The service and food overall is great. Super chilled and laid back. If you're wondering what to order: *Small plates: -Grilled octopus skewers are a must! It's grilled nicely and not overly chewy and that chili oil fish sauce is so good! -summer rolls are good too (side note: dip the summer roll in that chili oil fish sauce - I think it goes really well with it). -corn ribs were really good, too (unless you don't like mayo- don't get it). -wings just needed more sauce (it was all at the bottom). If you get this, ask for extra the passion fruit garlic oil fish or just make sure to get the chili oil from the bottom. *Banh mi: -O.G (good overall especially if you like pate) -Lamb (it's good overall, too; it isn't out of this world or super special, but it gets the job done and a decent banh mi). I really like this jasmine iced tea (sweetened with mango). It's not too sweet either. If you like super sweet - I don't think it will be sweet enough for ya. It's a chilled place with good food. I heard the ramen is good but I've haven't had it yet. Free Sapporo beer starting at 4pm through close! Don't know if that will change but hey free beer! :) read more

Saigon On 7th - Summer rolls with peanut dipping sauce and grilled octopus skewers - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

We stumbled on this place and it really hit the spot! On the pricier side for what we were looking for, but high quality and definitely delicious. We shared the Banh mi and the fried rolls. Took it to go, but then they had some picnic tables outside so we opted to chomp down right then and there. It's in a sort of nondescript part of town from what I could tell. read more

We're always on the hunt for authentic Vietnamese food in Austin and it's been hard to find. We've frequented 888 for a decade but have desperately wanted something different. Saigon on 7th is fire!! The best banh mi we've found in Austin. The vermicelli bowl was super light and refreshing. Fresh coconut water AMAZING. Also the best coconut in Austin. It's a super hole in the wall, mom and pop no frills place. Which we love. They even had a special of a free Sapporo beer with your food order. Which is pretty epic, but we aren't drinking. We will definitely be frequenting! read more

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

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It was very expensive for Vietnamese cuisine but I did enjoy it! It's not a super big space and definitely gives off Asian upscale vibes. I probably wouldn't return, but I did enjoy! read more

Took a trip on a lime scooter from downtown came across this place at first I was worried about the area but knock it till you try it right ? When we walked in the staff were very friendly and chill , the cafe sua da is gaaaaass and the food was spot on definitely try this spot even though it's a artistic sketchy area this place is pretty tasty ! read more

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

Decent banh mi. I had the OG and it was good but not the best I've had. The bread was my favorite part of it, but the flavor didn't come altogether. The spicy chicken vermicelli was great though. The guy running the truck wasn't too nice as I saw him scolding a customer that didn't come immediately to pick up his food when he called his order number. read more

This place is so great! We ordered the bbq pork banh mi and the lemongrass tofu banh mi. They were stuffed with meat/tofu and pickled radish and carrot plus cilantro. Very fresh and delicious. Highly recommend! read more

Saigón on 7th never disappoints! The food is so good and the employees are very kind. I love the vibes inside but I usually take my food to go and it still tastes amazing! The Brussels are my favorite read more

A friend and ramen aficionado recently shared this was her favorite ramen in all of Austin, so we went for a run and ended here for dinner. The mango salad was incredibly flavorful topped with a handful of full size shrimp and a shrimp cracker on the side. Don't sleep on that cracker. I ordered a chicken ramen and my friend had the chasu. There was a quite generous portion of chicken / chasu on our respective bowls. The flavor was on point. I took my leftovers home and thoroughly enjoyed day 2 as well. The service was very hospitable, served with love and care. The restaurant is in a clean and open space, and has a decent amount of seats. I will be back for more ramen and to try a bahn mi. What an assuming gem tucked into east 7th between Pedernales and Calles - blink and you'll miss it! Keep an eye out for Domino's as a landmark. There are a few parking spots in front. read more

