I'm always craving pho from Saigon, literally all the time. Always consistently good. I get the combination pho, and my boyfriend loves the pineapple fried rice. We share a sampler platter because we can never decide at app we want, it has a little bit of everything. We love the chili oil on EVERYTHING. Portions are large, great for family style or for a second meal. Staff is friendly. And the place is beautiful. Saigon recently got a face lift, but same delicious foood! read more

Saigon Noodle House - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

It's definitely been a while since we've been here... it looks completely different! I was kinda bummed out by the lack of trees, they used to have so many! The new renovations look fantastic though, definitely feels elevated in terms of aesthetic and vibe. The portions are still so big and the food is absolutely delicious. They have pretty good service and even have dessert! We came to celebrate a birthday and enjoyed the meal together. We did miss the old fish tank too though. read more

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To start off, the food was great. The busser/expo man was super nice and helpful. On the other hand, our server, woman with a mask, was super rude, not attentive, and ignoring us almost on purpose. We had to ask for water multiple times and she ignored. We did not get the plate of veggies that come with the pho originally and when we asked for it she was not nice about giving it to us at all. All in all, I usually love this place but the service today really killed the vibe for us. read more

honestly a little nervous to try pho in goleta, it's not known to have the best asian food, but i was surprised at this pho place! i got number 7, which was the brisket pho, and i normally am not a meat person but i absolutely loved the brisket !! the broth was a little salty but it was just how i liked it, and i definitely will come back. i would definitely reccomend please check this place out !! read more

I got the tai pho and the noodles were a little on the overcooked side but the broth had good flavor. The service was ok, took awhile for server to take my order but once my order was placed, I received my order in less than 5 minutes. The interior is a bit outdated and the booth seats need some upholstery done since they are torn, there was no soap in the bathroom. read more

Saigon Noodle House - Tai pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

Actual updated menu. The menu that shows on the photos is old and not Updated. The prices are different from online as well read more

Saigon Noodle House - Actual updated menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

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Come here often for reliable, well-priced Vietnamese food. The pho and vermicelli are consistently solid--nothing mind-blowing, but definitely above average for the area. The coffee and tea are good, though a bit overpriced compared to everything else on the menu. Overall, a dependable spot for a satisfying meal. read more

Food is good, nice and very clean place but what I love the most is the service!!! I believe her name is Sonya. She always smiles and very polite. Super fast on her feet just by sitting and looking at her working I just get tried Hahahhaha. read more

Food was ok. Staff were friendly. Located in the same plaza as Target and a few other retail shops. It wasn't super busy but there were a few customers. read more

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Saigon Noodle House; Goleta, CA Ordered: Special Combination Pho Bún (Vermicelli) Chicken fried rice Review: As soon as you step into the doors, there is a sign that says to take a menu from the basket & take a seat wherever you want. I appreciate being able to choose our own seats, but the menus are printed on regular paper & tri-folded. Most menus have gotten wet & are wrinkly and/or stained. That should have been the first red flag... Special Combination Pho- The pho was very underwhelming. The broth came out dark, which indicates that they leave the pho spice bag way too long in the pot before taking it out. The broth tasted heavily of spices, particularly cinnamon, which overpowered the beef flavor of the broth (you couldn't taste the beef flavoring at all). They only give you a small pinch of bean sprout, 1 basil stem, & 2 thin slices of jalapeños. The size regular ($15) is really small compared to other places, so I recommend just getting the large ($16) for $1 extra if you truly wanted to give the pho a chance. Rating: 2/10. Bún (Vermicelli)- The bowl first came out visually appetizing. I poured the chili sauce that came with the bún into the bowl & as I was mixing the sauce into the bún, I noticed the oil from the meat that was under all the veggies. After incorporating the sauce into the bún, the whole bowl became oily & there was no flavor to the bowl whatsoever. I also specifically asked the server for no bean sprout & they served us the bowl with bean sprout. There was no attention to detail at all. Additionally, the sauce bowl was cracked from top to bottom (picture attached), so sauce was spilling all over the table. Rating: 2/10. Chicken fried rice- The fried rice came at a good portion size with enough pieces of chicken in it. The only thing I would say they could do better is with the seasoning- the fried rice was on the saltier side. Although they do serve it with a side of their pho broth with 4 pieces of small, cubed tofu in it, the broth is overpowered by the strong cinnamon flavoring & it does not pair well with the salty fried rice. Rating: 4/10. Overall, I would not return to Saigon Noodle House. The food is below average, the staff's attention to customer's requests go unnoticed, & it left a bad taste in our mouth (no pun intended). read more

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The pho was not bad but considering I've been to pho places that have unlimited pho noodles with the same price or cheaper, I can't give this place a 5 star. read more

I'm Vietnamese. I've tried it several times. Not authentic. Mediocre. I got 2 eggrolls for $8 to go. Came with 2 pieces of limp warm lettuce. No cilantro. If you must have Vietnamese, go to Phamous Cafe or Noodle City in Santa Barbara. read more

Cheap food, but you get what you pay for. The menus are these really old pieces of paper which can't be that sanitary? Flavor was ok, felt that the meat was a bit over cooked. The vegetables in the vermicelli bowl also weren't very fresh. read more

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brisket pho made me and my friend so sick I threw up and felt nauseous. Will not be eating there again.

