I've been coming to Saigon Dish for close to three decades. That sentence makes me feel…read moreapproximately 900 years old. I don't even remember when I started coming here. I just remember working nearby when I was younger and Saigon Dish becoming part of the routine. I came constantly. Sometimes practically every day. This was before the larger setup they have now, when the whole operation felt smaller and you got to know the person behind it pretty quickly. That person is John. And before we get into pho, John deserves his paragraph. He is one of those increasingly rare restaurant owners who makes you genuinely happy to hand him your money. In the early days, before I became the longtime regular who mostly gives him shit, I remember him talking me through ingredients. Why he chose something. What I should order. What was good that day. There was an intentionality behind the food that told you somebody was paying attention. And that's the thing I respect most about this place, he never let it go. The restaurant grew. Life moved on. I stopped working nearby. I got older. I brought coworkers. Then friends. My parents. My sisters. Eventually my wife and kids. And the pho is still good. I should establish that I'm obnoxious about pho. I've eaten a lot of it, from tiny places where nobody particularly cares whether you know they exist to polished restaurants charging you for the privilege of sitting underneath an Edison bulb. There are spectacular bowls all over California. So I'm not going to tell you Saigon Dish serves the single greatest pho ever created by mankind. It doesn't need that kind of BS. What it does incredibly well is balance. The broth is clean. That's the word I always come back to. Clean. Deep enough that you know something happened before it reached your bowl, but it doesn't club you over the head with star anise and herbs. And it isn't the sad, watery approximation of pho you sometimes encounter when you wander too far west and somebody has decided broth should taste like hot water that once met a cow. This tastes like pho. The filet mignon is consistently tender and smooth. The tripe is properly cleaned. The tendon is cooked beautifully, soft and gelatinous without disintegrating, which is where tendon should live. The meatballs are surprisingly good. The well done beef can occasionally lean a little dry for my taste, but that's what the bowl of broth and a little sriracha are for. I've also eaten my way through so much of the menu that reconstructing it would require archaeological work. Egg rolls? Get them. Rice dishes? Yep. Noodles? Yep. Vietnamese coffee? Obviously. Coconut drinks? Go for it. I've brought an absurd number of people here over the years and the remarkable thing is how universally the place works. Pho nerds can find something to obsess over, but you can also bring somebody who barely knows Vietnamese food and they'll be completely comfortable. And then there's the operation itself. This isn't some immaculate Beverly Hills dining room designed by a hospitality group. Thank God. It looks like a South Bay Vietnamese restaurant. Every available corner seems to have acquired a purpose. People are moving everywhere. Tables are turning. Someone needs extra onions. Someone wants another bowl. Someone's asking for sriracha. Somebody's kid needs chopsticks. Water appears before you realize you need it. And somehow it flows. That's harder than it looks. Service here has always felt unusually effortless to me. Not performative. Nobody is giving you a TED Talk about the provenance of the bean sprouts. They just take care of you. Parking occasionally becomes its own little hunger game. Don't panic. Circle around, wait a few minutes, somebody will finish their pho and leave. I've written a lot of reviews and I don't throw five stars around because then five stars stop meaning anything. But how exactly do you rate a restaurant you've voluntarily returned to for close to thirty years? At some point consistency becomes the review. I've watched Saigon Dish grow from the little place I remember into what it is today. I've sent coworkers here. Friends. My parents. My sisters. My own family. I've probably eaten enough of John's pho at this point that some measurable percentage of my body belongs to the restaurant. And I'm still coming back.

There's a reason why this is my favorite viet restaurant in the South Bay. I've gotten the bun rieu…read moremany times and I like that the broth is flavorful without it being too salty. The noodles are plentiful and pork/crab meatballs are tender & flavorful. Another item I love is the sugarcane shrimp. It isn't too heavy, tastes well balanced with a hint of sweetness after chewing the sugarcane. The restaurant feels cozy and clean. Parking is easy because it's in a shared lot. The wait is never too long for me but it gets packed pretty often.

We order a banh mi dac biet cause this is the only place open. Thank you chú server for serving us…read moreice tea even though we order togo. Clean interior and really authentic. Food is good. Please support local business!

I came here because of the Yelp rating. I wanted a Banh Mi and this was close enough to my work…read more I got here right before noon and everyone was working in the kitchen. Took a couple of minutes before I was helped. No biggie. Each table has hoidin, siracha, and fish sauce. If Infelt like pho, this place smells authentic. The sandwich has legitimate bread, crusty roll with good flavor. The vegetables are very good and well proportioned. The meat in the combination sandwich was not the typical lunch meat. I couldn't really identify the meats. But it was clearly put in hot. It was a good sandwich.

