Original Pho Eatery - Downtown Victoria in Victoria
807 Fort St, Victoria, BC V8W 1H6, Canada
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With passion for cooking, and the joy of sharing our cuisine, Original Pho is proud to recreate traditional Vietnamese dishes. Nearly all our menu is made from scratch using traditional techniques that follow long lasting family recipes. Our talented Chef's truly enjoy bringing the best out of each menu item.
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I visited on a weekday evening and was seated right away without any wait. The pho was delicious and perfect for anyone to enjoy without hesitation. I think I’ll definitely come back the next time I’m craving pho!
The vibe was great, and the service was excellent. The combo was a fantastic deal, especially with the delicious fried spring rolls. Unfortunately, the salad roll didn't quite hit the mark, as it had a strong mayo flavor in the peanut sauce. The duck noodle had good flavor, but the meat was a bit tough and chewy. The satay pho was tasty, as were the other pho dishes. The meat quality was top-notch, although the broth leaned on the sweeter side and could have used a bit more depth in flavor.
Dinner for two: $70 including tips Postive: nice decor, clean bathrooms, clean tables, great selection of food, delicious as the one in Langford. Negative: No fish sauce. Food for thought: there are two sitting areas, upstairs and downstairs. Upstairs is perfect for date nights or somewhere quiet while eating. With upstairs is that the staff rarely checks on you. Maybe it is meant to be self serve dining. They should leave a few jugs of ice water if that is the case. If you want anything like utensils or extra napkins, there is a cart upstairs that you can grab from.
Got the Number 3 - Steak, Brisket, Tendon and Tripe Large. For it's price, it's super huge. Way bigger portion than expected. Bigger than the ones in Vancouver. The flavour melts in your mouth. The noodles were perfectly cooked. Unforgettable, definitely recommend.
Lunch at OP Giant vegetable spring roll with peanut sauce; could have shared and same for meals: really tasty lemongrass chicken and I had the steak brisket meatball pho. Our server was friendly and fast and checked on us every few minutes. Pleasant warm ambience; had one of about 5 tables upstairs. Had a bathroom on each level. Great choice for lunch!
I was fortunate to find this restaurant during my trip to Victoria. The staff are friendly and helpful, and they are very knowledgeable if you need assistance. We ordered several dishes, all of which were excellent, and the server who took our order was the first and only person in Canada who truly understood how to accommodate people with food allergies. They listened carefully, asked questions to ensure the changes were appropriate, and were incredibly helpful in pointing out all the ingredients in the dishes served. The food was delicious and left us feeling great, even after a full day of activities in the city. This is a place that deserves many customers, and I hope to return very soon. I sincerely thank the staff for the fantastic experience.
Came in on Monday evening during a torrential downpour. This place is the break I needed from the pelting rain. Most of the items on the menu looks good but decided on the Satay Pho. All I can say is that the portions are generous and after that one Pho, I don't have room left to try another dish so have to come back at another time for the other flavors. There was lots of raw sliced beef and the beef tendons were so huge, they keep on slipping off the chopsticks 🥢 and I had to resort to use of the soup spoon to scoop them out from the bottom of the bowl. All I can say was that I was impressed with the speed and value of then entree. Definitely worth it. If you want a hearty meal with sizeable portions, this is the place to be. If you have a smaller appetite, um... bring a +1 to share or just be prepared to have take out to go.
Very tasty deep-fried fish sauce chicken wings, loved their Vietnamese Coconut Coffee (I would’ve drank 2 of these if didn’t have a beer lol) and also yes the Saigon beer! Wanted a beer so bad after a 4 hours round of golf and oh man it was so satisfying to enjoy a cold one! Very cool hand painted art wall, modern feel interior with a full bar. Staffs were super friendly, kept checking our table often to see if we needed anything. Overall very good experience. Definitely come back to try more unique dishes & cocktails from their weekend specials. Highly recommend this spot!
