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    New Saigon

    4.3 (304 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese
    Open 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    NEW SAIGON ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Seafood Pho
    Carolyn P.

    This was my first visit to New Saigon and actually we had intended to go to another restaurant but it was closed. What a happy accident. As we entered the restaurant our server seated us immediately and was friendly & attentive. My companion and I were out to have Pho and New Saigon didn't disappoint. I had the seafood Pho and my companion had the plain Pho. The broth was rich and flavorful with a combination of tender, delicious seafood. The serving of the large Pho was generous and filled with noodles. Plenty to take home for another meal. The ambience is traditional with the large fish tank upon entering with carved wooden dividers and Asian landscape art on the walls. I wouldn't call it romantic but pleasant and family friendly. So if you're looking for delicious Pho take the drive out to Union and try New Saigon.

    Christina M.

    This place is located in an outdoor shopping plaza with open. and closed businesses. There was a lot of pedestrian activity in front of and behind the business. I wasn't sure if the people were prostitutes and drug addicts, or just regular people hanging out. Therefore, I had to sit where I could watch my car to make sure it wasn't broken into while eating. On the bright side, the inside of the restaurant was large and had booths and tables. We were helped immediately upon seating. We ordered the beef stew, shrimp pho, Thai tea, and a Vietnamese iced coffee. Everything was tasty.

    This looked sooo good but taste like dog water
    Edith P.

    Ok, so I've gave this place a try over and over again and every time I come out disappointed and tell myself I'm never going there again. The only reason I even go is because pho vy is closed so I settle for this joint. Food taste like water. No flavor !!! The service is really good. Friendly staff ... but it's a big NO for me

    Pho soup base
    Jason H.

    Food is good as always Extremely disappointed with the amount of ingredients for our Pho! If you are going to charge more for your dishes then why are you skimping! Higher prices for less ingredients leaves a sour taste! Sad

    lucy y.

    BEST VIET FOOD IN TOWN!!! Service was great too, staff always came to check if everything was going well. Restrooms were also very clean, so that's a plus! (: WOULD COME AGAIN

    Gabriela R.

    Not sure why I haven't been here, luckily they were nice enough to serve me before they opened! We ordered the seafood pho and some shrimp spring rolls and everyone was great. Service was quick and friendly and very spacious!

    Small pho with all the meats
    Lydia V.

    Popped into this place for the first time. Place is fairly large and because it was raining, it was busy! We were seated right away and the staff came over immediately to take our drink order. The menu has your basic and popular dishes... pho and rice and vermicelli dishes. The phones a very rustic and tasty broth. If you're used to clear lightly flavored broths this one may surprise you. We ordered the pho with all the meats: rare beef, brisket, meatballs, tripe, and tendon. We also ordered the pork and shrimp spring rolls and crispy egg rolls. They were just okay. The spring rolls did not have any flavor whatsoever. The pork and shrimp were bland. The shrimp also had fu it jink on it so I took out the rest of it and don't eat it. The crispy rolls were a tad mushy on the inside and did not have any pizazz! The restaurant is a bit musty, outdated but functional. The bathrooms needed cleaning. It seems like they don't check them often because someone had a blowout and it was messy! If you have to go... hold it. I wouldn't say the bathrooms are clean and inviting. I've cleaner bathrooms at Arco. After all this, the owner offered a tapioca and coconut milk dessert in the house. The dessert was made with mung beans and unfortunately, it tasted as such. Not a huge fan, but now I know. If you go, enjoy!!

    Chicken Noodle
    Kamrie F.

    Love this place! Service is always quick and to the point. Have only ever had the pho and a couple appetizers so can't recommend anything else.

    Rare steak pho
    Karen G.

    The pho was so good here, it has so much flavor and it was piping hot which I love! Quality of the meat that they use is also great! Doesn't have any stringy fat. The lady here is so sweet and very attentive, this place gives a homey vibe.

    Chicken Pho Super Spicy
    Mayra G.

    From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by the warmth and hospitality of the staff--they're truly exceptional! The atmosphere here is inviting and full of positive energy, making this Oxnard transplant feel right at home. Now, let's talk about the food... absolutely phenomenal! Every dish bursts with flavor and authenticity--it's honestly some of the best Vietnamese cuisine I've ever had, possibly even better than what I'm used to back home! Whether I'm craving something soothing after a tough day or just need a reliable go-to spot, this place delivers every single time. I haven't tried a single item I didn't love. Comfort food, exceptional service, and a welcoming vibe--what more could you ask for? Without a doubt, this is a solid 5-star experience and a gem worth coming back to again and again!

    Bo Luc Lac "shaken beef". Also comes with a side of steamed rice. DELICIOUS!!
    T P.

    Love love this restaurant. Updating my review again. Today I had the Bo Luc Lac "shaken beef." It's a great potion, full of flavor, steak is tender and the dish is delicious! I've eaten pho here many times, too. Their food is always exceptional. I recommend this restaurant to everyone! I've been coming for years!

    Karla G.

    We came here on a Sunday morning. It was our first time at this resto. We thought of giving it a try since we love Pho and egg rolls. We tried house pho and egg rolls. It was flavorful though a little bit smaller portion than the other Vietnamese restaurant we have tried. I wasnt able to take a photo of the soup since we were excited to eat lol. It was really good! My son also ordered the fruit tea drink, it was way too sweet or concentrated, hope they can put some more water. Moreover, the service was fast and the server was nice. He gave us a complimentary dessert at the end; it was a hot tapioca, it was tasty and not too sweet. Overall, I recommend this place.

    Pho Special w/ beef rare on the side (instead of inside the bowl)

    Best Beef Pho in Bakersfield. Old school vibe w/ a fish tank at entrance, booths & table seating. Service is fast & friendly. Many traditional dishes on the menu including Baked Catfish served with all the accoutrements. Buy 3 get 1 free allows us to always take home the delicious fried rice.

    Beef pho with spring rolls

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    Outstanding food. Veggie crapes are the best! Vietnamese beer and outstanding service. We love this place!

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    Hidden Gem, Real authentic pho!! Very good service! The broth of the pho is amazing !!

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    The service was awesome and the food was amazing. I'm looking forward to my next visit

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    I had the pork and shrimp spring rolls, as well as the rare steak pho…read more Rolls were good, fairly standard. Dipping sauce was decent, but sweeter than I prefer. Too much hoisin, not enough peanut flavor. Pho was good, broth had a nice flavor. Nothing to really blow me away, but good enough that I would have it again. I was bummed about the toppings plate though because it came with cilantro and lemons instead of basil and limes. Never seen that before. I really enjoy the flavor of the basil, so that was disappointing. People working there today were very nice, but it felt like they were understaffed and it was kind of chaotic trying to get a table for just myself and my young child. We stood among people waiting for pick up orders for a long time without being addressed. There was no clear queue, just several people waiting around the entrance. When I finally got someone's attention she was friendly and quickly got me a table and high chair.

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