I go to Saigon deli when I'm looking for quick delicious food at a good price. The family that runs the shop is very nice and always treat me well! I've only tried the tofu bahn mi with the fried egg and each time it was delectable and a great lunch snack. It's a great price at just $5 (small tip included) and very quick for on the go. Don't forget to add a little bit of siracha and hoisen sauce to step up the flavors to the next level. read more

Ok...so the Vietnamese sandwich is on crumbly bread and the chicken is chopped and mused to oblivion...I still maintain that it is delicious! And $2.45 for a good sized sandwich with always fresh veggies and a very yummy home-made yogurt? Sign me up! I eat here all the time for lunch and I have never been disappointed. The two ladies who run the whole shebang are very nice and your food is always super quick. So what if you get a pastry at a different pho place? Maybe these gals are just looking out for your health. If you're in the mood for a cheap yummy lunch, I highly suggest putting down $3 and getting yourself a Vietnamese sandwich from Saigon Deli. read more

Saigon Deli - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Their sandwiches are delicious. Crispy bread, fresh veggies, sweet pork, and fresh jalapeños. For $6?? In this economy?? Definitely coming back read more

The BBQ pork banh mi sandwich is very tasty! And you can get a banh mi sandwich + wonton soup combo for $7.95! So excited to explore more of the menu on my lunch breaks. The owner is also super friendly. read more

The U-district would not be the same without this restaurant. Honestly, this place has been a staple of my eating habits for the quality and price. And the place is super calm relaxing 1 block off the Ave. The Banh Mi is as good or better than those in little Saigon/ID. read more

The best banh mi in the udistrict area! My favorite is the pork banh mi with a fried egg. Pro tip, your order is cheaper if you pay with cash!!! read more

Banh mi is still delicious and best in Seattle. The price is now $5.50 (cash) for a banh mi with egg added.

This place has slowly become one of my staples! At $3.75 a filling and legitimate banh mi (pork, chicken or tofu), it's such an economical lunch. The fried egg doesn't do that much for me, but I can tell others love having it in there. So delicious at the same time! The only other food I've had from here is a spring roll with shrimp, which is pretty run of the mill for a Vietnamese restaurant, but a good option if you want to add it to your meal. Many people seem to get bigger dishes too here if dining in, so I'll have to try one of these at some point. I usually always take my food to go, so I can't speak much about the experience of eating there. At lunch time during the weekdays, the place can get pretty packed with dine-in patrons and others taking their food to go like me. read more

Best Pho EVER. We drove from out of town just to eat here. Very friendly owner/operator. Highly recommend.

Not a bad spot! I dropped by to get a banh mi sandwich for lunch, and I was not disappointed. I got a banh mi thit nuong (grilled pork sandwich) with an egg and ah. I love a good egg on a banh mi. I am spoiled with Vietnamese food, since I come from the SF Bay Area, but I'm so glad that this spot is right next to school. Cheap & delicious! read more

This place never disappoints!! It's my go to whenever I want a quick, cheap and delicious banh mi (add an egg!! its worth it!!) or shrimp spring rolls, and also one of my favorite places for pho. read more

This place is my go to for a cheap, yummy quick lunch. Their banh mi's are only $5 and really filling. Great for a college student on a budget- especially during finals week! read more

Pork Banh mi is a can't miss. Get the egg extra, and it's slightly cheaper with cash.

$3.75 for a bahn mi?? Why wouldn't you go here?? I've heard about this place a couple times and finally went to check out their sandwiches, but I didn't realize how cheap it was. The service was super quick. I got my sandwich within like 3 minutes of me ordering. Even with the extra egg on top, the bahn mi was still less than $5 and it tasted bomb! The bread was a little crunchy and the pork and egg were delicious. would recommend this place for anyone who's looking for a good bahn mi around u-district esp. broke ass college students yenno. Now I want to try out their entrees. read more

Saigon Deli - Pork Bahn Mi with Egg - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

