Saigon Restaurant

Family-owned & operated

Vegetarian friendly

Great service, very quick and friendly! I've only eaten here once but the restaurant was clean and…read morethe food was brought out quickly! The broth had great flavor and I really liked that the chicken was sliced.. most places just do the pulled chicken that look like it came from a rotisserie. I've ordered on doordash before and those experiences were positive as well! Can't wait to come back and try more

We were on the way back home from Yosemite and needed a break from driving and honestly needed our…read moreVietnamese food fix after eating American food almost the whole week. I had heard about Viet Noodles Xpress and decided to give it a try. The pho hit the spot. The quality of the beef is not as great as what I get in San Jose but it was still good, the broth had great flavor and the noodles were cooked perfectly. It was super comforting and much needed after being in the mountains for a few days. My wife ordered the bun bo hue and it tasted great. Lots of protein options and really good depth of flavor in the broth. I enjoyed it almost as much as the Pho. The staff was awesome. It looks like a family owned place and everyone worked together smoothly and was really welcoming. They were friendly, gave suggestions, and were quick with everything we needed. This will definitely be a spot we check out again if we are ever in the Modesto area.

Pho Dac Biet

Roasted duck egg noodle soup

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Breakfast sampler with fresh baguette.

Phoenix Noodle House

4.1(689 reviews)

3.4 mi

I have never had a bad meal at Phoenix noodle House. The food is affordable, fresh, and staff is…read morevery thorough always having my order ready before I get there. Hands-down, my favorite Vietnamese restaurant

Super friendly and quick service, appreciated when you need to get to a show at the nearby Gallo…read moreCenter! Shrimp and pork fresh spring rolls were Delicious, full and accompanied by peanut sauce (that i mixed with Sriracha haha). Lemongrass chicken was very flavorful. While it isn't fancy this is a satisfying place and popular with locals based on the takeout business!

Upstairs

14. vermicelli with grilled pork $14.50...

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Le Saigon

Family-owned & operated

The food always hits the spot! The service is as fast as…read morethey could get it out but they forgot our orders so I had to go ask and they took longer But the food always good and eggrolls are a hit!

Quick tasty inexpensive food. Place is a bit of a dive. Staff nice and hard working.read more

#3 Chicken Sandwich

#2 cha lua sandwich

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#20 chicken and rice

Pho O’clock

4.1(127 reviews)

1.4 mi

Under new ownership, Pho Twins is absolutely wonderful and delicious! Get the beef spring rolls, or…read moreany of the appetizers tbh Older sister thought her Pho's broth was balanced and savory. My vermicelli tasted fresh with all of veggies, good sized shrimps, and plenty of chicken. If you never had any of the above, make sure to also add bean sprouts to your pho, chili, etc. it makes the flavors pop! The service was quick, joyful, and attentive! The atmosphere feels peaceful with their Vietnamese music playing in the background. This is definitely a good spot for lunch meetings, big families, or just a date night.

New ownership! Pho Twins is such a great addition to Modesto. We went during soft opening. Very…read moreimpressed by the food quality and cleanliness of the restaurant. We had multiple items and everything was seasoned well, food came out nice and hot. Loved the fried crab Rangoon appetizer. Pho broth was very balanced with generous portion of meat. My husband enjoyed the stir fry noodle dish and we also liked the Korean short rib rice plate. Would definitely return in the near future!

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The Pho - Modesto

3.4(170 reviews)

5.3 mi

Clean restaurant , friendly staff had milk teas, Thai…read morecoffee, appetizers and pho great food Will visit again

Unfortunately this location is just consistently not good. I return due to the convenience of the…read morelocation, but after my last visit I will not be coming back. My noodles in my pho were hard (clearly old/sitting out), and the broth is consistently lacking flavor. The service and people working there are very kind, so two stars for that.

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Jasmine green milk tea

Pho Bac Noodle Palace

3.3(338 reviews)

2.4 mi

I have been living in Modesto for 20 years +, and I have been eating here since they first opened…read more What I like about them is the food portion they offer is still high quality and have not change. The workers there don't speak good English, but they are very friendly. If you are looking for authentic Vietnamese food in Modesto, then this is a perfect place. If you are expecting to have amazing customer service, a high-end restaurant, and a fancy atmosphere, then this is not a place for you. I hope my review helps your decision.

Always busy but you can get a seat, spacious enough to enjoy! Good pho broth, herbs, and portion. I…read moredefinitely will be back!

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Happy Pho

4.0(279 reviews)

3.2 mi

Excellent party trays. All foods are tasty. They also have delicious Phở and Bún Bò Huế. Highly…read morerecommended!!!

