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Orange County - Saigon 9 restaurant
3.5

Saigon 9

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Vietnam
  • Casual
  • Food
    bad
  • Vibe
    bad
  • Perks
    good

Food: Epic fail on taste

Saigon 9, a spectacular failure on palate satisfaction, dishes out food that's distressingly devoid of flavor. Worse still, the freshness of its ingredients is highly questionable, with guests criticizing old, soggy meats that significantly detract from the meal quality. The pleasant surprise of plentiful portions and celebrated affordability are tragically undermined by the devastating lack of a culinary soul in their dishes.

  • Great Value

    Numerous reviews celebrate affordable prices with good quality food offered.

  • Okay Variety

    Menu has a little of everything, although some items are missing.

  • Bad Taste

    Food described as bland, disappointing, average, or lacking in flavor.

Top 3 dishes at Saigon 9

  1. 1

    Pho Dac Biet 🏆

    Pho dac biet satisfies with tender meat and a flavorful broth.

    Pho Dac Biet dish
  2. 2

    Banh Xeo

    Delicious, crispy treat with authentic flavor, a crowd favorite.

    Banh Xeo dish
  3. 3

    Vietnamese Crepe

    Crispy and authentic with ample fillings; recommended for vietnamese cuisine lovers.

    Vietnamese Crepe dish

Vibe: Bleak, loud atmosphere

Stepping into Saigon 9, you're greeted by a depressingly cheap ambience, dirty and unkempt. If the grim atmosphere doesn't put you off, the overly loud music in the restricted space surely will, creating an environment utterly unsuitable for dates. To make matters worse, the lack of photogenic quality builds a sense of misleading representation.

  • Negative Buzz

    Shown TV pictures are misleading, suggests lack of photogenic quality.

Perks: Surprisingly pleasing perks

In a surprising contrast to the overall dining experience, Saigon 9 does deliver on a few fronts. The availability of ample parking, convenience of location and group-friendly seating arrangement provide a few redeeming aspects. Moreover, the fast, attentive service, elaborate dietary options, notably for vegetarians, and a kid-friendly atmosphere also deserve a reluctant nod.

  • Great For Kids

    Kids enjoyed food; tried new things; very kid-friendly atmosphere.

  • Hard To Hear

    Noisy staff and stage work made enjoying the meal very difficult.