4.5 stars I came here for the time with two good friends from church. They both ordered banh mi, and the sandwiches looked delicious. It was an interesting concept to me that there was the option of adding fried egg. I ordered the bo bun hue, spicy beef noodle soup, upon recommendation from the waitress. I heard about this dish before, but never tried it. I was honestly super excited because I had been craving noodle soup for a while. The soup looked a lot spicier (lots of chili oil and chill peppers) than it actually was. I really enjoyed the hints of lemongrass and cilantro. I added some lime, and it gave the broth a nice tang. The noodles were cooked just right, and there was a good ratio of beef to noodle. I am giving this place 4.5 stars because the waitress was extremely friendly. She consistently checked on how we were doing, everything tasted, as well as gave recommendations on how to make the soup taste even better that it already was. Can't wait to come back! read more

This place feels so homey and the lady who works the cash register and serves the customer is so sweet. The food is well made and taste amazing. The price is good for the taste and proportion of the food is. Highly recommend because this place is awesome. If you go to UW this is a must place to go. read more

$4something for a banh mi with egg. SCORE! I love banh mi sandwiches and even better when they're delicious and cheap! Saigon Deli fits the bill. I had the tofu banh mi and I liked how the tofu was has sort of glaze or something on it -- it wasn't too bland or soggy (womp womp). It was filled with greens, carrots, jalapeno and the egg on top! The bread was nice and crunchy and it was a decent size sandwich. I also ordered the tofu spring roll which was good, but meh - I may skip it next time. It had the noodles, tofu and greens -- nothing special and the peanut sauce was OK. The place is small but can accommodate about 15 people -- saw few people getting take out. I'd definitely try their pho next time, I think it was $6 for a small bowl. I definitely recommend the banh mi. I'm adding this spot to my lunch rotation! read more

I moved to Seattle at the end of August and was informed by my landlord that the refrigerator was on its last legs. Naturally, I made this an excuse to spend my first two weeks here in power-foodie mode. OMG, yes. I'd tried Banh Mi Unwrapped and Thanh Vi and this place definitely takes the gold medal. I got #12 on the Bún menu and loved it. The soup reminded me of a sort of Japanese curry in terms of spice and richness, the noodles were cooked to just the right firmess and all the fillers were amazing. The place is admittedly nothing special to look at but you're there for the taste, not the view. I'm most definitely coming back. Credit cards are accepted but since you're basically dining in mom's kitchen, cash is far preferred here so hit the ATM before you step inside. read more

I think I'll just stop trying new Pho places. Seriously, every time I venture away from my staple Pho restaurants (Pho and Bubble Tea Express in pioneer square, and Pho Viet Anh on Queen Anne) I absolutely hate my food. I may not have ever been to Vietnam or had truly authentic Vietnamese food, but if I did, I'd imagine it would be better than bland broth and tiny fried pieces of tofu. NO. That's NOT what I wanted. Veggie Pho should be heaping with vegetables, and the tofu should not taste and feel like a 100 year old sponge, as it did at Saigon Deli. On the window it said, "free desert" which I assumed would be those cream puff deals you get at Pho Than brothers (which I also dislike), but instead, they gave me a cup with semen in it. They must have a sperm bank in the back. Okay, it may have been yogurt or something, but it looked dangerously like curdled semen so I passed. The place is teeeeeny tiny, and looks to me to be dirty and reminded me of a school cafeteria. No charm, just a place to sit and eat and shut up. The lady that worked there was kind of nice if a bit docile, so out of pity I add a star for her. read more

The special vegetarian noodle #29 is just divine. It is wonderfully flavorful and comforting just like your grandma's soup. The service here is always very fast. They are always very welcoming and able to make wonderful suggestions. I come here at least two times a week and even more when I have the chance. I highly recommened this restaurant to any vegerarian or meat eater. read more

