While shopping in Seattle's International District, I decided to swing by Saigon Deli to try their well-known banh mi sandwiches. The deli is tucked away in a rather run-down part of the neighborhood. I managed to find parking, but the lot itself was grimy and had a noticeable odor. Thankfully, the interior of the shop was clean and well-kept, which was a relief. I picked up three of their signature pork banh mi sandwiches at $6 apiece--a solid deal, especially compared to the pricier options on the Eastside. Each sandwich came stuffed with grilled pork slices, fresh cilantro, pickled carrots and daikon, jalapeños, and a savory sauce. The bread had a satisfying crunch, and the sandwich was both flavorful and filling. Definitely worth the stop. read more

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The food here is so so good. Please do yourself a favor and go in there and order something. It gets busy during the lunch hour so be prepared. I always get my banh mis from here. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Always fast and friendly service. No.2 bahn Mei sandwich is the best and with the avocado milkshake! That's the best kinda quick and easy lunch. The area is shady so please be careful and lock the car. read more

I had my first Bahn Mi here the other night and was shocked how delicious it was!! The sandwiches were a hefty portion, especially for $6!!!! I got the tofu and my friend tried the roasted and BBQ pork. I don't eat meat but he really liked both pork options. I loved the tofu! The food was warm and fresh. Bring cash if you have it, as they seem to prefer. As for the location- unfortunately, as locals know, the ID has some issues. This is a slightly rougher area than the areas the tourists go to! Just be aware that you are stepping into an area of the city that needs some help and be respectful. Overall, would recommend and will go back! It's a hole in the wall but those are where you are normally getting some real good stuff. (Not to be confused with Saigon Deli a few blocks away, this is for Saigon Vietnam Deli) read more

Incredible banh mi. So fresh and flavorful, and the price is INSANE (affordable)!! The best value you can get for any kind of food nowadays. Quick service, nice staff, and they accept credit cards. Must go here. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Good, cheap banh mi, but a tiny store and not a great area to sit and eat. I got the deli meats sandwich, and it had everything you'd want from a banh mi - plenty of meat, pate and vegetables. I enjoyed mine and it was filling enough for the price. I also got a penny wort drink with mung bean just to try - it was ok, very grassy, but the mung bean also made it a bit gritty. I will say that one of my friends also got the deli meats sandwich and it was not as good - one of the meats was just the fatty part. read more

Very hole in the wall. Very Vietnamese. They got Banh Mi sandwiches going for $6ish. They got hot food combos for $10+. Affordable. No idea what any of the hot food items are or much of anything since nothing there is labeled. To go spot read more

Overall Thoughts: This takeout only spot in Seattle's Little Saigon is small but quite chaotic with workers buzzing around you and a busy line usually forming around lunch. For $6, the banh mis are very solid and hit the spot; the bread is fresh and flakey. They also have a large selection of packaged foods and hot lunch boxes, which all looked delicious. The service is quick and efficient with no frills. They accept both card and cash. Food I tried: - Roasted pork belly banh mi (4.5/5): The pork belly was really fatty, but flavorful and delicious. The ratios of bread to pork to veggies were good. - Three kinds of ham banh mi (4.4/5): The pate was creamy and the cold cuts were tasty; this is a classic that you can't go wrong with. - Banh cuon - prepackaged (4.4/5): Tasted good; its soft and delicate texture paired nicely with the crispy shallot toppings and delicious sauce. -- Price (relative to peers): 4.6/5 Food: 4.4/5 Ambience: N/A Service: 4.5/5 Overall Value: 4.5/5 read more

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Came on a Thursday around lunch and it was busy with a small stream of people ordering and moving in and out of the store. It's cramped but certainly loaded either way lots of grab and go items, some refrigerated items, and hot food items. I ordered some viet coffee, chicken curry, banh cuon, nem nuong banh mi, and a rice platter. All of this came to a total of $37 which is an amazing deal since this can be eaten over multiple meals. The value from this small deli is amazing! It's such a great option for a quick and affordable lunch. I'll be coming back for sure! read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Viet coffee, chicken curry, banh cuon, nem nuong banh mi, rice platter all under $40 - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Delicious, bread was flaky and soft on the inside, my only complaint is that the cucumber was bitter, also wish it was thing sliced vs a large hunk but that's a personal preference. Also excited for the bánh da lợn and honeycomb cake. Bringing them back home on the plane! read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - banh mi #1 pork no pate - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I been to Saigon Vietnam Deli many times. The food is good but greasy. This is typical for Vietnamese deli. Price is good and service is ok. So I gave this place one star because I saw the server drop a piece of chicken. The counter block the view a bit but I'm pretty sure the chicken was on the floor before he picked it up and put it back with the rest of the food that will be sold to customers. I was shocked. I did not place an order and left. read more

