I stopped by this place while running errands and decided to order their extra-large pho special -- and I'm glad I did. The soup itself is excellent. There's plenty of meat with a variety of beef cuts, some with just the right amount of fat that makes each bite rich and satisfying. The broth is deep, savory, and packed with complex, unfamiliar flavors that signal the real deal. I'd confidently call this Southern California's most authentic pho experience -- on par with what you'd find in the Vietnamese enclaves of Orange County. The fresh veggie plate they serve alongside complements the soup beautifully. Round it out with an iced tea, and you've got a thoroughly satisfying Saturday afternoon meal. Highly recommend for anyone craving a truly authentic bowl. read more

Looking for authentic Vietnamese food? You have to check out Saigon Eden! I started with their signature 12-hour simmered beef phở, and the broth was rich, comforting, and full of flavor. The crispy imperial rolls were perfectly crunchy, the Bún Bò Huế had just the right amount of spice, and the bánh mì, bánh xèo, and cơm tấm with grilled pork and shrimp were all delicious. Every dish tasted fresh and authentic. The restaurant is clean, spacious, the service is fast and friendly, and the portions are generous. If you're craving classic Vietnamese comfort food, Saigon Eden is definitely worth a visit! Bonus: Dine in at their Chino Hills or Alhambra locations and enter for your chance to WIN tickets to see Chris Brown and Usher! Good food, good vibes, and an unforgettable night could be closer than you think. The raffle began on June 15, 2026. read more

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My family has been coming here for years and we've loved it every single time. We just visited recently and I wanted to share our experience. Our server was incredibly helpful with our questions and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was amazing, as always. Items we ordered: Ordered: Summer Rolls Spring Rolls Fried Tofu Charbroiled Pork, Shrimp, and Vermicelli Eden Special w/ oxtail Beef Rib Pho Drinks: Avocado Smoothie Fresh Coconut Everything we had was so flavorful and their vegetables were so fresh. Plenty of parking as well! Lots of tables to bring a large party with you! They're currently raffling off some Chris Brown/Usher tickets so make sure to check out their IG page as well. Overall, I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Saigon Eden - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

Saigon Eden offers a large selection of Vietnamese dishes, making it a great spot whether you're craving pho, rice plates, vermicelli, or specialty items. We started with the rice cakes and pork spring rolls. The rice cakes were soft and delicate, while the spring rolls were packed with fresh vegetables and had a nice balance of textures. The Vietnamese crepe was one of my favorite dishes. The crepe itself was crispy and filled with bean sprouts, shrimp, and pork, creating a flavorful bite with plenty of crunch and freshness. The broken rice plate was another standout. The sweet and savory fish sauce soaked into the rice perfectly, and the assortment of meats was well-seasoned and flavorful. The vermicelli bowl was fresh and satisfying, featuring aromatic lemongrass pork that was beautifully charred. The pho was the highlight of the meal. The broth was rich, fragrant, and full of beef flavor. The noodles maintained a great texture, and the meats were tender. The fall-off-the-bone beef rib was especially impressive and made the bowl feel extra hearty. To finish the meal, they even provided complimentary dessert, which was a nice touch. Service was friendly, portions were generous, and there was plenty of variety on the menu. If you're looking for a Vietnamese restaurant in the Alhambra area with lots of options and solid execution across the board, Saigon Eden is worth checking out. read more

Saigon Eden - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

I got to try Saigon Eden Vietnamese Restaurant the first time. Now it becomes my #1 favorite Vietnamese restaurant. I ordered Bun Tom Thit Nuong Cha Gio lat thit Hei or #84 on menu. I can say that this place made way better than others. First not much lettuce. The combination of noodles and protein (good amount of grilled pork, 3 shrimps, and 1 egg roll) are per balanced. Other restaurants always have a lot of lettuce, bean sprouts, and noodles but less meats. Also order Sam Bo Loung which I thought it's a drink but here it's dessert. The price of the food is affordable. Did not overpriced. Servers are nice and polite. Absolutely will go back to try other dishes...the egg rolls. Seating is comfortable not tight. Have room to breathe. read more

