I have lived in a lot of major Canadian cities; Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal... And in each of those cities I have eaten the so-called "best pho" in town. I always found myself saying the same thing over and over each and every time: "I don't know why, I don't know how, but the best pho in Canada is in Edmonton." And it's at King Noodle House. I first tried them back in 2013, back before I knew how good I was getting it. Unbeknownst to me at the time, King Noodle set a bar that I continued to measure all other pho restaurants against - and very few of them even came close. (Shoutout to Pho Nam Quan in Montreal because they were the only ones that even entered the conversation.) I came to realize what a true gem King Noodle actually is and how lucky Edmontonians are to have them. When I moved back to Edmonton this restaurant was literally my first stop, straight from the airport. Chosen in the Favourite Soup section of the Edmonton Food Faves We Crave 2022 list and also found on my website's Worldwide Faves list (obviously!), King Noodle House is an absolute must. I visited on a Saturday evening and what I once would have considered a hole-in-the-wall is now an incredible palace of pho excellence in my eyes. It's amazing how your perception changes once you know better. You'll find King Noodle House in the heart of Chinatown in the McCauley area - a part of the city that is packed with delicious food (you should probably go there more). The restaurant isn't very big and you won't soon forget the yellow and orange walls. Or the multi-coloured bulbs in the light fixtures. Or the old, old wooden ship? All of this and more awaits you, along with Mustache Man, your expert pho guide. King Noodle's business hours should be noted. They are only ever open until 7pm so if you plan on having dinner you'll need to keep that in mind. Another important factor is that they are CASH ONLY. The incredibly fragrant aroma of broth will tantalize your senses from the moment that you enter the door. Once seated, the impeccably prompt service will begin like clockwork so it's best to make your selections as quickly as possible. On this visit I was hoping to branch out and try a couple of new things while simultaneously sticking to my tried-and-true favourites. Every meal begins with a complimentary pot of tea and it's part of the comforting ritual of settling in. Perfectly steeped jasmine green tea, served piping hot. Sipping on the warm cup, I had arrived and was ready for a wonderful Vietnamese food experience. I don't normally order an additional beverage when I'm at King Noodle but on this visit I wanted to find out what the drinks are like. In true me fashion, I picked one of the beverages that sounded the strangest to me; the #10 Sữa đá Chanh Tươi (Condensed milk with fresh lemon juice and ice - $4.50). This was great! And different and fun! It was very milky but also deliciously refreshing. The condensed milk had a viscous quality to it, especially at the bottom of the glass. The lemon flavour wasn't overpowering and the whole drink was kind of like a creamsicle, except with lemon instead of orange. Plus the glass itself was super cute. I'm glad that I ordered it! The main new thing that I wanted to try was the #38 Nem Nướng (Fried pork balls - $14.95) appetizer. I'd somehow never had these! The food comes out FAST at King Noodle. Once your order is made you won't be waiting more than five or ten minutes before the feast has begun. This is the case whether the place is packed or not. Everything happens very quickly! The pork balls are rust-red in colour and you get a whole bunch of them! The outside of each ball is slightly crisp while the inside is succulent and juicy. I can see why these are popular. Very easy to pop into your mouth, satisfyingly salty and flavourful. We commented that some type of dipping sauce would be a nice addition... But that might be blasphemy. I'm not sure. King Noodle House does offer a few vermicelli and rice bowls to eat but if you're not visiting for the pho I seriously question your motives. There are 35 different pho varieties on the menu because that's what they do. Just get the wonderfully authentic pho. That's your one job. It's all about the broth and King Noodle's recipe has been passed down through three generations. The expertly-made broth simmers for 14 hours before it reaches your bowl and it is a thing of beauty. There are also many types of meat that can go into pho and some of them might feel a bit "advanced." (I'm looking at you: flank, tendon, and tripe.) I have personally been ordering the #13 Pho Tai Gau (Rare steak, well-done brisket - $12.95 for small) for years and years. Some restaurants don't even offer this exact meat combination and that always makes me sad. This is another example of how King Noodle has forever shaped my tastes. The soups are offered in three sizes; small, large, and extra large. I have always found that the small size is plenty for me (and is st read more

