Pho Lang Van

What is Pho Lang Van? Occupying a straightforward storefront at 958 St Clair Avenue West, Pho Lang Van brings comforting Vietnamese cooking to Corso Italia. The interior keeps things simple and functional with bright overhead lighting, laminate tables, and minimal decor, prioritizing fast neighbourhood dining over aesthetic trends. There is no patio or craft cocktail bar here—just a practical dining room dedicated to steaming noodle bowls and quick, unfussy table service.

Pho Lang Van Menu & What to Order The kitchen centers on a slow-simmered 12-hour beef broth steeped with star anise, cloves, and ginger, making the phở tái (rare beef pho) and phở tái bò viên (rare beef and beef ball pho) reliable go-to picks. Crisp chả giò tôm (deep-fried shrimp spring rolls) arrive hot with sweet-savoury dipping sauce, while the bún thịt nướng pairs char-grilled pork with tender rice vermicelli, crushed peanuts, and fresh herbs. If you crave something richer, order the aromatic hủ tiếu bò kho (beef stew noodle soup) alongside a glass of strong, condensed milk cà phê sữa đá.

Know Before You Go Seating is casual and walk-in friendly, with tables turning over quickly even during prime weekend dinner hours. The 512 St. Clair streetcar stops just steps away, and Green P metered street parking lines St Clair Avenue West. The restaurant is closed on Mondays, serving lunch and dinner throughout the rest of the week.