I think the pho here is pretty solid! It's comparable to Saigon Dish nearby, but this location is…read morecloser to me, which is a plus. I ordered the #1 Pho Dac Biet in the regular size, and I just barely managed to finish the last bite. The portion was definitely filling! My husband went with the Shaken Beef Rice Bo Luc Lac. The first thing we noticed was that it came with regular steamed white rice instead of the red rice that we're used to seeing at other Vietnamese restaurants. The beef pieces were also larger than what he's used to, so they were a little more chewy. We also ordered a side of three egg rolls. They were okay, although I would have preferred them to be a little crispier. Overall, I'd give this a 3.5-star experience, but I'm rounding up to 4 stars because the service was good and our food came out quickly. Definitely a convenient option when we're craving pho.

I am not sure why the rating is low. It's not the best, but it's OK. And they have good Bun Bo…read moreHue. When I crave that dish, I come here. Lots of good tendon on that bone! So, I have a new rating system......I will be write what I feel honestly about an establishment. The only ratings I will give are 5 stars, which is enjoyable, or 3 stars which is "needs work."

Delicious entrées must try all thank you the service is excellent. They present meals dine in and…read moreto go in a timely manner and they customize orders. The ambience is relaxing, but it does smell like cigarettes although I think the cigarettes have been banned. They have plenty Vietnamese coffee and tea. Sit down and stay a while and enjoy healthy Vietnamese cuisine.

I recently ordered the bun rieu from Cafe Nho via Postmates, and it arrived piping hot, which was a…read moregreat start! The dish had plenty of meat, and the veggies were fresh overall. However, I did notice some brown bean sprouts, which was a bit off-putting, but I'm willing to overlook it this time. The broth was decent, but I've definitely had better. I'm planning to try a few more items on the menu soon, so I'll give them another chance and provide an update. Overall, it was a solid experience, but there's room for improvement.

I've been looking for another pho spot after one of my favorites received a bad rating…read more This spot exceeded my expectations from the broth and the meat. My cherry on top is the environment inside the restaurant along with the complimentary noodles! I would definitely come back

We love coming here with our toddler. The staff is always super friendly and we love the food here…read moreas well.

This is one of those spots that proves you don't need chandeliers or fancy décor to serve a great…read moremeal. It's casual, laid‑back, and nothing over the top, just clean tables, friendly faces, and food that hits exactly where it needs to. My experience with the service here is the kind you appreciate without even thinking about it, warm, quick, and genuinely attentive. No fuss, no attitude, just people who make sure you're taken care of and your meal lands hot and fresh. Pho House leans into what makes a Vietnamese eatery great: flavorful pho broth, fresh herbs, and bowls that feel like comfort in liquid or dry form depending on what you order. The broth has that deep, slow‑simmered richness that tells you they're doing it right. Noodles come soft and silky, and the toppings are fresh enough to brighten every bite. The spring rolls are crisp, fresh, and exactly what you want before diving into a big bowl of pho. And that sauce, the one that perfectly complements the rolls, ties everything together with a sweet‑savory punch that makes you go back for another dip. I went with the house special, and that's the move. Loaded, aromatic, and full of flavor, it's the kind of bowl that feels like a full experience. Every spoonful hits with depth from the broth, brightness from the herbs, and that satisfying mix of textures that make the house special... well, special. Pairing it with the spring rolls was the perfect combo, fresh crunch before the warm comfort. Overall this place is just a tidy, welcoming space where you can sit back, enjoy your food, and not feel rushed. It's the definition of a casual neighborhood pho spot done right. Miguel C.

Tried a different dish this time- the #9 dried vermicelli noodles. It comes with egg rolls, shrimp,…read morebeef, shrimp cake, and some pickled veggies. It was a big portion for the price and very filling. I only wish they gave more of the beef. The egg roll only had carrots and cabbage inside and one of them was kinda overfried. Service and ambiance is still good though, no complaints.

Okay, I need to talk about Pho Ever Bistro for a second…read more The second you walk in, Sandy (the new owner) greets you like you've been coming here for years, even if it's your first time. She's just... warm. Genuinely warm, not in that scripted-server way. She checks in, remembers little things, actually recommends stuff she thinks you'll like instead of just pointing at the menu. It's the kind of energy that makes a random Tuesday dinner feel like something. And then there's the food, which honestly holds its own. The pho broth tastes like it's been simmering all day -- rich, deep, the kind of thing you can tell someone actually cared about. Noodles are perfectly cooked, herbs are fresh, portions are big enough that you're not leaving hungry. The banh mi is crunchy bread done right, none of that soggy sadness you get elsewhere. Spring rolls and egg rolls are crispy and clearly made fresh, not just tossed in a fryer and forgotten. Honestly it tastes like someone's grandma's recipe -- comforting, no gimmicks, just good. Here's the thing though -- this place works for basically everyone. If you're a broke college student who wants something warm and filling that won't destroy your wallet, this is it. And it's not just a grab-and-go spot either -- they've got board games, the vibe is relaxed, and it's genuinely a great place to camp out with your laptop and a drink to get some studying done, or just hang with friends for a while. Nobody's rushing you out. It's also a really solid first date spot, low-key enough that you're not stressed, with food you can share so you have something to talk about besides "so... tell me about yourself." And if you grew up eating Vietnamese home cooking, or just want that feeling, this scratches the itch in a way a lot of places don't. But really, what makes this place special isn't just the food -- it's that you can tell Sandy actually cares. In a world where eating out can feel so transactional, that kind of warmth stands out. You leave feeling like you mattered, not just like you were a transaction. If you're a student needing a spot to study or unwind, on a first date, or just craving something that feels like home, go check out Pho Ever Bistro. Sandy's turned this place into somewhere you actually want to come back to. Good for: studying/hanging out, first dates, comfort food cravings, board games, family dinners, or just being around someone who's genuinely happy to see you.

