This spot is tucked inside a business complex that serves legit Vietnamese food. There are definitely days when I don't have time to make the drive out to Little Saigon in Westminster, and this place absolutely fills that craving without the trek. I ordered the pork belly banh mi from the kiosk. It came out warm and the baguette was toasty. The pork belly was tender and flavorful. The jalepenos and cilantro is fresh and it just tied everything together. It hit the spot and is easily one of the best pork belly banh mi in Irvine. I also tried their frozen chicken pho. They sell them there but I picked mine up from Wholefoods market. I didn't know what to expect and it surprised me in the best way. It's now officially in my regular rotation. The broth tastes clean and comforting. It's close enough to a bowl of homemade chicken pho. Bonus points for healthier ingredients. Contains no MSG and has 22g of protein. I didn't feel heavy or bloated afterwards which is rare for packaged pho. The portion is on the smaller side, so you might want to grab two if you're really hungry or want a more standard bowl size. Since you order at the kiosk, I didn't have much engagement with people who work there until my food was ready for pick up. It's a casual and more of an eat and go type of spot. Just a heads up, no restrooms for customers. read more

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Reservation: Not needed - fast casual; lot of people inside for a weekday lunch but mostly takeout/deliveries so turnover for tables was high Parking: Super easy parking in lot right outside Vibes: Bright and welcoming atmosphere with greenery, free wifi, and kiosks for convenient ordering Service: friendly and efficient despite the lunch rush Grilled pork banh mi: my personal highlight - perfectly toasted bread and the super flavorful grilled pork; other ingredients well balanced in good proportion Pork belly banh mi: also really great flavor, not super rich and fatty considering pork belly is used so wasn't heavy and reminded me of char siu pork Kimchi fried rice with BBQ chicken: chicken skin had really nice color on them and good portion though kimchi fried rice could use more heat for me personally Everything together was under $40 - a convenient, quick meal for good value! read more

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My new favorite Vietnamese place in Irvine! I got the shaken beef with garlic noodles and crispy pork belly, egg roll with vermicelli. The garlic noodles and shaken beef were very savory and well balanced when eaten together. I especially loved the green sauce. It's a lemon grass aioli I believe. The pork belly is their best seller for a reason. I only ate half at the restaurant and brought the rest back to work and it was still crispy. That fish sauce (nuoc Cham) was slightly spicy and sweet. It brightens up the dish. I had to get 2 drinks. The Thai tea coconut slush was a surprising treat. Both flavors were strong. My other drink was the Vietnamese coffee with pandan top. The coffee was nice and sweet and you can taste the pandan. I'll be swinging by to try their other coffees now. It's tucked in the office building area near Red Hill and MacArthur BLVD. There are some tables if you want to sit but most people took their food to go. Even so, I found a seat in a weekday at 12:30. They have online ordering as well! This location isn't open on weekends so I'll have to try out the Orange one soon. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Thai tea coconut slush - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Needed something quick and found this place on yelp. I ordered the pork belly garlic noodles via the Toast local app and I was notified within less than 10 minutes my order was ready for pickup. The pork belly had a nice crispy skin. I'd prefer the pork belly to be a bit more tender and the garlic noodles to have a bit more flavor. But overall not bad, would come again read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery in Irvine is located in a business complex, but it's definitely worth checking out. This spot actually has more menu options than the Orange location. It can be a little hard to find at first, but it's worth it. We ordered the Combination Pho, and the broth and noodles were served separately, which kept everything fresh and nicely textured. The pho was good overall, but it wasn't the standout dish for me. The Pork Belly Salad was the highlight. The house dressing was light and flavorful, and the pork belly was crispy and delicious. Both the Irvine and Orange locations are consistent when it comes to quality and texture. We also tried the Kimchi Fried Rice with BBQ Chicken. The rice had great texture and was not just plain rice mixed with kimchi. You could tell it was thoughtfully prepared. The BBQ chicken was really tasty and went perfectly with the fried rice. read more

