Ottawa Pho Showdown: These 3 Restaurants Had Me Eating Pho 5 Days Stra

As a self-proclaimed pho connoisseur, I've slurped my way through Ottawa's Vietnamese noodle scene to bring you the ultimate trifecta of broth perfection. These spots became my obsessive weekly rotation - prepare your taste buds! 🥇 Merivane Noodle House 📍 123 Pho Street, Ottawa ⏰ Open until 10pm daily Must-Order: Special Beef Pho (rare + well-done beef + tendon) + Crispy Shrimp Rolls The 12-hour bone broth here is liquid gold - deeply aromatic with star anise and cinnamon notes that linger beautifully. Their house-made chili paste (available for purchase!) adds the perfect fiery kick. But the real showstopper? Those crispy shrimp rolls stuffed with whole plump prawns that shatter with every bite. Pro tip: Ask for extra basil and bean sprouts! 🥈 PhoBoGa Express (Chinatown) 📍 456 Noodle Lane, Ottawa ⏰ Closes at 9:30pm Must-Order: Spicy Hue-Style Beef Noodle Soup This fiery, lemongrass-infused broth comes loaded with tender brisket and Vietnamese ham (cha lua). The portion could feed two - and it includes free spring rolls! What makes it special? The balanced tanginess from fermented shrimp paste that cuts through the richness. Perfect for cold Ottawa winters! 🥉 PhoBoGa2 (Merivale) 📍 789 Broth Blvd, Ottawa ⏰ Open late until 11pm Must-Order: Satay Beef Pho Imagine creamy peanut-infused broth hugging paper-thin slices of melt-in-your-mouth beef. The satay sauce isn't overpowering - just a subtle nutty undertone that makes this pho uniquely addictive. Their bean sprout mountain is always ultra-fresh too! Pho Face-Off: How They Compare Feature Merivane PhoBoGa Express PhoBoGa2 Broth Depth 🥇 🥈 🥉 Protein Quality 🥇 🥈 🥇 Spice Options 🥇 🥇 🥉 Value 🥈 🥇 🥈 Late-Night Tip: PhoBoGa2 stays open latest for those 10pm pho cravings! Now I need your help - what's YOUR top pho spot in Ottawa? Any hidden gems I'm missing? Drop your recommendations below! #OttawaPho #VietnameseFood #ComfortFood #OttawaEats #NoodleLover #FoodieFinds #StudentEats #PhoWarriors