I went to have my routine car maintainance that day and since im hungry and this place is just near i went to have my late lunch...this wasnt my first in this place actually my 4th time already......

Big place with own parking lot,decoration is still thesame sad and very dull,no Tv and no wifi but surprisingly a lot of people coming in....mostly asians....theres a big boquet of artificial... more

Awful pho restaurant. Used to be good but I wouldn't eat there no more as you clearly get a sense these people don't care about cleanliness and tends to be rude to their customers. There are a lot of good pho places around and this one certainly has worked its way out of the rotation.

I've been eating here occasionally for almost 10 years now and it's safe to say the food quality has not been consistent. Sometimes the pho is full of grease, sometimes it's bland. The taste is mediocre. However, I can't deny that for the price you pay, they give quite a bit of meat, as the ratio between meat to noodles is fair.

The reason for rating this restaurant a 2.0, is because the... more

wow, heard from others to try this place and it's also noticeable from the road. What a shame. I am Viet and this place sucks! do not come here if you value good food and service. Both suck. the waitress was so rude and acted like she was offended I was even here. I didn't really care for such a c@!%!y attitude so I didn't leave a tip. She didn't deserve it.

drive up the road 2 mins and go to... more

The pho was flavourless! Spring rolls were greaaat. They gave us spoons with dried food on it and dirty cups. The whole seating area is just awkward and no ventilation so on a busy Sunday afternoon it was hot and humid. The food came within about 5 min but it took the server about 10 minutes to notice our presence and take the order.

This is by far my favorite pho restaurant! Been going here for over 10 years and they never fail to amaze me. I always get #5 large with roll. In fact, I come here so much I don't even need to make my own orders anymore - their staffs remember. They recently just made renovations too and it's much more comfortable than before with the extra space.

Started with server asking if I was ready to order before I sat down. I get that as most pho customer know what they want , but she was kinda rude. Soup base was completely flavourless - funny the reviews are at each end of scale on this. Meat was primarily just cooked strip , very little variety. Spring roll was decent. Decor is 1980's abc and not particularly clean.

One napkin isn't enough.

Terrible service and I mean terrible however what do you expect from people who barely know how to speak English and couldn't give to c@!%s about being there. The food however is always decent, comes out fast however not extremely temp hot as other places I've been. The place just went through a reno which it desperately needed but overall ok but don't go expecting anything other than a nod and... more

I can't say this is the best Pho place I've ever had, although to be honest I'm not that picky when it comes to Pho.

They have lots of choices whether soup, vermicelli noodle bowls, spring rolls, salad rolls etc.

The ambiance has definitely changed, it used to be a very odd italian restaurant looking place. It was dusty, dark and carpeted. They've renovated completely, it feels cleaner and a... more

After coming to this place a few times, I've made my decision. I won't go back.

The second time the pho was super bland and no flavour. Even after adding sauce to it, I barely finished it.

I wanted to like it, but unfortunately they've lost my vote to go to this place.

I haven't been here for a long time and it seems as though a lot has changed. More inside than the out.

I ordered number one and I felt that it was enough to fill me, a small Asian woman. They were generous on the amount of noodle that give in your order. But they lack in the flavoring, and without the lime, I would not have enjoyed it at all. They only gave me one cut up beef ball, one piece... more

I really enjoyed the pho and spring roll special for $9.50. The pho broth was flavourful. There was a good amount of toppings and noodles. The spring roll was okay. I prefer the traditional rice wraps over the Chinese style spring roll wraps. Filling inside the spring roll was decent.

Best part of the experience, food arrived 5 minutes after ordering! That is how things should be when it comes... more

Things have certainly changed in the past few years since I last visited. The most striking part was large canopy decor in the middle is gone which was kind of a bummer. However that isn't the point of this review.

I ordered medium rare pho which was very nice but the beef cooked a bit under the broth, watering down the flavour a bit. Nothing too bad. I also got the iced coffee which,... more

UPDATED: from 4 stars to 2 stars

First Visit Review:
We ordered a pho and bun bo hue. The soup base for the pho was very flavourful and delicious. As for the bun bo hue, it was bland and they added way too much chili oil in it. It wasn't spicy or anything, I just wasn't a fan of the oil as it made my chopsticks and fingers super greasy. I was also disappointed that they don't add pork feet to... more

Pho Hong is my favourite place for pho. They've got the best spring rolls and the best beef stew, hands down. Service isn't so great, but they finally renovated the restaurant, so the atmosphere is much better.

Great food and service is fast. Sometimes not the friendliest but I guess quickness trumps that.

Quick service and friendly staff! They renovated here and looks fresh and different. This restaurant is a real staple on the Burnaby/Kingsway strip.

Prices are also very reasonable. Their pho has great flavor and I like that their lemongrass chicken wasn't too dry or overcooked. Will come back for sure!