Whenever I'm driving in South Seattle, I always try to make a pit stop at Saigon Vietnam Deli. They have so many pre-made, ready-to-go food items on top of a vast Banh Mi & plate lunch selection--it can definitely be a bit overwhelming if you don't have a game plan! Nothing is labeled so I'm never 100% sure what I'm getting, but it's hard to go wrong. I'm very partial to their banh cuon and what I think is pan-fried radish/turnip cake w/ egg. The Mango Salad is also very refreshing, and a great deal at $10 (and comes with shrimp)! Their banh mis are solid for the price point, but I usually try to stick to the pre-made or plate lunch options to try to eat as many unique options as possible! Parking lot is super convenient, and the employees are friendly/helpful. Note this is a to-go spot with absolutely no seating, so take your delicious food for the road! read more

I came by for lunch and to grab some items for family. They have another location right around the corner, but I found the parking here to be easier in their shared lot with the strip mall this location is in. Once inside, there was a large menu board and some prepared foods laid out for purchase. I ordered 3 banh mi dac biets and 1 charshu banh mi. I also picked up some banh cuons, which were prepackaged. Upon arriving home minutes later, I discovered I was given 3 charshus and 1 dac biet, the opposite of what I ordered. This made it difficult to give people in my group the right banh mi. Otherwise, they were pretty good, but nothing special. I did like how the banh cuons came with just the rolled stuffed with meat and no sides except fish sauce as I typically don't enjoy the sides as much. There is an upcharge for using a credit card so bring cash! read more

This is a small niche in the International District. It is to go. The food is excellent. My favorites are the beef shanks, meatballs are huge and the best Vietnamese Saigon meatballs I've ever had. Their braised pork belly with hard boiled eggs is really really good- I like to crumble the whole egg over my pork. The pork and beef and chicken is so very tender- it's excellent. Their bàhn mí is excellent- the bread is so fresh. It tastes like they bake their own bread. I've had the roasted pork bàhn mí about three or four times now, it's excellent. The roast pork is super tender and the flavors are wonderful. I'm not quite sure if the vegetables are pickled and or what butter they use- along with paté but the flavor is superb. I would try their other sandwiches but the pork really hits home. The people that work there are very friendly and it's a nice atmosphere- I walked in one day and the place was packed full of people and they quickly served everyone in minutes- extremely efficient and great quality. I used to make my own braised hot pot - tendon, cartilage, beef, meatballs etc. but why when you have it done perfectly by this nice spot in the city. Totally worth the drive~ Thanks everyone! read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Yesterday (11/17), I bought a box of sweet rice with Chinese sausage for lunch. But when I opened it, I noticed that it already smelled bad, as if it was a left over from the day before. This issue should be reported to the health department; and I intend to do so. Also, on the side note, I noticed that there is no itemized receipt from the cashier. She always does the total "in her head", and nobody challenges the total. It is so easy for her to make "honest mistakes", of course in her favor. Frankly, I don't trust this shop... In summary, I do not recommend this shop. it deserved a minus 5 stars ( -5* ). read more

