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Tried Saigon Block and the food was solid overall! I ordered the Bún Thịt Nướng and Phở Đặc Biệt, and both dishes came out fresh, flavorful, and generous in portion. The grilled pork on the bún was nicely seasoned with a good char, and the pho broth had a rich, comforting flavor with plenty of meat. The drinks were just okay, the cà phê sữa đá was decent but not as strong or bold as I expected, and the Thai tea was pretty mid. Not bad, just not memorable. Service was quick, the restaurant was clean, and the food definitely hit the spot. I'd come back for the dishes, especially the bun and pho!
I've been coming here for a while for family celebrations but first time writing a review. We had a reservation and came a little late. We got a little bit of a scolding which was very vietnamese but also not very professional in my opinion. Like one time mentioning the policy is fine but I think it was brought up 2-3 times after we waited for a table. We ordered ca nương like usual and it's always good. They do skimp out on the veggies, noodles, banh trang, and sauce. The fish sauce is very good, kind of addicting but also may be too strong for people who don't like fish sauce. We also ordered the fried quail, butter fried chicken and some other meat dish. These were just okay. I really did not like the butter fried chicken here, it was too salty and greasy. The fried quail was solid but VERY expensive.
Ok ok i apologize in advanced for the pic but we demolished the fish before we realised about checking in yelp. It's GOOD!!!! Haven't been here in ages and I forgot how good the catfish is. So get the catfish, get the bo la lot (grape leaves with beef) and get the nem nuong. I promise you it's a lot of food but very good. Service is meh but food is good. I'd come early!
这家越南粉味道还不错，汤底醇厚香浓，店里有米粉和面两种口感可以任选。 另外点了猪扒饭，搭配鱼露调味，口感很地道好吃。 唯独三色冰口感一般，红豆不是绵密的红豆泥，椰香也不够浓郁，不太推荐。 店里氛围还挺好，刚好还碰到有人在这边过生日，氛围感满满。
09-21-2025 We drove 45 min to dine here. Our friends and relatives shared that baked catfish is something worth to write home about. Ordered: -Ca Nuong (medium) $68- crunchy delicious! -Saigon 3 Vi $34- the variety of meat were all yummy. We enjoyed our wraps. -Pho Ga $14.25- my sister loved her soup! Good service. They gave us plenty of vermicelli and extra veggies with no additional charge. If I were to be in Dallas again, I will definitely be back here for more of their delicious food!
I highly recommend the Vermicelli bowl with grilled pork. I also recommend the Nam Spring Rolls. You will not be disappointed!
I'm not in Dallas too often but when I am, I do think of this place often! I love their baked catfish and bo lot lat. It's quite a fun dining experience to make your own spring rolls but I can understand if some folks aren't into that. The fish is super crispy and you get sauces to dip in. The bo lot lat is thick so I prefer to cut it in half to enjoy! Service is quick but we typically order ahead. The establishment seems to always be busy and filled with families when we go!
Not sure if it was an off day, but today, Dec 29, we called in an order for two Large Catfishes (ca nuong) to go hours earlier. They said they didnt have XL size and said they had Large. So i ordered those. When I picked it up and came home with it to discover...well...the picture describes it. Catfishes on the smaller side. I think it could have passed as Medium size but definitely not large nor XL. Reasoning: i have ordered Large and XL from them before and they were definitely not this small. Disappointed especially at $75 for a large size now. Ill be going other places now for Ca Nuong, this is the 2nd times this happened and they adjusted the price when we ate on site.
Came here for the ca nuong. Medium catfish is about $65. It seems like most who come here get the ca Nuong but a lot of the items look good...I want to come back to try the bun nem Nuong. The ca nuong is 3 stars. The aromatics are there and I like that they remove the bones for you. The meat itself is a little mushier than I'd like. I prefer a firmer texture. The pickled daikon and carrots are the thicker kind, which I like and they are perfectly pickled. The restaurant is spacious and clean and service was quick and efficient. I probably wouldn't order the catfish again but I do want to come back and try other items on the menu.
We visitied recently for the second time and I swear.....some other folks need to go with me and hubby next time so we can justify ordering the showstopping whole catfish! However, we ordered the delicous shrimp spring rolls that came with probably the cleanest peanut sauce I have ever had. Tasted homemade for sure. My husband and I ordered vermicilli bowls with grilled beef and chicken. The bowls had an abundance of veggies and flavorful meat. The little tiny eggroll bites were like eating the most delicous crunchy crouton that was a nice addition to the bowls. The freshness of the ingredients is what I appreciate the most. The service is outstanding and attentive. The atmosphere is clean and comfortable. We have only gone for lunch but would like to see what the dinner atmosphere is like and of course, get that catfish!!!!!
