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    Saiga Vietnamese Eatery

    4.6 (734 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Jenny C.

    We stopped by for a meal and were impressed by the variety on the menu, especially the extensive drink selection and Happy Hour specials available from 2-5 PM. For food, we ordered the Garlic Noodles with Shaken Steak, Pork Belly Banh Mi, and Popcorn Chicken. The garlic noodles were flavorful with the tender shaken steak. The pork belly banh mi featuring crispy pork belly and fresh toppings on a toasted baguette. The popcorn chicken was crispy, juicy, and made for a great appetizer to share. For drinks, we tried the Lychee Green Tea and Lemon Guava Green Tea. Both were refreshing and complemented the meal well. The restaurant offers plenty of drink options, making it a great spot to relax with friends. Between the tasty food, refreshing beverages, and Happy Hour deals, it's definitely worth a visit.

    Pork Belly Garlic Noodles , Pork Belly Banh Mi , Filet Mignon Pho
    Gabrielle L.

    My coworkers and I love getting Saiga for a quick Vietnamese food fix at work. The pork belly garlic noodles are my favorite -- the pork belly is perfectly crispy and they really load up on the garlic. The filet mignon pho had a rich, flavorful broth, and the pork belly banh mi was warm, crunchy, and super good. Service is always quick, parking is easy, and the whole spot is just really convenient. They also have frozen, packaged pho which I thought was so interesting. Have to get it next time to try!

    Coconut Thai tea, lychee lemonade, lemon Guava green tea
    Guadalupe R.

    The food is amazing. I personally really loved their crispy pork belly with the kimchi fried rice. The rice was really flavorful and it came with a fried egg. I also loved their vermicelli noodles with their grilled chicken. They were very fresh and you could really taste the quality of their ingredients. For drinks I had the lemon Guava green tea and it was honestly very refreshing. The people were very friendly and answered all the questions I had. It really felt like a nice cozy place. I will defiently be coming back

    pork belly banh mi
    Yiping K.

    Reservation: Not needed - fast casual; lot of people inside for a weekday lunch but mostly takeout/deliveries so turnover for tables was high Parking: Super easy parking in lot right outside Vibes: Bright and welcoming atmosphere with greenery, free wifi, and kiosks for convenient ordering Service: friendly and efficient despite the lunch rush Grilled pork banh mi: my personal highlight - perfectly toasted bread and the super flavorful grilled pork; other ingredients well balanced in good proportion Pork belly banh mi: also really great flavor, not super rich and fatty considering pork belly is used so wasn't heavy and reminded me of char siu pork Kimchi fried rice with BBQ chicken: chicken skin had really nice color on them and good portion though kimchi fried rice could use more heat for me personally Everything together was under $40 - a convenient, quick meal for good value!

    Jenny P.

    Usually I really like Saiga, but this dish was a little off. I got the kimchi fried rice with steak and it wasn't good. Rice was oily and didn't have a strong kimchi taste (tasted like they put too much sesame oil) and the steak tasted rubbery.

    Carlton R.

    Amazing place! This isn't a typical dine in restaurant. You order from a computer and all ordered are made to go but they do have tables available to dine in. Food was good but ambiance is very general.

    Combination Pho  Pork Belly Salad  Kimchi Fried Rice
    Ana S.

    Saiga Vietnamese Eatery in Irvine is located in a business complex, but it's definitely worth checking out. This spot actually has more menu options than the Orange location. It can be a little hard to find at first, but it's worth it. We ordered the Combination Pho, and the broth and noodles were served separately, which kept everything fresh and nicely textured. The pho was good overall, but it wasn't the standout dish for me. The Pork Belly Salad was the highlight. The house dressing was light and flavorful, and the pork belly was crispy and delicious. Both the Irvine and Orange locations are consistent when it comes to quality and texture. We also tried the Kimchi Fried Rice with BBQ Chicken. The rice had great texture and was not just plain rice mixed with kimchi. You could tell it was thoughtfully prepared. The BBQ chicken was really tasty and went perfectly with the fried rice.

    Frozen chicken pho (after adding water and microwave)
    Elizabeth N.

    This spot is tucked inside a business complex that serves legit Vietnamese food. There are definitely days when I don't have time to make the drive out to Little Saigon in Westminster, and this place absolutely fills that craving without the trek. I ordered the pork belly banh mi from the kiosk. It came out warm and the baguette was toasty. The pork belly was tender and flavorful. The jalepenos and cilantro is fresh and it just tied everything together. It hit the spot and is easily one of the best pork belly banh mi in Irvine. I also tried their frozen chicken pho. They sell them there but I picked mine up from Wholefoods market. I didn't know what to expect and it surprised me in the best way. It's now officially in my regular rotation. The broth tastes clean and comforting. It's close enough to a bowl of homemade chicken pho. Bonus points for healthier ingredients. Contains no MSG and has 22g of protein. I didn't feel heavy or bloated afterwards which is rare for packaged pho. The portion is on the smaller side, so you might want to grab two if you're really hungry or want a more standard bowl size. Since you order at the kiosk, I didn't have much engagement with people who work there until my food was ready for pick up. It's a casual and more of an eat and go type of spot. Just a heads up, no restrooms for customers.

