Lovely spot for lunch! This restaurant is run by an amazing woman who clearly pours her heart into every dish, she cooks everything herself, and it shows. The food is consistently delicious, and I can't recommend the pork belly banh mi enough. I usually order ahead for pickup, which is always smooth and convenient. While there's no indoor seating, there are a couple of outdoor tables that are perfect when the weather is nice. I've also tried the shrimp spring rolls, and they were just as fresh and flavorful. If you're looking for authentic, homemade food made with care, this place is a must-visit. Easy 5 stars! read more

Saigon Cafe - Pork belly banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

Always order the chicken plate and potstickers. Simple and tasty. My kids request it! Kindest owner and fast service!

I've walked past this place many times, but just never really noticed it. Came across it while looking on Yelp for a Vietnamese craving. Had great reviews and it did not disappoint. Small little hole in the wall place. Order at counter and ate outside. Got the Chicken Bun Bowl and crispy rolls. Both were made fresh and super delicious. Shout out to the woman who took the order, checked us out, made the food, and served us outside. So nice and sweet. read more

Saigon Cafe - Chicken Bun Bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

Saigon Cafe is such a hidden gem! I first came across this little restaurant while I was at the plaza heading to Olivers Market. Because its hard to find good vietnamese spots in the Cotati area I was so happy to discover this place. The owner runs this business with her husband and she is always so friendly and kind to the customers. I always order the chicken bun vermicelli noodles. It is so fresh and absolutely satisfies my cravings every time. She also cooks really fast, so I never have to wait that long. I highly recommend trying this place. read more

Awesome place to grab a sandwich or a quick snack! Friendly staff, and great prices. Hit this place up before the golf course and it was the perfect combo read more

Always walked by this place and finally tried it and it's my new go to place. The food is so good and the lady that works there is the sweetest thing! read more

My usual order is a beef bun bowl, but we decided to switch it up today. This place is AMAZING and ran by a hardworking woman, Huong. The food is made fresh to order, and she has the best selection with huge portions. A few of our favorites: beef bun bowls or rice bowls, banh xeo, beef stew, wonton soup, takoyaki, and banh mi sandwiches. Nothing is over $15, and you won't regret trying it. She prefers cash but takes cards, and you can call ahead to order for pickup. On busy days, she sells out of some items! It's pickup only, no dine-in, but there are picnic tables outside if you want to eat there. No matter how busy she gets, the place is always spotless. The best part is she remembers her regulars and always loves to chat. She told me that her dream is to open a dine-in restaurant one day. She's very sweet and always asks if there's anything that can make the food better. I highly recommend trying out this place if you want authentic Vietnamese comfort food! read more

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Very disappointed. The service is excellent with a cheerful woman taking your order and preparing your food. Both dishes we tried were tasteless. The shrimps had no flavor. The mango and salad greens were fresh but the sauce to pour over was very bland. The shrimp dang xeo was greasy. Relatively inexpensive but sorry to say just not good. read more

Yummy, delicious, traditional Vietnamese food. A little store with great flavor. Owner was nice and even on a busy Saturday was very quick and efficient on my order. Called in and was ready in 10 minutes. Flavor was amazing and will be going back to try the udon. Their beef bun noodle is a traditional vermicelli noodle and was amazing. Portion sizes are just perfect. As for the store it is in a very busy marketplace with no seating unless wanting to sit outside near the Oliver's Market. read more

Saigon Cafe - Beef Bun Noodle - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

To begin with, the woman, who runs everything was very sweet and friendly. We got the Beef Bun and the Banh Xeo, which were for the most part tasty. The beef was perfectly seasoned and balanced. For me, I felt that although the Banh Xeo was crispy, the batter was a little thicker than my liking and the vegetable filling is not traditional. She did tell me that she did change some of the aspects of the banh xeo to cater to the western palate (like changing the traditional lettuce wrap to a side salad). Overall, good place for some quick eats. read more

Stopped in for a quick bite before leaving town, grabbed a pork belly sandwich after reading a couple reviews and was very pleased! Home cooking vibes(in the best way) and very fresh/tasty. The lady running the place was also super sweet and welcoming. Definitely recommend checking out. If I'm ever in town again I'll be returning! read more

This is a great find. I usually get pork vermicelli bowls at other Vietnamese restaurants but I had the beef bun bowl here and it's really good. The beef is subtle and savory and very lean. It's cooked in front of you and the onions with it soften nicely and soak up the flavor. Because the beef was on top of the noodles, the noodles warmed up. I like cold vermicelli so next time I might ask them to place it next to the noodles. There's fresh mint, a bit of cucumber and lettuce, and pickled carrots but I'd like more veggies with the dish. The dish comes in a to-go container and you can opt to eat at the picnic benches next to the restaurant which have shade umbrellas. It's in a strip mall but there's an area under a trellis that feels a little more garden-like. There are drinks available for purchase from two coolers but nothing made in-house. As others have mentioned, the owner is friendly and helpful. read more

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This place is closed randomly on days not listed drove all the way over here just to try. Not open in days listed

