Saigon Bowl

This is hands down one of the best Vietnamese restaurants I've been to--not just in Denver, but anywhere! And I have the glowing praise from my Vietnamese mom to back that up! We tried two different types of bánh canh (Vietnamese "udon" noodle soup), and both broths were incredibly rich and flavorful. My mom had the roasted duck noodle soup, and she couldn't stop raving about it--from the perfectly cooked duck to the depth of the broth. She's a tough critic, so that says a lot! My sister and mom also got durian and soursop smoothies, respectively, and both were big fans of their drinks! The herb plate was generous, to say the least. We actually had to ask the server to take some away because there was no way we could finish it all. But beyond the quantity, the quality was on point--10/10. I didn't spot a single brown leaf or any imperfections. Everything was fresh and vibrant. As for the service, it was equally top-notch. The staff were friendly, attentive, and genuinely warm, making us feel like we were part of their family the whole time we were there. My mom's already planning a family outing here to try even more dishes from their extensive menu. Can't wait to come back!

Ordered the appetizer platter and the hot pot combo. Appetizer platter could feed 4-6 people and had a variety of delicious items (soft shell crab, shrimp, grilled pork, etc.) to wrap into a roll. Hot pot had a lot of meat and vegetables. Broth was very flavorful. Would definitely be back with my family!

One of my favorite places to go when we’re in Denver I love the fun spring roll so very much and the service is very friendly and it’s very clean inside and it’s got a great location

I ordered the Jumbo Shrimp Charred Fried Rice. I got 4 medium shrimp, zero char, few spices, and a bunch of fried rice. I do not recommend ordering from this restaurant.

My recent visit to Saigon Bowl left me with an overwhelmingly positive impression. Nestled in the heart of the city, this quaint eatery offers an authentic taste of Vietnamese cuisine that truly satisfies. Opting for the combo rice plate, I was treated to a culinary adventure that exceeded my expectations. The harmony of flavors, from the tender meats to the fragrant herbs, was nothing short of excellent. Each bite transported me to the bustling streets of Saigon, where culinary mastery reigns supreme. Moreover, the ambiance of the restaurant added to the overall experience. The warm, inviting atmosphere coupled with attentive service made for a memorable dining outing. In conclusion, Saigon Bowl stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of Vietnamese gastronomy. For those seeking an unforgettable culinary journey, look no further than Saigon Bowl. And if you're unsure of what to order, do yourself a favor and indulge in their combo rice plate—it's truly a culinary masterpiece.

This restaurant was nice enough to let our 18-21 transition group of disabled students sit at their outdoor eating area while we were on a community outing. The staff is very kind and the dumpling soup was hot and yummy ☺️. Thank you all!

Seated quickly, service was okay. Had a 61, ingredients were good (noodles, meat, veg). Did not like the broth at all. Sweet broth with zero taste of traditionally used spices. Walls could use a cleaning, soup spoon had a very small particle of old food on it.

My mom and I come here all the time and Lam really made us feel special. The food is always great, but the service today was amazing. He really went above and beyond for us. I highly recommend this place to all my friends and family. Also…the egg rolls here are the best in town. Definitely worth it!

We've been coming here several times a year for at least the last 15 years. We typically order #160, which is "Our Famous Combo Appetizer with Grilled Shrimps, Soft-shelled Crab, Pork, Chicken, Fried Shrimp Paste & Egg Roll Rice Paper Wrap." Price has crept up to $44 now, but it is still a huge platter of food that five of us (ok 2 are youths of 10 and 13 years) could barely finish. Drinks (all non alcoholic) were surprisingly expensive and five of them cost nearly as much as the #160. Despite some reservations about the cost, I will say the quality has been maintained every time we've eaten here over the last 15 years.

