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Huong Lan

#19-1925 Bowen Road, Nanaimo, British Columbia V9S 1H1, Canada
250-756-7943
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Ranked #21 of 184 restaurants in Nanaimo
Cuisines: Asian
Most recent review
- 17 May 2013
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B.C. Canada
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67 reviews 67 reviews
46 restaurant reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I have not been to this Vietnamese restaurant for several years. The last time I was there, an uncomfortable scene with the RCMP & some customers frightened me. So, I avoided going there. My husband wanted to treat me with a lunch date. He surprised me by taking me to Huong Lan's. The first thing that we both noticed was... More

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Annecy, France
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164 reviews 164 reviews
87 restaurant reviews
104 helpful votes 104 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

For a store-front operation, this little restaurant seems to be very popular with the locals. The food was good, nothing out of the ordinary. On a Monday night, when options are limited, you won't be disappointed here.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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11 reviews 11 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013 via mobile

Just love it here. The best Vietnamese food in town. I have been all over the world even Vietnam and it has the best spicy soup here. This is as close as you get to real Vietnamese food. Tom and his family are great also~ a family own restaurant.

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Nanaimo, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

If you like any of the many 24 hour pho houses in Vancouver, you will not be dissappointed by the tastes and selection at Huong Lan. They have the pho and all the basic vermicelli and rice dishes that you would expect. Good size portions, free jasmine tea when you sit down, and a selection of sauces on the table.... More

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Nanaimo, Canada
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97 reviews 97 reviews
54 restaurant reviews
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2013

Extensive and authentic menu, affordable. Great service. Very popular so arrive early Hot tea waiting at each table, friendly and ttentive service.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2012

I love the Chicken noodle soup - very generous, flavourful with lots of extra Thai Basil on the side. They expanded recently - not surprising as there is almost always a lineup at lunch.

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Victoria, Canada
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30 reviews 30 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2012

We were first introduced to this wonderful little place (it has since expanded in size) about 7 years ago. Often, when travelling through Nanaimo, we plan a stop for lunch, as we did yesterday. Having just returned from travel and many different restaurants, we more than ever, appreciated Huong Lan. The service was welcoming and attentive. The food was fresh,... More

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Langford, Canada
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25 restaurant reviews
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

First time here. Pleasantly surprised. Generous servings, excellent flavor, great atmosphere and friendly casual staff. Highly recommend.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2012 via mobile

The best authentic Vietnamese food outside Saigon. Pho is the mainstay at noon, and the 'nationals' fill the seats daily, so you know it's excellent.

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Vancouver
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19 restaurant reviews
98 helpful votes 98 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2012

I treid this restaraunt on a recommendation from a friend. The place was packed and the take out was non-stop. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. The portions were ample and looking around, the various dishes all looked great. Tables are a little close to one another so you might get to know your neighbours. I'll definately return the... More

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