Reviews - Saigon Express

Though the banh mi I had was a bit small, I really like it (and the Thai Tea! . The employees were very polite and kind. Please visit this restaurant! Service:... read more Though the banh mi I had was a bit small, I really like it (and the Thai Tea! . The employees were very polite and kind. Please visit this restaurant! Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 4 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Grilled Pork Banh MI 5

My best restaurant in Berkeley! My recommendation is just Number 51 or 47 Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphe... read more My best restaurant in Berkeley! My recommendation is just Number 51 or 47 Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

This is my favorite lunch spot around campus. the food is soooo good and the owners are very friendly. the service is super quick. Service: Dine in Meal type: L... read more This is my favorite lunch spot around campus. the food is soooo good and the owners are very friendly. the service is super quick. Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $1–10 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

The Bahn Mi sandwiches are what makes me keep coming back. While the bahn mi are tasty (they have vegetarian option) the price is what gets me, $4.50 each! Can’... read more The Bahn Mi sandwiches are what makes me keep coming back. While the bahn mi are tasty (they have vegetarian option) the price is what gets me, $4.50 each! Can’t find that cheap anywhere else in Berkeley (I’ve looked). Even when they’re busy the line goes quick. Just make sure to bring cash for orders under $8

The best sandwich in downtown Berkeley! The staff is incredibly friendly, and the food is fantastic. If you have diabetes, Sandwich 1 is an excellent option—it'... read more The best sandwich in downtown Berkeley! The staff is incredibly friendly, and the food is fantastic. If you have diabetes, Sandwich 1 is an excellent option—it's low in sugar, and the bread is healthier, resembling French bread rather than the sugar-laden American variety.

I experienced food poisoning that was among the worst I've ever had. I ate three veggie spring rolls at 4 PM, and by 2:15 AM to 3:15 AM, I was throwing up four... read more I experienced food poisoning that was among the worst I've ever had. I ate three veggie spring rolls at 4 PM, and by 2:15 AM to 3:15 AM, I was throwing up four times. I wish I could give this place zero stars.

I ordered the Claypot with Shrimp, and a few minutes later, it arrived at my table piping hot. The vegetables had a perfectly crisp al dente texture, just the w... read more I ordered the Claypot with Shrimp, and a few minutes later, it arrived at my table piping hot. The vegetables had a perfectly crisp al dente texture, just the way I prefer.

The people here are so nice, and the service is amazing! The food is super good, and they have some vegetarian options as well, which is rare to find with Vietn... read more The people here are so nice, and the service is amazing! The food is super good, and they have some vegetarian options as well, which is rare to find with Vietnamese places. Overall amazing!

The owner is incredibly friendly and his hospitality makes dining here a pleasure. I appreciate his kindness. I know this place is at the very heart of Berkeley... read more The owner is incredibly friendly and his hospitality makes dining here a pleasure. I appreciate his kindness. I know this place is at the very heart of Berkeley, and I've become a regular customer. However, I think the $10 flat rate is a bit pricey, though I understand the reasons behind it. Regardless, I will definitely keep coming back because the pho is delicious, and the owner is always open to making adjustments to your order.

This restaurant offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine, run by Vietnamese owners who speak the language! The prices are quite reasonable too, with banh mi sandwich... read more This restaurant offers authentic Vietnamese cuisine, run by Vietnamese owners who speak the language! The prices are quite reasonable too, with banh mi sandwiches starting at just $4.50 each.

This is a lovely, clean Vietnamese restaurant located in the college town. The pho was excellent, and the chicken salad bowl was fresh, lean, and full of flavor... read more This is a lovely, clean Vietnamese restaurant located in the college town. The pho was excellent, and the chicken salad bowl was fresh, lean, and full of flavor. It's a great choice for lunch!

The pho here is really delicious and the portion sizes here are fantastic. The shrimp spring rolls were also really delicious. Prices are very reasonable and th... read more The pho here is really delicious and the portion sizes here are fantastic. The shrimp spring rolls were also really delicious. Prices are very reasonable and the food comes out pretty quickly.

What they call the Salad Bowl is pretty good. The chicken salad bowl is my favorite. For me, it’s a sort of Bún Chà, but already mixed. And you can choose the p... read more What they call the Salad Bowl is pretty good. The chicken salad bowl is my favorite. For me, it’s a sort of Bún Chà, but already mixed. And you can choose the protein. It’s scrumptious. In general you will have big portions and intense flavors. In short: Quality and quantity here are outstanding. And the best thing: it’s cheap. At least for Berkeley standards. (8-10 usd). And if you buy Banh Mi, it’s actually much cheaper. Do yourself a favor and come here.

One of the best spring rolls I ever had Personally tofu is better than shrimp spring roll but both were good read more One of the best spring rolls I ever had Personally tofu is better than shrimp spring roll but both were good

Fantastic pork vermicelli, quick service, clean interior. Great place to stop for lunch! read more Fantastic pork vermicelli, quick service, clean interior. Great place to stop for lunch!

The banh mi is likely the highlight of the menu. Unfortunately, my $16 chicken udon pho was a letdown, as it arrived with overcooked, gummy chicken that lacked... read more The banh mi is likely the highlight of the menu. Unfortunately, my $16 chicken udon pho was a letdown, as it arrived with overcooked, gummy chicken that lacked flavor. I suspect the broth was just a cheap, uninspired version. I mentioned the issue to the owners, but they acted as if it was perfectly normal. I left feeling very disappointed.

The prices for what you get here simply can't be beat! My Vietnamese friend loves this place because it reminds her of home, with authentic recipes and generous... read more The prices for what you get here simply can't be beat! My Vietnamese friend loves this place because it reminds her of home, with authentic recipes and generous portion sizes. Like the banh mi here is $6!!! That's amazing for a place situated in downtown Berkeley, and it makes for a great lunch stop for local workers and students. I personally love getting their bun bo hue and pho. The broth for both is super flavorful and rich, and the bun bo hue is actually spicy! A lot of places I've been to serve mild or non spicy bun bo hue, but this place doesn't skimp out on the spice! It's a good, warm, sinus clearing kind of spicy, mmm. I could go on about this place, but Saigon Express is a must-try! The staff here is also very nice and they remind me of my grandparents :

WoW, so went there made my order, after order been prepared I set in the car to eat my spring rolls and noticed there is no spring rolls in my bag…I went back,... read more WoW, so went there made my order, after order been prepared I set in the car to eat my spring rolls and noticed there is no spring rolls in my bag…I went back, got my spring rolls, but look what I got as bonus I am blond sad as my husband)Think black hair wrapped as bonus .Food really don’t not taste well, as well is when I asked for raw steak pho I had a response « we can not do raw meat, or we will get in trouble » which made me think about a quality of meat there.Please go to spot near , do not choose this one since guys do not care for food safety