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So my foodie friend likes to take me to hole in the walls. I met him here for lunch on a weekday. At arrival I was a little worried because there was no one else in the place at lunch time. I then realized they took cash only. I then proceeded to look at the menu and realized I could only eat like 2 dishes from this place because I don't eat beef. I proceeded to order the chicken soup and I must say that it was one of the tastiest broths I have had in pho. I kind of regretted only ordering a large. Should have sprung for the X-large. The price was pretty fair and you were not going to this place for fancy dining. Typical restaraunt you would find in prime China town. As lunch went on people started to come in, but pretty casual ambience. I would say the food was excellent but had to deduct stars due to options available and cash only option. If you eat beef I would say you should go try their soups! read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Chicken Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

King Noodle is a staple place in Chinatown for pho! They've been selling pho for about 26 years in Edmonton. If you haven't tried them yet, you should try them soon! The owners have indicated they are planning to retire early due to the pandemic and are currently listing their building for sale. I find that their pho portions are big and the broth is seasoned well. You can currently order Pho to go from them by phone or online. On my most recent visit, I ordered through the phone but didn't get a chance to tell them my pick up time before they hanged up. It was a little hassle to go pick up my food earlier than intended but the food was good! read more

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Went here for some pho. Inside is dated. However, it is pretty much the same interior as most restaurants in Chinatown. You don't go to Chinatown for decor. Service was friendly. Menu pretty straightforward with the typical pho dishes, vermicelli bowls, grilled meat and rice. To start I had the spring rolls and grilled pork balls. The spring rolls were hot and tasty, the pork balls were a little dry. Then I had the steak, well done flank, tendon, and beef balls pho. Decent amount of meat, really tasty broth. Complaint here I noticed is that they skimp on the bean sprouts and the basil. I would agree that this is true, and bean sprouts are so cheap and the basil really adds to the dimension of the dish. If you need a warm bowl of pho though, it is worth coming to. I really enjoyed the broth and for a large at a little over 14 dollars, it is well worth it. read more

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I've been going here for years, quite possibly one of the best places for pho out there. The reason why I gave it 1 star is for a few reasons. Last week, I went to king noodle after an appointment. In the post covid world, you are greeted by a temperature check which is fine. You're promptly given a menu. As usual I order the #1 special, very big order and tasty. The menu has changed slightly as the prices have all increase so it's now $14 for the extra large. There are no more condiments, spoons, chop sticks among other things on the table to promote hygiene. I was then asked if I wanted anything to drink. Usually they give you a cup of hot tea on arrival but I guess that's changed or it may be an extra charge?(don't recall tea being on the menu) I just got plain water When the food arrived, it was piping hot. Delicious but it was missing the sprouts and basil and the wedge of lime. I quickly drank the cup of water as I do when the broth is loaded with sodium. No refill or sight of the person. I guess he may be busy. Upon finishing, I got up and went to pay. On leaving the young man(assuming it's the owners so ) opened the locked door for me. Right there I asked him "I noticed everyone else got sprouts and basil with their orders, so they not come with them anymore?". He replied with "we got them, you just have to ask for it". Like really? It's a staple that comes with them. Was it an extra charge that I didn't know of? Usually any reputable place wouldn't hesitate to bring it out considering he was the one who served me. I've been here many times, and he has served me prior as well. This is the first time I went there post covid and I don't think his response was appropriate especially if he asked me if I wanted anything to drink. It's definitely run different compared to most places I've been to and this may be the last time I'll be dining here for a while. The rating I gave it is based mainly on the service aspect and the missing sprouts and the response I got. The broth itself was top notch read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Number 1 extra large No sprouts or basic included - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

This used to be one of my favorite pho joints in town, although I haven't been here in a while. My mom didn't like how "MSG-y" the broth was, complaining that not many pho restaurants do it the real way anymore, and she felt her broth wasn't hot enough to cook all her beef. They were a little cheap on the bean sprouts. I mean, c'mon, bean sprouts are cheap! My mom also didn't like how sparse the tendons were and how cheap they were to cut them into small pieces. Mine was pretty much the same: I had two, maybe 3, pieces of tripe, although the beef did not disappoint. Thinly sliced and just the right amount of fattiness. The regular size is not filling at all, I find that I need the large to tide me over. The XL seems to be just more broth than noodles. Don't expect great service. Limited free parking on the street. The empty lot next to the restaurant used to be free parking, but was converted to paid a few years ago. Free wifi available. Cash only. read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Happy hour special from 3-730pm - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