The Vietnamese food here is so authentic like my mom's home cooking, that I was craving while visiting Colorado! The Guo Cuon was enough to feed our table of 8, they brought out 3 full bags of rice paper, and we had almost a full bag to take home. The pork and crab was SO good! The salads were SO good, we ordered the pork, shrimp, and seafood one that had squid! Everything was so yummy but the jellyfish on top was quite salty. The mussels were so good, I'd recommend not adding the extra salt and pepper, just the leaf that comes with. We also ordered the bun Bo hue, the spicy beef noodle, but it wasn't up to my standard. The broth was not spicy and the noodles were too soft. The bun lemongrass, the noodle bowl, had an overwhelming amount of noodles. It was ok at best. The beef was good but not what I expected. We also ordered flat noodles, which was fried and stir fried again, very crispy and soft at the same time. I have never had it like that, but it was good. The veggies and meat on top soften the noodles. The Com Dac Biet, the rice dish with the pork, chicken and beef with veggies and egg, was good. Exactly what you'd expect. The pork was the best! Overall, such a good spot to try so much food! The service was good, with a large party. The food came out quick. The ambience was good, not modern but had large TVs. The waiter turned on the soccer game for visitors who asked for it. There is also a large VIP room with karaoke in the back! I'd definitely come back when I visit again!

Quick service. Ordered a pork grilled noodle bowl. The pork was tender but didn't have that grilled texture and flavor. Decent portion for the price. Felt like they were in a hurry for us to leave. Brought over the check before we were done eating.

After being a guest for decades, the food was mediocre. The Bunbowl was smaller, less meat, fish, and the noodles were stuck.$20 bucks!!! Not worth it.

Delicious Vietnamese food. Didn't a delivery from here with the spring rolls ( great, nothing out of the ordinary but good). Favorite is the rice plate with pork chop, egg rolls, chicken and pork combination. Wow, the pork chop is the star of the dish. The other meats are good but the pork chop stands out. So much food (always have left overs). Feel like the value for price is great.

I was craving snails and Saigon Bowl was one of the few places in Denver that serves up just the way I like them! They came out sizzling hot and packed with flavor! My soup was also good. Service was a little slow but overall a good experience.

We really enjoyed getting Vietnamese food from Saigon Bowl. Our favorite dish was the papaya salad. We came to try the bun Bo hue but left loving the papaya salad the best. Great spice to each dish! We also really enjoyed the coconut juice/water with the coconut flesh inside! We are from Hawaii so it reminds us of home. Would get 5 stars if they had better flavor of the bun Bo hue and better service. The service was good enough but not as friendly as we would have hoped. Either way still worth a visit!

Crazy delicious! I went on a very busy weekday lunch hour. The place was definitely hopping! The menu was very large and I didn't know what to order except I explained to the waiter that I wanted something with broth and noodles and chicken. He brought me a very tasty dish that was a little spicy, which I loved.. I can't wait to try this again!

Being from SoCal, I'm usually hesitant to order pho when I travel, but I decided to take a chance and got the pho filet with fresh flat noodles--it did not disappoint! The staff was friendly, efficient, and professional. Highly recommend this spot!

We arrived early for an event so we decided to have an early brunch. Heard about this restaurant so we went in. Greeted and seated right away. We ordered and of course I ended up with a no soup bowl of noodles. Sigh. I always forget to look closely. I ordered the grilled shrimp rice noodle bowl and he ordered the Pho Dac Biet. It's combo meats in a beef flavored rice noodle soup. Because it was cold the soup was lovely. I took some and spooned it into my noodle bowl. He liked his dish and ate it all. The grilled shrimp in my dish was delish. Tasty and well seasoned and not over cooked. Just not a fan of the dry noodles. If I had one complaint it would be that the server didn't refill my water and I ran out. They were busy chatting with each other. Would we come back? I'm not sure.

I guess I should have noticed it's a Vietnamese place, not a Thai place but the photo in the menu sold me on getting Pad Thai. It had ok sauce and noodles but absolutely no spring onions, peanuts, carrots, jalapenos, etc... avoid the Pad Thai. Spring rolls were pretty good though.

First time via recommendation from a friend. Excellent service, ambiance, and food was fantastic. Flavors are very subtle and delicious. Had the Kung Pao chicken off the lunch menu. Will be back to try other dishes.

