I came here for lunch on the weekend. I ordered the beef pho, lemongrass chicken with rice, prawn fritters, and tofu. I also ordered jasmine tea for my drink and it was brewed quite nicely. Overall, the food was delicious. Very well seasoned and balanced and also a fairly large portion. I liked that the prawn fritters and the pho comes with fresh herbs. My favorite dish was probably the tofu - I'd recommend that but all were great. The prawn fritters can be a bit oily but it's balanced out with the lettuce and herbs. The lemongrass chicken is nice and juicy but it does come with the skin. Be sure to make reservations in advance as this place gets very busy. The interior and décor is nice, although some seats can be a bit cramped. It is also fairly loud in here. The bathroom was not in the best condition when I went. The service is good, although I think a lot of the staff were fairly new. Many just seemed to be generally confused and disorganized. Our server was great though, checking in from time to time and also giving us extra cutlery and bowls to share without asking. We packed up some of food, but it was strange because not all of our food was packed. I'm not sure what that was about. read more

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UPDATE: My family and I were actually able to dine on a Monday evening to celebrate a graduation and it was an amazing experience! The entire staff from hosts, to bussers, to servers, and bartenders were extremely attentive, welcoming, efficient, and knowledgeable. We come from a Vietnamese background and the flavours are definitely inspired by our culture and done in a very good way. The entire restaurant is also lovely and reflects the upscale take on the cuisine. I was skeptical at first, worried that Lunch Lady would not live up to its hype, but I honestly think the team did a great job expressing the culture with an elevated take and would definitely recommend this place for special occasions. Our server, Brian took great care of us and was very personable with our graduate and it just felt refreshing and a nice touch. My dad, who's extremely picky with Toronto restaurants, absolutely loved it and wants to put the rest of the family on. read more

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Been looking forward to trying this spot! Went on a weekday night for their dinner menu (I did hear some people prefer their lunch menu). We tried out a couple dishes including their beef carpaccio, crispy prawns, bo lac luc, pho bo wagyu, and their che ba mau. The beef carpaccio was flavourful and complemented well with the taro chips - gave it a nice crispy/texture. Solid dish. The crispy prawns were crispying!!! - very satisfying crunch but the nuoc mam is a must with this. The pho bo wagyu was honestly quite disappointing - as they said, I'm sure it's cooked for over 24 hrs. It was quite fatty and rich and tasted healthy, however, lacked flavour. The raw wagyu zabuton was nice. The bo luc lac was also just okay for me - it was difficult to chew and i did not really enjoy the sauce that paired with it (i was quite full at this point though). The che ba mau was pretty good too - not your classic che ba mau though. I found the food to be quite westernized/fusion Vietnamese (personally i prefer classic Vietnamese food). The menu doesn't actually have much of the classic dishes "the lunch lady" used to serve except on specific days. For the hype, i found it pretty underwhelming and overpriced. The service was good and super nice vibes though. read more

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The service here was fantastic. The front staff and service staff were so friendly. We got a bunch of things to share - octopus skewers, duck salad, fried tofu, eggplant, garlic noodles, crab fried rice, and Vietnamese coffee tiramisu. All the food was amazing. The octopus was so tender and the dishes were all so flavorful. The tiramisu was the only disappointment. It was kind of runny and not very well set. But overall, I'd keep going back. read more

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I went to Lunch Lady with a 6pm reservation on a weekday. There was a very short line when we arrived but were seated within 5 minutes. Alll of the employees were very friendly! We ordered the morning glory and beef carpaccio as appetizers, crab fried rice, garlic noodles, and pork chop as mains. Everything was absolutely delicious but if I had to go back for one thing I'd be the 3 layer dessert!! read more

