Stopped by this place for lunch today after running an errand close by. The restaurant was packed when we arrived. Luckily we were seated right away and placed our orders. To our surprise the food came out quickly and service was friendly even when it was busy. I got #20 charbroiled lemongrass chicken with spring rolls on vermicelli. The chicken was soft and juicy, glad it wasn't dried out. Portion was big and they give you good amount of sauce for your noodles. The spring rolls was a bit smaller than other places I have been too but overall it was tasty. I got the iced vietnamese coffee with condensed milk, super dark and rich flavours. They gave me a to go cup since I couldn't finish at the restaurant. Overall a good experience here.
The inside looks very modern and there's lots of space between tables. It's not cramped at all which I really like. The food is great. For dinner time, there's not alot of customers which is good if you like peace and quiet when eating.
Nice and fast! This is a nice little restaurant in downtown and the food is solid, but there's not a ton of variety from other vietnamese restaurants. Even still, the broth is really good with complex flavours and is reminiscent of the Pho I had in Vietnam. I'd come back again for sure!
Being downtown , there isn't a lot around for decent Vietnamese food. TOA is a good choice if you're looking for a place in the area. They get very very busy at lunch so make sure you make a reservation. Don't expect great service, and don't ask to split your bill if you're in a group unless you want to get yelled at. I always stick for the one size pho dac biet for $11.99. The portion won't be like pho portions you might get on 17 Ave but it's definitely enough for lunch. I will revisit here on our lunch breaks. If I'm craving pho for dinner or weekends, there are definitely a lot of other choices if you're not downtown.
We have been ordering large group orders from TOA for a few years and we love it!! The food is fresh and flavourful and the service is quick. The restaurant is run by a very nice family and its great to support a family run business. We have tried ordering from other Vietnamese places but this is the only place we go to now. Great food!
It is packed for a reason.... Everyone be hating on this place but the truth is that they make some of the best Pho and salad rolls in town. If you are a delicate person and are easily offended if the waiter doesn't ask you how your day has been then eat at the Vietnamese place in your local food court. Or maybe get in your car and car up to Forest Lawn and you will notice that most to all Vietnamese places have service like this. It is the culture. Go here for the food, go somewhere else if you need more than that. I still need a reservation if I come here for lunch and its been like that for years.
Best Sate Soup in Town. Went for lunch today and four of us had the same beef sate soup #33, SO GOOD & SPICY . The broth was so YUMMY that i never had it before in calgary.The service in very good and the foods come out very fast .We would go back for sure.
Best Vietnamese in the city. I've eaten at many Vietnamese places throughout this great city and this one is the best, full-stop. The decor is quite a bit nicer than most Viet places and the staff are efficient and courteous. The biggest difference - the quality of food. Vegetables are fresh and you can actually distinguish the meat! They use very spicy fish oil, which really gives any dish a great kick. It's delicious, to say the least. A little more expensive than most Viet places, but I'm happy to pay for the significant increase in quality. Again, the best Vietnamese in the city.
For those coming here for lunch during the week - either make a reservation or come around 11:30 or after 1:00, because the place is insanely backed between 11:45 to 1:00.
Great Service & Food. This place is unassuming, and although the decor is a little on the easy to clean side, the food is very good and the service does not leave you wanting. Our meal was tasty and quick, and the price very reasonable.
Try the coconut shrimp.
Delicious. I've stopped in here twice to get takeout during lunch time at work. I've tried many Vietnamese places and this is by far my favourite. I did think it was a bit pricey but the portions are very large - I get at least 2 meals out of one order! Tried the chicken satay sub - different from most places, huge, filling, spicy and fantastic. Also had the vermicelli with satay chicken and spring rolls. Also very large and lots of flavour. The owner is very friendly and always chats with me while I wait for my order. Will be back many many times!
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