My favorite Vietnamese food in Tucson in terms of the food itself…read more My favorites here: #16 Seasoned Julienned taro root with vermicelli noodles, pickled daikon and the typical vietnamese herbs etc and sweet soy sauce. It comes with fried tofu typically but they let you exchange the tofu with a couple of their delicious vietnamese crispy rice paper egg rolls that are stuffed with deliciously seasoned tofu (#14 on the menu) and that's my favorite way to order it. Mixing all of it together is heaven. This is by far my favorite here! I find that I generally really like taro- all parts of the plant! The root as served in this restaurant and in Thai desserts, the leaves in filipino laing and the stalk (elephant ear stalk) in vietnamese Canh Chua soup. #20 Fried rice noodles dish (ask for the crispy option!) . This one became quite expensive recently but when I had it in the past it was delicious. Definitely get the crispy version! #14: Those vietnamese crispy rice paper egg rolls that are stuffed with deliciously seasoned tofu are so good. They let you get them a la carte but the full plate comes with the sauce and herbs. I get them as part of #16 as described above so it has the sauce and herbs in that dish as well. I really love that they have a vegetarian and vegan menu and that they have the vegan sweet soy sauce available in place of fish sauce for that menu. The restaurant is attached to Lee Lee international supermarket which is an absolute must visit in my opinion for international food lovers and people who want to learn about world cuisines. It's a great place to find international ingredients that are not easily found elsewhere. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite!

This restaurant really speaks to what family and generational recipes can do for a restaurant. When…read morewe walked in after shopping at the international market next door, we were seated right away. There are several different condiments, extra napkins, and utensils already on the table for your convenience. Our food arrived quickly and both items had such depth of flavor! The rice noodles with scallion oil came with onions wrapped in beef and grilled, something we had never tried before but were just as good as it sounds. The pho broth also clearly had been simmering for hours. It was dark and rich in flavor while the veggies were still crisp and fresh. For living in central Tucson, this place is definitely worth the 20 minute drive!

Quick service and good food. We all had some type of rice noodles dish and all were very goodread more

I'll start by saying, Miss Saigon on Campbell has been so generous!…read more After a downtown bike ride my love and I landed here for a warm dinner. I ordered shrimp lo mein and I was pleasantly surprised with a large number of shrimp! This location is more casual than the broadway location but the service is FAST and everyone here is so friendly and sweet. :) Miss Saigon is a Tucson legend, and rightfully so.

Recently went to Ha Long Bay on a weekend morning and had a great experience! We were the only…read morecustomers at first, so we got seated right away and our food came out quickly, though customers started to trickle in shortly after. I ordered the Pho Ha Long Bay Special, the combination pho, and it was delicious. The broth was deep and flavorful, perfect for a cold day, the noodles were perfectly chewy, and they didn't include many green toppings, which is how I prefer it. However, despite it being the combo bowl, the portion felt a bit small, especially since there was very little tendon or tripe even though the dish cost extra. Portion size aside, the customer service was friendly and had a warm, family-like feel. I'm happy to have found a local Vietnamese restaurant and would gladly come back again!

I love takeout from here on my lazy days. However, Last night we stopped in for a quick dinner…read moreafter a busy work day. The food came fast and the service was excellent as usual. The owners and/or their kids are usually here. The owners always come up for a chat and to make everything tastes great. They keep the place very clean. I usually order their House Special Pho but today I got Com Tam beef which was very flavorful

Finally found my people…read more Walking in here honestly felt like a little hub of my Vietnamese culture. Easily the most Vietnamese I've seen in a crowd at a restaurant in Tucson, which says a lot about the authenticity. I ordered the veggie pho and it absolutely hit the spot. Clean, flavorful broth, fresh toppings, and that comforting "pho therapy" vibe you just can't fake. The menu has great variety (hello boba options ), and everything felt casual, welcoming, and community-driven. If you're craving legit Vietnamese comfort food -- especially good pho with real flavor -- this one's worth the stop. I'll definitely be back.