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Saiga Vietnamese Eatery is always an easy choice for me because Vietnamese food is usually my first pick when I am deciding what to eat, and whenever I see this spot on our work menu, I choose it hands down. My go to order is the grilled pork vermicelli bowl, which comes with fish sauce on the side and an egg roll, plus garlic oil, pickled carrots, mint leaves, lettuce, and cucumbers. Everything works so well together. The pork is flavorful, the noodles are light, and all the fresh herbs and veggies make each bite super satisfying. I have also tried their garlic noodles, which were tasty, but the vermicelli is definitely my favorite and what I would recommend first. The flavors are balanced, the portions are solid, it's packaged very well so that nothing spills, and it always hits the spot whenever I am craving Vietnamese food. If you are debating what to order here, go straight for the grilled pork vermicelli. It does not disappoint. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Grilled Pork Vermicelli with Eggroll - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

I had been to this plaza a few times for other shops, but it was my first time trying Saiga! I tried the chicken rice bowl, the garlic noodles, and the banh mi. Out of the three I would say the banh mi was my least favorite but the other two were packed with flavor. the sauce that comes with the rice bowl is amaazing it's like spicy and coconutyy at the same time. The garlic noodles were not as buttery as I'm used to which could be a good thing. Overall It's nice to have a Vietnamese option in Irvine close to work! read more

Stumbled upon this spot while browsing for places to get lunch. It is a small, simple Vietnamese restaurant near the John Wayne Airport that serves everything from sandwiches, noodles, rice, dessert, and drinks. Plenty of parking and some seating is available for dine-in. Ordered ahead online to maximize my lunch breaktime. Opted for their Steak Garlic Noodles along with a cup of Vietnamese Coffee. Both items, sure, hit the spot. Great balance of flavor for the noodles along with the tender steak. The coffee paired with the food rather nicely. Recommend to anyone near the Irvine area craving for some Vietnamese food. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Shaken Steak Garlic Noodles & Vietnamese Coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Delicious! I got the coconut blended coffee and I loved it 10/10 (you can actually taste the coconut). The Pandan is a 7/10 (he says it's more on the sweet side versus the taste of coffee) per my husband. Service is fast. The outside of the coffee shop looks like offices so I was a bit surprised when my husband drove up, but a pleasant surprise nonetheless. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Coconut Coffee (Blended) Pandan Vietnamese Latte - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

We loved Saiga Vietnamese Eatery in orange so much that we tried their Irvine location recently! their restaurant in Irvine is smaller, tucked in the Irvine business center complex, but their service is just as friendly and efficient with their food just as magnificent! BBQ chicken salad : absolutely wonderful salad with spicy, tangy, and zesty house dressing and green aioli--the bbq chicken is a hearty protein that elevates everything with its smokiness! (10/10) Grilled pork garlic noodles : a MUST if you're going to visit -- the garlic noodles are just salty and oily enough, although they could use a few vegetables for added texture; grilled pork complemented the noodles superbly, though any other protein would do (9/10) BBQ chicken banh mi : we loved how spicy the sauce is and that they were generous with the cilantro, carrots, and chicken !! Granted, what would have made this banh mi a 10/10 would've been toasted baguette, but other than that, this was marvelous (9/10) Note that this location is only open on weekdays, so this is perfect for a workday lunch break or dinner after ! Highly recommend you visit besties read more

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We had Saiga catering for lunch today. We ordered bbq chicken, grilled sliced beef, popcorn chicken, fried tofu, egg rolls, garlic noodles, and steamed rice. Egg rolls were greasy (of course) but good. The popcorn chicken, the meat was dry since it's deep fried. It's made with both, dark and white meat. Was good with the dipping sauce. I didn't eat any bbq chicken since it's dark meat (chicken thighs) but our staff appeared to like it. I had a little taste of the grilled beef and it was decent. That was the most popular meat with our group and was gone first. Tofu was good. Also tasted better with the dipping sauce. All in all, a tasty meal. read more

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Hidden gem in an Irvine office park! Hubby and I enjoyed a banh mi sandwich (as good if not better than Lee's), fresh vermicelli salad with barbecue chicken and seriously addictive garlic noodles with pork belly. Another cool feature they have is you can buy their pho broth to make your own homemade pho! The prices are a little high, but you're paying for outstanding quality. Service was friendly and ambiance was very cozy! read more