Pho Ever is my husband's and my favorite pho place. The new changes have only made us love it more…read more While it's a little warm at the moment due to the crazy hot weather, I'd recommend eating in store for the experience and the ambience. The owner is so sweet and welcoming and the cafe revamp across the different rooms is fun and unique. Everything is incredibly flavorful and so evidently made with care. The pho broth has a really great balance of flavors and the ingredients in the spring rolls are so fresh, they are really beautiful and lovely to eat. The highlight for me was the salty plum drink. Reminds me of Japanese ume candy, Hawaiian li hing mui, and Mexican saladitos in drink form. Refreshing and addicting. If you are obsessed with the salt or tajin rim on a fruity margarita, consider trying it. (Next time, I'll have to get a salty plum to-go and turn it into a margarita at home. Already dreaming of it.) Really excited for the fried banana item listed on the "coming soon" portion of the menu. I love a fried banana, and the quality of Pho Ever's food promises good things.

Rode out to Gardena/Torrance after work to meet up some friends and started off our evening with…read moresome pho! I hadn't eaten close to 24 hours so I was absolutely famished. I had just told them that I was very picky about pho, especially recently. A lot of my go-to spots have been disappointing lately so I was craving a good bowl of pho - one that really hits the spot and Oh My Pho did just that. The moment we pulled into the parking lot I was like, "I have a good feeling about this place." I walked in and was immediately greeted with a deep aromatic smell of pho in the air. All 3 of us ordered their Pho Combination which has it all: Sliced brisket, sliced eye round, tripe, tendon, meatballs. We also ordered their shaken beef rice platter to share. Before digging into my bowl, I took a long deep smell of the broth as if I was taking the fattest bong rip known to mankind. It only got better from there though because the broth tasted as good as it smelled. Incredibly flavorful. All the flavors were balanced -- salty, sweet, umami. The noodles were cooked almost perfect (I like my noodles very al dente), but the doneness was definitely the kind that would suit everyone's preference. The shaken beef was delicious too. The meat was very tender and they mixed fries in which isn't typical/common, but it was really good! The rice was made perfectly too, at least to my preference. Only (minor) complaints were my bowl not being hot enough which is funny because I like my food cold, but certain things need to be piping hot like noodle soup. Also there wasn't very much meat in the shaken beef dish. Service was great and the staff was very friendly. I'm pretty far from OMP, but will definitely come back again soon with my friends since they're regulars here!

Ordered OMP Mainly House Special + Beef Rib…read more Service - Great as warmly greeted upon entry. The quality of the meats are top notch. Their beef rib 5/5 Easy to cut with scissors. Their filet is very tender. The meatballs are sourced elsewhere as they taste different from the norm in a good way. The brisket cut wasn't too thick. Their tendon is very easy to eat as most places can tend to overly hard. Good amount of tripe as well. The portions of meat given were a lot. There are only 2 things which could make this a solid 5/5 bowl. Hopefully owner reads this. The broth has to be served piping hot. Like burn under the gums temperature. After getting to the second half of finishing the meal , you get fatigued because the soup isn't hot enough which makes it harder to finish. Secondly, the broth needs just a little more salt content. The broth is good but just missing the "ommph" trifecta.

10/10 amazing as always. Hole in the wall Delicious broth…read moredelicious proteins delicious noodles

I've been coming here for about a year and a half now and this review is well long over due . This…read moreplace is a hole in the wall. The pricing stays consistent or the same for years and they serve a good amount of food for your buck. The owner is a very friendly man who includes his family in the business and always making you feel like you're part of the family as well as soon as you walk in. If you're in the area I'd say you should definitely come try it out. 2 juicy spring rolls for the price of $6 can't beat that.

The ambiance and service were excellent, I was greeted immediately upon walking in, welcomed by…read moreboth the friendly staff and the enticing aroma coming from the kitchen. They offer happy hour daily from 3-5 PM with 15% off, plus a 10% discount for military, police, and teachers. It's my first visit, and I'm already excited to dig into the beef pho and bánh mì.

Took 15 minutes for a banh mi sandwich when it wasn't even busy…read more 3 guys walking back and forth doing nothing, but talking and eating while preparing my food 3rd world country behavior, completely unprofessional They don't make the food in front of you and when confronted when my food was going to come out, they were dismissive The meat was cold at the end of it all