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    Hai Nam Saigon

    3.8 (136 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese
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    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Nuoc Cham (fish sauce for dipping)
    Jennifer N.

    Hai Nam Saigon is a true mom and pop, family owned gem. It's small and simple, nothing fancy or modern, but we're always able to get a table or only have a short wait. My parents have been coming here for over 15 years, and the food has stayed consistently great. The banh cuon and banh uot are some of the best around. The rice sheets are soft, thin, and delicate, the shrimp tempura has just the right amount of crisp, and the nuoc cham (fish dipping sauce) is perfectly balanced with the right saltiness. Prices are very reasonable compared to other places that charge more for presentation. What really sets this place apart is the heart. I love supporting family businesses, and it makes me so happy to see them still in business, especially during these hard times. The service is always kind and genuine. When they speak Vietnamese and call me "con," it truly feels like being treated like family. It's such a small thing, but it means a lot and feels very different from the usual transactional service elsewhere. There are many banh uot spots in the SGV, but this is the only place my mom & I will come to. PS, They don't list it on the menu, but I've ordered catering from here before and it was also great. Call and ask for the son. He's very helpful and happy to answer any questions.

    Banh cuon
    Regis K.

    You know how nowadays we're all influenced by Instagram on where to eat? Hai Nam Saigon is definitely one of those IG-famous spots, so we were curious and decided to try it out. We ordered the bánh cuốn and bánh xèo, two Vietnamese classics. The bánh xèo was actually pretty good: nice crispy skin and a generous portion. But the bánh cuốn didn't live up to the Instagram hype at all. The skin was thick, not the delicate silky kind you expect, and the filling (for both dishes) was mostly veggies. The environment also wasn't the best for enjoying a meal. Overall, not really impressed and we won't be returning.

    Menu 12/08/2025
    Ritney N.

    Very small hole in the wall place. Very few tables for seating as well. I would either order the number 5 or number 6 depending how I feel. I will always ask for extra cucumbers and cha lua, that's just me tho. Very simple meal and tastes clean. Big portions btw. If you want simple eating but very comfortable and easy. This the place :)

    Melanie T.

    The banh cuon with the shrimp cracker cake is so delicious. You get a lot of food for a single order for to-go. Everything tastes delicious. The shrimp is crispy but full of flavor. The banh cuon had a lot of flavor and it's not sticky. It's possibly one of the better places I've had so far. They give you enough fish sauce. Honestly, you could probably order one and share between two people. For to-go orders, feel free to call ahead of time to order so you can just pick it up. It's ready pretty quick.

    #14
    Miso J.

    I was at the nearby CVS and needed to kill 30 minutes for my prescription to be ready so I stopped by this restaurant to eat lunch. I was greeted immediately by a staff and got seated right away. I looked at the menu and ordered the #14 dry noodles. The noodles here were really flavorful and the food came out pretty fast too. This is a true hole in the wall for authentic Vietnamese food and I believe it's family owned so I recommend trying this place out. Note: it's CASH ONLY Parking: plenty of plaza parking

    To go
    Martina T.

    Tons of free parking in plaza. Located tucked away in the back, next to 168 market. Used to come here as a child when it was a different restaurant and played on the coin operated rides right outside, so it brings back memories to visit this site. Cash only!!! I don't usually carry cash with me so not very convenient. But because of this, their prices are still reasonable and not ridiculously high due to inflation. Food is pretty decent. They specialize in banh uot, banh cuon, banh canh, bun and hu tieu. I like banh cuon nhan thit and bun rieu. The bun Bo hue is ok only.

    7. Banh cuon
    Lele S.

    The place is a great spot for banh cuon, though the portion sizes are small. It's a good idea to order an appetizer or side dish. They only accept cash and are located right next to 168 Market, with ample parking available. The workers are sweet and friendly. Would def come back!

    Banh cuon thit nuong
    Joann V.

    The 5 stars is based entirely on this place being my childhood go-to restaurant. I only ever get the Banh Cuon Thit Nuong and, to me, it is phenomenal. I've been coming to this restaurant since I was 6 yrs old and this restaurant hasn't changed at all. I think they've only changed their chairs once in the last 27 years I've been coming here. I remember their rice flour recipe having changed once as well. But everything else seems to be the same - I'm talking about the tiny TV atop the fridge that belts out Vietnamese tunes, the sticky pink-ish tables, down to the glass jars full of fish sauce. Literally, a time capsule of a restaurant. I'm not going to lie, if I came in here as a first time customer, I'd give this restaurant a 2-star review because it's not exactly the most appealing or comfortable place to be. During the summer, they rarely turn on the AC...as a matter of fact, when I was a kid, I don't even think they had an AC unit! And, their hours have been drastically altered, which started maybe 10 years ago? Their hours just kept decreasing and decreasing and made even less due to the pandemic. With all that said, I still love this place and hope it continues to be that hole-in-the-wall mom-n-pop shop that I love. When I stop by, I always get 2 orders of Banh Cuon Thit Nuong and keep it all to myself! It's delicious and offers the right texture. They've also got their sauce down to a science! Just unchanged and untouched.

