Who makes the best pho in the Tri-Cities?

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Eva Rasciauskas
June 06, 2023

When you’re sad, sick, tired or coping with a tedious hangover, there’s no better source of comfort than a big bowl of pho.

Forget chicken noodle soup for the soul: the complex bone broth, impossibly long rice noodles, and thinly shaved slices of beef brisket found in a bowl of pho makes this soup the ultimate champion of bad days (and good) It’s fragrant, savoury and complex.

Better yet, you have the power to adjust the level of spice, acidity and sweetness by adding in your preferred levels of chili paste, hoisin sauce, and lime (among other glorious condiments), making each bowl of pho unique once it arrives at your table. Slurp away friends, and keep spicing it up as you go.

Here are some of the tastiest bowls of pho you can find in the Tri-Cities, along with other irresistible Vietnamese dishes that’ll leave you feeling good inside and out.

This large, bright Vietnamese restaurant in Coquitlam has a great atmosphere—it’s decked out with round, wooden lamps and if you’re lucky, you can spot some of the action taking place in the kitchen through the tiny service window. The food, on the other hand, is on a completely different level: every bowl of pho gives off a fresh and balanced flavour, perfectly complex and tasty without the use of any condiments.

Address: 942 Westwood St, Coquitlam

One of Un Pho Get a Bowl’s specialties is Southern Vietnamese noodle soup, their pho giving off a slightly sweeter and bolder flavour than most other pho restaurants. Some notable items here include the house special beef noodle soup with rare beef, brisket, tripe, and meatballs as well as the bun bo hue—a thick and spicy noodle soup with brisket, chicken balls and ham.

Address: 2823 Shaughnessy St, Port Coquitlam

Pho Super Bowl emphasizes the light and healthy qualities of Vietnamese cuisine, which consistently leaves us feeling good once we finish eating. All of their noodle soups are seasoned to perfection with a special blend of herbs and spices (that, according to Pho Super Bowl, has taken years to master). All of their noodle soups are highly recommended, as well as their vermicelli bowls and rice plates with assortments of grilled meats and seafood.

Address: 555 Clarke St, Coquitlam

You can guarantee that the broth you get at Pho T&T is made up of only beef bones and herbs, without any need for additional flavour enhancers. The quality of their broth shines through in every spoonful, whether that’s their pho broth or any other one of their house specials—the seafood rice noodle soup and beef stew are equally delicious.

Address: 2581 Mary Hill Rd, Port Coquitlam

This modern pho restaurant in Coquitlam is known for serving generous portions with slightly thicker noodles and ample amounts of sliced beef in their soups. Looking for a meatless option? They’ve got an entire section of their menu dedicated to vegetarian options, ranging from veggie vermicelli noodle soup to fresh tofu rolls.

Address: 100 Schoolhouse St #110, Coquitlam

Whether you’re looking for a classic, rare beef pho or a new Vietnamese soup to try (say, a crab rice noodle soup with a rich red broth or a spicy fish noodle soup), Pho Capital has it all. Loaded with options for chicken, beef, seafood, and vegetarian soups and rice bowls, you’re bound to discover something new when you walk in.

Address: 341 North Rd Unit F, Coquitlam

Pho H&P Noodle House offers many different options for pho, as well as classic Vietnamese, Chinese and Thai dishes like peanut curry and Cantonese chow mein. You can find a bit of everything, ordering multiple different items from each cuisine to satisfy all the cravings at your table.

Address: 1470 Prairie Ave #1168, Port Coquitlam

This lowkey restaurant in Coquitlam has a variety of pho, banh mi, and vermicelli dishes, bringing a warm, homey and traditional vibe to the table. It’s a perfect place to visit if you’re going out with a large group of friends or family—their portion sizes are generous as equally as they are delicious.

Address: 1175 Johnson St #360, Coquitlam