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Authentic Vietnamese Pho House
$20–30 per person4.6(681 reviews) 250 Greenbank Rd, Unit 2A
The broth was flavourful, the ingredients fresh, and the portions were huge.
The 5 Best Pho Restaurants in Ottawa
A locally curated ranking of the capital's most authentic Vietnamese pho — judged on broth, freshness, value, and thousands of real diner reviews.
Ranked #1 of 5 · Editor's Choice
The Best Pho in Ottawa
Topping our 2026 ranking, one name has defined authentic Vietnamese pho in the capital for over two decades.
#1 Rated in Ottawa309 Dalhousie St, Lower Town
25+ Years of Authentic Pho
Pho By Night
4.7(3,602 Google reviews)
A beloved Vietnamese soup specialist serving rich, slow-simmered pho, fresh spring rolls, and European-inspired desserts in the heart of Ottawa's Lower Town.
Open Daily · 12–9 PM (Fri & Sat to 10)
$20–30 per person
Ranked #1 of 5 in our Ottawa guide
Vegetarian OptionsGluten-Free AvailableWi-FiHigh Chairs
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Four more spots worth the trip, ranked on broth, freshness, value, and thousands of real diner reviews.
3
Pho Thu Do Restaurant
$10–20 per person4.5(950 reviews) 781 Somerset St W
Excellent pho, and a good portion for the price.
4
Pho Kam Long Restaurant
$20–30 per person4.4(278 reviews) 3635 Rivergate Way
The pho was hot, noodles were soft, and the beef was tender.
5
New Pho Bo Ga La
$20–30 per person4.2(1.8K reviews) 763 Somerset St W
Very polite staff, and the pho was great — the broth was very flavourful.
Our Method
How We Rank the Best Pho
Depth of the broth
A great bowl starts with a broth simmered low and slow for hours, building deep, clean flavour from bones, charred ginger, star anise, and cinnamon.
Freshness on the plate
Crisp bean sprouts, fragrant Thai basil, squeeze-ready limes, and silky rice noodles separate a memorable bowl from an average one.
Authenticity & value
We favour spots that stay true to traditional Vietnamese technique and serve generous portions at a fair price.
Thousands of real reviews
Every ranking is weighed against verified Google reviews from Ottawa diners, not just our own tasting notes.
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Settle the Debate: Where to Find the Best Pho in Ottawa
Start with our #1 pick, Pho By Night, or work your way through all five. Every spot on this list is worth the trip.