Mid size restaurant. Came in and we were seated right away. Staff was friendly. Nice menu options,…read more lots of variety. Everything came out fresh and very flavorful. The offer different types of noodles for the pho. I got the fresh noodles and it was really good. The salt and pepper wings were crispy and fresh with such a good flavor. I like how they had the condiments at each table including both the chili paste and chili oil (a lot of places only have one or the other). Prices were about average. Id definitely return here, especially for their fresh noodles.

Sweet and sour shrimp

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Pho Viet Restaurant

3.7(189 reviews)

4.1 mi

The best pho spot open in town, that is until Gia Lai opens two hours later…read more Frequented by street cleaners, taxi drivers and the nearby hispanic yakuza. This is a bowl best served hung over, the cook wakes you up when your pho is ready with a cheerful good morning good morning how are you.

If you're a local, this place hits the spot. All kinds of people come here to get their precious…read moreand delicious Vietnamese noodles, and we know why I'll be honest the service can always be better, but I'm not rushing anyone because the wait is worth it. I've come here different times in the day on the weekend, and it really just depends when you go. And even then, it can change! Just know, it's worth it, haha sometimes food comes super fast other times you're waaaiiiting You're not going for aesthetics, since the place looks older, but it has its charm. My Mexican parents always get Pho, which they surprised themselves in loving it! The broth reminds them of menudo, even though it tastes different. They enjoy making it their own with all the fixings it comes with. The vermicelli plates are carefully organized for you to mix, chomp, and enjoy. Go for the food, and support this local business!

Inside

Combination Spring Rolla

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Saigon One

3.5(233 reviews)

4.6 mi

5 STARS! The service was outstanding I got my food right away and the food was great! So flavorful…read morewith sweet and spicy. The ambiance was amazing as well! Right when I I walked in it felt like I entered into a pho restaurant from my hometown in Vietnam!

I was disappointed with the way payment was handled here. The menu lists one set of prices, but…read morewhen it was time to pay, I was asked whether I was paying cash or card. I paid with my bank debit card, and an additional 3% fee was added to my bill for using the card. My issue is that the price displayed on the menu should clearly reflect what customers are actually expected to pay, or any additional card fee should be clearly disclosed before ordering. I shouldn't find out at checkout that my meal costs more because I'm using my debit card. Regardless of the amount, it's about transparency. Customers should know about additional fees before they order, not when it's time to pay. If you eat here, make sure you ask about their cash vs. card pricing before ordering and check your receipt.

Cleanest restaurant in Modesto

A shrimp spring roll with peanut sauce. The sprouts, leaves, and lemon for the pho (pictured separately).

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Crawfish Noodle & Grill

3.9(497 reviews)

1.9 mi

My wife's favorite place! The bad thing about this place is…read morethat they close 1 day of the week! Food is always delicious, prices are reasonable, and the place has a lot of parking. We have never been a part of the karaoke times but we'd assume that it's a whole lot of fun. Waitress is always very attentive.

The service was amazing from the time we got seated until the end... ambiance was fine but it was…read moreso cold in there... not sure if the heat was working this past Saturday night. The spring rolls and egg rolls were on point. I ordered the seafood boil combo #1. The portion of rice was perfect; however, the sauce of the seafood boil could've been a bit thicker. Thus the 3 stars.

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Custom ordered waffle fries with garlic = $11

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Chicken strips with fries

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Sue S.

12 years ago

Very disappointed! My son and I decided to visit the Oakdale location. Our waiter brought our food (which, in all honesty, looked pretty great). As I normally do at Asian restaurants, I poured what I thought was soy sauce on my rice dish. There were two bottles of dark colored liquid and I assumed them both to be soy sauce; there were no labels suggesting otherwise. I took one bite and found that I had poured a fish flavored liquid on my food. I called the waiter over and politely told him that I had mistaken the liquid for soy sauce. Before I could even ask if he would bring me another dish ,since it was an honest mistake and there was no way I could have known the two bottles contained different sauces- He replied that the liquid was "fish sauce", and, in a blunt and rude tone (without consulting who I assumed to be the owner that was seated in the back of the restaurant) said he would have to charge me half price for the first plate and full price for the second. Had I eaten a considerable portion of the plate (it was litterally one tiny bite) I would have understood why charging me would be necessary. However, it was of no deliberate fault of my own that the plate was now covered in fish sauce. I kindly rejected the offer, and the plate and ended up paying full price for the meal. read more

Jessie P.