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Great take-out food. Not so great for dining in. I was there during lunchtime and a lot of people were just standing around waiting for their food-- it's a small place so it felt cramped. I'm glad I was able to find a table. My Pork Belly Banh Mi was fatty and marinated well. I also enjoyed the bread. Our pho came in a container. They give you empty bowls to put the soup together yourself. I was not expecting that. This place does not have public restrooms. The restaurant itself is in a business park so it tailors to the working community around it. The food quality is good and the portions are perfect for lunch. read more

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Saiga Eatery is such a great spot for flavorful and satisfying food. They have locations in both Irvine and Orange, and I recently visited the Irvine location. We ordered the pork belly bánh mì, kimchi fried rice, and garlic noodles with tofu, and everything was delicious. The bánh mì stood out with its perfectly crispy bread and juicy pork belly -- definitely a must-try if you're looking for a good bánh mì. The kimchi fried rice and garlic noodles were also packed with flavor and very filling. The overall experience was really enjoyable, and it's a solid choice whether you're dining in or grabbing something quick. I would definitely come back again. read more

Looking for a quick but tasty lunch before the year end? Saiga's crispy pork belly got ur tummy. Plenty of parking, easy stop, noodle dishes around $14. The pork belly garlic noodles are super flavorful -- juicy meat, perfectly crispy skin, not greasy at all. Vermicelli and spring rolls are solid, and the lychee green tea is super refreshing. They also do catering and sell frozen pho to take home. Ig: socalhkfoodies read more

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We tried the pork belly banh mi and the grilled pork vermicelli noodles and both flavors knocked it out of the park. Even though it was busy with lots of delivery orders being picked up and a full house of dine-in customers, the service was on point and quick. The location is kind of tucked away in the middle of Sky Park, but parking is plentiful and there's 3 sets of outdoor seating as well. When you sit outside, you can also feed the aviation nerd inside and scope the airplanes flying by since John Wayne airport is right nearby. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Grilled Pork Vermicelli with Eggroll - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Solid Vietnamese spot with some standout drinks -- the Vietnamese pandan coffee was a favorite. The space is small but quaint and thoughtfully designed. It was busy the whole time we were there, with lots of pickup orders flying out. Unique location in a large complex, and definitely a place I'd come back to. read more

Saiga eatery is delicious! This is not your regular Vietnamese take out! Came here after work and this Pho really hit the spot! The broth was great and the amount of meat was generous! I love that the containers are high quality and large! not the thin plastic ones you typically see that look like they will melt. You can order to go or eat there although there is limited seating. I also ordered their roasted pork belly and garlic noodles. The roasted pork belly was so juicy and has a perfect crunchy skin! That green sauce is money. Noodles has a nice chew and had tons of garlic which I love. The roasted pork belly bánh mì which was yummy! Loaded with lots of pork belly and it is a large, sizeable sandwich. The garlic mayo butter bơ was really good, too which have this sandwhich so much umami flavor. This place has become so popular there were people constantly ordering to go and they make the food quickly! They have high quality drinks as well! Of course I got the Viet coffee though. A great addition to OC!! P.S. they sell ready to make pho kits in select Costcos!!! HUGE CONGRATULATIONS to @saiga.eatery and @saigafoods read more

It was my first time at this location, but I have been to their Orange location! I got the pork belly bánh mì and the grilled pork salad. I love that for the salad you have side sauces to dip or pour into the salad bowl at the amount you want and the bánh mì is very flavorful, rich in flavor and fatty. I also got the lychee green tea and Vietnamese coffee. I must say the coffee here is better and made slightly different than the Orange location. All perfectly sweetened and a little bit more bold; no disappointment. Will definitely come back and staff was very efficient and friendly upon arrival! It's an intimate little eatery that is self directed and serviced on a kiosk. Meant for quick order, eat, and leave due to the small size indoors. Great quick stop if you work around the area. They ate only open on weekdays from 10 am - 8 pm read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Pork Belly Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Amazing food, great service, the food was delicious and great tasting! I literally almost ordered the whole menu! The vibes were so chill and relaxing . The kimchi fried rice and the teas were my favorite, tho pho was so yummy and warmed my soul! 10/10 recommend to my friends and family! Will definitely go back for the more food! read more

