Such a cute little Vietnamese bistro in Collingwood. We came here to pick up take out after…read moresnowboarding in Blue Mountain, and this place hit the spot! The food is so fresh and packaged so well. The portion sizes were good and food was delicious.

I'd only recommend this place if you're specifically looking for pho near the Blue Mountain area in…read moreCollingwood. Compared to pho restaurants in Toronto, it's pretty average -- but given that food options around Blue Mountain are limited, it's not a bad choice. The portion size is medium (not too small, not too big), and the flavor is decent, just nothing outstanding. On the plus side, the restaurant has a large parking lot, which makes it convenient. So if you're coming back from a ski trip in winter or a hike in summer and craving pho, this spot will satisfy your hunger. Just keep expectations moderate -- it's an average restaurant, but a handy option in the area.

Pho: 10/10 Authentic, beautifully presented & made. Excellent portion, very refreshing Pho broth…read morethat has a clean taste and deep aroma. Pad Thai: 10/10 Nicely Tangy with a decent kick. Beautifully presented. Highly recommended. Take it from a Korean, Taiwanese family. This is our "Pho" place. From Angus all the way to Barrie to Collingwood, we've tried every Pho place and this is definitely our spot. If you don't like the taste of these dishes, it's safe to say that maybe Thai & Viet food isn't for you because they are very good.

Let me start off with what I liked about the place. I find that the food portions were very…read moregenerous. They don't have the Pho in Small, Medium, or Large sizes like in other Pho places I have been. It came in as a standard size which is more than satisfactory for an individual to finish. Orders of the Pad Thai dishes also came out in large servings. Our waiter was also visibly active and can be seen trying his best to provide his best service. What I did not like was the actually customer service we received. Communication alone was a little troublesome. We had a request to see if it is possible to have a little more veggies or greens added to our Pad Thai order. There was some mix up and it did not look like the waiter properly understood our request. Our waiter also appeared to always be in a hurry. After getting seated and not even having enough time to look over the menu, the waiter came to ask what our orders were. We responded that we needed some more time. He also was quick to try to remove any of the dishware from our table. It was perfectly understandable to ask to remove some of the appetizer and side dish plates, but it may debatable to instantly remove the main plate. My companion who finished his meal early left to use the washroom when the waiter came to clear his plate without having requested permission. My companion then came back to an empty spot while me and 1 other was left still eating midway through our meal. I believe there are some societal norms that are universal and should transcend cultures such as never assuming, and always asking first. Another example of this was when the waiter came with a pitcher of water and asked who wants a refill. Only one of us gestured back showing a need to refill the glass. The waiter went on and poured water, then just went on to the next person and was about to start filling in the glass. This guest diner did not actually need his glass refilled and told the waiter the same. There are a lot more of these customer service and restaurant management practices that I observed can be corrected and improved. They already have a good variety of food offered in their menu and their serving sizes are also not bad so improving on their shortcomings will make them an establishment worth recommending.

Georgian Bay Surf Club is one of those rare spots that truly nails both vibes; laid-back by day and…read moreeffortlessly romantic by night. During they offer a casual lunch atmosphere, capped off by the very cool surf shop upstairs (unexpected, but such a fun touch for Collingwood). Come evening, the main floor completely transforms into a stylish, intimate restaurant/wine bar that feels trendy without trying too hard. The menu is thoughtfully farm-to-table with something for everyone; plenty of vegetable-forward dishes alongside well executed meat and seafood options. We ordered widely across the menu: the green salad, roasted carrots, charred cabbage, frites, octopus and marrow tacos, chicken, and the fish special. Every dish felt intentional and balanced with bright acidity where you want it, richness without heaviness, and seasoning that enhanced rather than overwhelmed the ingredients. That said, the octopus and marrow tacos absolutely stole the show. Perfectly cooked octopus, rich marrow, and bold but harmonious flavours. It was easily one of the most memorable bites we have had in a long time. Service deserves a special mention. The wait staff was exceptionally attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm, striking that perfect balance between being present and never intrusive. Between the atmosphere, the thoughtful food, and the standout service, Georgian Bay Surf Club is a place we will definitely be returning to, both for daytime hangs and romantic nights out. A true Collingwood standout.

Delicious, unique, inspiring food. Excellent wine list with unique selections (how often do you see…read moreorange wine on a menu?). Creative cocktails. We had the octopus and bone marrow dishes...unique menu items you don't typically see. The desserts were out of this world! This is a must-go if youre in town.

Service was good and restaurant was clean. Ambiance was good as well…read more Had the rare beef pho and spring rolls. The spring rolls were really oily I had to napkin them. Not enough rare beef to noodle ratio and broth was not very clear and had too much cinnamon taste to it. Probably won't be back here.

