A Bite of History
From a refugee story to an Ottawa culinary landmark - discover our family's journey.
Years
Generations
Simmered Broth
Since
"Every bowl we serve tells a story - a story of resilience, family, and the warmth of our home in Vietnam."
— An Van & Nga Luu, Founders
Family Owned
Since 2000
Three Generations of Passion
What you see isn't just a restaurant - it's a family's dream come true. From humble beginnings as Vietnamese refugees to becoming an Ottawa culinary landmark, our journey is a testament to hard work, dedication, and love for our community.
Today, sons MK and Tony carry on the tradition, ensuring every bowl of pho carries the same love and care their parents put into it from day one.
An Van
Co-Founder
Nga Luu
Co-Founder
MK & Tony
2nd Generation
Our Family Story
A New Beginning
An Van and Nga Luu arrive in Ottawa among the first Vietnamese refugees, thanks to Mayor Marion Dewar's initiative to welcome 4,000 refugees into the community.
Sweet Art Opens
Combining An Van's entrepreneurial spirit with Nga Luu's culinary artistry as a Pastry Chef at The Westin Hotel Ottawa, Sweet Art Restaurant opens in the ByWard Market.
Pho By Night is Born
The family business pivots to Pho By Night, opening until 4 AM on weekends to serve the night crowd of ByWard Market - hence the name!
25+ Years of Service
Now led by sons MK and Tony, we continue serving authentic Vietnamese favorites with the freshest ingredients, honoring our family's legacy.
Our Values
These principles guide every decision we make and every dish we serve.
Family Legacy
Three generations of love and dedication in every bowl we serve.
Made Fresh Daily
We select the freshest vegetables and prepare our broth for over 24 hours.
Community Focused
Proudly rooted in Ottawa's ByWard Market, serving our neighbors for decades.
Authenticity
Traditional recipes passed down through generations.