I came to this location today with Thing Two after her Dr. appointment for a bit of lunch. We ordered a few things just because, let's talk about a few, shall we? Spicy Hunan (Shrimp) I generally prefer dishes prepared in this fashion as they are well known for their hot and spicy flavors, fresh aroma, and deep colors. I also prefer this style more so than Szechuan-prepared dishes as they have a less spicy flavor, and are usually only protein-based dishes with peppers. The dish served here was made with broccoli, carrots, mushrooms, snow peas, and cabbage. Although I did appreciate the plump shrimp in this dish, it missed the mark for me on a spiciness level. As a lover of spice, I would not order this dish if I came to this establishment again. Flan Cake This flan with Boba is a twist on the classic flan dish. The milk used for this dessert is infused with coconut to give it a familiar flavor and served with soft chewy boba. This flan cake is the ultimate flan recipe for coconut lovers and of all things sweet! Overall, the service here was prompt and friendly and the establishment has a nice aesthetic. The appetizer we ordered was good, yet the main course as far as spice and flavor profile could be improved upon. Good showing for a soft opening. read more

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Found my new favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Austin! This place serves some traditional Vietnamese dishes that's hard to find in other pho places. Some of the dishes we tried are definitely close to what I've had when visiting Vietnam. Their Bahn Cuon and Bahn Xeo was really good. The star of the show was definitely the catfish soup that came beautifully presented, hotpot style. The crispy noodle they recommended was also terrific. Highly recommended. read more

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Been twice already once they've settled a bit from grand opening and here are my thoughts. Firstly, the owners have been in Austin for 40 years and the original owners of Bep Saigon. They have both family style and street Vietnamese food and it's a good place to take a large group to try as many items on the menu as possible. They even have canh chua, CA kho for those days. Banh Khot ($12.99) is extra crispy and comes with a drizzle of coconut milk. The fish sauce is especially sweet here so ask for a squeeze of lime if you're not used to it. Banh Cuon ($15.99) is already difficult to find in itself. Their rolls are smaller but they do come with ground meat on the inside topped with well marinated shrimp and pork. The rolls were fresh and had the right chew to it. Bun Dau Mam Tom ($13.99) is extremely hard to find originating from North Vietnam. It comes with a variety of pork meats (ham, sausage, pork belly, etc.) all with a side of potent traditional shrimp paste. The flavors of the meat was good and it snagged up all the shrimp paste. Add rice paper if you want to make spring rolls out of the meat and vegetables. Pho Dac Biet ($16.95) was less sweet which is what some people are looking for. The noodles were nice and springy and the broth was nice and bold. Mi Thap Cam ($15.95) is the best in Austin in my opinion. It has the proper umami dried shrimp broth and the egg noodles are nice and thin. It came with all ingredients except for shrimp fritter but the shrimp, pork, crispy fat, ham and calami were cooked at the right texture. They have actually drip vietnamese coffee and not just the premixed ones. Only complaint I would have is their fish sauce mix is much sweeter than most. So request a lime if you would agree read more

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I live in the area so have seen this location turn over managements and owners at least 3 times. Well the saying third time is a charm applies here! The food is delicious both Vietnamese and Chinese dishes so far. The ambiance is nicer (though the busing waiter section could be closed off more) and food comes out fast and fresh. Give this place a try during their lunch specials for an authentic taste of Asian flare! read more

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Wish I could give this place 10 stars!!!! Everything was so good and done right! First time trying Vietnamese food outside of the typical Pho and I was highly impressed. Food Wow, wow! Started with the Banh Knot and once I was shown how to set it up, it was incredible! From the crunch to the sweetness of the coconut milk and perfectly cooked shrimp. This along with the accoutrement was an excellent way to begin. Then onto to the Canh Ga Chien, went with the spicy tamarind sauce and these were cooked perfectly, as well. The sauce was a great combo of spicy/tangy/savory that paired well with the chicken. For an entrée, I suggest one of the vermicelli bowls because the meat has a certain marinade that I cannot pinpoint what's in it but it was a flavor I have not experienced before on beef. It just worked, beef was very tender, then you had the freshness of the cucumbers, carrots, the crunch from the bean sprouts and don't get me started on the fish sauce! Service She was so attentive, patient as we had some allergies at the table, and didn't rush us out even when they were closing. Ambiance Nice, cozy spot in a shopping center. wasn't too crowded inside as most people order takeout read more

