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Saigon Dish

4.5 (2.8k reviews)
ModerateVietnamese, Noodles, Soup
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46B. High School Special - beef rice
Jason G.

I've been to many pho places and this was just ok for me. Tried the high school special with beef pho and beef rice. Portions were smaller than expected and beef was average texture/taste. The chicken porridge I was especially not a fan of and is not anywhere as good as Filipino or Chinese porridge. Too sweet, too many onions, the rice is hard and cut small. Service was friendly but inattentive. After they drop off your food they dont check on you anymore. Overall 3 stars.

#11 Tai Chin Nac (Lean Steak and Brisket), regular size, $11
Jen E.

YUMMM. My brother took me here for lunch last week told stories of how he's been coming here for years, even when it required a commute from his El Segundo office for lunch back in the day. In just this first experience, I ould already see why. We went for a very late lunch (close to 3pm) and the place was still quite busy. The pho here...it just, well HITS. So satisfying - sheer perfection from broth to toppings, I simply can't explain. They offer different sizes, so take consideration especially if you're like me and wanted to also try an appetizer (cha gio/egg rolls) or add toppings (meatballs), as I got full fast, and in hindsight could have done with the 'Small' over 'Regular,' considering. Vietnamese coffee was also fantastic - the rocket fuel I needed, and served in a to-go cup which ended up being exactly what I did.

#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!

Coconut water and Pho filet mignon
Kristal G.

It was pho-nomenal, so flavorful! My friend ordered their vegetarian pho with veggie broth and loved it. I ordered the pho filet mignon and highly recommend it!

#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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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

#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.

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25 days ago

Food is absolutely delicious!! The service was wonderful. Will definitely be eating here again!!

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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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7 months ago

Delicious food great prices fast service. I've been coming to this place for years and once you try it, you will too.

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5 months ago

Food amazing, fast delivery, clean, always packed but line goes quickly, the service is excellent

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Best pho in the area. Quick service and short wait even when they are busy. Their beef broth is the best.

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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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Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen - Gardena - Set G (chicken bowl not shown)

Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen - Gardena

4.3(3.8k reviews)
2.3 mi
•$$
Casual dining
30 years in business

The ramen broth is great. I added some chili oil since I prefer my broth a little spicy. The staff…read moreis nice and polite. They greet you with the traditional Japanes greeting, which it's the mood for the dining experience.

10/10 -- We'll Definitely Be Back!…read more I recently tried Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen for the first time with a group of six leaders from my job. One of our coworkers has been coming here for 20 years, so we knew we were in good hands! The menu is EXTENSIVE and can be a little overwhelming for a first-timer, but our waitstaff was amazing--patient, friendly, and happy to help us navigate all the options. And trust me... we ordered! We tried several lunch combos, appetizers, and sides. I had the veggie ramen, and our table also enjoyed the fried green beans, veggie spring rolls, fried rice, and plenty of other goodies. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. What I loved most was the comfortable, no-frills atmosphere. This place has clearly been doing what they do for a long time, and it almost feels like you're eating in Grandma's kitchen--good food, welcoming service, and no need for anything fancy. And PLEASE don't leave without trying the plum wine! We ordered a bottle for the table, and it was delicious. 10/10 for the food, service, and overall experience. Ramen lovers, put this one on your list! We'll definitely be back.

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Tori Karaage ($6.25)

Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen - Gardena - Seaweed salad! Sweet & sour. Refreshing! Gud ^^

Seaweed salad! Sweet & sour. Refreshing! Gud ^^

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Ramen Yamadaya - Yamada ya ramen

Ramen Yamadaya

4.0(1.8k reviews)
2.2 mi•North Torrance
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This is a solid spot for tonkotsu ramen…read more -Yamadaya Tonkotsu: This was solid. The broth was very flavorful, had the perfect level of saltiness, and was the strongest part of this bowl of ramen. Noodles were cooked just right. I thought the pork pieces and egg were fine. -Gyoza with Rice: The gyoza skin had a very nice crispiness.