King Noodle House Pho Hoang is a staple in Chinatown. Or as you probably know it, the moustache man's restaurant. Family run and operated for over 15 years, they continue to do well for themselves. I've been a few times now, with the most recent trip being with two buddies for a late Sunday lunch. The place was bustling, especially given the time (1:30pm). Tables were constantly being turned over the whole time that we were there. Crazy. The interior is simple, small and cramped. Service is a little rough around the edges (moustache man dumped our bowls of pho off with merely a grunt of the order number) but that's pretty normal for Viet restaurants. I think the word I'm looking for is curt. At least the food comes out quick and promptly. - Bun bo hue (#32) ($11.95 extra large) - spicy bun bo hue served with a lemon grass/satay broth, special rice vermicelli, well-done brisket and cold cut Vietnamese style sausages. The broth was tasty and had good depth to it, but I didn't find spicy. The XL gives you a toooon of noodles to slurp up. Perfect for all of us, as we were completely famished. - Steak and beef ball noodle soup (#27) ($11.35 extra large) - my one buddy was already done eating his bowl by the time we were maybe halfway done ours? Impressive. Hit the spot, indeed. - Pho dac biet (#1) ($11.35 extra large) - well-done brisket, flank, steak, tendon, tripe and beef balls noodle soup. The special gets you a bit of everything meat-wise. I could see little goblets of fat bubbling up from the broth's surface. Don't forget, CASH only. King Noodle House hits the spot if you're looking for a bowl of filling, tasty noodles. Is it my #1 choice in the vicinity? Probably not given all the other excellent choices around. But hey, competition is always a good thing. read more

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Came to King Noodle House Pho Hoang for the first time last week as part of the innagural Chinatown Dining Week. King Noodle House Pho Hoang, 10615 97 Street (cash only) Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10am-7:30pm, closed Mondays & Tuesdays Appetizer: spring roll and grilled pork ball platter Main: choice of large bowl of pho When we first sat down I was a little skeptical given the lack of cleanliness around - the walls had food splattered, the wall baseboard heater along the floor was ripped open and I hope was no longer in use. Our table was clean itself but the accoutrements on the table could most definitely use a wash or two. We were quickly greeted by the famous Mustache Man who told us we could choose pretty much any Pho from the menu. The hubs and I opted for a Beef steak pho and a Beef brisket and flank pho. Ordered a side of white rice for the little guy with us (a.k.a. tyrant - child who usually tells us where we can eat). The appetizers of grilled pork balls and spring rolls came out quickly. I was pleasantly surprised as pork balls often aren't my thing but these ones were quite tasty and were perfect with a dollop of hot sauce on top. The spring rolls were okay but nothing like our favourites from across the street at Golden Bird Vietnamese. A few minutes later, our Pho arrived, and boy oh boy were we in for a treat! Usually, I'm a grilled meat and lemongrass kinda gal on vermicelli. It's hubs that loves Pho. But at King Noodle House I devoured my entire bowl! And my little guy liked the noodles! I probably pulled half the noodles out of my bowl for him and he said we could come back - that's a pretty big deal in his books. Hubs also finished his Pho - usually we have some to take home. That's not to say they were small portions - I think something with the -25 Celsius wind-chill outside made us want to consume all the pho! Mustache man checked in with us several times to make sure we had what we needed. There was a bit of a language barrier in trying to order just plain rice for my son but we got through it. Another thing that I really appreciated is that we either weren't charge for his cup of rice, which face it costs like 10 cents. Or we were charged a super small fee like a $1. I really appreciated this as often we just need a cup of rice on the side to keep my little one happy. And nothing agitates me more than being charged $3.50 for 10 cents of rice that was already prepared and sitting in a rice cooker. Thank you Mustache Man! It's a cash only joint - for real so be sure you've got cash on hand before you come knocking to crush your Pho cravings! See you soon King Noodles House, see you soon! read more

I was extremely disappointed with this restaurant. Being in the middle of Chinatown, you would think their pho was good! The broth literally tasted like a thick water doused with nuoc mam. The noodles were undercooked but the meat was decent. I probably would never step foot in here again. read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

