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    Brodard Express

    4.5 (273 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Grilled Pork Spring Roll
    Wendy C.

    Frankly I wasn't expecting much given that it's a quick service option located in an airport, but the spring rolls were even better than the ones I had at their sit down restaurant in Fountain Valley. The portions were much bigger, more flavorful, and I love how they warmed the sauce. The crunch in the Grilled Pork Spring Roll was literal perfection. For $10, it was definitely worth it. This will now be my go to spot for food at John Wayne airport.

    Menu 4/4 - March 2026
    Nhue G.

    Second time dining at Brodard Express and I was not disappointed. They used to open later, so I was happy that they opened at 6:30am on a Saturday. Food took some time (7-10 minutes) since it's made to order. It's a great place to enjoy a nice warm meal before or after your trip. * House Special Bowl 5/5 - You can get this with rice or vermicelli. The bowl came with grilled pork, 2 shrimps, an egg roll, diced cucumber, lettuce, pickled carrots and daikon, fried shallots, and green onions. Everything was flavorful and tasty. The shrimps were especially good with a nice char. The egg roll was hot and crispy. * Jasmine Ice Tea Lychee Infused 5/5 - Super refreshing. Not too sweet or sour. There were even actual lychees in the drink!

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    Natalie R.

    Brodard never misses. Flew out of SNA & was pleasantly surprised to see they had Brodards express. I got my go-to order, the nem nuong (Grilled Pork Rolls), they usually serve three rolls but this had two. The dipping sauce with sambal is chef's kiss. Delicious right before our flight!!

    They are open!!!
    Andy P.

    Of all the choices in SNA in the morning, I'm glad that this is one of the options! Instead of heavy fried food, imagine biting into a fresh, light, and crunchy roll in the AM. Pair that with their coffee, you are good to go! Located between Terminal C and B, Brodard Express caters to travelers that venture through the halls of SNA. Staffs are super friendly and engaging which made it extra special. They also carry additional items such as banh mi's (Vietnamese sandwiches) and noodle dishes. But we all know why we want to visit here.. their Pork Spring Rolls. Around the area, there are plenty of seating for your quick casual bite. They are organized and efficient which helps for those who are on the go. One world of caution, it it a bit more expensive than their typical prices due to being in the airport. But, I would gladly pay for option. Also, though they don't open until 7am, talk to the staff if you want something simple. They most likely will accommodate you :)

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    Christopher T.

    For an Asian person, this would be a perfect place for snack and meal to eat while waiting 'n for the flight. They are well known in little Saigon and well established with the rolls so it's definitely a staple place to enjoy good foods. You can either order on line, kiosk or with the cashier. Overall, the foods are good and consistency. Nice & friendly service. Good and clean area and they have shared seating area.

    House Special Rice Bowl with Charbroiled Prawns, Pork, and Crispy Egg Roll
    Mike L.

    Even though I had been well aware of Brodard's spot inside of John Wayne, I made a point of not coming here until I got to visit one of their actual restaurant locations. I know it might sound a little snooty, but, based on what I had heard from friends, part of me worried/figured that their famed Nem Nuong Rolls weren't going to be as good here. Now that I've been, those thoughts may be true, but only by the thinnest of margins! Located in the food court in Terminal B, this Brodard is obviously set-up differently than their restaurants. By comparison, the menu here is narrower, but it still has plenty to offer, including a variety of rice bowls, vermicelli bowls, banh mi, and, of course, their famed spring rolls. However, as their name suggests, everything is catered towards travelers on the go. Not only do they open early (7am) and offer a bunch of breakfast options (breakfast banh mi, breakfast spring roll, coffee, etc.), but they also have a bunch of their rolls prepackaged in to-go containers so folks can easily grab them on the run (the only reason why these aren't quite as good). -- BREAKFAST SPRING ROLLS (Bo Bia) - Vietnamese Sausage (Lap Xuong) and Egg Wrapped in Rice Paper with Veggies, Shallots, and Peanuts with Plum Sauce...$8.95 Ehh. Not "bad" per se, but their Nem Nuong Roll is way better. While the slice of sausage seemed fairly large, it was cut a little thin and I didn't care for the texture of the scrambled egg. Still, props for the creativity, even if this was more okay than amazing. -- HOUSE SPECIAL RICE BOWL with Charbroiled Prawns, Pork, and Crispy Egg Roll...$19.95 Pretty solid, especially for airport food. While neither the shrimp nor the pork had any char on it, and despite how the latter was a bit lean, both were well seasoned and the egg roll was decently crispy. Plus, I thought the overall portion size was pretty fair, too! -- BRODARD GRILLED PORK SPRING ROLLS (Nem Nuong) - Grilled Pork Patty Wrapped in Rice Paper with a Crispy Roll, Mint, Carrot, Daikon, and Cucumber with Brodard Sauce...$8.95 My favorite Brodard's roll and this one didn't disappoint. I loved how juicy and meaty the grilled pork was and how the crispy rice paper added a nice bit of crunch. Dip/pour on some of their Brodard sauce and you get a mouthful of deliciousness! Being that it's located inside of an airport, it's to be expected that the prices here are generally higher than either of their regular locations and at most other Vietnamese restaurants. However, aside from their banh mi, which definitely felt a bit steep, the prices actually aren't terribly high (the Nem Nuong Roll is about $2 more here). Plus, when you consider how convenient it is to pick up some rolls here to bring home, I'm more than okay with paying the extra couple of bucks to get them as fresh as I can before my flight!

