Kieran Ross
Went with a friend and neither of us were hungry enough for a bowl each. Was thankful for the option that we could share a large! It was really nice.
We had the Steak, Brisket and Tripe Pho (i think…) and it was delicious, everything tasted amazing and was super nice to eat. Pho is very nice on a cold day like today. We also ordered spring rolls, which also happened to be very delicious!
Staff were super duper respectful and attentive. Incredible! I hope you all get the praise you deserve.
If you like Pho, definitely check this place out!
… moreMadison Hallock
Original Pho is absolutely wonderful; both the service and the food are outstanding. There’s an incredible variety on the menu, with so many options that it gives us a reason to keep coming back and trying something new every time. The flavours truly remind us of being home in Vietnam, which makes the experience even more special. It’s a great spot for a date, the service is impressively fast, and everything feels thoughtfully done. Could not recommend this place enough.
… moreRadhika Jangra
Had a great experience at Original Pho Eatery—the atmosphere was welcoming and the service was excellent. Easily one of the best places for Vietnamese food. Highly recommend if you’re in Victoria.
NOTE: We visited around noon, place was full, so possibilities you might have to wait for table few minutes!!
… moreJason Wong
All items that I’ve tried have been very delicious. Service is consistently good, even when they’re super busy. Deserves 5 stars.
… moreSean L
I’ve always loved Vietnamese pho and have tried countless restaurants over the years, but if I had to pick my top three, this place would definitely be one of them.
I live in Vancouver, so I can’t come here often, but while working in Langford, I visited five times and that’s enough to make me write this review.
Even on a weekday around 1 PM, there’s usually a wait, and honestly, I almost don’t want to make it more famous. But based on my experience, it truly deserves the praise.
The broth has a deep, rich beef flavor that blends perfectly with the gentle sweetness of thinly sliced onions. Sometimes the onion sweetness can overpower the broth at other places, but not here. the balance is spot on.
The noodles are just the right thickness and portion so they absorb the broth beautifully without getting soggy.
The rare beef is fresh and tender, the brisket has just enough fat to give it a full flavor without being greasy, and the tendon is soft yet pleasantly chewy. Altogether, every bite stays consistent until the very end—nothing runs out too soon, not the noodles, not the meat, not the broth.
The service is always friendly without being intrusive, and I appreciate that they don’t come over too often while you’re eating. The thick napkins, clean utensils, and neat, simple decor all add to the pleasant dining atmosphere.
Whenever I visit Vancouver Island, this will definitely be a must-stop spot for me. I just hope that next time, even if the price goes up, the flavor stays the same.
… moreKowmi Sella
This is our go-to pho spot the place we keep coming back to without even thinking. They’ve got a different variety of authentic Vietnamese dishes, and every few weeks they surprise us with some kind of special dish or drink. Their Salted Ice Coffee and Crab Noodle Soup are an absolute must try. If you haven’t been yet….go. Your future self will thank you.
… moreBe MyFood Memories
Probably the most delicious & authentic Vietnamese dishes I have ever tried in this year
Steak, Brisket, Tendon & Tripe Pho $19 (Large)
Garlic Pork Salad Roll $6.5
Served with Peanut Sauce
Grilled Lemongrass Pork, Shredded Pork and Fried Roll $21
☕️ complimentary hot tea
… moreAlex Pasek
Original Pho is one of, if not the best, Pho and Vietnamese in Victoria! Friendly and fast service with amazing food. The tripe and tendon are amazing in their “Original Pho” and the portions are generous. An absolute staple of a restaurant and somewhere I take people from out of town for the amazing Pho!
If going with a larger group phone ahead for a reservation as the restaurant is popular and has smaller tables (which they can push together to accommodate large groups)
… moreParis Ploegman
Best Vietnamese food on the island, maybe in Canada. Exceptional pho (can’t stress enough about the broth), incredible rice/vermicelli dishes, and the ever changing weekend special keeps me coming back on a weekly basis. The staff are so incredibly nice, accommodating, and helpful. We love them!! The broth is amazing, the toppings are plentiful, the prices are stellar. The seating is spacious and comfortable (although sometimes of a wait because of how popular the place gets), the music is always banging. It’s clear the food is made with love and passion and the staff genuinely have fun and care about each other. Sometimes if you listen close you can hear the kitchen staff having fun hehe
Highly recommend trying this place out to dip your toes into Vietnamese cuisine, or to find your new favourite go-to place.
… moreGordon Keyser
Our favorite place for Vietnamese! The Pho is fantastic, all the meat dishes are super tasty, especially the lemongrass chicken and the grilled pork! My favorite soup is the crab, very unique and delicious! They balance the flavors nicely, nothing too sweet or too salty, but still full of flavor. Definitely recommend!
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