We went here for lunch on Saturday and had the best service. Great timing, thoughtful questions, and zero mistakes. Big improvement. The food is still awesome, as always. read more

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Another hard days work another day of good eating. Lunch time brought us to Saigon Flavor located in a shopping plaza. The inside has a decent seating area. After perusing through the menu I decided on ordering a Thai tea and yellow curry from their lunch special menu. Ordering the Thai tea was $1 more but it was worth it. Our server was very kind but we were forgotten about for a bit. After the order was placed it didn't take too long for it to come out. My yellow curry lunch special came with a side of rice, pho broth, and one pork lumpia roll. The yellow curry was very flavorful and I ordered it with a mild spice level because I wasn't sure how spicy it would be. If I were to order it again I would get medium. The lumpia was good and so was the broth. Overall I would come here again and try something new. read more

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Found this place on Yelp on our way from Fresno to Death Valley national park. We didn't expect much since it's a Vietnamese restaurant offering Vietnamese, Chinese and Thai cuisine. We were pleasantly surprised that everything we got was sooo delicious. What a hidden gem in Mojave. Everyone was satisfied with what we ordered that we debating stopping by again on our way back home, but alas we took a different freeway home. Service was efficient. The chef came to talk to talk to us about our food, why is always nice. She said good choice on the duck curry, which I 100% agree. Family friendly. Place was 80% full when we got there for early dinner. read more

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Delicious family-owned Thai/Vietnamese spot in Ridgecrest! They are super popular for lunch and have some excellent lunch combos for a great value. However, service can be pretty slow around lunch when they get busy, so don't go if you have somewhere to be. I stopped coming here for lunch because of the long wait but definitely miss it! I still come here for dinner or takeout every once in a while and the food is always great. The pho, Pad Thai, and curry are all delicious. Like many Ridgecrest spots, the vibe inside feels a bit hole-in-the-wall. The A/C also doesn't seem to work great, it is often pretty warm inside. Would recommend takeout over dine-in on a hot day. But overall recommend Saigon Flavor to anyone visiting/passing through Ridgecrest! read more

Saigon Flavor - Massaman Curry - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

A new favorite place. Great staff. Instant food. Pork larb and spring rolls filled me up after my 11 hour drive. Larb was ordered as their hottest setting - Thai hot. It was good. Must try more of the menu. read more

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Just posting updated menu photos and sharing my experience with ordering takeout. The host/server greeted us right as we walked in -- super friendly and clear in his communication. He speaks at a volume that ensures you hear and understand everything, which I personally appreciate. Some might find it a bit much, but I didn't mind at all -- it felt more like confident hospitality than anything else. The menu offers a nice variety, with a mix of Asian dishes beyond just Vietnamese cuisine. We weren't rushed at all while looking over the options, and help was offered if we needed any. This review is strictly based on the takeout ordering experience -- I'll be back to update once we've had a chance to try the food! read more

Saigon Flavor - Thai entrees menu - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

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I love coming here as the food is delicious and reasonably priced. It's also very close to the hotel cluster I stay at while on business trips to Ridgecrest/China Lake. Their soups are all great, the lumpia amazing and, although I saw it too late for this trip, they now also serve some types of dim sum like Shui Mai, steamed bbq pork buns and potstickers/gyoza. The inside is not huge, but clean, the usual server has a loud voice and sometimes phrases things a little odd, but he has good energy and is nice enough. Lots of folks come in for pick-up / take out. I always leave with leftovers, but probably because I over do it and order all my favorites...! read more

Saigon Flavor - Pho Toi (Beef) rare filet Mignon w/rice noodles soup. - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

Ordered for takeout. Very fast service. Food was ready when promised. Easy to order and pickup. Pho noodle was delicious and tasty read more

Delicious food from scratch! My favorite place in Ridgecrest. Everything is so fresh and flavorful.