10/10 bún ch too good taste just as good as the real one in Vietnam. bún ch is weekly special though so good luck
Used Skip the dishes for takeout. Good size portions of the sweet and sour soup as well as the lemongrass pork with noodles. Spring rolls were very tasty. Only issue is skip the dishes did not knock on the door or ring the bell so we are not sure how long our food was sitting outside before I checked.
Good for service
great food great prices great workers 10/10 would reccomend
We ate in at Original Pho. Service was friendly and attentive. It was the best pho I have ever had. The broth was flavourful and clean tasting. Not oily or tired. I had the regular-sized chicken pho. Delicious. My husband had the brisket and meatball and loved his dish. Lots of chili oil to bring up the spice level. Will definitely go back again.
Excellent...
Lovely restaurant and tasty food. Great service. They have a new special almost every week.
Meh
Excellent pho. The beef cuts are delicious, BBQ level quality meat in a delightful delicate and balanced broth. Service was very nice. The space itself is fairly standard lunch/dinner spot. Cheap tables, standard decor. If you want good food, yes. If you want an elegant date spot, go somewhere else.
Weve been going to a different place for a couple years, but this place changed that. Since our first time, weve now come here four times in a row for Vietnamese. My favorite here is the Sour Spicy Chicken Soup. The blend of flavours that somehow hold their own against each other but also compliment each other is amazing.
Amazing pho
Parking: Fort street Victoria Food
Ordered out. Honey glazed belly pork was just bacon on rice. Nice sauce, but that s it. The salad was dry, and a bit miserable. For $30, I don t think I got what I paid for.
Huge portions of the best Vietnamese on the island. Delicious beef stew pho, so much I had to leave some behind. Double the stewed beef than I ve had at other Vic restaurants. Rich broth, extra noodles a perfect bowl for a cool autumn afternoon.
I love Original Pho. Perf for any occasion! I recommend ordering #35
The food was so delicious! The dish was so flavourful that I didn t need to add any condiments. The server was friendly and I received the food quickly. I got sat upstairs and it was a nice and cozy vibe. I got #36. I will definitely come back and try more dishes!
Haven t tried the food but great Vietnamese coffee
Great spot! I really enjoyed :-)
Great pho, great staff
Definitely my new favourite Vietnamese restaurant in Victoria. Highly recommend the pho.
Amazing pho!! We were a little concerned that there was nobody inside at around 3pm, but figured that its just past lunch hours and we did not regret it! We ordered different pho soups, I ordered the brisket pho and it was delicious. The smell, the flavour - simply perfect. There was a generous amount of meat in the regular size pho, the broth was full of flavour and the rice noodles had an amazing shape (as weird as it sounds) - they were flat instead of round which made them much easier to eat. Would definitely recommend it to any pho lover! (even if youre not, youll change your mind after this pho)
As a self proclaimed Pho aficionado , I am very hard to please when it comes to a complete bowl of Pho. This place has incredible broth, noodles and overall ingredient quality, it s definitely one of the best bowls in the city. The portion sizes are huge if you order a large, tons of noodles. It also helps that the restaurant itself is very clean and modern, complete with bar and table seating. Will definitely be back.
lovely decor and food is so yummy kinda pricey but if your just eating for one it s fine
Food was as good as their service!! We came here twice already during our stay in Victoria. Must try their original pho and spring rolls!!
Generous size for the price and most importantly delicious. Got the beef and brisket pho
Chill place and the food WOW! The pho was superb the broth, meat, and noodles were perfect. I left nothing in the bowl. The spring rolls were delicious . Will definitely come back when I visit Victoria!!!!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC --- best spicy beef noodle soup ever. And so much meat..... Wonderful service Food : 5/5
Food was amazing! Staff is super friendly! Definitely recommend anyone visiting or just a local to try it out! Food : 5/5
Super yummy and great service!
great beef stew pho
Very good food! Super friendly staff. Clean
Amazing experience with delicious food. Exceptional service by Han, will definitely visit again!
Amazing food, amazing service!!
So yum Highly recommend!!!