So far this is the best valued Pho noodle place in Edmonton that I've been to. The flavor is great. Also Inexpensive price for a big portion size read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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The 'decor' of the place struck me as soon as I walked in. 1970s circa 1982. Brown leathery chairs, mirrors on the wall, strings of little red lights, and of course, the moustache. Such ambiance. Love it. I ordered a small steak and flank - $6.95. Dave got a large - $7 something. As with any place, the soup came out in a matter of minutes. This is potentially the tastiest pho I've had on my pho journey so far! So many noodles (I love noodles), a fair amount of meat (but not too much. I usually can't finish all the meat in pho), not greasy or oily. I like how the little side plate had the hot pepper and some jalepeno slices. And the owner just ads to the mystery of the place. A pretty quiet guy with an amazing moustache, he seemed to be the only person there - in and out of the kitchen - and on his down moments was watching some Asian TV show behind the counter. The great pho, unpretentious decor and mysterious owner all add up to make this a restaurant worth visiting. read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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I finally decided to check his pho place out for the fist time after hearing constant praise for their pho. I took my fiancé with me around 2pm on a Sunday afternoon. There were still quite a few customers in the restaurant at this time which was good to see. When we walked in the moustache man was seated in the far back corner and he just pointed to the table we should sit it - which ended up being a large table for 6. He came around a few minutes later with menus and tea. The tea was lukewarm at best which I found surprising. Shortly after dropping off the menus he came to take pie orders. I ordered a regular sized pho tai (sliced rare beef) and my fiancé ordered #1 (after I suggested he order it from reading positive reviews on that item previously). The order came out fairly quickly, along with the standard plate of beansprouts, basil, lime & chili pepper. We both enjoyed the flavour of the broth and our selections in general. The part lacking here is the customer service. Not once did the moustache man smile or make us feel welcome here. Strictly business it seems. And the place itself is run down with tacky paint colours and lighting. If I could give this place 3.5 stars I would vs. 4 Thankfully the pho makes up for it read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Small #19: rare steak - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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Wow. People weren't kidding when they said this place had good pho! I was really pleased with my bowl of soup and the fact that the staff member who served us (yes, he has the iconic mustache) paid attention to my request for no cilantro. Often I come to pho restaurants and have to spend my entire meal picking out stray cilantro pieces so this was a pleasant change. The decor is nothing special but the food was perfect: exactly what I desired that evening and I will be sure to return again as it was especially delicious! One thing to be aware of is that they only take cash payment. read more

When I flew into Edmonton, I was met with the frigid winters of Alberta. Being from Toronto, it was definitely quite the change in climate. Given this, I thought it would be good to settle down with a hearty bowl of pho. I've asked my friends and they recommended that I check out King's Noodle. As an aside, the exterior was not as sketchy as the degree to which people were warning me. Sure, there are homeless individuals but they're harmless for the most part. Walking in, I was met with a very tacky paint job that was probably done in the 70s. Despite there being only 3-4 tables seated, I was no-nonsensely pointed to a table. It's usually just a habit for me to get the Dac Biet noodle at new pho places to sample everything. I was given a large bowl of pho, usually I order extra large but this large bowl is already comparable to XL at other places. The soup was piping hot, which is definitely a plus. The broth tasted very homemade - which is a double edged sword - it was not as flavourful as it could be - but I appreciate the lack of MSG flavour . The noodles and meat are also great - wonderful portions. The side bean sprouts though looked like it was waiting a little too long to be used. Of course this isn't the best pho I've ever had since I'm from Toronto - but this was a good bowl of pho perfect for the winter. And yes, the moustache man's service is horrible. 3.5 stars. read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Dac Biet #2 - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

The experience began with a pot of traditional tea on our table with four mugs. The menu was simple - beef or chicken - but being an English speaker, ordering was a bit of a guessing game. It didn't matter though, everyone in our group enjoyed their orders. I got a large, and it was indeed large. A giant bowl of soup was filled with noodles, and a generous portion of meat. I can't imagine what the extra large looks like! The food was hot and delicious. The 'Moustache Man' is the iconic face of this restaurant. His catering is friendly but brief - don't expect any conversation. The dining area is small and painted bright yellow and orange. Red and green lightbulb hang from the ceiling and flowers and plastic hearts adorn each table. The dining area seems a little cheap, but don't let that put you off from the fantastic food. They are cash only and parking is hard to find - come prepared. read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

After seeing the many positive reviews online for King Noodle, I decided to give the place another shot. The experiences of many of the writers were so different than mine, i honestly wondered if we had been to the same restaurant. Well, I know we did because I recognized some of the staff. The soup was different though. The portion was bigger - I had a small and it was huge - the noodles were the normal size and thickness that I expect in a rice noodle soup, and there was more meat in my steak and well-done brisket pho. The steak was medium, and almost dissolved into the broth, which grew richer and more flavourful as I ate. My co-worker said the same thing about her chicken pho. And at only $6.95 for a small ($7.95) for a large, it is still one of the best deals going in Chinatown. It's cash only, with quick service. read more

