Hội An Café — Restaurant in Vancouver

I suspect that there could be a change of ownership at this restaurant. Both food quality and service just isn't the same anymore.

As I entered the restaurant to pick up my food, there were flies revolving the center of the restaurant, a path that you must crossed to get to the cashier unfortunately.

I ordered 3 items plus 2 drinks.

1 dry noodles 1 lemongrass pork rice 1 beef flank and beef balls pho 1 coffee with condensed milk 1 avocado smoothie.

As I get ready for payment, the lady told me it was $63. I felt the price was absolutely ridiculously insane so I did some simple math in my head and decided to question the lady. She did her calculation again and corrected to $50.80 which seems to be closer to what I would expect for what I ordered. She did not show me the bill to begin with. I had to peek over the counter, saw some scribbles on a receipt closer to her but does not have any pricing written on it. The lady not only did not apologize for the incorrect information, she gave me an unpleasant face immediately after I question her calculation.

Food was mediocre, did not feel fresh. The lemongrass pork texture was alright, however the heavy orange hue is questionable. The pho was poorly packed, about 1/3 of the soup leaked.

Drinks were pure sugar, especially the avocado smoothie, definitely lack avocado flavor, almost none.

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It was one of my worst restaurant experience, do not plan to go back as there are much more quality options in the same...

Tucked away on Victoria Drive, Hoi An Café is a true hidden gem for those seeking authentic Central Vietnamese cuisine in Vancouver. 🌟

🍲 Cao Lau Noodles: A must-try specialty here! Savor the unique flavors of Central Vietnam with your choice of tender pork and shrimp, accompanied by fragrant herbs for an unforgettable culinary journey.

🍜 Pho: Dive into the comforting warmth of Vietnam’s iconic dish, pho! Hoi An Café offers a selection of pho, each with its own distinct broth intensity and toppings. Whether you’re craving classic beef pho or something with a spicy kick, there’s a bowl of pho here to satisfy every palate.

🥟 Starters with a Twist: Delve into a world of flavors with starters like Banh Bot Loc Tran, delicate tapioca dumplings filled with pork and shrimp, or Banh Beo Nhan Uot, rice cakes topped with a mantle of shrimp purée—a true taste of Vietnamese street food culture!

🌸 Sweet Endings: Don’t forget to indulge in a Vietnamese dessert—a tall layering of red bean, mung bean, green jelly, and crushed ice awaits to tantalize your taste buds and complete your dining experience on a sweet note.

✨ Whether you’re a connoisseur of Vietnamese cuisine or simply looking to expand your culinary horizons, Hoi An Café promises a journey of flavors and delights that will leave you...

phô lovers - come hungry & treat your tummy with the freshness, authentic meal!

we're on a hunt for the next best phô place in town and came across this cozy little Vietnamese café.

sampled a few things on the menu:

bánh bôt loc lá chuôi steamed pork & shrimp tapioca dumplings wrapped in banana leaf served w/fish sauce

verdict: love the chewiness & flavor profile, small bite sized is just perfect before our noodle dishes

cao lâu (original) yellow rice noodle w/sautéed pork & garlic sauce + side of fresh mixed green herb & banana blossom

verdict: a special dry noodle that is well presented & well balanced in taste w/a light seasoning at bottom of dish. mix in the crispy herbs and it's music to your ears, very tasty!

phô tái gân sliced rare beef & tendon w/thin rice noodle in soup

verdict: broth was nice & hot (a must for me) when served; couldn't taste any MSG, simply the rich taste of beef bones, onions & garlic.

will be back to try out other...