    #2
    Mandy W.

    I have recently been craving banh cuon and stumbled across this mom and pop shop. We went with the #2 and #7, which were both exceptionally tasty and generous portion of. The #9 is super delicious and comes with greens (lettuce, mints) to make a wrap. Highly recommend and will definitely be back!

    Craving it today. Banh Cuon.
    Juan F.

    I was craving bahn cuon while in the SGV and this place was recommended to me by a friend. I really miss Bahn Cuon Tay Ho that was on Valley, but it closed years ago. The food and presentation was just so nice and plentiful when it came to the fillings in the noodle wrap. Also their soups were so fresh. Hai Nam hit the spot but I just wished there was more... more filling, more to it. I might be back, when the craving hits again. (feel free to forward me recommendations)

    J C.

    *** NOTE *** No dine-in as of yet (5/7/21). You can either order in person or phone in order for pickup. They are closed on Thursday. I have always ordered the special because that's my favorite. Lots of flavors and fills me up and not too heavy on the greasy side. It's like having a big snack...hahaha

    Lisa C.

    Overall - 4 starts. Good food, generous portions, friendly staff, hole in the wall. *cash only Ordering - called in our take out order and arrived rather quickly so had to wait 5ish minutes. Service - 4 stars - no issues here. Guy who took our order was friendly. Covid precautions were taken. Food - 3.5 stars #1 - rice noodle with a bunch of fried stuff - solid 3.5 stars. All the fried toppers were bomb but the rice noodle itself was thicker than I would have liked. I prefer the rice noodle that's super thin and soft. Vietnamese Crepe - 4 stars. This was still SUPER crispy when I got home so bonus points. You get 2 medium size crepes plus a bunch of vegetables with each order. The crepe was super crispy and the filling was perfectly tender. Amazing!

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    9 years ago

    Everybody is so nice. I've been going here since I was born! The food is great for the price

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    Since my last review, nothings changed. Portions are still small.

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    This place is a fucking dump. Food is crap and portions are not filling and way overpriced.

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    4.2
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    3.9
    (528 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Soup provided to customer upon seating! Always a nice pallet cleanser with the refreshing vegetable in the soup.
    Soup provided to customer upon seating! Always a nice pallet cleanser with the refreshing vegetable in the soup.
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    Golden Delight #2

    4.2
    (269 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Delicious food and quick service!! The restaurant is bright and spacious, love how modern…read moreeverything feels. We ordered the nem with Vietnamese grilled pork sausage (3 pcs), charbroiled sliced pork, and egg rolls after noticing almost every table ordering it. It definitely lived up to the hype, so delicious and huge portions to feed 2-3 people. My new first choice for Vietnamese food in the 626 area!

    New Location, Same Curiosity!…read more Decided to give this newer location a try since our first visit to Golden Delight was years ago. I wanted to try their rice noodle soup with a mix of egg noodles and rice noodles, and let me just say... the picture speaks a thousand words. What arrived looked quite different from what was advertised on the menu. Although most of the ingredients were there, it definitely wasn't as pretty or as generously presented as the photos. Rice Noodle Soup (Egg Noodles + Rice Noodles Mixed) Rating: 6.8/10 The soup itself actually wasn't bad! The broth was light, clean, and nicely seasoned without being too heavy. While I enjoyed trying something different, it isn't a dish I'd order again on my next visit. Now let me warn you about their sauté sauce... It is PACKED with flavor but also seriously spicy! I made the mistake of adding a little too much to my noodle soup, and let's just say my taste buds definitely woke up. A little goes a long way, so add it slowly! The restaurant itself is very modern, clean, and has a trendy fusion vibe that makes for a nice dining experience. As much as I appreciate the updated atmosphere, I always find myself gravitating back toward the more traditional, authentic-style Vietnamese restaurants when I'm craving comfort food. Service Unfortunately, the service on our Sunday visit was probably the biggest downside. Our waitress wasn't very friendly and didn't seem interested in explaining the menu when we had a few questions. Instead, she came across as if she was in a rush the entire time, and her overall attitude felt a bit off-putting. It honestly made us feel like we were inconveniencing her just by asking questions. Great service can really elevate a meal, and unfortunately, this experience did the opposite. Between that and the food, it's another reason I probably wouldn't go out of my way to return to this location. Overall, it was a nice spot to try once, but next time I'll probably explore a different dish--and maybe a different location. Happy eats!

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