Pretty slow for 3 guys making a simple sandwich. No one ahead of me. 20 minutes to cook up some chicken and add some veggies

Super friendly staff, great flavors and easy parking! I'd recommend the grilled pork ban mí ($8) with some avocado (+$1). You can seat outside (there's some shade and a large fan), they'll bring your food to your table. Water costs $1 read more

The original pork banh mi is unquestionably the best in town. That's the only thing I've tried there, because it is perfection.

Saigon Le Vendeur is definitely one of those hipster joints instead of the more traditional Vietnamese food truck. Because of this, expect to pay a lot more instead of what you are used to for a banh mi sandwich. It's a truck, so there is only outside dining with picnic tables scattered throughout. The patio area was nicely decorated with antiques and interesting knick knacks. Surprisingly the rest room was also very clean. We got the grill pork and combination banh mi. Both tasted fantastic, and maybe even the best in Austin!! One was enough to fill me up. For the price ($7), I wouldn't mind coming here for lunch every once in a while. I'm looking forward to trying the vermicelli next time. Combination- the sandwich contains lots of different meats, a nice thick layer of pate, Vietnamese mayo, and various veggies such as pickled radish and carrots. My favorite thing about it was the pate. One of the better ones in Austin. Grill pork- my favorite sandwich here. The pork was perfectly cooked and thinly sliced. It was flavorable and paired really well with the vegetables. I like to put some simbal or sriracha on top. I also added a fried egg for an extra buck. read more

Saigon On 7th - Grill pork banh mi with egg - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great banh mi. And great Vietnamese iced coffee. You can definitely find cheaper options in Austin but I don't think you can find a better tasting option. (If you do, lmk... I gotta try it!) Note: This is probably not the norm, but the jalapeños were effing spicy the day I went. I picked them out of the sandwich and my poor chapped lips were still feeling it for an hour after I finished. read more

Saigon On 7th - Vietnamese iced coffee to keep you buzzing through your day. - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was visiting Austin and really wanted banh mi, so I turned to yelp. The guys working on the truck were welcoming and super funny, seemed to be really enjoying workin here. I got the classic banh mi with pork and a jasmine ice tea. So. Good. The banh mi was really flavorful, with just a kick of spice. Bread was bomb, not sure if they made it in house but it sure as heck tasted that fresh. read more

Saigon On 7th - Banh mi w pork and jasmine ice tea - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Really good bahn mis and drinks. Decent outdoor area that's shady to sit. Very fresh tasting. Not too authentix

I have to say this place legitly sells one of the best banh mi in town. Crispy exterior and loaded with veggies and meat. The $8-10 price tag might be a little off putting but when you really think about it, other places skimps on the veggies and meats already for a tinier version of the banh mi. Flavors were on point with the pickled veggies and meats. Keep up the good work guys. Might want to consider having an option for a $5 or so banh mi to stay competitive with the nearby Vietnamese restaurants. read more

Saigon On 7th - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

I eat here for lunch all the time. Absolutely love the food. Huge portions and fresh ingredients. It's delicious. It's great for a quick lunch date and they have awesome Vietnamese style iced coffee or fresh coconut water to go with your meal. Wouldn't go in the evening because of the mosquitos (only outdoor seating) and don't ask for any substitutions. read more

Saigon On 7th - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

A great case of Yelp leading me to the right places I havent discovered. I was in the area and saw that the food truck had awesome reviews, even from actual Vietnamese people. They did not disappoint with the food or the service time. I love the little patio outdoor area and the adorable kitten that resides there. Me and my friend did a mini photoshoot because of all the cool statues and background textures. It was such delicious and peaceful and fun experience. :) read more

Saigon On 7th - tofu/seitan vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Might just be the best banh mi I've had. The bread wasn't dry and the fillings are generous. I got the tofu and the pork and thought that there was maybe even too much pork (but I'm not complaining!). Everything was really well balanced- highly recommend! read more

I came here with friends recently and between the báhn mí and the vermicelli, it seems the consensus was that the vermicelli won out over the báhn mí. It's not that the báhn mí was bad, just that between the two, the vermicelli was a bit more substantial. I'd also say their egg rolls win out over their spring rolls. I found their peanut sauce to be a bit too sweet for my liking. I got the grilled pork vermicelli myself and added a fried egg. The vermicelli was pretty good. I wouldn't call it great, but it got the job done. It may not have been enough to bring me back, but I'm glad I tried this truck. They have a nice seating area and the weather was beautiful the day I was here. read more

Saigon On 7th - Grilled Pork Vermicelli - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

