Pho Bac

First time been here and first time trying North Pho noodle. I was not sure if it was the exact taste of North Pho, so gave it a try, the soup was not salted, not too much flavor compared to other Pho I tried. It was ok. Fast service. I ordered a Special Pho (M size) and 1 combo of beef pho + 1 spring roll. I paid cash and was charged without tax, of course I tipped. The price was pretty not bad. Would recommend.

Food was fantastic. Very authentic. They had a few employees who spike English so no issue with communication. Cost with tip was CAD 69 for two pho bowls, a shrimp vermicelli bowl and a pork vermicelli bowl. They have gluten free choices but it's mostly limited to pho or the soup options.

Large Filling Portions, Poor Service Going to restaurants and trying new foods is a way to immerse myself in new cultures, and after years of being urged by a friend to try out Pho, I caved in and went to Pho Băc. Upon arrival, we sat quickly and, within minutes, were given some starters. Our server for the day from the beginning of our time there till the end seemed annoyed or disinterested, and when I asked for some information regarding some menu items, he seemed to be annoyed and just nodded to anything we asked for. Aside from the service, the food was okay, and the 5 sauce and spring roll combo were lovely, however. The main let a lot to be desired, the sauces provided were decent but it didn't feelvlike there wa a tonnof flavour. I appreciate the large portions and competitive pricing of the menu options, which is rare in this economy.

Restaurant with around 30 tables on bld. St Laurent since 27 years. The little details count to maintain a loyal and satisfied clientele in these crisis times, knowing that I have tried ALL the tonkinoise restaurants in St Laurent (in the surroundings of the quartier chinois) and this is my prefered spot. There is also a big variety of other Vietnamese dishes. This is one of the rare places that includes tea, which is more than enough for one person. It can be repeated as needed. But also each table has its own napkin dispenser, without being stingy and having to ask for another one every time, as is the habit everywhere in these days of economic restrictions. And since the specialty is tonkinoise and my favorite dish (a medium beef is $16), it is abundant, tasty and well seasoned bouillon. With large portions of meat, dressings, according to specialty, in a pleasant, bright and clean place. By now, the parking spots are very rare, for the street reparations. I have always been lucky because the waiters have been diligents, helpful and available. For all this, I return every time I visit Old Montreal... !

I ordered Phở nạm / well-done beef pho. The taste was surprisingly okay. My only complaint would be that the beef didn't have enough fats 🙁 (way too lean, actually). The broth was light like Northern Pho, obviously the taste wasn't there yet but def acceptable. Really optimal for quick & feel good lunch. The service was really efficient, I ordered when I got seated and got my bowl of Pho ~2 minutes later. You paid at the front. The restaurant was crowded when I was there. The order lady does speak broken English & French if this is your concern.

Just had a nice bowl of pho. The beef was wicked tender & plentiful. The guy was funny & front lady was nice.

Pho Bac has become my go-to place ever since after the pandemic . I didn't know why I discovered this place sooner, maybe because its not so cool decor , my bad , my bad! The spicy beef pho ( 顺化牛肉粉bun bo hue) with extra spicy chili oil is my favorite of all time ! Remember, ask for extra spicy if you like hot and nice pho just like me ! It reminds me of Sichuan food somehow, full of flavors and spicy oil, just so ! Good! The special pho , aka the classic, is just tasty and classic! Some days, if I'm feel like something lighter, I'll order a classic pho, sip a couple of spoon soups, then add hoisin sauce and siracha spicy sauce aside, eat with a little pho noodles and a piece of thin beef together! So good! The service is ..emmm...super fast but doesn't feel like a service. You know what I mean. At this kind of restaurant, all it matters is the Food !

The taste is good with the right price. Parking can be tricky. But paid parking lots are available nearby. There are usually a line up to be seated during peak hours.