Saigon Deli - #29 special vegetable soup made with carrots and onions served with tofu and crushed peanuts - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Updating my review to five stars because: --The fried egg on the sandwich is delicious. --The free yogurt you get if you eat in is delicious. --Everyone who works there is super nice. --Vietnamese BBQ pork sandwiches have become an entire food group for me. I have had lunch there three out of the last four days. I may need an intervention. read more

Very good, Quick and easy online order. I was in and out within a minute. Got two bbq bahn mi and thought they were great in comparison to others I've had around town I will definitely be back again. read more

I can't say much about their pho, but I have specifically had their house vegetarian noodle soup twice now. I swear, on the most precious temple on this planet, that this bowl of noodle is sex on fire. Their broth is based off a radish and it's a hearty bowl that consists of tofu skin, fried tofu, fresh tofu, onion, and an assortment of vegetables. My boyfriend raves about having the fried egg in their sandwiches, which is a great addition to any banh mi. If you're looking for cheap, above average food, I would come here. I also dig the free homemade yogurt they give you at the end, although it's not everybody's cup of tea. read more

I ordered a spring roll with shrimp ($2.50) and a Banh Mi with Tofu ($2.75)- I wanted to try their sandwich out. I was trying to make a cheap lunch out of little items and Saigon Deli was great for that. Food came lightening quick. The spring rolls had a side of peanut sauce and the sandwich came with extra yogurt/white stuff dressing. The spring rolls were fresh and tasty. The sauce was flavorful and not too sweet. The Banh Mi was ok. It was fried tofu, carrots, cilantro, etc. on a large baguette. The ratio between bread to fillings was off, and the flavors were basic. Fyi's~ *They take credit cards- but don't do purchases under $6.00 *The menu had many soups(lots of tofu options) and great sounding entrees- I might just have to come back for a meal not made up of apps *They are now open on Saturdays for lunch! *The service was attentive and Saigon Deli has hole in the wall charm read more

I can honestly say that Saigon Deli kept my wallet and I full and satisfied all the way through college. I was an extremely picky eater growing up, but in college decided to expand my food horizons. Saigon Deli was the first Banh Mi I ever had. And what a revelation it was. I was instantly hooked. In fact I can remember standing outside their doors, waiting for them to open, thinking class doesn't start for like 15 minutes... I can make it... It's so worth it... Then I saw the wonderful women who work here walking up with large clear bags filled with freshly baked baguettes and I knew I was mere minutes from amazing grilled pork and love stuffed deliciousness. Now that I am working in the area again it has become extremely hard not to stop here every afternoon for a snack! Now the sandwiches are as delicious, filling, and fresh as they have ever been! But they used to be $3 after tax with a free yogurt! The yogurt has gone by the wayside but the sandwiches are still less than $4. I always order more than 1 or add a fried egg so I can't remember the exact cost. The restaurant itself is extremely bare bones, but it is clean. The ladies who work here are friendly and they seem to recognize me, but that could just be my hungry delusions. I love this place. read more

Don't come here for the pho. You will be sorely disappointed, as was I. The pho broth was completely bland, one dimensional, and uninspired. I couldn't detect any aromatics at all, like star anise. Even with the addition of every condiment on the table, the broth was still lackluster. I only choked down my meal because I was starving and didn't have time to go somewhere else before class. On the bright side, their spring roll was delicious! I asked for shrimp AND tofu inside and when they were served, it was slightly warm. Nom nom nom. read more

Please, for the love of your tastebuds and gastrointestinal health - do not eat the pho. It was so terrible! Easily the worst pho I've ever had anywhere. My lunch at Saigon Deli was purely accidental. I trekked up to Little Thai Restaurant only to find it closed due to a recent fire, and I needed something within the area. The service was quick, perfunctory, and uneventful, but wow the pho was terrible. I ordered a spring roll with shrimp, a vegetarian eggroll, and the wonton pho. Wontons: delicious. Beef in pho: tough, chewy, with a plastic flavor. Yes, plastic. I actually suffered through 3-4 bites of the meat just to confirm this for you, dear Yelp reader. Seriously. like melted or scorched plastic. And both the spring and egg rolls were odd tasting as well. Lastly, I have a suspicion that someone is refiling the Sriracha bottles with a ketchup mixture. The pho was basically unsalvageable no matter what combination of condiments I tried. At one point, I looked around the full restaurant, wondering why people were eating there. I got back to the office only to find out that everyone knew their pho was terrible, and the reason you go to Saigon Deli is for the $3 vietnamese sandwiches. I can confirm that yes, the sandwiches are tasty especially if you like crusty crumbly bread. And you really can't beat a $3 lunch. Pho: No. Sandwich: Yes. You've been warned. read more