I have been on a 14-year long search for authentic bánh mì that truly satisfies my craving. I wish I were exaggerating. None of the phô or vietnamese restaurants I have ever been to sell anything similar to the "OG" cold cuts sub. Thanks to Saigon Le Vendeur, I've finally been able to relive a magical part of my childhood. An ingenious business model: they sling delicious street food out of a bright red shipping container, they're portable if need be, and the seating is gleefully bohemian. There are waste bins each dedicated to trash, organics, and recycling; a hippie's wet dream. (I definitely appreciate the option to help save the planet!) Picnic tables, benches, and chairs are littered throughout the back of the lot. It's oddly welcoming because there is plenty of seating, but seems intrusive to whoever they're sharing the lot with. Make no mistake however, we did not pass up the chance to have the dog pose next to the various buddha and mermaid statues placed haphazardly throughout the yard. My mom raved about the vermicelli plate. The pork bánh mì topped with an egg sent my sister into complete ecstasy. The "OG" bánh mì indulges cuts of cold meat slathered in duck paté and is bursting at the seam with pickled vegetables, jalapeños, and cilantro. The baguette is served warm with an audible and inviting crunch. Before my sister and I headed back to Dallas, we stocked up on these bad boys. No joke. Dedicated to the foodie movement. Peace. -xoxoxo read more

Saigon On 7th - she wants to be a mermaid too - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I cannot recommend this place enough! Yes, it's a food truck but it cannot be missed. My first visit to Saigon Le Vendeur was on a hot July afternoon with my boyfriend. We've had some pretty undesirable banh mí while living in Austin & had sort of given up on the idea of getting good, authentic Vietnamese sandwiches. We walked up to Saigon's trailer & placed our order, where the man who helped us was incredibly friendly & attentive to our needs, even after we'd sat down at a nearby picnic table. After placing our orders for the pork spring rolls & two OG (dac biet) banh mí, we sat & waited, even though we seemed to be the only customers. The anticipation built as we waited. I knew they were preparing our orders fresh. The fellow manning the trailer brought over our orders, a roll of paper towels & Sriracha. Bon appetit! Everything we ate was worth the wait in the 100 degree heat. I can't wait to go back, regardless of the weather. The patê & all the meat on the sandwich tasted fresh & made with love - a true sign of authentic Vietnamese food. I was pleasantly surprised at how much meat was packed into the banh mí. Their portion sizes for the price can't be beat. And the flavors? Perfection. TLDR: this is the best banh mí I've had in Austin. Don't pass it up. read more

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The Banh Mis here are truly excellent and authentic. Just crispy fluffy bread, rich pork, great pate, and a buttload of veggie-filled flavor. The new Ramen noodles are great! The food is already a 5 but the service and ambience are both fives. There's ample patio seating that feels convivial. The staff is great. Portions are huge. Such a great casual dusky dinner. read more

Great banh mi not in Chinatown area of Austin. It's nice to not have to go as far to get my fix. They're very generous hefty sandwiches here, not like other banh mi places. The meat is piled on (thick cold cuts and plenty of grilled pork). Also a lot of pickled veggies...like too much even. There's so much carrot it can be overwhelming so pull some of that out if it's not your thing. There's also a hidden jalepeno in the sandwich so caution if you're afraid of spicy. It's not so much mouth numbing as surprising though. The bread is super crusty and fresh too. All in all great, but a bit expensive for banh mi. Can't complain with the quantity of food though! read more

One of my favorite food truck type locals for several reasons: Customer Service - always friendly staff, high energy, make you feel welcome. Menu - simple yet flavorful choices that will have you salivating at just the memory of it, from their tender marinated cuts of meat, to the fresh crisp veggies. Grilled pork has the nice sweet and savory blend going for it, spicy chicken has a deeper smoky or sun dried spicyness to it, enough to make you swear a bit. Environment - open air eating, but with good seating, and they've done a great job of creating a aura bubble, which makes you forget you're seat d next to a busy road. read more

Might have found my favorite banh mi in Austin. A couple of things that describe their food: fresh and delicious. I got an egg on my grilled pork banh mi. The portion size is good for the $6.25 price. Their vermicelli was also very good. They're definitely spot on with the meat in terms of flavor, amount and freshness. It seems like they've been open for a while, but due to the location, visibility has been off the radar. The parking is small, but there are streets where you can park nearby. The only bad things are the flies! So many flies. The last time I've seen this many were in Cambodia in 100 degree weather! read more

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The og bahn mi was so flavorful it fulfilled my deepest desire about bahn mis...it's a real and intense craving that can only be satisfied by the right layering of pate and various kinds of pork supported by tangy and sweet carrot and radish relish and a generous sprinkling of Maggi sauce. Also, the place comes with its own elderly feline visitor answering to the name of Snowball and despite her mild demeanor is a surprisingly good grifter of loose bits of ham...although she is mainly content with just being a bench companion... anyways the sandwich is what everyone says it it which is fantastic, I rate the cat 11/10 read more