Great restaurant! The staff was welcoming and friendly! It's very authentic Vietnamese food, so be ready to push yourself outside your comfort zone if you've never had it before. The portions were huge and the price was extremely reasonable! We enjoyed their rice sirloin plates, Vietnamese coffee, and prok spring rolls. We went on a Saturday so it was busy, but there was absolutely no wait time! The restaurant was also very clean.
Foods are okay, famous big fried fish is good to eat with big group but it should a bit more tasty. Service is okay, but they should work more for better tips. The restaurant has family style atmosphere, great for big group.
Soo delicious!! We'll definitely be back for more. The restaurant had easy parking and I appreciated the design and decor of the space. We usually go to Pho Bac but wanted to try something new. The portion is slightly smaller but the quality and flavor is better in my opinion. It's a great option for big parties as they offer many sharing entries. Service was great, this will be my new go to.
Made the super long track here from Fort Worth after picking up some family from the airport. We had a huge party so called ahead of time and put in a few orders for the baked catfish. Omg it was so amazing!! Deliciously crispy and the pineapple sauce they made was an absolute hit for the spring rolls we wrapped the fish in!! The fish was well seasoned and incredibly moist, the melt in your mouth type of way but doesn't leave a bitter taste. Wow it really hit the spot! The spring roll paper was smaller than I was used to so I ate like a dozen rolls but honestly so worth it. Not sure if I'll be back cause they were huge helpings, would have to bring another group or else my husband and I would be eating it for days! read more
4 years ago
One of the best Vietnamese spots in DFW area! My 3 favorite dishes are listed below 1) If it is the first time you come to this spot and if you're new to Vietnamese food, I would suggest you to get the seven course beef. This is a great way to try different beef dishes. It comes with Veggie platter and rice paper etc. They have good portion size, this is almost enough for 3 people 2) If you are an adventurous eater, my favorite dish is the whole baked fish. Make sure you order a bit earlier it takes some time. The whole fish is crispy and perfect to be wrapped in your own rice paper roll. 3) If you want something different, get combination fondue. By the way I think the better term is the hot pot as fondue refers to the cheesy French version, and this one is hot pot with vinegar soup base. You get beef squid and fish and shrimp for the combination and this is a different style than the Chinese hot pot as you do it with the rice paper roll with veggie style read more
4 years ago
My friends and I used to go here when we were in college and years after graduation we still love this place whenever we come back. We always get a large baked whole fish (ca nuong) and share. The fish is cooked and seasoned perfectly and goes so well with the rice paper, noodle, fresh vegetables and the sauce. We also like the different types of spring rolls for appetizers and the flan for dessert. Service here is very good. I highly recommend this place! read more
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I'm a frequent diner, so it's kinda hard for me to do a review. However, i took my friend for his first time today and he absolutely LOVED it. Here's what we got: lemon soda with egg yolk? grilled shrimp on sugarcane, and the medium baked fish. So he usually feels indifferently about fish, however, he LOVED this fish. This is an experience. They bring you everything you need to roll your own spring rolls: all the greens, vermicelli, daikon & carrots, and one of the best things for me.. is the SAUCE! The fish is so deliciously crispy! It's cooked just the perfect amount, the waiter takes out the bones and everything in it is up for grabs! The only downfall is.. they don't give you enough of cucumbers and the daikon & carrots. The service isn't the best! But what Viet restaurant is? We come for the FOOOD! read more
This is probably one of the best catfish spring roll places you can find. I like to judge a restaurant (especially Vietnamese) by the quality and freshness of the greens they bring out. If the greens are yellowing, wilted, and not fresh, I can't believe the quality of their food will have the attention to detail that is required for high quality authentic taste. This restaurant has top quality greens, and an assortment of different herbs, vegetables, including my favorite cucumber and pickled vegetables. The fish is handsomely "baked" (seems fried) with a nice crisp, not drenched in oils like other places. The meat inside was perfectly tender, juicy, and ready to roll . Service was very attentive (for an authentic Vietnamese restaurant, and otherwise) I had a great experience with friends and will remember this restaurant for future cravings! read more
We came on a Wednesday night around 8pm and it was semi packed. We preordered two fried fish for our table and when we got there they had it all set up ready for us. That was pretty much it, we couldn't get a server to come by to get us drinks or anything else. their service for the night was just terrible and I have yet to have a good experience with them. it wasn't my picking. the sauce that normally comes with it was very diluted. not sure if they ran out or not but it tasted very watery. fish: delicious service: terrible read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