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Normally, a bowl of pho is a single person affair but at The Lunch Lady their wagyu noodle soup ($36) warrants sharing unless it's the only dish you're eating. A large stone bowl of rice noodle, fresh herbs, and a slow poached egg arrives with thick slices of tender beef cheek, a couple hunks of ox tail, and a bone marrow protruding that we're told to scrape into the dish and mix before eating. As if that's not enough, a plate of thinly sliced raw wagyu accompanies that's added tableside to make a carnivore's heart sing. Since so many items are added to the broth, it really needs to be hotter, ideally sizzling in the bowl is first presented. Maybe the restaurant is worried about liability issues with the tiny tables, not wanting to burn customers, but the soup is barely hot after everything's put in. At least the broth is tasty. The first spoon revealed a decent soup that morphs into something even better by the end as the rich oils from the bone marrow & wagyu and herbs permeate the broth. Make sure you have multiple bowls throughout the meal. What a brilliant idea to separate the shrimp from its shell in the crispy prawns ($24) prior to deep frying. As both cook separately, the shrimp finishes quicker, and the shell becomes brittle enough to eat. Served six to an order there's plenty to go around and are fried to perfection so it's crispy but still juicy. The enlarged surface area does make it a bit difficult to dip into the chili lime sauce, you'll need to angle and squish to reach the bright condiment. To counteract the shrimp's heaviness, the beef carpaccio ($24) was a great companion dish. The plethora of basil, mint, perilla, crispy shallots, and crushed peanuts seemed overwhelming at first sight, but somehow the beef filet held up against the garnishes. Topped with a lime vinaigrette, it does make for a flavourful bite that cuts the greasiness of the oilier fried shrimp. The Lunch Lady don't skimp on crustacean in the crab fried rice ($36). A small palm full arrives on top as proof of the abundance and we're told to mix it in before eating. To ensure the pungent XO sauce doesn't overpower the crab, only a bit is added to the dish, while more is mixed into a soy sauce that can be used to taste. Textures are abound in their fried rice as some grains are deep fried along with crunchy fish roe. As a person who doesn't love having things stick to my teeth, these crispy bits were a tad annoying but the dish delicious enough that I wasn't annoyed for long. Surprisingly, the fried rice was even better reheated the next day as the flavours meld together and the crispy bits soften. Since the tables are small, getting the timing of serving right is so important. We visited on the third week of The Lunch Lady's opening, and they still need to work on pacing. While a complaint during the first two weeks was the meal moved too slowly, the brigade (seriously there were almost twenty people in the kitchen) over corrected with dishes flying out at breakneck speed. Luckily, our server provided time warnings with military precision. As the pho was presented, she noted the fried rice would arrive shortly, so we slid all the accompaniments into the bowl to clear the plates and make room for the second main. If you're there for a leisurely meal, it's not the greatest. Personally, I'd recommend visiting as a table of three, you'll get a larger table so you may not need to rush finishing dishes. Or perhaps wait before visiting The Lunch Lady as they get their timing better. Visiting with three people will also allow you to try more as the portions are sizeable and I couldn't even think of dessert. At least the cà phê martini ($18) worked as a dessert, an espresso martini made with aromatic Vietnamese coffee and very boozy thanks to vodka, Licor 43, and Bolivar coffee liqueur. read more

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3.5 stars but rounding to 4. Lunch Lady arrived in Toronto with much hype, and it was yummy and flavourful, but a bit on the pricey side. We opted to order almost one of everything from the menu - standouts for me were the beef short rib rigatoni (shocking), the crab fried rice, and the duck breast with a cabbage slaw. The wagyu pho felt a bit gimmicky (just tasted like every other pho but slightly more fatty) and the steak was also super fatty. The coconut clams were good but slightly difficult to eat, and the octopus skewers were super spicy! The deep-fried prawns were good too (albeit a bit weird to be served with the shells partially removed) as was the soft shell crab. A decent meal overall but not my favourite Vietnamese place, by far. read more

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Visited this restaurant for the first time for my mom's birthday and the experience was incredible. We ordered the pork tomahawk and the wagyu pho and both were phenomenal. The pork was extremely tender and flavourful with a wonderful balance between the savoury flavour of the meat itself and the tangy vinaigrette and fresh herbs it was served with. The pho broth was perfectly seasoned and with a bold umami flavour and the brisket and ox tail were so tender they melted in your mouth. The dessert was also very memorable and possibly my favourite part of the meal. The cake itself was spongy and light but with a subtle pandan flavour and paired perfectly with the coconut ice cream and slightly acidic red bean strawberry puree. Our server and was very attentive and kind and the ambience was perfect for a casual-fine dining experience. A must visit establishment for Vietnamnese cuisine. read more

