On Dundas West, between Dufferin and Lansdowne, is Pho Phuong, considered one of the city’s more “upscale” pho restaurants. The interior is modern and clean, while still remaining fairly casual. This Vietnamese restaurant is known more for its food than decor. Pho Phuong is one of a handful of places in the city with traditional bánh xèo, or Vietnamese pancake, made southern style in a giant wok. The pancake begins with a batter of rice flour, water and turmeric. Bean sprouts, green onion and shrimp or pork are added and then fried until perfectly browned and crispy. It’s served with lettuce or rice paper, to be used as a wrap for the pancake, as well as aromatic herbs, like basil or mint, along with fish sauce on the side. This is definitely one of Pho Phuong’s signature dishes.
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