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    Saigon Dish

    4.5 (2.8k reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Noodles, Soup
    Closed 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Good for kids
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    #13A. Pho Filet Mignon
    Athena K.

    The vibes are immaculate. If you really love Vietnamese food (and not just pho), you need to visit Saigon Dish in Lawndale. The food comes out hot at lightning speed. My favorite dish is their Bun Bo Hue without the ham hock. Surprisingly, it's not spicy but tangy, which suits my preference. Tip: Pay with cash for a discount.

    52A. Vietnamese style Pad Thai
    Greg H.

    An Asian guy recommended this place to me so I knew it would be awesome and he was right . This is the best Vietnamese restaurant I've tried in Southern California by far. The pho soup is rich and flavorful, perfectly balanced with high quality sliced filet mignon. Their Vietnamese style pad Thai was also amazing and a standout, not dry like Thai restaurants serve. The oil that they add to it makes all the difference! You know a restaurant is doing something right when you have to sign into an iPad to get on the waiting list by the front door. 5 stars all the way!

    Bai Saigon lager 4.8 ABV
    David T.

    Got here about 12:15 PM and the parking lot was already pretty full. I lucked out and someone was leaving, so I was able to park near the entrance. The dining room was packed with lunch time diners. I only had to wait about 5 minutes for a table to be cleaned. I noticed most of the people eating were either Asian or Hispanic. That is usually a good sign and didn't fail this observation. I order a regular size filet mignon pho with noodles and a bottle of Bia Saigon beer. The pho broth was spot on, noodles were the perfect consistency and filet mignon was tender and tasty. The Bai Saigon lager was refreshing on this warm day. Staff is very friendly and efficient at helping the diners and quickly turning around the tables. I did order pork belly banh mi and beef banh mi sandwiches to go to eat for dinner tonight. They have a very extensive menu, so could be challenging on deciding what to order.

    #21A. Bun Rieu
    Doreen T.

    A great local spot to satisfy your Vietnamese cravings! We stopped by for an early Friday dinner and found the place already busy, but luckily a table opened up for us. I like to switch things up between pho and bun rieu, and that night I went with the tomato-based noodle soup. It was a bit mild at first, but adding extra shrimp paste made it just right. I also appreciated that the staff had no problem blanching the bean sprouts upon request just the way I like them. My husband ordered the grilled pork chop with rice, and they were happy to swap out the shredded pork for a fried egg. We also shared an order of shrimp cakes to start. The food came out quickly, service was prompt, and overall it was a great experience. We'll definitely be back to try more dishes on the menu.

    egg rolls
    Rachel Z.

    still remains my favorite spot for pho and yet to find a spot that tops it for me. the broth is always so fresh and fragrant. everything comes out so quick and service is always amazing. portions are very filling, whether it's the apps or the entrees. i truly can't find anything to complain about. id wait hours for this

    Brisket Pho and Shrimp and pork spring rolls
    vanessa

    My go-to Pho place. Most delicious broth you'll ever taste and is a very good amount of serving. This place never disappoints. Fast service and great workers who are there and ready to see what you need.

    Banh xeo
    Hannah C.

    I have been searching high and low for a Bo Kho with a thicker roux like broth, it's how I was introduced to Vietnamese beef stew in Virginia. Saigon Dish is the first restaurant I've found near LA that prepares Bo Kho that way. My dramatic self stopped the employee to tell him how long it's been since I've had a Bo Kho that reminded me of home. Although it was sweeter than what I'm used to, it was still delicious. I was lucky enough to come in on a Saturday when the Banh Xeo was available. The crepe was light and crispy (now this dish I'm actually used to being a bit sweeter) but the nuoc mam really balanced everything out. I contemplated taking a container of the fish sauce home but I know what happens if that spills in your car. Anyways, this is one of those restaurants where you want to come hungry so you can eat 3 meals.

    Lilian F.

    Decent place for pho! You can tell it's a local spot -- a lot of the people working here know their regulars who come here so that was nice to see! Eggrolls: sad that they didn't come out freshly fried (but that meant that they came out very quickly) but flavor of the fillings was great! My preference for the fish sauce is a bit more funk with chilies but honestly no complaints other than the fact that it didn't come out piping hot. Pho filet mignon: got the regular size which came with a decent amount of beef and a GENEROUS amount of rice noodles. Broth was nice, clean, hot, and light but lacked in the flavor of spices but pretty good and if I was in the area I'd come back to have pho here.

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    Noah M.

