Hidden gem in deep jersey city! The food and service were great! for the banh mi, I really liked how the bread was a little crispy and warm. for the pho, the broth was flavourful and the portion was good! read more

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Took a trip down central Avenue to the SAIGON BISTRO. Decided to give this place a shot and it was on point. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place was small with very little tables but the food spoke for itself.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We started with the fried dumplings and I ordered the grilled chicken plater and my company ordered the beef pho. I can only imagine how warming that pho is come winter time it was delicious and we will make us visit again. The service was fast and made easy. Worth a spot all together the food ended up being around 40 bucks plus tip. read more

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Not sure if this is even a real Vietnamese Restaurant. It had way too many non-Viet items on the menu. I actually went across the street to Rumba Cubana to order a Cuban sandwich after ordering my dish because I knew it wasn't going to satisfy my appitite. I wasn't convinced it was remotely authentic, so I sampled my meal and finished my Cuban sandwich. read more

My wife & I love this place! All of the food is great. Kevin & the staff are so kind & very attentive. We ordering to go or delivery the food still holds its flavor & heat. Highly recommend. We visited Vietnam earlier this year & Saigon Bistro always brings us back. read more

Saigon Bistro - Vegetarian Pho & Chicken Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

It's freezing out, so of course all I want is soup. Pho is one of my favorites, and I have only gotten food from Saigon Bistro once before. It seems to be one of the only Vietnamese restaurants in The Heights! I ordered online and had it ready for pick up only 15 minutes after they officially opened. I got a pho house specialty noodle soup & an order of the shrimp summer rolls. Both made for a fantastic and cozy lunch! The summer rolls were packed with veggies and 3 big shrimp each. I loved loved loved them with the peanut dipping sauce, however, without they didn't have much flavor. I would get again because together with the sauce? *chefs kiss* The pho broth was amazing and so flavorful. I am used to the meat being separated from the broth so it doesn't overcook but it did come packaged all together and it was a bit tough by the time I got home. The only thing I would change from an otherwise lovely meal! read more

I'd give this a 4.5 if I could for consistency. The pho (on a good day) is the best in the area by far. Sometimes it's watery and not as aromatic as others. Sometimes they also send two miniature pcs of basil, which don't quite do the trick when you want to add herbs to your pho. Spring rolls are dank. Super consistent and crispy. The rice bowls are great too, but very pricey for the value (also inconsistent in portion size and flavor). Overall solid 4.5 order often and will continue to. Noice. read more

Nice, reliable Vietnamese food in a neighborhood that doesn't have a lot of authentic Asian food. I've had their Curry Vegetable Stew lemongrass stir fry before, and both were delicious. My sister really enjoyed the tofu mushroom banh mi she had and said the bread was nice and fresh and the sauce was just the right ratio. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall good spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We've come here during the summer and winter, and during the summer there were a bunch of flies inside so that was annoying.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]No complaints when we came in winter.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be back. read more

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Came here for dinner. The ambiance is enjoyable and good for conversation. The Service is on point and attentive. We had: * Spring Rolls: crispy and fresh. Taste good when combined with the sauce * Pho Beef combo: round steak, brisket, meatballs, tripe, and tendon. I'd say the portion is kinda small vs the biased places that i get in Chinatown Manhattan and Flushing Queens. The ones that i get in NY are much more savory than here. I guess I am subjectively biased. I'd say the only difference between this Pho is that the broth tasted natural and without any msg. Otherwise, wish it provided more proteins... Street parking should be available but depending on time and date it might be hard to find read more

Saigon Bistro - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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The chicken stew was exceptionally wonderful. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was delightful, with pleasant background music at a comfortable volume, lush real plants, and an adorable, friendly staff.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My only concern was the summer rolls, which seemed to have been premade and possibly frozen at some point. That aside, I would highly recommend this place to locals and to anyone who loves delicious food. I'll definitely be back! read more

(Beef Combo Pho: D) - The beef combo pho is the highlight pho dish will all the cuts of beef including tendon, tripe, eye round, and meatballs. Unfortunately, despite being the most complete pho on the menu, I felt that the fundamental basis of the dish, the broth was significantly underdeveloped. The flavor was light but soothing when drinking it alone, but once its added to the noodles, its diluted and too bland to taste the hard work of infusing those rich spices. Furthermore, the eye round was packaged with the broth, so it was significantly overcooked by the time it made its way to home from the takeout order. At almost $20, I felt that this dish was unfortunately not well executed in comparison to other places I've tried, although it is one of the better places in the Jersey City area. Food: -1 Presentation: E Price: -1 Overall: -2 D Insta/Beli: @amei_eats read more

