Cheap Pho & Affordable Vietnamese Food in Ottawa

Great Food Doesn’t Have to Break the Bank · Vietnam Palace · Since 1989

Delicious Vietnamese Food at Honest Prices

In a city where restaurant prices keep climbing, Vietnam Palace remains one of Ottawa’s best values. We believe that authentic Vietnamese food should be accessible to everyone — students, families, workers on lunch break, and anyone who wants a generous, home-cooked meal without paying premium prices.

Our pho starts at just $13–$16. A full rice plate with grilled meat runs $14–$17. Fresh salad rolls are under $8. For the quality and portion size you get, Vietnam Palace is one of the best cheap eats in Ottawa.

Why Vietnam Palace is Ottawa’s Best Value for Pho

Generous Portions

When we say a large pho is large, we mean it. Our bowls are overflowing — packed with noodles, meat, and that 12-hour broth. Most customers can barely finish a large. You won’t leave hungry.

No Hidden Costs

No extra charge for the fresh herb plate. No surprise “premium surcharge.” No $5 add-on for bean sprouts. When you order at Vietnam Palace, you get the full Vietnamese dining experience at the price listed on the menu.

Quality Hasn’t Changed in 35 Years

Some restaurants cut costs by cutting corners. We don’t. Our broth is still simmered for 12 hours. Our herbs are still fresh every day. Our spring rolls are still handmade. The only thing that’s cheap at Vietnam Palace is the price — never the food.

Best Budget-Friendly Dishes at Vietnam Palace

• Phở Tái (Rare Beef Pho) — A classic, affordable bowl of soul food
• Bún Chả Giò — Vermicelli with crispy spring rolls — filling and delicious
• Cơm Gà Nướng — Grilled chicken rice plate with pickled veggies
• Gỏi Cuốn (Salad Rolls) — Light, fresh, and affordable
• Mì Xào (Stir-fried Noodles) — A hearty, wallet-friendly dish
• Cháo (Rice Porridge) — Vietnamese comfort food at its simplest

Student-Friendly, Family-Friendly, Budget-Friendly

Vietnam Palace is popular with:

• University students — Carleton and uOttawa students love our lunch specials
• Families — Affordable enough to feed the whole family without stress
• Office workers — Quick, filling lunches that won’t eat your paycheck
• Chinatown regulars — The locals know where the best value is

Compare the Value

A bowl of pho at Vietnam Palace costs less than a fast-food combo meal — but you’re getting hand-made noodle soup with real bone broth, fresh herbs, and quality meat. That’s the kind of value you get when a family-run restaurant has been perfecting its operations for 35+ years.

Come Eat Well for Less

• Address: 819 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R4
• Phone: (613) 238-6758
• Hours: Mon, Wed–Fri 11AM–10PM · Sat 10AM–10PM · Sun 11AM–10PM · Tue Closed

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Getting Here

Address: 819 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R4 (Chinatown)

By Car: Located in the heart of Ottawa Chinatown, just minutes from Parliament Hill and the ByWard Market. Free street parking available on Somerset and surrounding streets. Metered parking along Somerset during business hours.

By Transit: Bus #2 stops right outside. 10-min walk from Lyon O-Train station. The #2 bus along Somerset stops directly in front of the restaurant. The O-Train Confederation Line connects to downtown bus routes.

By Bike: Bike racks available on Somerset Street. Chinatown is cycling-friendly with dedicated lanes nearby.

Plan Your Visit

• 📋 View Full Menu — 100+ authentic Vietnamese dishes
• 🛵 Order on Uber Eats
• 📞 Call (613) 238-6758 — In-house delivery & reservations
• 📍 Get Directions
• 🍜 Why Our Pho is Ottawa's Best