Came here twice during my Toronto trip last month - and both times were overall solid experiences…read more Place was very clean and bright, however I find the tables a little tight, especially when you have large winter jackets to deal with. Service was relatively fast despite it being very busy. Team was friendly and knowledgeable. However, the second time i was there, my bun bo hue toke way longer to arrive, the table was halfway done there meals when my bowl finally arrived. A little bit of communication would have been nice, just got the "it's coming" the two times I asked about where it was, no timeline or anything. Spring rolls were kind of bland, no real flavour - however the crunchiness hits the spot. Bun bo hue when it arrives is truly amazing! The perfect amount of spice - makes you sweat a bit without killing you - you can still taste everything you're eating! I do prefer Toronto's Pho Anh Vu over the Vancouver location, somehow the Bun Bo Hue doesn't hit the same over here.

I've read great reviews on Pho Anh Vu so I decided to give it a try. The server was funny and…read moreentertaining which made our visit fun. The place is quite small and they get busy so expect some crowding. The food was delicious and had exceptional flavour and quality. My partner and I had the Bun Bo Hue (5/5) and the Grilled Pork and Chicken on Broken Rice (5/5). Bun Bo Hue was filled with meat and blood pudding. It was not as spicy as I had hoped it would be but the flavour profile was irresistibly good. Grilled Pork and Chicken on Broken Rice had ample portions of meat. They were tender and juicy. As I mentioned, the place gets busy and packed. We were a group of 8 and I tried to book a reservation a couple of days prior to our visit. To our disappointment, they did not accept reservations at all. The wait time was quite long since we were such a big group. This was quite hectic and stressful for the servers. Hopefully this can be considered in the future for big groups (8 people and above) to make the service smoother.

Pho Friendly 18 in Vaughan offers an inviting atmosphere with an authentic Vietnamese feel. I was…read moreimpressed by their Pho, which had a robust, flavorful broth and tender beef that melted in my mouth. The freshness of the herbs and vegetables added the perfect balance, and the side of fried tofu with chili dipping sauce was a delightful extra. The crispy texture of the tofu, paired with the refreshing salad and dipping sauce, was a great complement to the pho. The service was friendly and prompt, and the ambiance was cozy yet bustling, making it a great spot for a casual meal. If you're craving delicious Vietnamese comfort food, this place won't disappoint!

What a lovely find in the Woodbridge area. This is a very comfy, spacious Vietnamese restaurant…read more Service was excellent and food was great. I highly recommend the vermicelli bowls as they give a very generous amount of meat. The Bo La Lop was delicious and sizing oh so generous. Pho was good with lots of meat, however I find the soup a bit on the saltier side. Overall, would definitely come again to try their other menu items.

Came for a Sunday lunch on a rainy day, as I was craving a bowl of hot noodles. I ordered the beef…read moretendon pho, which I appreciated being an option as it is sometimes hard to find. The beef tendons were tender and soft, and paired so nicely with the flavourful broth and soft noodles. My partner got the lemongrass pork and liked the dish. I stole a price of the spring roll and it was so crispy. Will come again when the craving hits.

Service. Food taste. Cleanliness. I keep coming back here because the broth is still the richest…read moreand tastiest Pho broth around. You can taste the difference slow cooked (10hrs) broth makes! You know the headache symptoms you get when you eat food filled with MSG? I don't get that here, but I get it at many other Pho places. I will keep coming back for the large Pho, a Banh Mi/Main and an appetizer. Pho Real.

