Lan Vietnamese Express is a family-owned and operated restaurant specializing in authentic Vietnamese cuisine in the heart of Parksville and Qualicum. Along with our traditional Asian dishes, we offer a variety of soups, vermicelli noodles, rice dishes, Vietnamese subs, bubble tea, and much more for lunch and dinner. Each dish is prepared using the freshest, finest quality ingredients. Come dine in, order takeout, or get food delivered!
Ask Us About Our Convenient and Healthy Gluten-Free & Vegan Dishes.
Centrally located at 150 Hirst Ave E, Parksville, we are easy to find and a favorite dining destination for locals and visitors from Nanoose, Errington, Qualicum, and Parksville. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite or planning a relaxed meal, our convenient location makes dining with us effortless. With easy access and takeout options available, we offer a flexible and inviting experience for every guest, whether you’re dining in or on the go.
Ask Us About Our Convenient and Healthy Gluten-Free & Vegan Dishes.
Lan Vietnamese Express is proud to be a go-to destination for healthy gluten-free and vegan dining options in Parksville. We offer a variety of delicious vegetarian dishes, including our fresh tofu salad roll and flavorful tofu pho. For those seeking gluten-free options, our lemongrass tofu served with vermicelli noodles is a popular choice.
Below, you’ll find our reviews from both TripAdvisor and Google My Business, embedded directly on our website for easy access. We invite you to explore what our customers have to say about their experience with us.
If you’re a returning customer, we would love to hear from you! Your feedback not only helps our business grow but also allows us to continue improving and providing the best possible service.
Posted on Google Jarvis ShaverTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best!!!Posted on Google Richard AloysiusTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Surprise Fusion setting - good dine in experience - Pho Tai is the best test , and this eatery wins - we highly recommend - certainly visit again when we are in this area!Posted on Google Chris BennettTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fresh and fast. Reasonable prices.Posted on Google Ray PresseauTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great bowl of pho . Will definitely be going back to try other dishes. It will get busy at peak times and they ask you to stay only up to one hour so they can keep people rotating . Not a huge place but very clean and inviting. You can park in the front or the back for easy access.Posted on Google Wm WtP104Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The hot& sour soup is the best! The restaurant is cafeteria style ie. order at counter and take a seat. The most unexpected treat are the employees that work here. The lady that tenders your order at the counter, looks after you like you are dinning in a five star dining room. Don’t be fooled by her child like voice she is a true service pro. This service angel takes your order, delivers your food when it’s ready, makes sure you have a beverage , even if it’s just water you are drinking. Once you are deep into your dinner is she checks on you to ensure you enjoy your dish and she is quick to provide you with whatever you need. She even clears away the dishes once you are finished eating. Wow! 🤩 The food and the service is first class. Well done 👍Posted on Google DannyboyqwTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly staff, tasty food, comfortable setting. Thank you for the meal. :)Posted on Google justin laidleyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Awesome food great staff love this placePosted on Google IanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good food, friendly staff, clean environmentPosted on Google Salt And MoonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great food and fast service!
