A true hidden gem - do not miss this place! This Vietnamese restaurant is one of those spots you hope stays a local secret forever, but it's just too good not to share. The food, portions, flavors, and overall experience are absolutely outstanding. First - you cannot leave without trying the homemade ginger ale. I have no idea what magic they put into it, but it is truly out of this world. It's unique, refreshing, and easily one of the most memorable drinks I've had at a restaurant. The pho is consistently delicious - packed with incredible flavor. The sesame chicken is another standout, but honestly, the curries are where this place really shines. My friend said the lamb curry was one of the best things he has ever eaten, and I completely understand why. The curries come out piping hot and overflowing- literally. The atmosphere is just as special as the food. The inside has such a great vibe - cozy, welcoming, and full of character. They also have the cutest little patio that feels like a hidden oasis with all the greenery and homey touches. The management and staff are phenomenal. They are always friendly, attentive, and genuinely care about your experience. They constantly check in and somehow always seem to surprise you with something extra. You can tell this place is run by people who truly love what they do. We've done both takeout and dine-in, and the quality never changes. Everything is fresh, flavorful, and made with care. They also have great vegan options, so there really is something for everyone. They are connected with the same ownership/management as Golden Bánh Mì next door, which is also incredible - clearly there is a passion for creating amazing food and experiences. read more

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We came here to celebrate my cousin's birthday, and we had a very large party, so I honestly wasn't sure what to expect when we arrived. However, the staff was extremely accommodating and did a great job making sure everyone was taken care of. Even though the restaurant was busy and our group was much larger than the average party, they still provided great service and were very patient with us. I really appreciated how much effort they put into making the experience enjoyable for everyone. The food was also very tasty. I ordered the sesame chicken, and it had the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. The sauce had just the right amount of sweetness without being overwhelming, and the chicken had a really good crunch to it. It was exactly what I was hoping for and definitely one of the highlights of my meal. Everything else that I tried was enjoyable as well, and overall, I was impressed with the quality of the food. My biggest complaint was more about the layout of the restaurant than the food or service. Because we had such a large group, there really weren't many spaces available that could accommodate everyone together. We ended up having to sit at five separate tables, which was a little inconvenient when we were trying to celebrate a birthday as a group. I completely understand that the staff was working with the space they had, and I really appreciate that they did everything they could to accommodate us. It just would have been nice if there were a larger seating area where big parties could sit together. I think a remodel or some type of redesign of the dining area could really benefit the restaurant, especially if they frequently have larger parties. Creating a designated space for bigger groups would make the experience much more convenient and would allow families and large groups to actually sit together and enjoy their meals. Overall, though, we had a great experience. The staff was incredibly accommodating, the food was delicious, and they did a great job handling our large group despite how busy they were. The seating situation was definitely the only downside, and I think that could be improved with a little more space or a remodel. I would still come back, especially for the food and the excellent service! read more

Vietnamese spot with classics and some other Asian items too. Food: 4.5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (bun bowls $17) Opentableable: no Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - Crispy egg rolls: bumpy crispy exterior and filled with pork inside. Delightful version. 4.5 stars - Bun bowls: large sized with soft noodles and fresh veggies. Pork was in small slices and glazed a bit and full shrimp was plump which I loved since some places give you flat small butterflied overcooked pieces. 4.25 stars - Chicken dumplings: steamed with a good thin wrapper and tasty filling. 4 stars - Ginger ale: freshly made with real chunks of ginger and some sweetness. 4 stars - Nice semi circle booths in the back - Decor: cute white lights, greenery, and Asian art pieces. Lowlights: - Took a while to come take our order but think they were short staffed that day but gave us a few appetizers which I appreciated. read more

Very cozy and whimsical local restaurants atmosphere. Delicious and wide variety of Vietnamese food. Very friendly and good service. Curry in stone pot is must try! read more

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Three of us and one toddler stopped in for lunch. We were lucky to get a booth right away because they are usually packed on weekends. Service was a little slower than usual as they filled up. But our meals came out quickly and were piping hot. It seems like I discover some new piece of interesting and pretty decor every time I dine there. read more

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The food was delicious and there many gluten free offerings - just make sure to specify gluten free if you need it that way (it won't automatically be made GF). Service was quick and the staff was kind. We were given a few extra FREE appetizers and their homemade ginger ale. Quaint restaurant, packed with people. Will come back! read more

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WOZY! After landing at the airport with an extreme craving for pho, I headed straight here. It's my first time. Their TripAdvisor nomination as #1 is absolutely deserved. Having just returned from Vietnam, I can confidently say their pho is as authentic as anything I enjoyed overseas. The broth is beautifully layered, with tons of proteins, the noodles have that perfect chew, and the flavors are unmistakably true to Vietnamese cuisine. A standout experience from the moment they gave me homemade dumplings on the house! And the staff was friendly and immediately attentive. Clean and cute place. read more

