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    Pho Saigon

    4.3 (292 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Bea R.

    PHO-NOMENAL! Pho Saigon in Hackensack is one of my go-to spots for authentic, affordable, and delicious Vietnamese cuisine. It's located downtown on Main Street with metered street parking around the area. It's no surprise that they're always busy during peak lunch and dinner hours. Many customers dine in and order take-out. The restaurant is small, but cozy. Seating is limited, so there may be a bit of a wait, especially if you're dining with a larger group. It's a no-frills, casual atmosphere where you can enjoy a tasty meal. The menu isn't extensive, but they offer allllll of the good stuff - summer rolls, pho, rice platters, noodles, fried rice, banh mi sandwiches. They have reasonable prices that are a good value for the portion sizes! I've dined in a couple of times and service is always quick and attentive. Here are my favorite items to order: *Beef Combo Pho $16.45 (includes rich beef stock, rice noodles, anise, charcoaled ginger, herbs, spices, beef & brisket, beef balls, beef tendon, tripe, white onion, cilantro, scallions, bean sprouts, basil, jalapeno peppers, lime) - I always feel revived after having their pho. The various beef cuts were all tender and offered a range of different textures and flavors. The broth was the heart of the pho. It was aromatic, warm, and rich. It was heavily spiced with cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, and coriander, which enhanced the beefy flavor. The noodles were smooth, slightly chewy, and absorbed the flavors of the broth well. The chili and hoisin sauces added some extra heat and sweetness. The garnishes added a nice crunch with every bite. *Spicy Lemongrass Soup $15.45 (includes beef & brisket, beef balls, lemongrass broth, chili oil, Asian spices, bean sprouts, jalapeno, and basil) - This hits the spot on a cold day or when you're sick! They did not skimp out on the beef and it was juicy and flavorful. The broth was a fiery orange-red color with the perfect blend of citrusy and spicy flavors. I have a decent spice tolerance and this cleared my sinuses lol. *Crispy Spring Rolls $9.95 (minced pork, mixed vegetables, lettuce greens, mint, nuoc cham sauce) - Such a good appetizer to start off your meal! The rolls are hot, crispy, and generously filled with seasoned pork. Don't miss out on this spot if you're craving pho! I would LOVE to try their banh mi and rice platters in the future!

    Pho
    James C.

    I wish there was a way to do 3 1/2 stars because that's exactly what the place was. It's packed and the service was nice in the sense they gave us the appetizers before the main courses of soup, but the waitress couldn't care less we were there. She didn't even come by once to see if we needed napkins or anything. The spring rolls and summer rolls were good. The pho was OK. It was not the best I ever had or the worst, it did the job. They were a little chincy on the meat. If I lived over there, I guess it would be my go to spot but Not living there, I would never go out of my way to go to this place if I was looking for a nice bowl of pho. Pho Saigon - eh in if in the area and I needed pho stat

    Beef pho
    Shelly D.

    Delicious food! (+) there was a small wait but we quickly got seated (+) free parking in the back of the restaurant (+) reasonable price and huge portions (+) large selections of food both viet and thai (+) kids friendly, high chair, plastic utensils and cups (-) satay beef was very hard, chewy, and dry. Not recommended (-) tiny bathroom and no changing table

    Vineet S.

    One of our go to pho spots, consistent great pho with reasonable prices. Been here a few times, and always enjoyed food. Place gets busy at times so arrive early or call ahead.

    Jane C.

    Is there anything as comforting on a cold night as slurping thin rice noodles from a rich, deep, stewed-for-hours broth? Others might disagree, but it was what my taste buds were screaming for on a recent blustering cold night. My husband and I stumbled upon this restaurant, and the short version of this review is that we not only satisfied my cravings, but I think we've found our favorite Vietnamese spot in the area. I was bemused by the way they display comically oversized versions of their menu at every table. What I initially considered to be somewhat gimmicky turned out to be quite convenient since everyone at the table was simultaneously viewing the same menu while discussing ordering options. I love how quickly the food gets to your table at Vietnamese restaurants, and Pho Saigon is no exception. Our crispy spring rolls arrived mere minutes after ordering, and they were everything I'd want from a good fried appetizer - meaty, flavorful, and hot enough to do some of those open-mouthed dragon breaths after your first bite. My beef pho was also fantastic, with the broth perfectly redolent of all the spices that imparted their flavors. But I was most impressed with my husband's chicken vermicelli bowl. The meat was beautifully seasoned and, once mixed with the supplied sauce, made for a light and refreshing meal. It'll definitely be my next order when I'm here (and, if it weren't already clear enough, I'm most certainly going be back for more). Service is polite and blazingly efficient. If you're in the area and cursed with the craving for solid Vietnamese food, don't miss this restaurant.