Lunch Lady - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Overall, Lunch Lady was decent but nothing special. Topped off with the fact that they are a bit pricey, I'd say it was a bit disappointing. Food wasn't bad by all means. I had the lemon grass chicken which was pretty good and my wife had the duck breast egg noodles which was very mid in my opinion. What caught me off guard a little was the bill. Between my wife and I, we had the 2 dishes, 1 coffee and 1 dessert which cost us $100. Definitely overhyped and overpriced restaurant. You can definitely find better authentic Vietnamese food elsewhere in or around the city at half the price point. read more

Lunch Lady - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The location is relatively spacious and the interior is pretty cute. Noise levels are good for conversation which was great! Service was also decent and I liked the explanation that came with each dish along with suggestions for how best to enjoy it. The garlic noodles were a big let down, didn't taste that great but the pandan dessert was amazing!! Would go back to try a few more things and for the Pandan dessert. We also got the octopus and crab fried rice that I enjoyed. But overall the experience with the food was just okay. read more

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I never got the chance to go in Vancouver so I was so excited when they opened one in Toronto. I have tried making last minute reservations a few times but wasn't able to. Ended up getting a reservation 3 weeks in advance. I came with a group of 10 and they gave us a semi private crescent round booth table. It was the perfect space for a bigger group. I got their Sunday special, the duck noodle. And my partner got the lemongrass chicken. We both liked the chicken more. Then chicken was juicy and flavourful. Love how there's an egg on top of the rice. The duck noodle was very similar to a wonton noodle but with a sweeter broth which I wasn't a fan of. The desert was delicious and a must. A perfect way to end the meal. Really unique texture and not super sweet. It is filling and can be shared amongst a few people. The host and our servers were all friendly. They have a very strict no outside drink policy. We had a few half finished coffees and they made us finish it or throw it out. read more

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The food was delicious. The carpaccio was good, but honestly, I could just settle for any other cheap meat. I loved the taste, though, and it paired well with the taro chips. I did find the taro chips to be unevenly seasoned, and the crispy shallots were soggy. The pho broth was so rich and the meat was so tender and good. I couldn't identify what meat I was eating, I just knew it was delicious. It was such a huge portion too, but at some point it was too rich and savoury which made it hard to finish. The tiramisu was good, but it was just a good tiramisu. Nothing too special at all actually. The wait was long, but they offered to text us when a table was ready which was very accommodating and worked out well, especially since we had no reservation and it was on a Saturday. Our waiter was very nice, but we had to wait a long time for them to take our order and serve us. The atmosphere was beautiful and I loved the decorations. It was a gorgeous space, but very crowded. I was so close to the table beside me, I might as well have just sat with them. read more

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THere's so many Vietnamese spots in ossington but Lunch Lady has captured my heart. Prices are a bit steep but for good reason. I have always believed that Vietnamese food has always been slept on - for the level of effort and flavour and time that goes into the dishes, why aren't the prices on par with their Italian and French counterparts? Lunch Lady is proof that when you value your effort and work, people will respect you more. And this beautiful location doesn't just serve up vibes, the food is by far the best Vietnamese food I have ever tasted. Thế beef carpaccio had the right amount of shrimp paste funk, thế freshness from the veg, acidity from thế lime, and crunch from the crispy shallots. The octopus skewers with spicy green chili sauce is excellent with a cold beer. Thế crab fried rice? So filling, and perfect as a sharable. Thế showstopper though: thế coconut curry clams with Chinese dough fritter. My mouth is salivating at just thế recollection of it. The broth was so balanced, I drank all of it up and left my plate spotless. Thế tarot cubes provided just the right amount of starch to thicken thế soup, and the clams were cooked enough so that you could still feel it's softness when you bite. We also got a surprise from our bartender Steven and Mike - since it was my birthday we got a pandan cake with strawberry or rhubarb Sauce, with coconut icecream - as the gen Zs say, thế coconut was coconuting. And then they gave me a sweet birthday card and postcard and Polaroid as a gift y'all really know how to make a girl feel special. You bet your sweet ass I'm coming back here - there's so much more ơn thế menu I need to try. If this is the future of Vietnamese cuisine, I will happily continue to support this business. I hope you continue to show the world thế excellency of Vietnamese cuisine. read more

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Lunch. Place was jumping and packed. Service as good as you will get anywhere in the city. Three appetizers and a main more than enough for two of us. Loved the duck. Carpaccio was perfect. Will go back and try dinner sometime in future. read more