It's been a good run at this local staple…read more Pho Metro is one of the more well-known pho spot in Vaughan with tasty flavors, fast service and large portions. Ever since I discovered the spicy Curry Brisket Pho ($20.95), it has always been my go-to dish here all year-round. As creamy and thick as the broth appears, the intense Thai coconut curry flavours are perfect to slurp down in this modern fusion dish. We always order Pho Nam (XL $21.50) as well and both come loaded with a heaping portion of brisket slices in the piping hot noodle soup. From time-to-time, we also add the Banh Xeo savoury egg pancake which arrives on a huge plate even larger than the noodle bowls. Presented with a heap of greens & herbs, the crispy golden crepe is light and filled with bits of shrimp, pork, onions & bean sprouts. This is wrapped with the lettuce leaf for crunchy and refreshing bites. The menu prices have slowly but steadily increased over the past couple of years. There is still cash discount available. Not much has changed with the decor over the years in this spacious but dated restaurant interior. Service is always kind, fast and kid-friendly which is nice for young families. Skip it or hit it? I admit we don't visit as often as we used to all factors considered but boy that Curry Brisket Pho is something I crave.

The storefront is very ordinary, just sitting by the side of the road. We came for weekend lunch,…read moreand it was pretty busy during lunchtime. Shrimp and Pork Rice Paper Rolls - The shrimp, pork, and lettuce were wrapped on the very outside, but the inside was just fully stuffed with rice noodles. I had to take out most of the noodles, otherwise I would have been too full. Chicken Wings - Just those standard, regular friend chicken wings. By the way I didn't see any sticky rice that was mentioned on the menu? House Special Noodle Soup - Meat lovers' choice. I'm not a big fan of pho (always feel like there's too much MSG in it), so I can't really give a fair review on this one. Service was good. Overall, it was a pretty average dining experience - nothing really special. Food (quality, creativity, consistency) - 2.7/5 Drinks (quality, variety) - NA/5 Ambience (interior design, cleanliness) - 3/5 Service (courtesy, knowledge, timeliness) - 3/5 Value (quality vs. price) - 3.3/5 ($$) OVERALL - 3

The drinks from the Bambū side are a bit on the pricier side, but they're packed with flavor. We…read morewent for two large drinks, and one was practically a dessert in itself. The Mangonada was refreshing, tangy, and had a bit of heat, while the tamarind candy straw added a chewy surprise between sips. The Halo Halo was topped with creamy ube ice cream, which melted nicely into the drink as you mixed it in. It was a little tricky to mix at first since it was filled to the brim, but the combination of textures, sweetness, and nuttiness was fantastic without ever feeling overwhelming. Having the option to enjoy Bambū's unique drinks makes this location stand out. We thoroughly enjoyed everything and didn't leave a single crumb behind!

I've always known about this place but never tried it. But the day has finally come…read more I tried out their Che Ba Mau dessert. It has all the classic ingredients, but it doesn't seem like the authentic Vietnamese dessert. However, it still tasted good and I enjoyed it. I'd say the biggest con was the price, it's pretty expensive. I've never paid this much for Che Ba Mau - coming from a viet person. Service was okay. There's seating and it's decorated nicely. 3.5/5

Very delicious meals for vegan people Very good service and…read morestaff Highly recommend Lots of variety

Located in an industrial area, parking is a bit limited as there are other businesses operating in…read morethe same plaza but in the evening it should be okay to park. We came here around 7pm and there was no wait time surprisingly. The fresh spring rolls didn't taste very fresh. It tasted premade and set aside since the wrap was a bit stiff. The peanut sauce was delicious, however I would skip this. The fried spring roll, was also not the best. The filling is dense and lacked flavour. The stars of the show: P1: NY's special: Broth tasted so rich and delicious, lots of beef and beef balls. 100% worth coming back and getting. I would suggest getting the M size unless you are super hungry the portion size for a L is huge! P9: Braised beef short rib pho, meat is falling off the bone delicious. Only comes in one size, broth tasted much richer than the P1 with different flavours. It's definitely worth trying atleast once. Overall, would come back for pho and to try other items. Skip the rolls altogether.