I'm a bit confused why this place was highly recommended by many when it's not that great…read more The service is really not as friendly as many have mentioned here. Lady didn't seem too happy working there and the place is definitely not kid-friendly. They only had one high chair. She saw us carrying a child when we came in and didn't even ask if we needed a highchair. She didn't even give us a cup of water for the child, nor did she give any utensils like plastic forks, spoons or even a small bowl. I don't know if I'm expecting too much but this is automatically provided at other restaurants I've been to. Got the tsukemen and honestly it's the worst I've had in my life. The chasiu pork is overcooked, yet not overcooked at the same time- if that even makes sense. It wasn't braised enough and the fatty parts weren't even melt in your mouth- it was chewy and extremely difficult to break apart. It also seemed like they just reheated it too much and the edges were curled up. It was also very porky tasting. The noodles weren't exactly cooked properly either- some of the noodles were still undercooked. The egg is really embarrassing to look at. It's a fully cooked egg, not soft-boiled. The dipping sauce was extremely disappointing out of all the tsukemen I've had. It's watery. All the ones I've had are thick broths. They give complimentary green tea ice cream in a small sauce cup but the ice cream is already full of frostbite. It's also super sweet and I can't even tell it's green tea ice cream. Super empty on a weekday- not really understanding why it's highly recommended by others.

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Ramen Yamadaya - R13- Yamadaya Yaki Ramen (chicken)

R13- Yamadaya Yaki Ramen (chicken)

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Spoon House Bakery & Restaurant - Bolognese

Spoon House Bakery & Restaurant

4.1(1.6k reviews)
2.8 mi
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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.

This restaurant is well known for its Japanese-Italian fusion pasta. They seem to be popular with…read morefamilies and the establishment is always packed no matter what time of day! The parking lot can get full, but I've never had an issue with finding a spot. The service is fast which allows the staff to seat you quickly and get customers in and out. They provide complimentary French bread with butter with your food. I like to have veggies with my meal, but I found the salad dressing to be a bit bitter. Their entrees are made using dried pasta and they have a decently sized menu. I have tried different pasta dishes, but I think the tomato and cream bases are my favorite. When I was feeling more adventurous, I tied the mentaiko pasta which I found too fishy for my personal taste.

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Japanese style clam sauce with mushroom

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Bowl Thai - Bowl Thai

Bowl Thai

4.3(1.4k reviews)
2.6 mi
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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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Bowl Thai - Beef Sate with fried rice! Delicious!!!

Beef Sate with fried rice! Delicious!!!

Bowl Thai - Tom Yum with chicken soup! Yuuuuummy!

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Pho Daily - P01. Combo - Rare Steak, Well-done Brisket, Flank, Brisket Point, Tendon, Tripe, and Meatballs

Pho Daily

3.7(1.1k reviews)
2.6 mi
•$$

We've come here maybe 8 times now. We've tried some other pho places in Gardena/Torrance. Idk man…read more 3.7 stars overall sounds fair to me. But it's still my favorite bowl of pho in the South Bay (so far). Disclaimer, I've only ever gotten their pho and nothing else. Their water tastes like they sourced it from a stainless steel bowl. Their silverware needs a wipe down before eating. But their pho is one we come back to. Maybe it's the water and the silverware that help build the flavor. Whatever the recipe is, I'm not asking for it. I don't wanna know. Don't tell me. See you next time. That's it.

My partner and I decided to check this pho spot out in Gardena. The place itself looked…read moreokay...nothing fancy...and there was a surprising amount of Shakira playing in the background , which was honestly kind of funny. Service was quick when we first got there, and they gave us a few minutes to figure out what we wanted. We both decided to keep it simple and ordered the #1. Our food came out pretty quickly... except only ONE bowl showed up. Apparently, the lady taking our order didn't catch that we were both ordering the same thing. She also never came back to check on us or make sure everything was okay, which I found a little odd since that's pretty standard at most restaurants. Eventually, I made eye contact with another waiter and let him know about the mix-up. Overall, the service was pretty mediocre. The restrooms also could've used some attention, they weren't very well kept and were pretty messy. As for the pho itself, I'd give it a solid 6.5/10. It wasn't bad, but it also wasn't as hot as you'd expect a bowl of pho to be, and that definitely took away from it. Now for the question of the hour: Would we come back? Nope.

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Pho Daily - "B" grade?!?!?!   Yikes.

"B" grade?!?!?! Yikes.

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