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Saigon Cafe, the premier Vietnamese restaurant in Jersey City, offers an authentic and delicious culinary experience. Our Asian fusion restaurant blends traditional Vietnamese flavors with modern twists, creating a unique and exciting menu. From pho to banh mi, our dishes are made with fresh ingredients and love. As a family-owned Asian restaurant, we take pride in providing exceptional service and a cozy atmosphere. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a night out with friends, Saigon Cafe is the perfect destination. Our menu also features a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options, ensuring there's something for everyone. Located in the heart of Jersey City at 188 Newark Ave, Saigon Cafe is a must-visit for anyone craving Southeast Asian restaurant cuisine. Come taste the difference for yourself!

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Magna Gopal
Magna Gopal -Google user
2 months ago
Great food and great service. Thai chicken curry soup was flavorful with fresh ingredients. It's got a good spicy kick. The fried spring rolls were excellent too.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5No waitDifficult to find parkingFree street parking, Paid street parkingNone
Chythra Gowrikanth
Chythra Gowrikanth -Google user
7 years ago
Our friends raved about this place and it's one of their regular visit places. I could not have loved the food more. The food was amazing! I had the mango salad which was so refreshing and the sauce it was tossed with was so tasty....Read More
Kiwii Phoenix
Kiwii Phoenix -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
Another great night at the Saigon Cafe!!! Vibes are great, owner and staff are great, the best part…the recipe!!! I have dinner here monthly sometimes biweekly. This place is home. Images from multiple nights at Saigon Cafe. Thank you Steve!!!!
prashob s
prashob s -Google user
6 years ago
I have been going here for the last 4years and I am a fan of their pho. And curry chicken puffs. Also try their curry chicken with sticky rice. Very neat and lovely lovely food. Ah and try their Vietnamese beer Saigon and sakes
Better Food Better Mood
Better Food Better Mood -Google user
a year ago
My friend wanted to try Viet food so we came here for a small bite. Honestly, I don’t have much experience when it comes to this cuisine, but the waitress was so kind to give great recommendations. We actually ate beforehand and regretted it, should’ve...Read More
Dine inOther$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Frank Siu
Frank Siu -Google user
a year ago
Spicy beef lemongrass noodle soup is a very good alternative to the common pho noodle soup. The satay chicken was pretty good as well! Do not expect a sub-$20 meal here
Dine inDinner$30–50
C.W. Gavillan
C.W. Gavillan -Google user
7 years ago
South East Asian food done really well. Drinks were perfect as well. I have passed by this spot for 4 years, I'm glad I finally gave it a chance last night.
Neil Sharma
Neil Sharma -Google user
6 years ago
Love the low lights, love the food. Excellent staff. Fantastic. Good. Highly recommended!
Edward Haas
Edward Haas -Google user
6 years ago
Great food, nice people. Elegant dining in Jersey City.
Angel Hsu
Angel Hsu -Google user
5 months ago
I get delivery from here often. It’s one of my go-to spots for Vietnamese food. I always get the fresh spring rolls. The peanut sauce is spot on and the shrimp is fresh. You can never go wrong with this appetizer. The beef vermicelli is...Read More
Atmosphere: 5
Zoe Yang
Zoe Yang -Google user
a year ago
Their food are so delicious! I ordered the Vietnamese curry soup with seafood and potato and it’s such a great meal! Soup is Very rich with ultra fresh seafood:)
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4
KrisKat Meow
KrisKat Meow -Google user
a year ago
Came in here for a quick bite. Food comes out fast and is delicious. The French baguette that the Banh Mi comes on is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and the chicken is delicious. So very very full.
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5Shrimp Summer RollHighly recommendLarge vegetarian selection
복복
복복 -Google user
a year ago
Everyone was welcoming and clay pot curry was great, just wanted to leave a review bc recent 1-star must have impacted the restaurant.
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5
Daniel Herbert
Daniel Herbert -Google user
7 years ago
Amazing food! Prompt service despite being very busy. Our server was very helpful in helping us understand food that we weren't fully familiar with also. Will DEFINITELY be returning soon!
do mm
do mm -Google user
2 months ago
We ordered the vege spring rolls and a beef pho which was better than what i expected. Would definitely recommend.
Dinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Indoor dining area, Bar area
Julia Fox
Julia Fox -Google user
Edited 7 months ago
This is the best chicken noodle soup I've ever had! I am a fan of this soup and it has given me a hard time finding one that is good. But this soup is perfect! And it's close to my home😍
Take outLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Quiet, easy to talkSuitable for all group sizesNo wait
Denise Johnson
Denise Johnson -Google user
11 months ago
Such a pleasure to be a patron at this delicious decadent authentic cuisine made by the matriarch of the family. The ambiance is so friendly, inviting and comforting. My family and I love this well cared for family gem in Jersey City, NJ!
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5
Tatiana Super
Tatiana Super -Google user
Edited a year ago
Had dinner there last night for a friend’s birthday and it was EXCELLENT. From the time we came in, until the very end, and we stayed past their closing time, they were quick, delicious and accommodating! All 4 of us enjoyed our food. I ordered the seafood...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Noodles and Vegetables, Beef and VegetablesSomewhat recommendNot sureDifficult to find parkingFree street parking, Paid street parking, Parking is unavailableIt’s possible, but not easy.
vu
vu -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
Had the vermicelli egg rolls, exactly what I was looking for. It was delicious! Update: I had my normal bowl and the banh mi to go today....omfg, grab a banh mi to go too!
Atmosphere: 5
Seoul 117
Seoul 117 -Google user
3 years ago
This place is fanatics, broth color doesn’t matter, different places have lighter or darker broth depending on the recipe. Can’t imagine having the audacity to tell another cultures cuisine that their making it wrong, really wild to me. Flavor wise it’s a perfect balance of...Read More
Rich Benedetti
Rich Benedetti -Google user
Edited 3 years ago
10 Stars. 5 stars on Seamless and 5 more stars here. I recommend the following: Pork stew Chicken and mint salad Taramind soup Hoisin beef Purple yam dumpling dessert The staff is friendly, helpful, and efficient. The prices are reasonable. You'll find nothing less than an 8/10 on the entire menu. Thanks...Read More
Lunch$20–30
Albert Aydin
Albert Aydin -Google user
6 years ago
Food was so delicious I forgot to take a photo. Managed to get a photo of dessert though! …
Angela Bruno
Angela Bruno -Google user
5 months ago
This is the best Vietnamese restaurant in Jersey City and beyond! The depth and love that you can taste in the pho broth is unmatched! Our go-to orders are the beef pho, spicy lemongrass beef soup, clay pot pork and any of the clay pot...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4Shrimp Summer Roll, Vietnamese Beef Soup
Lynn Schundler
Lynn Schundler -Google user
5 months ago
Great authentic Vietnamese restaurant! One of our go-to places. And the owner is quite the mixologist.
Atmosphere: 5
Arun Gayam
Arun Gayam -Google user
a year ago
I tried their Spicy Beef Lemongrass noodle soup and it was unlike any other noodle soup in the area! It is a very unique dish with three types of meat and shrimp paste. I had it while I was sick and it was very soothing...Read More
Katie Meyler
Katie Meyler -Google user
2 years ago
This place uses all fresh ingredients that they get from farms. They’re owner run and they care so much about the customers and experience. The owner is so awesome and delievers my orders personally! I can’t recommend this place and their …
Ashish Shrestha
Ashish Shrestha -Google user
a year ago
Great authentic, healthy taste, consistently since our first visit in 2010! Pure taste prepared with excellent ingredients and passionate techniques. …
Breanna Shen
Breanna Shen -Google user
3 months ago
Giving some stars to this OG spot! Best food in the area
Food: 5…
Seungho Lee
Seungho Lee -Google user
a year ago
I’ve travelled dozens of countries and dined at many Michelin rated restaurants all over the world, but when I need my comfort food in jersey city, this is my default restaurant. The food always hits the spot and the owner has been very …
Karla Aybar Reyes
Karla Aybar Reyes -Google user
2 years ago
Been going here for 15 years and it never disappoints. Some favorites include the summer rolls, banh hoi beef, seafood claypot, and tamarind shrimp. But everything I've gotten has been great. My partner has been ordering the yellow curry …

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