I happened to be near the CID and decided to stop by for a takeout. The food is plentiful. I mean, I wish I had some photos but they were stacked. I decided to get two item combo with pork belly and beef stew. Additionally, I got a premade drink which I have no idea what the name is. It was milky drink with jellies and beans. Delicious! The to-go container was so packed. The food was enough for two meals at minimum for under $15. Not a bad deal. I didn't see any seating but it was very clear the place was best for quick takeouts or pick and pay. The parking was pretty plenty at the time and there's a fence around the whole mall which makes it seem safer. I would definitely check out the spot again for a banmi and the Vietnamese iced coffee. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Combo with two items - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A friend recommended this place to me, and I'm so glad I bookmarked it! I found myself in the international district with a friend and needed a quick bite. We made our way here and were in and out within five minutes. There was a wide range of options, including prepared and packaged foods and menu items made fresh. We got two banh mis and a coffee smoothie. The banh mis were warm and well-filled with veggies and an ample amount of meat. The smoothie was huge and only $5! This establishment has some of the most affordable lunch and dinner items in Seattle. I'm definitely coming back to try more menu items in the near future. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Prepared foods counter - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Used to work at the Seattle Indian center close by here. Lunchtime meant I picked my daughter up from the downstairs daycare and off we went, looking for lunch. We Liked to walk and explore the neighborhood. We found good banh mi here. Overall, a great inexpensive sandwich. One caveat, Not filled to good sandwich capacity, it would have been a better sandwich if the filling to bread ratio was higher. Can be skimpy. Unfortunately, there were very dry pieces of pork in the pork banh mi. But, Can recommend the tofu. Tofu in the banh mi was seasoned well. Service was always pleasant and fast. Heads up, there is a service fee if you pay card so cash is definitely preferred by them. in planning, this is strictly a to go place. No seating inside. I would order our food and find a place to eat outside. Other than sandwiches, they also offer other items. Such as Vietnamese dumplings, rice, egg rolls and dessert. As a novice, I can add these to my order for an inexpensive price and try out the various flavors. You can order these to round out your lunch order. Really enjoy the sandwiches here and the variety of items to go along with them. All for a very inexpensive price. Freshly made, often wee still warm from being cooked. I have no idea of what I was eating at times. But enjoyed the experience of trying new things with my daughter and having her enjoy the flavors of a different cuisine. To this day, she enjoys the flavors of Asian cuisine, I think to her young exposure to Vietnamese cuisine. Fond memories of pushing her in a shopping cart here and ordering our food. Thank you to the kind staff here and their dedication to serving quality food. read more

An affordable grab and go spot that offers hot takeout, premade meals, and freezer/fridge bulk food for later. My bahn mi was toasted, creamy, acidic, savory and the perfect size for lunch. The sandwich was transportable and not too messy to eat straight from the wrapper, factors that don't always hold true for bahn mi. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Bbq pork bahn mi - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Little shop where you come and order Togo food. It's small but has so many food options to select from. They also have pre made dishes you can grab and go. Got bbq pork banh mi it was yummy! As well as spring rolls and pork and egg bun Bao! All their food are cheap and tasty! read more

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Very ghetto.. sanitation is a big issue... (maybe due to A lot of homeless people invading this area..?)

Authentic eating satisfying. Viet coffee is the best and fresh. Plenty of parking. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - The best breakfast open early 7am - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Confusingly there is another deli with a very similar name, but luckily both are quite good. My parents and Iike this deli for their inexpensive and tasty banh mi, the banh it tran, the bo cuon la lot, and the pate chaud. For me, the banh it tran (glutinous rice balls stuffed with mung bean and shrimp) and the bo buon la lot (beef wrapped in herbal leaves, like the Vietnamese version of dolmas) are the best. The banh mi bread is excellent and light, but the standard Viet cold cuts version is meager on the meat. The roasted pork (heo quay) version has a good portion of meat, but sometimes the meat doesn't seem the freshest. The grilled meat version is solid. The pate chaud is flaky and the filling isn't too fatty. Prices are very reasonable. read more

A pretty average banh mi place that's enough to satisfy a craving. I ordered their three kind of ham and bbq pork banh mis. I enjoyed both of them, and their value is great! Hard to find another place around Seattle that's much cheaper than $4.50 per banh mi. The bread itself was light, airy, and well toasted. The pickles could've been a bit more fermented. A little heavy on the mayo. An okayyy portion and quality of meat in the sandwich, I've seen better and worse, but again... this is a great value meal. I did feel a little sick afterwards though with a mild stomachache and diarrhea. As far as cleanliness goes, this is a pretty rustic place with heavy foot traffic from the homeless population. I really felt bad for the shop because in the 5 or so minutes I was waiting around for my sandwiches to be made... 3 homeless individuals stole food off the counter. While visiting here, I just recommend being very alert. read more

