I was in Brighton for a conference in mid-September 2023 and decided to try this Vietnamese…read morerestaurant for an early dinner (5:45pm) on a Wednesday. First, the food quality is good and reasonably priced (13 pounds). I ordered the big bowl pho soup includes noodles, meatballs, and beef with a side helping of bean sprouts to add. It was satisfying and hearty. The only blemish was that the broth had a bit more fat than I would have liked. Location is convenient for visitors to Brighton. It's on Preston Street near the Waitrose supermarket. From the Brighton I-360 tourist attraction, it's about 1-2 blocks north away from the water. From Churchill Square (near the clock tower), it's about a 5-7 minute walk to the west (along the street that is reserved for buses and taxis only). The restaurant is a bit tiny - I would recommend it for solo diner or couples. It's not convenient for a large group. Preston Street has a nice boba tea shop across the way and other restaurants that are worth a look-see. Overall, I would recommend "the Big Bowl" for visitors to Brighton who are looking for authentic Vietnamese pho.

I'm glad I got to try this place as I've been struggling to find good Vietnamese food. Coming from…read moreCalifornia, I was spoilt with options but there was only one place I trusted in Brighton until today! I ordered the Bún cha combo which has vermicelli noodles, grilled pork, chicken and a spring roll. It comes with a dipping sauce that's a mixture of lemon juice, ginger, chilli, garlic and vinegar. It was tasty and cost just under £9. Service was very friendly and nice. I will definitely come back and try other items on the menu!

Really like it the first time, like it again the second time, and then again the third time. Now I…read moresometimes make the trip to just come here, for some good old authentic Vietnamese food. This is a little gem in Leyton. What makes this Vietnamese restaurant stand outs, is that it has a slightly different added menu, it still makes the traditional food, but stuffed chicken wings? Saying that, the traditional dishes were just as splendid, full of mouth watering flavours, combining with the freshness and texture when taking that first bite. And there was no skimping on the portion sizes. I left that restaurant quite full. The venue itself was spacious and open. really cool modern and simple decorating, but it works. Even when the restaurant was full, still did not feel crowded, quite the opposite, relax with a buzz vibe. That was also due to the part of the waiters, who were very friendly, attentive, and on point. They have some really good lunch offers at the moment, so that really helps, but generally the cost is quite decent and value for money, comparing to other Vietnamese restaurants. Other than parking and its awkward location, one way narrow road, I would say this is a good place to eat.

One of only very few places I'll go in London for a bowl of pho...I am not usually picky about my…read morefood except when it comes to pho! Staff are super friendly and helpful... Update 2/11/2016: Little Saigon have upgraded their menu and have included more home cooked favourites! Canh Chua Nem nuong! Highly recommend!!!!

I'm from Southern California, just north of Orange County where the best Vietnamese food in the…read moreworld is. Traveling internationally 9 months out of the year, I look for Vietnamese everywhere I go and Eat Saigon is easily the best I've found anywhere in the UK. Seriously fresh, well prepared, made to order with attentive service.

Great Vietnamese restaurant just off of the main market square in Northampton. We had the wonton…read morenoodle soup and the chicken pho with rice vermicelli. Both dishes looked and tasted great (pics attached). Meals are relatively inexpensive (although i'm comparing to London prices) we paid less than 20£ for 2 people with Drinks. The place seems to be a hot spot for local vietnamese living around, hence I will presume that if it tastes good for their taste buds, it must be closer to traditional recipes/flavours. Recommend to everyone. Will come back again!

The beef pho broth is on point. Love their style of rice noodles too. It was like a soft and silky…read morerice noodle instead of the vermicelli I am used to. For £10, probably one of the best cheap eats in London

Great food and good service. Busy restaurant so reservations suggested…read more Authentic Thai with an extensive menu. Medium spice was quite spicy for me.

I liked the duck. The pho is heavy on the star anise, but my partner who ordered it liked it. We…read morewill be back to try other items. I was looking forward to Viet desserts, but they are not available today. Maybe on the weekends? This is a nice clean space.

This restaurant is one of few in London with truly authentic Vietnamese food. The stir fried beef…read morewith lemongrass and chili and egg noodles with prawn were both exceptionally lovely, and I wouldn't be surprised if the same could be said about every other dish on the menu. We were helped by Tom, a particularly friendly and caring team member, and the ambience and cleanliness of the establishment are both first-rate (I spent a good ten minutes admiring a beautiful mural painted on one of the walls). Having enjoyed the food of countless Vietnamese restaurants throughout the Vietnamese enclaves of Southern California, I can confidently recommend Bui Vien to the self-proclaimed foodie and Battersea local alike.