Came in for new years- had a table for 10 ppl. We ordered food for family style- the dishes that was under family size were actually pretty small. The pho was warm- not hot. It was okay to be honest

I can't help but to wonder why it took me over 20 years to comeback to this establishment. I remember as a teenager this was the go to spot for good Vietnamese food and a great hangout spot back in my days. As the weather gets cooler in Denver, I was in the mood for a good noodle soup. I've ordered the banh can Tom (crab meat and shrimp noodle soup) and it's a game changer. If you're wanting to try something different from pho this is it! The soup is thicker, the noodles are thicker, and it's more of a hearty soup. Definitely hit the spot and for the price of $16, it was definitely worth it!

Best Com Dac Biet in Denver and it's not even close. Service is fast and responsive. Staff is the same year after year, which is great. It's your standard sit-down restaurant. Nothing odd or out of the ordinary.

New favorite spot for vermicelli, all I have to do is get back to Denver for a visit. Snappy fresh, loaded with veggies, light and clean flavors, ALL I've been thinking about since my first visit!

Everything here was absolutely delicious. I always look for Vietnamese restaurants that don't just do pho -- but also hot pot and Bun no Hue and DIY spring roll platters and other authentic Vietnamese dishes. This place has it all. Loved the bun bo hue broth -- and asked for some Thai chilis to make it super spicy, which served quickly obliged. Only thing was that I asked for no cilantro, and they didn't listen. But I just scooped it out.

We wanted to try something different then Pho, We got the family meal which was so worth it. For 36$ you get 4 entrees and rice, something to try if you don't want pho. we got the shrimp and pork salad, soup with shrimp, lemon grass chicken, and braised pork belly. The lemongrass chicken was soooo spicy. I haven't had something that spicy in a long time! It was very flavorful though! We loved the pork belly, savory and sweet at the same time, loved that it came in a stone pot. The soup was kept boiling. It was sour and sweet at the same time we got it with shrimp The shrimp and pork salad deft had a kick. They give you a good amount of shrimp and pork! For a side we got steamed clams! Hands down they were the best thing! You get 9 calms, they were covered in delicious garlic sauce. I love Saigon bowl and there other entrees besides pho

I have regularly come to Saigon bowl for four years. Today I ordered a takeout chicken noodle bowl. Unfortunately, it was given to me with raw chicken in it. When I called for replacement they were short, but eventually offered to replace it. But when I came in to get my new food I was immediately suspected of trying to steal from the business and told that if I did not bring in the meal with the raw meat that they would not replace it. After some arguing they finally replaced it, but then said don't come back here without the meal because we don't know if you're telling the truth or not. I even showed them a picture! No apology. No refund. No attempt to even make it right. Save yourself the trouble and go to Viet's.

Saigon Bowl is the place to go to for cheap and tasty Vietnamese food. The menu pretty much has everything on there: rice, noodle, pho, soup, salad, beef, chicken, pork, shrimp, fish, seafood, vegetarian, etc. Unless it is a really obscure Vietnamese dish, the chances are high that you can find whatever you are thinking of on the menu. My boyfriend and I have been to Saigon Bowl twice. I have tried the pho (beef noodle soup) and the banh xeo (Vietnamese crepe). He has stuck with the com dac biet (combo rice plate). The pho was good. The banh xeo was okay. I got to try some of the rice plate, and the meats on there were all tasty. The portions are big but not too crazy. Both times, we left really full but not too stuffed. With so many choices on the menu, it is tough to make a decision on what to order. The easy decision though is picking Saigon Bowl as a meal option that gives you your bang for your buck.

What happened to this awesome place. It must've changed hands. Sweet-and-sour soup was totally different. The service was with a scowl and rude. The food was undercooked and didn't taste good. This place used to be a gem. There are other Vietnamese restaurants now and I will be trying them out. This is no longer might go to.

Places like this are treasures and stay true form with their flavors. The menu is vast and we had to narrow down to a few items but I'm excited to come back and try the entire menu. First dish was the salt and pepper calamari. Dusted with salt and white pepper in a corn and rice flour coating, these morsels were great accompanied by a spicy dipping sauce. The crunch was ethereal. Next was partners bun that had proper imperial rolls. The big difference for this dish was the property fried imperial rolls. They were crispy and has the tapioca flour coating. The side of deep fried prawns was great. Lastly the pho was excellent. Salty, sweet, piquant and sour combine to make the one dish meal outstanding. Service is great and quick. So happy to patronize then during this trying time.