Cash only! Delicious Pho! Mustacio isn't the most friendly but I really like his no-nonsense approach to running a fine soup-house. Unfortunately there are No vegetarian dishes available. read more

The King is about one thing, and one thing only: the broth. That divides most pho-devotees in the city, as you will find Tau Bay lovers or King Noodle lovers, and there are differences, so find your favourite. The meat is alright, but there are better choices for meatballs and for brisket in the city. The noodles are tender, but nothing special. So that leaves the broth. I can only manage to get part of a small bowl down, but it still does not stop me from enjoying it. Even when I lived in Asia I craved this place. I missed the simple things about it - the haphazard "decor", lemon soda, the half smile my husband manages to get from the owner (both share mustache styles), the smell of the just delivered to the table soup. I've always been a fan and will continue to be one even after I move out of Edmonton again. Broth baby, BROTH! read more

I remember back at freshman year, my buddies and I would take the lrt and then walk a couple of blocks in -30 degree just to have a huge bowl of pho there. We always odered the 1st item on their menu, the extra large special. It's the best pho I ever had so far and I doubt I will ever have anything better than that. Too bad I'm moving out of Edmonton soon. I will be missing you, King Pho. read more

When Tau Bay is closed for vacation, I feel like a lamb lost in the woods. What am I to do with myself when the city is overcast, chilly, and rainy? In a reluctant move of desperation, my hubby and I decided to check out King Noodle, as people with more flexibile pho loyalties seem to recommend it. And I have to say, it's good. Hearty bowls, genuine rich flavour -- their broth is different from TB, which I still think has a superior taste, but it's good. Places beyond King Noodle and Tau Bay seem to really fail at the quality of their broth, but King Noodle's broth has no powdery, oily -- or worse yet -- bland taste. The meat and noodle quality is comparable, too. Service is... serviceable, but nothing unexpected. We almost accidentally got someone else's order, but it was split-second rectified. I also appreciate that every table had all the utensils, condiments, and napkins at your disposal, so you don't have to ask. It's a tad more expensive than TB and with less tables, but there is something mildly amusing about the owner's curled moustache. I guess this is a place I would go to the next time I crave pho but TB is closed. read more

Some of best pho in Edmonton if not the best. The broth is rich, fragrant, and flavourful. Not overly salty. The portion size is excellent, and you can order a little or a extra large depending on your hunger. The spicy bun bo hue is also excellent. The spring rolls and grilled meatball appetizers on the other hand were kinda forgetful. The service is super quick, and sometimes rather brusk (especially if it's Mister Moustache) but well worth it. Not sure where the other reviewer was but there is no burgers or western food here of any kind. read more

I am not be a pho connoisseur, but my friends who are swear by this restaurant. I was a little hesitant to go here, as the Chinatown area can be a bit sketchy at times. If you disregard this, you will be greeted with one of the busiest yet most delicious pho restaurant in the city. It might not look like much on the outside, but this is one of Chinatown's hidden gems. Orders here come really quickly and hot from their kitchen. The interior leaves a lot to be desired, but you have to remember you're coming here for the food, and not staying long for the decor. I ordered the King Pho dish. A huge bowl came out with noodles soaked in a rich broth, topped with chicken, shrimp, beef, pork, squid, fish sauce, cilantro, basil, and their signature 'herb thing' (looks like a dandelion). Despite having all of these ingredients, I never felt overwhelmed by the different flavors, nor was I hungry after this. The dish was very satisfying, and the price was very reasonable as well. Make sure you have cash when you pay here. One of the highlights of this restaurant also has to be the owner + chef, who has a big handle-bar moustache. Seeing him makes the place less dodgy. read more

I have to admit, I didn't have high hopes for King Noodle House. No real reason... maybe I was in a grumpy mood or something, but that soon changed. The trophy wife and I ordered the spring rolls/fried pork ball dish and two bowls of pho, both of which include brisket. Everything was absolutely fantastic! I don't know what kind of herb they use in their pho, but it looks like a dandelion and tastes like a super powered cilantro! If any of my pho expert friends have a clue what this is, please let me know! It totally made the pho for me. It is definitely one of the best and flavourful pho that I have ever have and I would absolutely go back, even if to just catch a glimpse of the moustache man again. I have read many other reviews on the moustache man's service being second-rate, but he was awesome for us. He kept our water glasses full, and kept us happy with quickly bringing us anything that we asked for. He even brought our six year old son a bowl of steamed rice and didn't charge us for it. Two thumbs up for that! We will be back, and very soon. The only critical thing I have about King Noodle was as far as decor goes, it could use some upgrading. A fresh coat of paint would do wonders. read more