This is a very busy pho and Thai food spot, with so many people doing pick-up orders and eating inside. That share a gravel parking lot with several other businesses. We ordered pho, both small and large portions. The small bowl looks small, but contains so much noodles. The pho are worth the price and are a little cheaper than the other spots I have been to. We also tried the sweet sticky rice with mango, which was perfectly sweet. Service was very good and and attentive. read more

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Are you craving thai food? Well this is the spot. Ridgecrest has lot to offer, but honestly ngl this is the spot to go for Thai pad. They have good service, food (reels me back every time), spice, and a good pricing for the amount of food you get out here in town. Definitely recommend , trust the process. read more

This place is great. I always eat here when I'm in town for work. The food is always consistently good and the service is great. Nice comfortable friendly place. I enjoy the Pad Thai, green curry, beef pho, lumpia and spring rolls. Definitely worth a try if you're ever in Ridgecrest. read more

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In search of a lunch spot on our long drive back from Mammoth, my wife discovered Saigon Flavor in the city of Ridgecrest near the halfway point. The restaurant is an unassuming Vietnamese-Thai fusion eatery found in a strip mall off of N. China Lake Blvd. Customers appeared to be mostly locals but judging by how busy the establishment was during the lunch hour, it was apparent they have a high number of regular patrons and repeat customers. It was surprising to find that some of the employees appeared to be Vietnamese which lends some credence to its authenticity. I ordered the Thai Iced Coffee and a bowl of Pho Doc Biet with additional Meatball and they both hit the spot! If you should find yourself in Ridgecrest and are craving Vietnamese or Thai cuisine, Saigon Flavor is worth a try. read more

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I was in town for work and was craving Asian food. I found this place and had to give it a try. I'll have to say, this wasn't my favorite place in the area but when you're limited on Asian food in the area, this place will have to do. read more

Saigon Flavor - Beef bun - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

Ordered drunken noodle with chicken spice level two for a pick up. Got home 15 minutes later don't live in town sadly disappointed it looked like somebody had dropped the whole bottle of red chili flakes on my food. Disgusting won't be going there again. read more

I ordered the spring rolls they had absolutely no flavor . I also Ordered the Orange chicken which had hardly any chicken it was mostly rice. I am not impressed especially for how much it was . read more

One of my favorite places in town. The bahn mi sandwiches, pad thai, thai eggplant and basil are delicious. Really everything is good! They are always so kind and you can't go wrong with anything you order! read more

Walked in, first red flag was that the floor is sticky, and there was no greeting. Ordered the cream cheese wontons as an appetizer, they were cold and greasy. My entree was brought out and then my wife's didnt come up until 20 minutes later. (She only had Pho) No communication, just ignored us. Once we were finished they never brought a check, we sat for around 30 minutes waiting, with not even a glance towards us from the staff. Eventually we had to wave them down. We won't be back, which is a bummer because it was a staple... I miss the angry, yet attentive, staff that used to work there. read more

After reading reviews, we were worried about how busy this place would be. We arrived 6pm on a Monday night and were seated right away. Several more parties joined us shortly and several pick ups. So yes, it was busy. We got our food quickly and enjoyed it. The chicken qings were particularly tasty. We would definitely go back. read more

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Everything was amazing and provided kind service. Everything I ordered was so delicious: pork buns, lumpia, glass noodles, sticky rice with mango. The spicy is in fact spicy! But the sesame balls! I cannot get enough!!! Definitely my favorite part! read more

Saigon Flavor - Glass noodles, lumpia, pork buns, sesame balls, sticky rice with mango - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

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Ordered beef pho. Broth lacked flavor compared to most pho places I've been to. Portion size was fine for a large. Meat was fine, not chewy. It's suppose to come with rare flank, but it was already fully cooked when it arrived at the table (not much difference, but wanted to point it out). read more