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Solid starters and teas! I loved their banh xeo (theirs is a smaller version that makes it crispier) and spring rolls. Their bun bo hue was not as flavorful, but I liked that they had more of the traditional proteins other places in Austin don't always have. Nice service and clean interior! read more

Saigon 512 - Bun Bo Hue & Banh Xeo (replaced beef shank with fatty beef) - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Busy local place with interesting menu and helpful staff, reliable pho stop: very happy it's in the neighborhood, looking forward to more visits read more

Saigon 512 - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Customer service was excellent. This was our 2nd time to eat in Saigon 512 coz we're from the South side . And when we have the chance we take it . Last Sunday we tried their Soft Crab Salt and Pepper and it was so good . My husband got Jalapeno Chicken and it's so delicious. Ordered Sugar Cane juice and fresh spring rolls too :) read more

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The food here is really great! I have been here a couple of times already and this my second favorite place in the 512 area for Pho! When you walk in they will greet you and sit in a booth or table. The ambiance of the place is open l, refreshing, and very clean. They have a great selection on the menu to choose from. Anything from Vietnamese to Chinese. A lot of nice appetizers to choose from. If you just go with their water for a drink, their water isn't too bad at all. They will provide you with limes upon request. They accept Apple or Google Pay, credit with tap capabilities. My homie forgot his wallet so I had to cover his meal for him. read more

**First time visitor** Just got home from picking up my online order and was blown away with the food preparation/packaging and flavor! Service was excellent I walked right in to grab my takeout order. Ambiance was clean and relaxing! I had to call the store to give them kudos when I got home, it costs nothing to be nice and restaurants like this deserve the recognition! Thank you Saigon 512, I will definitely be returning! read more

Saigon 512 - Kid's Sweet and Sour Chicken, Pho (Brisket, Flank Steak, Beef Meatballs), and Cha Gio - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Love this family friendly place with dishes you likely won't find elsewhere. The staff is lovely, always so welcoming and efficient. That said, I have found that the pho broths are getting increasingly sweet. A little sweetness is perfect for balance but this last bowl I had was practically sugary and I found it to be much less enjoyable than usual. Hoping they can use this feedback because I want to keep supporting them. read more

If you are reading this and considering going. RUN THERE! The food here was so comforting and delicious! It was homemade like you went to your aunts house for dinner. The menu is huge and portions are too! It is spacious, decor is nice, and the service was friendly! read more

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This place is the real deal, I just moved in the city and have been craving authentic Vietnamese food, so finding this place almost brought me to tears. The food is so delicious and they even have speciality dishes you will not find at every Vietnamese restaurant like bot chien which is one of my favorite dishes. It was a very clean place with a great atmosphere. It was modern, great ambiance, and the staff was awesome. I was also so amazed when all the food came out in 5-10 minutes. It was so delicious, it tasted as good as home cooked Viet food. Also the broth in the pho was great, which I believe is a good testament to how good the cooking is. It was so good it didn't really need any or much sauce added in my opinion. I hope to come again! read more

Saigon 512 - banh xeo - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

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Maybe I've been spoiled with amazing Vietnamese food in Houston or California and I came to Saigon 512 with high expectations due to the 4.5 stars shown on Yelp. The Bun Rieu lacked the essential pork and shrimp umami flavor leaving the broth so bland. Usually bun rieu has a meatball mixture made of ground pork and crab but Saigon 512's version was missing that. The banh cuon was just okay and the salad that accompanied it fell short since it didn't really compliment the dish as it should. Typically Banh cuon served with Thai basil, steamed bean sprouts and sliced cucumbers but they served it with mint, picked carrots and lettuce. The Banh xeo had nice presentation. Overall I felt the flavors didn't deliver like it should have and there's so much potential for them to kick it up a notch. read more

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The restaurant is located in the inner corner of a plaza so there's a lot of parking spaces available. I can definitely appreciate a Vietnamese restaurant with authentic traditional options other than just Pho! I would definitely go back to try other items from the menu. read more