Food was delicious and the service was excellent. Fast service as well! A+++
The first time coming to Original Pho. Everything is great and especially service team let our kids happy with Doraemon films while eating. Recommend for all friends.
Loved everything about the meal. Really inviting staff and dining room. Will be back!
One of the best pho that I ever had (outside Vietnam), perfect flavour, taste and sides. Ill come back here soon, thats for sure.
Gourmet pho! Quality ingredients, great flavour, amazing staff, and a beautiful place! #18 is my favourite, but only if you can handle heat, it comes with the original thick rice noodles... Mmm!
awesome staff very authentic food and large portions I loved my visit here. I hope that this business thrives as good as it is now!
Ive been waiting for a truly good Pho place to open up in Vic. This is definitely in the running for best in town.
This is a new Vietnamese Pho restaurant in downtown. Their Pho is authentic & no MSG of their soup! The regular size was a big portion and ingredients were fresh! Remarkable services and absolutely a tasty choice in town!
Cons - Side vegi- needs to be cleaned with WATER(okay? water) and do not use spoiled ones. Throw some old beansprout out please? Brisket - This is not Texas BBQ brisket. Please trim all fats before putting into soup. I have never seen Brisket(Not fatty beef or some other parts) in any Pho has that much of fat parts attached! Every brisket has lots of fatty, mushy parts. You soup was very oily with it. The essential vegi, Coriander - please serve as chopped! when anyone asks for it. It will go into soup and you cant eat the entire stem as it is. Pros - Hip-nice deco. Service good. Place is clean (at least our table) Just need to make One good standard warm and hot bowl of pho before twisting the traditional pho place. They serve all kinds of alcohols in a bar which is good - Price...about $20 per person which seems a standard in Victoria. Not in Vancouver at all. (about $15-16 for large). Only street parking about $3 buck for an hour.
Absolutely delicious food, very friendly staff, and a comfortable space! Was super pleased with my experience.
Best crab pho in Victoria, you will get better Pho in Vancouver, but when it comes to Victoria, this just one league above all others.
Everything is epic so goood
Love the drink special and the original pho.
Finally downtown have original pho!! Dont need to go langford anymore! We try mostly everything just the same good taste and even have some of the same cute lady here too! Like family Also the best is close with where i work! Food : 5/5
Amazing fresh strawberry lemonade. Sooooo Goood
Welcome addition to the pho district. Only place in the city that offers Bun Cha, and it s damn delicious! Only available on Mondays Food
Highly recommend!!!!!!! Food is super delicious, with authentic flavors that make it the best food in town. The portions are big and all the greens are fresh. The best service! Staff are attentive, fast and friendly. Everything is perfect!! Definitely will come back!!! Food
Great new Pho spot, everything is on point, punctual friendly service, great serving sizes too.
Had dinner here tonight for the first time and it was some of the best Vietnamese food I ve had! We ordered 2 kinds of salad rolls and although both were delicious, the garlic pork were exceptional. The steak pho was amazing and the portion was very generous and the vermicelli bowl with chicken and prawns was super tasty. Service was so friendly and efficient and the atmosphere was perfect. When visiting Victoria, I would definitely return!
If you havent tried Original Pho in Langford, youve missed out on some incredible Vietnamesr dishes and drinks! Well, theyve just opening downtown on Fort St. Same awesome menu, same delicious drinks, and best of all, same top level service and quality! Absolute must try! Vegetarian options: They offer some incredible veggie options!! Must try! Dietary restrictions: With proper notice there are many options available to customize for individual needs. Kid-friendliness: Parents constantly surprised how much their kid loves the soup or noodle and rice dishes. Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, with a few tables available.
This place is so excellent ! I don t think I have ever had a better experience at a restaurant. Not only was the food amazing but the servers were all friendly and extremely knowledgeable.
Great authentic Vietnamese food and vibes. Ended up enjoying fresh Saigon beers and watching Euro finals with my friends with much joy and comfort. Friendly staff also made my dining experience so delightful and pleasant. I can t wait to go back there!
