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    4.5 (257 reviews)
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    Andy P.

    Of all the choices in SNA in the morning, I'm glad that this is one of the options! Instead of heavy fried food, imagine biting into a fresh, light, and crunchy roll in the AM. Pair that with their coffee, you are good to go! Located between Terminal C and B, Brodard Express caters to travelers that venture through the halls of SNA. Staffs are super friendly and engaging which made it extra special. They also carry additional items such as banh mi's (Vietnamese sandwiches) and noodle dishes. But we all know why we want to visit here.. their Pork Spring Rolls. Around the area, there are plenty of seating for your quick casual bite. They are organized and efficient which helps for those who are on the go. One world of caution, it it a bit more expensive than their typical prices due to being in the airport. But, I would gladly pay for option. Also, though they don't open until 7am, talk to the staff if you want something simple. They most likely will accommodate you :)

    Long H.

    The nem nuong brodard grilled pork spring rolls are a must order if you decide to eat at brodard express. It's quick and easy to eat, I came on a Sunday morning around 630am, no line, the order came out super quick. The veggies in the roll are fresh, I love the crispy inside of it, the meat perfectly season and the dipping sauce is so delicious. Definitely a must try if have never tried brodard nem nuong brodard grilled pork spring rolls. Price wise its $9 for 2 rolls, a little pricey but hey its airport price with outside restaurants quality.

    House Special Rice Bowl with Charbroiled Prawns, Pork, and Crispy Egg Roll
    Mike L.

    Even though I had been well aware of Brodard's spot inside of John Wayne, I made a point of not coming here until I got to visit one of their actual restaurant locations. I know it might sound a little snooty, but, based on what I had heard from friends, part of me worried/figured that their famed Nem Nuong Rolls weren't going to be as good here. Now that I've been, those thoughts may be true, but only by the thinnest of margins! Located in the food court in Terminal B, this Brodard is obviously set-up differently than their restaurants. By comparison, the menu here is narrower, but it still has plenty to offer, including a variety of rice bowls, vermicelli bowls, banh mi, and, of course, their famed spring rolls. However, as their name suggests, everything is catered towards travelers on the go. Not only do they open early (7am) and offer a bunch of breakfast options (breakfast banh mi, breakfast spring roll, coffee, etc.), but they also have a bunch of their rolls prepackaged in to-go containers so folks can easily grab them on the run (the only reason why these aren't quite as good). -- BREAKFAST SPRING ROLLS (Bo Bia) - Vietnamese Sausage (Lap Xuong) and Egg Wrapped in Rice Paper with Veggies, Shallots, and Peanuts with Plum Sauce...$8.95 Ehh. Not "bad" per se, but their Nem Nuong Roll is way better. While the slice of sausage seemed fairly large, it was cut a little thin and I didn't care for the texture of the scrambled egg. Still, props for the creativity, even if this was more okay than amazing. -- HOUSE SPECIAL RICE BOWL with Charbroiled Prawns, Pork, and Crispy Egg Roll...$19.95 Pretty solid, especially for airport food. While neither the shrimp nor the pork had any char on it, and despite how the latter was a bit lean, both were well seasoned and the egg roll was decently crispy. Plus, I thought the overall portion size was pretty fair, too! -- BRODARD GRILLED PORK SPRING ROLLS (Nem Nuong) - Grilled Pork Patty Wrapped in Rice Paper with a Crispy Roll, Mint, Carrot, Daikon, and Cucumber with Brodard Sauce...$8.95 My favorite Brodard's roll and this one didn't disappoint. I loved how juicy and meaty the grilled pork was and how the crispy rice paper added a nice bit of crunch. Dip/pour on some of their Brodard sauce and you get a mouthful of deliciousness! Being that it's located inside of an airport, it's to be expected that the prices here are generally higher than either of their regular locations and at most other Vietnamese restaurants. However, aside from their banh mi, which definitely felt a bit steep, the prices actually aren't terribly high (the Nem Nuong Roll is about $2 more here). Plus, when you consider how convenient it is to pick up some rolls here to bring home, I'm more than okay with paying the extra couple of bucks to get them as fresh as I can before my flight!

    Michael W.

    So happy to stumble upon this place in the airport nonetheless! Great selections of the most popular items Brodard is known for, from the legendary spring rolls to grilled rib eye banh mi and macarons. Prompt and friendly service. Clean and plenty of seating. Located at the food court in terminal B of SNA airport, but easy walking distance from either terminals A or C as all terminals are connected airside. Makes SNA even better!