I am updating my review and upping the rating to 5 stars. I am addicted to the #12- grilled pork with egg roll and vegetables on rice. The light dressing/sauce at the bottom of the bowl is delicious and I can't eat it often enough. Such a filling and relatively healthy meal for cheap! The lady working in the shop is so sweet and does a great job of making sure everyone is satisfied. read more

Saigon Deli - #12 on the Bun menu- charbroiled pork and egg roll with vermicelli noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

The tofu banh mi has gotten me through many desperate finals-week-need-a-quick-and-cheap-meal times. The bread is perfect, not too hard, and it doesn't get soggy if you have leftovers (I would always buy two, one for now, one for later). The tofu was always flavorful and well seasoned/marinated, the veggies were pickled nicely, and I don't know what they do to their mayo/spread but it's delicious. The best banh mi in my opinion is from here, and this place definitely beats Saigon Sandwich in SF. It's also worth the extra dollar to add a fried egg. The staff are super friendly, and can't beat the awesome pricing especially if you're a college student! read more

By far the best pho I've ever had. It's the best you can find on the ave. incoming students at the UW, don't make the mistake of NOT trying this place! read more

Excellent place for a quick bite. Their banh mi and wanton soup combination is a deal hard to beat, and they did not sacrifice taste for the cheap deal. My personal favorite Vietnamese place in the U Distruct. read more

It's a $2.75 tofu bahn mi. What's not to like? They suggested I try a fried egg in my sandwich. I did, and it was indeed good that way. This location also gives you a free sweet yogurt dessert with everything you buy. Service was prompt and friendly. read more

I'm such an avid user of Yelp mostly because I am afraid of getting the wrong thing at a restaurant. By following the suggestions of my fellow yelpers I have been able to avoid some bad experiences. So let me save you from one. Please don't get the pho. It's bland and sad. Just walk the extra block and hit up Pho Thy Thy or Than Bros but don't go here. Now if you're here for a sandwich, now you're in the right place. So just go for the sandwich. read more

Like banh mi? In the U District? Got three bucks? Why are you reading this, go get yourself some lunch. I could, and actually have, eaten these for lunch every day for a week. The tofu + egg is a very nice combo for vegetarians like me. It gets pretty busy, but the service is lightning fast if you're just getting a sandwich and maybe some spring rolls. If you eat in, there's a free desert that appears to be some mysterious type of yogurt. EDIT: I notice some folks ding this place for not being authentic. I don't know jack about Vietnamese street food, but this place rocks if you want a quick Banh Mi fix. There's certainly "better" in the sense of more authentic lunches to be had for the same price down in the ID... but this place is absolutely perfect for what it represents, a Vietnamese diner in the U District. Hence the 5 big ones. read more

I'm between 3 and 4 stars on this one. As for the food, I have gone here twice, but only for the Banh mi (Vietnamese sandwiches). They are good, although I would love some more pickled veggies in there. I have had better, but I have also had worse. The attraction is the price. A whole banh mi (on a toasted baguette) for $2.95+tax. This is a great price! Great portion size. I have also had their Vietnamese iced coffee which was really good, although super sweet. The cashier tailored it to my liking though and asked if I wanted more milk vs coffee vs ice. Re: ambiance, don't expect much at all. Not the nicest walls to look at. A little small. Bathroom hidden in the back requiring you get a key. Customer service is variable. Always efficient - I had my banh mi within 5 minutes or so, but a little friendliness from the cashier/waitress would be awesome. Very little emotion...maybe she hoped I would spend more than $2.95. Oh well. Other have talked about the complimentary yogurt dessert. I didn't get this... You can use credit card to pay, but you must spend at least $6. Street parking. I would go back if in the area to get a sandwich, although I would be more inclined to take it to go. The price is unbeatable! read more

The food is very nice and you can almost always get a home made yogurt. It is not a big restaurant but it is my favorite on the Ave.