This tiny shop is so cute! The woman working was very kind and working hard to get all her orders done. Go there with some patience because she's own her own. The food was good - I got a lemongrass beef sandwich which was a good proportion and had great flavor! The ciabatta roll was a different addition to me, but I still liked it. I also got the fried rolls with chicken and veggies, which were overly oily to me, but still really tasty. Definitely recommend this local shop! read more

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I was on my way to get dinner from Oliver's when I walked past this tiny restaurant and caught a whiff of the most delicious smelling foods through the open window. Immediately changing my plans, I walked into this restaurant and was greeted by a very friendly chef behind the counter. I ordered a tofu noodle bowl, but they were low on noodles so she asked if she could do half/half noodles and rice which was totally fine with me. She also asked if I am vegan, which I'm not, but it's great that she takes that into consideration. She said come back in 10 minutes and it'll be ready for you. So I went to Oliver's next door to get other things that I wanted, came back and paid cash, which is preferred. She made polite convo and also gave me a bag for my takeout AND for the stuff I got at Oliver's which was very kind. I ate at home, because there is no seating here except a waiting bench, and it was soooo stinking delicious. I don't know how she makes this tofu, but I wish I could make it like that at home. I absolutely will be back here when I am visiting my mom for the holidays! read more

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Saigon Cafe in Cotati is hands down some of the best food I've ever had and deserves a shout out in the group. It never disappoints! Everything is always super fresh and made to order. The portions are HUGE and the prices are CHEAP!! And the owner is the sweetest lady, which is always a plus. If you haven't gone yet, please do yourself a favor and go!! I ordered a chicken bun bowl and potato katsu (not pictured). Pictures just don't do it justice. You gotta try yourself read more

Saigon Cafe - Chicken bun bowl - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

Wasn't feeling well. Really wanted some soup. Went to the market next door but none of their soups sounded good. Decided to give the Udon Soup at Saigon Cafe a try. So glad I did ! The chef/owner is very sweet. The soup hit the spot! It was too hot to eat right away. So I headed home and pulled over to eat in Bodega Bay. I'll be back very soon! The other menu items looked tasty as well. Prices are unbeatable. read more

Saigon Cafe - Chicken Udon Soup with a view. - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

We came here on a hot Saturday. Of all the restaurants in this marketplace, this one was empty. We were quickly greeted by the woman who Im assuming is the owner. She was super sweet and quickly took our orders. It was only her behind the counter, so our food took some time, but it was definitely worth the wait! The inside is small, but very clean and tidy. I got the tofu sandwich which was super good! The veggies and tofu were very flavorful. The bread was slightly toasted but still soft (perfect texture!). I also got the spring rolls which were packed with fresh noodles and veggies. They were huge and the sauce they came with complimented them nicely. My brother got the pork sandwich which he loved and my sister got a beef bowl which she also devoured. They also split the takoyaki which they found crispy and flavorful. We were surprised that this place didn't have more business and will definitely come back again! Oh! and it was very affordable. 10/10 read more

Saigon Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

On our way to Sonoma, we were looking for some Vietnamese food to take as picnic food for our wine tasting experience. Banh mi, bun salad, and Banh xeo salad were all super spot on with good ingredients. I would give 5 stars if the wintry matched the price better. read more

I'm always searching for any kind of Asian cuisine in this area, and I'm glad I stumbled up Saigon Cafe! S E R V I C E: It's located right next to Oliver's, so there's plenty of parking since they share the same lot. There's also several tables on the side where you can enjoy your meal. The owner was the sweetest! She was by herself, and I saw her cook my order on the spot! It smelled sooo good inside, I couldn't wait to eat. She also has a yummy variety of Asian drinks available as well. F O O D: I ordered her tofu udon, and wow it was one of the best udons I've had! The broth was so flavorful, and noodles were cooked to perfection. The tofu slices were nicely cut and there was plenty of it as well. It was such a simple dish, but it definitely exceeded my expectations. O V E R A L L: I cannot wait to stop by and try the rest of her menu! Prices were right, serving size of my udon was perfect, and the owner is personable. read more

Saigon Cafe - Tofu udon - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

Loved this place. Might have been the best Vietnamese crepe I've ever eaten as it was so crisp and fresh. The fried potstickers were also amazing. Very small- take out only- but there's picnic tables just outside. Located in a happening shopping center. read more

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The lady who works there is always so welcoming and kind! I'm not one to leave reviews but I feel like this is such a hidden gem. The food is always delicious and she knows what she is doing with her recipes. I have not had one bad experience at this place - and the food is very well priced. Today I got stir fry yakisoba noodles which she recommended as it was a limited time item and it was amazing. The restaurant is also really cute and very clean. Definitely try this place out! read more

Ohhh man!! What a yummy bowl of chicken udon! Service was fast & easy. It's a small and quiet restaurant, I only waited about 10 minutes for my order. I saw many other things I'm going to try next time I come back! What a gem Small note: Although card is accepted, cash is a preferred payment method! read more

Saigon Cafe - Chicken Udon - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

