…but not anymore. Pho Tau Bay is definitely tops.
I used to frequent Kim Hoang, and it was my favorite place to get Pho in Surrey. If I wanted Pho, this is where me and my friends would go. It’s close, it has FREE parking (something that Pho Tam has very little of), the Pho was good, and they gave you a special sauce. That is until recently.
I’ve tried quite a few dishes here because I wanted to explore the menu more. I always used to order the #8 Large, which has rare steak and brisket of course, but have now also tried their beef curry, as well as their vermicelli and rice dishes, and a pork roll. I’ve also ordered their somewhat “spicy” noodle soup which is also good.
Recently, they have stopped giving out their special sauce. You now have to ask for it, which I found out because some lady asked for the sauce. I’m not sure if it’s free or extra charge.
The pho is still good. The broth is really good, but they don’t give you as much meat as the other Vietnamese restaurants. They are very consistent. They don’t offer as many herbs as well, but it won’t matter if you don’t use the herbs. The #27 soup is also very good. It’s a red soup base, with spaghetti like noodles, and comes with a ham hock and some other meat. This is really good, and I’d suggest trying it if you want to try something different. I don’t like eating the ham hock though..
The vermicelli is decent if you aren’t looking for soup. I’ve had the meat over cooked sometimes though.
I’d still say this is my second favorite place to get Pho in Surrey, though I haven’t been back since I had my first taste of Pho Tau Bay in December.
Note: This place is also cash only!
Kim Hoang
#30 10330 – 152nd St
Surrey, BC
(604) 951-8382
One Comment on "Kim Hoang used to be my favorite Vietnamese in Surrey…"
Kim Hoang’s original chef is at Pho Vinh. KH has been sold to another owner for atleast 10 years.