258

1325

2 years ago

Saigon Restaurant in Modesto has quickly become one of our favorite spots, and it's easy to see why it's my mom's go-to place for wonton soup. During our recent visit, we tried the flank steak pho, vermicelli pork bowl, and egg rolls, and everything was absolutely delicious. The flank steak pho was incredibly flavorful, with a rich, aromatic broth and tender slices of steak. The fresh herbs and lime added a delightful freshness to the dish. The vermicelli pork bowl was equally impressive, with perfectly grilled pork, fresh vegetables, and a tasty sauce that brought everything together beautifully. The egg rolls were crispy and packed with flavor, making them a great appetizer to start our meal. Overall, Saigon Restaurant offers a fantastic dining experience with its delicious food and welcoming atmosphere. If you're in Modesto and looking for some great Vietnamese cuisine, I highly recommend giving this place a try! read more

Dana L.

11 years ago

Horrible service, I order 2 items and come and pick it up stand at the cash register for a few second and realize i left my car door unlock when out to lock it and come back for my food. the skinnny old man said he already gave me my food and i put it in the car. he argue with me for the longest time while everyone in the resteraunt look at me. then a customer call on the phone complain he gave them wrong Order my order to be exact. didnt even appologize once.... read more

Jimmy R.

14 years ago

we always come here to eat monthly, their chinese food was very good, but recently we have tried for couple time , it was not good like before. all the food smell like burn , and tasteless. no flavor at all. even my kids don't want to eat it. But their business is doing good though , if they keep it like that, it will bring down the business soon, meh, try somewhere else/ read more

Gords B.

12 years ago

Best Pho always perfect, #37 with chicken also my all time favorite I always have them add some fried tofu to my order, and always a Thai tea. There spring rolls and peanut sauce is also super delicious. Best place in Modesto for Vietnamese food guaranteed 5 stars for sure. read more

Patricia S.

12 years ago

Best Calamari in town... And the server jason is amazing....! The beef steak Pho was Absolutely delish too.... My husband had the fried pork and rice and loved it also.The service was fast and they got our order correct which is a plus also! We will be back read more

Louis W.

11 years ago

There is a reason you'll see so many co-workers eating here -- quality and value. The soups (pho) are great. They also serve quality dishes over rice or noodles. To top off the meal, they have lovely boba drinks. read more

Kelly M.

11 years ago

I alway go to this place whenever I'm carving Pho love their special beef noodle combination soup so delicious make my mouth watery thinking about it. They treat their customer super friendly too read more

True B.

10 years ago

Food is awesome! But the service definitely needs some improvements.. they are not outgoing or friendly when you go in. Will definitely be back for the food! read more

Lynnette H.

6 years ago

I have never had a bad meal from Saigon. My favorites are the Vermicelli Salads w/ Grilled Pork, Won Ton Soup (w/ extra won tons & no noodles), & Egg Rolls! read more

Truong N.

175

8 years ago

this is my favorite pho place in towm, also it so close to home it a plus. food taste great friendly and fast services

Erly H.

4 years ago

Very good food! Always order the same over and over but I tasted some of them and they are also good! Love their food!

Richard S.

11 years ago

Love everything about this place! I always try to go atleast every week because how good there food is!

Amy B.

1 year ago

Probably under new ownership than a while ago, but amazing spring rolls!! Great flavoring on the meat.

Marie C.

9 years ago

Was not satisfied with the quality of the food or the atmosphere. But overall, fairly good food.

Patricia Q.

14 years ago

good service.clean. good prices. i loved the sping rolls with peanut sauce yummy!!

S C.

178

13 years ago

Very good rice plates. We had the BBQ pork with rice- yummy! Reasonable priced.

Kelly Y.

132

271

14 years ago

Great quality and prices! Very clean and authentic.

Elmer C.

14 years ago

Its good pho! Almost as good as pho7 or Phoenix

Khanh D.

13 years ago

Great food,fast service,overall nice place

Saigon Restaurant - vietnamese - Updated October 2026

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Came here with a friend for dinner on a Sunday. We wanted to check out a new place while we were in…read moretown and support a local business. My friend ordered the special pho large and I got the number 38 vermicelli with grilled beef and shrimp. The staff were friendly and pleasant. The food came out in a moderate amount of time. The food was fine, but not our favorite flavor profile. My friend really likes pho, so we get pho together fairly regularly. The broth and flavor of this pho wasn't the best and the serving size was on the smaller size for pho even though he got a large. The vermicelli plate was unusually sweet- both the beef and shrimp had a red sauce that was very vivid and unexpected. We both ate our food and enjoyed the meal, but will probably not be back any time soon. If you are in the area and craving pho- this was a decent place, the prices seemed standard, and there were limited food options when we were looking Sunday evening.

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Just a heads up, they use thigh meat in the chicken pho number nine. It's the first time I've ever…read morehad pho that didn't use breast meat which I believe is standard. The broth was tasty and the portion size was good so if you don't care about the kind of meat they use you'll be fine.

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