Worst experience ever!! My friend called to Placed a Togo order over the phone, when she got there they told her she's required to tipping them a minimum of 20%. She didn't and they told her she was cheap in her face. Will never ever go back there.

After a nice long walk outside, decided to treat myself to some pho. Looked up places and this place took me back here again. I came back here to see if the pho was good. Especially because they had pho with lobster tail!!! That immediately sparked my interest. I got here around 2ish on a Sunday afternoon. I was sat down immediately. I started off with a small wonton soup and plain eggrolls. The wontons in the soup was good but the broth was a bit oily. It was just okay. The eggrolls where okay as well. I then ordered a small rare steak pho with lobster tail and a taro boba. My pho came out and it looked fantastic. The pho was only okay too. The broth is not the best nor was it boiling hot enough when serving pho. The point of pho is that it's supposed to be served steaming boiling hot. The lobster tail, I think going forward, they should really consider taking the lobster tail out of the shell. Trying to dissect the cooked lobster tail out of the shell was quit a hot challenge. Lol. It was messy and I had to go wash my hands and then eat. I didn't like that it was messy. The taro boba was very delicious but I did not like the boba at all. The boba was not very well cooked. The taro minus the boba was probably the best thing I enjoyed. I was sad to give this place a 3 star but I hope they can totally enhance the quality and taste of their food. Maybe at some point I will come back and try them again but not any time soon.

Go for the excellent pho and the amazing mixed grill spring roll appetizer (Dong Khanh). All problems I previously had with cleanliness have been solved.

Local Vietnamese food that is exactly what you expect it to me! Pretty large portions and great taste. They're usually a bit busy, so make sure to give yourself some time before you pick up your order. But this place is a federal staple and will be always be a top pick for me

Delicious pho served super hot and fresh! I got the veggie + tofu with beef broth and it was so flavorful! I also ordered the shrimp & pork spring rolls and those were fantastic as well. Very friendly service!

The kind of grimy, kind of worn exterior and interior of this restaurant was a a bit off putting. The menu was extensive and had great variety. Clearly not a typical Asian restaurant catering to a Eurocentric American crowd. Stunning great food. Quantities of the basil, and add in veggies were huge. Portions were impressive. Service was brusque and uninvested. Cannot wait to go back and enjoy the amazing food! Ignore the exterior and interior; go someplace else for service. Come here to feast! Thank you, Bill

food and energy of this place is great however staff lacks customer service training. The male waiter (maybe in 20-30s)was incredibly rude, cold and transactional. I could sense irritation and agitation from the moment he almost yelled at me take a seat. As a result, I left him with a very low tip. I could hear him scoff under his breath. Very unprofessional!

Large pho.. when it came. We were really surprised .. wowww look at that humongous bowl!! What we normally eat as large .. here is called medium. Big is about 1.4x medium sized. Tons of meat but they are rather chewy. 3/5 Egg noodle soup with duck and wontons. The wontons ... average we've had much better elsewhere. Wontons have no shrimp in them. 3/5 Both soup .. I can't detect MSG in them, but broth are rather sweet ... did they sprinkle sugar in them? Broth for wonton noodle and pho were different in taste. But both a bit sweet. The star of the meal was the grilled pork pieces (not pork chop) .. generous amount of meat, it was smoky (which is hard to get), perfectly seasoned, delectably charred. And sliced thinly. 5/5 Durian boba 5/5 on point.. you can detect the strong durian smell which is a must and it wasn't too sweet. Now service was lacking .. hubby had to get his own paper napkins. Nobody refilled our water and asked how we were doing. But they gave us cloth napkins .. it's just that we are so used to having paper napkins that we felt we needed it

I am never disappointed. The pork spring rolls are awesome. So much flavor, very crispy, and the sauce is *muah*. They bring out the set up for making the perfect traditional Vietnamese iced coffee here. I missed it so much. Sign me up for any coffee that has condensed milk. I recommend getting the veggie pho and beef on the side. That way you get all the yummy veggies AND the thinly sliced beef if that's your thing. Their chicken and rice dishes are also very good. To be honest, I haven't had a bad thing there. Enjoy!