Saigon Bistro - Beef Combo Pho. 2 stars. Insta/Beli: @amei_eats - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I Uber eats from this place all the time and even home the food is amazing! It comes in a little cute dish so it's easy to store. They never ever forget the sauces for the pho or spring rolls. The spring rolls are crispy even in travel. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I truly do hope to actually make it inside this place one day.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But until then, I will continue to order! read more

Saigon Bistro - Beef Combo Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

We're new to the Jersey City Heights area & this is a solid pho spot. The pho is more on the lighter end and isn't as savory as to what I'm used to back in Flushing, NY but nonetheless, still good and satisfying. The owner is so nice & staff is very attentive. The spring rolls were pretty good too, just wish it came with more lettuce to wrap them with. So far, we've been back every 2 weeks :) and will continue to come! read more

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Went here a couple weeks ago and it was a great experience. I had been here in the past a couple times but decided to review it just now. I was with a party of 5 including myself and I called ahead to see if they'd accommodate us because it would be about 20 minutes before closing when we arrived and they accommodated us with no issue! Food was great, absolutely loved the pho. Also loved everything else that my friends and I shared amongst one another. It is also very small, probably about 5/6 restaurants in the whole restaurant but that's never been an issue for me so far. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance is quite chill and quiet[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the service was great all around! read more

The pad Thai is not good I've never had orange noodle in pad thai? Very greasy, meat not cooked with noodle. No tofu, almost no peanut Get something else! this is not pad thai read more

Saigon Bistro - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Good food and fast delivery. Good prices for portions. I loved the chicken skewers, next time will ask for more variety. I only ordered takeout, didn't go there. Will buy again. read more

So happy with this little place. An Unseasonably hot and steamy evening found me looking for something light and flavorful to rouse me from my torpor. I'm a big fan of the Heights, I get here a couple of times a a year. I love the OG Italian and various South American styles, but this was not the evening for that I was was just about to give up and grab an Uber down to Hoboken, when I spied The Saigon Bistro. I started with a delicate summer roll iced tea the thing to revive. And then had a luscious Pho with grilled fried steak. So tender and fragrant! I probably took an hour just to save it and embrace myself for the return. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The owner, Kevin, has done an awesome job with a small space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The lighting and discrete decor along with the 100% glass front make it feel fresh, clean, and a comfy place to chat. The service is cheerfully responsive but also allows you peace and quiet. Looking forward to coming back and bringing friends. read more

Great spot for Gluten Free/Celiac people! Never felt more safe. Did an online order of Chicken Pho (thought it was safe) and was called 2 times AND left a message by staff letting me know the chicken is marinated in gluten containing ingredients and offered the Beef & Brisket Pho instead! When I went to pick up, they triple checked the bag and confirmed again that the Beef Pho was safe for me without me even having to ask. 10/10 experience. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, and the Pho is amazing! Portion sizing for a to-go order is INSANE for only $15! Had to eat my soup out of a mixing bowl! read more

Ordered: Summer Rolls with Shrimp (~$8): vermicelli, lettuce, mint leaves, pickled daikon, and peanut sauce Pho with Beef & Brisket (~$13): slow simmered beef soup, star anise, charcoaled ginger, herbs and spices with a side dish of raw bean sprouts, thai basil, pepper, and lime Thai Iced Tea (~$5) Aya's take: What a great small business serving up delicious Vietnamese food! The atmosphere is pretty cool from the painted walls to the decor to the Cafe Du Monde coffee tins. They have a few tables which filled up while we were there but service was still pretty quick. The Summer Rolls with Shrimp were great to start with as they were light and fresh; I also liked the peanut sauce which added a salty & sweet layer to each bite. The Pho broth was super fragrant and aromatic. It's loaded with green onions, red onions, and other herbs and I loved every bit of it. The beef & brisket were tender and the portion was decent too. The Thai Iced Tea was great to pair with this meal although it was a bit too sweet for me; I wonder if the sweetness level could be adjusted. If you find yourself in Jersey City Heights or just craving Vietnamese food, stop by Saigon Bistro for a meal that will most definitely hit the spot! read more