5/5 stars for the moustache. The food here is great! Big portion sizes and it arrives at your table steaming, within minutes. Get the OG pho. The other soups are just OK here. It's cash only, so hit up the ATM before coming! Speaking of cash, it is just a wee bit pricier than the average pho place. read more

I came to King Noodle House a few weeks ago on a Food Crawl event. I am a fan of pho, but I just don't have it often. I was browsing some news articles about King Noodle being one of the top places to eat, so I was eager to try what they had to offer. We had samples of steak pho, and fried pork balls. I don't know what they put in the broth but I could eat that every day! It's just that good. I knew that we had other places to go after King Noodle, but I ended up eating almost the whole bowl! I can't wait to come back! I'd love to try some other dishes, but I definitely know that the pho is top notch! read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

Hands down the BEST Pho in Edmonton, at the BEST price point. Once you eat at King Noodle, all other Pho venues will not live up to the quality. Broth is very obviously homemade, and tastes great. Noodles, while probably not hand made, are cooked properly and have a good, fresh taste. They're not rubbery, nor are they too soft. read more

King Noodle is a great Pho place. The only downside is that they only accept cash. The service is decent but the food is great. The only thing I don't like about these types of places is that it is a pain in the ass to get water. I guess they figure if it's not generating revenue, then why serve it right?...wrong! I drink a lot of water and when I have to ask for it 18 times, it takes away from the overall experience. If they could keep my damn water glass full, I'd give it another star but for now they get 3. I will always return for a decent lunch but it'll never be my first choice. read more

Amazing Pho, the broth is like no other. Love the vermicelli bowls too! Been going there for years, the owner is a cool cat for sure, nothing but style! read more

I am by no means a Pho expert. I have a couple of friends that are very fond of the stuff and have tried about five different restaurants that serve up some great noodles. I have been to King Noodle a handful of times and I am in love with their soup! It is located in China Town and the building is a little on the old side. Yes, they could probably use some renovations. Some of the best food I have ever had has been in some places that aren't that pretty. King Noodle's Pho has made Tomato's Top 100 Things to Eat list and this article is proudly displayed on each table. I have to agree. The soup is damn tasty! The noodles are always cooked to perfection and the broth is flavourful. The meat has always been tender and tasty. You are given bird's eye peppers, some citrus fruit, bean sprouts and fresh herbs on the side to add to your soup if you wish. There is plenty of sriracha and hoisin sauce on hand if you like that too. The man with the beautiful mustache is polite and efficient but not overly friendly. The food comes out quickly. This last visit we were a little disappointed with the Vietnamese coffee. It was served in a to go cup rather than allowed to drip brew in your cup at your table. Still tasty. You get a great value for your dollar here. The bowls are huge and they don't skimp on the meat or the "extras". It is a cash-only establishment, which I keep on forgetting about. There is pay parking located on the north side of the building. read more

First time here, was expecting it to be five stars. Upon entering, the two of us were told to sit at a table with room for 6, even though some other smaller tables were available. We sat with nobody coming to us for about ten minutes, and I even saw two guys walk in after us, and get seated with menus while we still didn't have menus. So I had to go up and get menus myself, which was when the waiter decided to give us menus too simultaneously, as he must have seen me getting menus myself. Loss of star for poor service at the start. We ordered pho with steak, nothing fancy. Flavour wise, it was delicious. Probably I'd rank rank it pretty high amongst the pho I've had in Edmonton. Now for some odd reason, the moustache man waiter decided to take our plate of pho garnish of bean sprouts, only five minutes after we got our food. That was odd. How were we supposed to fully enjoy our meal? Loss of another star for that. Finally, this place is cash only! Sure they have signs here and there about that, but who expects restaurants nowadays to not accept credit cards, or even debit at least? So I had to leave my wife there while I had to run to Lucky 97 down the street to fetch cash from an ATM. Did I mention too that they sat us at a table for 6? So my wife had to sit there by herself at a big table while a party of at least five was waiting for the table, standing right next by. Loss of another star. Overall, two out of five stars. If not for the service, would have been a five, as the food was actually good. read more

