Little Saigon Restaurant

mbience The ambience was very cute and charming. The space feels inviting and has a pleasant atmosphere. Food The food was good. We ordered the catfish spring rolls and they were delicious once everything finally made it to the table. Service The service was the biggest issue and it was very disappointing, especially since my family has been coming here for 3 years. Parts of our order were missing, including several side dishes and even the sauce for the spring rolls. We asked for a cup of ice and that was missing too. We waited about 10 minutes after receiving the catfish before the vegetables were brought out and we had to keep asking for simple items. It's a shame because things taste best when the food is still hot, but the catfish was already cold once they brought out all the small dishes that came with the main dish. Because the staff was moving so slowly, we ended up walking to the counter (6 times) just to follow up on things that should have been brought to us without asking. It honestly felt like we were serving ourselves. The Vietnamese coffee tasted sickly sweet and burnt. After taking one sip, I asked to switch to a Thai tea, hoping it would be better, but that drink was also extremely sickenly sweet. I returned it after one sip as well. I was surprised to see that I was charged for both drinks and was told it was because I drank them, which did not feel fair at all. They even charged us for the lemon slices. Overall This experience was very frustrating from start to finish and made the entire meal feel unpleasant. The restaurant seems to charge for every little thing and the staff is slow and forgetful. Having to get up so many times just to remind them about our order is simply not acceptable. I really hope things improve, especially for long time customers who have supported this place for years.

Visited Little Saigon and had a mixed experience. We waited to be seated, and once we sat down there was another wait before anyone came by—looked like one very hard-working waitress trying to cover the whole restaurant, and I didn’t see many tables getting checked on. That said, when the food finally arrived it was absolutely worth the wait. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully cooked—fragrant herbs, rich, balanced flavors, and dishes that tasted homemade and comforting. The kitchen is clearly doing excellent work.I’ll definitely be back to try more of the menu. I’m hoping they add another server during busy times, because the food deserves service that matches its quality. Overall: slower service due to understaffing, but fantastic, delicious food that made the experience worthwhile.

We can 8n for dinner.on a Sunday evening. We waited a few minutes to be seated. The waitress told us to go sit at table number 8 as she pointed to a table in another room. We looked a little confused because it was our first time in and am not familiar with the place. We went and found table number 8. After we ordered our food it came out promptly. We ordered an A1 egg rolls and P12 and P13 which is pho soup. The food was delicious. This was the best pho we have had in a while. The atmosphere wasnt that great due to a party of four who were on the you ger side and loud. There also isn't any ambience music to drown out other people talking. The servers did stop by and ask how the meal was going, that was nice. Once they brought the check they took a little too long to come pick up the card even thou I put my card out right away. Overall, the good is delicious and I recommend this place for pho.

I love Vietnamese food! The beef and brisket Pho was the best I’ve had. We also had the pork egg rolls and they too were delicious. Next time I want to try the spring rolls and the (Bun) cold noodle and lettuce bowl with a protein. The big surprise was the price - very reasonable! I will be back and if the location was closer to me I would be there weekly ❤️

I’ve been here a few times now, and brought my fiancé with me to introduce her to little Saigon. She felt the same way I did, from the moment you walk in. It’s a nice, warm, and welcoming atmosphere. The decor almost feels like we’re eating at their house. Both of our waiters were great and constantly checking up on us. For starters we had their delicious fried egg rolls and some tea. We had rice noodle with pork and grilled shrimp with fried rice for our mains and everything was so good. We couldn’t finish our plates because of the portions they give. It’s a lot of food! We will be back soon. Thank you for dinner and the pleasant experience 🙏🏼❤️

Stopped there after a long weekend of drinking, it was delicious and cured my hangover 100% will go back again if im in the area. Good portions, reasonable price and great flavor

Our new favorite spot for delicious Vietnamese food !! Amazing service and Their broth is Pho-nomenal here… so clean and tasty! We also love the cozy nostalgic vibes..it’s so comforting !! Can’t wait to come back!!

Was the food good? It sure was. The service was a different story. We were sat and it too them 15 min to get our drinks. Once our order was finally taken we waited about 40 min for our food to come out. So yes the food was really good and service was really slow. Go at your own discretion.

