Pho Real

Went there for the 2nd time, bringing along some family. Unfortunately whatever it was that brought me back wasn't evident this time around. Lacks authentic flavour in the pho soup, the durian freeze drink was too sugary sweet and my spring roll, grilled pork vermicelli was no good. No flavour in the grilled pork, the spring roll ends were burnt and the vermicelli had a waft of staleness. I was nagged at for not going to the usual restaurant.

The food here was good.The people here are also pretty nice.

Always good soup and friendly people

I found this place on google map as it was central for us from Markham and others from Oakville as a mid point.

Some reviewers noted higher prices. Yes they’re a bit higher but the restaurant setting is nicer and less crowded than other lower priced places. The food quality and flavour is very good. I feel it’s important to look at the package of setting, price and food quality.

We were all very happy with our first experience at Pho Real. Everyone enjoyed their meal.

We made a reservation but had to come by and leave a deposit as they’ve had experiences where reservations were made but the guests never showed up. We understand the challenges of running small businesses.

They set up 2 long tables for our group of 18 but not quite side by side. It was no problem for the family.

We would have given 5* review but have decided on 4* mainly due to the variance in waiter service. We had 2 different waiters and one was very good and got our orders right while the other waiter was not as accurate and there were delays with their meals. Unfortunately that was the kids’ table.

Nonetheless we will come back again when in the area.