Ratings:
Food: 9.5/10
Drink: 9.5/10
Service: 8.5/10
Value: 9/10
Hygiene: 9/10
Aesthetics: 9/10
It seems like pho is becoming more popular in Oakville! After seeing them enthusiastically waving signs the first day they opened, I had to check them out.
I went to order my usuals: the house special pho (pho dac biet), goi cuon, and an avocado shake. Unfortunately, they didn't have any avocados ready to make a shake with, but they did offer an alternative... fresh passionfruit juice (isn't on the menu)! All I gotta say is that passionfruit was a perfect replacement for the avocado shake. It was sweet with a slight acidity to it. So yummy!
The house special pho was great, the meat given were good cuts and the broth was fantastic. The spices used were subtle and perfectly accented the rest of the noodles. The taste of umami didn't linger on the palate and I was satisfied with the portions. The rolls were great and the grilled pork they used was seasoned and cooked perfectly.
The cost is typical of Vietnamese food around $7-10/entree. The portions were pretty good for me, but for those looking to eat a little more I'm sure the XL bowls should be enough.
The store is tucked away in the corner making it a little difficult to find, but they made sure to take the space and maximise it. The wall decorations and the layout make it feel a little bigger than it is.
The service here was very fast and courteous. There were a couple of mix ups, but they were really good with addressing the issues. It might be because some of the staff are pretty new. Once they iron things out, it should be no problem.
I'd like to say this place right now is the best Vietnamese restaurant in Oakville. I'm definitely coming back!