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Saigon Restaurant
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- No
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Average
6 reviews for Saigon Restaurant
6 reviews in English
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Review from Coy W.
2/9/2012 6 Check-ins Here
Saigon is difficult for me to rate.
I rarely come here because there's better value for your money and there are restaurants in town that I like specific dishes at more. However if I'm in the area and don't want to travel outside of the market then I will come here.
Even though there are a better options in town for Vietnamese food, this place always delivers a decent meal. From the pho to the bun to the spring rolls they're all ok. The downside is that a majority of other restaurants has multiple sizes for the pho with different price options. There is one size here (something between a small and medium depending where you are) for a price that is just as expensive (possibly more expensive) as large bowls at other restaurants in town.
If you are mobile then there are better options. If you're not then it's an ok place to drop by but you're definitely paying for location more than the quality of the food. Again there is nothing wrong with the food just not what the asking price is worth. -
Review from Cal Z.
5/11/2012
We were the only diners in this restaurant. We figured out why. Its overpriced, and the portions are lots smaller than what we normally can get where we live for lots less money. The pho was just so so. The noodle dishes were also just okay. And don't make the mistake we made of ordering the appetizer of 'tiger shrimp' wrapped in eggroll skin. For $7 it was a complete ripoff for four pieces.
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Review from Audrey L.
Toronto, ON
5/8/2012
I don't expect a lot when it comes to (North American) Asian restaurants in terms of service (ironic, considering that Asians are known for their hospitality and service), but this place takes the cake. Not only did it take FOREVER to get a booster seat for my niece & nephew (only to be told that there was only ONE booster seat), but we could tell immediately after she took our orders that we were likely not going to receive what we ordered as she seemed really confused. Sure enough, 15 minutes later, she returned to ask us again what we ordered (but thankfully this time, she brought a notepad). Then, it took almost a half hour afterward to actually get the food (not good when you're dining with 2 children under the age of 2!); it was definitely not worth the wait. I ordered #23 (pho with rare and well done beef) for $8.95 for a large. The serving was a) NOT large, b) I've had much, much better for cheaper! (I understand that location plays into the price)There are better places out there, people, don't waste your time here. Seriously.
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Review from neesa r.
2/7/2011
I've been to this place twice on two different trips to Ottawa and I'm sure I'll visit it again.
the location is great right next to the byward market.
the prices are in an average range.
the menu has a big variety and few options for vegetarians/vegans.
there is always seating available comparing to all the packed places next to it.
the staff is helpful and friendly.
and the food is delicious!
the friend tofu is crunchy and amazingly yummy. same as spring rolls and most of the menu items I had there.
there is also a tiny desert menu with deep fried banana+ice cream and lychee. but the main dishes' portions are usually stuffy enough so I never got to try anything from the desserts.
definitely would suggest to try this place when you're in ottawa. -
Review from Dean D.
The non-fried fresh shrimp spring rolls were very good. You could tell they were freshly made, with a hint of fresh mint leaves, which I like and not all places use mint leaves. The peanut dipping sauce was pretty good, not the best I've had. I felt the rolls were a little heavy on the solemn noodles and light on the good stuff. The other condiments available were very good. Overall, the spring rolls get three stars. I also ordered the large bowl of Pho noodle soup. They offer beef or chicken. The large was more than enough. They also have an extra large which I'd have to say one person probably couldn't finish that off unless they were really hungry. The soup came with bean sprouts, Thai basil, limes and various sauces. The broth was very good but my bowl literally had two small pieces of over cooked beef. Very disappointing. They get two stars for the soup. The service was good; restaurant was clean and comfortable. The menu actually looked good and they had some very nice combination plates that looked really good, so I may give this place another try next week.
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Review from Jane M.
Ottawa, ON
10/18/2011
We have been to this restaurant twice on two separate trips and enjoyed it both times. The place is clean, the food well presented and the service friendly. My food was Thai inspired with subtle hints of lemongrass and a nice heat to it. My husbands was a mild curry, lightly spiced... He likes his food hot and found their hot sauce a pleasant addition. Their spring rolls are outstanding along with the light fish sauce dip. Overall good food for a reasonable price. Would definitely go again