Food is amazing. My dad showed me this place a couple years ago and go every time I'm in the area as I travel for work. If your looking for Fresh,Clean, and a Blast Of Flavor this is the place for you! Service is always awesome. Friendly staff Keep up the good work. You guys are amazing!!! read more

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

I know the name is Saigon and they're know for the Banh Mi but try the curry ramen. I only say that because it is delicious and curry ramen is pretty rare to come across! The broth was rich and creamy and the chashu pork was on point with a nice smokey char. A nice meal and perfect for a chilly day! read more

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

Looks can be deceiving!! While restaurant is small in size and located in a sketchy area, I HIGHLY recommend Saigon on 7th! This place serves AUTHENTIC Vietnamese dishes. Colleagues recommended and as a first timer I was nicely surprised. Everything ordered was DEEPLY flavorful. We decided on the shrimp skewer, pork egg rolls and fried wings as small bites. HIGHLY recommend the shrimp skewer. My goodness soooooo good!!! Fried wings were a little gamey. Main entrees consisted of the Curry [Ramen] Bowl and Bun Mi (vermicelli noodles w/ pork and tons of fresh veggies). The Curry Bowl was AMAZING 100 stars! Will definitely return SOON. read more

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Awesome banh mi in east Austin. The staff are incredibly kind, and the prices are great! We had the Grilled pork banh mi and it was a nice portion, with plenty of meat and vegetables. The bread and pate both paired well. The best Vietnamese we've found in Austin read more

Got the grilled pork banh mi and egg rolls and it was delicious. I can't get over how crunchy the bread was... in a good way. Probably the best banh mi bread I've had. The grilled pork and the sauce they use is average. Delicious but nothing special - it could use a bit more sauce. The egg rolls are good but nothing special either. Price is about $8/banh mi which is on the higher end. The cashier was kind of a strange guy... wasn't sure if he was on something? But he was nice... They also have 2 cats that live under the food truck. Rumor on Yelp says they kept them there to keep away the rats. The cats look very clean and the white/gray one is super friendly :) Just don't go near the black cat, apparently he's the fiesty one. read more

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I just had the most amazing Banh Mi and Bun at Saigon on 7th. The Banh Mi was highlighted by the perfect French roll, honey glazed grilled pork, and topped off with fresh veggies. I only ate half to save room for the Bun, but it was tempting to gorge myself by eating that second half. The bun was impressive. I tried the grilled lamb which was delicious. The bowl was not too loaded with noodles, giving the all the fresh veggies, herbs and spices a chance to shine. I did finish to the last drop. The service was genuine, and ambience is fine for a quick hit Vietnamese experience. Please do yourself a favor and make a stop. You wont regret it. read more

Our new favorite pho spot in Austin. Spicy (but no too) chicken is my choice. Friendly and helpful staff.

Delicious food that satisfied the pickiest family members! Octopus was tangy and a great kick of spiciness. Pork sandwich was the best with the bread melting in your mouth! Our picky son ate fried egg rolls and loved them. You have to try the tiramisu! read more

Ordered takeout from Saigon today, lamb banh mi, chicken curry ramen and corn ribs. The lamb was super bitter for some reason and not very enjoyable, the bread was great. The ramen was way too sweet, the chicken was charred nicely and the thickness of the noodles was perfect. The corn ribs - again - way too sweet, it almost tasted like a funnel cake? It was odd, basically just deep fried flavor which left much to desire. All in all not terrible but not great, I wouldn't recommend. read more

OG Banh Mi was an absolute classic with a good amount of vegetables and meet, I highly recommend. The service was great as well read more

Saigon On 7th - OG Banh Mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food is amazing! I haven't been able to make it here in a while and the food never disappoints! The lamb w grilled onions with mango, basil and vermicelli and all the other ingredients finished off with fried onions all go so well together. So glad I had time to come here today and can't wait to try Saigon on 7th when it opens! read more

Saigon On 7th - Lamb Vermicelli with Mango Egg Rolls, Vietnamese coffee - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