I tend to read reviews prior to checking out a place, but I have had the pleasure of eating here…read more3x. My first experience was when my best friend door dashed me an order on my birthday when I was sick. Let me tell you the Phô hits the spot when you're not feeling well. I have stopped in two other times and both have been great experiences. The large Phô was more than enough to fill me up. (6'3", 250), added with a boba tea made my experience that much more enjoyable. Now, for those who are concerned about MSG, take the time to do a little research. It's about as rare as celiac disease.... Everyone claims to have it. Can it be an intolerance, sure as with anything, but our body uses sodium physiologically and the other part is an amino acid that naturally occurs as well. That amino acid is derived from vegetables. So I call BS, but whatever. Monosodium glutamate (MSG) and sodium chloride (NaCl, table salt) differ primarily in their chemical structure and sodium concentration. MSG is a salt of sodium and glutamic acid (an amino acid) containing ~12-14% sodium, while NaCl is a compound of sodium and chloride containing ~39-40% sodium. MSG provides umami taste, whereas NaCl provides saltiness.  Key Chemical Differences: Chemical Formula and Structure: NaCl: A simple ionic compound, with a cubic crystal structure. MSG: A salt of glutamic acid. (monosodium glutamate hydrate), which contains a sodium ion and a glutamate molecule. Sodium Content: MSG has roughly two-thirds less sodium by weight compared to table salt. Production/Source:NaCl: Obtained through mining or evaporation of seawater.MSG: Produced through the fermentation of starches, sugar beets, or sugarcane. Flavor Profile: NaCl provides a purely salty taste. MSG triggers the umami (savory) taste receptor, enhancing flavor without high sodium levels. Appearance: Both are white, crystalline, but MSG crystals are often longer/prismatic (like "mini snowflakes") while table salt is often granular or cubic.  Impact in Cooking:While both enhance flavor, they function differently. MSG adds savory depth (umami), while salt provides salinity. Due to lower sodium levels, MSG is sometimes used to reduce total sodium intake in food, providing savory flavor without excessive sodium.  So Newton Pho.... Keep serving up your yummy goodness. I appreciate it!!!

FOOD - Com Tam Dac Biet (Broken Rice Deluxe): broken rice…read morewith, pork chop, grilled sausage, pork paste patty, shrimp, meatloaf, and shredded pork. Everything was good besides the pork paste patty. It was possibly the worst grilled pork patty I've ever had. It was tough and lacked flavor. The pork chop was really good though. I like how it was pre-cut into segments so it was easier to consume. 4/5 - I love that they offered a pho + banh mi combo. The small was the perfect amount for my kids to split. We took the banh mi to-go to eat on the plane. -- Pho Combo: good flavor. 4.5/5 -- Banh Mi Thit Nuong (grilled pork): the meat was tender and flavorful. No overwhelming lemongrass taste that I don't like. 4.5/5 - Pork Paste Spring Roll (Nem Nuong): Unfortunately, this was the same meat I didn't like in my rice platter. I did like that it was simple. Just lettuce and rice noodles. The sauce was good. 3/5 SERVICE: Fast enough and friendly. 5/5 FINAL THOUGHTS: I would come back and try other items. The food was pretty good and the price was fair.

The food not bad hence the 3 stars. I had vegetarian pho and the broth was bland. NOT THE BEST PHO…read moreIN TOWN!! Shrimp tempura was crispy and fresh. Beef vermicelli was pretty good too. Now for the bad-the service!! First off I asked if I could get veggie egg rolls instead of pork in the beef vermicelli'. The cook said no; it's not it was mixed in and you can't remove them... fine, I ordered a side of veggie egg rolls. The waiter never came to check on us. I had to get to go boxes. He never acknowledged us. We waited so long that I could have dined and dashed and no one would have been the wiser. The place is nondescript but it was clean inside. Guess I'll continue to go to Miss Saigon! That's what I get for trying something different.

We got the Wonton Noodle Soup, two variations of the Guilin Noodles, and the Guilin Chicken Rice…read more All of the items are solid and there isn't much to critique about, other than the chicken and the rice not being the same temperature (though that's normal). It's not going to be the best you ever had in your life, and if you've been to Southern China, you're not going to be blown away. HOWEVER, it is the homemade taste that makes it good. It doesn't feel like any other restaurant, it feels like you are at somebody's house. Here's the thing, I came in expecting the usual Chinese food affair, but I left genuinely surprised and impressed. This restaurants specializes in Southern Chinese food, which is different from other regions. I am so happy this restaurant and its chains helps the cuisine gain exposure and adds depth to Chinese food in general. Even better, the menu is laid out in a way that it is easy to understand: gluten-free options, allergies, and spice level. The service was great. All though it isn't a "full" sit-down restaurant, everybody there seemed to know the menu well and was happy to be there. As a Cantonese person, it was nice hearing my language being spoken in the kitchen. The restaurant itself was immaculately clean and very modern. We came during early dinner time so the parking lot was near empty and easy to park. Overall, if you've never had Southern Chinese food or are looking for something more authentic than classic Chinese takeaway, definitely check out this location. The cherry on top are the big portion sizes and the price.