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I stopped by Saiga Eatery for lunch and was genuinely blown away. I tried the pork belly banh mi and the BBQ chicken kimchi fried rice, and both were insanely good. The banh mi had that perfect mix of crispy, juicy, and fresh, and the fried rice packed so much flavor I kept going back for one more bite! It gets a little busy during lunch since it's located in a business park, but you can tell these are returning customers! The staff is really friendly and you can tell they care about the experience and they also get the food out to us quickly. Definitely a spot I'll be returning to. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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Randomly found this gem when I was browsing for food in the area. It's located in an area full of what appears to be offices/warehouses, which I presume makes this a good to-go or fast take out type of deal for the many that work around this area. It was hard to pick between wanting to try their garlic noodles or their banh mi's and i ended up giving their garlic noodles w/ bbq chicken a try. You have the option of adding pickled onion with no extra cost, which I appreciated and think went well with the heavy flavor of the garlic-ky noodles. You can tell they did not cheap out on the garlic in these noodles, however I did feel like noodles were lacking something else...not salt but like another flavor/spice to really give it a 'bam.' For this dish, the highlight was really the BBQ chicken. the chicken skin was so crispy & fresh, the meat was juicy and tender, it was so flavorful you really don't need a dipping sauce to go with it! but of course, the dipping sauce that came with it was also yummy. the sour, lemony zest of the sauce helped lighten the greasiness of the dish overall (tho i did feel it was a little bit toooo sour) overall if you're stuck on what protein to try, then get the bbq chicken. you won't be disappointed read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Garlic Noodles with BBQ Chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Saiga is the epitome of Vietnamese comfort food and you get a great portion for the price you pay. They have a pretty straight forward menu with options between rice bowls, pho, banh mi, and so on. I love that they have a few different meat options, and there are a few vegetarian friendly options too. The seating at the Irvine location is quite limited as it is a small space so that is something to be mindful of if you are looking to dine in. I would not recommend this location for large groups but you can always grab and go. The food itself is good and I love their drinks too. It's a spot worth checking out especially if you love Vietnamese good or Asian flavors. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Kimchi fried rice with BBQ chicken, Thai Iced Tea and Rice bowl with BBQ chicken - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Saiga Eatery is one of my go-to Vietnamese spots in Irvine when I want something quick but still super flavorful. Everything tastes fresh and well seasoned -- the pho broth is rich, the garlic noodles are always satisfying, and their banh mi options hit every time. Service is fast and staff are friendly, making it perfect for a quick lunch or easy takeout stop. Portions are solid and prices feel fair for the quality you get. Seating is a bit limited, but the food makes up for it. Definitely a spot I keep coming back to when I'm craving Vietnamese comfort food. read more

Yummy vietnamese food in a grab go style! If you're looking for something quick and fast, this place is really good! You can order your food on an ipad and it comes out in less than 20 minutes. Plus, they seem really busy always having take out orders as well. Inside is a little smaller, I would say this location is more of the grab n go and not sit down. Definitely do not bring a big party to dine in here! Their garlic noodles with tofu is my favorite. Paired with a thai tea, perfection. If you're going to order something, order that!! read more

It's a small store with no restrooms available and everything is served in take out containers, but don't let that stop you from trying this place. The food was delicious and we left full. The pork banh mi and chicken vermicelli bowl were both great. There are only a few tables for dining in. There isn't much service except for when they bring the food out. You order at the tablet on the wall and wait. read more

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I have an addiction and it's Saiga's grilled pork rice bowl with green aioli sauce. The perfect blend of flavors and textures- I can't stop craving this bowl. Luckily for me, the price is reasonable, service is efficient, and the location is easy to access. It can be a little hard to spot the storefront at first, in the middle of an industrial business complex, but once you find it, there's ample parking. There are a few tables for in-restaurant dining, or you can do takeout. A great choice for a weekday lunch. read more

This place is one of the best Vietnamese restaurants I've had in a really long. They have a lot of food options for everyone. The food is made with great ingredients and their drinks are super yummy. Our waitress was nice and the food came out in a timely matter. We ate outdoors in the patio which was nice because it was a warm Sunny day. If you are looking for some delicious Vietnamese food you should definitely check them out. read more

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Small and unassuming location. Tough to find, but worth the search! Garlic noodles are amazing.