The broth is as good as always, and Mr. Mustache was friendly and funny. I ordered #1 or #2 energy time I came, they are the same but different by size, #2 is enough for me for most time with 1 order of the spring rolls. Nice place for Vietnamese noodles. read more

King Noodle House Pho Hoang - Spring rolls, these are 2orders~ - Vietnamese Near Me - Edmonton, Alberta

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Went to King's and ordered brisket and ve don pho. This was not my first visit there so I am quite confident of King's ability to deliver good pho. The choices of condiment are very good, two types of basils, loads of sprouts, green and red chili peppers and a nice variety of sauces. True to King's usual standard, the broth was superb, clear, aromatic, nice depth of beef flavour with just a hint of fish sauce (unique to their broth I think). The amount of toppings was beyond generous and the portion size is good. My only compliant and why they didnt get 5 stars is the ve don, it is suppose to be skirt flank with the crunchy tendon still attached; well lets say I got the normal flank; not what I was hoping for. Decor wise, old industrial chairs and tables, plastic plants and decors which looked like it has been there since the 80s... in other words, your typical asian diner near Chinatown. $9.50 for a huge bowl of good pho; should you really care about the ambience? Without a doubt, still one of the best place in Edmonton to get a bowl of pho.. read more

We had heard nothing but rave reviews about this place and it has been on our "must try" list for a long time. Perhaps we just hit a really off night, but it was quite possibly the worst pho I have ever had. And we've tried many, many restaurants in town. I got #24 and my friend got #10. The broth was tasteless, the meat was all gristle and fat. I didn't even get through a third of the bowl before I gave up and I guarantee, what I ate was all noodle as the rest was inedible. My friend felt exactly the same. I normally give restaurants a few tries before I write them off, but this experience was so bad that I just can't bring myself to go there again. I'm very disappointed as I had heard such great things about it. read more

I'm an avid Pho eater (3 times a week usually) from Toronto. In general if you want the best food in Canada, you'll find it in either Toronto or Montreal. Unfortunately for me living out east, Edmonton has the best Pho I have ever had. This is all thanks to the man with handlebar moustache, his wife, son and daughter who have put together the best bowl of soup in a very no frills environment with the most simple menu ever. Just soup. Don't look for anything else b'cause you won't find it. I've made this a mandatory ritual for myself for the last couple years whenever I'm in town. With that said I am meeting a freind there today and am looking forward to every ounce of that Pho. read more

Before they moved here from their old location on 107 ave 111th street or something like that, their food, was very good, tasty and worth the money. I used to order the large, the # 1 special on the menu, it comes out fast, in a huge bowl with a good amount of meat. But when they moved to the china town location they are at now, food still comes out fast, but ive found that they give less portions of noodles and meat, and sometimes the soup is flavorless and plain, so i have to add on a lot of the condiments, like hoisin sauce and stuff. They need to change back to their old ways. The decor in the restaurant is a little old, and very small, its like impossible to get a seat there during lunch hours. Its a family run place, the guy with the moustach isnt so polite himself, but his son and daughter are very generous and good servers. I wish i could give this place more than 2 stars, but sadly they have to earn it back. read more