Well kept secret…read more. Very deceiving look from outside. You step in, you will feel a tropical touch with amazing food and very generous quantity Pricing is a bit higher than the typical Vietnamese restaurants- you will surely get your moneys worth Friendly folks who take good care of their customers

PHO128 is one of my go-to Vietnamese pho restaurants. It's consistently excellent, maintaining the…read moreexpected standard each time I visit. Beef pho and spring rolls remain my recommended classics. The broth is refreshing, with a perfect balance of sour, sweet, salty, and spice flavors--neither too strong nor too weak, making it smooth and enjoyable to drink. The beef slices are of moderate thickness, tender and juicy when cooked; the rice noodles are smooth and springy, a perfect complement to the broth. The spring rolls are lightly fried, and the dipping sauce is perfectly balanced between sweet and sour, creating an overall harmonious flavor. The environment is clean and bright, suitable for quick meals or gatherings with friends. The service is relaxed and doesn't disrupt the dining experience, nor does it slow down the food delivery. The prices are reasonable, making it a reliable Vietnamese pho option that I'll definitely return to--one I won't be disappointed with.

Great tasting Vietnamese food at decent price…read more B6: Lemongrass pork and chicken with spring rolls

Food was good with many sauces and toppings to add on - loved the pickled garlic!…read more The service took a while to call over the server, but to be fair, there was only 2 people working at once. When visiting the toilet, the person before said that it could not be flushed and there was only one stall so I was not able to use the washroom fully. Finally, the tea tasted a bit particular, with a bit of taro/pandan aromatics? Which is not my cup of tea (haha)

Vietnoms has gotten so popular these days that I don't make an attempt to go on the weekends prime…read moretime as there is often a wait or you may get a cramped seat at the counter if you don't want to wait as long. Best to go on weekdays to get a better chance for seating. Recently tried a couple new items on their off menu including the curry beef noodle (fried egg noodles on top), these crispy triangle shaped rolls (forgot the name) maybe pork and crap roll? Then followed up with something I've gotten before the dry chicken pho noodle salad. The curry beef with the crispy egg noodles reminds me of khao soi though there is less of a coconut flavour and more salty and savoury. I don't usually have curry Vietnamese style so I didn't know what to expect. But we found it a little too salty and also I personally prefer my curry a little sweeter like Japanese or coconut-ish like Thai or HK style curries. It's good, just not to our palate. It's a generous portion so we took it home and actually used the remaining curry broth to make a tasty stew with other ingredients and a touch of marinara sauce and it turned out really tasty! The crispy triangles rolls we had were fantastic and I like the side of fresh greens with it. Dry chicken pho noodle salad is always good. I like that they provide the broth of beef balls on the side so you can always enjoy it with the broth if you like. I think the extra broth with beef balls only happens for dine-in though because I have taken out that same dish before and I don't remember them including the extra broth on the side. The other time we also tried their shaking beef (comes with a fried egg on top) with rice and ordered the tapioca seafood and pork noodle soup - look through my later photos for reference. I don't think we'll order the shaking beef again but the tapioca noodle soup would be in rotation. Love that they are always experimenting with different dishes and I'm always excited to try something new here from their off-menu dishes.

I've seen all the rave reviews for this place And…read moreI really wanted to give it a 5 star or at least a 4 star rating But I have settled on a 3 star rating, only because the 2 male employees (1 looking like the owner) were phenomenal and gave excellent service. However The food I ordered didn't live up to the hype. We ordered 1. The sizzling meat plate with baguette 2. Banh Mi Dip (beef banh mi with a soup dip) 3. Small fried spring rolls Now, maybe I came in with overly high expectations. I've seen some reviews raving about these menu items But I was very disappointed in the dishes. The sizzling meat plate was actually not sizzling and was Luke warm. (Although flavours were not bad). The banh mi sandwich was kinda soggy even without dipping yet. And The fried spring rolls tasted like they were bought and frozen and not handmade. (I could be wrong but if I am, then that's even worse) All in all I won't be back, sorry But If you do go, maybe you will have a better experience with the food 3 stars is the best I can give, given it is a local spot and deserves all the support from Yelpers. Sorry again, just not my cup of tea, (literally)