Haven't been here in a while and was really pleasantly surprised on how tasty all the dishes are. I ordered the grilled pork and egg roll bun and it was large enough for my dinner and lunch the next day. We also got the pork chop and egg roll broken rice. The pork chop was perfectly grilled and carmelized. The service was a bit off putting at first since we were not welcomed greeted and had to ask to be seated when there were a lot of employees just standing around. They were actually nice just not highly focused on customer service read more

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I personally thought they were ok. Not a restaurant I'd keep in my regular rotation. I think they've been on the social media promotion band wagon. When we visited this weekend, there was a table with 3 ladies speaking quite loudly and proudly that they were influencers. They had ordered a huge spread across two tables for 3. Needless to say, there were a lot of take out boxes. I don't care for the social media hype. I care about the food and service. Service today was fine. There were several staff members around and it was easy to flag them down whenever we needed something. They also did come around the table occasionally to check on us. Food is where it fell flat. Overall, the food ate heavy and greasy. This is rare since Vietnamese food is often known for it's freshness and healthiness with all the veggies etc. We ordered a pork chop over broken rice with shrimp paste in soy paper. The rice was perfect broken rice, the pork was perfectly seasoned and fried nicely, has some nice lean bites and fatty bites. The problem was with the shrimp paste. It tasted stale and old and hard. It was off putting and really needed the nouc cham to help masks it. Second dish was what I usually order at all Vietnamese restaurants. Grilled pork with vermicelli. The one we got included 2 fried spring rolls (or ja yo). The spring rolls were good, I enjoyed them! The pork was a bit dry. Vermicelli was fine. Veggie mix only had romaine, cucumber, and bean sprouts. No basil or mints. The nouc cham was too bland to fix this dish. We needed more acid. There were too many raw garlic in the sauce that it gave us heartburn. The best thing we had was my ice tea. Simple jasmine tea was nice and thick, not watered down. Very refreshing and comes with refills. They have been here for a long time, and I want them to do well but I can understand why business has been slow of there are way better options out there right now. read more

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This is a solid Vietnamese food restaurant. The service was quick and the food came out fast. I got an order of the pho with well cooked beef (#25) and an order of the spring rolls which came with a peanut dipping sauce. The sauce really elevated the spring rolls, which was fresh and delicious! read more

Saigon Eden - Pho with well cooked beef - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Went again and found that they keep adding more to their menu when the menu is already more than 10 pages Staff is very attentive Love the decor. So relaxing here Food is made fresh and played nicely read more

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I've been here for Vietnamese pho before and thought it was just okay, but after coming back with friends, it was a disappointment. The beef stew served with a French roll was the worst dish we tried. The meat was tough, and the broth was thin like a soup. We expected it to be thicker--more like a sauce for dipping the bread. We also ordered the oxtail pho, and it came with a lot of excess fat that hadn't been trimmed. My friend had to spend quite a bit of time removing it before eating. My pho with rare beef, brisket, and tendon was fine, which is probably why I didn't think much of the place before. But after trying more of their specialty dishes, it's clear they struggle beyond basic pho options. One positive is that they are generous with the meat portions. Overall, not a place I'd return to, and my friends felt the same. read more

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I ordered a thit nuong (charbroiled beef) with rice, my beef did not taste like charbroiled beef. To be fair, I knew it was going to be off when I saw it come out, but I was too nervous to double check to see if it was actually the correct order. The color did not look like how the beef is usually cooked, nor did it have the same taste, and the cut was a bit thick. It felt like they gave me pho meat and grilled it. My friend had the pork chop and we shared an order of egg rolls, and that tasted okay! Everything was on the more affordable side compared to other Vietnamese restaurants these days. But I think you get what you pay for. read more

Saigon Eden - Charbroiled beef with rice - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

I liked it. With this rainy weather I was craving some pho and this place hit the spot. Came in on a packed Friday night. Inside is simple with a good amount of seating. It's a good place for small groups. I got the #19 ribeye beef. It was good! My friend got the udon noodles and they liked it. E also shared some yummy house rolls. They also have rice dishes. Would definitely come back to try more. Service was good. Efficient staff. There's parking lots within a block or two. read more

