38038 Cleveland Ave, Squamish, BC V8B 0A1, Canada
The Taste of Saigon Cafe is a new restaurant located in downtown Squamish that specializes in Vietnamese cuisine and coffee. We offer both takeaway and sit down service for customers in a relaxed cafe environment.
I wasn't expecting much from the restaurant but I am pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food here. Yes, the bowl of noodles was on the high end, but you have a large bowl and good amount of meat for the house special. In that respect, it makes up for the price. I am also surprised that the soup was surprisingly rich, and did not feel like they cut corners (I hope). It was on the oily side but I feel that is a good sign that they used real bones, instead of a spice packet or flavour packet instead. It's a small place but it was "busy" for 7 PM on a Wednesday. Still, there was no wait so thats always a plus in my books.
It was a chilly but fine weekday after many days of rain, I felt like having a short trip out of Vancouver so my wife and I drove to Squamish and it was our first time visiting there. We felt hungry and surprised to found a Vietnamese restaurant there. We wondered if this is the only Vietnamese restaurant in the town so we were curious to give it a try. The restaurant has many small paintings of the Vietnamese culture. The server gave us a welcoming smile and led us to the table. We didn’t have to wait for long to order the goods. Pho is definitely the first thing to order. From the previous reviews many people mentioned the broth were very rich in taste. When I had a sip of the broth it tasted good but taste is not as rich some people described. There were many beef in the pho and beef balls tasted nice. It is authentic and I believe the other dishes would taste authentic as well. No wonder there were many customers there. We enjoyed the meal here.
Awesome. Easily the best experience I have had eating pho, or Vietnamese subs (and I’ve been to a few places). This is the closest thing to traditional Vietnamese cuisine. Small menu, but they ensure that everything they have exceeds expectations. Reasonable prices as well. Service is was mostly good too! Don’t expect someone to ask you how everything is every 5 minutes (which could be good or bad depending on the type of service you like).
We recently moved to Squamish from Vancouver and was really craving pho. This place hits the spot. The broth is on the milder side but their chilli oil is so good and adds so much dimension to the soup. Spring rolls were really good too. The staff are lovely and welcoming and the restaurant is decently sized with plenty of seating. This place is perfect for a cold and rainy day, which I’m sure we’ll have a lot more of in the coming months. We’ll definitely be back time and time again.
very fresh, delicious. you can tell they really care about the food they make here. service was fast. some of the best pho i’ve had in a long long time!
Decent food here. Had the #34 Grilled Pork and Spring Roll Vermicelli, and the #11 Traditional Vietnamese Banh Mi. Both were really tasty and satisfying. The Banh Mi is made with their home-made pork pate! Not the most variety in their menu (no tendon, or rice paper deep fried spring rolls) but the meal I had was really good. Accessible front door and washroom. Washroom also has a baby change station.
first time customers. visiting Shannon Falls, and we stopped in for a meal. taste of Saigon- works so well for us wonderful meal , attentive service generous portion size , clean fresh space we will be back
Really great portions and meat choices! I would recommend trying this place out, especially if you want a tasty, balanced meal. The servers were kind, and the service was pretty quick.
Delicious, decent portions, very memorable. Grilled Chicken is the best !
Best best best pho, spring rolls and bahn mi. Lovely people too.
Best banh mi!!!and rolls!
This was awsome lunch expirience. Ban me was so delicious and pho had real flavor.
Super delicious Pho, super attractive grilled rib rice. 10/10
Lunch is great ! Good service attitude
Been coming here for 5 years and its the most consistent authentic food for takeout or dine in Squamish. Great service from the owners and pickup is usually under 10 minutes! All the Phos and Sandwiches are great for lunch and dinner.
The pho is worth every penny. The broth is incredible! I only wish there was more variety on the menu (ex tripe). Amazing.
Incredible pho
Some of the best Pho Ive ever had. Super rich broth.
Well run, very tasty. Quick service. Great place
I had the bahn mi for the first time, SO GOOD!
Was really expecting to be disappointed by vi t food in a small Canadian town but it was super good. We ordered in Vietnamese so this place is legit. Pho was great. I got the goi cu n and bánh mì. The goi cu n was so large that I saved my bánh mì to eat while hiking the next day at whistler. A little pricey though Parking: Parked at the bank lot down the block for free
Took 30-45 minutes for a banh mi dine-in order. Understaffed and overextended.