BEST. PHO. EVER. My Vietnamese mother has been going here for many years, even at it's old location. Now, nothing can beat my mom's homemade pho, not even come close. Except for King Noodle's pho. I only started going to King Noodle this year, and I am kicking myself for never going when my mom invited me, years ago. I have had pho almost everywhere in the city, and now I don't even want to continue anymore because this is the end all be all. This pho is AMAZING. Much like a good pizza pie - starts with good crust and good sauce- pho has to start with good broth and the noodles have to be cooked just right. Moustache man's pho is amazing. The broth is fresh and tastes (like my bf has exclaimed his first time eating here) "like STEAK!". Any pho will always have oil tendencies, but this broth is the least oily I've had. As it tastes fresh, like steak and less oily, it's easy to go down. It doesn't make you feel gross and disgusting like many other pho places. It doesn't sit heavy in your stomach even IF you down their massive large bowl completely. The noodles are cooked perfectly and mingle well with the other components of the soup. Most pho places usually overcook their noodles (leave them sitting in the scalding broth) so that it's like baby food (read:mush) when you eat it, or undercook the noodles where they still taste al dente and disgusting (which rice noodles shouldn't be). The noodles you get in your pho at King Noodle, are just perfect. Perfect where it melts in your mouth but you can tell they're noodles and not mush. This place has the two key components that makes great pho. What is also great, is how any other part you can add in the soup from the steak flank, to your bean sprouts and mint leaves, everything is fresh. Noodle to broth ratio - equal enough that you have never have too little noodle. Amazing soup. So far, I only go here for pho, but I've heard great things about their other soups and dishes. A vietnamese friend of my bf loves their Vietnamese coffee and claims it's also the best he's ever had. The only gripes I have (understandable gripes though): location (I live far west end and want to come here often), decor (very 70s/80s shady-dirty like, expected of the area - Chinatown), parking is bad sometimes, chairs feel like it's going to fall apart, not enough room if you have a party of more than 4 and how it's cash only. I don't expect much service coming from a tiny pho house, and moustache man and his son (I believe) work fast and are friendly enough. Don't expect conversation, they are busy people and it's just the Vietnamese way - no offense. ASIDE from all my "gripes" this is my FAVOURITE place for pho. I might even want it more than I want my mom's homemade pho. In her elder years she wants King Noodle's pho more than her own! Lol. King Noodle is really the King of Pho. Believe me. Anyone who doesn't like this pho, hasn't had enough pho in their lifetime, or just doesn't know what they're talking about lol. If you plan on coming here for the first time or often, avoid the lunch & dinner rush, as it's a small place and can only fit so much. Remember, cash only!!!! I feel like I'm going to regret taking a star off, because I feel like this place is perfect. Everything is perfect about the pho I've had, haven't had any other item off of the menu (yet), and well the place could be better and accommodate more. read more

Moustache man! is what I affectionately like to call this restaurant in honor of the owner/chef's awesome handle-bar moustache throwback of King Noodle House. I have been a moustache man fan since the day of his tiny, dingy, dirty tin box dive on 107th avenue and 111street. Now that he's moved to a larger, (slightly) cleaner box on 97th street, it is nice to see that not much has changed. The way I see it, the dirtier and more aesthetically unappealing an establishment is but is still filled with hungry satisfied masses lined out the door, all the more amazing the food must be as it must stand on its own with nothing to hide behind. As a self-proclaimed pho-connoisseur in a world of highly debated area of expertise as pho and pho-soup, I will stick out my neck and declare moustache man's pho to be the best in Edmonton, if not Canada. I admit I have not tasted every pho-joint in all of Canada, but until I try a place that is better, moustache man reigns #1 in my go-to-pho joints. I feel the best and only way to appreciate with clarity a good pho is to have pho with rare steak. Simple flavours not clouded or distracted by too many "ingredients in the pot". Moustache man's soup is rich and hearty; a deep and developed flavour that's rounded and bold. Aromatic spices that enhance the full meaty tones and pungent sweet notes that I believe come from fish sauce and grilled squid. However rich, the soup is also light and fresh tasting at the same time with the flavours of cilantro, mints, and basil. On top of regular basil that most pho-joints offer with your pho, moustache man also has this dandelion-leaf looking herb (I believe you can buy it at lucky 97) that is unique to Noodle King House; it's definitely tasty and adds another dimension to the broth. The only downside is that they take cash only and are closed on Tuesdays. So if you are getting those withdrawal shakes like I often do and the pho-addiction is acting up, make sure you've got some change in your pocket and head on down to moustache man's place. read more

I tried this place once when Tau Bay was closed for summer last year. In my opinion, Tau Bay is the best. Their broth is good, but not as good as Tau Bay. I find it very strange that they serve pizza and burgers. I prefer the spirit of Tau Bay who only serve what they are famouse for. read more

Yes, the soup is delicious. But I was disappointed because I look for the overall dining experience and King noodle did not deliver. The owner himself served us on multiple occasions and I have never seen him smile. When asking for more tea because the teapot has been sitting empty for a good 30 min, (despite only one other table being in the restaurant), I literally felt the steam come out from the owners nose as he reluctantly went to get us tea. On multiple occasions, we have felt rushed to eat our noodles as he is quick to offer to remove our dirty dishes from the table, even when we were still sipping at the soup. The soup itself has a lot of flavour, but is not as hot as I would prefer. We are not picky customers at all, so I wonder how those situations end up at that restaurant. Overall, I've had better soup, service, and pricing... Elsewhere. read more

Maybe my favorite of the many pho places in Edmonton. Cash only, so put away your little debit card.