iPho by Saigon

iPho by Saigon is a Vietnamese restaurant on University Avenue in St Paul, MN, serving familiar Vietnamese dishes alongside filling portions that customers often say are generous. Located at 704 University Ave W, St Paul, MN 55104, it’s a convenient option for a meal in the neighborhood, whether you’re stopping in for pho, choosing a noodle bowl, or looking for a relaxed place to eat with a friend. The restaurant’s listed rating is 4.5 stars from 2,193 reviews, offering local diners a useful snapshot of customer feedback.

Pho is a central choice on the menu, with options that include P-1 pho with assorted toppings. Diners describe the regular bowl as substantial, with plentiful meat and noodles that have a pleasing texture. One customer found the broth flavorful even as it cooled, while another thought their pho was a little salty, a reminder that individual preferences differ. If you’re especially hungry, or want to take some home, the reported serving sizes may be worth keeping in mind when deciding what to order.

For a different noodle dish, customers mention bun bo Hue and rice vermicelli bowls with generous amounts of meat. Reviews describe the vermicelli portion as large enough to share or save, while bun bo Hue has drawn mixed comments about flavor alongside appreciation for its size and value. Other dishes mentioned include chicken fried rice and banh mi; one guest praised the fried rice and another particularly enjoyed the banh mi bread. Cream cheese wontons and crab rangoons also appear in customer accounts, with the wontons praised for their crunchy exterior, full filling, and sweet-and-sour sauce.

The atmosphere can be busy at popular times. A Sunday lunchtime visitor reported waiting around 10 minutes for a table, so a short wait may be possible when the dining room is active. Customers also mention friendly staff, and the generous servings can make iPho by Saigon a practical pick for sharing, casual meals with friends, or bringing home leftovers. The reviews suggest a broad mix of choices, from soup and rice dishes to sandwiches and appetizers, rather than a single reason to visit.

iPho by Saigon is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:45 p.m., Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:45 p.m., and closed Monday, according to its listed hours. Its University Avenue address makes it easy to identify when searching for Vietnamese food in St Paul. If you’re planning a visit, consider the larger portions when ordering and allow for a possible wait during busy periods. The menu and customer experiences make it a straightforward neighborhood choice for pho, bun bo Hue, vermicelli, banh mi, and other comfort-food favorites.