memories of that meal still come back to me each time I visit. When you walk into the restaurant the first thing that hits you is the smell of the fragrant broth used in each bowl of their noodle soup. Tau Bay Restaurant serves only variations of pho noodle soup (and drinks) and nothing else - they've focused on their one specialty and execute it well every time. The pho here comes in twenty different variations, all different depending on combinations of meat in the bowl. Each bowl comes in a medium ($7.50) or large ($8.50) size garnished with cilantro, green onion and onion slices, served with a plate of bean sprouts, lime wedges, Thai basil and Thai red chilies. It's the standard fixins you get with your pho, and the pricing is on par with other Vietnamese restaurants in Chinatown. What I find sets Tau Bay apart from the rest is the broth. The broth is fragrant, has a meaty depth to it and has just the right amount of fat that makes it smooth but not overly oily. There is a delicate sweetness to the broth that I really enjoy and the combination of herbs they use just suits my palate. The rice noodles are cooked to a nice al dente consistency and every bite is great down to the very last drop of soup. The staff are friendly, and like many other restaurants, you don't get much service. But for a restaurant where I just want to stop by to warm up quick with a bowl of noodle soup, Tau Bay Restaurant fits the bill. read more

Pho Tau Bay - Best pho! - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Ok Yelpers, you got me hyped up for Pho Tau Bay, but as you can tell by the star rating, I found this place fairly average. Smelled great coming in, but in practice the flavour was mild, average, not layered and fragrant - my brother makes better pho! I really felt my experience here was akin to any Pho Hoa. Average pho plus minimal selection, all the same broth with whatever mix of meat, very meh. The teas and sodas that came out looked interesting, though we did not try any. The service was very friendly and very, very fast. The lack of any sides (pho only!) is a minus in my books. $14.40 for two medium pho, not a great deal to be honest. My hunt for the best pho in Edmonton continues... read more

The insanely positive Yelp reviews led me to this place in Chinatown during my time in Edmonton. It was located in a rather sketchy area of the city, especially given the fact there's a homeless shelter a block away. Interior is quite basic, and it is a cash only place. Their menu is also basic, covering only the staples of pho. I had the medium #3, which was the well done flank, tendon, and tripe, as well as an iced lemon tea. The food and drink came out very fast, and I was out the door within 20 minutes. The portions are exactly what you expect for medium, and the prices were very reasonable. The noodles were certainly fresh, and the broth was tasty (without the overpowering MSGness). I also really liked the flank and tripe; the tendon not as much, but still good. Service is as expected with these establishments, but you come here for the food, not service. And with that this place certainly delivered. read more

I was very excited to try out Pho Tau Bay after posting the question here on Yelp - where is the best pho in the city? - and more than a few people suggesting this place, combined with their very good reviews. The restaurant was bigger than I expected for some reason, with quite a few tables. It wasn't busy when we got there, so we had our pick of where to sit. Decor is sparse, but the place seems clean. The menu has a whole page of pho to choose from, and another page with drinks. Sizes are M ($6.70) and XL... what happened to L? I got a medium flank and brisket and Dave got a medium flank, steak and brisket. As usual, our soup came out pretty quickly. I noticed that the broth tasted a little clearer... maybe less oily than other places. I like a lot of noodles in my pho, and it didn't seem like there were as many in my bowl. I definitely noticed there was much less meat than the pho I've had elsewhere. I also noticed the cubed brisket - strange. Service was standard for the type of place. I did find something strange. I decided to be adventurous and order a drink called a salty lemonade. I've never had one before, so I thought why not! When the guy brought it out from the back, he started to walk towards us, kind of pause, and then brought it over. He went on to ask if that's what we actually ordered and if we were sure we wanted it, if we'd ever had it before, etc. He said he wouldn't recommend it, so we got something else instead. I get that maybe this drink tastes different from anything I've had before, but I made the choice to order it, and the way he approached it was a little condescending. "Maybe just get a regular lemonade instead" They don't bring you a bill - you just go up to the counter and pay when you're done. Pretty sure the menu said $2.25 for the drink and he charged me $3.00. Whatever. This place was alright, but I prefer Pho King, and there are still a few more pho places in the city that I want to try. Cash only. read more