Lunchtime here on a weekend is fun...especially when it's during the Eastside vintage market. Banh mi at a food truck is the perfect option for a lunchtime meal when the weather outside is nice and you're looking for something fresh, full of veggies and with a crunch. The baguette for banh mi is key. The bread needs to be fresh and perfectly crunchy without being deathly grating on the roof of your mouth. Saigon Le Vendeur does it right! I had their tofu option which was delicious and veggie friendly! They give the perfect amount of daikon, carrot and cilantro portions. It's easy to locate the food truck, and there's tons of outdoor seating as well as seating that's in a little garden in the back where other stores like a massage spot is located. It's got a very hippie and free flowy vibe to that area, so it's perfect for families, couples or just dining solo. They have to go boxes too if you want to save your banh mi for later. They also serve other menu items, so you don't have to just have sandwiches if you're not feeling it. Service was aite, nothing friendly, but they work fast! I appreciate all of y'all working the line to pop out delicious items like nobody's business. The banh mi is definitely made with an "elevated" feel. It's nothing like Little Vietnam or anything you'd get at your local Viet market. I miss the banh mi from back home :( but the fresh quality and beautiful presentation of the banh mi from this food truck takes the cake! I'm not entirely sure where people park, but we walked over a few streets after working out. Will definitely recommend this spot for some elevated Viet dining: the food truck version. read more

Saigon On 7th - Tofu/seitan vege banh mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Austin, Texas

TLDR: Classically quirky Austin eatery run out of a converted shipping container by the railroad tracks. Very good food that's worth a visit. Finally got to Saigon Le Vendeur to try out their specialty, banh mi. Picked up a nice trio - spicy chicken, grilled pork, and the 'OG - the classic with Vietnamese-style cold cuts'. They packaged up everything in little boxes to go (a must in these pandemicky times) and when I got home to try them, the presentation is excellent. While on the pricey side for banh mi, it's appropriate - this is an 'elevated' sandwich with more meat (and better cuts of it) than a typically Vietnamese market. Each sandwich is packed with ingredients and a lot of pate for a velvety feel. The spicy chicken is probably my favorite, with a nice zing to the meat, followed by the OG with some really thick cuts of what I'd call Vietnamese bologna. A couple things are a bit underwhelming - the bread's an odd texture, more bunlike than baguette-like. The pickled veggies are exceptionally mild while the slices of jalapeno are so hot they can overwhelm the rest of the sandwich if they're not picked off. Still, this is an excellent bite of food the whole way around, and I'd come back happily. Note #1: If you'd not in the mood for banh mi they have some other excellent-looking noodle dishes. Note #2: Be aware of the parking situation. There's 4 car slots directly in front of the location. Otherwise, street parking is available but you may have a bit of a walk ahead of you. This place scores a 4 out of 5 on the 'CTJ Scale', as noted below. 5 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Jesus good. Would be OK passing away after finishing a plate here. 4 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Mary good. Would be OK having a nosh here with Mother Mary. 3 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Joseph good. Would be OK having a beer here with Jesus' Dad. 2 out of 5 stars: Come-to-the-Apostles good. Meh. Wouldn't have my last supper here. 1 out of 5 stars: Come-to-Nobody good. I wouldn't have my penultimate supper here, either. read more

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Amazing food! One of Austin's hidden gems. Also, Jessie the waiter is the nicest guy ever.

Food pics look much better than actual taste representation. Had spicy chicken bahn mi. Everything about it was underwhelming. Nothing was particularly fresh... not the bread, not the meat, not even the veggies. There was no chewiness or crustiness to the bread. It was kinda spongy. The meat was questionably old, and the veggies were soggy. I wanted to like it, but it just didn't cut the mustard! read more

Bruhhhh... the food here is beyond good. We had the wings, octopus skewers, mango salad, summer rolls, spicy pork vermicelli noodles, and buttery pawn banh mi. The house chili sauce is delicious on everything. You won't be disappointed coming here. Andy, the server who attended us, gave us great recommendations! Coming back on my next trip!!!! read more

This place is the most underrated restaurant in Austin. Excellent food. Reasonably priced. Great people.