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I've been here several times and the Pho Tai has been consistently great. Saigon Eden, both the Alhambra and SG locations, is certainly my go-to for affordable and fulfilling Pho. read more

Saigon Eden - Pho Tai - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

There's lots of plaza and structure parking nearby. There's a front and back entrance. It's a great place for large groups with lots of seating. The staff are really friendly and quick. You'll definitely get a good portion of food for the price. I barely was able to make a dent on my plate. The rice was good. The imperial roll was really crispy and hot inside. I really enjoyed it. The garlic green beans were super tasty. read more

Saigon Eden - Garlicgreen beans - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

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From eating here and reading the other reviews written, I'm wondering if we are at the same Saigon Eden lol. The spring rolls crispy and absolutely delicious w the dipping sauce. Would def come back to order just that. The pho though... the noodles were all stuck together and didn't taste like fresh noods. The meats for the beef rib and the oxtail were not tender and didn't fall off the bones. Again, didn't taste fresh. We left a lot of food on the table bc it really was not good at all. I hate wasting food but I just couldn't. 1 star for the phos. Service was quick and fast granted we came on a weekday around 4pm. There were only like 3 other tables. Parking structure is literally behind the restaurant like a quick little walk away. Otherwise you can street park also. read more

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Have come here quite a few times over the years and it's a solid pho place. Usually quick with no wait and a wide selection of Vietnamese food. Good for small or large groups Food 9/10 Their pho is delicious. Nothing above average, but it's consistent and flavorful with tender meat and fresh garnish. We asked for some extra limes and they gave us a whole bowl full of them which was perfect for me and my group as everyone loves limes to flavor their pho broth. Their che ba mau dessert was pretty good, but wasn't cold enough or didn't have enough ice causing it to become warm fast. Their warm sago dessert though was so comforting, not too sweet, and the perfect way to end the meal. Service 10/10 Attentive, quick, and cheerful staff! Atmosphere/aesthetic Clean and modern interior aesthetic. In a great location with a parking garage nearby and lots of other restaurants, cafes, boba shops, dessert places, and stores close by. A safe area to walk around after a meal. Will continue to come back here! read more

Saigon Eden - Pho and Che Ba Mau - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

Delicious rich authentic broth. The bun rieu is rich and has depth of flavor and they let you choose the kind of noodles you like inside. I got glass noodles instead of rice noodles. The prices are super affordable in this economy. Definitely a no frills place but you'll get good home cookin read more

Saigon Eden - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

There are a plethora of restaurants to try in South Garfield and each of them stand on their own. Whether you're in the mood for Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, or American, this street has it all. To that end, for any restaurant to survive, they must be competitive and exceptional. Saigon Eden is no exception to that rule. The storefront is quite large. Sporting two dining rooms that are separated by a single connecting wall, this restaurant has large windows in the front that show off its interior design. There is ample parking in the back (be sure to drive a little slow or you'll miss the entrance to the parking lot) and plenty of seats to accommodate even the busiest hours. The decor is well done! Their menu is well organized: each page is dedicated to variations of a specific type of dish. Pho, dry noodle dishes, rice dishes, and appetizers are listed on a menu that is well made and resistant to wear and tear. I had the pork hock and crab pho while my date had their combination pho. The flavor of their broths was distinct and unlike any other Vietnamese restaurant I've been to...and I've tried many. The small portion is more than enough. However, for a few dollars more, you can upgrade most dishes to large. I say "most" because not all dishes can be enlarged; mine couldn't be and I was fine with that. The service is quick and courteous. We came on a Wednesday evening and one of their dining rooms was full. This wasn't an issue since their second dining room was mostly empty. We were seated upon arrival with no reservations made. Our waiter promptly took our order and removed our menus from the table. Food came out 5 minutes later and we enjoyed it quite a lot. Their accoutrements were verdant and crisp, I added plenty of herbs and bean sprouts to my pho. Would definitely come back to try other dishes. I was torn between my pork hock/crab dish and Bon Rieu. Next time, I'll definitely give the Bon Rieu a try! read more