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Amazing customer service! We had called ahead and ordered 50 sandwiches. They were ready first thing in the morning. They helped me load the three giant trays of sandwiches into my car without me having to ask for help! Would recommend Saigon Vietnam deli for any catering events! read more

If you want to try some common dishes that Vietnamese people usually eat for lunch and dinner, then definitely give this place a try. They do have a variety of options to choose from. Food was well-seasoned and tasty. I bought chè thái here, and I don't really recommend it. They also have bánh mì as well. The neighborhood is a little sketchy imo, and this is take-out only. Cash only, if I remember correctly. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Canh chua, thit kho tau - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This deli has been around for a LONG time! I've been coming here since early 1990's. I think they have been around since early 1980's! How's that for a fixture in Little Saigon?!? This place may seem a little intimating when you go in. Chances are you'll hear lots of Vietnamese being spoken. Don't worry though, there is at least always one person who speaks perfect English. Sometimes it's the kid. :) Their offerings are in 4 categories: 1. Banh Mi sandwiches Look up to see their menu. I believe the current price for one is $4. Same price regardless of type. 2. Behind the counter hot foods This is where things start to get a little bit mysterious. There are no labels to the names of the foods nor prices. They sell by container size. I've bought eggplants + tofu and green beans + tofu, and was happy with both the amount of food and the cost. It was maybe ~$4 to $5 for the small container. 3. Grab and Go foods These are less intimating but still no names and no prices. The savory items tend to be $4 while the sweet items tend to be $3. You can't really go wrong just grabbing some to try it. 4. Snacks, grocery story type foods and refrigerator sweets For the latest purchase, I did #3 only and chose: Banh Cuon (savory, $4) - 4.5 stars Tender rice-flour crêpes filled with a mix of pork and mushrooms and topped with fried shallots, dipped in Nuoc Mam Cham (fish sauce mix) Taro, egg, scallion stir-fry (savory, $4) - 4 stars This re-heated really well at home. I pan-fried and it was sizzling hot in no time. Banh Da Lon (sweet, $3) - 4 stars Pandan and Mung Bean Cake - I honestly don't know what is the authentic version of this. The pandan layers are more gummy than I know them to be. Doesn't matter. I still liked it. read more

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Food- great variety for typical VIetnamese (VN) deli. All made in house. Food is fresh! I enjoyed the food, though my family had mixed reviews. On par with other VN delis. Dislike prices are not clear on the packaged food. Service- very nice and friendly. At first they seem abrupt, but they warm up. Grab and go service, no seating area. Ambiance- small and dingy looking (but that never deters me). Value- fair. Food is "cheaper" then other delis, but quantity of protein in sandwich and pate chaud are less. Location- in a not so fancy strip mall. Going west bound on Jackson, you make a right on 12th. Then immediate right into the strip mall. Has parking! Recommend- yes, to support businesses. The warm service makes me want to return. read more

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Buss or Sus... Fat Buss. $6 for a banh mi sandwich. ARE YOU KIDDING ME? My boyfriend and I got 2 banh mis and a Viet Iced Coffee each. The banh mis came warm with the usual fixings. Such a good affordable meal. I will say the french baguette will scratch the roof of your mouth, but it's so worth the pain. It'll be a great place to grab and go when you want something filling and quick. Service reflects the same. They standing on business. Comin back again for sure! read more

The man behind the counter was so friendly and charming! I ordered the pork bahn mi, and he gave me a to go box of bo la lot for nearly 1/2 off as it was close to closing. I ate the sandwich driving home, and it was absolutely delicious, But, the pork was quite tough. The next day I warmed up the bo la lot and it was delicious too! Especially the sauce it came with. Sadly, I was sick after. But it might have been something else I ate as I had some problems in my fridge. So, a mixed experience, but I'll try again, earlier in the day. read more

Omg Bahn Mi for $6 and a plate lunch for MAX $11. I was so filled up after and had plenty for left overs. It's a hole in the wall and don't expect the kindest/best service, but the food is going to be quick, hot, and delicious. There is no place to sit and it can get crowded during rush hour. Be prepared to get in and out. I also got pandan honeycomb bread which I have been craving and it was super moist and yummy. 10/10 recommend read more

Food tastes are very good, price is friendly. Staff are very service-minded and also friendly.