I saw that Pho Saigon was nearby when I searched Yelp, and I'm so glad I decided (after walking…read morearound the block and back) to go in. I was offered a small bowl of homemade kimchi to go with my Tiger beer, which I was delighted by! I've wanted to try Kimchi for AGES! And it was so tasty :-) I ordered a king prawn pho. Flat noodles; halved prawns; fresh coriander, basil and mint; sliced red chilli and bean sprouts on the side which I added. I also asked if they could give it a bit of a kick to try and sink my blossoming cold and they kindly obliged. Not too hot, but enough to give it some warmth. Omnomnom! Gorgeous :-) I spoke to the owner afterwards and he said they were quite new. I would definitely be back if I'm in the area.

This is a nice little restaurant with friendly and polite staff. The menu is somewhat limited, it…read moredoes not offer Banh Mi, one of the most popular Vietnamese specialities. I had one of the soups with rice vermicelli, beef and vegetables. It was good but no matter what spiciness I added, the broth still seemed too bland for my preference. Same for my wife's rice vermicelli with mixed vegetables. The little bowl of pickled vegetables that was brought to the table were delicious. Just the right amount of spice and pickling. The restaurant is very clean, nicely decorated and it's front tables open to the sidewalk, with a couple of tables outside. Also the price was very reasonable. I'd like to give these nice people 4 stars for all the above, but the main entree failed to satisfy.

Awesome food and great service. I have enjoyed the food here many times but only just got round to…read morewitting a review. Me and my partner have sampled half the menu and keep coming back for more. As you can probably tell the photos, we've been here a lot and it's always excellent. The only issue with the place is it's semi outdoor so it gets a little cold in winter. But this isn't something they have control over. Just wrap up a bit and enjoy. I highly recommend the drunken pork and Saigon fishcakes

I really wanted to love Thanh Binh and nearly did. It's Cambridge's only Vietnamese restaurant and…read morethus my only local source of pho... and after street sides and train stations in Vietnam and strip malls and chinatowns in the USA it felt something special to be slurping up the beefy stuff in a beautiful 300 year old street house sandwiched between Elizabethan colleges. But sweet location and fancy presentation comes with a price - £8.50 for a pho bo that's slim on good beef, £11+ for duck curries. And where were the other pho and soup options? No Hue crepes? It was a slim menu with tempting descriptions but few real stand outs. The pho passed the test (just) and so did the (Thai-ish) duck curry. The Hanoi beer was delish and so was the red bean dessert. If you feel brave they do durian ice cream too. I was feeling wimpy. No, not the burger chain. Typical of so many places in England... high prices for okayish exotic food served in outstanding beautiful locations. If it's the cuisine you love, you leave wanting - if it's the occasion you love, you'll be one of the many many people waiting for another seat here. You may probably even have to book ahead. ---------- --------- Perhaps not so typical but worth a random mention... they double as a shop selling gorgeous Vietnamese handbags and jewelery during the day.

Thanh Bing is great for a delicious and reasonably priced lunch. I have eaten here several times…read morebut always for lunch. The food and service have been consistently good. They have a multi choice two course menu of tasty Vietnamese dishes.

We visited Pho with our young family (two adults, a toddler, and a baby), and while there were some…read morepositives to the experience, we left feeling disappointed and disheartened by how the situation was handled. Firstly, we want to say thank you for checking in on our food and being so responsive to our allergy concerns. That care was genuinely appreciated and gave us confidence in what we were eating. However, the experience fell short in how our family was treated--particularly as parents of a neurodiverse toddler. Understandably, our little one was tired and hungry when we arrived. While waiting for food, he became overstimulated and struggled to stay calm, eventually settling with a game that helped him regulate--though it did cause him to vocalize loudly in excitement. We were actively trying to manage this, including removing the crayons and activities when they became unhelpful. A supervisor then approached us and said other guests were complaining, asking whether we could "keep him quiet or go outside." While we understand the need to be mindful of other diners, the way this was said felt more like an ultimatum than a compassionate check-in. In that moment, we needed support, not pressure. What made it worse was overhearing a staff member say to a couple who had just been seated near us, "Let us know if you want to move at any point." This clearly implied our child was a problem. To their credit, the couple themselves questioned why they'd need to move--highlighting that the issue wasn't as disruptive as it was made out to be. Still, overhearing this exchange without any attempt by staff to reassure or support us left us feeling judged and unwelcome. We truly understand the challenge of balancing a calm environment for all diners, but families--especially those with neurodiverse children--need more understanding, not subtle exclusion. These situations require empathy and discretion, not public discomfort. Again, thank you for your excellent attention to food allergies. That part of the service was handled with care and professionalism. We hope this feedback encourages greater awareness and inclusive training for staff so that families can feel just as welcomed as anyone else.

为什么连pho英国的都没有美国的好吃，后厨看着有点业余，上菜很慢，牛肉正常来说是烫熟的但这个汤不够烫而且牛肉有腥气，整体来说还可以吧，份量不小性价比高，汤头还算可以，酸辣虾河粉更好吃一点但没有牛肉顶饱…read more