First time here and was pleasantly surprised. The pho took a little linger to get than most other places, or perhaps they were waiting for us to eat our appetizer. 1. The meat was not as plentiful as the majority of other pho places which was a little disappointing, however, 2. The pho broth was obviously home made with live, not a bullion based pho. Although it could have used more star anise IMO. 3, the place while small as most pho places are, it didn't feel that way. I did NOT feel like i was elbows touching other dinners as many other pho places are. As a bigger woman i did NoT feel like i had to squeeze by other tables. 4. The staff were very pleasant and we did not have to wait for refills. And they handled special requests such as no onion garnishes on my soup were pleasantly handled. Even when I asked for a teaspoon of their spring roll sauce so that I could see what it was like for next time they had no problems with. It was a little dark, but I was still able to read the menu. And the darkness was actually comforting after being out in the Phoenix Sun. 5. The music was a nice level, we could talk across the table and NOT feel like we had to yell. I would suggest to the owners to either get rid of or take care of your fish tank better. I felt bad for the 1-2 fish inside it. The water was cloudy and probably needed a water change or the filtration changed out. And the inside glass needed cleaning for beginning of algae. It could have been a nice feature, but instead looks like a neglected decor afterthought. 6. I would come here again, especially if you want a sit down experience, or are brining guests and you wont feel rushed.

We met friends for dinner at Little Saigon. We were greeted and seated right away. Little Saigon is located in a cute little house in Glendale. There are three different rooms for customers to eat. We decided on two orders of shrimp, vermicelli, pork, vermicelli, and rice with stir fry vegetables and beef. Usually, we get the fish sauce first for the vermicelli noodles. This time our main entrées came with no sauce. We asked for the sauce and one bowl came out. Again we had to ask for two more bowls of sauce. Weird, this was the first time this has happened. I guess staff were a little off and busy tonight. I still give them five stars for the meal, which was delicious. The shrimp were grilled perfectly. It was a nice evening. Free street parking.

Tried this place Saturday night and it did not disappoint. For the appetizer we ordered the spring rolls. I like that they include veggies on the side, so you can wrap it with lettuce and cucumber. For the entree, I had the chicken curry with white rice. My favorite part was the carrots, they were so delicious. The sauce was thick and flavorful. The entire meal was a 5/5. There was no wait when we arrived at 7:30pm. The server was very friendly and prompt. Having the restaurant inside of a house makes it feels homey. Downtown Glendale is full of little gems.

Their pho is very good and I can't get enough of the potstickers ! I have been twice in the last two weeks and definitely plan on returning soon. -1 only because they have Mr.Pibb rather than Dr.Pepper. Very cozy place, can't wait for it to get chilly to enjoy even more.

Great service from San the moment we walked in. A very cute, homey and clean establishment tucked in Downtown Glendale. San took great care of us and we were ultimately happy with our meal! We ordered the beef pho and it was flavorful and came out quickly. I had a small issue with the lemongrass chicken but Kathy took care of it and was so sweet and helpful! Will for sure come again.

I did not expect to be able to find good Vietnamese food in Phoenix. Boy was I proved wrong. Everything was excellent with very fresh vegetables and perfect balance of spices. Not too oily and very flavorful. For our non-adventurous eater, we were able to get a beef stir-fry with veggies. The rest of us loved the cumin spiced fish specialty dish, spring rolls (excellent), pork belly, and the crepe was delicious as well. Finally, the service was excellent. The ambiance was classy (great place to take your mom!). Nice clean bathrooms and a not too bright lighting. So all in all a very pleasant experience.

All these years later and still just as amazing. We came for an early dinner and were pleasantly surprised or be seated right away. We started with egg rolls and then all three of us ended up ordering pho, two beef and shrimp and one with chicken. The flavors were awesome and veggies fresh. Service was great and we had no issues at all.

I love the ambiance of this place. I made a slight change to my Springfield roll order, no problem. The food arrived at the table pretty quickly, considering the account of customers. I will definitely visit again soon! The restaurant can accommodate large groups. Great place for date night. There's outdoor/indoor seating available. Accessible parking and entrance.

