Pho Viet Express use to be a hidden gem in my neighbourhood but the word has gotten around and well, they're not so hidden anymore. But they are definitely a gem. I eat here at least twice a month. And that's being modest.
First and to me, most importantly, the owners and staff and chefs are VIET. Before you pull out the race card on me, hear me out on why this is means something to me. I'm half Viet and half Chinese and for most of my life, I have eaten some pretty crappy Pho thanks to Asians who are NOT Viet but wanting to make a quick buck. Maybe I'm old fashion but there are just some ethnic foods that cannot be westernized or fusioned no matter what and Viet cuisine is one of them.
Secondly, the restaurant is clean. That's important.
Finally, the food here is legit. Here's a mark of a REAL Viet restaurant: they will have a noodle soup on their menu called Bon Bo Hue. If you can find a Viet restaurant that makes a great Bon Bo Hue, you can definitely trust that they'll make a great Pho. This restaurant does both exceedingly well!
Their Durian milkshakes actually contain lots of durian (i.e. It isn't watered down) and their Viet coffee will give you all the caffeine kick you need (which is kind of poetic seeing as how they are located two doors beside a Starbucks).
This is a place you must try out if you're craving a legit Viet cuisine experience.
Happy eatings everyone.
TheRealPY
*Tips*
Go for the fresh summer rolls if you're not too hungry but want something to fill you up nicely.
Saturday dinner rush and Sunday lunch rush can get packed all the way to the door so go at your own risk.