I haven't been here since the days this place use to be called PHO 79. I remember falling in love with the charbroiled pork PHO and I'm so happy they still have it! CHARBROILED PORK PHO: 5/5 The broth is out of this world! Smokiness from the charbroiled pork enhances the broth to the NEXT LEVEL! SERVICE: A++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Everyone was so welcoming with lovely SMILES on their faces and the waitress was so patient with our order. You don't feel rushed here instead they make you feel comfortable like HOME. PARKING: I had to park on level 5 because we came during RUSH HOUR on a Saturday night evening. ROCK ON SAIGON EDEN!!!!!!! read more

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The food was delicious. the broth was piping hot which allowed the meats to cook very quickly. food came quickly and they checked on us as well. it took a bit to get refills which we both didn't mind however one thing to note. only certain drinks allow refills as well as they charge $1 per person for hot tea as stated on the menu. the restaurant was quite big which was surprising but overall looks nice. 10/10 would visit again read more

Saigon Eden - imperial rolls pho kobe pho ribeye - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

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The pho was so amazing here. The broth was very rich and savory. The food came out pretty quick. The service was really good. I wanted to try the eggroll. It looked really good too. The portions are very filling. The prices are really good too, and the ambience is pretty quiet a nice four dining with your friends or date. read more

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I loved Saigon Eden, but I won't be coming back to this location in Alhambra any time soon . The food is not as good as their San Gabriel location on Las Tunas. From lukewarm pho broth to dripping wet vegetables/herbs served on the same plate as pipping hot egg rolls, the overall meal was not appetizing. Highly disappointed. read more

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I'm a big fan of the tasty broth and meat quality in their pho. Regarding their beef rib pho, the beef ribs were so tender, juicy, and flavorful. These were possibly the best beef ribs I've ever had with a bowl of pho. The meat in their house special pho was great and high quality as well. The pho broth here might not be as good as the top pho places in OC but is still really tasty. read more

Saigon Eden - Beef Rib Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

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Cozy Vietnamese restaurant with very friendly staff (they do speak English but you'll get brownie points if you're able to communicate with them in Vietnamese!)! I ordered a Bun Cha Ha Noi and it was fun to wrap all the ingredients together in the lettuce leaves! The meat was very flavorful as well, and the dish perfect for a warm day. My friends all got various pho dishes (Pho Tai, Pho Xe Lua, Pho Chin) and they seemed to enjoy them! We got a complimentary mung bean Che with tapioca pearls at the very end as well! read more

Lots of parking just across the street in the Sprouts plaza! The menu is very extensive and easy to order from, with a numbering system and English descriptions of each food. The server was great, we got treated to a little song when he brought out our plates! read more

This has quickly become one of my favorite pho spots. It's lowkey and straightforward and you get excellent food very quickly at a reasonable price. The staff is very eager and sweet and the move efficiently. I got the Pho Kobe and the meat is so tender, broth is rich and comforting. My boyfriend got the Bun Tom Thit Nuong and I got to steal a few bites, the pork and egg rolls in fish sauce were so delicious. The Thai tea is not super sweet or concentrated compared to others that I've had admittedly. The last time I came here I got the Vietnamese iced coffee and they serve it with a phin, it was sooo good I'll prob order that again next time. Parking was fine, but can be challenging, there are a couple of parking lots in the area, but sometimes they've been full. If you go on a weekday/Saturday, you can maybe try parking at the library ;) read more

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The pho is a 2/5. First, the herbs. The cilantro and basil were old and wilted. I got the rare steak pho but the slices were more well done because of how dry it was. Noodles were stuck together and overcooked. Best part about it was probably the price, which was $12 for a medium size, considering most pho goes for about $16 nowadays. The vermicelli bowls were a bit better. The vegetables were fresher and the charbroiled beef wasn't too overcooked. The egg roll was nice and crispy. The fish sauce had a lot of flavor. If I ever come back, I'd probably get this over the pho. I guess it just depends on what you get because their menu is very extensive. They gave free dessert at the end which was a sago soup that wasn't too sweet. read more

For the amount of food they give you the price is super reasonable here. Pho is good here and they give you free dessert but the parking is not really convenient. The only con here! read more