    Rachel C.

    Needed something quick and found this place on yelp. I ordered the pork belly garlic noodles via the Toast local app and I was notified within less than 10 minutes my order was ready for pickup. The pork belly had a nice crispy skin. I'd prefer the pork belly to be a bit more tender and the garlic noodles to have a bit more flavor. But overall not bad, would come again

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    Linda L.

    This place is a hidden gem right by john wayne airport and other business , im glad I found this place is right by my job and its very accesible The food was fast and great customer service they also have self ordering computer which is great I got their vietnamese iced coffee so delicious and their lyche lemonade very refreshing I ordered their garlic noodle with grilled pork it comes with green aioli sauce the pork is well done and great flavor I also got their Banh Mi with pork belly , it was soo crunchy and fresh , They ambiance was relaxing its a small place so mainly is for take out

    Grilled Pork Vermicelli with Eggroll
    Suzy N.

    Saiga Vietnamese Eatery is always an easy choice for me because Vietnamese food is usually my first pick when I am deciding what to eat, and whenever I see this spot on our work menu, I choose it hands down. My go to order is the grilled pork vermicelli bowl, which comes with fish sauce on the side and an egg roll, plus garlic oil, pickled carrots, mint leaves, lettuce, and cucumbers. Everything works so well together. The pork is flavorful, the noodles are light, and all the fresh herbs and veggies make each bite super satisfying. I have also tried their garlic noodles, which were tasty, but the vermicelli is definitely my favorite and what I would recommend first. The flavors are balanced, the portions are solid, it's packaged very well so that nothing spills, and it always hits the spot whenever I am craving Vietnamese food. If you are debating what to order here, go straight for the grilled pork vermicelli. It does not disappoint.

    The service was amazing. Very kind staff who offered recommendations. I was able to try multiple things and will be back for more of the menu since the food was so delicious

    Cassie T.

    We loved Saiga Vietnamese Eatery in orange so much that we tried their Irvine location recently! their restaurant in Irvine is smaller, tucked in the Irvine business center complex, but their service is just as friendly and efficient with their food just as magnificent! BBQ chicken salad : absolutely wonderful salad with spicy, tangy, and zesty house dressing and green aioli--the bbq chicken is a hearty protein that elevates everything with its smokiness! (10/10) Grilled pork garlic noodles : a MUST if you're going to visit -- the garlic noodles are just salty and oily enough, although they could use a few vegetables for added texture; grilled pork complemented the noodles superbly, though any other protein would do (9/10) BBQ chicken banh mi : we loved how spicy the sauce is and that they were generous with the cilantro, carrots, and chicken !! Granted, what would have made this banh mi a 10/10 would've been toasted baguette, but other than that, this was marvelous (9/10) Note that this location is only open on weekdays, so this is perfect for a workday lunch break or dinner after ! Highly recommend you visit besties

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    One of my favorite place to get Vietnamese food to go. Rice bowls, pho, banh mi, everything was delicious.

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    Ask the Community - Saiga Vietnamese Eatery

    Do you cater on weekends?

    Hi Kristin, we offer catering from our Orange location on the weekends. The Irvine location is open Monday through Friday only.

    Are you still doing the meal packs for later? I don't see it anymore to order

    Hi Melissa, We no longer offer the chilled meals on the menu, but we are coming out very soon with… Read more

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    4.5
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    4.1 mi
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    This was my second visit to NEP cafe, and I received the best customer service and experience. I…read moretried the tiramisu iced coffee and it was so delicious 11/10. My boyfriend and I tried the crab toast and Banh Mi chow. Unfortunately, my boyfriend had to take an urgent work call and was unable to eat his food hot. Therefore our server kindly remade it for him, because he said it tasted better warm free of charge. 10/10 would recommend. :)

    Went here on a business lunch so luckily was able to try many of the dishes served during their…read morebrunch hours. - seafood ceviche - Vietnamese shrimp salad - squid and mango salad - crab toast - crispy calamari - chicken wings - banh mi chao with beef belly and fillet mignon - seafood tom kha pasta - garlic noodles - xoi man - beef tongue fried rice - calamansi white peach drink - mango sticky rice matcha Very busy even during a weekday lunch. Luckily, our server was very attentive and we received everything very quickly. Modern interior with an elevated feeling but it does get quite loud especially with the walls kinda echoing everyone's voices. All of the dishes were very delicious. If I were to recommend my top options I would say the fillet mignon banh mi chao, chicken wings, Vietnamese shrimp salad, and xoi man were my favorites. The drinks were also all very yummy. Would highly recommend!