    4/5
    Kenny N.

    Vietnamese food at an airport in America?! And is it good? It sure is. Might be better than many restaurants too Did not get the chance to get Brodard in Garden Grove during our trip but was able to seize the opportunity at the airport location before our flight Food was really good! The famous pork spring rolls were phenomenal and the chicken rice bowl was light, aromatic, and filling The steak banh mi was good but the bread did feel a bit stale (maybe not as fresh since this was 7 AM)? Would have loved to have some Vietnamese dessert (eg Che Ba Mau) too but that may be asking too much for airport diner. Overall if you're looking for some light, fresh, delicious food before your flight then this is a place worth trying!

    Connie Y.

    Bomb! So happy there is some little Saigon food here at the airport. Excited to be having banh mi and spring rolls on the plane. Thank you Brodards for expanding! We love your food. Clean and large menu at the airport. Happy Yelping!

    Michael W.

    So happy to stumble upon this place in the airport nonetheless! Great selections of the most popular items Brodard is known for, from the legendary spring rolls to grilled rib eye banh mi and macarons. Prompt and friendly service. Clean and plenty of seating. Located at the food court in terminal B of SNA airport, but easy walking distance from either terminals A or C as all terminals are connected airside. Makes SNA even better!

    Egg croissant sandwich is AMAZING
    Jay W.

    I have to admit, as much as I trust my fellow Yelpers, when I read about people visiting John Wayne/Orange County airport just to eat here, I was doubtful. But after the breakfast I just enjoyed on my way home (flying out this morning), no doubt exists any longer. The croissant breakfast sandwich (egg, green pepper, cilantro, slender carrots) was perhaps the best breakfast sandwich I've had in months--such flavor and quality, especially in the croissant! And the Vietnamese coffee was on point--I got the hot, normal sweetness version--and is about to convert me from my black-only coffee days. Don't miss this delightful and delicious food.

    Combo bowl
    Ming S.

    The best airport food, ever. What's not to like? Brodard at the airport is as good as it gets. I always go for their pork rolls and a combo bowl (can select rice or vermicelli). And if you have extra room, get a Vietnamese coffee.

    Before my flight. Pork bahn mi and Thai iced tea
    Jessilyn C.

    Not bad for airport food. I had the pork bahn mi, and Thai tea, hubby had the beef bahn mi. Good flavor on both, a bit on the dry side, but still was filling enough for lunch while we waited for our flight. Gal taking orders was cordial, she suggested the pork bahn mi to me. It was right across from our gate, and there were plenty of seating.

    Grilled Pork Spring Roll
    Lorie N.

    No Priority Pass Lounge at John Wayne means settling for airport food. Luckily for us, they had a Brodard Location and it didn't disappoint. While I already love spring rolls, the grilled pork with the added crunch made this chef's kiss. This location is easy and fast- Perfect to grab a bite and be on your way to your Gate. Veggies were fresh and I couldn't have been more content with how it all tasted. They had adequate seating and when I asked for a rag to wipe off the table, the gave me one. Apparently, the airport janitorial staff hadn't come around in a while and the table needed to be cleaned. I also added a Vietnamese coffee to our order and I had to restrain myself from only having a few sips. I don't handle Vietnamese coffee well even though I absolutely love the taste of it. Thank goodness for friends who take all my leftovers no questions asked. Definitely check this place out if you're at SNA. Solid food.

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    Great and delicious food. Good coffee and efficient service. Spacious seating space. Glad they have this food option.

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    Solid Vietnamese food at the airport (so it is a bit pricey). I love to get their rolls. They are open on New Year's Eve.

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    Food is OK but the lady that works the register has major attitude problems and will snap at you. Not worth the sass.

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    Can i get food here without having to fly? Work nearby and would be awesome to get rolls closer.

    You can go to information desk at baggage claim area and ask for OC Airpass to go in to eat. It takes 5 minute and all they need from you is your drivers license

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