Lunch Lady - Chicken and rice - more than enough to share - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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My friends and I had Lunch Lady on our "want to try" list for quite some time and we finally made it. Interior wise, the restaurant has a modern look with the dash of Vietnamese ambiance. We started off with the grilled octopus with the green vinaigrette and beef carpaccio. Both were extremely simple dish but well executed. The start was strong! Then we moved onto the entrée where we got the fried rice with crab, clams with coconut sauce, and then duck salad with the slaw. The fried rice and the clams were nothing special in my opinion. They tasted good, but it didn't live up to the hype. The duck were extremely tender, I would eat that again for sure. Then we ended with the three layer dessert which was a Pandan sticky rice cake with condensed milk icecream, strawberry red bean puree and mung bean streusel. It was a nice way to end the meal but it was getting too sweet on the palate in the end. I think it needed a tart component to balance everything out. The strawberry was the perfect addition in concept but I think it lacked the execution. Will I come back here on a heartbeat? Probably not. But I wouldn't mind to grab a bite here and again if I'm in Ossington again. read more

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Great take on Viet classics! I loved seeing some classic dishes on the menu that you don't normally find in a typical Viet restaurant. Our personally favourite was the tamarind clams and crab fried rice. There's a nice crunch that we noticed with the rice!!! Note: Dishes are small portions, if you more than 2, you'd have to order multiples. Service was top notch with every staff member taking notice and participating in serving us and explaining each dish. We also had a dj during dinner service, a nice added touch to the vibes of the restaurant. *reservation 100% recommended, and they book out weeks in advance if you want a weekend. I'd come back but not anytime soon, the price point is higher, weekend reso are hard to get on a whim and smaller portions. read more

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When we heard that Lunch Lady was coming to town, we knew we had to get over there post haste. So we showed up about a week after they opened without a reservation and were turned away, despite plenty of empty tables. Undeterred, I made a reservation for the following week and we managed to snag amazing seats right in front of the kitchen. Honestly, it was an amazing place to sit. Just watching the many chefs doing their thing turned out to be seriously cool and very mesmerizing. But we weren't there for the view. I was interested in pretty much everything on the menu, but I finally decided to go with the Lemongrass Chicken on Rice ("grilled chicken thighs, jasmine rice, scallion oil, pork crackling, fried egg, green chili sauce, crispy rice"). It arrived a short time later and sure looked tasty. I took one bite of the chicken and immediately knew I was eating something special. It's just so insanely flavorful and well-cooked. It's probably the best chicken of this type I've ever had, actually. All the other components worked just as well, too, and proved a perfect complement to that excellent chicken. I inhaled this dish. I'll definitely be returning to Lunch Lady, but I can pretty much guarantee you I'll never order anything but the Lemongrass Chicken on Rice. read more

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Beef carpaccio: still a fav. * Chips & dip: dip slaps. Chips were a little thin & unevenly salted tho. * Octopus skewers: beautifully charred & goes nicely with the green chilli sauce. * Duck salad: light & refreshing, just wish the sauce had more of that gingery zing. * Garlic noodles: buttery, creamy, & rich but heavy. Could use a bit more garlic, imo. * Crab fried rice w/ foie gras: very well-seasoned but slightly salty for me (not in a bad way!). Maybe ease up and let the sauce on the side do the work. * Tamarind clams: loved the sweet-sour tang, but a thicker sauce would coat everything better. * Steak Luc Lac: not quite for me. I think the sauce leaned more five-spice/mei kuei lu chiew than peppercorn & felt better suited for roasted duck or pork belly. * 3-layer dessert: would've been more fun with that bouncy Vietnamese honeycomb cake aka bánh bò texture, but still a creative take. The puree adds a nice touch and keeps it not too sweet. * Drinks: Tropic Thunder was refreshing but the pandan was barely there. Pandan coffee was bold the way Vietnamese coffee should be but again, too light on the pandan. The food is creative, the space is beautiful, & the staff is also lovely. I'm always excited to see Vietnamese food done in new, playful ways. read more

