Little Saigon Café

The place is really cute! I came here on a weekday in the evening and it was empty, so I had the whole place to myself. I wasn’t too pleased with the vegetable pho- the menu I ordered from said $9. The broth was flavorless. Vegetables were decent. When I went to check out, turns out it was actually $16. Definitely not worth the price, and I probably wouldn’t come back.

Came here after a concert around 10:30pm. One of the very few pho spots open on. Tuesday night. The place is SUPER small. There’s only about 4-6 tables in there if that. Prompt and extremely friendly service by the owner who affectionately calls himself “Uncle Sam”. The biggest con I have which I docked a star was the $15 pp minimum. It was only me and my teenage son and I wanted pho before driving 2 hrs back to DE, he ate at the concert and was tired and not hungry. We were forced with the rule and ultimately paid $15 for 6 chicken wings. Yes they were good, but I don’t like a forced minimum for a casual restaurant like this. Nonetheless, the pho was amazing!! Some of the best I had. But they serve it in a large bowl and only fill it up halfway. 95% of the pho I eat with similar price point, I get way more and I can’t even finish the bowl. Side condiments were fresh. Table condiments could’ve been more fresh/clean but it’s Philly, it was late, and I didn’t expect Michelin service. Uncle Sam is a gem and so sweet. Although the food was good, I don’t think I’d return based off of portion size. Again, be mindful of the $15 minimum in case you bring children or someone who didn’t plan on eating much. There’s 20% gratuity for large parties although idk where you’d sit. Btw the “super hot” sticker is not lying. I love chili sauce in my pho, this one looked sketch so I only put a dab in and boy I was on fire, sniffling and all. Beware!

Stopped in here during my first visit to Philly . So glad I did! Alice was so kind ,and the food was delicious. I started with spring rolls and the lotus root salad . Both were fresh and refreshiThe lotus root salad was a new experience and I Loved it . Also order lemon grass chicken skewers , Chicken pho and chicken vermicelli. Lots of chicken I know ! LOL but all were equally wonderful!. I highly recommend this place. Will definitely visit if I ever come back . 10/10 !!!! Unfortunately I did not take photos because I was so hungry. But all Plates were neatly served and appetizing upon arrival :)

This is my number one/go-to spot in chinatown and I just think it's delicious! The service is simple and the food comes out fast (just how a solo diner as like myself likes it). The gentleman who always takes care of me is just wonderful and attentive. I am a repeat customer. Their Pho is amazing!

Food is decent, with lots of personalized touch. The special was chicken curry for today, which my husband thought was just okay and with similar flavors to Japanese curry. I, on the other hand, loved my broken rice platter with grilled pork chop and fried egg. The fish sauce is just right with the flavor. The chili oil on the table was SPICY, but adds even more flavor to the dish. I even bought chefs own chili oil to bring home with. The environment makes you feel like you’re a guest in someone’s home. The owner Sam engages with everybody in the restaurant. We’ll definitely come back!