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It was either here or Pearl of Siam and i am SOO HAPPY we chose Golden Saigon!! The waiters made my party feel so welcome as they brought out our appetizers and a little extra which was perfect as we just came back from our flight STARVING. We finished almost everything and the portion sizes were just right. I've eaten at many pho spots and Golden Saigon had a great ratio of savory and sweetness i. their bowl. Will come again read more

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One of my favorite spots! Yummy house made ginger ale and Mama Lee's Curry is my favorite.

My favorite restaurant in Colorado, amazing service with a clean, cute & cozy inside. :-) my first time here they were so welcoming, homemade ginger ale is tasty! I love the brisket pho & crab rangoons!! A true 10/10 all around! read more

Golden Saigon - Brisket pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Food: Fresh, great portion, tasty and authentic in my humble opinion. They served me with complimentary dumpling that is perfect size & tasty tender pork with perfect seasoning. The complimentary ginger ale is aid me so much for good digestion. They are so generous & give me a to go cup as well! Shrimp Spring rolls is in good portion (6 pieces) for $6! And the sauce is in well blended taste & texture. Pho is in tasty not too salty or sweet broth. Not oily either. Plenty of brisket, tendon, tripe & meatball. Plus, a lot of side Thai basil & bean sprouts. Beyond expectation! Service: 6/5 stars service. Very attentive, fast, just complement for ginger ale then you get to go cup on your way out. I wishes all of the restaurant still train her staffs this level of 20% worth the tips. Ambiance: Lots of plants, kind of remind me of lazy susan, fine dinning Chinese restaurant where my parents dragged me along to meet up with their friends once a month atmosphere. Vintage, nostalgia & classy vibes with a fish tank( for good Fortune). Over all: 10% off for cash pay. If you are looking for an old school, well established & impressive service with authentic Vietnamese & unbeatable value please discard the cover of this old book. It really a hidden gems of authentic Vietnamese foods in Aurora. read more

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An interesting mix of different Asian foods. I enjoyed everythign we have tried here, especialy the vegan pho. From the outside, the place does not look very nice, and the decor inside is a little dated but comfortable. Their iced tea is excellent! read more

I was in a hurry but wanted to try out this spot. I ordered the Lamb Curry and Ginger ale. Both was delicious and they were even able to adjust the spice level on the curry for me. In addition they even brought out a free appetizer for me, which they didnt have to. I loved the ambience of the inside and the Pokemon cards as table decor were a nice touch. Overall my experience with the food and the service was amazing! and I will be back to try the Pho. Great Job Golden Saigon! read more

Family takeout order with a large shrimp pho, large tai lean steak pho, beef chow fun, BUN grilled shrimp with rice noodles, we got comped crab Rangoon which were so yummy and an extra order of the largest fresh spring rolls I have ever eaten. I had to split the spring roll because they were so large. The only suggestion was that the beef close fun should have had more "wok hai" more fried wok flavor vs sautéed. The food was good, we will be back. read more

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The outside was a little sketch at first. I am not from the area, so I quickly realized this is the norm for local places to eat. When I walked in, I noticed the greenery they had all over the place (I'm a sucker for plants). It was very, very cold outside the day I came for a visit, so I was craving some good soup. I opted for the Pho and it was as expected - SO good and definitely hit the spot. The waitstaff were all so friendly, too. We had several people constantly checking up to make sure we were ok and that was also impressive. I would definitely come here again if I come back for a visit. read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed them sooner! Golden Saigon is a staple in our household. We took a little break from them when we moved further away, but we're back in Aurora and they will see our faces more. Any time we are in, they treat us so well! The parking lot can be a little crowded but theres usually a spot somewhere. Their food is fantastic! The Sesame tofu is so good and they have the best in all of Denver. Mama Le's curry is another standout that is savory and warm. It's a vietnamese curry so it has a slight sweet taste and reminds me of my family's home cooking. Their wings are pretty good as well! One time, their special of the day was Bo Kho, which is my favorite vietnamese soup, behind Pho, but Pho transcends labels. Their Bo Kho was perfect; slightly greasy and very hearty paired with a crispy loaf of Banh Mi. Their homemade ginger beer is also delicious! I'm salivating just writing this. Planning my next visit now! read more