Haven't been back to Saigon Bowl for about a year and a half but man, not only did they expand but they also had a upgrade with their interior. Food is always amazing and the price is good too. You can get your traditional Vietnamese pho or bun or rice dishes but you can also venture out to try other things like their mini hot pot, or their Bun Bo Hue type of noodle soups. I personally really love the variety and always thought their Dong Kang dish is worth getting and sharing with friends/family too. Get the bigger one for about $30 if you're like me, only eating that and shared with about 3 people including myself. Be careful walking around in the restaurant especially when going to the bathroom, the floor can be super slick and I was not wearing grippy shoes. I feel like I had to walk like a penguin to get my footing. Other than that, the restaurant has great food, decent prices, and great customer service!

Don't come here. If you do don't get this guy as your server. It is a TERRIBLE experience every time i come in with my friends and family. Thuc is the worst server and there were bugs all over the veggies. I have grown up eating here for over 10 years and we like the food here dearly so we always return. However this server Thuc has given us the worst experience my family and I had in our entire life. We had one incident with him for wanting to change our soup because his thumb was in the soup and ever since then he treats us so poorly. He checked on every table around us besides us. Never offered more water. Never Asked how the food was. Just walked past us. We had to go to the front to ask for more sides and help at the table and he walked off in the kitchen mid conversation. SO UNPROFESSIONAL AND RUDE! I'm also a server at another pho restaurant so I understand how to take care of customers. But Thuc is just EXTREMELY RUDE every single time we come in! I try to talk to the manager but the manager is never there!! No one was helping us besides a different lady server which we appreciated and tipped her instead. I'm sorry but this guy needs to be fired. It's every time he serves my family and I l, he is outrageously mean and rude. You don't treat your customers like this no matter what.

This restaurant is amaaaazing. It reminds me of the restaurants I went to growing up in San Jose. Yes, the menu is crazy big, please ask the servers what they recommend. If you're looking for something like pho, but want to try something new, try my favorite dish, the bun bo Hue. It's a spicier, porkier, more adventurous dish. I'm really picky about it, and I think theirs is delicious. Even the pork blood cube is fresh! (Did I forget to mention that part?) And to address the other reviews about iffy service... yo, it's a Vietnamese restaurant... a good one! That's just what the culture is. Don't be offended, just eat all your food, and be patient. If you want good service, go somewhere with iffy food.

I went to one of my favorite restaurants today. I have been a regular customer for over 10 years and have introduced a great number of my friends and business associates to this wonderful restaurant. Unfortunately today I had my first major disappointment. I had ordered number 57 and explicitly requested a vegetarian egg roll. I always do this for that particular dish and have always been accommodated. When I advised the waiter that I had not received a vegetarian egg roll but one that contained meat he scowled at me and told me that he would take my dish back to the kitchen and exchange the egg roll for what I originally ordered. The roll was cut into about eight pieces. I had eaten one and a half of one before I realized that what I was not eating was not an vegetarian egg roll. I told the waiter that I didn't think that was very sanitary. (Most of us know that when you have to send back a dish sometimes strange things happen to it). I told the waiter that I would be happy to pay for a replacement but he insisted in taking my bowl back to the kitchen. I refused and told him to forget it. I simply did not eat the the remnant. Because the food is always so good, I'll go back. However, I will never have the waiter I had today wait on me again.

This is the real authentic Vietnamese place. They have many choices of authentic foods to choose from. Service were very attentive place is very clean. Recommend this place for those who want authentic Vietnamese foods. Will return.

Poor service. No one smiled when we walked in, when they took our order, when they brought our food or when we left. Surly, The food for all 3 of us was lukewarm at best. Someone was walking around with a fly swatter swatting at flies but wasn't cleaning the areas where they fell, such as the tables. Gross. Barely a thank-you when we left. Never again for this place

Please beware!!! Ordered Pho lasted night for a friends birthday dinner. Within 1/2 of leaving Saigon Bowl I became violently ill. Notified restaurant who blamed me for eating that particular type of Pho.. Will never go back!!!

