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Saigon Bistro
Categories: Restaurants Vietnamese Restaurants Asian Fusion Vietnamese, Asian Fusion [Edit]
122 Atlantic AveToronto, ON M6K 1X4
Neighbourhood: Liberty Village
(647) 349-2492
- Price Range:
-
$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Has TV:
- Yes
2 reviews for Saigon Bistro
2 reviews in English
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Review from Daniel S.
Toronto, ON
8/2/2011
Saigon Bistro has been open in Liberty Village for months, but I could not find it on Yelp, so I added it. Yelp prompts for a review in creating the new business record, so here is a brief one.
I would not say that Saigon Bistro is at the top of my list of eateries in Liberty Village, which makes this review my first one below the maximum of five stars (any time I have to spend on writing a review is usually saved for my favourite places).
The food here is okay. Today, I had beef on vermicelli and the cuts of beef were average to mediocre (gristle, hard bits, overly chewy hard fatty bits, etc.). My last visit was better (I think I had a lamb dish).
I went with a couple friends. We went in and sat at a table. It took a while for the staff to notice us and initiate servitude. In their defence [sort of] I can say that we came in near the end of the lunch rush (~1PM) - the place was nearly full, but in the process of thinning out. The staff is nice and courteous.
Saigon Bistro has a nice selection of food - different kinds of noodles, curries, meats, etc. Their Vietnamese coffee is as good as any I've had.
They also have plenty of booze - beers, whiskeys, bourbons, cognacs, etc.
One thing I was disappointed in not seeing was an XO cognac. Despite Luxury Village's propensity for pretentiousness, the only place where I have found XO cognac (among many other very fine spirits that no other places seem to have) is the Academy of Spherical Arts, which is within eye-shot of Saigon Bistro. You'll be torn between XO cognac and Asian/Vietnamese food if that is the combination you seek!
Saigon Bistro's interior and décor is also nice. There are standard tables & chairs, booths, and an outdoor patio in front.
All in all I would say Saigon Bistro is worth a try. Some might say the prices are a bit inflated, but this place is located in Liberty Village, so it's to be expected. -
Review from Suzanne C.
Burlington, ON
8/24/2011
I was torn on the rating for Saigon Bistro because of the price ... it is quite reasonable for a dinner, but we usually end up going there for lunch, and it is a little expensive as far as daily lunches go (in the $15 range). However, the food is excellent and keeps bringing us back. I usually order a custom order with shanghai noodles and beef, which also has vegetables in it ... it tastes great. The portions are meal-sized, which is a bit of a mixed blessing ... you will be full and satisfied, but risk overeating because it is so good. They have good tea, and a decent iced coffee, but they also have a bar with a variety of mixed drinks. The staff are friendly, and the decor is beautiful and looks professionally decorated. This would be a great place to go for a casual dinner, but try to resist going there for lunch every single day ... I'm still working on that. Anyone know a good therapist?
