Chi Linh Vietnamese Foods has been a neighbourhood favourite in Abbotsford for over a decade, known for authentic Vietnamese flavours made with fresh, local ingredients. If you’re after a bowl of pho that tastes like it came from a kitchen in Ho Chi Minh City or a Banh Mi piled high with house-roasted pork, this is the spot I recommend. The modest, bright dining room seats about 40 and fills quickly at lunch, which says a lot.

Their menu covers classic Vietnamese comfort food and family favourites. Start with the pho, available in small and large bowls, simmered for hours using beef bones, charred onion and ginger. Try the lemongrass chicken rice plate, a generous portion served with jasmine rice and pickled vegetables, or the crispy imperial rolls (cha gio), sold individually and as party trays. They also make fresh spring rolls on order, and offer vegetarian pho with tofu and shiitake for non-meat eaters. Many regulars pick up family packs for weekend meals; the kitchen is set up for takeout and online orders through their website.

The team at Chi Linh includes long-time cooks who trained in Vietnam and a front-of-house crew that knows regulars by name. They prep broths in-house every morning, roast proteins in small batches, and balance flavours without overwhelming heat. Service is friendly and efficient; expect your takeaway to be boxed neatly for easy transport. Dietary preferences are handled with care, from lower-sodium requests to allergen notes.

Locals choose Chi Linh because it delivers consistent, honest food at fair prices, and because it supports community events with catering and donations to nearby schools. Stop by for a weekday lunch or order ahead for a family dinner. Phone: 604-744-2788. Website: https://chilinh.zomi.menu/