Saigon Flavor - Beef pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

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Very unique food with a taste from Thailand on the Orient Express. Flavors from across the globe with rich flavors and mild to very spicy flavors. The sweet and hot wings are good and crispy. I just tried the spicy jungle curry with fish and its was delicious and with a lot of veggies. I had mine mild, but you can order a side of hot spice to make it to your own liking. I tried the Lardna too, it was very tasty and delicious with a lot of veggies and your own spice. The veggie egg rolls are delicious too. I was told the beef PHO is epic tasting too. read more

Went here coz my friend restaurant already closed. I just took one spoon of Saigon fried rice i can taste the msg. Too much msg. The lid for the yellow curry is loose no wonder he gave us the tape. When i ask for bag he give us small bag for the curry, for the fried rice no bag. At least bring two. I Don't want to give tip, but i did but not a lot. And also i said no spicy each order charge me $1.50 extra, thats too much , its good for them no ingredient. But charge me. I don't think im coming back here again. Lucky i put 2 stars. read more

The beef pho is amazing!!! If you like pho Saigon is the way to go. The beef is tender and flavorful and the broth is good. I haven't tried anything else on their menu, but I have yet to be disappointed by the pho. Delicious. read more

This place is a weird anomaly...is it really Thai? Is it really Viet? Is it even Asian? Seriously, in no-where land and a waiter that doesn't speak the language, can it be 'authentic'? I didn't want to like this place, really, I didn't. When we came in, I told the waiter, we had a large group of 13...he kinda looked at the clock and rolled his eyes...then said he needed to set up the tables...wth??? Right??? But follow me here....after tables were set, we were all seated and service went by really quickly. What we didn't know, not being locals, this place closes late afternoon for dinner prep! We got there less than 30 mins before closing time. Waiter wasn't the most talkative but he was quick, not rude, but not all sunshine either...just how I like them. We ordered a mass of different foods, noodle soups, curry, fried rices, stir fry noodles, mango and coconut sweet rice, you name it! Conclusion - must be a Thai place because the Vietnamese dishes were meh, but the Thai items were amazing! I recommend... Yellow curry with chicken, make sure to order a side of rice! You are going to slurp up the curry real quick, so add some rice to slow you down. Pad See Ew with chicken. Very flavorful with right combo of meat and veggies. I don't recommend... Pho or the combination soup. Should have been a give away when they spelled Pho Tai wrong. If you are in the area and looking for good Thai food, this is the joint. read more

I wish they use better quality of shrimp. Everything I've tried here is beyond my expectations. I'm so happy that I found this place because I just moved here and I only love Asian food. Next time I will try other dishes (just not the shrimp) Service is excellent. Very nice people. read more

We visited this restaurant during the trip to death valley. There were very crowded with travellers like us and local people. We ordered Pho Tai (Beef noodle), Pad Thai, and pineapple fried rice. All of them are delicious, especially Pho Tai is the best. The service of staffs were kind and warm. read more

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And they're back! Whatever was happening in the kitchen has passed and the food is better than ever.

The food is amazing! The people are amazing. You can't go wrong with Saigon flavor. I highly recommend this place.

My family & I really enjoy this restaurant. Although the seating is limited, The food is amazing!

One of the best Asian food I ever had! Worth driving from San Diego Everything we have tried is epic. read more

Saigon Flavor - Chicken Curry - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

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Saigon Flavor is likely the best, or at least in the Top 2, Asian (Chinese/Thai/Vietnamese) restaurant in Ridgecrest, CA. This is taking into account the price, location, portions, and number of offerings on the menu. Portions are large and prices are cheap (fair). All entrees came w/ rice. We did: --Tom Yum soup w/ shrimp: surprisingly good, shrimp was deveined, large mushrooms added a distinct flavor/appearance to the soup --red curry w/ tofu: tofu was of a different texture but was still good. curry was a little too oily for my taste --roasted duck curry: curry was a little too oily, duck was a little fatty under the skin, not that much meat, just alright Tip: Call ahead to place your order after pulling up the menu online. Depending on the size of your order, it will take 30-40 minutes for them to prepare your food. They will call you when your order is ready. read more