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I was not feeling well today & my go to is always pho. I decided to give Saigon 512 a try as it's near my office & they did not disappoint! The broth was so flavorful & the chicken was super tender, plenty of toppings as well! My food was ready on time & prepared for pickup when I arrived. I did get it to go, but the inside was clean & spacious. I'll definitely be back! read more

Saigon 512 - Pho Ga (chicken pho) - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

I've been trying every highly rated pho spot north of Austin and I just keep coming back to Saigon 512. Pho Dac Biet (Combination) - 5/5 : Their pho broth is consistently rich and yummy. The portion of meat they give is generous and fresh. The tripe tastes clean and the tendon is soft. My one issue is I wish they served more herbs with their pho. They only offer basil (along with the usual bean sprouts, jalapeño, and lime). If only they added culantro (not to be mistaken with cilantro!) and mint to the mix. But no one in Austin used these herbs as far as I've found so... Banh Khot - 5/5 : This has become an obsession of mine! They are Vietnamese crepes with shrimp and coconut. You dip them into what I presume is a fish sauce and the flavor is amazing!! Not to mention the wonderful crunchy texture. It's creamy but not heavy - the fatty coconut and fried flavors are countered by the acidic and fresh vegetables. The waiters are attentive and friendly. The restaurant is always clean too even though they're busy every time I go. I've ordered takeout from them recently too and it was a very efficient process! I highly recommend trying Saigon 512 if you've been searching for a pho spot to make your regular. read more

Saigon 512 - Pho dac biet, banh khot - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Saigon 512 was great! I would really recommend coming here. The place was very clean, customer service was great, and the food came out very quickly. Their Pho was really good and they had a different version of Banh Xeo I was not familiar with, but regardless it was still really good! read more

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Eaten there a few times, and always good food and wonderful service! Always seems busy, but they always provide spectacular service.

I've been hearing so many great things about this pance and today was finally my turn to give it a try! The restaurant is located on a big plaza, with a plenty of parking spaces in front of the store. We arrived around 630pm, and it was just about 10% occupancy. The crowds started to flood in around 7pm but you should still be able to get seats without making reservations in advance. The servers are all friendly and attentive. They offered to let us pick the table and the water was served right away (with straws on the side). We ordered Pho, Banh Cuon, Banh Bot Chien, Bun Bo Hue, and Bun Rieu. The appetizer, Banh Bot Chien, was soooo good and a MUST order. I also highly recommend their Bun Bo Hue. You get very generous portion with a huge pork hock and a lot of beef. The broths are super yummy and the whole bowl is just impeccable! Will surely come back again. read more

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Food is delivered fresh and hot. Great spicy food, but you can get Sriracha if you need spicier. The egg rolls are fried, but it is a light batter, and they are tasty. Service is good and the music they play is wonderful. I would suggest the pinot noir not be served so chilled, though. read more

Saigon 512 - Human special - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

I appreciate how quick they prepare hot and fresh food and their packaging is good also. 5 stars for this. I just don't love the flavor of the food. The vermicelli bowl had all the right components and the quantity was fine but I have definitely had tastier. The pho was gulped up by our child. My husband enjoyed the banh cuon is what my husband seeks out anywhere they offers it. He enjoyed it. The shaken beef (bo luc lac) was a tad bit under seasoned and not super tender - but it wasn't tough. I wouldn't order it again but my husband ate it. Overall we will be likely order from them again but it's not my favorite spot for Vietnamese. For $100 including tip, we fed 2 adults and 2 kids both dinner last night and lunch today. Not too shabby. read more

SOOO GOOD!!! We're from Houston and this place is authenticcc!! Even their chinese foods are BOMB too, definitely get the orange beef if you decide to get chinese! I got the Bun Dau Mâm Tom and it's to dieee for. Their pho broth is also SO flavorful. 10000/10 WOULD COME BACK! And our server was so nice, love her! read more

Saigon 512 - Bun Dau Mam Tom - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Ap Chao. Get it if you like noodles and you like a little crunch. They are big thick square fried noodles with vegetables and protein. Just found this dish at another place and it is by far my favorite asian dish ever. read more

Saigon 512 - Hu Tieu Ap Chao - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