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    Joann S.

    Lovely spot! Food tasted fresh and light, nothing greasy. Served/hostess was friendly and polite. Highly recommend if you're in the area for something simple, warm, and healthy. Chicken satay skewers were grilled to perfection. :) Will definitely come back when I'm in the area!

    Jess B.

    Delicious pho bowl! Such an adorable hole in the wall. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area.

    Nancy W.

    Pho Saigon, we have gone here a few times over the years. Whether it's calling for take out or sit down, the food is not to disappoint. My go to is the Vegetable and Tofu Pho. There is a good amount of vegetables, tofu and pho in the big bowl. I'm not a fan of ground pepper. However in this dish, I don't mind it and it's in the overall soup. If you eat at Pho Saigon, you will get the beansprouts, basil, jalapeño in the dish that goes with your pho. We also have had Summer rolls previously before too (not pictured). Also a good appetizer too. Friendly service, all payments accepted, Parking is available around town using the meters.

    Christine H.

    Pho Saigon is a treat in this area that used to be not so safe. Each of the dishes that we tried - pho, noodles, and meat/rice, were all delightful. The only downside of this palace is that it's so small that you may need to be waiting on a table -- often on top of another table. It leads to a bit of discomfort or rushing but then again, it's a small price to pay for the space. Additionally, the prices are super reasonable and I think it's an excellent dining option that brings authentic cuisine to the area.

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    Hank C.

    Stopped in here for lunch today, there was already a line at the door by the time they opened, definitely a hotspot for folks to visit and eat. It was full even as we were seated early. At the tables you have giant menus on boards so they don't have to hand out paper or menus to you, they are a bit slow in the service though. I've worked at a restaurant as small and been much more efficient with less people working the front. As for the food, the spring rolls are quite good, crunchy and four to an order so a bit small but they do come with lettuce and cucumbers and pickled carrots and daikon. The Summer rolls are a bit heavy on the rice noodle and veggies, they didn't have too much shrimp so we skipped it after seeing the table next to us get their order. The beef combo was good sized, plenty of noodles and a mix of beef brisket, meatballs, tendon, and tripe. A little bit of pepper on top, the broth was not bad but I've had better at Nam Son. We did like the hot sauce on the table, and they brought out bean sprouts and lime and basil leaves and a little bit of jalapenos sliced up. They didn't bring enough bean sprouts, we had seven bowls of pho and only two small plates of bean sprouts, by the time they brought out a third the broth was already too cold to cook the bean sprouts all the way through so a bit of a waste. Overall, I've definitely had better but it's a good enough stop for a hot soup on a cold day, and definitely popular as people were still waiting even as we finished up. They do add tip already to the bill, so don't be like us and accidentally check a box for additional gratuity unless you intend so. Also, I feel like the water tasted a bit off, like coming from a coffee container with a bit of that aftertaste. Definitely drank a lot of water, feel like there might have been some MSG in the broth.

    Far left is Spicy Lemongrass Soup with extra heat, the one at bottom of pic is regular Spicy Lemongrass Soup ton of food so good!
    Tim R.

    Spicy lemon grass soup is great! Service is as well. They are very friendly and quick to refill your water and ask if you need anything else. Seating is plentiful and the bathrooms are clean.

    Need to find this hot sauce in stores! It's spicier than sriracha
    Mel T.