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Bumped up to 5 stars because our server Brian was friendly and very patient with our table. He seemed knowledgeable about the menu and gave us lots of suggestions. The host at the front was super friendly as well. The toronto location is really big and spacious! the interior is stunning and luckily my group got to sit in the nicest booth in the restaurant! For starters, we got the taro chips, soft shell crab, and beef carpaccio. I felt the appetizers fell short on flavour and portion sizing. Both the taro and soft shell crab had a strong green dip. Beef carpaccio is on the tougher side, I like it on the softer side. For sure get the Luc Lac Steak, easily one of my favourites! Had in vancouver, and tastes the same but the price different is a lot. Added on Foie Gras (worth it). The Pork Tomahawk was delicious, big portion perfect with a side of rice. Garlic noodles were very buttery and strong garlic flavour BUT adding crab definitely made it better as the garlic flavour is very overpowering. FYI definitely ask for peppers/spice to enhance your dish flavour ;) Cocktails were pretty and typical, I'd say the best one was Calamansi. The Che Ba Mau 3 layer dessert was one of the best desserts i've had!! Please try it. Overall, worth trying at least once but appetizers fell short but the mains like luc lac and pork tomahawk were worth it. read more

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Had a really enjoyable meal here. Lunch Lady has that trendy but still welcoming kind of vibe, and the food looked just as good as it tasted. Everything we ordered felt thoughtful and well-balanced. The pho was especially comforting, with a rich broth and really tender meat, while the grilled pork dish had great flavor and a nice char. We also tried the crispy seafood appetizer, which was light, crunchy, and really fun to share. I liked that the dishes felt elevated without losing that comforting, satisfying quality. The atmosphere was lively but still relaxed enough to enjoy a proper meal and conversation. Definitely a great spot if you want something a little more stylish than casual takeout, but still warm and flavorful. read more

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Had a really good time here with some friends. We ordered the platter for 2 and tomahawk pork steak for 4 ppl and it was enough for us 4. The taro chips and the beef carpaccio was really good together just as our server told us. The octopus skewer was average- didn't love it and didn't hate it. The steak was really good as well and lastly the pork tomahawk was really good as well. The service was attentive for the most part. However, the mains took forever to come out. We go out apps quite fast. But the mains the steak took around 40 mins. And then the tomahawk pork took another 20 mins. We had to follow up with our server as we were just talking non stop waiting for the food to come out but no one really came to follow up on our table until we flagged someone down to ask how long our mains will be. read more

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The Lunch Lady of Saigon was a very satisfying stop. The food arrived surprisingly quickly after ordering, which made me feel like some of the dishes may have been prepared in advance, but everything was still quite delicious and enjoyable. The standout for me was definitely the crispy shrimp shells.. they were so good, light, crunchy, and incredibly addictive. The service was fast and efficient, which suited the casual dining style of the restaurant really well. The ambience felt lively and relaxed, with a comfortable, no-fuss atmosphere that made it easy to just sit back and enjoy the meal. Overall, it was a great spot for flavorful Vietnamese food, quick service, and a casual, welcoming setting. read more

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Worth the hype, can't wait to come again. We got the tasting menu for dinner and everything just hit. Everythiiingg. Service was prompt and friendly. read more

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From the hostess to the servers, cooks and chef the reception was a warm welcome. we had chef table seats and were able to watch the cooks, chef and servers work seamlessly. The food as incredible. Having been in the hospitality business for 30 years, it is next to impossible to find this type of restauarant , with the care, dedication and quality of food and service these days! We will definatley be back and highly recommend this hidden gem! read more