Wow! I had no idea they expanded and renovated and along with it the menu seemed to have expanded and gotten an upgrade as well! On paper they already offer so many mouth-watering choices, it took hubby and me a while to land on #47 (Shredded Pork Skin and Egg Roll Noodle Bowl) AND #201 (beef wrapped shrimp, grilled, atop rice noodles), respectively. His is a typical Noodle Bowl offered almost at every Vietnamese restaurant, however, the shredded pork skin elevated the whole thing! It looks like another kind of noodle but spongier and peppered with a ton of peanut powder which made it a delight to eat! Perfect for days when you crave for a lot of fried egg rolls 'cause the bowl was full of them! I had to complement the meal with mine which had a lot of meat! Oh, and #201 in particular doesn't come with rice papers (the presentation of the dish would lead you to think it does) which worked out perfectly for me! Really enjoyed the beef wrapped around shrimp (both were tender and completed each other flavor-wise) and had fun dousing the rice noodles with lots of fish sauce. It was a fun dish to eat. I'll be sure to visit again now they're more spacious and service seems to be quicker!

The actual food is delicious, I have been a regular here for about a year. My complaints come from one specific server who is always rude. I went there with my boyfriend recently, he barely gave us any time to decide what to order. He was impatient and seemingly annoyed. He didn't even acknowledge when we politely asked for a to go box. He then proceeded to demand a tip, after his unacceptable customer service. He even spoke underneath his breath to me as we where leaving. I will not be coming here again, not recommend this place to anyone ever.

Food was excellent as always. We have been going here for a while, but one specific server was being so rude and didn't acknowledge us at all. It is unacceptable to be treated that way. It honestly made you lose business because of this server. On top of that when I asked for a to go box he brought it rudely and got mad I didn't tip him. He was rude to my girlfriend after we left. So I ain't tippin shit

The worst customer service. We were wondering why the restaurant was so empty...the waitstaff is not friendly at all and don't bring you water or feel any need to give decent service. I would not eat here again.

We came here for a late dinner (around 8:45 PM), and they were kind enough to still seat us. I got the Dong Khanh rice/egg noodles (#83), which had shrimp, imitation crab, squid, shrimp/fish balls, BBQ pork, and duck. The bowl was huge and very filling. I thought the soup base was flavorful and rich, and I enjoyed the variety of meats in the soup. I would have liked a little more meat to balance out the noodles, but it was still very enjoyable. I also shared the spring rolls with some friends, and I thought they were just ok. Maybe the rolls needed more filling, or maybe something wasn't fresh, since I feel like I've had better elsewhere. Overall, I think this is a solid restaurant with a variety of options and quality food.

We got this for take out and it was pretty good. My fiancé got the combination noodle bowl and there were good portions of noodles, veggies, and meat. We also got the crab soup. It was ok, not the best. It was cold when I ate it, so I'm guessing they don't make this fresh. I used to come here a lot a few years ago, seems like things have changed a bit.

Never fails. In 12 years coming here it's still and always the best. The rice paper wraps #152 is my favorite dish. So good it's hard to explore the amazing menu cuz I want this

Cute sign, great website, extensive menu - on top of all that, lots of tables sat (socially distanced, Wednesday lunch time) . Nestled in the corner of the Little Saigon Business District aka Far East Asian Plaza, sits Saigon Bowl. They've been here twenty years according to their website. The food that was walked past me to other tables looked fantastic. My goi cuon was yummy. I ordered the Bánh Xeo so it took a little longer to prepare, but was well worth the wait. I should have gotten better pictures, but I forgot since I was so hungry!

I think it's time to give Saigon Bowl a review after eating here for 15+ years. I absolutely love their combo appetizer, we always order it. The price has definitely gone up, but it's worth every penny. You get a ton of food. This could easily feed 3 people. Absolutely fresh and delicious. I have basically tried almost everything on the menu and it's always delicious.

We generally get good service here and the food comes out quickly! Great for family style meals. In the past we've ordered more specialty items like the snails and clams which were good and fresh. Our usual is the tu quy/spring roll platter.

My daughter and I have come here for years. When she was in elementary school we came a couple times per month.