We ate here after church a few weeks ago, and really loved it! We ordered the fish, and had a great time making wraps. The wait staff was professional and helpful; they took the time to show us how to properly make a wrap and didn't make us feel dumb and out of place. The fish was delicious, the atmosphere comfortable with an upscale feel. We'll definitely be back! read more
I always come here only for the baked catfish. I usually get the medium sized fish to share among 4 people or so, it could probably feed 5 if you wanted. It is definitely a unique experience that I haven't found anywhere else in Dallas. They bring out the entire catfish (huge even for medium size) and de-bone it in front of you. You get a bunch of fillings and rice paper wrap/skin. It's up to you to the ingredients up. Some of the ingredients include noodles, pickled vegetables, fresh vegetables among other things. The skin on the fish always comes out nice and really crispy, very delicious. I've gotten a few of their appetizers but nothing to write home about. Overall, comes here for the fish with friends! Great experience and food. read more
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Get! The! Fish! Oh my the fish is so good I love this place! It's huge and so tasty. Everything else I've gotten has been delicious as well- shaken beef and the seafood noodle soup. So filling and a delicious meal read more
3 years ago
The food was amazing. Service was on point. And a great family setting. Definitely will be back. read more
3 years ago
Was a decent fried fish. Made for good spring rolls. The meat dishes were kind of bland. Use to a bit more flavor. read more
Food (3 Stars) + BYOB I love my alcohol just as much as the next alcoholic arriving at a restaurant wanting to bring my own cooler of alcohol to enjoy with my buddies. Pretty much one of the best parts about Dallas...the BYOB spots. The real BYOB Deal. I'm not talking about your grandma's max of one bottle of wine with $15 corkage fee. I'm talking about go buy a styrofoam cooler, pick up some moonshine from the shady neighbors next door and get ready to get drunk. There's no limit or restriction on what you can drink there and it's all free. Now that's freedom...that's American. read more
Crispy, delicious, baked catfish = winning for our group lunch! The consensus is in, the baked catfish is a total hit when you wrap it up in your very own spring roll. Be sure to order the banh hoi (fine rice vermicelli), which pairs nicely with the fish, veggies, herbs and special mam nem(fermented anchovy) dipping sauce. We also ordered the egg rolls (average), quail (a little on the dry side) and the ever-so-fragrant bo la lot (grilled lemongrass beef wrapped in wild betel leaf). And that cafe sua da (Vietnamese iced coffee) was so jam packed with caffeine & condensed milk that I was bouncing off the walls for the rest of the day! Saigon Block is a must-try family style dining adventure with your friends if you are ever in the DFW. The restaurant is clean, but beware, you might come home smelling of fish and fish sauce! Service is actually better than most Asian places, but perhaps my ability to communicate with the staff in our native language made the dining experience awesome! read more
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Yumm, it's good for what it is. The baked catfish. Service was nice and fast. Chanh muoi was good too :) read more
Disclosure: I have visited Saigon Block 5+ times. Saigon Block is a traditional Vietnamese restaurant that is known for having an exceptional dish called Ca Nuong (baked catfish). My Overall Rating - 3 1/2 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Saigon Block has a nice contemporary feel. The booths and tables are well spread apart, and the tables and chairs are nice quality (this is a big deal for traditional Vietnamese restaurants). My biggest complaint is that the temperature is always way too high. During the summers it can be an uncomfortable place. Also, when it gets busy there's no area inside to wait. Only a bench or too outside. If only the AC worked better in the summer...... 1/2 Star. Service - Service is ok. Nothing great but nothing bad either. Once your order is taken and food delivered, the waiter rarely check-up on you. This is the norm at Asian restaurants it seems. The good thing is that they do have a center waiter station where you go to pay the bill, and you can easily flag someone down. They also do take out at the counter and they do a great job boxing up to go items. 1/2 Star. Food - Sometimes, you go to a restaurant to eat one type of dish. We come to Saigon Block for their ca nuong, which is a seasoned baked catfish that is served with rice paper, pickled vegetables, lettuce, assorted herbs, and dipping sauce. The fish is crispy on the outside, warm and cooked perfectly on the inside, and topped with green onions, scallions, and peanuts. One fish can feed 4 - 6 people, so order in a group! They also have banh hoi (pancake noodles) served with choa tom (grilled minced shrimp and sugar cane), nem (Vietnamese pork sausage), and bo la lot (grilled beef wrapped in leaves). We don't bother with the other offerings as they're pretty average. If you come here GET THE CA NUONG. 1 1/2 Star. Will I Return? - Yes! Like I said, I come here for one dish and one dish only. I can get decent Vietnamese food in other places, but I can't get great Ca Nuong that's this good. I've even taken it to go, and they do a great job boxing it up. 1 Star. My Yelp Rating Scale (Sum of all parts): 1 Star - Atmosphere - Is it a cool dive? Perhaps an upscale place? No matter the type, atmosphere plays a big part and I'll give a star if I like it or thinks it has great charm. 