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We were really excited to try this place and even made a reservation beforehand, which I'd recommend to save time. Unfortunately, I left a bit disappointed--maybe we just ordered the wrong dishes, but everything got a little greasy by the end. For the same price, I think there are quite a few other Vietnamese spots that are just as good, or even better. Worth to try but probably wont visit again. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night with a group of 10, reservations placed ahead of time. FYI- When you have large groups, the default is family style menu. Therefore as a large group expect to spend minimum $70pp-90pp (with drinks). No substitutions can be made unless allergies (which they can accommodate). FOOD: - Taro chips & dip 4/5 - light, crispy taro chips with a green chili aioli. Loved the aioli, it was so flavourful and fresh. Complimentary to the chip. A greater starter. - Beef carpaccio 4/5- wagyu beef topped with a lime vinaigrette. A lil on the citrusy, tart side, it was tasty but I personally wasn't a huge fan. It was a light, refreshing starter. - Octopus skewer - 4/5- chargrilled octopus with a green chili sauce. Bbq skewered octopus, a light protein starter, complimented well with the chili sauce. - Duck salad 5/5 - one of the dishes I enjoyed thoroughly, the duck was cooked and caramelized just right. Tender and melts in your mouth. The salad was a mix of cabbage, banana blossoms, coriander, crispy shallots, and vermicelli. Topped with a light ginger chili salad dresser. It was a great dish, I would recommend. - Crispy prawns - 5/5. Crispy prawns, a generous portion, with a floating shell. Initially I didn't think I would be a fan of eating the shrimp with shell on, but to be honest, I didn't even taste it! It was actually very flavourful shrimp; seasoned just right. Complimented well with their lime sauce. - Garlic Noodles - 3/5- honestly was hoping to be a fan of these noodles, but It was just okay. Egg noodles with XO garlic butter, poached egg and parmigiano. Nothing really stood out to me, flavours were just ok. It was tasty, but nothing I would necessarily reach back for imo. - Crab fried rice - 4/5 - crab fried rice, crispy bits and mixed with fish roe. Flavourful with a lil kick to it. Complimented with soy sauce to add more flavour as you please. - Steak Luc Lac -5/5- 8oz rib eye + fois gras, with a side of cassava chips. Was pleasantly surprised the this dish and the steak was perfectly cooked, packed with flavour. The drizzled sauce over the steak was light and umami, scallion butter. - Coconut clams - 4/5- the sauce was a yellow curry sauce, served with Manila clams. Tbh, it was yummy, but not a huge clam fan. But if you are, it's worth to try! - Three layer dessert- 5/5 - the star of the show!!!!!!!!!! Pandas rice cake, chewy like mochi, topped with coconut condensed milk, gelato, strawberry puree and wow. This, I would come back for. If I could recommend a dish, it would probably be this. (Haha I know right, it's dessert!) but I guess they really do save the best for last. - Vietnamese coffee tiramisu- 5/5 also a great dish if you're a tiramisu fan. I would get both this and he three layer dessert if you want haha. Overall great flavourful profile, Vietnamese coffee forward, and a good balance of lady fingers and marscapone. - Ube cheesecake -3/5 - a lil heavy on the cheesecake, not so sweet, dense, and Ube was nice, but I thought it was a little heavy for finishing the meal with. SERVICE: - for a large group I thought the team did a great job attending to our table. Refilled our drinks, explained all dishes well, and was very attentive to clearing dishes when completed. Even was able to offer to go boxes when we couldn't finish the food! - service for a big group was great. ATMOSPHERE: expect to make a reso ahead of time otherwise you'd be stuck waiting. Upon arrival to the resto there was a line out the door. When entering, quite a lot of seating, ideally for small groups. The area where we had sat was a private room towards the back. Overall; a great Michelin recommended restaurant. I would come back! read more

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Book a reservation 2-3 weeks in advance - this place is very popular! We came on a Tuesday weeknight and it was pretty full and cozy. Service was great, waitress was knowledgeable in introducing each dish and recommending popular dishes. Our favourite dishes were the garlic noodles and the che ba mau dessert. Looking forward to trying the other dishes on their menu. read more

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The Lunch Lady was a great experience. Make reservations weeks ahead as they book up quick! Decor is beautiful. We had the most amazing server. Drinks are phenomenal. Loved the egg coffee. The wagyu pho was good, but broth could be more flavorful. The bun bo hue was better. For the price you pay, my expectations were much higher. read more

Lunch Lady - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Came here for the tasting menu and added a couple of dishes. Food was really good! A lot of complex flavours and great dipping sauces. Servers were attentive and had some great suggestions. Was a cozy date spot and definitely somewhere you'd impress your first date. A little bit on the pricier side. Our meal came to $215, so something to consider if you're going. Would come back to try other dishes! read more

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Outrageously good. The best pho you'll ever have. Hands down. Amazing service. The crispy shrimp it out of this world. read more

Great place to visit. This place is quite busy even though they do take reservations now but still need to line up when they first open on a weekend so I guess it doesn't really matter if you made reservations or not over the weekend as they will try to sit whomever line up first? but you will be guarantee a table with a reservations. I still think they should have two lines, one for the reservations and one for walk in. My friend chose to sit on the patio, which was quite nice, with the weather being warm and all. Our waiter was ok but could have been more apt at making suggestions. I suggest going for dinner and with a bigger group so can try more things. Also, can eat more at dinner than lunch. The place is nicely decorated inside.. I am so sad that I missed a chance to try them when in Vancouver and meet the lunch lady in person. After your meal, head over to Bang Bang Ice Cream next door. read more