Everything from here was SO.BOMB. We tried the hum bao (HUGE, had an egg and sausage piece in it which was crazy), two of the banh mihs (these were only $4.50 each and were large and filling), spring rolls, and mango salad. Whatever seasonings and dressings they used in that banh mih - omg so good! ALL this food was 20 something dollars. It's located in a strip mall and it is a tiny store, takeout only. It is BUSY but food is prepared super quickly. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - All this was $20 - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Takeout only deli counter with cheap viet food! This place is tucked into a random strip mall, but had tons of foot traffic coming in and out. I called ahead to order a bunch of banh mi's and they were ready by the time I arrived. We got 6 banh mi's to go. They were all pretty bread-heavy and didn't seem to have enough veggies/meat in them. Roasted pork: best of the 3 I tried. Roasted pork was pretty tasty but I wish there was more meat in the sandwich Bbq pork: pork was chewy and not super flavorful Shredded chicken: chicken was super shredded and super dry. Definitely the worst of the three Feel like I've had better banh mi's elsewhere, so maybe I just ordered the wrong thing. I'd be open to coming back and giving this place another try given it's good reviews and variety (and also try non sandwich foods). read more

If you like Vietnamese Bahn Mi the # 1 and # 8 (spicy) here at Saigon Deli are Bomb. 10/10. We come here every time we visit LBC next door and it is always a win. read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Deli Entrance - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Michilin star class food Quality The best in the northwest Hidden gem wow Exquisite The shimp they cook has skin and fins But you can chew it palitable With no problem Thats how good this place Are read more

Great spot for a banh mi sandwich. Super cheap and quick service. Good parking lot out front. There are additional items in the fridge and pantry items inside. It's a small space, so there isn't a straightforward line or clear waiting area that doesn't feel like you're in the way of someone. RE COVID protocols: Social distancing is nearly impossible, and although it wasn't required, I kept my mask on inside. I've never had a meatball banh mi before, and I really enjoyed it. The meatballs were saucy and flavorful and the veggies felt fresh. Definitely worth $4.50. I think they used to only accept cash. I saw about about 5 people pay with cash, but I saw one person paying with card. read more

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Great little shop located in International District that offers eats from Banh Mi, Banh Cuon, hot foods, Che (dessert), various drinks, etc. My go to at Saigon Vietnam Deli is their plain Banh Cuon and Banh Cuon with meat. Banh Cuon consists of thin sheets of rice batter. Its usually paired with Nuoc Mam (fish sauce), cha lua (pork roll), greens of choice (cilantro, sliced cucumbers, etc) and topped with dried onions/shallots. I can't wait to pick some up this week! Yum!! read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Banh Cuon with meat & plain Banh Cuon - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Hole-in-the wall take-out only Viet deli in ID. Please be forewarned that the service style here is quite old school and blunt, but this style is suitable for crowd management when it gets busy, in order to keep the line moving. So don't be afraid if the shop looks busy, the line moves fast! *#1 Thit Nguoi ("3 kind of ham") Banh mi: Current price is $5. Pretty sure they don't charge tax if you pay in cash. The portion size is moderate, not huge, and the taste is quite decent and simple. It's not overflowing in meat and pate, but it's balanced with the pickled veggies. There's also a variety of freshly prepared take-out items (ex. steamed bao, rice, soup). Not the most exciting or fancy items but it looks authentic. read more

Been coming here ever since Seattle Deli was demolished across the street few years ago. While you still get similar banh mi, egg roll, and other deli items, hygiene level can definitely be improved. Ladies behind the counter had their masks pulled down that they pulled back up to make the banh mi but makes you wonder what goes on when patrons aren't watching. Never disappoints when you're craving a $4.50 banh mi that will fill you with grilled meats and pickled veggie goodness but be aware of where the food is being made. I try to eat a new deli item each time I go - I'll learn the names of these one of these days! read more

Saigon Vietnam Deli - Banh mi, egg roll - Vietnamese Near Me - Seattle, Washington