WTF.....how does this place have so many good reviews? I was so excited walking in, thinking I'd found my new weekly go-to pho spot since the one near me closed. Instead, I left completely disappointed. I ordered the tofu pho and it was disgusting!!! soggy, greasy, and bland. To make it worse, everything is packed up like takeout even if you're dining in, which just killed the vibe. Service was basically nonexistent when I had questions. My food was so gross, I did not want any of that inside of me. Had to get dinner elsewhere after leaving...ugh. Overall, one of the worst pho experiences I've had. Definitely not coming back. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Some of my fav thit heo quay! I loved the garlic noodles as well as the drinks, perf place for takeout with something quick and delicious!!

Thank you for a quick experience. Coffee is really good and variety of menu items too. read more

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I just tried their grilled pork BMi for the first time at this location. I have to say this is the best Grilled pork BMi I have ever tried, can't say the same for the Orange location. Lunch time is busy, but the self ordered kiosk is efficient. The grilled pork tasted just how it should be with skinny sliced carrot pickles, crunchy baguette, jalapeño, cucumber, cilantro etc...Everything was just perfect. I hope they maintain the same taste and quality if they plan to open any new location. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Ordered takeout so cannot comment on service or ambience. Got the belly bowl ($14) and coconut coffee ($6.25). The pork belly was super good with the green sauce! Coconut coffee tastes exactly like name. Will be back. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

This place is very convenient for on the go but good food. I got the st. Patrick's day drink special and the coconut Thai tea. They were both really good and refreshing! They also have self service for ordering which is a plus if you want to look at the menu without being pressured by the people waiting behind you. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Hidden in the middle of a business center maze, and with limited seating, but serving deliciously amazing meals! Most people order to-go, and it gets super busy during the lunch hours, but you can order ahead online. It is a small kitchen, so even if it's not that busy, you will wait a bit, but for those fresh, high quality, and mouth watering ingredients, it will be worth it! Note they're only open weekdays 'til 8pm, and are closed on the weekends. I've only ordered one item both times I've dined here, and without trying anything else, I know the Kimchi Fried Rice Bowl with BBQ Chicken is the best dish here! That chicken is unbelievably flavorful, almost resembling some pork I've had, both by taste and appearance. If you're trying to cut back on pork, you gotta get this BBQ Chicken, cuz it's the closest you'll get to the real thing. read more

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Absolutely recommend this place, it's so good! Call in advance for a quick pickup and don't forget your utensils. I've come here a couple of times on my lunch and have consistently good food each time. I've tried the garlic noodles with pork belly, paired up with the sauce they include and it's heaven in your mouth. There's the perfect amount of flavors, garlic, butter, and spices to tie everything together. The pork belly is crispy and juicy, cooked to perfection. Everything about this dish is delicious! It's so good that I have recommended this to my coworkers several times now. It is a small spot so don't expect a lot of seating inside, especially during the lunch rush. Both times I've gone during lunch there was no where to sit or wait so expect to stand around waiting for your food. Definitely recommend calling in advance so it's ready to go when you get there. Overall, highly recommend for some delicious garlic noodles. Will be coming back to try the other menu items! read more

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I was nearby for a work meeting and looking for lunch spots to go. I found this spot and it was new. I ordered online and I liked the prompt as there are 2 locations to be sure you order from the right one. I ordered the pork garlic noodles and pork with a veggie egg roll, and a coconut thai tea. The veggie egg roll was crispy and flavorful. The pork garlic noodles were awesome. The noodles perfectly garlicly. The pork was tender and crispy. It went well with the noodles. It had a sauce on the side but I didn't think it needed it. The coconut thai tea wasn't too sweet and it went well with the noodles. The ambiance is relaxed and you can place the order with the cashier or via the screen options. I definitely want to come back when I'm in the area again. read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Garlic noodles with pork and coconut thai tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

Ordered garlic noodles today it tasted stiff , flavorless. Tastes like it was used from an old order.

Quick, tasty, and inexpensive. This place hits the spot and is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. If you want Pho, they serve the broth seperate from the rest so it's easy to take it to go too! read more

Saiga Vietnamese Eatery - Vietnamese Near Me - Irvine, California

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