Saigon Kitchen

Name: Saigon Kitchen
Address: 1111 Story Rd #1005, San Jose, California, 95122, US
Telephone: (408) 297-1107
Price range: $$
Rating: 3.5

$$ • Vietnamese, Vegetarian

Hours:
1111 Story Rd #1005, San Jose
(408) 297-1107

About Saigon Kitchen

Saigon Kitchen offers a great ambiance for a Vietnamese restaurant, with high ceilings and a moderately upscale feel. While they don't specialize in pho, they offer a variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes, including elaborate settings for lettuce and rice wrap dishes. The restaurant recently stopped offering the popular nem nuong (grilled pork sausage) with rice paper, herbs, and vegetables, which was a favorite among customers. The staff is always friendly, and the food is consistently good.

Saigon Kitchen is a popular choice for larger groups, with a spacious interior. The menu features traditional Vietnamese dishes like caramelized catfish clay pot, braised spare ribs, grilled pork (thit nuong), and banh hoi, as well as newer fusion options. The food is flavorful and easy to share, with portions that are about right. The must-try dish is the Medium Cá Quay Dừa Xiêm Da Giòn Kiểu Bến Tre (Crispy Roasted Catfish with Rice Paper, Mixed Fresh Vietnamese Herbs, Bun, and Mắm Nêm), which allows diners to make their own spring rolls. Other favorites include the garlic noodles with seafood and lobster noodles, both perfectly cooked and delicious.

Ordering is easy with QR codes at every table, though smoothies require flagging down a server. The service is decent, with prompt food delivery, though there may be a short wait. The large, packed space is well-suited for bigger parties, making Saigon Kitchen a go-to spot for family dinners in the area.