We came here for lunch after seeing everyone talking about it. It was a disappointing experience. The pho lacked flavours and the service was non existent. The place itself is cute and decorative. It was lively with music and what not. Our server basically didn't serve us, we had to wave him down for everything. Won't come back. read more

Came here after seeing it all over media. It was a disappointing experience. We order the panda and egg viet ice coffee, the drinks were good. We ordered the tomato soup special for Wednesday and a beef pho. The crab noodle soup was good, it had good portions of toppings and noodles. The beef noodle was disappointing, the it had the least amount of noodles and beef I have ever seen from a viet restaurant. It also lack flavours. The table next to us was severed a raw dish that they had to recook. We also felt like we didn't get any services, the tables next to us had servers checking in on their meal and what not. While we waited and didn't see anyone come by to get the finished dishes. We had to wave down a server to get the bill. The environment itself is cozy, it has a good selection of seatings. Overall, not worth the hype as the food/service didn't live up to our standard. read more

this is my favourite restaurant in toronto. actually so impressed and speechless at everything here. we didn't make a reservation but was able to secure 2 seats at the chefs table. it was still very intimate and a great spot. our server was so kind and constantly checked up on us, and made great recommendations. we got the set dinner for 2: taro chips, octopus skewers, carpaccio. the chips were light and airy, and the dipping sauce was so fresh. the carpaccio was flavourful and perfectly seasoned. (secret hack: try the carpaccio with the chip n dip). the copious skewers were delicious. the steak was tender and cut perfectly. garlic noodles with the crab meat felt just like home and so yummy! the highlight of our night was the dessert - the triple layer dessert. it was pandas with sticky rice and ice cream with strawberry sauce. i seriously was so speechless over this one! must try!! it was a lightly sweet treat which we enjoyed after some heavier mains. we're so coming back and it's a perfect 10/10. no notes. read more

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Make sure you eat relatively quickly because there is a 2 hour limit! They were pretty quick to bring the bill once that 2 hour mark came. The place does have plenty of seating, but there are more people who come in for a table as it approaches dinner time. As for food, the chips & dip were surprisingly the best part of the meal, but everything else was pretty solid. I wouldn't order their bone marrow again, but I wouldn't be against getting the garlic noodles and the beef carpaccio if someone else wanted them. I would definitely go back to try some other menu items! read more

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Came on a Wednesday for lunch and it was packed. Highly recommend reservations vs. walking in. I had the chicken on rice and soft shelle crab. The chicken was super moist and flavorful - I really enjoyed this dish and liked their version better than other Vietnamese restaurants because of the chicken cut they use. Soft shell crab was crunchy and tasty - worth a try but not my favourite in general. Overall it was good but nothing spectacular. The menu was limiting due it pork restriction and I felt like the prices and what you get for some of the standard Vietnamese dishes were more than other places for similar plating. read more

The food was incredible and the staff was warm and friendly. The recommendations were fantastic.

Genuinely such a fantastic meal. We had early dinner reservations before heading to the CNE, and this place did not disappoint. I will be dreaming about the crab fried rice for years to come. The vibe of the restaurant is really vibrant and modern. It has a completely open kitchen concept in the back of the restaurant which was cool to see. Our waitresss was extremely informative of the menu and such a nice person. Go go go! read more

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The Wagyu Pho probably had 2 lbs of meat in it. It was a small plate size of thin cut wagyu, but it had a thick slice of brisket and 2 pieces of oxtail. Overall great setting, very attentive staff, delicious food and a wonderful spot to bring your friends and family read more

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Came by as we were able to make a reservation, this location was recently opened. We've had lunch lady in Vancouver and it was so delicious. We were sat immediately upon arrival. I ordered the vegan tofu pho. It was delicious, only thing is the tofu is fried tofu pops. The Vancouver location has actual fried tofu that was much yummier. The broth was very good as usual. My friend had the Wagyu pho and loved it, she confirmed it tasted the same as Vancouver. The pandan dessert with ice cream was yummy, great way to finish off the meal. Server was super friendly and nice. Make a reso and try out this place! read more

Lunch Lady - Tofu vegan pho & Wagyu pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Toronto, Ontario