Banh Xeo : love how crispy the thin shell pancake is! ( like potato chips texture) Can't describe the flavor but certainly a great summer light meal! If you like Korean bulgogi , you will like their beef rice. Lady owner is sweet and gave great recommendations. Actually , everything in the menu looks good. Me and my friends all enjoy our meals, definitely come back again. read more

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Saigon cafe is my go-to dinner and lunch spot. I am a big fan of the pork belly sandwich, beef udon, chicken bun bowl, and the new spicy tuna crunchy roll. Everything on the menu is delicious and made fresh. I feel so lucky to have found this establishment and the owner is friendly and quick at making the food. She will have your food ready anywhere from 10-20 minutes depending on how busy it is. LOVE SAIGON CAFE!! read more

Saigon Cafe - Updated menu 1/17/2025 - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

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I want to start off by saying that service is not an issue here. The lady was extremely nice and made the food quick for me. The bad: I ordered the Chicken Banh Mi and it was nothing like the traditional Banh Mi I knew and loved growing up. It wasn't a bad sandwich, it just wasn't what it was advertised as. The chicken was nicely seasoned and it was on a ciabatta roll. I got no Vietnamese vibes from it. A good sandwich, just NOT a Banh Mi. The Banh Xeo was very disappointing. The batter didn't have that light crispy feel to it. It was alittle hard and bland. The inside included chicken , cabbage and shrimp. Traditionally chicken and cabbage are never in this dish. The batter had an onion ring batter taste to it and didn't have any savory notes. I loved the owner, she was very nice, but the food did not do it for me:( read more

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Food is always delicious and great customer service every time! Can't say enough great things about Saigon!

So easy to pick up, we shop for the week at Oliver's next door and then stop in for delicious vermicelli to go! Because literally no one wants to shop and then cook after, let's be honest. Consistently delicious! Price is right! Service is great too! read more

Just passing thru town, and looking for a quick meal. Didn't want fast food. How about freshly cooked good food? I'm not an expert on Vietnamese cooking, but the beef over rice was pretty good for being done in under 5 minutes. Friendly service. Free parking in shopping Center Thank you read more

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My mom and I popped in today for a quick lunch. The owner was very friendly and recommended the Chicken Bun Bowl. The food was cooked on the spot and brought out to us at the outdoor seating. The dressing that came with the meal was sweet and went well with the entire meal. The chicken with the peanut pieces was so good. The rice noodles were cooked just right and very light. We'll definitely go back again. read more

Shrimp rolls are large and so fresh, flavorful. Bun bowl excellent as well. Woman owner very helpful and friendly!

Very fresh flavorful food, priced fairly. The best part is the excellent personal old fashioned friendly service by the proprietor/chef. Keep up the great work! read more

Excellent GF options! My husband is Vietnamese and we have had lots of authentic meals, so we are pretty particular. Fresh and tasty food, friendly staff (maybe owner), and perfect outdoor seating. Highly recommend read more

Saigon Cafe - Vietnamese Near Me - Cotati, California

What an amazing find! I stumbled upon thus place and decided to try it out. I'm so glad I did because it's so good!!! I ordered the Tofu Lemongrass Sandwich, and let me start by saying it has the best Ciabatta Roll I have ever had. It's SO SOFT and does not cut your mouth. The tofu and pickled veggies were seasoned perfectly, and it tastes so good. I'm definitely going to come here more often! read more

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Stumbled upon this and decided to try it. Ordered takeout two tofu Buns (LOVE that it's gluten free!). Really delicious, fresh, and light but satisfying. We both were pleased with our meals. Forgot to take a pic as I ate it so fast. Service was impressive! Solo gal multitasking with accuracy, speed, and a smile. Great vibe in the shop. Clean. We will go back and maybe eat there next time. Thanks read more

Yummy food!! Wonderful service!! I was surprised at how delicious the beef lemongrass sandwich was

This is one of those humble little neighborhood gems where the food is tastier than most sit down restaurants. The portions are very generous too-- this is my favorite spot when I'm feeling depleted and I want a filling, nourishing, high protein meal for a modest price. The service is super quick and kind-- everything is cooked fresh to order. It's an open kitchen and I always appreciate how incredibly clean everything is. I used to work in restaurants so unfortunately I know all too well that most do not hold themselves to such high standards. I've lived in SF, Oakland and NYC, all of which are known for their great international food, and honestly this is one of my top Vietnamese spots ever. I usually get the beef bun bowl, shrimp rice bowl, spring rolls, or tofu bowl. Lots of gluten free options too. read more

This place is my favorite place to eat! I would eat there every night if my husband would let me. It is delicious, affordable and always fresh. I absolutely love her too! I always get the chicken rice bowl and finish it all, which a rarity for me. Please support this place so that she never leaves. read more

The best Vietnamese food in the area. Each dish is made fresh by the owner, who is so genuinely kind and pleasant that it always keeps me coming back, along with the food. Best tofu around, good prices. It is perfect. read more

I love the food but better than the food is the sweet woman who cooks it. Always has a smile. She runs the kitchen on her own. She is a small and mighty woman! read more