Clean and friendly service. Lamb bun and non friend spring rolls were good but seasoning off and almost a bit bland, although, I think it's an Austin thing. A lot of food places are like this. Seems like a lot of these restaurants try to adjust seasoning and flavor of the local population. Still good. A bit more on the expensive side, but I'd try it again. read more

Was my go to restaurant, but had to hit the toilet today. Pork was also extra salty. Unlucky day, could be due to holiday downtime:(

The food is absolutely disgusting. The service is even worse. This used to be a food trailer and they used to have a terrible rat problem. so they caged 3 cats in the middle of the summer when it's 100°. Hoping the cats will fix their rat problem but the cats just died. I guess you can't fix the rat problem just move to a different location. Absolutely disgusting. read more

There is other great Bahn Mi in this city, but none rival the Bahn Mi here. Grilled pork w/ extra pork is incredible. The bread is perfectly crisped. Light and flaky on the outside and soft but not soggy on the inside. The lamb is also delicious. Glad they have a brick and mortar storefront now so I don't have to play roulette with the old trailer hours. read more

Was a food truck then opened up a permanent resto over a year ago. Food CRUSHES it! Andy is an awesome dude. I love the Bún

I had the OG banh mi and my fiance had the lamb vermicelli bowl. We both loved our food, we're definitely coming back!

This place is my go-to spot if I ever forget to order our office lunch. It's close by and the banh mi is filling and delicious. Parking may seem limited, but there's a huge, empty lot next to it as well. I'd recommend ordering beforehand if you're in a time crunch since it does take some time to get your order. In terms of food, you can never go wrong with the grilled pork Bahn mi or the spicy chicken.. I haven't tried the other banh mi options so I can speak for those. I tried the egg rolls once, but they came out burnt so that was sad, but will try the spring rolls next time I go back. Their Vietnamese iced coffee is good (I personally like the flavor but also find it a tad bit sweet because of the condensed milk.. but then again I also find a latte sweet). read more

Very cute spot. Small indoors, good natural light, interesting light fixtures, bright paint job. Very friendly and diverse staff. Delicious and generous portion; bright and spicy chili garlic sauce. read more

everything was so good! Cozy little spot & amazing service! Large portions, definitely double servings! read more

BANH MI IS WHERE IT'S ALL. Likely the best banh mi in all of Austin. Skip on the vermicelli bowl - subpar. Get the banh mi!!!

Their brick and mortar is very cute with limited seating inside for a quiet, cozy feel. Service was excellent and everything we ordered was DELICIOUS. Mango salad was amazing and refreshing with so much flavor, Brussels and pork spring rolls were great. I had a grilled pork bahn me and the flavors, toppings, and bread were perfect. My friend got the seasonal curry ramen which I wasn't expecting to see on the menu but it was coconut-y, savory, and delicious! Highly recommend. read more

What a cute establishment. I almost missed it trying to find it off Airport. It's not a truck but just a repurposed shipping container next to a small vintage shop. I only saw three parking spots off the road which I luckily got one in, but there may be more around the area you can park at. We ordered pork spring rolls, pork banh mi, and pork vermicelli. It all came out looking beautifully. The pork in the spring roll looked like spam but it wasn't. I didn't get to try my friend's banh mi but he liked it (he's Vietnamese so I trust this). My vermicelli bowl was pretty good but a little salty. I don't know if it's just how it was or I probably just poured too much of the fish sauce. It was good and generously portioned and my only complaint was that the noodles were kind of stuck together and a bit hard (as in not fresh). Oh yeah, we also got a Vietnamese coffee that was more on the bitter side. The large is definitely sizable! read more

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

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Really fresh food. We had the Mango papaya salad with shrimp, spring rolls, curry ramen, a pork bahn mi, shrimp bahn mi. read more

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

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Still the best bánh mì in Austin. It's great to have a downtown companion to Le Bleu. Everything is delicious.