Saigon Phở
Saigon Phở — honest vietnamese in Albany Park. Order the Spring Rolls. It has that lived-in, been-here-forever warmth. [$$]
What 183 diners keep saying
What 183 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“Saigon Phở really surprised me in the best way. The Bánh Canh Cua Tôm was the absolute standout — rich, silky broth, loaded with crab flavor, and the kind of chewy noodles that make you slow down just to savor every bite. The shrimp was fresh, the seasoning was on point, and the whole bowl felt like pure comfort done right. The Bún bò Huế didn’t quite reach the same heights — a bit more muted than I expected — but honestly, the strength of that Bánh Canh Cua Tôm more than made up for it. When a restaurant nails a specialty that hard, you can’t help but appreciate it. Overall, Saigon Phở is definitely worth a visit, especially if you’re craving a bowl that hits deep with flavor. The Bánh Canh Cua Tôm alone is enough to bring me back.”
“My family recently had the pleasure of dining at Saigon Phở, a Vietnamese restaurant. What made our dinner extra special was the welcoming and warm atmosphere of the owners' Wendy and John. They even have personal recommendations from the menu. The menu features a wonderful variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes, bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors. What truly stood out, though, was the authenticity of the food. Each dish felt lovingly prepared and thoughtfully presented, making every bite a delightful journey through the diverse tastes of Vietnam. If you’re a fan of Vietnamese cuisine or simply looking to try something new, I highly recommend Saigon Phở. Whether you’re craving a comforting bowl of pho or a refreshing banh mi, this place delivers exceptional food with heart and soul. We can’t wait to return! Thanks again, Wendy, it was your kindness and warmth that really made the night unforgettable.”
“We travelled from California and it was the best! Their pho and fried rice were incredibly delicious!”
“1 phần nhiều nha. Ăn không nổi phải đem về 😂 ở VN ăn bò ít hơn lá lốt còn bên đây thịt nhiều hơn lá nên chưa quen kkk 😂 rau đầy đủ và tươi, còn mắm nêm thì tạm. Bò kho thì ở VN cũng hay ăn kèm muối tiêu chanh, bên đây ai cần thì xin nhen. Mở tới 10h tối nên đi chơi ở Chicago còn kịp ăn, nhiều chỗ 9h đóng rồi sớm quá 😃 Chị chủ (hay là quản lý) nhiệt tình, hay để ý đến khách vì mình ngồi tuốt bên ngoài nên giơ tay chị đã thấy và ra về chị còn với ra cám ơn thân thiện. Bạn nhân viên thì mình ord bò lá lốt mà nghe sao ra bò nướng nên phải chờ đổi. Ăn hồi tháng 5/2024”
“Had a wonderful dinner here!!!! We were not served by the robot BUT IT WAS VERY EXCITING!!! I had the crunchy noodles and they were delicious, once I figured out how to eat them. I had them with chicken and they were good! My friend had seafood rice soup, others mentioned but the seafood was cooked a bit long The spring rolls were delicious and I loooved the peanut sauce Also very good thai ice tea!”
“Clean and bright spot with nice staff. The half moon rice paper holder is cool but does require some maneuvering. Veggies were fresh but where is the basil 🌿? The bun vermicelli unfortunately lack flavor especially the sauce is not quite on par even after we added some lime 🍋🟩 on our own. And CHANGE the sauce for the betel leave please. The papaya salad was fresh . But again, their sauce is just off, making flavoring for the entire meal just slightly lacking. The pancake needs oil that’s hot and fresh … theirs was not crispy enough so you can taste the thick batter in oil 🤮 The spring roll skin was sooo dry 😂 The tofu version was like chewing cardboard. A few second more in soaking the paper may remedy the problem … or if they make it when we order 🧐”
“I was told by a Vietnamese friend that the best pho in town can be found here. It didn't really match my palate. I wasn't excited about it. Not much depth in the broth flavor or freshness with the accoutrements. Thai iced tea was not rich. A bit watery.”
“It was our first time here. We ordered dishes that complete our family dinner of 3. The vegetable dish was the best. The protein shrimps and bacon dish: the shrimps was cooked too long it is chewy . Sour fish soup was a little off in taste. The prices were a couple dollars cheaper compared to other restaurants in the neighborhood, but the portions were very small. We didn’t like to waste food, even though we finished all the food, but we are not going to order these dishes again if we come back.”
“Ordered takeout tonight! Everything was just on point. Honestly best Vietnamese food I've had in Chicago. Service was also solid. Thank you!!! We will be back.”
“Thật tuyệt vời quán ăn rất ngon lần đầu tiên tôi được thưởg thức món bò Huế của Vietnam”
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