The Vietnamese Noodle House
🇨🇦 Yellowknife’s Pho-nomenal Comfort Spot – The Vietnamese Noodle House! 🍜❄️ When Arctic winds howl, nothing beats a steaming bowl of pho—and in Yellowknife, The Vietnamese Noodle House is the go-to for soul-warming noodles. Though it’s no Michelin-starred joint, this humble eatery delivers honest, hearty flavors that hit the spot after a day of aurora chasing. 📍 The Basics Name: The Vietnamese Noodle House (Look for the green awning and the scent of star anise!) Location: 4609 Franklin Ave, Yellowknife (Downtown, near the Gold Range Bistro) Hours: 11 AM - 8 PM Daily (No breaks—perfect for late lunch or early dinner!) Vibe: No-frills, cafeteria-style—plastic chairs, fluorescent lights, and the hum of simmering broth. 🍜 MUST-TRY DISHES 1️⃣ Beef Ball Pho – $14 🍖✨ • Broth: Chicken-based (lighter than traditional beef pho, but still flavorful) • Star Player: Springy, juicy beef balls (made in-house daily) • Add-ons: Bean sprouts, basil, lime, and hoisin/sriracha on the side 2️⃣ Grilled Pork Vermicelli Bowl – $16 🍲🔥 • Vermicelli noodles topped with charred pork, pickled veggies, and crushed peanuts • Pro Tip: Mix in the nuoc cham (fish sauce dressing) for a sweet-savory punch 3️⃣ Vietnamese Iced Coffee – $5 ☕ • Strong, sweet, and creamy—like a caffeinated dessert • Best for: Fighting off post-pho food comas 💡 WHY IT’S A LOCAL FAVE ✅ Broth simmers all day—no shortcuts here ✅ Portions are generous (one bowl = two meals for light eaters) ✅ Open late (until 8 PM—rare in Yellowknife!) 📸 INSTAGRAM MOMENTS 1️⃣ Pho steam rising against snowy window views (ArcticComfort) 2️⃣ Beef ball close-up (BouncyBites) 3️⃣ "I Survived -30°C" with empty bowl (PhoWarmsTheSoul) ⚠️ GOOD TO KNOW • Cash preferred (cards accepted, but cash is faster) • Vegetarian? Ask for tofu pho (off-menu, but they’ll make it) • Takeout available—great for hotel room feasts #YellowknifePho #ArcticNoodles #ComfortInABowl