Pho Tau Bay - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

This place specializes in one thing, PHO! And the prices are Reasonable, any Large Bowl of Pho is just under $11 Be aware, they don't sell any alcohol. Make sure to bring Ca$h, as they do not accept Debit or Credit Cards. read more

I felt like pho today and my nephew recommended Pho Tau Bay in Edmonton's Chinatown. We arrived slightly after they opened. Tea is immediately brought out instead of water which is very NICE. The menu is fairly short but I found it hard to understand. Perhaps that's the price of authenticity. Everything seemed to be a combination of three things so what was the difference? Our waiter struggled with English so he couldn't help much so he just said number 9 is popular. I dutifully ordered the number 9. Service was very fast and all I had to do was glance at him and he would come over. It would have been nice if there was more English on the menu to help differentiate between the various soups. Now that I've been here once I can order somewhat easier next time. Basically you choose the size of the bowl (medium or large) and then the main ingredients. Spices are at the table. They first brought out a large plate of bamboo shoots to add to the soup. Our bowls came out very quickly. The broth was delicious so I had no trouble finishing a large bowl. Parking is free (don't tell the City) and plentiful. I can see why this place is so highly rated. I can certainly recommend Pho Tau Bay to anyone who wants a great pho experience. Hopefully your server will speak a little more English than ours (although he seemed very nice in what he could say). read more

Pho Tau Bay - Each table gets a plate of sprouts, basil and hot peppers to add to the soup. - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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This was the first Pho place ever I attainder 25 years ago. It is very authentic but very tasteful and never ever disappoints.

I heard that this place serves some pretty good pho, so of course I had to try it out for myself. I arrived around 1 pm and it wasn't too busy inside. The service was super fast. From the time I ordered to when the pho arrived at the table was less than 3 minutes. Their menu is very limited with only different types of soup noodles. No rice dishes, no dry noodles or spring rolls either. I guess they only specialize in pho. But this pho place is not worth it. The broth was not tasty enough and their assorted beef toppings were sliced quite thin and skimpy. I asked for fish sauce to put in my pho and the waitress told me that they didn't have fish sauce. Have you heard of a Vietnamese restaurant that does not have fish sauce? More upsetting, she told me to use the hoisin sauce for the soup...Unbelievable! that's all I have to say. read more

Pho Tau Bay - pho dat biet - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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The need for good pho brought me back to Tau Bay. As mentioned before, they serve pho and nothing else. It was 4pm in the afternoon and the place was nearly full, a true sign of a good pho joint. Decor wise, the artificial fish tank was still there, the rusted windows frames were still there, the holes on the wall were still there; exactly what you would expect from a pho joint in Chinatown. The place is a little dirtier than I remembered, even though it was 4pm, it looked like the lunch rush was just finished and the crew hadnt had time to clean up yet. Service wise, it is faster than ordering at McDonalds, the pho is at my table within 3 minutes of me ordering. You really cannot complain about the speed at all. Ordered a large #1 special pho,"special" is code word for a little bit of everything in the pho. Broth wise, nice light amber colour, clear, flavourful, a perfect balance between beef flavour and spices; imho, the best in the city still. Topping wise, it is almost over generous, I ran out of pho but there were still lots of meat/broth left. Condiments, all of the usual suspects were there, sprouts, fresh red chili, hoisin, saracha, basil and Sate. There is something about the Sate Tau Bay use, it is unusually flavourful, spicy with tons of shallot/garlic flavors, I like it. Would I bring a date here on a first date... absolutely not; I probably wouldn't even bring my germaphobic coworker here. But for hardcore pho lovers, this is a must visit place. As long as I ignore the decor, I can continue rate it 5 stars; probably have to downgrade them to a 3 or a 4 if I take cleaniness and decor into consideration as well. read more

Pho Tau Bay - A large #1 Special Pho - a little bit of everything. - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

very tasty beef noodle soup. Best in Edmonton.