I came here for the first time in a couple of years and was pleasantly surprised to see they they have completely renovated. No more carpets and dingy decor! It was very busy during Sunday lunch but service was quick. The soup was very good with decent portions. The prices have slightly increased since my last visit but I find it's still worth it. Only slight drawback (which is why I give 4... more

I work in the area and eat at Pho Hong quite often. You get a HUGE bowl of noodles/meat for like 8 bux. For all the people complaining about the decor, THEY ARE CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS AS I TYPE. I really like the #14, Bun Bo Hue its a spicy and delicious. Qualintity!

Pho Hong used to be my most favourite authentic pho restautant until few yrs ago despite the almost the most unfriendly service among other pho places. Was there few months ago, the quantity got decreased, a bit of disappointment, but still not too bad. Tried again with my hubby today, now both the quality and quantity were long gone. Asked for extra cilantro and bean sprouts and the unfriendly... more

Big fan, been here countless times! You don't go here for the service, but the food is always good, portions are good, and the price is also good. The triple G's. I usually hit up the #14 which is the spicy Pho, which really isn't all that spicy but has a ton of beef in it which is really good. I also like to have the #30, the lemon grass chicken on rice which is a Vietnamese staple and it's... more

Not the sketchiest part of Kingsway but still feels a bit sketch mcfetch around Pho Hong. Pretty sure they know it as every single pane of glass is covered by steel bars. Then you walk in and it's like you're taken to grandma's house with the curtains, carpeting, wallpaper, etc etc. Based on the decor, I would say that this was previously some other type of family restaurant. But someone on... more

Just like Kenneth N said, this place is a classic! It's been here for decades, my dad even ate here when he immigrated to Canada 35 years ago haha! My dad still loves coming here, the portion sizes are big, and the pho is fairly decent! A large is $7.50, a small is $6.50, or you can upgrade to a combo which includes spring rolls for only a dollar more!

It's not the best pho ever, but it's... more

The "combo " pho with spring roll is the way to go. Flavours are good and noodle, meat and fresh sprout volume will leave you very full. Sometimes when it gets busy the servers might seem a little grumpy but never rude but the food comes fast and tea is always refilled. There really is no other place that compares in this part of Burnaby.

I am a repeat customer. Not the best but certainly not... more

Around this part of the city, there really aren't too many options out here later at night (other than possibly The One). This place has been around since 1994 or so, but honestly, they need to step up their game.

Parking is available along the side of the building (tiny gravel lot).

The interior is covered in this maroon wallpaper - it honestly looks like someone's bedroom, especially with... more

I remember eating here many many many years ago and I remember liking it.

IMHTBO (in my humble taste bud opinion), the Bun Bo Hue here was not the greatest. The onion slices they put in the bowl were thicker and left a huge onion-y after taste. The beef slices were hard to eat and lacked some flavor. Bottom line, I couldn't finish my bowl of BBH.

PS. DO NOT order the 3 coloured bean dessert... more

Once you're outside the Little Saigon area around Kensington Cedar Cottage, there aren't that many great places for Pho. This is no exception for most Vietnamese restaurants in Burnaby. Pho Hong has bee around for quite some time and for most people that grew up around the Metrotown area, this has been their go too place; meaning most people you once knew from high school would probably prefer... more

Not impressed. The soup is made mostly of noodles (lots of them) and not much protein which makes it a Bad value because I end up leaving half a bowl of noodles uneaten.

The broth is quite bland and tasteless. If I had a choice to eat here i wouldn't...

I Would go to Le Petit Saigon instead.

It's ok. It's not my favorite, but if I'm in this neighborhood I will not go anywhere else for pho. The spring rolls are so so. The chicken in my #29 was ok, but a little tougher than what I am used to in a Vietnamese restaurant. Perhaps it was an off night? The waitress seemed to rush me to order and get out. Usually she's more pleasant but I guess doing the same thing so many years realizing... more

What can one really say? not even five minutes after being seated down I got the waitress literally barking "You want to order!?" Okay, I ordered my pho noodles and my daughter her lemongrass pork with vermicelli, order comes and they are both utterly tasteless. Maybe they are just having a bad day? My daughter couldn't finish her food so we asked to have it wrapped, waiter tossed a container... more

My family and I have been coming here for several years! The physical appearance isn't the best however if you can get past that, you'll find the most delicious pho & noodles ever :)
I've been to several places in Burnaby/ Vancouver & I like this one the best! Their broth is the best in Burnaby & the portions are large for the price you pay. Sometimes their servers can be forgetful or come off... more

A classic, must've been here for decades, as the decor shows lol. Seriously, I'm generally wary of places w/ carpets....

but it's a feel-home vibe with its antique-like tables, a few choice booths in the middle.

Just in a mood for ice coffee, can recommend but a tad on the sweet side.

Easy side street parking.

friendly staff.

another location on Fraser/47th.

It was my first experience here and I'm never coming back. The server seemed unprofessional and simply rushed on orders. When I ordered the rice, they didn't even bring a spoon. The waitress was very rude, and never came asking if we we're okay. She constantly frowned and set off a unpleasant vibe.