This restaurant does not serve actual authentic Vietnamese dishes despite its name. We came on an afternoon Wednesday and had lots of disappointment. Food: We ordered Phở with tai, gau, and bo vien ($15) and Bun thịt nướng chả giò ($13). For preface, my family and I are from Vietnam, so we know what real and authentic Viet foods taste like. I will tell you that these dishes are not authentic. For the pho, the broth was cloudy (i sent a photo of the pho to a friend who is not fully Viet, and the first thing my friend pointed out was the cloudy broth). This is due to unskilled cooking. The meats were kind of smelly, not prepared properly. The bun thit nuong was the biggest disappointment. The rice noodles were dry and rubbery instead of being moist and dense. Might be because they pre-boiled the noodles and left them in the fridge, only taking them out when someone orders them. The meats, to be frank, so bad. Bun thit nuong literally means grilled meat with rice noodles. The meats in this dish WERE NOT GRILLED (owner confirmed this). Owner actually also messaged me (messaged attached in Vietnamese) saying that the reason why their meats aren't grilled, like they said, is because apparently the majority of their White Americans customers are workers who only have 30 minutes during lunch, so the restaurant doesn't have time to actually grill the meat. She also said that since many of her white customers don't know how to cook Viet food, they're "easy" and just eat whatever tastes good. So yes, the meats were confirmed to be grilled and not braised. The meats were literally braised and caramelized to give the effect that they were grilled (THEY WEREN'T). Also you can tell this because after mixing up the meats and the noodles with fish sauce, the noodles literally turned brown. The meats didn't even taste good (like i had to force myself to eat them). Back to fake grilled meat, you're telling customers it's grilled meat while it's not?? isn't this scamming and deceiving lol. Also, popular Vietnamese restaurants that serve bun thit nuong and grilled meat still grill their meats. Like they get massive number of customers per day and still grill their meat properly. Grilling meat doesn't take that long??? Service was meh. I was kind of confused when I went inside the restaurant because the place was so empty (only 1 other customer there). Atmosphere was meh. Anyway, I wouldn't come back and wouldn't recommend a friend here. read more

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Solid food though service could use a bit of work. Love the variety they have, especially of banh cuon. Bun Bo hue is delicious and tastes incredibly light but full of flavor. Service wise, they were very friendly but forgot out veggies for pho, didn't bring out our friends plate until we had to remind them about it. Overall, I think it's a good addition to the Austin viet scene but it didn't blow me out of the watsr read more

Food 3/5 I ordered vermicelli with pork and eggroll. Let me tell you... it's just alright. I was disappointed as the meat was not seasoned as a true, authentic "thit nuong" should be... it was saucy, very Americanized, and no lemongrass or any aromatics. My husband got bun rieu and he said it was very bland and missing something. If you're Vietnamese and have had good Viet food, you'd be disappointed here, based on the dishes we ordered. Haven't had the pho so we can't attest to that Service was 5/5 Server was fast and super nice Ambiance 4/5 Feels like any other Viet restaurant read more

Saigon 512 - Bun thit nuong cha gio - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Saw it on Yelp and we were nearby so why not? We got there around 5:45 PM Friday evening. We were promptly seated and we ordered from Vietnamese menus. It would say it's good for small gatherings with the amount we ordered. We ordered Banh Xeo, fried tofu stuffed century eggs sprinkled pork song, Rolled rice roll with fish cakes+ pork, Bun Bo Hue and catfish soup small size. I ordered sugar cane drink. Food came out pretty quick. Soup taste on sweeter side for Bun Bo Hue. Catfish soup has one big chunk of fish and tail part of catfish. Rice roll used nice noodle which is not as fresh but still ok. Overall, it was good joint that we can hit up with friends next time. read more

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It is not your typical pho restaurant because they serve real authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The dishes you would get if mom or grandma was making it. My family and I love going here for that reason because my mom might be too tired to cook but still wants a home cook feeling meal. I highly recommend trying this place. read more

Saigon 512 - Banh Khot - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Love their banh cuon (Vietnamese rice rolls filled with meat and wood ear mushrooms) Definitely reminds me of home. Good service and chill vibes read more

Our new favorite spot for a quick and tasty weekend lunch. Decent veggie options, plus a few unique menu items we don't see at other Vietnamese places nearby. We often get pho, but have tried a few other dishes and been pleased. read more

Saigon 512 - Coconut curry hot pot, rice cake omelet, veggie pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Service was great and food was awesome! The pho was delicious. We will definitely be back.