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I like this place, I really do but within a year they have raised their prices on some things by 30%, this makes me not want to visit as frequently as I do. read more

Best and coziest spot for pho. So thankful for this place, we always order it when it's cold or when we're sick. The staff is super friendly too. read more

Ordered Pad Thai with chicken and fried dumplings. Chicken was kinda dry on the Pad Thai but it was tasty nonetheless. It was different than any Pad Thai I've ever had. It was spicier, fewer peanuts and sprouts. Fried dumplings were so interesting with three diff meats in them and you could taste all three. Shell was very crispy. I'd order from here again. read more

Had an onsite meal I ordered the Pho with shrimp. My friends has Pho with beef The Pho servings were large portions Fresh vegetables and condiments (basil, mint, etc) Spring rolls yummy. Everything was delicious Staff is very friendly and helpful with 1st time ordering at the restaurant There was a lot of online or called in[[HIGHLIGHT]] orders and walk-in for a neighborho[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]od spot. It was very busy for a Thursday nite My friends and I highly recommend this restaurant. Definitely will go again or place online order Want to try their banh mii and other appetizing. They ran out of sugarcane shrimp,hopefully it will be available next we eat there or order online read more

Always solid for takeout. Fast and great service Beef and brisket pho is my go-to, and it's always packaged well and reheats great. Can taste the spices, not too salty, and they give generous portions. We've also tried the vermicelli bowls, curry noodles, and pad thai (this is ok imo). Will continue to frequent read more

If you're looking for a Vietnamese spot, this gets the job done. Exactly what you and expect, is exactly what you'll get. Nothing wrong with that, and everything right with it. read more

Great beef pho, honestly I think it's the best in Jersey City. There are other popular pho spots in JC but this is the best. Solid veg rolls. Super friendly owner + service. Ambiance is OK. Place seems more of a to-go spot but there are some tables with wait service if you want to eat in. read more

Saigon Bistro - Beef pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

This isn't about me, but since I'm often the "weird one" it's fun to be mainstream for a second, seeing my favorite item, the spicy lemongrass soup, currently holding the top spot in popularity. This was great even in the good old days, before I got Covid, and this powerful soup worked wonders both medicinally and in making it feel more like a weekend even though I can't go anywhere. I also enjoyed the sugarcane shrimp, with items including minced shrimp and pork and the unbilled but excellent sauce. This isn't one of those spots has a 5-page menu allowing you to sample 12 appetizers but everything here's good. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great food, great atmosphere, great service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small shop but with a strong presence as the best restaurant locally.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

One of our favorite take out spots in the heights. We always know the quality of food will be good and that it will be fast. The summer rolls are a must order with the peanut sauce on the side. The pad thai is also very good and the chicken that comes with it is super flavorful. The pho is usually my go to order but we did not get that this time but I would highly recommend it. If you are in the area and craving something delicious, fresh, and hearty I highly recommend you checking this place out read more

Saigon Bistro - Summer Rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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I have had take out from Saigon Bistro a few times and really enjoyed it most times. Stand outs for me are the vegetarian pho (great flavor) and the veggie spring rolls. I have had the shrimp vermicelli bowl which was okay, the lemon grass saute wasn't my favorite dish. My fella really liked the spicy lemongrass soup and the beef satay but wasn't a fan of the pad thai. read more

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We love the beef Banh Mi and the pho here, the flavors are always fresh and satisfying. The portions are generous, the service is quick, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the atmosphere is welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Easily our favorite Vietnamese spot in Jersey City! read more

This is our favorite Vietnamese spot! After ordering delivery a bunch of times, I finally made my way to dine in so I could taste the food fresh from the kitchen. My usual takeout order includes the Vietnamese spring rolls, pho house specialty noodle soup, and the spicy lemongrass noodle soup. In my most recent visit, I tried the spring rolls, pork banh mi, and pho. Everything was delicious and I'd order them all again. read more

Saigon Bistro - Pork Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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After our long standing favorite Vietnamese restaurant closed for good, we were at a loss for where to get pho! Tested this one out and my dad declared it just as delicious as our former fave. The pork belly banh mi is generously portioned; bursting with meat and had a side helping of the crunchy pickled vegetables. The pho broth was perfect and also had a generous amount of meat. Will definitely be ordering here more! read more

Saigon Bistro - Pho Noodle Soup - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Decent. Packed differently than other pho spots I've ordered from but the broth was pretty decent. Good amount of herbs for seasoning.