What a charming little Vietnamese restaurant @littlesaigonaz inside of an old house in historic downtown Glendale @historicdowntownglendale . With several different rooms tucked away throughout the restaurant, we were given a sense of privacy and intimacy. There's a large patio out front under a huge, old tree that I would love to sit under when the weather is cooler to watch shoppers walk by on the quiet downtown street. At night, the exterior and patio are lit up with colorful Christmas lights for a warm, welcoming feel. My daughter and Hubs came by last week for dinner after acupuncture across the street and came home raving about the delicious spicy chicken dish and pho. We all wanted to return this Wednesday and try dinner. The service was extremely attentive and friendly. We were sat at a large round table in the main room near the register. We ordered: - 03. CARI GA coconut curry chicken with potatoes, carrots & onions - 04. GÀ XÀO THẬP CẨM CAY spicy chicken stir-fried with mixed vegetables - D11. BO CUON LÁ NHO marinated beef wrapped in grape leaves with roll-it-yourself rice paper - R1. BÚN THỊT HEO NƯỚNG grilled pork Vermicelli Salad Bowl, add egg roll - P4. PHỞ TÁI BÒ VIÊN sliced beef & beef meatballs Pho x2 - TRÀ NÓNG hot jasmine tea for 2 - TRÀ THAI Thai tea My daughter really loved their Thai tea. Hubs and my other daughter said the pho was outstanding last night. I enjoyed every bite of my chicken curry dish with a side of veggies subbed for rice. It was spicy and flavorful, but not so much that I couldn't handle it and the vegetables were steamed just right. I was definitely sweating at the end of the meal in a good way.

Went here after my daughter's game, and wow--I can see why this place has such high reviews! The food was absolutely delicious--one of the best Thai restaurants I've been to in a long time. My wife and daughters all enjoyed their meals. We loved the variety of seafood, chicken, and beef options. My daughter ordered the beef pho, and it was fantastic. Great food, great experience--we're already looking forward to coming back soon!

I'm so glad we found this little gem. The ambiance feels very nostalgic and the pho is incredible! The vermicelli bowls are equally delicious. The team work together to give great service. We love coming here!

A delightful little hidden gem in downtown Glendale! We went on a Saturday at 1 PM and got right in with no wait. We had the rice noodle salad with shrimp and it was incredible! The shrimp was seasoned and cooked perfectly, the dressing that went over the noodle salad was fresh and bright, and you could add a little spice with the chili, which made it perfect! Highly highly recommend it was super delicious

Came here with my friend for lunch on a Friday afternoon. Comfortable homey cozy restaurant! Service went excellent and smooth. I ordered the beef, brisket with meatballs and tripe.. 3/5 for broth. The shrimp salad was delicious. It came with a unique round chip that you can eat it with. Great meal

Been out in AZ for over a year now and have been on the hunt for authentic VIETNAMESE food and this is pretty LEGIT! It's a bit of a drive for us but don't mind if food is good. Very cuute place that appears to be a traditional home made into a cozy restaurant. Restaurant was clean and it wasn't too busy for a Saturday afternoon . We were quickly greeted by a very sweet young lady who said we could sit anywhere we liked, we chose a quiet room off to the side. Decided to start off with egg rolls and viet coffee . To our surprise, both very good and fresh! I went with a beef pho and hubby went with lemon grass pork with vermicelli ..We were very satisfied with our dishes as this is as close as it gets to homemade VIET dishes as we can get! Quality, Freshness, Authenticity, and Yumminess spot on Only wished there were more herbs provided for pho and rice noodle wasn't overcooked. Other than that the broth was very delicious! We will def be frequent customers!! So glad we came across you on YELP! We inhaled our dishes so no pics avail

The best kept secret in old Town glendale az. I've been coming here for a very, very long time. Food is consistently good. I've known the chef for a long time. Time to revisit my old friends. Thanks for all the good times.

Shrimp Pho is amazing here so much flavor and a really good portion for the price. The atmosphere and service are very good as well!

This might be one of the cutest restaurants to eat in. Staff was kind, quick and helpful. Will go back for another visit for sure. The pho wax okay. Not great, but a slight better than good. Will go back to try other dishes. Great little place for a "date night". Seems like a place locals love. Keep supporting!

Very quiet and peaceful. Clean. Good service all around. I should've gotten egg rolls to go too, they were delish. It was very popular but not crowded. Enjoyable

What a great spot! I came here with my coworkers and I was excited to eat Vietnamese food - I haven't had pho in a while. Although the menu was large and they had a lot to offer, I ordered the Chicken Pho and asked about the broth, which is beef. Our waiter shared he could also use chicken broth, so I opted for that even though beef is okay with me (just not pork). They do offer a vegan bowl and vegan broth which is accommodating. My bowl was large and plentiful. I received the plate of topping prior to the bowl which included the standard basil, cilantro, bean sprouts, sliced jalapeños, and lime. Everything was delicious! I finished my pho and was not overly full, which was good. My lunch companions all seemed to enjoy their dishes as well, as they ordered rice vermicelli bowls with shrimp and tofu, tofu curry and plates, spicy chicken, and spring rolls. Service was efficient and friendly considering our large group, which is always appreciated. I love the atmosphere here of an older, cozy house and there's a nice patio and plants outside for when the weather is cooler. I'd like to come back and try some additional menu items!