The food wasn't the best. It seemed messy and unappealing. If you ever intend to eat at this... more

Pho is great. Some of the best broth I have ever had. Salad roll is awesome, would be nice if they didn't water down the salad roll sauce making it thinker rather than slimy. I find it is lacking in proper texture and taste. Compared to other Pho places that make a thick solid peanut sauce. Could do a lot better with some cleaning and updated renovations.

Some of their younger staff seems to... more

Looks like this time I agree with most of the other yelp posters. The decor is a little dark and outdated, but not so bad that it might deter someone from eating there based on that alone. The service was not that great and my dinner date had to flag down a server on more than one occasion as they skimped on napkins, tea, vietnamese basil, and peppers.

The Pho itself was pretty good. Not the... more

Much like several other pho resturants, the service at Pho Hong is at an all-time low. The exterior and interior resembles that of an old Greek restaurant, and the neighbourhood reaks of sketch.

Broth, noodles, spring rolls and drinks are mediocre and on par with several other pho restaurants you'd find along Kingsway, however, they offer combos which give you a better bang-for-your-buck. I... more

The food here is much better than the service. You almost feel bad about asking for anything extra. The soup is good but the noodles tend to be on the mushy side. I like a bit of bite to my noodles.

Overall good flavour and good portion size.. but lacking in service.

I went here one Friday to have a lunch. The place was full, but the food was very mediocre. There is no reason to go bad considering how many other Vietnamese restaurants there are nearby.

I have been to this place numerous times (pre Yelp time) but first time reviewing it. Not bad pho but this place is famous for horrible service.

This time around the service wasn't too bad. The lady who took our order didn't smile but brought us a bowl and fork for our toddler without us having to ask her. Sometimes a smile is nice but a server who can take the initiative is nice too.

We... more

The broth here is amazing. The rare beef soup is quite a pleasure to eat. The meat is fairly lean and decent cut, The veggies are fresh and they give you a good portion :). The spring rolls are very good too. The slightly oily flaky shell is only a mere preview of the goodness inside! The salad rolls are just ok.

I have a beef with people going to a hole in the wall asian place and expecting 5... more

I used to go here 7+ years ago when it was just around the corner from me. It was lovely on sick day and delicious all year round. So, with the fall weather coming again I thought I'd give it another try. I have to say this place is still lovely aaand cheap! I like the atmosphere, the warm colours and string lights and purple booths. The wall paper is pealing here and there, one of our spoons... more

Ouch! is the basically the overall for this place. Quite frankly Vietnamese food is pretty similar stuff across the board and is almost hard to screw up.

So flavor-wise sure, the broth is similar, but I believe the noodles served here are on the thinner side. Service varies from passable to alright obnoxious(visibly rolls her eyes when you ask for water), depending on which lady you get.

But... more

This is quite possibly the worst service I have ever received from a pho restaurant. Don't expect any thank you's or smiles here. The decor still resembles a Greek Restaurant, which I think this place used to be. There's grapes on vines, vases and old Greek style paintings.

There is one thing saving Pho Hong from going under, - their food. The pho is good and they have a fantastic combo to... more

Sure the lady looks angry, but she's really nice and she knows what's what.

I hate eating pho from the place beside my work because I feel like I smell like the place when I get back to work. I don't feel that when I eat at this place. I love their lunch special. You get a large soup with a spring roll for like $8. I get the rare beef with meatballs. Their broth is good. I wish they had little... more

This is my favorite pho restaurant. Granted that I don't live in east van which is littered with vietnamese resturants that I could compare too. This place clearly has the best noodle soup in town. It's just a level above the competition. Perhaps the extra spoon of MSG? I dunno but sure hell tasty.

Yes the waitresses are meh whatever attitude. But what do you expect from an Asian restaurant... more

This place gives depth to the expression "HOLE-IN-THE-WALL". Not to mention paired up with HORRENDOUS (That's a step from TERRIBLE and HORRIBLE) Service. I don't even know why I bother with tip sometimes. I may as well order from the Kitchen myself and take it to my table.

The food on the other hand is not reflective with the type of service that they give here. A lot of flavour, far from... more

I like the food but the service sucks big time!! Waitresses walk around like sour pussies! They can seat u, take order, pass u bill, give u change without a single eye contact! One time I was paying at the till, the cashier was yapping on the phone for 5 mins while I stood in front of him! I signaled him that I'm waiting to pay and he yelled at me! Another thing they can really do is clean the... more

Original Vietnamese Cuisine in the heart of Burnaby

Pho Hong restaurant offers great Vietnamese dishes and soups at very reasonable prices. It is like a fast food restaurant but with the quality of food offered at a higher end restaurant. Apparently it is the first Vietnamese restaurant in Burnaby and the owners and staff are very helpful and attentive. This restaurant is always busy for the reasons I mentioned earlier.

Simple yet good. The... more