Looking for great food, efficient service and consistency? look no further, these guys have perfected the art of Pho and other traditional Vietnamese foods! super friendly staff, outdoor seating, and speedy service! my favourite is the Lemongrass Chicken pho, that broth is next level goodness!
A bit expensive for Pho. But we dont have much to choose from here. The taste is bang on.
Better Vietnamese than a lot of places in Vancouver, even. Dietary restrictions: No peanuts respected Food : 5/5 |
Absolutely appetizing. We tried the vegan pho and vegetarian spring rolls. Both equally delicious. The broth of the pho was so delicious and the vegetables very well cooked..
Excellent vegetarian sub. Highly recommend.
Loved it!
Mind blowing food. We loved the chicken grill pho #26 Super awesome soup .
Go regularly for their beef pho, I love their soup flavoring. Service is always quick and food arrives promptly after ordering. Only small review is the space is too small, it gets a bit congested when groups are in and waiters trying to get by with dishes, and people blocking the way or trying to get to the bathroom.
We got the Chicken and Pork Loin Spring Rolls Vermicelli. The food was incredibly flavorful! Perfect for a hot day.
$19.95 for a small size bowl of pho , meat was slightly overcooked, meatball was sliced from a single ball which makes me Lmao .looking at other table order lemon grass chicken rice, was so small size for ladies. For what u plan to eat you better think if it will get ur stomach full at all. With recession, didn t give enough but reasonable tips then they stoned face without greeting for appreciation dine in the restaurant. Will choose some other alternative to get my stomach full next time.
The pho was really good. The service was ok, the waitress did not come to see us more than once so we didn t have enough water during dinner. Other than that, it was great.
We ordered the Pho with beef slices and beef balls, and the chicken in lemongrass with rice. Both dishes were authentic and delicious.
Food we ordered were really good very filling for two people
Love this place. Amazing PHO
I had the hot sauce and now the taste of Saigon won t leave my mouth
very good vermicelli
If the food and service are great then automatically make s it a 5 for me. Loved the Spring Rolls with chilli oil and the cold Vietnamese coffee Food : 5/5
Food is like really good.
Great vegan options were available. We tried spring rolls. Very crispy and yummy filling. Amazing service. Condensed milk Coffee was also delicious.
Great veggie banh mi and always a friendly service! My go to for quick lunch Vegetarian options: veggie sub is the best- the breads perfect and great flavours Food : 5/5 |
Squamishs most friendly staff
Amazing food, great Pho. Worth to stop by because of it. During rainy day the best food.
One of my go to restaurants in Squamish. Highly recommend. I love the Tofu Banh Mi and Tofu Salad rolls and my partner loves the special Pho. The food comes out super quick and it is delicious. They use a Tofu Ham which was really flavourful. Too notch food and service.
enjoyed my chicken bahn mi. very friendly and fast service.
Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch at Taste of Saigon during a day trip to Squamish. The banh mi was very fresh, with nice soft bread with a perfect outer crust. Also thoroughly enjoyed the vermicelli bowl with lemongrass chicken. The chicken was really thick and juicy and cooked to perfection. The sauce was also perfectly balanced (some places are too sour or vinegary IMO). 10/10 would come back again to eat more lol
Awesome pho! Nice staff
Busy Vietnamese cafe with great personal service. Good vegan options- I had the tofu Sub. The crusty bun was so fresh. My friend had the Shrimp veggie wrap, she was delighted! Vegetarian options: Good full vegan choices.
The food and service are great. Also I forgot my wallet and the clerk helped and returned to me. Will come back again.
I dont understand why they so highly rated. Server lady was so rude and impatient and even food was not that good quality and so expensive. regular pho for $20. Pho noodle was stick each other. Id not gonna trust google review anymore.
Some of the best pho I ve had anywhere. Portions are huge. I stop here almost every time I leave whistler
Good Pho
The first sip of broth brought back memories of Vietnam. I was seated with hot tea, the bean sprouts came out blanched, the broth had rich beef flavors, the iced coffee was strong bitter and sweet. The whole experience can be summed up in one word.. ngon.
Incredible pho!