    The Baseline: For a Vietnamese cafe the Pho must be quality, the accompaniment add-in ingredients must be fresh, the meats must be well prepared, and menu must have authentic Vietnamese flavors. Food: I had the 11 tonight which was Pho with lean beef and brisket. This compares great against the most popular #13a. Great meal tonight and the spring rolls were awesome. Service: Great service from the wait staff this evening. Ambiance: The restaurant is clean and busy on this visit. There was a line waiting out the door.

    Shannon Z.

    Came for lunch on a Thursday and it was packed! Didn't have to wait too long though and they also have a yelp waitlist. Ordered the bun rieu which was delicious. Broth was savory and they're very generous with the portions - gave a lot of meat and noodles in a large bowl. Also got the spring rolls which were good - meat a little dry in spring rolls.

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    Michael S.

    The food was good excellent, the service was friendly, the prices were fine, and the wait wasn't too long for lunch on a Saturday even though the place was packed! I will definitely come back here. You can save 5% if you pay cash.

    #7. Pho Dac Biet (Tai, Chin, Gan, Sach and Bo Vien) #35. Com Tam Bi, Cha, Suon Bo Dai Han, Tau Hu Ky and Tom Nuong
    Nancy J.

    We ordered the Special Combination Pho and the Special Combo Rice Platter. The pho had a clear light broth that was tasty. Rice noodles cooked well. I did think the meat portion was quite skimpy despite ordering a large size pho. The combo rice platter was a nice way to try a bit of everything. The short ribs were tender. Came with a hearty broth as well. Food came out super fast and the servers were nice. Good place for takeout as well. Giving it 4 stars since you can get more meat for your buck elsewhere! Would be open to coming back if I'm in the area.

    High school special portion of #46. Com Bo Luc Lac
    Ali I.

    Saigon dish is my fav Viet spot hands down. Everything is delicious and John, the owner, is just a really cool human. I've been coming here for like maybe 15 years and he always remembers me (which shocked me because I've gone years between seeing him with different hair blue,shaved head, blonde, brown lol). Sucks I don't live close by anymore or I'd frequent this place. Their egg rolls, spring rolls, pho and bun are all good. I like their high school special if I'm craving a rice dish and soup.

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    One of the saddest banh mi I have ever purchased. A measly slice of protein in the whole sandwich and for $9, ridiculous.

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    Yes. Highly recommended. Have been here before. Amazing food. A lot of different varieties

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    Ask the Community - Saigon Dish

    Do you guys offer party tray options (ie can I order 40 egg rolls ahead of time)?

    Yes absolutely. Just give me a couple hours advance notice. We’re currently closed and will reopen Monday Aug. 5

    Do they take apple pay?

    We accept most majot types of payment including Apple Pay. We also offer 5% discount for CASH payments. The only thing we don’t take is EBT

    What is the "low carb option", what do they give you, I cannot find any description. Do they just not give you rice or is there veg or salad instead?

    When following a specific diet, individuals are typically aware of what they can and cannot consume. In the case of a 'low carb' diet, there might not be specific descriptions since it can be customized based on personal preferences. I would suggest… 

    As of April 5, 2021 does saigon dish have outdoor dining? do they take reservations?

    Yes both outdoor and indoor dining areas are available. You can make reservations if you want to but you don't have to.

    What type of fish do they use?

    It's Catfish.

    Do they have heat lamps outside?

    I was there last week and they did not have heat lamps. The pho warmed me up!

    Does Pho here have MSG?

    MSG syndrome is a debunked racist anti-Asian myth used against Asian restaurants. Sadly, racist marketing was so effective it's still around even if there's no scientific support.

    What items do not have nuts?

    Most items do no have nuts since I have a peanut allergy myself. Peanuts are usually added as a topping at the end of food preparation so you can always tell the server to leave it out. Just stay away from the peanut dipping sauce for the spring… 

    Is their pho gluten free?

    Our pho is 100% gluten free but just don't add the hoisin( dark bottle) sauce

    Will Saigon Dish do separate checks?

    Yes, just tell them at the counter what your part was. They ring you up by table number.

    Is there anything vegan?

    As Paulina and Art have said, there's a vegetarian section on the menu and #49 (vegetables with pho in vegetable broth) appears to be vegan.

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    Spoon House Bakery & Restaurant

    Spoon House Bakery & Restaurant

    4.1
    (1.6k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    One of my favorite Japanese/Italian pasta shops to go to in the South Bay. They have a large amount…read moreof selections for pastas. The most popular and recommended is the #34. I liked the following pastas: #34 hot garlic with seasoned mushrooms Mushroom & sea urchin/uni Japanese style clam sauce with shiitake & shimeji mushrooms Japanese cod roe with sea urchin/uni, squid & seaweed I also love their $1 salad which can't be beat in pricing. Their overall pricing for the pastas are great. The staff is very friendly and this place can get very busy during peak meal times. So when it's busy, sometimes the orders will come out a bit slower. The vibe is just casual/busy dining where if you have a seat at the bar section, you can see the chefs making the pastas or other dishes.