Food rating: 2.5 I come here from time to time because of convenience and the pork BBQ banh mi. I have had their pho before, but I recall it as being fine (somewhat bland), but not amazing. For the cost of the banh mi (under $4), I would say that this place is somewhat worth it, but after today's experience, I have found out that they have not been stuffing the bad boys with more... stuffing.. (cilantro, carrots, pork, cucumber - not enough!) I was overall disappointed that the banh mi did not taste as good as it did the first time I had it here. However, I will say that I like the bread that they use here the most! It crunches well, but isn't too hard that it is difficult to eat. (I don't have to tug at the bread.) I swear I waited less than a minute and then was handed my banh mi. If you are a "go go go!" person and don't care much for the SHABAM flavor of banh mi (excellently pickled vegetables - my favorite part of banh mi - that is not present here)... (The banh mi is a lot sweeter here, but doesn't have the sharp, slightly spicy pickling that I like.) this will be the perfect place for you. Remember to carry cash if you are ordering something that will be less than $7. Otherwise they will put on an additional fee on your card. read more

My favorite spot to get Bahn-Mi's and spicy pho in Seattle! (and that's sayin' something...) Shout out to Ann!!! read more

Due to Seattle's imminent rainy weather today, my boyfriend and I were disappointed to find the Ave's main pho hot spots - Pho Than Brothers and Pho Thy Thy - filled to the brim with customers seeking solace in soup. We decided to try Saigon Deli - a tiny Vietnamese place tucked away on the corner of Brooklyn and 42nd. I ordered the wonton pho. He ordered the buon with chicken. Both dishes arrived promptly with respective condiments in tow. The buon was a big dish; the chicken was well-seasoned. My wonton pho came with two small wontons and several beef slices - I didn't mind the beef, but I was surprised to see it because the menu made no mention of it with the pho I ordered. The pho broth was a little bland; I don't think they use MSG. Or at least, not very much. I personally enjoy MSG in my pho though ... what's flavor without a little run for your health? Eh? We received cute lil' complimentary cups of Vietnamese yogurt for dessert - Saigon Deli's version of the complimentary cream puff methinks! I think it's so cool that they're serving this. I seldom see Vietnamese yogurt in Seattle. Overall, this place is great for price, but I would go elsewhere for tastier Vietnamese food. I would definitely come back to check out their legendary $1.75 banh mi though! ** edit: 11/17 - I finally checked out their legendary banh mi! The banh mi is certainly tasty (not THE best, but tasty!), but at $1.75 a pop, that makes for a phenomenal deal. I was able to order two banh mi AND a soy milk drink with my subtotal remaining under $5. Fantastic. Oh, and they also give yogurt with their banh mi too. read more

Sweet fancy Moses, take me to Saigon Deli. If all the food in Vietnam is like what they serve at Saigon Deli, then I'm in heaven. Actually, the only other place that i have encounted with fresher ingredients was in Vietnam itself - if you don't mind drinking the water. Meals at SD are freshly and expertly prepared. They are authentic and oh so nice. Please don't try to order the chinese dishes, I think they are there for the population who are adverse to trying new things. The bun is something out of a food lovers companion. I have had one about 1X a week from Saigon Deli for the past 6 years, and I cannot remember one time it was not perfect. Put a place like this on the top on Queen Anne, spruce up the decor, and they'll be charging 2X as much as they do now. And laughing all the way to the bank... read more