I met my friend here for lunch, wow so much flavor and the amount is unreal. I will have lunch for…read moretomorrow too. The service was great, the people were authentic, and the food was awesome. With the construction going on into a little hard to get in here, but it's worth it.

I called ahead to place an order for three pho soups while I was already on my way and was put on…read morehold, but no one ever came back on the line. When I arrived, the restaurant was completely empty, which made that experience frustrating. Once we ordered in person, the food came out very quickly about six minutes which was a plus. The pho portions were generous, and one large bowl could easily be enough for two people. However, my husband ordered the chicken lo mein and didn't like it, which was disappointing. Between the phone experience and that dish missing the mark, it took away from what could have been a better visit. Decent portions and fast service, but communication and consistency need improvement. The restaurant itself its really pretty and spacious.

Best birthday dinner ever! Miss Saigon was very busy for a Thursday evening. We were seated…read morepromptly and given glasses of water. We ordered #43 pork & eggrolls vermicelli (bun) & 49 curry catfish bun. I was in complete heaven with the fried succulent catfish. The catfish was fried perfectly with curry & fish sauce on the side. There was a good serving of rice noodles. We couldn't finish the large bowl. Breakfast will be good! Parking right outside.

I'm updating my review to 5 stars. Ever since, I have been back to this place several times now and…read moreevery sandwich I have had has been delicious. It's honestly hard to pick a favorite because they are all so good. The drinks are also good, large, and well priced. I especially like that the refreshers aren't overly sweet which makes them very drinkable. Another thing they do notably well is the service. This place nails the small social interactions like friendly talk, smiles, friendly and likable staff that makes it a pleasure to come in and talk with employees. Lastly, the last time I went in they were playing sailor moon and I think that's based af

Was looking on Yelp for a quick place to grab dinner on the way home and decided to try Banhdicted…read more-- so glad I did! I ordered through the Grubhub app for pickup, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. When I arrived, the staff member was super friendly and let me know he was just finishing up the sandwiches. He also mentioned that if I plan on coming back (which I probably will!), I should download their app. He even gave me a helpful tip: if you have a long drive home, you can ask for the vegetables and sauce on the side so everything stays fresh. Really appreciated that advice. Got home and the sandwiches were delicious -- super fresh and really flavorful. One of them had jalapeño on it and definitely brought the heat, so make sure to read the description if you're sensitive to spice! Otherwise, everything was tasty and hit the spot. Great service, great food -- will definitely be back!

The food was good not the best but good . The service was great and the ambiance was lovely. It's…read morethe reason why we go.

I smell the food cooking , frequently , and have been eager to sample some , for myself …read more Mother's Day and my wife's birthday happened to be on the same day , so I took the opportunity to take my wife there . We were greeted pleasantly at the door , and escorted to a nice table , and offered a beverage , right away . We perused the menu , and ordered the spring rolls for an appetizer . They arrived quickly , with a nice sauce for dipping , though , they were SO good , it wasn't necessary . My wife got a prosecco with pear juice , which came with a nice garnish , and she said it was delicious. I ordered the sizzling Mekong beef and steamed vegetables , and my wife had the pho tai . She says it is the best pho you can get , and I believe her , as she's had it in New York , Kansas City , New Orleans and any place else we go . I tried it , and I agree , as she's made sure I tasted it . She says it's even better than when she used to get it at the other , now closed location off of Ina Road . We were given a complimentary slice of cheesecake , as it was Mother's Day and her birthday , and it TOO was a generous portion , and VERY good !! We ended up taking quite a bit home , as the portions were generous , and we enjoy having leftovers the next day . The prices seem VERY REASONABLE, for what you get , where you are , and the quality of food and the quality of service . I highly recommend this restaurant , and am looking forward to returning , and trying some of the other menu items .

my boyfriend loves it here, really good food and service. friendly waiters and clean environment.read more

Fabulous Thai food…read more Convenient on Wilmot and 5th Very good service delightful ambience very good staff