    I've heard so much about Spoon House and I'm so happy to finally try it! I went with my friend on a…read moreSunday evening and was able to be seated right away. Spoon House is known for their Japanese-style pastas, so we got the Japanese-style clam sauce with mushrooms as well as the Japanese-style cod-roe and butter sauce with squid and uni. I was really impressed with how clean the flavors of both pastas were! I ate so much and never felt overwhelmed as I usually do with pastas. The seafood also tasted really fresh and the squid was buttery soft and not chewy or tough. They also have $1 salads which had a tasty, classic Japanese dressing and fresh greens. You just can't find any food for $1 these days, so the $1 pricepoint was really surprising! I also love that they gave a huge serving of bread and butter as an appetizer. The staff was super kind and accommodating, and the restaurant is very cute and retro. They have a small parking lot in the back, as well as easy street parking. Overall, I'm already really looking forward to coming back here and trying more of their dishes. Or getting the same thing because it was just that good!

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    Japanese style clam sauce with mushroom
    Japanese style clam sauce with mushroom
    Japanese Style Clam Sauce Shiitake & Shimeji mushrooms

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    Bowl Thai

    Bowl Thai

    4.3
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Located in the inside corner of a busy plaza, there is a parking lot here but it gets full pretty…read morequickly. I believe Bowl Thai is one of three restaurants started by the same owners. Bowl Thai is the original location, and their other two locations, Sweet Rice and Bowl Thai Grill, are just a couple blocks away. I've been to both and they were both fantastic, so I wanted to try out the original Bowl Thai. Like the other two restaurants, Bowl Thai has similar decor with simple and clean furniture. Order first at the counter, then you're given a cup for self-serve water. The self serve station also has napkins and utensils. Then, it's free seating and the food is brought to you, freshly made to order and pretty quickly, I might add. I had the Tom Yumm Soup with chicken (default is medium spicy). It was a huge serving in very large bowl. It came with a bowl of white rice. The flavors were rich and aromatic, a great mixture of beach mushrooms, lemongrass, lime, and chili. I also had their Thai Iced Tea, perfectly creamy and refreshing. The service was great, friendly, fast, and checked on me during the meal to make sure I had everything I needed.

    Absolutely delicious soups! Had a great experience dining at this small but great location…read more The place is not going to wow you with its decorations but it has great service and great food! We tried the Boat House Noodle Soup and seafood Hot pot. The broth for the beef soup was rich and deep. It almost had a sweetness to it even though it was pretty spicy. Great combination. And the seafood was sour and spicy, with a great light flavor to it. You've gotta try both of these! The parking situation is not great on weekends because there are several popular restaurants in this place but it's so worth it!!

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    Beef Sate with fried rice! Delicious!!!
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    Azuma Japanese Restaurant

    Azuma Japanese Restaurant

    4.3
    (1.3k reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Last night in Gardena and found this restaurant on Yelp. Ordered the Tempura and Beef Teriyaki…read morecombo and was not disappointed! Tempura consisted of shrimp (2), onion, pumpkin, zucchini, bean, and bell pepper. The beef teriyaki was the star! Steak was so tender that you could cut it with a fork and was cooked perfectly!!! Will for sure go again next time we're in Gardena!!! Thank you!!!

    Azuma in Gardena is one of those places where I already know what I'm ordering before I even sit…read moredown. The teriyaki beef dinner is my must have every time, and it has yet to disappoint. I always order the beef medium rare, and they consistently get the temperature right. That reliability honestly stands out to me because I have been to actual steak restaurants where the doneness can be hit or miss. At Azuma, I can confidently ask for medium rare and trust that it will come out exactly that way without having to order it rarer just to compensate. The teriyaki sauce is also really well balanced. It has enough sweetness to give you that classic teriyaki flavor without becoming overly sugary or masking the taste of the beef. One of my favorite parts of the meal is actually toward the end, when the white rice has soaked up both the teriyaki sauce and the savory juices from the steak. Mixing everything together makes even the remaining rice incredibly flavorful. The macaroni salad is another pleasant surprise. I'm normally not much of a macaroni salad person, but theirs is one I actually enjoy and willingly finish. Add a little of the teriyaki sauce to it and it gets even better. The shrimp fried rice is also worth ordering. They are very generous with the shrimp, and these are actually large, substantial pieces rather than the tiny shrimp you often see tossed into fried rice. The rice is mixed with egg and green onions as well, making it savory, satisfying, and substantial enough to enjoy on its own. Overall, Azuma continues to be a reliable favorite for me. The perfectly cooked teriyaki beef is easily the star, but the balanced sauce, solid sides, and generous shrimp fried rice make the whole meal satisfying. At this point, ordering the teriyaki beef dinner here is less of a decision and more of a tradition.

