Late Night Pho in Ottawa — Open Until 10PM at Vietnam Palace

It’s 8:30PM and the craving hits: you want a real bowl of pho, not reheated takeout, not fast food. You want steaming broth, silky noodles, fresh herbs — the real thing. Vietnam Palace Restaurant in Ottawa’s Chinatown is open until 10PM six days a week, making us Ottawa’s go-to destination for late night Vietnamese food.

Ottawa’s Best Late Night Vietnamese Restaurant

Most restaurants call it a night by 9PM. Vietnam Palace stays open until 10PM Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, because we know that hunger doesn’t always follow a convenient schedule. Whether you’re finishing up at the office, heading home from a show at the NAC, or just realized the fridge is empty after a long day — we’re here for you until closing time.

Located at 819 Somerset St W in Ottawa’s lively Chinatown neighbourhood, Vietnam Palace has been serving late-working Ottawans, night owls, and after-event diners since 1989. Our kitchen doesn’t wind down at 9PM — we’re cooking fresh until the last hour.

What to Order for a Late Night Pho Fix

Late night pho hits differently. There’s something about a bowl of slow-simmered broth at 9PM after a long day that just resets everything. Here’s what our late-night regulars love:

• Pho Tai Nạm (Rare Beef and Flank) — The quintessential late-night bowl. Rich, restorative, and exactly what you need.
• Canh Chua (Sweet and Sour Soup) — Light and bright, with tamarind, tomato, pineapple, and fish — a fantastic option if you want something different
• Cơm Chiên (Vietnamese Fried Rice) — Quick, satisfying, great for when you want something more filling
• Chè (Sweet Vietnamese Dessert Drinks) — End the night on a sweet note with our colourful, refreshing dessert drinks

Late Night in Ottawa’s Chinatown

Somerset Street West in Chinatown is one of the few parts of Ottawa that genuinely comes alive at night. The neighbourhood has energy that’s rare in a city that otherwise rolls up the sidewalks early. Vietnam Palace is a cornerstone of that nighttime culture — we’ve been here since 1989, long before “late night dining in Ottawa” was a topic anyone Googled.

Our dining room is warm and inviting even on a cold Ottawa night, and our staff is professional and welcoming no matter what time you arrive. We seat new guests until 9:45PM and do our best to accommodate the last-minute dinner rush with the same quality and care as our early-evening crowd.

Don’t Sacrifice Quality for Late Hours

The challenge with late night dining is that quality often drops. Not at Vietnam Palace. Our pho broth is made fresh daily and kept at the perfect temperature all service long. Our spring rolls are fried to order. Our vermicelli bowls are assembled fresh every time. The fact that it’s 9:30PM doesn’t change our standards.

With 671 Google reviews and a 4.3-star rating built over 35+ years, we’ve never coasted on reputation — we keep earning it, every shift, every bowl.

After a Show, After Work, After Anything

Ottawa’s evening dining options thin out quickly after 9PM. Vietnam Palace fills that gap. Whether you’re wrapping up at the Canadian War Museum, coming from the NAC’s evening programming, or just finishing a late shift downtown — we’re the reliable late-night option that won’t disappoint. Call ahead at (613) 238-6758 to let us know you’re on your way, especially if you’re arriving close to 10PM.

Hours & Location

• Address: 819 Somerset St W, Ottawa, ON K1R 6R4
• Phone: (613) 238-6758
• Hours: Mon 11AM–10PM | Tue CLOSED | Wed–Fri 11AM–10PM | Sat 10AM–10PM | Sun 11AM–10PM
• Email: info@vietnampalacerestaurant.ca

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Getting Here

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

By Car: Open until 10 PM — one of the latest-serving pho spots in Ottawa Chinatown. 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