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Saigon Shack

Vietnamese Restaurant and Asian Restaurant$$$$

Greenwich Village, New York

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Saigon Shack

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Ranked #5 for healthy food in Greenwich Village
This Vietnamese restaurant is famous for their pho. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Get the pho or bahn mi and summer rolls, it's all good and cheap."(95 Tips)
"Try the Lemongrass Chicken Rice and African Nectar Tea! Awesome!!"(31 Tips)
"You can’t go wrong with the vegan pho or the fried fish banh mi."(204 Tips)
"Try the duck vermicelli and spicy brisket banh mi."(11 Tips)

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ZenFoodsterMarch 12, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Not cheapest compared to others in C'Town but ingredients & tastes are fresh, clean & pretty authentic..making this Vietnamese the best pho, Cha gio, Grilled Pork Chops, & banh mi place in NYC!
Betsie WilsonAugust 12, 2015
Great prices and great for a quick bite, despite that it's pretty crowded during lunch. The Vietnamese coffee is authentic and their banh mi's and bùn's (vermicelli noodle bowls) are great for Togo.
Upvoted Nov 11
Beril EsenNovember 4, 2017
Say you're looking for a modern take on Vietnamese food that's not going to break your bank: this is your spot. Line to wait is long, but moves fast. Try the duck vermicelli and spicy brisket banh mi.
Emily WilsonMarch 14, 2016
If you're hungry, go for the grilled pork chops, shrimp, & spring rolls over rice or vermicelli. It's delicious, filling, and a steal at only $11.95.
Cindy lauApril 15, 2015
Banh mi classic is legit. Summer rolls are meh. Pho broth is literally some of the best I've had. Cash only. Long wait times if you're dining in but worth it.
Berk KapiciogluNovember 15, 2015
Get the duck com, which is duck with rice. Great spot for quick meals. Low key, but always crowded. You would wait less if you come by yourself. They keep the restaurant quite warm during winter.
Phil HuJuly 17, 2017
Been here 25+ times
Spicy Special or Saigon Shack pho. Perfect sliced beef topping. Spring rolls and Vietnam sandwiches are also fabulous but I bet you can't finish them and the pho all at once ;)
Jerry De SouzaSeptember 9, 2016
love it, reminds me of home. the girls are so chirpy and attentive. In summary authentic tasting, great service with young hip environment.
Juliana AmorimSeptember 22, 2014
Absolutely amazing! And cheap! You can have a HUGE noodle soup for 8 bucks (which you can share, quite frankly). Try the beef pho or brisket pho. And the cucumber lemonade! What an experience!
Jess NaldoOctober 7, 2014
Closest and most consistent place to west coast quality pho I've had in my several years in NYC. Great ingredients, many options, and lovely service. Love that they're open late but cash only!
Nate BeattyOctober 18, 2015
The best part is the bánh mì, pho, and spring rolls will be the best you've ever had. Second best part is that you get more dishes than you can eat for $10-15 bucks
John AOctober 14, 2015
Tasty and fresh Vietnamese food. Vegetarian options.. Including vegetarian pho. Recommend crab cakes. Fun environment, be prepared to wait for a seat.
Lindsay CaitlinOctober 14, 2014
Been here 10+ times
probably the best pho I've ever had. Place was packed when I went. Prices are very reasonable & the grilled lemongrass chicken pho was to die for 😋
JulieFebruary 7, 2015
I had the Saigon Shack Pho and my friend had the lemongrass chicken pho. Both were delicious and huge, but the chicken was extra special. The brisket was my favorite meat of the pho.
Martijn SijtsmaFebruary 14, 2018
I've been to Vietnam - this is the real thing 😍 Great pho classic with beef and superb lemon grass chicken bahn mi 😊
Christina SquitieriJune 27, 2016
Been here 100+ times
Best pho in NYC. The lemongrass chicken is also delicious. Long lines but they move quickly, and take out is really fast. I love this place!
Samantha GoldsberryJune 7, 2013
The pho is definitely on the upper end of quality, but the spring rolls are f#cking amazing. Also, get a cup of Vietnamese coffee (hot or cold) to go when you leave. You won't regret it.
LashaApril 14, 2016
Sandwiches are great! The spicy brisket is delicious. Everyone who dines in usually get the soups. Will be back for sure.
Leslie TengApril 2, 2016
Get the food to go, because there's always a line out the door. Their bahn mi sandwich is very good. And beware: the spicy version is actually very spicy. One sandwich will keep you full all night.
ssmplApril 27, 2018
Loved this place. Everything we had was great! From fresh rolls, pho bo, fish banh mi to duck vermicelli 👌
LaylaOctober 19, 2019
Amaaaazing pho! The beef is so tender, also loved the coconut Vietnamese coffee! Service very friendly and efficient.
Berk KapiciogluDecember 6, 2015
The food is delicious. Service is very quick. There is usually a line, but it goes fast. It's cheap and cash only. My favorite dish is duck with rice.
Sameeha AmeerFebruary 27, 2020
Been here 10+ times
My go-to for hearty comfort food. You can’t go wrong with the vegan pho or the fried fish banh mi.
Aaron CallowayJuly 12, 2013