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    Busy during lunch
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    Bossa Nova Brazilian Cuisine

    Bossa Nova Brazilian Cuisine

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Discovered this hidden gem just off busy Hawthorne Blvd. The restaurant doesn't have very large…read moresignage, so you have to pay close attention or you might drive right past it, but it's absolutely worth finding. The décor has a warm, rustic charm that immediately made us feel comfortable. The staff was outstanding from start to finish. Courteous, friendly, and very attentive without being overbearing. For our appetizer, we ordered the Burrata & Fig (I forgot to take a picture!). It was the perfect size for two people to share and was beautifully presented on a wooden board with fresh bread, arugula, creamy burrata, and a delicious fig spread. Every bite was fantastic. For our entrées, I ordered the pepperoni pizza and added extra pepperoni and extra cheese since I'm a huge fan of both. My husband had the Al Pesto with chicken. Both dishes were exceptional and packed with flavor. You can tell they use quality ingredients, and everything tasted fresh. The portions were very generous, we couldn't finish our meals and happily took the leftovers home. Of course, we couldn't leave without trying dessert! I ordered the Chocolate Grande Cake, and my husband got the Chocolate Carrot Cake. Even though we were stuffed, we took them to go, and I'm so glad we did. They were incredibly rich, moist, and delicious. We were definitely in chocolate heaven! Our bill came to about $120 before tip, which included the appetizer, two entrées, and two desserts. Considering the generous portions, excellent service, and overall quality of the food, I thought it was well worth it. From the food and service to the atmosphere, Bossa Nova Brazilian Cuisine exceeded our expectations. We were so impressed that we'll definitely be back to explore more of the menu. If you're looking for a cozy restaurant with delicious food, generous portions, and outstanding service, I highly recommend giving this place a try. It definitely deserves all 5 stars!

    Bossa Nova deserves 5 stars…read more I came here with a group of 10 people, and even with that many, we were seated in about 30 to 45 minutes. I thought that was very reasonable. The service was excellent throughout. Our server was attentive, friendly, and managed our large group without a hitch. I originally planned to order one of the salmon bowls, but a friend pointed out that all the chicken is certified halal. That changed my mind, and I ordered the Grilled Chicken on Fire (Cajun) instead. This is a big plus for the Muslim community in the area. It's not always easy to find restaurants with certified halal options, so I really appreciate that Bossa Nova offers them. I have already recommended this place to several friends, and they will definitely check it out. For my sides, I chose the roasted vegetables, sweet potato fries, and plantains. Everything was delicious. The Cajun seasoned chicken was juicy, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The sweet potato fries were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The plantains were fried perfectly, with just the right amount of sweetness, and the roasted vegetables complemented everything nicely. I also ordered a Guaraná Zero, which added a nice touch to the meal and is something you don't find at many places. I really enjoyed the atmosphere too. They had the FIFA World Cup playing on the TVs, so it was fun to watch the matches while having dinner with friends. Overall, this was a fantastic experience. Great food, excellent service, halal options, and a fun atmosphere. I will definitely be back.

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    French fries, cheese, bread, and fried yucca also came with the Brazilian barbecue meal for two.
    French fries, cheese, bread, and fried yucca also came with the Brazilian barbecue meal for two.
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    Pho Hue Oi

    Pho Hue Oi

    3.8
    (887 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    i've been on the hunt for a good viet spot around my area, so i stopped by here around 4:45 pm on a…read moreTuesday! there is a good amount of seating, and it definitely gets more crowded by 5:45 ish. i like the clean layout/lighting, and the servers were very kind and helpful. bun bo hue dac biet: 4.5/5. i ordered this without the blood pudding. the broth doesn't come spicy to make it more palatable, so i added a decent amount of chili oil. i also like my bun bo hue very flavorful, so i wish they had some mắm tôm (vietnamese shrimp paste) on the side to add in addition to the chili oil. the servers let me know that they have it available at their fountain valley location! overall it was good portion size and was good flavor after the chili oil! thai tea: 5/5 - the tea flavor in this drink was strong and definitely not watered down, it also comes in a good size.

    I had the pho special & the grilled pork banh mi…read more The broth for the pho is amazing just by itself and doesn't need any additional seasoning. The grilled pork banh mi was perfection, the bread was soft and they don't cheap you out on meat or veggies!

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