    I think I may have found my go-to Vietnamese spot. It tastes good and is a great value. I'm usually weary of Vietnamese places that also serve Pad Thai, but Pho Kitchen was really good. Our party of four came in at around 1 on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. There was a ten minute wait but they had a lot of tables, so it was quick. To start, we ordered crispy spring rolls and veggie spring rolls. The crispy spring rolls were great - they use rice paper which I love. I didn't try the veggie ones but I noticed they use regular frozen spring roll wrappers for those. For my entree, I had the vermicelli bowl with three proteins - pork, chicken, and beef. I love how thinly sliced the proteins were. It looks like it would be dry but it was very tender. Can't wait to come back on a colder day to try some of their pho! Will have to try their banh mis as well.

    A fancy dish made to order
    Jim G.

    Went with a friend who is a regular here. His recommendation was good, as this is a fine place to eat. Delicious food, great service, and a nice decor.

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    My Family and I have become regulars here. Thank you Anne and Suni for your amazing hospitality. Best Pho and Bàhn Mì I've had.

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    We came here on a Friday night for some Pho and the grilled pork over rice. The pho combo option…read morewas as expected, flavorful, didn't disappoint. After learned that they couldn't add a fried egg and no sausage option with the grilled pork, I opted for the three meat combo over rice instead, beef, chicken and lamb. The meat were flavorful and honestly I couldn't tell between lamb and beef in the end. But it was so good, especially with the fish sauce, yummy. Kids enjoyed the fried rice and wanted more of the spring rolls. Only dish that we were thrilled by was the beef stew, ok to skip. The place is small with limited seating. If you are a party of more than four you could have a hard time with tables. There was just one small round table that could accommodate a part of six, but beyond that, they will have to put together a few tables which is a challenge on the weekends. Location is super convenient. There is a Haagen-Dazs right around the corner and a laundry mat. Drop off your laundry, get some Pho, then stop by Haagen Dazs for dessert, sounds like a perfect night.

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    My all time fav spot for a classic bowl of pho. My kid loves it here and always ask for a side of…read moreextra noodle which is a great addition, not many places offer that. Food comes out quick and all at once. I hate when I'm sitting there waiting for others dishes while drooling into mines haha Cozy spot, not a bunch of tables, decent amount but I suggest making a reservation to be safe. They serve a plate of shrimp chips on the house rather than bread. Def oily but hey it's tasty chips. Everything was flavorful no need to add any hot sauce or even hoisin to the pho. That says a lot! To me at least haha will forever take that 30 mins drive for a bowl for pho here. Check it out! You won't be disappointed. But if you are? Sorry not sorry

    What can I say about THE BEST Vietnamese restaurant that I have found in Jersey thus far. Don't let…read moreme enjoy all this deliciousness by myself, go try it. I met a few friends there for lunch and enjoyed their $15 lunch special and was blown away by how authentic and freaking delicious everything was. I grew up in Queens where I ate Vietnamese all the time and have been searching for the same quality ever since moving to Jersey. I finally found it!!! And the portions were huge. We all took food home. We've even done take out a few times and ventured further into their menu and were not disappointed. Street parking available but can get tricky. Not a lot of spots. I parked in the Asian Markets parking lot right behind the restaurant. Not sure if it's allowed.

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    I've been on the hunt to find good Vietnamese food in the NYC area and managed to make my way to…read moreJersey for this spot! Their portions are solid and the pho broth was pretty good! They are really generous with the meats and it was a super filling meal for the price! The staff was really sweet and it looks like a small family run business and inside they can only really fit 12 people or so! I noticed as I was eating there, the takeout orders were nonstop so they must have a loyal following! We got the beef & brisket pho which had a nice broth - slightly sweet but with all the veggies and sauces put in, I was able to get the taste I was looking for. We also got the spring rolls which were fried perfectly! I absolutely love a good crunch when I wrap the spring rolls in the lettuce! Definitely swing by or order to-go from this spot!

    One place that I always forget about, but glad when I remember. We have eaten here twice and it's a…read morelittle hidden gem that needs no polish. The dining room and restaurant itself is bare-bones, but the food is fantastic. Before you do any eating, be sure to order the Vietnamese Coffee. It's like a chocolate milk/touch of coffee ice cream with the kick of Sea Biscuit. My wife always gets a Pho, and I get one of the many other selections. Banh Mi, Shaken Cubed-Steak, Vermicelli Combo, etc. We have yet to try dessert due to always being full. You'll definitely get your money's worth here !

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