Saigon On 7th - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

This newer trailer popped up on east 7th st. This is a blessing because I work down on the east side and it is very hard to find decent if any Asian food around here. So when I drove by here and saw a Vietnamese coffee and sandwich sign I was naturally very curious! I had to drop all my plans and give it a shot. The 2 people that run this truck are super friendly! I ordered the original (basically a dac biet combo sandwich) with a fried egg. Had all the goodies I want in a banh mi. Vietnamese cold cuts, pâté, lard, pickled carrots, and a fried egg on a baguette. Sandwich came out really fresh and the bread was crisped perfectly. I could have used more pâté but I wasn't going to complain. The runny fried egg was a welcome addition. Overall a very solid choice ...but after adding the fried egg the sandwich ran me 6.99 plus tax! Now you may say this is not that much for a sandwich but I am used to traditional vietnamese sandwich prices all around Texas. Usually these are 2.50 a pop and a lot of places do buy 4 get one free! I know it's a trailer and they are trying to make some money but this is my only real gripe. I need to head back and try the other ones. They also serve bun (vermicelli). read more

Saigon On 7th - Original with a fried egg - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Delicious. Flavorful. Good value. We came on a late Saturday afternoon and got quick service. Outside seating, perfect for social distancing. read more

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Two entree choices, Banh Mi or Vermicelli. Two is all you need. They are both excellent. My vegetarian boyfriend enjoyed his Banh mi with tofu. I devoured my Vermicelli with spicy chicken. They aren't kidding about the spicy part, I often find even supposedly spicy food to be mild. Their chicken isn't anything crazy, but definitely has a nice kick. read more

Saigon On 7th - Banh mi with spicy chicken, perfect - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Phenomenal and authentic Banh Mi. The bread is fresh, hot and crispy. The tofu is shockingly flavorful. I've been to Vietnam and these are up there in quality. Not much more I can add beyond that! read more

Best tofu banh mi in town!! The French bread was so soft and tofu full of robust flavor and the buttery goodness between the bread with a good helping of pickled veggies! my new go-to Viet sandwich place in downtown Oh, and the egg rolls were very authentic as well as the spring rolls. read more

Saigon On 7th - Tofu banh mi, egg rolls & pork spring rolls - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Saigon Le Vendeur has some of the best banh mis I've had. We always stop here when we come vacation in Austin. The grilled pork and tofu banh mis are both really good and our go-to order. We've also had the spring rolls before and enjoyed them. Everything tastes really fresh and the bread is nice and crisp but also soft. I noticed some I consistencies in the Vietnamese coffee. Previously the coffee had a nice balance of sweetness and bitterness from the coffee, but most recently it was super strong and overpowering. I asked if I could get more condensed milk or regular milk added to the drink, but the coffee is made in a large batch in their other kitchen, so unfortunately nothing can be adjusted at the truck. They were super nice about it though and offered me another drink. I tried the jasmine tea, which is more like a peachy fruity jasmine tea drink and it was really good! I appreciated their customer service and willingness to make things right. read more

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Good banh mi but super overpriced. Banh mi should be the common man's poor people food and is $8+ in the Austin area. Banh mi should be $4-6 tops. I guess I blame lack of competition. read more

Well, these are just about the best damn banh mi I've had in awhile. And they're $5.99?! Heck, I'll pay the additional 2 bucks to be able to eat banh mi in areas of town other than my neighborhood. Oh, and you can add on an egg for a buck. And you should. Because it's awesome. Their bread might be the best banh mi bread in town. Just sayin. And if you're suffering in the Winter Vortex (tm), you can wait for your food in your car, and they'll bring it to you! There's a bit of a wait, so that's a real nice feature. read more

Saigon On 7th - For those who need a menu! - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

The best banh mi I've ever had. I got the Grilled pork. Everything was fantastic! Next time I'm in town, I'm coming back! read more

Saigon On 7th - Grilled Pork Bánh Mì - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

BEST Bahn Mi in Austin, Texas people. If you go to Elizabeth Street Cafe and pay $11.50 for a bahn mi, then you need to be drug into the street and beat down. I have friends from Vietnam who say this as authentic and close to the street sandwhich that you can get over there for a $1.50. If you're in East Austin at lunch time, you owe this to yourself to stop in and try the Bahn Mi. I like the grilled chicken with Siracha all over it. IF you're not into the Bahn Mi, order the vermicelli noodles with an egg on top! read more

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The bread was soft, fresh, and fluffy. The veggies were crisp and evenly portioned. The pork pâté was smooth and full of flavor. The tofu and seitan was deliciously marinated and a great texture. I have nothing negative to say. This really was the best bahn mi I've had in Austin. There are more to try of course, but Baguette House was my favorite before! read more