Delicious Pho. Huge and yummy spring rolls! Ordered take out and they packaged it perfectly with all the sides :)
I can t believe I hadn t seen this place sooner, the best traditional bánh mì I ve had in Canada Credit to the owners, The roll cooked perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The balance in flavours and chilli was perfect This is my new stop every time I go through Squamish
Very tasty food. Would definitely re-visit Food
We had Pho Tai. The tatse was so so. The broth was too thick and oily. The noodle was not fresh pho but I guess it was dried version of Pho. Price is expensive but we can t complain as it is kinds of touristy location.
The owners son (drew) was very welcoming during our stay. He gave us a real taste of Saigon!!
Lovely place for food. Incredibly fast service, great food and good prices. Bathroom was really clean too.
Delicious very tasty and generous with the portion !
Food was great, and the staff were very friendly. We ordered 17, 21 and 32 for 4 adults
I cannot believe how authentic and fresh everything was ! Better than any Pho restaurant in Vancouver, a definite hidden gem. Homemade broth just perfect to allow your to enjoy the taste of the main ingreidents. Owner/family very attentive to detail. Kitchen well organised and spotless. Bathroom very clean. We came across this restaurant randomly. A key stop over for my family on the way to Whistler.
Food was absolutely delicious. Service was fast and also servers were thoughtful, considerate. Awesome experience, 10/10. Great prices as well.
The restaurant that has been open for two years is still so clean! Every staff member in the store is friendly and always welcomes you with a smile! In addition, each dish is plentiful and delicious! Worth trying!
Pho and bobun super good!!
Some of the best Vietnamese food in B.C, no doubt. Excellent customer service with lots of repeat customers which speaks for itself
One of the best Asian restaurants in Squamish. The pho was a delight.
Excellent service and food is 10/10. Absolutely recommend.
Great spot for a quick bite. Delicious and fresh tasting food + quick service. Loved the vegetarian banh mi. If you order the viet coffee, I d recommend getting half sweet! Veg/vegan options.
Consistently delicious and fresh food for each season. Best value sandwich in town.
Excellent choice. You won t be disappointed
Quality and quantity is better than city pho restaurants, spring rolls are the best!! Food is quick. I love it here!!!
Love this place. The pho is great and the owner is always very welcoming.
This place is amazing! Food is sooooo tasty and the staff are fast and friendly.
The store is not big, but it is clean and comfortable. Tastes very good
Top 5 pho tai Ive ever had in BC. The ingredients are so fresh and top notch quality. The broth is so good, my toddler couldnt get enough. Even while busy on a Saturday evening the quality was outstanding. Ill definitely return on my next trip to Squamish.
Pho was really good. Would come back agian. Lots of flavor.
Soup is delicious. The noddle portion is big. The spring roll fillings are big and tasty. Very good . Will go again.
Cannot say enough good things about the food. Their vegetarian pho and vegan banh mi is the best!
This is my favourite restaurant in all of Squamish, and honestly my favourite Vietnamese food I ve had in BC! The owner/staff are so incredibly friendly and the food never disappoints. I am a regular and their Pho and salad rolls are a once a week craving. You must try it if you re in Squamish!!
Pho was incredible! We got the steak and brisket. The broth was perfectly seasoned, the meat was rare and was beautifully tender by the time the broth was added. Service was very quick. Price seemed like a good deal compared to the other restaurants in the area. No complaints.
Really delicious, authentic food. Normal service. The only thing I wish it also had was a change table for babies in the bathroom. Food : 5/5
Very nice Pho broth. One size of pho, $18.50.
We were wishing for Phò to come to Squamish for many years and our wish came true I Phó Great food, great service. Thank you
I ordered a brisket pho and I got raw slices of beef instead and a couple pieces of cooked brisket. I am not a fan of raw meat in pho so I was pretty grossed out and couldn t enjoy the meal. My husband loves having it ordered like that so it worked for him.
Best tofu Bahn Mi!
Its incredibly tasty! You just need to try it once, and you wont be able to forget this place!
Possibly the best Pho I have ever had. The broth is unreal. I got the beef steak and brisket pho and added broccoli. Omg, delicious. Will be coming back once a fortnight and it s a 45 min drive!
Incredible food and reasonable prices for the high quality they serve. Always yummy. Highly recommend!