When you first approach the restaurant what strikes you is the overall ambience of the place. i loved the atmosphere that it provided. The prices were fair and the food was also great. I enjoyed the food too. I got the pho with beef. It tastes like your average pho spot. The service was also great. I came with a bigger party and tended to my party well. Overall I would come back if I'm craving a simple bowl of pho

My parents and I visited here during time in Phoenix and were amazed with the quality of service. Our waiter was so kind and gave us wonderful menu recommendations. All the dishes we tried were delicious and the atmosphere of the small restaurant was cozy and inviting. Hope to return soon!

Came for lunch on Thursday at 11:30am. Been quite awhile since I've been here last so I needed to fix that. We were the only patrons so we were immediately seated. Quick glance at the menu and went with the Egg Rolls, Pho Ap Chao, and the Caramelized Catfish. Flipping delicious! Every dish was fricking good! My favorite was the catfish! Wanted to lick the claypot clean just to give an idea. Food came out quickly and service was good. They are consistent with food quality and service. Definitely recommend!

Best Vietnamese food you can find in Glendale! You can't beat the delicious noodles dishes and hot pho - Little Saigon always hits the spot :)

This place is a little hidden gem! In town and pulled up Yelp and was luck to come upon this little jewel. It's tucked off a side street in old town Glendale. From what I saw it's street parking only. It's a small building with twinkle lights and a cute front patio that I found endearing. Walking in you were hit with a delicious smell of spices and we knew we were in for a treat. We were seated immediately in a side room with 2 other couples and given menus. We did have to wait a few minutes for someone to return...not sure if it was because they were busy or something else, but once we ordered everything came quickly. Honestly, I can say these were the best spring rolls I've ever had! The pork that was inside was super flavorful and the rest of the ingredients were fresh and crunchy. I immediately regretted not ordering more. After that, it was on to our pho. Really amazing broth and great chicken. Honestly? Top 3 phos I've ever had! Definitely want to return next time I'm in town!

Good food with decent service I had the pho and I am not a pho nor soup fan. I actually quite enjoyed it. I do still prefer ramen but this was really flavorful. They give you a plateful of veggies you can put in your soup, i recommend adding it as soon as the soup arrives so it can cook a lil bit. There is also hoisin sauce and siracha on the table if you want a sweetness or spiciness to it.

I always love going to this mom/pop restaurant because they never disappoint us in service and food. It is clean, the people are friendly, prices are very reasonable and the food is delicious!

My husband and I came on a Sunday afternoon, were seated right away, and both ordered rice vermicello salad bowls with eggrolls. We both really enjoyed our meals and the price point is perfect.

Just came to visit AZ and wanted some Vietnamese food and found this place in downtown Glendale. The staff was really nice and very surprisingly the food came out so fast! The spring roll was good but the wrap was a little on the tougher side. The vermicelli pork bowl was pretty good and the portion was pretty big as well. The chicken pho was okay. The noodles could have been better but overall a pretty good Asian/ Vietnamese place to come in the area!

Love this place! I don't know where to begin but it's my family's new favorite spot to get pho :) The service is great, our server Luan was very nice and despite it being busy he was taking care of everyone! The restaurant is cute, cozy and very clean. Food was delicious probably the best pho in Phoenix. Give this place a try!

I've been coming since I was a kid and always recommend it to others! Definitely worth making the trip here, food is always on point and staff is always friendly

Food is awesome and cheap :) ive come here almost 4 times and it is great. Service is good and it feels like you are visiting someone's home.

Best Gyoza dumplings. I surmise these are actual made at the restaurant. Some of the best I have ever tasted. Good service, can be slow at usual peak times. Pho was decent, no complaints , I prefer meatballs to be char broiled, which is not the case on their menu.

Food, service, atmosphere, price all 10/10. Everything was delicious and our order came out to us so quickly!! Thanks so much!

Found this local favorite by pure luck! And wow! The food is packed with delicious flavor. I understand why people come here and you will too. Building looks to be a home converted into a restaurant but don't let that stop you. They are great at take out. Food is nicely packaged. I wish I could remember the exact numbers of the menu items we ordered but it was all delicious. Had no idea this little restaurant was voted best of Phoenix by New Times. They definitely earned my vote. Our server was quick to recommend dishes for us to try. Nice quick and courteous. We will definitely be back. Enjoy and thank me later!