Great in person ! nice and small spot , Wouldn't recommend ordering over uber eats ! Gets a little confusing plus portions are slightly smaller !! read more

Best pho in the area. I had some coworkers that swore by noodle house in old town but I think this is way better. The broth is better and you get way more meat. Service is always very quick and they are always moving fast to make sure everyone is taken care of. It has a nice casual ambiance great for noodles on cold days. read more

Best service and ambiance for pho restaurant in Goleta! Pho itself tastes great as well.

Came to Saigon Noodle House on a whim after craving pho--and it totally hit the spot. The food was delicious, came out fast, and warmed us up perfectly on a cold day. Despite how busy they were, the staff was kind, attentive, and checked in on us several times. The vibe was lively but welcoming. And their Vietnamese coffee? One of the best we've had--smooth, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. This place is a must if you're in Goleta and craving something comforting and flavorful. read more

Best Pho in town. Generous servings. Shrimp pho had more than double the shrimp of a rival's pho less than 1/2 mile away. The rice plates were enormous and the beef very tender and flavorful. No harmful plastic containers for dine in which is thoughtful. Waitress shot a wad of napkin basketball style into waste basket - bonus points for us as a basketball family :) read more

Super fresh spring rolls - excellent service! Nice family atmosphere. You can never go wrong with pho

Place was packed but the Thai Tea for $5.50 was small at best, 4 gulps and it was gone. The pork spring rolls had hardly any meat in it, not sure if it was an off night, but after paying 80 bucks for three bowls of Pho, 4 spring rolls and a Thai tea, I felt a little sore , probably won't return and will stick to my other Vietnamese noodle place down the street. Also there was 3 small pieces of tendon in the #12, that's not right. Like I said probably an off night but I won't go back. read more

came here with friends a while ago and i think it was just okay. menus are old paper ones which is whatever tbh LOL that isn't a huge problem but maybe could use updating. they also took a while to bus tables i got pho tai here the one time i came and it wasn't outright bad but it wasn't great! i thought the meat was cut kinda thick making it not as pleasant and the broth reminded me of like an instant broth powder cause you could see the particles sinking as i ate it. it's also a bit heavier tasting but if you're into that go for it read more

Yum! My cousin goes to UCSB & said this place was very delicious, so I had to give it a shot. The waitresses are attentive & helpful. The pho is delicious! This is by far the most delicious, richest, and authentic pho I've ever eaten! I got a large Beef & Flank & it was an actual large with loads of noodles & broth! The pricing is awesome for the quantity & quality of this pho! I can't wait until my cousin needs a ride again from SB & I'll just have to make a stop here! :) read more

Saigon Noodle House - Beef & Flak Pho (halfway eaten) - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

Saigon Noodle House is my favorite place to get pho in the SB/Goleta area. The broth and meat is always delicious and noodles cooked perfectly. I'm really not sure why it doesn't get good reviews because I've always really liked it. read more

Saigon Noodle House - Brisket Pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

I am not a big fan of Asian Food, but my daughter and wife love it. Saigon Noodle House is definitely a great place to eat Vietnamese Food and depending of the time of day.... There is no really a time of day, any time and every time are always a good time! The service is not really the best, but it's got my approval. I mean we all have bad days! The ambiance is always calm, except when I am dining with my family there because we are just rowdy, but respectful to others of course. But who Am I to judge, came on in and you decide! Shout out to new Manager "Armand" he is knowledgeable about the dishes and servings from the menu. He always gets my order right! read more

Saigon Noodle House - #9 on the menu Rare meat Noodles - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

Love, love this place! Our faves are their Combination Pho which comes in regular and large sizes. Their egg rolls which comes in either 2 or 4 pieces per order plus their number 34 (Chicken and rice). For the drinks, their milk tea and Vietnamese coffee are our favorites. In terms of customer service, it is warm and friendly especially Anna who warmly greets customers both the regulars and new ones. A homey place with good food. We were told that effective February 8, 2022, they will close every Tuesdays. Just sharing this update, so this place is open all days EXCEPT for Tuesdays starting tomorrow. read more

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My family and I have been going to this restaurant for over 10 years now. Service is always spot on and the food is delicious! My favorite is the beef brisket Pho and the egg rolls are amazing. read more

Decent prices and friendly people. I had the pho with brisket and a Vietnamese iced coffee. The broth was full of flavor, packed with meat, with large portions. The coffee wasn't bad, but not great either. I'm grateful that nobody laughed at my feeble attempts to eat my pho with the little spoon. If I had attempted using the chopsticks I suspect they wouldn't have been able to hold back the laughing and pointing. read more

Saigon Noodle House - Pho with Brisket - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

