Pho is the new Ramen, as people everywhere keep raving about the dish! Now if you’re looking for a place to try out the popular dish, The Pho 99 in Coquitlam is a fantastic place for authentic Vietnamese cuisine. It’s a perfect choice for a rainy day but its vast menu makes it a great choice for any day. More often than not, it’s filled to the brink with people waiting at the door for a seat, but the staff are always kind, giving the place a casual atmosphere. The sounds of the kitchen come off as white noise and add to the overall atmosphere of the restaurant. When you first walk in, there isn’t a distinct smell, but the aroma of soup broth lingers ever so slightly. The décor isn’t anything to gawk at but, (as with most Asian restaurants) the most run down, or the one with the tackiest décor usually has the best food (just a small tip)! They recently changed out a lot of the chairs and tables so it is a tad comfier now (not that it was lacking before). The menu mostly consists of Pho soups (which is what they are known for) but on the back side of the menu is an array of dishes such as: delicious Vietnamese sub sandwiches ($5.00), savory rice plates ($12.50), and their delectable, crispy, fantastic chicken wings ($7.50). The beef stew with rice noodle in soup is a personal favourite. It’s filled with beef, long pho noodles, and rich broth with a little bit of a kick to it ($9.00/10.00). If you’re planning to buy a drink to partner with your meal, I recommend their iced coffee with condensed milk ($4.00); there is nothing like authentic Vietnamese iced coffee with its perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness. My family’s been a regular of the restaurant for so long they always greet us at the door every Friday when we visit! Overall the reasonable prices for such splendid food, the casual comfortable atmosphere, and the lovely service make this an excellent place to pop into for lunch or dinner with your family.

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