The Pho is extremely delicious. Came here like last week now I'm back again. They got chicken pho which is not common in many pho places. Try it out it's read more

Pho Tau Bay - Chicken pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Gonna say something controversial but its d truth. This pho place makes Calgary look bad. D soup is legit!!! - from a Calgary pho addict read more

This Vietnamese restaurant serves only pho and needless to say, the pho was excellent. I went on a Saturday evening and it wasn't busy at all. Service was great - servers were friendly and super quick! Pho was out within minutes after we put in our order. I ordered the large #1 (the fully loaded special) for $9.75. The noodles were cooked just right, the meat and tendon was fresh and tender, and the broth has depth and a rich flavour. Even the basil and bean sprouts was very fresh. Only downside is they don't serve any other dishes other than pho (and drinks). No vermicelli or spring rolls etc. Cash only (no credit/debit) read more

Pho Tau Bay - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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EXCELLENT... what else can be said... Found this restaurant through Yelp... Pho is good, broth very tasty, excellent service. A must try... read more

So delicious and authentic tasting. Extremely flavourful. Try the spicy sate beef soup and the onion cakes!

Finally got in to Tau Bay to check out their famed Pho and I can say, believe the hype! Super good bowl or pho. The broth is what sets is apart from many other delicious pho's in this city. Its fragrant and lush to the nose and mouth. Its not oily, it's got a wonderful clean taste. The noodles are nice and dense, they have a good bite to them and easily scoop up with chopsticks. The meat was also superb. Tender and flavourful and not a hint of gristle. Chopped green onion, white onion and cilantro are options that add the extra edge to Tau Bay being a pho heavyweight. As others have said, be prepared as they serve pho and only pho. Don't go looking for any fancy green onion cakes or salad rolls. They do the one thing and they do it like champions. Cash only, modest but clean decor, parking out front. But who cares about these things when the the pho is this good. read more

This is my absolutely favorite Pho restaurant in Edmonton. I love their broth and noodle. I enjoy going here for their excellent Pho and the local atmosphere that the place offers. My favorite is #17 chicken pho with lots of sprouts and basil - yummy! read more

Pho Tau Bay - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Great value, consistent with quality and taste, and hands-down, best Pho broth in the city! Most pho places, to my understanding, use flavour enhancing powders (that you can purchase from most Asian supermarkets) in the broth. Tau Bay, according to one of the owner's friends, creates the savoury, rich taste from scratch with raw materials: beef bones and briskets. Having been to more than 30 different Pho places between Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton and Toronto, Tau Bay definitely has the best Vietnamese noodle soup. If you like your soup a bit spicy, their home-made chill oil is also to die for. It adds to the flavour of the broth very well. You might be wondering why I've only rated 4 stars if i LOVE it so much. This is a good time for me to clarify my position on all my reviews. Aside from the food, I tend to rate my overall dining experience in every place I visit, and the only drawback for me with Tau Bay is the payment option. I like, and have always preferred, to pay with cards rather than cash. There have been times when lack of cash deterred me from enjoying a nice bowl of Tau Bay pho. read more

Wow. I have had pho at many a restaurant but I have never found a place so consistent in flavour, presentation and speed of service. Go and experience it for yourself. You will be back. I think the key to their success is their focus on one thing and one thing only: soup. Simple menu, cash only, soup comes out in seconds. The broth is so flavourful, low in salt and very little if any fat/oil. Friendly staff, very clean facility. Love it. It is my new go-to lunch. read more

Pho Tau Bay - Greatest pho in Edmonton! - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Our fave pho spot in Edmonton by far. Best beef broth in town...add some of their excellent home made satay sauce, and you have some serious Asian comfort food. They don't have bum bo hue or vermicelli or even spring rolls...this shop sticks to what they know, and that is an epic bowl of beef broth pho. read more

Fast, delicious pho! Ordering is made super easy with a tiny menu that you just mark your order off on to. Service is swift. Tea is brought to your table within a couple of minutes, your menu is taken almost as soon as you are done filling it out, and pho arrives, steaming hot, to your table in less than 5 minutes. Perfect for when you need your pho fix asap. The broth is incredibly good. Very light, yet still flavourful. You barely even need to add in sauces, it's that good. Portioning is great. Lots of meat. A medium is the perfect size to fill me up. I can finish the entire bowl and feel just the right amount of full. The only con to this place is that it's cash only, so be sure to hit up an ATM before stopping in. read more