Saigon On 7th - The O.G. To-go - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I love this place! Everything I've ever tried here has been impressive. Vermicelli and Bahn Mi are both super tasty. Spring rolls are great too! Spicy chicken, tofu, pork, all very well prepared and seasoned. Service has always been really friendly, bringing your food out to you, always thoughtful. Plenty of outdoor seating given the small size of the trailer. That was a pleasant surprise. There can be flies, but that's a seasonal Austin thing, I often just take the food to go (perfect lunch break spot). Last thing, some may whine about "authenticity". If reviews were based on the "authenticity" of cuisine, then 95% of establishments in Austin would have one-star reviews. The food, service, and space are all great and I'd happily pay a premium to support an honest business making a delicious meal. Support your (remaining) Austin Food Trucks. read more

Very fresh and made to order. Simple menu with the bun, bahn mi, and spring roll, the expected cuisine in America if labeled as Vietnamese. Huge portions (especially the bun) and good prices, but size comes with issues as well. Ordered to-go and chicken was way too large and each bite was like 3x the size of a normal chunk. Ingredients fresh but little bland on the front with uncooked bean sprout. Once sauced, dish comes out. Really needs that hot sauce swished around to make the dish delicious. Also had the tofu spring roll which were definitely fresh, but honestly a little boring. Sauce was a mixture of traditional peanut sauce and chili sauce, making each bit a little spicy, but also a little weird as a mixture. Would go back for takeout as you can call in and relatively quick even if ordering from the cart itself, but not the be-all-end-all Vietnamese must go in Austin. read more

Damn good. Very consistent. The best Bahn Mi I've had to date... and I love and had me lots of 'em. Everything is good here. You won't be disappointed. Order ahead for pick-up or to save time - they can get pretty busy. It's also good to check if they're open before you head out. Sometimes they close early due to weather or selling food out. Note that parking in front is very limited and often hard to get out of. It's better if you park along Northwestern Ave that runs alongside of them. read more

Saigon On 7th - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Pretty good Vietnamese food! It's very fresh and tasty. I got the pork vermicelli one day and the spicy chicken the next. They were both really delicious. The price is a little higher than most Vietnamese restaurants esp for the portion size. Friendly staff.. I usually park on the side by the houses. read more

Came here randomly for a vietnamese iced coffee a yr n a half ago. I told myself, "This place looks cool- gotta try their food soon" so approx 18 months I came back. They've revamped the whole place. The seating area feels communal yet private from the busy east 7th street. So now onto the food... I ordered a pork bahn mi with an egg and extra meat(I don't feel like I needed the extra portion of meat in hindsight), an order of pork spring rolls and that kickass iced coffee. I was blown away. Soooo good. Such a value and even in the TX heat (it was 95 at the time) I felt cool in the shade. I've been to the old lulu B's trailer which I thought was the best. Next time I will try a vermicelli bowl. read more

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Best pork banh mi in Austin. Yelp requiring reviews to be at least 85 characters is ridiculous. As the great Greta thumb burg would say, blah blah blah blopity blop read more

Delicious food. Options for veggies. This location has a 1hr+ wait time during 12-1pm rush. They won't warn you of this, and thus do not have any meetings post-lunch if you must go during rush hours. If you ask them why it took so long, they give you a funny look, as if there are zero optimizations to making a sandwich in less than an hour. If you order spring rolls after ordering two tofu dishes, they won't put two and two together that you don't eat meat. They will not offer refund after you eat half of one on accident even if you are vegetarian and explain such to them. Summary, go not during rush hours and expect punk bar-level customer service. read more

I want to write a really eloquent, long, verbose review of Saigon Le Vendeur because believe me, they DESERVE IT. But I genuinely feel like words can't express how unbelievably good my food and experience with them was. I got the OG bahn mi, Vietnamese iced coffee, and tofu spring rolls. Everything was the best I've ever had. The bread of the bahn mi is what they hand you as your entry ticket into heaven. The tofu in the spring roll was the pillow you lay your head on in heaven. Everything else was the nectar of the Gods. I'm waxing poetic, that's how crazy good this food was. I live in Round Rock but will definitely be driving 40 minutes regularly to feed my new addiction. read more

Saigon On 7th - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Amazing iced coffee! I've been back twice now and will be stopping by again before heading home tomorrow.

Wow! I thought I knew all the good Banh Mi and Vietnamese places in Austin. How did I miss this one. Hands down the best vientamese in town. Their rice noodle bowls, and their banh mi are amazing. I'm a meat eater but their tofu-seytan banh mi beats all the grilled meat banh mis I've had. Packed with flavor! We've traveled to Vietnam a few times and love the flavors of Vietnamese cuisine. read more