Best pho I have ever had! The soup, the noodle, the meat, they are all perfect!
Wow wow wow it was so yummy! The best pho I had so far ~ Their broth was delicious and well balanced. I like the broth not too sweet and salty. The beef broth tasted like real beef bone soup and vegetable broth was full of umami ~ The service was great ! The owner and waitress were very friendly! The place was very clean
Great food, friendly owners and reasonable prices!
Staff were welcoming and warm. Service was fast and efficient. Food was delicious. Deffinitly would recommend stopping for a bowl of Pho, well worth it!
Super surprised to see a quality Vietnamese restaurant in Squamish. It is $2-3 more expensive than pho in Vancouver. Their homemade chilli oil was more than amazing. Decent pho(little bit salty for me). Super friendly staff. Definitely going to visit again next time I m in Squamish.
I think I will come back here again. The soup was delicious and the salad rolls were fresh. And the traditional Vietnamese coffee is really good. For a restaurant that I decided to try on the spur of the moment, the flavours exceeded my expectations.
Holy inflation Batman! I ve never paid $18.50 for a bowl of pho before and hopefully never will again. Delicious bowl of soup, but not for that price. Whew!
I had pho beef and brisket its very good
I have walked by this place often never ventured in till today. Simple menu offering. Clean interuor and friendly staff. Excellent Beef and brisket pho . Sorry no picture...I was hungry
Amazing addition to Squamish, I eat here every week !
Excellent food but this is the most expensive Viet food Ive ever had! Please reconsider your prices because we wont go back and pay close to $20 for a bowl of soup
Am I ever happy to finally have a legit pho place in Squamish! The pho is perfect portion (tripe for the win!!), and the Bahn mi is my favorite lunch. The owners are great. I love love this place.
Did not disappoint. Clean washrooms, fast service (5 min.), and delicious pho. Flavorful and well presented. Well done! Food : 5/5
A Small Vietnamese Pho and Cafe restaurant . CLEAN AND NICE . Food
We love this place. Delicious broth brewed execellently. Great comfort food!
Tried out Taste of Saigon and was very impressed with both the service and the food! Amazing pho and great Vietnamese coffee. The atmosphere was inviting and friendly. I highly recommend!
O...M...G! This place had literally some of the best Phó Ive ever had!! I had the steak Phó, tried some of my friends chicken Phó, as well as the spring rolls. Their tea is quite delicious too we will for sure be coming back here MANY more times as we explore the Squamish area. I highly recommend coming here and would give them 1,000 stars if it were possible!!! A must visit restaurant in Squamish Cant wait to return! Thank you
I love food very good service definitely recommend
Super fast service and great tasting food. Surprised to find a place this good in Squamish
I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH! A blessing for vegan and gluten free folks. Such delicious pho , especially tasty in the rainy Squamish weather. I highly recommend people to come here and try their vegetarian pho ( a vegan AND gluten free dish, super healthy)
I love that there s a veggie bahmi. The bread has amazing texture and it s all very yummy. The vegetarian pho is also full of veggies and good (it s not sweet!)
Great food Great staff
Limited but good options. It was more limited for my husband and me mainly because we dont eat beef. Food was good, the portions were good and the waitress was very friendly. I took a star off because we felt the food needed a tad bit more seasoning but overall it was nice, will visit again for sure.
So yummy!!
Amazing food (spring roll and shrimp noodles and a Vietnamese roll!). Great service and super friendly. Food was fresh and super fast
Really authentic Vietnamese restaurant in Squamish! We randomly came across this restaurant and tried the pho and sandwiches. They were both fresh, tasty and authentic. I would highly recommend the sub sandwiches!
Competitive taste compared with the best of Toronto-based phos: broth on par but the noodles are much better. Im a broth guy.. not a noodle guy.. but here I couldnt help but eat all the noodles because thats how good they are. One bowl will set you back $18.50, but the portion is appropriate for said price. I can get the same size in Mississauga for under $15 but $20 in downtown Toronto.
You have to try the Iced milk coffee! Very cool and delicious!