The Pho was good but I did not liked the rice plate of grilled pork with baked egg. The pork and baked egg were kind of dry. read more

Saigon Eden - Grilled pork with baked egg over rice. - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

This is our favorite Vietnamese place in the 626. The service is exceptional and our tummies always leave satisfied every time we dine here! We always order their pho (with meat on the side so it doesn't get overcooked), their charbroiled beef rice plate combo (w/ imperial rolls and the egg with the minced meat & vermicelli wrapped in bean curd). Their bun rieu is delicious too. I love that you can order a half order of the imperial rolls because as an appetizer they give you a lot! I was curious about the pennywort drink once and they were kind enough to give me a sample to try. Not my cup of tea but I can see why people like it! Shoutout to Thomas for being so sweet and attentive! We look forward to seeing him whenever we dine in! read more

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Loved this spot! Large indoor dining area, with a smaller open air patio outside. Service was quick and our food came out pretty quickly. Had a banh mi and it was amazing! The bread was so good - crisp on the outside and soft inside. The pork was so well cooked. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more of their dishes! read more

We've been coming here for years. My kids love it so that's a plus! One of the servers is so nice, he sings when he brings your food. They have free tapioca dessert which is so good. We order rare steak pho most of the time. The imperial rolls are also very good. It has a calm atmosphere which I like. read more

"4+". Always Return. Order Pho Kobe + Extra Kobe + Extra Tendon , Pho Xe Lua + Extra Ribeye , Bo Luc Lac , Com Thit Nuong (Charboiled Pork Over Rice) , Cha Gio. Very Delicious. read more

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the food is pretty goodand the manager\owner has great attitude. Unfortunate, as of 2026, there is one waiter (young man with spectacles) who is terrible. 2 weeks ago, I asked to confirmed my to-go order and he coulndn t do it. Last night, I asked for some fish sauce and he asked me, "what for?" I mean, everything else is fine here, except him....if the get rid of him, i will add a star read more

Of the many pho places I've had in San Gabriel/Alhambra area, I can definitely say Saigon Eden is a safe bet. There's no frills, just solid pho. I was famished from running and pho is my go to. The salty broth, rice noodles and beef slices are all what my body needs to replenish electrolytes, carbs and protein. I usually order extra noodles, because I need the extra calories. The pho definitely is a good size and was satisfying. Will come back again. read more

I do like that they have small size bowls so I don't have to carb load too hard on bún. Classic pho tai is solid n typical

Had a delightful dining experience on a Thursday evening at 5:30 PM! Meeting my friend for a catch-up date after a few months, and this place was perfect for it. Ample seating, friendly and attentive staff. The waitress, anticipating well, suggested hot tea as soon as she seated me (I arrived first). The tea was fantastic--I regret not asking for the name to recreate it at home! I ordered veggie pho with tofu, and my friend had beef pho with clams. They never rushed us, and we spent a leisurely 1.5 hours chatting, with refills of the excellent tea. Great service, atmosphere, and a perfect spot for catching up. Will definitely return! Parking available at the back entrance, and the clean bathroom stalls are a plus. read more

Saigon Eden - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

Authentic Vietnam food with lots of variety! The Vietnamese coffee is soooo tasty you can get it any time of day. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. They added lots of plants to make it feel like Eden. They have tvs that air the games too read more

I was originally going to go to Golden Deli for their Banh Hoi, but the wait was over an hour. So, I decided to check out Saigon Eden, which is about a 10-minute drive from Golden Deli. Parking was a nightmare at 7 p.m. on a Friday night, but the food was amazing! I got the Banh Hoi with charbroiled beef and imperial rolls. I love this dish because it comes with tiny vermicelli noodles and a lettuce leaf to wrap everything together. It's super filling and only cost $14! You can't beat the price. They also serve a complimentary mung bean dessert at the end of the meal. So delicious! read more

Saigon Eden - Banh Hoi with charbroiled beef and imperial rolls $14! - Vietnamese Near Me - Alhambra, California

Sad because we used to love this place but I just saw news that there was a roach infestation here so they're closed right now. We won't be going back. Instagram @lacountyhealthinspector read more