We were driving on the way home from Blue Mountain and decided to stop in Barrie for lunch. Found…read morethis Vietnamese restaurant with pretty good reviews. Ambiance: A bit worn out with leather seat peeling so it hurts when you sit with shorts on. It's a bit small so it was hard to accommodate 12 people together. We had to split up. Service: Very accommodating. They moved some tables for us to be closer to our kids and when we called ahead of time they saved us 3 small tables. Food came very fast. Food: Very authentic. Restaurant was owned by a Vietnamese family so you know the food will be authentic. We ordered the Vietnamese spring rolls to start, fresh and crispy. Very flavourful and they used the rice paper for the spring rolls which is the authentic way to make it. We also got the pork and shrimp fresh rolls with peanut sauce so good and fresh. For the mains we got the pho with rare beef, Bun bo hue with spicy beef noodles, grilled pork with spring roll and vermicelli. Also got the grilled pork chop and chicken with rice.. Price is very reasonable and portions are a good size. Will definitely come back!!

Delicious lunch! Serving good to share for two. Had a che dessert to finish the meal - not too…read moresweet but satisfy the sweet craving

Tips: - This place takes debit and cash only…read more - The hot tea is scorching hot. A couple of Wednesdays ago, after work, I had an early dinner at this Pho Anh Vu on Highway 7 in Vaughan, between Keele and Jane streets. I have passed by this eatery a number of times since it opened. It was time to check it out. This location used to be Veg Italiano. There used to be a pho place a few doors down. It is now a Turkish eatery. This small plaza does have some turnover. However, the Turkish place and this eatery have been here for at least a couple of years. I hope they remain. I got here at around 3:30 pm. I had no problem finding a parking spot. I backed into a vacant one and walked in. I was immediately greeted by a male staffer. I got to sit wherever I wanted. I chose a booth by the window. I got menus to peruse. There were two other tables with customers. It was nice. Hot tea came to me with two cups. The hot tea was exceptionally piping hot. I used both cups to pour tea into them and let them cool. I was ready to order. It took a long time to get a server to come over. The woman at the counter noticed that I was ready and flagged the male server to take my order. I got these items: - Soda lemonade - Grilled chicken on vermicelli with spring rolls My soda lemonade came first. It was fizzy, cold, and refreshing. I loved it so much. I would get it again in a heartbeat. It also helped me down my food as I waited for my hot tea to cool down. When my tea was finally at a temperature that wouldn't scorch my tongue, it was fragrant and yummy. I loved the grilled chicken. It was flavourful and grilled to perfection. The vermicelli was generous and yummy. The spring rolls were stuffed and crispy. This dish came with dipping sauce that I ended up pouring on everything. I feel that I needed more of it. I paid at the counter with a debit card. I tapped and was good. This eatery got busy after 4 pm. My guess is that everyone came to watch the Canada-Switzerland FIFA game. It got tense in the place. Eventually, Canada lost this game. I used the washroom before I left. It was beautiful and clean. It's a decent location that serves good food. The tea was too hot. Service started off slow, but was a lot better once my order was place. I'd love to return to try more items off the menu. (280)

It was a family-owned small restaurant in Orangeville. They have a good variety of Vietnam,…read morePhilippine and Thai options. We ordered Pad Thai and crispy pata with steamed rice. The Pad Thai was okay, Ia little bit sour and wet. The crispy pata was good, the pork hock was so crispy. They accidentally ordered large side for me, I think medium side would be enough. The service was great, they offered two free cupcakes to us as a dessert.

Visited this place (takeout) a few months ago as I was on a road trip. It's located in a small…read morestrip plaza by Walmart. Called in my order, waited about 10 minutes and paid and left. From going inside to pay, it's on the smaller side, and not fancy, but the owner was very nice. They are a restaurant that specializes in Thai/Vietnamese/Filipino food. The menu has a bit of everything to please your tummy. I ordered the stir fry chow menu with chicken. The portion was huge, and for $11, a good price for the amount of food, but I found it a tad too salty and too much sauce for my liking. By the time I got it home, the sauce had really soaked into the noodles, which made it swimming in sauce. But I was hungry..lol It's located near Orangeville and seem to be a local favourite.

I love the beef pho here. I have it several times a month. It's the best in Bradford out of the few…read moreplaces here that serve pho and very cost effective. Also the staff is very friendly and courteous.

I've been here a couple times but I usually get my tried and true order which is the chicken banh…read moremi. It's under $10, huge and very generous with the fillings! My family has tried some of the other mains which were not bad but nothing that particularly stood out. I keep coming back for the banh mi! If you're dining in, there's lots of space, nicely decorated, and quick service!

This restaurant was closed the entire summer of 2023, still is. So disappointed, we were really…read morelooking forward to enjoying some local Pho.

Great family restaurant in the middle of no where. Very fast and friendly service…read more The food is fairly legit. Lots of parking outside the "house". A great choice in this area :)

Simon and his wife were very accommodating. My father doesn't eat meat, garlic, onions and is very…read moreparticular for religious reasons. The place is small and seats 4 small tables but the service is fast and the food is made in house.

The chicken Banh Mi was not good at all. Way too much sauce. The worst I have ever had.read more