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Hola yelpers aquí de nuevo dejando una opinión, conocí Saigón noddle hace unos días por tiempos no había podido subir mi reseña, el lugar es bonito solo un poco encerrado, la comida es muy rica (si regresaría a comer de nuevo) solo a mi punto de vista les hace falta tener un poquito de personal ya que dos personas para el Mundo de gente que tenían creo si es necesario. Fuera de eso el lugar es rico, limpio huele muy bien y a pesar de estar muy ocupados para no ser una hora de cenar te reciben y atienden con una gran sonrisa .. Sin mas por el momento Yelpers prueben los Egg rolls están deliciosos con su salsa dulce-picosa read more

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The food was extremely salty! I got Pho Tai ($9.50) and the broth came out very dark and a lot of msg as it made me thirsty. We also got rice with bbq pork and egg loaf ($10.50). It's regular steam rice not broken rice. The meat was not grilled, it was pan fried and really tough. It was salty and so was the egg loaf and fish sauce. I had to squeeze a lot of lemon into my broth. I have to admit that this place was busy. I was also disgusted that they reuse take out paper menus. The bathroom was also dirty and no more hand soup. I hope the employees have another sink that they use because the soap bottle was completely out and someone prior had poured water in to dilute it. Didn't work, it's just all water. read more

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I just want to say this review is for take-out. I came in and ordered at the back register. The guy who took my order was super nice and gave me recommendations. I ordered the #8 Chin, Nam and two sides of noodles for my kids. They packaged everything so well and nothing spilled on the drive home. I appreciated that they separated the noodles, meat, and veggies into one container, broth in another and spicy add-ons in a third. Overall this was a good experience especially for to-go food read more

We came here often for 4 dish:Pho with meatballs+ rare+tendons add bok choy Pork chop and rice Beef shaking with rice( my husband' favor) And Vermicelli noodles dish. Coming home from a long working shift, I was out of mood to cook today. My thumb rule is if my mood is down, I don't try to cook. My mood is set for my good home cooking food or not. The tasty food depends on the good mood of a person who prepares it. The weather was so hot today to think of any hot food or broth food such as Pho in Vietnamese tradition. Therefore my man and I decided to order the same dish tonight. Vermicelli noodle. It is a lukely warm noodle served with bean sprouts, cucumber, shredded iceberg lettuce and grilled pork/beef and grilled shrimp and seasoning fish sauce with daikon carrot pickle.it was yummy . My man added an Eggroll into his dish. As always, the Vermicelli was awesome as I expected, especially on a hot day. Service was alright. read more

Saigon Noodle House - Pork Shirmp Vermicelli noodle - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

I'm honestly quite surprised this place only has 3 stars. Being someone that has eaten Vietnamese food my whole life, this has to be one of the best pho spots in Goleta/ SB. It tastes very authentic and not super whitewashed. The pho had a really deep depth and flavor and was delicious! I recommend getting Pho Tai (rare thin steak) so good! Plus my grandparents loved the food too, and they are even harsher critiques than me. read more

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I love the food and prices here, but unfortunately I suffered food poisoning from eating here on my birthday. The business has since taken the proper steps with the public health department. The manager was very kind to me in dealing with this situation and called to apologize and refund me for my meal and medical expenses. It's extremely unfortunate that this happened but I believe that following the incident they handled it as best they could. Updated this review on 3/26 after speaking with the manager. read more

We love this place!! 1) The Vietnamese ice coffee, ROCKS! 2) I get pho cravings and have to come here!! 3) Food is good and service is fast. 4) When we travel we make a point try pho places in that area/town and it's never as good as this place for us read more

This place is a great hole in the wall, with a nice atmosphere and great service. The pho is fantastic, just a bit too much msg. Besides that i really like it here. PERFECT FOR A COLD read more

Saigon Noodle House - MELON enjoying his pho! - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California

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Broth from pho tastes like its tap water mixed with powder and served warm like top ramen. Not traditional bone or brisket broth. Water you are served is not filtered and tastes like its from a swimming pool read more

I prefer this place over Pho Bistro in IV. This is a family owned business that has great service, friendly workers, and amazing food. Coming on a busy, rainy night, we were quickly seated. It's spacious with a range of booths and tables for families to sit. This restaraunt is located in the shopping center of Target. I ordered a Thai tea and Chicken pho. My friend had the brisket pho. Both amazing choices with a great size for a regular & we were happy with the toppings they had. I highly recommend coming here on cold days, days under the weather, & anytime you're in need of a pho fix! Absolutely love this place. read more

Was really looking forward to going here, hadn't been back to SB for years and was happy to hear Saigon Pho was still there! Don't know if it's because I've had better Pho, but the pho here wasn't as I remembered. The broth used to be the best... real home made broth... the broth today tastes like canned broth with MSG added, My mouth is coated with that MSG after taste. Really disappointed. Great child hood memory burst. Also, I moved the napkin holder aside and was disgusted at the ring of guck that dried it in place. Don't they pick the table items up when they clean off the tables? read more

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Was craving pho with my friends, and I was satisfied!! Seating was comfortable and service was good! read more

Saigon Noodle House - Tai, Nam (Rare steak, well-done flank) - Vietnamese Near Me - Goleta, California