1 Star - Service - You can have a great meal with bad service. But that's also what can make a five star joint drop to four. It's important to the dining experience that service is great and on point. 2 Stars - Food - I'll award up to two stars for the food, since this is the main reason we dine out. Sometimes the extra star is given for value, but it's really all about the food. 1 Star - Will I come back? - If I know for a fact I'll return, I'll give this a star. A place has to make an impression for me to return. Each Category can be given up to 1 star except food (2 stars) because I consider all these categories important to the overall dining experience. I will sum them up to provide my final Yelp score. read more
I have a love hate relationship with this place. We stopped going for years but lately frequent this place again because we found other dishes we like. They have bo la lot (beef wrapped in leaves) grilled served with noodles, rice paper and mam nem. They also have other beef dishes that is delicious and hard to find anywhere. Service is hit or miss read more
5 years ago
Best Viet food in the DFW imo. We are willing to drive 45 mins-1 hr just to get the food here. They have the best broken rice that I've ever tried in the U.S. They are super busy during the weekends so plan your trip sometimes during the week. read more
6 years ago
Missed this place, always a family favorite whenever we have gatherings. Finally had the chance to get some baked catfish now that I'm back in town. It was delicious and is always a staple at my dinners here. Their staff was not attentive in any way today, but that's okay because at least the food was good. P.S - they didn't have a lot of stuff available on the menu. We tried to order the medium Catfish, Bo La Lot, and Bo 3 Mon but they didn't have it. Limited selection's probably due to the pandemic so I would call ahead of time. read more
Love the ca nuong (baked catfish) here! It is definitely the reason why I come here. The place is pretty big and I never really have to wait long for a table. I always get the medium size catfish (~$40). It's huge and can feed up to 6 people. It comes with variety of vegetables (carrots, daikon, cucumbers, lettuce, Vietnamese herbs, etc), rice noodles, rice paper, and a delicious bowl of sauce. I believe that if you request for more, they'll charge you (not sure how much it is). You basically put everything together and make it into a spring roll. I'll definitely be back to try their other foods but try the catfish if it's your first time here. read more
This was my first time at Saigon Block. I was advised not to get their pho, so I went with a rice dish. Everything was good and I even had a bit to take home. Some of my group ordered the fish, which is the main reason to come to Saigon Block. It is huge and they take out the bones for you. It's DIY with rice paper, peanut sauce, lettuce, bean sprouts, pickled carrots and white radish, basil, mint, cilantro and maybe more. The restaurant was pretty full and the speed of service was alright for how big our group was. I would like to come back to have the full fish experience for myself. read more
Ca nuong in the middle of the day... I love it. we ordered a large catfish for 4 of us plus a plate of chicken wings. baked fish was just perfect. all the condiments came out first with vegetables and rice paper. Then the fish is brought out. waiter removes the large middle bone and it's in the middle of the table, as it's so big, so we all can shared and enjoyed. AND we did really enjoyed! fish was perfectly baked, topped with onions and peanuts. fish was so enjoyable that we actually could have forego the chicken wings but since we ordered it, we had to eat. it was good and crunchy. I would totally come back when I am in the area. read more
3 years ago
Saigon Block is a staple in the community. What can I say that everyone else hasn't said. That whole fish and the veggies is always a winner. You get full just looking at the fish. The beef rolled up is really nice as well. I can't believe that I haven't tried this place sooner. read more
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I love Saigon block! Fresh veggies! Fresh food! Catfish was crispy on the outside and flakey on the inside so delicious! Would def comeback! read more
7 years ago
Make sure you preorder the fish if you'd like to get one. Also, their pork chop is amazing too! My friend got roasted hen, she loved it! The only thing that I'm not happy about this place is the service. Slow and no communication the whole time while eating. The server was too busy to check on our table. read more
5 years ago
Yum yum yum!! The food was delicious! Customer service was great, couldn't complain about anything. Everything was cooked and seasoned very well. read more
3 years ago
Giving 4 stars just for the taste of the baked fish. It is delicious! So crispy and catfish is cooked to perfection! As for the lousy service , 2 stars! Love that you could call ahead and order! Not once was our water refilled or anyone walked by to asked how we doing. Do not order the fried rice it was stir fried with sesame oil....ewwwww and long grained rice was not jasmine rice. read more
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2150 E Arapaho Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
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