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    Pho Saigon Pearl

    3.3
    (1.1k reviews)
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    I was craving viet food when stumbling upon this restaurant among the busy place full of other…read morerestaurants and dessert. I ordered a pork sandwich, side egg rolls and rice with golden Cornish hen. It was all very delicious. I can't believe such a simple-looking restaurant had such amazing quality food. I definitely enjoyed the Cornish hen with buttered rice. Despite their special appetizer being egg rolls, I liked their Banh Mi a lot more. (Didn't snap pic of the sandwich and egg rolls fast enough this time lol ) The service was great and surprisingly quick. The waiter was chill and friendly, but oh man! The cook was amazing! I think we waited no more than 5mn to get all our 3 orders all come out hot and delicious! Definitely will be back when I crave Viet food in Irvine again!

    My lil piece of home in Costa Mesa. I've tried a lot of things from this place and every single one…read morehas been a hit for me. You cannot go wrong with any of their food. I'll be honest, they're not a wow in terms of food, a lot of it you can get better if you drive over to Westminster. But that's the thing, I am lazy to drive to Westminster and I don't want to go to Sup Noodle Bar to get their overpriced food. I come back to Saigon pearl because it's comfort at its finest for me. I know what I'm gonna get. Nothing crazy or fusion about it. Just some classic viet staples like broken rice or vermicelli bowls and that's what I want. I feel they get overlooked a lot because of all the other restaurants in the plaza but the plus side to that is I rarely have to wait to be seated. Service is great, they're always attentive or easy to flag down. Of course the plaza itself is terrible and parking can be rough during peak hours, but if you're patient you'll be rewarded with some comforting viet food.

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    Cool Off w/our refreshing VN Beverages and smoothies!
    Cool Off w/our refreshing VN Beverages and smoothies!
    Shake it, sear it, devour it  Perfectly tender filet mignon cubes tossed and perfectly prepared in our Wok. NOT your average steak dish.
    Shake it, sear it, devour it Perfectly tender filet mignon cubes tossed and perfectly prepared in our Wok. NOT your average steak dish.
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    Quan Mii

    Quan Mii

    4.0
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    6.5 mi
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    When I'm craving banh xeo this is my go to spot! The #7 bang xeo is always so crispy and I love…read morethat it comes with such a good amount of veggies with it. I also ordered the #6 khay thit gio heo and I loved that the pork shanks are super thin so it doesn't tast gamy at all. It also came with a good amount of veggies and the peanuts do come on the side in a small bowl which is perfect for the people that love this dish but don't like the peanuts with it. Only thing that I would note is that the veggies on both orders came out super wet. We had to remove them from the bánh xeo and onto another plate because we didn't want the bánh xeo to become soggy while we were eating. The service is quick! We were able to get our order in right when we sat down and the utensils and rice paper were brought out right away. We also didn't have to wait long for our food to come out. I would highly recommend this place!

    Quan Mii has become one of my go-to spots whenever I'm craving bánh xèo. The biggest difference…read morecompared to other places is that they don't skimp on the filling. It's packed with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts, making every bite satisfying. The portion is huge too--one order can easily feed two people. I'm honestly not sure how one person could finish the whole thing! I also love that they serve plenty of fresh rice paper along with the herbs, so you can make your own fresh rolls with each bite. It really makes the meal feel complete. If you're a fan of crispy, flavorful bánh xèo with generous fillings, this place is definitely worth checking out.

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    399 Kitchen

    3.7
    (264 reviews)
    4.6 mi
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    Came here for OC Restaurant Week. The staff was very nice and I got seated right away. They have a…read morelunch deal for 25$ that gets you one appetizer and one entree. I picked the rocket shrimp for my starter and vermicelli with two proteins for my main. Rocket Shrimp- Served hot and crisp with a sweet and chili sauce and a side of fresh greens. The shrimp is fresh and tasty. Overall a great starter. Vermicelli with Two Proteins- I picked grilled pork and grilled chicken, both were perfectly marinated and juicy. It paired well with the vermicelli and crunchy vegetables. A filling meal. Great experience overall!

    Big fan of the vegetarian spring rolls and egg rolls from here! They always come with a good mix of…read morefresh lettuce and herbs (cilantro, mint, and basil) to wrap and dip with. Ordered the shrimp dry pho, which is something I have never tried, and it was yummy but a little confusing in its constitution? It comes as a bowl of dry noodles that are stir fried in a bit of sauce, but the noodles kind of all stick together, and a bowl of pho broth comes on the side, along with the usual pho accoutrements. The shrimp came with the noodles, and they were nice and tender, well cooked. Overall, yummy, service was pretty standard, and it wasn't too crowded inside, so a nice dinner spot that I would come back to.

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    Egg Rolls (Cha Gio).
    Egg Rolls (Cha Gio).
    Staff will serve you water first thing you sit down. Big plus!

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    Staff will serve you water first thing you sit down. Big plus!

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