Saigon Flavor - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

Stopped here for lunch during the workday and was pretty disappointed. I felt like the food was cobbled together with the absolute cheapest ingredients. I ordered the banh mi and it came with what looked like a hot dog bun for bread, thinly sliced chicken, and what appeared to be pre-made/sliced salad carrots and lettuce sparsely sprinkled on top. The flavor was okay, but it was not even remotely close to a good sandwich, let alone a banh mi. The meal came with a salad, which looked to be the same pre-made salad kit and was literally only two forkfuls of food. It also came with an egg roll that was definitely the best item on the plate. The food was definitely not worth returning for. Servers were nice and the restaurant appeared clean. read more

Seems there's a new new owner. Food is ok, not completely genuine Vietnamese but more like Vietnamese Thai fusion. Pho is ok, bun is ok, fried rice is ok but I've been told the Pad Thai is solid. Too sweet for me so I can't say for sure but supposedly legit. I've been to many legit Vietnamese places in OC. This is not super authentic Vietnamese but the owner is honest about it and super nice. If you're craving a quick fix this is the only game in town and it's not bad at all. I have to mention though.... mohawk guy is a real piece of work. If anyone hates their job it's this guy. So rude it's comical, the guy legit couldn't be more inconvenienced by his customers. If you get him as a waiter make sure you have some fun and keep asking him for little things. Another pair of chopsticks, more napkins, more ice... enjoy the show. LOL! read more

Well my only experience with this place is in the time of Covid so I have only had takeout. The food was great and the service was very professional. I have had chicken satay at dozens of Thai places and this was my favorite. It had a very generous flavor and there the pieces were good size. I actually had half with my dinner and the rest cold the next morning and it was still yummy. I'll go back here and try some new selections but I will get the satay every time. read more

Not sure if I came on a bad day but the food was okay. Banh mi sandwich was good but they barely put any meat & paid extra for beef. Mango sticky rice lacked sweetness & the spring rolls were okay. The wait time was ridiculous about 45 mins just got it to be cold when I got back to my hotel. Had high hopes. read more

The food and service are both good. It took a few minutes for the chicken to come out, but it was fine. It's a tiny and cozy eatery. I'll try something different the next time I come. read more

Saigon Flavor - Chicken pho - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

I've never left a Yelp review before. This is my first. Feel free to double check. Unfortunately, the shrimp in the meal I ordered last night (1/7/21) was raw. I called today to secure my refund and the person who answered the phone asked me if I still had the food and wanted me to bring it in before processing my refund. While, I don't believe the raw shrimp was intentional, the fact that the person on the other end of the line was rude, that this restaurant believes the customer should hold on to bad food in order to "prove" an issue, and my resulting frustration are the reason for this review. As of right now, somehow I've agreed to take back the raw shrimp (yes, it's still in my fridge because I didn't want it stinking up my trash). If I get a refund I'll update this review. They don't do curbside pickup either. We were asked "politely" to pick our food up and pay from inside. Even though the rates of infection here in SoCal are so incredible. I do not recommend this restaurant. read more

Saigon Flavor - Raw Shrimp - Vietnamese Near Me - Ridgecrest, California

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Okay... so I love pho. However this pho happened to be very oily and I could NOT get past that taste. You can see in the photos how oily the broth is. Also the noodles were clumped together which is normal, however normally they separate and loosen when put in the broth for a little and these stayed clumped together to the point that the texture was pretty bad. Needless to say I did not finish my bowl. I also ordered some Thai tea which was not bad I will say. I would try adding a little bit more cream to it. For ridgecrest, this is probably as good as it's gonna get but, for me personally I will just wait till I do my "once a month drive to San Diego" to get my pho down there. read more

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What a terrific place. Small and cozy. I ordered the combo Pho, large. The broth was delicious! My hisband ordered the yelllow curry. For appetizer, we had the chicken satay. We were happy to find this place. The place was busy with plenty of takeous orders. Our waiter was attentive and quick. The ambiance was no frills with focus on the food. The restaurant was clean. Will definitely return. read more