Huong's Vietnamese Bistro
A family-run Vietnamese bistro on Booth Street known for dishes rarely found elsewhere in Ottawa, including Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crepe) and Bun Bo Hue. Affordable, authentic, and full of character.
Features
About Huong's Vietnamese Bistro
Huong's Vietnamese Bistro is a family-run restaurant on Booth Street, just south of Chinatown. It has built a loyal following for serving Vietnamese dishes that go well beyond the usual pho-and-banh-mi lineup. The menu features regional specialties that are hard to find anywhere else in Ottawa, making it a destination for anyone looking for authentic Vietnamese home cooking.
The atmosphere is no-frills — check the whiteboard near the entrance for daily specials, which change regularly and often feature dishes not listed on the printed menu.
What to Order
- Banh Xeo — A crispy Vietnamese crepe filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts. Huong's is widely considered the only place in Ottawa serving this dish.
- Bun Bo Hue — A spicy, lemongrass-forward beef noodle soup from central Vietnam. Richer and bolder than pho.
- Green Papaya Salad — Fresh and tangy, a refreshing starter or side.
- Daily Specials — Written on the whiteboard. Always worth asking about.
Visitor Information
- Hours: Monday, Wednesday–Thursday 10 AM – 9 PM · Friday 10 AM – 10 PM · Saturday 10 AM onwards · Closed Tuesday
- Phone: (613) 237-8755
- Price Range: $ — most dishes are very affordable
- Website: None
Getting There
- Address: 359 Booth Street, Ottawa, ON K1R 7K1
- Neighbourhood: Near Chinatown, on Booth Street south of Somerset
- Transit: OC Transpo routes along Somerset Street West; short walk from Booth Street stop
- Parking: Street parking available on Booth Street and surrounding side streets
FAQ
What is Huong's Vietnamese Bistro known for?
Huong's is known for serving regional Vietnamese dishes that are hard to find elsewhere in Ottawa, including Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crepe), Bun Bo Hue (spicy beef noodle soup), and Green Papaya Salad. It is a family-run restaurant with daily specials listed on a whiteboard.
Does Huong's Vietnamese Bistro have a website?
No, Huong's Vietnamese Bistro does not have an official website. You can reach them by phone at (613) 237-8755.
What are the hours for Huong's Vietnamese Bistro?
Huong's is open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 10 AM to 10 PM, and Saturday from 10 AM onwards. The restaurant is closed on Tuesday.
Where can I get Banh Xeo (Vietnamese crepe) in Ottawa?
Huong's Vietnamese Bistro at 359 Booth Street is widely considered the only place in Ottawa serving Banh Xeo, a crispy Vietnamese crepe filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts.
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