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I accidentally stumbled upon this restaurant but was pleasantly surprised! Ambience at this restaurant is definitely unique - kind of dark, steakhouse vibes. I appreciated the well-cared for orchid that was at my table. I ordered the spicy beef in the medium size ($16.95), which the server kindly explained was similar to Bun Bo Hue (but was not made traditionally with all the pork fixings). It took quite a while to get my order, maybe around 30 minutes. Servers were really apologetic about the wait and continuously came by to check up on me and brought out complimentary ginger ale and chicken dumplings. Service is one of the best I have experienced, especially for an Asian restaurant. The spicy beef was different from what I am used to, but it was delicious nonetheless. It had a good amount of spice and shredded cabbage. The lemongrass flavor was prominent; my only suggestion might be straining the broth prior to serving because I had to keep picking out fibrous pieces of lemongrass that were inedible. I am a creature of habit and tend to lean towards more authentic preparations of Vietnamese food, but I would recommend this restaurant for folks who are a bit more open-minded and adventurous eaters. read more

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Arrived hot and tired after driving straight through from Cheyenne to Lakewood and then across town to the market next door. Golden Saigon caught my eye and was a cool refreshing and hospitable establishment, not too crowded, not too loud, and with outstanding food and excellent service. I had the bowl of blue crab soup, the spring rolls (nicely enhanced with beef and probably shrimp), and Vietnamese iced coffee. Highly recommended, Martin L Buchanan Laramie, Wyoming read more

This place is hidden pretty well but we came across it, visiting that area. I had the pho but I forgot to take pictures. It was good but it was missing the bean sprouts, and peppers you get at other restaurants. Regardless, it was still pretty good. My wife had the Mongolian beef and she enjoyed it, after taking some of my pho. My son's really like the chicken. It was too sweet for my taste but that how they like it The staff was nice and helped us with a few things. And the restaurant was beautiful, on the inside. read more

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I'm so impressed by this place. From the vibes to the staff to the food. Everything was so good!!! The servers were so caring and always ask how we were doing and the food came out so fast and the portion of the food was definitely worth what we paid for. Definitely recommend this place for locals and visitors!!! 10/10 read more

Golden Saigon - Pork chop Plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

They were busier than ever, so I had a long wait, but they gave me some dumplings as hors doevres?(they used 2 give you a big portion of cheese some things!) I ordered the deluxe appetizers platter & Nigori sake! All tasted delicious, butt something didn't agree with me, probably 1 of the hot dip sauces, so I took 1/2 of it home. Hours later, I woke up with the curse of Montezumas revenge! Yelp! read more

Let's get straight to the point!! Food!! We ordered springs rolls for app and they brought us steamed dumpling and crab Rangoon on the house. We were surprised definitely no complaints. Our main dish i got the combination bun bowl, daughter got steamed rice and sesame chicken and my boyfriend got the chicken and beef lo mein. Food came out nice and hot and all was delish. I didn't realize how big the portion was. Me and my daughter couldn't finish ours. The service was great we beat the dinner rush but still a little busy. Definitely casual, a bit dark great place for dinner and lunch lots of seating. Would go again!!! We were surprised for the 3 of us less then $60 read more

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They're always very kind here! Service is fast and the food is fresh, well seasoned, and just delicious. They don't skimp on portions either, it's worth what you pay. read more

Golden Saigon - Fried egg rolls, sesame chicken, and combination rice plate - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

TOP TIER First time and we were NOT disappointed . Our server was extremely attentive and walked us through the menu. He even gave us a little history about the restaurants 30 year history of being in that exact same spot. BONUS: Your meal is discounted if you pay cash!!! read more

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Had dinner here before heading to the airport. Lovely ambiance with lights and greenery. We arrived & were seated right before the dinner rush. We saw the restaurant quickly fill up and noticed people also waiting outside to be seated. Employees are welcoming & friendly, providing great service. We shared a variety of appetizers, including the grilled mussels. I had the grilled pork rice noodle bowl; my husband opted for the pho with rare steak, and my daughter chose the spicy beef noodle soup (meat was tender and the broth was rich with a medium spice). I didn't get to try their homemade ginger ale, but my husband and daughter said it was good. Portions are large and definitely enough for sharing. Our meal was fantastic and I hope to return next time I'm in Denver. read more

This was without a doubt the best vegan soup I've ever had. I'm pescatarian and they have so so many options. The team working was awesome, they took our dietary restrictions into account and were really great. It's a warm and cozy restaurant, we loved it and will be back! read more

Golden Saigon - Vegan Curry - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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Food was all 10/10 - great flavor, fresh, perfect spice. Our server brought us some homemade ginger beer to try and it was really tasty! Don't skip on this place! read more