Great food and friendly service. My new favourite spot to hang out. Recommend to try the Bailey and ice milk coffee! Great one.
The food is phenomenal. I love their Satay Pho. I got Coconut Coffee, which tastes exactly the same as in Vietnam (it s on their hidden menu). The staff there are friendly and definitely know what they are doing. Just love it
Amazing food and service! Beef stew tasted really good, and iced coffee with Bailey was outstanding!
Best experience ever. Excellent food. Huge quantities. Really justify your money. Servers are really kind and helpful. Must go place Vegetarian options: Yes available in menu Parking: You can park anywhere on the street. Free parking after 8 pm Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly environment Wheelchair accessibility: They have a ramp for wheelchair
The food was honestly incredibly disappointing. I assumed that given this place opened on a block that already has multiple Vietnamese restaurants (not to mention starts at a much higher price point) it would be at least as good, if not better, than the rest. Unfortunately this was not the case. I ordered a takeout vermicelli bowl, carried just across the street so no time for it to cool off naturally. The meat was lukewarm, and the prawns had dabs of some sort of fat on them which I assume was supposed to melt but did not, because they werent hot. Essentially partially congealed lard or something similar on each prawn. The noodles underneath were piping hot, leading me to believe that the meat was sitting around before the bowl was made. The pork was also at least a quarter inedible bits of undercooked/unrendered fat. The bowl did not come with any fish sauce, so it was just plain noodles and plain raw veggies with warmish meat and congealed fat on top. I ate half because I was at work and had no other options for food, but the rest will be going in the compost. Really disappointing and I dont really see the need to try this place again.
Meal was AMAZING! High quality Vietnamese food in Victoria. Authentic and delicious. Highly recommended .
My partner and I recently visited the newly opened The Original Pho in downtown Victoria, and we were absolutely blown away. The experience was exceptional from start to finish. First and foremost, the food was incredible. Our pho was served steaming hot, with a spectacular depth of flavor that highlighted the fresh, high-quality ingredients. Each bite was a perfect harmony of savory broth, tender meat, and crisp vegetables, making it clear that great care went into every aspect of preparation. The service was equally impressive. The staff were attentive and friendly, constantly checking in to ensure we had everything we needed and that our dining experience was nothing short of perfect. The restaurant itself is cozy and inviting, providing a welcoming atmosphere that enhances the overall dining experience. The menu offers a fantastic range of traditional Vietnamese dishes, and the attention to detail is evident in every dish. If you haven t yet visited The Original Pho, I highly recommend it. It s a fantastic addition to Victoria s dining scene, and we re already looking forward to our next visit.
Warm up with an Omai Cocktail and a bowl of Pho Special, paired with a Saigon Beer. That s all we need!
New location but the same exceptional quality from Original Pho. Excellent service and a fantastic atmosphere. Highly recommend visiting if you are in downtown Victoria or nearby. Kid-friendliness: Booster seat provided Wheelchair accessibility: Flat easy access with accommodating staffs
Best Vietnamese Cuisine in town, as good as what I have in Vietnam
I was pretty excited after learning a downtown location was opening up following our delightful experience at the Langford branch. Our visit did not disappoint. The interior exuded a charming, fashionable ambiance, complemented by Leahs exceptional customer service, which left a remarkable first impression. We opted for the original pho dac biet, reminiscent of its heartwarming and delicious version at the Langford location. This was followed by the original roll and the iconic bun cha, a personal favorite from Northern Vietnam. Each bite offered a savory and indulgent experience, culminating in a meal that thoroughly satisfied our palates. Highly recommend to anyone visiting downtown Victoria! 10/10
Great food from the chain from langford. Great quality control Amazing service Food : 5/5
Great atmosphere, great company, and the food was top notch. We were greeted with exemplary customer service from both Leah and Linh. Highly recommend their bun cha and original rolls which really hit the spot. Will definitely be coming back :)
Great food, nice and clean restaurant and super friendly staffs. Recommend the caramelized pork on rice
Everything is great