Posted on Tripadvisor Relax51577816669Verified The Best Grilled Pork with Vermicelli! We ordered the grilled pork with vermicelli and it was probably the best pork we’ve ever had! We’ve been to many Vietnamese restaurants and they can’t compete with LAN Express. The gals that work there are so nice and friendly! We live 45 minutes away but when the craving comes, it’s a no brainer to drive to LAN Express!Posted on Tripadvisor dmac08Verified Disappointing No ambiance, unbelievably bland food. Tea is a bag in a cup! In an Asian restaurant. I have never eaten a less impressive and less nutritious meal. They call themselves 'Parksville's best Asian food' I hope that's not true.Posted on Tripadvisor Joanie SharkVerified It's okay Thought I'd give this place a second try, since it was close by. The restaurant itself is very clean and the staff are great. I wish the food held up, though. It's not really authentic. I've been spoiled by many years living in Vancouver, and since I moved to the Island I've found that what passes for Asian food here, or at least anywhere north of Victoria, is a pale imitation of the real thing.Posted on Tripadvisor Joanie SharkVerified Not great The restaurant is clean and the staff friendly, but the food wasn't even as good as Food Fair Vietnamese. It's bland and missing a lot of the true flavours of Vietnamese cooking and heavy on the starch, light on the toppings.Posted on Tripadvisor Clare VVerified Good value, fresh, fast and Clean! We happened across this spot as we were passing through town simply because a lot of restaurants were closed on Monday in Parksville… and Yeah!! Are we ever glad they were!! We enjoyed the combo noodle, which was a generous portion, fresh and delicious! We were concerned that being “express” that it wouldn’t be welcoming to sit inside, however it’s tastefully decorated inside with spacious tables and chairs. Apparently they’re a sister restaurant to the one in Nanaimo (which has always been a favourite of ours)! The service was quick and the servers were incredibly friendly! We’ll be back!!Posted on Tripadvisor Mr. EATS!Verified Great Food, Service and People Very good food and a compliment to our business community. When the arrived we had few options and once they settled in the food was delicious, Order out or Order in - the food is fresh, clean, nutritious and very Healthy.Posted on Tripadvisor Helen CVerified Tasty! We had the beef pho and the salad roll. They were very good. This is cafeteria-style, and service is very fast. There is inside and outside seating.Posted on Tripadvisor CatharineVerified Best Chicken Satay Soup I’ve had a lot of chicken satay soups, and this was one of the best I’ve ever had! Great flavour and a unique presentation compared to traditional restaurants. Very clean restaurant, very polite staff, service was prompt, and the food was excellent. Great cups that they serve the tea in, my tea stayed hot for the entire meal. The presentation of the meal was outstanding. I will definitely be returning. I would highly recommend. Was my first visit.Posted on Tripadvisor Kanae LVerified Always great food and service I love their Wonton Soup! Not only their food is good, the staff are wonderful! They are so welcoming and friendly. Even I order for take out, I love to go in and pickup my order. Thank so much for the great service and food!Posted on Tripadvisor Daphne DVerified Great service Stopped by for lunch. Food was very flavourful on both dishes. I did find the 5 shrimp on the sparse side for hot sour soup.. The chicken was also minimal on the other order. The service was very good. Staff are great! I will go back to try another dish. Overall happy with lunch.
Posted on Yelp Norman F.Verified if you want a nice surprise, you have to check out this amazing restaurant. Food is delicious.Posted on Yelp Valé R.Verified If you have a craving for Vietnamese this will satisfy it but if you are used to Vietnamese food quality from the Lower Mainland then unfortunately this just isn't up to par. Great service and staff but the pork salad roll was mainly just noodles and a piece of lettuce. Grilled chicken rice bowl was tasty but the rice to chicken ratio was off, way too much rice.Posted on Yelp EM W.Verified Wow! It was so delicious we stopped both times we drove through town. In fact we timed our drive through town to be during lunch so we could eat here again. Even our two kids loved it! Everything is so fresh and flavorful. The service is wonderful and so friendly. We are vegetarian and found lots of options.Posted on Yelp Peg C.Verified Very friendly and delicious place for Vietnamese food! My hubs got the chicken banh mi (sub sandwich) and I got the chicken, pork, spring roll combo on rice. The spring roll was perfectly crispy and the meats were flavorful and yummy. They have two gender-neutral bathrooms that were nice and clean too. Definitely will come back next time we're in Parksville!Posted on Yelp Michelle K.Verified Tasty and fast. Staff real friendly. Great selection of menu items and most importantly to me lots of gf options.Posted on Yelp Jeremy B.Verified Pretty generic. Small portions. It wasn't awful, but there are far better options in the area.Posted on Yelp Shawn B.Verified Good food. Seating is good except during peak times. Efficient service. Prices are getting higher.Posted on Yelp Angela H.Verified The perfect meal after road-tripping and living off of trail mix, bread and cheese! What a delight - even the woman who answered the phone was a joy!Posted on Yelp J M.Verified Delicious food. Affordable prices. Clean interior. Nice decor. Nice washrooms. Nice outside dining area. Great staff.Posted on Yelp Donnalea G.Verified We really enjoyed the food and the atmosphere of this restaurant. The wait staff was especially friendly and the service was great.
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