The food is always delicious. The service is great! The young man serving us was so kind and was taking care of a packed restaurant the entire night. The vibe is very cute and cozy inside. Highly recommend.

Easily one of my favorite spots to get pho. The food is always delicious and service is fast, especially to go orders.

Food is amazing and great service best pho in the valley! So much ambiance! Wow so great!

Such an adorable spot. First time and we are definitely coming back. Everything we had, rice noddles, Pho, and Spicy Shrimp were so good. Service was good. Seated within minutes of signing seating sheet.

Came here for late lunch for the first time couple weeks ago with a friend at 2:00 pm, OMG we waited for 46 minutes to be exact! I talked to one of the waiters, why it's take so long to get a table and there were few tables available ? His answer was, ''we do our best '' really! The food was good actually, so the 3 stars is for the food.

Not much to say here. It to me was average pho. I feel like when you have to Dr it up a lot to taste good was it really their pho. They do have quite a few sauces to do that with tho. Wasn't much meat either. Service was decent. The atmosphere was nothing special besides being in historic Glendale. The entrance is probably the coolest part. Somewhat worth a try.

The food is delicious.good service but there is only a small parking space.My family is very shy when going to restaurants to eat.

We were looking forward to eating here based on the reviews. The restaurant was less than half occupied. We waited at the front for at least 15 minutes. The last 5 minutes of waiting, 2 more groups came in after us to eat. Finally we were seated without any apologies. The other groups were sat right after us. The server took the drink orders of the other tables and served their drinks before even coming up to us. After just about 10 minutes of waiting at our table, we just got up and left. Another couple who was waiting at the front decided to leave as well because they were waiting to be seated. It's unfortunate because I'm sure the food was good but the service was terrible.

First time to Little Saigon but not our last! We have eaten in many restaurants in Thailand, Cambodia, and Viet Nam. This was very authentic Vietnamese food and Thai tea! Portions are large and food is delicious. Be sure to ask about the level of spiciness as my dish was high end for a foreigner. Reasonable prices. We will be regulars.

Cute restaurant in downtown Glendale. It looks like it was previously a house. We ordered two beef and brisket pho, which was delivered seven minutes after sitting down. The service was great. I think the restaurant needs a good cleaning though, there was food splatter on the walls and our salt shaker had gunk on the inside.

It's the best Vietnamese food in the valley! I eat here monthly and when guests come into town !

I was excited to find this place! I met a friend for lunch who is local to the area. Located in downtown Glendale with plenty of street parking - this charming little house reminded me of the Asian cuisine I enjoyed in Seattle for the last 40+ years. It was busy but not overly so for a Sunday afternoon. I enjoyed a vermicelli bowl with grilled pork and lots of veggies with sauce. When I asked to sub rice instead of the noodles (texture issues) they had no issue with doing that. No additional charge for that either. Super friendly and efficient service, great price and no one made us feel uncomfortable or rushed when we continued to sit and visit for hours. Clean bathrooms with changing tables (nice touch!) and I personally saw tables being cleaned and sanitized. Everyone wore masks as well.

Cute little Vietnamese place .. I found it on Yelp and drove right past it. It's housed in a cute little house with a white picket fence, i wasn't expecting it! Walked in put my name on the list and was seated quickly in one of the rooms, every other table is occupied for social distancing. I ordered the vermicelli bowl with pork and added shrimp for $3. Well worth the it.. the shrimp were butterflied and were grilled nicely adding a tasty bite to my bowl. Pho, spring rolls, vegetarian options, rice bowls, seafood, tea & boba drinks also available. Good food, good service. Park on the street not in the lot next door.

It's a small, but very comfortable place to eat. Employees are so friendly and most important the food is delicious

I have been getting food from Little Saigon for years and never reviewed them! They are by downtown Glendale I'm a small spot behind st Vincent de Paul. You would miss them if you didn't know they were there. I love Vietnamese food and this place delivers on everything they do. We normally stick with vermicelli and chicken and some appetizers like spring and pork rolls. Their fried rice is amazing and the kids favorite. Everything always is fresh and delicious. Egg rolls are crispy and served with plenty of garnish and fish sauce. The spring rolls are stuffed with goodies and the peanut sauce is fabulous. Sometimes the chicken has gristle but it's still delicious. The prices are comparable to other Vietnamese spots and service is quick and friendly. Not long before we will be back for more!