Finally a Vietnamese restaurant that has the best of everything. Pho, Banh Mi sandwiches, Spring rolls and vermicelli bowls! This is now my favorite Vietnamese restaurant. And they're open late!
Jin TSeptember 22, 2018
Actually I do not think the pho here is authentic at all. The noodles are just not right, the texture is way too firm compared to the phos I had in Vietnam. Typical pho noodles are wider and softer.
Eden NgMay 10, 2015
Absolutely amazing viet! Haven't tried the pho but the banh mi and vermicelli salad were delish :) always a bit crowded though
Emily BennettAugust 24, 2016
The BBQ pork bahn mi was delicious; but not really traditional Vietnamese pork bahn mi. I think the beef or the ham would have been more traditional, but still really good food!
Lee SimpsonJanuary 25, 2017
My second favorite pho spot in NYC. There's always a wait but it's well worth. You can't go wrong with the house pho and summer rolls.
Courtney TightDecember 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Affordable, tasty Vietnamese. Friendly staff! The grilled pork on rice vermicelli noodles and the beef phô are personal faves. GENEROUS servings, so come hungry & be prepared to take leftovers home!
Silene LimJuly 14, 2018
Despite high ratings, this isn’t one of my favorite V places for pho, even for “neuvo”. Broth isn’t as delicious other places and noodles over cooked. I expected so much, yet they delivered little.
Christine WongOctober 19, 2014
Solid and most authentic viet spot in the west village and surrounding area. If you're ever in the mood for a pho fix or craving some spring rolls, this place definitely hits the spot.
Caroline DengSeptember 17, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Wow, huge portions for low prices. Get the Saigon Shack pho and summer rolls with shrimp! You could probably split one portion with a second person.
EArchitectJune 26, 2016
Cash-only. Asked for marque Vietnamese dishes: Chả Giò, Phở & Bánh Mì Xá Xíu. Lady at the counter looked puzzled upon hearing the words. Not a good sign for authenticity. Food was good. Not the best.
Naveen KonduruAugust 23, 2014
Very good, highly recommend for authentic food. For comments about wait staff trying to rush you out, it's because their menu is extremely inexpensive, so they compensate with large turnover.
Jianing QiSeptember 14, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Best Pho I ever had in NY. They use different type of rice noodle and its great. Classic Banh Mi is cheap and tasty, great for lunch.
Kevin StappJanuary 15, 2019
Popular place that doesn’t take reservations- be prepared to wait, but so worth it. Amazing Pho! Friendly and super-efficient service. Cash only
Brett BertolinoMarch 24, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Two thumbs up! Delicious food, lots of veggie options, open late, nice decor and very reasonable prices! Only downside - cash only. -@parttimeveganbf
Malcolm RingMay 26, 2015
Bahn Mi, Vermicelli Bowl, Sweet Potato Fries are all really good and fresh. Food comes out really quick.
Natasha MoriniOctober 18, 2015
First time having pho and OMG! Sorry grandma but this beats chicken noodle soup. I got the lemongrass chicken and it was perfect in every way. Also cucumber water!
Larry LaBurrFebruary 2, 2015
The crab cake banh mi was phenomenal and spicy. Communal seating was fine since we were a group of six anyway. Hated that we were next to the door and the frigid air kept rushing in, but that's on us.
BasakJanuary 29, 2016
Dat crispy duck with rice though!! There is always a wait but it's absolutely worth it. Heads up, cash only!!
Utku UralJune 7, 2018
Pretty difficult to beat the price point here for some amazing banh mi. The pho is also incredible but the traditional pork banh mi steals the show.
Madeline VuJuly 29, 2015
Been here 5+ times
I'm Vietnamese and I thought the banh mi, pork chop bun, and pho were pretty solid. Get a cafe sua da to go. Fast service. Good for lunch.
Celena ChanAugust 7, 2015
Large portions-- I love the Saigon shack pho and the bun plates-- esp the lemongrass chicken! Good for solo and 2-3 ppl, can get crowded.
SaraJanuary 2, 2015
Food here is so good and inexpensive-don't expect great service. Our waitress took our order while smacking with food in her mouth. They will snatch your plate while you're still eating so eat fast
Mike PNovember 16, 2017
This place is absolutely amazing. I've had many types of Pho and this is by far the best I've ever had. Highly recommended!
StevenAugust 26, 2016
Get the grilled pork, shrimp and spring roll combo. So good! Duck banh mi also has great sauce and flavor. Cash only!
Fernanda CastanhoMarch 8, 2014
Tasty food for a very fair price. What else could you ask for? Highly recommend the lemongrass chicken pho, the spring rolls and the cucumber juice.
Namitta ShankarJune 7, 2012
Good veggie banh mi with tofu. Love the sauce on the side, you can taste every ingredient (ginger sauce) in it. Very fresh great portions. Great service as well. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
NeilApril 18, 2016
Don't be put off by the 15 minute wait; this place has a quick and slick turnaround. Had a delicious pork chop bun mhi and a good chicken pho.

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