I was in the mood for some Vietnamese food and decided to give Saigon bistro a try. I ordered the combo vermicelli which included a spring roll, grilled pork and grilled chicken. The flavors were really good and everything was cooked well and very tasty. I also ordered the Vietnamese coffee which was delicious and made just the way I like it (not too sweet). read more

I ordered take out a few times and the beef brisket pho is my favorite. The broth was hearty and the portions are generous. But more sauce on the side would be great! My husbands favorite is the Banh Mi and is his go to every time we order but we decided to also try the pad Thai which was pretty good as well! read more

Saigon Bistro - Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich), Pho Noodle Soup, Pad Thai - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

What a pleasant surprise. How did I not know this lil' restaurant was just up the street these last 2 years. Came in after a recommendation from my wife, and glad I did. It's a charming restaurant with friendly and welcoming owners. Food came out fast and delicious. I had the spicy lemongrass pho, which was tasty and flavorful. I would definitely get this one again. I can't wait to come back and try their Bahn mi. Hope you stop in, and give this spot a try too ! Follow me on Facebook Yelp instagram and YouTube as I travel the world In search of the perfect bowl of noodle soup . @noodlesoupr Noodlesoupreview Noodlesoup read more

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Came here with high expectations due to the good reviews. Ordered take out here with my friend. The staff were very friendly, and the food was ready pretty quick. We ordered: Pad Thai with chicken: 2/5 This was unfortunately not a great pad Thai that I've had....soley due to the fact that the flavor did not taste like your Regular pad Thai. To explain, the pad Thai sauce this place used tasted as if they added ketchup to it (which I don't understand why this is an ingredient at all in pad Thai). I would not get this ever again from this place, and I hope to warn anyone who wants to order this dish. The chicken they used is also sliced chicken that's usually added in pho. Pork chop over rice: 3/5 The flavor of the pork was delicious! The only issue is that it was overcooked and very difficult to chew. I would order this again, but maybe try it with a different protein. read more

Saigon Bistro - Pork chop over rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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My prayers have finally been answered! There are just no good Vietnamese restaurants close to Hoboken, without traveling to the sketchy parts of JC. Whenever I'm craving it (which is pretty often), I always have to end up settling for the only one that's in the neighborhood. That is until Saigon Bistro. I've been meaning to try out this spot out and had the perfect opportunity on the way home from the airport. After a long flight, I was definitely not going to cook anything for dinner, so we placed an order for pickup directly through their site around 5 pm on a Sunday. It said the order would be ready in about 20 minutes and we got there right on time. The dining room is small and it was filled for a Sunday evening with lots of takeout orders on the side counter. Here is everything we ordered: Vietnamese Spring Rolls (minced pork and chicken, cellophane noodles, mushrooms, carrots, fermented house sauce) - these were just meh. It wasn't that crispy and I also prefer rice roll paper (this was spring roll paper) Spicy Lemongrass Soup (hue spices, chili oil, roasted lemongrass and shallots, beef, brisket, and meatballs) - I absolutely LOVED this. The broth was everything and they give a pretty big portion of meat. Even my husband, who doesn't like lemongrass, liked this soup. It was definitely comforting after a long day of traveling. Shaken Cubed Steak (cubed-beef, butter, garlic, peppers, onions, salt and pepper, served with jasmine rice) - SUPERRRR salty and a little too oily Classic Banh Mi (Viet cold cuts, fresh toasted baguette, liver pate, mayonnaise, cilantro, pickled carrots and daikon) - good meat to veggie ratio. The bread was fresh but could have used a pop in the toaster oven before they assembled it Since we always over order for two people, we had leftovers for lunch the next day. I even had to stop myself from ordering the Viet-style wings so I'll definitely need to try that next time! read more

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Favorite place to go to in NJ. Ever since moving to NJ I've been homesick and this really hits the spot. Make sure to try the fried chicken. I have no idea how they make it but it's so so delicious ! read more

Great food, service is always on point. Price is not bad. I highly recommend the pork chops.