Golden Saigon - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Solid pho spot for sure! I just got done here, I will for SURE be back! Straight gas the food was great, the service was awesome, and the place was super cute. Thank you again, we were hungry and forgot to even get a photo take my word for it, it was bomb! read more

Wow! Golden Saigon exceeded my expectations with food and service. We came here on a Sunday afternoon and were seated promptly. Throughout our time, the service was some of the best we have had in a long time. Our waiter was kind enough to provide complimentary dumplings as well as a complimentary ginger drink. Both were delicious! I highly recommend the cheese wontons-fresh and stuffed with cheese! Per the waiter recommendations, we ordered the lamb curry and the drunken noodles with pork! Both were very fresh with deep flavor. Would come back in a heartbeat. While the outside is unassuming, the true magic comes from the people in the kitchen and those serving. read more

Golden Saigon - Cheese wontons, fried dumplings, steamed dumplings - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

The servers were patient and thorough about questions on menu items. Appetizers were great we got free pot stickers because I think server saw it was almost my birthday when checking my ID. Also the unfiltered sake was nice and sweet. The seating layout and aesthetics were very pleasing as well. Very good experience here will be coming here again! read more

Golden Saigon - Drunken noodles with pork and shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Very friendly service and ambiance is nice- let's just say it takes you back thirty years. The staff is trying hard to satisfy your every request. They provide complimentary potstickers which were solid. We ordered the tom yum and added chicken, she liked the variety of veggies in the dish. Our waiter recommended the yellow curry. While the portion was generous, it wasn't nearly as flavorful as I would've liked. While it tasted fresh, the flavor profile resembled that of a traders joes yellow curry. I almost gave this restaurant five stars because of how nice the service is, but I left just a touch disappointed on the execution of the curry. Definitely cool interior and worth checking out though. read more

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Amazing from beginning to end. Everything we ordered was delicious and service is phenomenal.

The best Vietnamese food I've ever had. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The fresh wraps were excellent, and I highly recommend the cheese wontons and dumplings , they were some of the best we've ever had. The pho was on another level. The broth was rich and flavorful, and the portions were generous, especially with the amount of meat. One of the managers explained that they prepare their pho in small batches, which many restaurants do not do anymore because it is not as cost-effective. It really makes a difference, though, because the soup here tasted fresh and full of flavor, never watered down. The service was amazing as well. Everyone was so kind, they even gave us a ginger drink to help with digestion and an extra appetizer. They also offer a discount if you pay in cash. The staff was friendly, the restaurant was clean, and the ambiance was calm and welcoming. read more

Golden Saigon - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Wow!! Fantastic! Went around 6:30 - was pretty crowded and had to wait for a table. Several workers came up to us while waiting to ensure we were doing okay / didnt anything. We got the crab rangoons (amazing) and they surprised us with dumplings on the house! Both were delicious and we thought this was so incredibly kind. I ordered the pho. Previously i wasnt a huge fan of pho - but everyone around us had it, so i felt like it had to be good here. indeed i was correct. The pho was outstanding! Didnt need anything added - i now consider myself a pho fan! This was a great experience. I cannot wait to return! read more

I came in after work to place a to-go order, they sat me down with a menu, and after allowing me to consider the menu for the perfect amount of time took my order. Then I was brought a small order of dumplings and a housemade ginger ale on the house while I wait! Food had been delicious and excellent. Relaxing vibe as well, will dine-in in the future as well! read more

I'm surprised I haven't left a review as we have been coming here consistently for years. Perhaps I selfishly wanted to keep it a secret! First, the crispy egg roll appetizer is something I crave! It's so good and fresh! The pho is amazing. The Chinese dishes are excellent. They make their own ginger beer and their own French bread and those are two things I love! read more

Golden Saigon - Bokho beef stew - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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10/10 every time. I love this place so much. I'm having a hard time straying from my original order (appetizer sampler, curry, and pho) because it's SO GOOD. We were also given complementary ginger ale and dumplings which were delicious. Services and vibes are . Will be coming back soon! read more

Golden Saigon - Homemade ginger ale - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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Wow I mean wow! I absolutely love this place! It has a beautiful cozy atmosphere and the service is top tier everyone was so very friendly it makes you feel at home. The food is always fresh and delicious 12/10 read more

The servers were so nice, and they even gave us ginger soda and spring rolls on the house :) Food was fantastic! So satisfying

Excellent service and unique ambience that makes you feel like you've stepped into a botanist's private study. Food arrived sizzling, aromatic and was clearly made with high quality meat and seafood. Lemongrass was the high note of each bite We tried beef clay pot with tomato and Mama Le's shrimp curry paired with Thai tea. read more

Golden Saigon - Appetizers (on the house) - Vietnamese Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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