    Combo bowl
    Ming S.

    The best airport food, ever. What's not to like? Brodard at the airport is as good as it gets. I always go for their pork rolls and a combo bowl (can select rice or vermicelli). And if you have extra room, get a Vietnamese coffee.

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    Shirley H.

    Hands down the best airport food ever! It makes me so happy to see Vietnamese food being represented at SNA. Prices are definitely inflated (2 grilled pork spring rolls for 8.95 as opposed to 6.00 at their restaurant) but everything is at the airport. The rolls tasted freshly made and the egg roll was crispy. However, I do feel like their shrimp sauce has lost some of its original flavor. I don't think this is specific to the express spot but at their restaurants as well. Regardless, this is still the best spot for food at SNA.

    Before my flight. Pork bahn mi and Thai iced tea
    Jessilyn C.

    Not bad for airport food. I had the pork bahn mi, and Thai tea, hubby had the beef bahn mi. Good flavor on both, a bit on the dry side, but still was filling enough for lunch while we waited for our flight. Gal taking orders was cordial, she suggested the pork bahn mi to me. It was right across from our gate, and there were plenty of seating.

    Shrimp and pork combo spring rolls
    Hope J.

    The spring rolls are basically the same as they are at the main restaurant location. These were not warm and may have been sitting out for a while, but they were still good. There is a food court seating area.

    Grilled Pork bowl and spring rolls
    Abbe W.

    Located between Terminal B and Terminal C of John Wayne Airport. It's a nice addition to the food court area. Whenever my daughter and I tried to catch a plane out to Bay Area to visit grandma in the evening, this place is one of our favorites for dinner. It's good food but also pricey. Portion is generous. I've tried their spring rolls (my favorite), pork rice bowl, and beef rice bowl. It's nice option for dinner so we won't arrive hungry especially flights get delayed occasionally.

    Grilled Pork Spring Roll
    Lorie N.

    No Priority Pass Lounge at John Wayne means settling for airport food. Luckily for us, they had a Brodard Location and it didn't disappoint. While I already love spring rolls, the grilled pork with the added crunch made this chef's kiss. This location is easy and fast- Perfect to grab a bite and be on your way to your Gate. Veggies were fresh and I couldn't have been more content with how it all tasted. They had adequate seating and when I asked for a rag to wipe off the table, the gave me one. Apparently, the airport janitorial staff hadn't come around in a while and the table needed to be cleaned. I also added a Vietnamese coffee to our order and I had to restrain myself from only having a few sips. I don't handle Vietnamese coffee well even though I absolutely love the taste of it. Thank goodness for friends who take all my leftovers no questions asked. Definitely check this place out if you're at SNA. Solid food.

    Nancy L.

    I love having the option of Brodard at SNA, it is my favorite Vietnamese spring roll. Unfortunately since it is not prepped on site it doesn't have the same freshness and crispiness as going to the original location in Little Saigon but I am very grateful to even have it as a choice in SNA. The spring rolls are very portable and perfect for traveling. The staff is friendly and provided napkins and utensils. It is located in the food hall area between Terminal B and C with plenty of seating.

    Donna L.

    I was so happy to see that Brodard Express opened a location inside John Wayne Airport. Yes, the prices are higher than the regular restaurant--airport pricing is expected--but it's such a relief to have a quality food option that isn't Carl's Jr. or McDonald's. The food quality is pretty much on par with the restaurant, which I really appreciated. My only downside was with the nem nướng. I wish it were made fresh to order like it is at the restaurant, rather than pre-made and stored in plastic containers for grab-and-go. That said, it's still nice to have the option while traveling. This location also carries macarons, just like the restaurant, which was a pleasant surprise and a great little treat before a flight.

    Monica U.

    So happy to have a Brodard's at my local airport. Finally had the time to sit down and grab it for dinner while waiting to board our flight. Best choice ever. The spring rolls were the same quality as they make it outside of the airport. My boyfriend got the vermicelli and that was really good, while my friend got a bahn mi. I was very impressed by the bahn mi! Wait was about ~15 min and there's ample of seating in this food court area.

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    Can i get food here without having to fly? Work nearby and would be awesome to get rolls closer.

    You can go to information desk at baggage claim area and ask for OC Airpass to go in to eat. It takes 5 minute and all they need from you is your drivers license

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