Phở Bắc Oriental Cuisine
Vietnamese

Phở Bắc Oriental Cuisine

4.7 (480 reviews)
$
← Dow's Lake
Dine-inTakeout

ABOUT

This Vietnamese restaurant in Dow’s Lake specializes in phở and traditional noodle dishes at budget-friendly prices. The spacious dining room offers a casual atmosphere with reliable coffee service and clean facilities. With a 4.7-star rating across nearly 500 reviews, it’s a steady neighbourhood option for authentic Vietnamese soup and broth-based meals.

HOURS

Sunday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday (today) 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

RESTAURANT DETAILS

🍽️ Service Options
✓ Dine-in ✓ Takeout
⭐ Popular For
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner ✓ Groups
🥗 Offerings
✓ Coffee
🪑 Dining Options
✓ Lunch ✓ Dinner
🏠 Amenities
✓ Washroom
👥 Crowd
✓ Groups
📅 Planning
✓ Accepts reservations
💳 Payments
✓ Credit cards ✓ Debit cards ✓ NFC mobile payments
🅿️ Parking
✓ Free parking lot ✓ Paid street parking

REVIEWS

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Marilyn Timog
February 17, 2026
★★★★★

I been coming in this restaurant Pho Bac otiental for over 20 years. The bowl of Bon Bon Hue is very extra awesome, it satusfy our cravings. And the Spring rolls order # 18 is perfect to our taste of liking, yummy😍❤️🤩. Marilyn

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Lyn Ngu
February 17, 2026
★★★★★

Genuinely my favourite pho on Somerset!!! Amazing quality and portions. Love a family business. So delicious thank you for being so delicious

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Jade Milligan
February 17, 2026
★★★★★

Hands down the best pho restaurant in Ottawa. The food is always delicious and the staff is very friendly and happy to help. My family and I have been coming here for years and it never disappoints.

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M
February 14, 2026
★★★★★

Our favourite Vietnamese restaurant on Somerset Street! Every visit is an absolute delight. The service is always fast, warm, and impeccable, and the dishes are consistently delicious and generously portioned. Truly a must‑visit spot that we recommend without hesitation! ❤️

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Janelle Lee
January 18, 2026
★★★★★

Me and my family love coming here! The service is always wonderful and the food always tastes so fresh. I always come for their Bún chả cá. Noodle soup in a mild spicy broth with fried fish cakes. It’s amazing.

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Ian-Eric
January 18, 2026
★★★★☆

Very decent soup. Not my favourite in Ottawa but still highly recommend this non pretentious spot.

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E G
December 29, 2025
★★★★★

The food here is delicious and filling, and the portions are very generous. Even for a small bowl of pho, I was stuffed after finishing it. The prices can’t be beat, and the staff are very polite and quick to serve us. Their delicious pho and quick service make up for the tight restaurant seating (it looks like they’ve expanded on table seating). I recommend eating here at Pho Bac.

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873 Somerset Street West
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873 Somerset Street WestOttawa, ON K1R 6R6
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🥗 Dietary
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Halal
Serves halal meat - even if they don't advertise it
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Vegan-friendly
Has solid vegan options even if it's not a vegan restaurant
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Vegetarian-friendly
Good vegetarian options on the menu
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Gluten-free options
Has gluten-free dishes or can accommodate
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Kosher
Serves kosher food or has certified kosher options
✨ Features
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Open past 10pm
Kitchen or bar stays open late - good for night owls
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Happy Hour
Has a regular happy hour with drink or food deals
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BYOB
You can bring your own bottle - call ahead to confirm
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible entrance, seating, or washroom
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Private dining room
Has a private space for events or groups
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Quiet / low noise
Good for conversation - not a loud scene
🍽️ Amenities
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Patio
Has outdoor seating - patio, terrace, or sidewalk
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Live music
Hosts live music or performances regularly
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Dog-friendly
Welcomes dogs on the patio or inside
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Kids menu
Has a dedicated kids menu or child-friendly options
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Full bar
Serves spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer
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Takeout
You can order food to go - call or walk in
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Delivery
Delivers directly or through a third-party app
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Cash only
Doesn't accept cards - bring cash
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