We visited the restaurant to find it a thriving Vietnamese/Chinese dining location in a small strip center in north Round Rock. The atmosphere is casual with several large tables which were accommodating for large groups as well the availability of smaller tables & booths around the perimeter. Our servers were personable and speedy in bringing our orders. We ordered Pho with chicken and egg rolls. Both were very well prepared. The menu does boast a variety of dishes which all looked delicious. Saigon is worth a try if you're looking for Asian fare. read more

I have my usual pho spots that I go too, but I wanted to see what else was out there. I was sick recently and of course I needed some soup and pho was calling my name. Did some Yelping and Saigon 512 popped up ...and it was super close to home so that was definitely a plus for me. Ordered their Pho Dac Biet (combination pho) and that first sip of their broth was so comforting and delicious (especially when you're sick) Their egg rolls are also great too. read more

Found this new spot (opened three weeks ago) in the Community Impact email listing new restaurants to try 2/23/23. Went for lunch and tried the basil chicken and jalapeño pork lunch specials which came with choice of rice and three soup options. The hot and sour soup was EXACTLY AS IT SHOULD BE MADE and is rare to find. The color was amber, the tofu chunks were small enough so as not to be overpowering and the broth was the perfect balance of spicy. Definitely would order again. The chicken and pork dishes were cooked perfectly too. The pork was cooked through but tender and not tough the way overly cooked protein can be. The veggies I had included a nice mixed of carrot strips, broccoli florets, pea pods and fresh mushrooms all perfectly cooked. Neither too hard nor mushy. Really a perfect meal and well worth it. I had leftovers for dinner so the portion was large. The menu isn't inexpensive but the quality is the best I've had in many years of trying local Asian fare. We'll be returning to try the pho and crepes next. read more

Saigon 512 - Lunch special was a large portion and I took half home. This is jalapeño pork with veggies. SO GOOD! - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

banh hoi heo quay is not on the menu but imo one of the best dish here. It's advertised as a special dish in one of their posters in the restaurant. The roasted pork was juicy with crispy skin and savory sauce on top. It went perfectly with the rice noodle and fermented veggies. I would recommend ordering it when you go with someone though. The portion was super big for one person. read more

Saigon 512 - banh hoi heo quay - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

Saigon 512 never misses! I religiously order their fried calamari, and it's perfect and crispy every single time. The jalapeños, peppers, and sauce tie the whole dish together so beautifully--it's flavorful, fresh, and always hits the spot. If you're looking for a must-try appetizer, this is it! read more

The reviews here had me extremely optimistic. Upon arrival we were greeted by the sweet waitress that helped us find a table and took our drink order right away. The menu had a good variety of Vietnamese options, although there's no bánh mi sandwiches. (Sorry if that's what you're looking for ) I got a pretty basic grilled chicken vermicelli bowl, which is something I usually get at all Vietnamese restaurants. The chicken was a bit gummy in my opinion, though the flavor was nice. For me, I need diced jalapeños or chili oil, something hit to balance the sweetness of the grilled onions and carrots. I couldn't put my finger on it in the moment but it was very flat. We asked for chili oil but there was no spice and only got a small bowl. Maybe I need more heat than most but this still wasn't enough. If you don't like spicy food, you might love it! I am just used to fresh diced jalapeños and chili oil, maybe sriracha and fish oil- all the spices.... A bit expensive for the quality in my opinion but I only tried this one dish. Fresh spring rolls were good. Service was ok, but waitress was nice and gracious read more

Saigon 512 - Chicken Vermicelli bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

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The bun rieu and pork pad Thai were so good. Lots of flavor and it even still tasted good despite ordering to go. I'd love to come back and try their sugar cane drink and banh cuon! read more

Saigon 512 - Bun rieu - Vietnamese Near Me - Round Rock, Texas

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The pho broth was not flavorful at all. The fried pork dumplings were the highlight of this experience, truly delicious. The pho just wasn't great. The service was good and the interior is decorated well. Overall, not my favorite experience. read more

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