Best pho
I was craving Pho but not expecting much from a place in Squamish BC - wow was I wrong! The Pho was incredibly flavorful, even though I was really disappointed at first when the man served it to me because they were out of basil (thats my favorite part of Pho! Wah!). I ordered the chicken Pho, which came with a LOT of chicken (I think it was two chicken thighs worth) fried in lemongrass. Delicious! The broth was also incredible. The service was so nonexistent it was almost rude, the ambiance completely unexceptional, but the food was so good that I am still giving 4 stars.
Excellent food. We had the vegetarian rice noodles soup! Will recommend this charming restaurant anytime.
Legitimately the best Vietnamese Ive ever had.
Incredible bahn mi, definitely worth a stop.
Amazing food! We are so blessed to finally have fantastic Vietnamese food in squamish now. The pho is always flavourful and delicious and the spring rolls are incredible! I ve eaten everything on the menu and always have a tough time deciding because they do everything so well. The service is lightening fast and it s the always the same kind gentleman working so I know they all work very hard and it really shows in the consistency of the food and service here.
Price experience score (pes) 7/10 Parking available service ok Food good. Ambiance ok Cr yes
Super clean washrooms. I loved it. Friendly and happy Vietnamese staff. Really quick service. Functional AC is amazing. Food : 5/5
Reasonable price and excellent services
The pho was really good. My husband enjoyed the pepper in the pho as it added some interesting flavor, I could ve done without but it was still pretty tasty. The portion sizes were really good too.
Taste of Saigon got the best vietnamese coffee in BC! Original taste!
Came here looking for some Pho when we were visiting Squamish. We are from Cali so we had our reservations about finding a good Pho place. This place didnt disappoint. We sat right away and the food came fast too. It was actually really good and all 5 people in my party liked it a lot. Super happy we found this place and I see why it has good reviews.
Very shallow bowl. Portion is small.
The broth is so good. Super clear, super rich. I would say the only negative is that he is kind of going light on the beef lately. For 20.00 there should be more beef in the soup.
but food quality could be better. for example, too much taro in the spring rolls.
Best Vietnamese restaurant in Squamish. Delicious pho (beef noodle soup)
Taste of Saigon had a welcoming atmosphere. We ordered the steak pho and the portions were very generous. Our noodles were slightly over cooked but otherwise, soup and toppings were delicious and exactly what we were craving. There are vegan options as well.
The restaurant staff were very friendly, the broth was very good and the noodles tasted very local.
Great local! Small but nice. Food and service top! Had the Pho with chicken.
Best pho I ve ever had!
Do yourself a favor and head there now!!
Chicken rice, pho and banh mi excellent
Food on the expensive side
amazing staff and incredible food
Very good, thank you.
This home made chili sauce is amazing, great food!
Great food
My favourite pho restaurant; better than any in Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, etc. The flavour and quality of the pho is just above the rest. Completely worth the price. The first time I came here I was not expecting such a gem outside of the lower mainland. Now I come here every time I m in Squamish.
The food was good we did add a little more spice to the food.
Ive had countless Pho in Paris, London and Vancouver, but Taste of Saigon was by far the tastiest of all. Their meat broth is very flavourful, well balanced and delicious. All ingredients were extremely fresh. The owner was very accommodating too as we arrived after closing!
We had a fantastic dinner. The food was outstanding and the price was good. I will go back next time in Squamish. Food
So glad Squamish finally has a great Vietnamese restaurant. Food is always tasty, service is always friendly and it has become one of our go-tos in Squamish. The pho broth is clear and does not have that oily film broths can sometimes have. Go to order for myself: steak pho, spring rolls (to share) and an iced Vietnamese coffee. My husband gets the chicken pho and it is his favorite dish on the menu!
One of the best pho Ive ever had. Doesnt taste like MSG. Its actually a very tasty and proper broth with lost of meat. Their subs are very delicious too. Its a go to Vietnamese restaurant! Highly recommended!
Ive been living in Vietnam, and Ive eaten a tons of pho bo soup, this place serves authentic pho soup as far as I can tell
The service was terrible. The woman, probably owner, was not in a good mood. Food was good. Food
owner attitude so bad, normal tatse, have no second time to visit there
The price and taste of the food are the best. If I go back to Canada, I will definitely visit again!
One pf the best Pho place in BC
Whether youre coming from a hike, a climb, a bike ride, or a tiring day at work, this pho (grilled chicken) is really comforting and delicious. I recommend it on any occasion and if you are just hungry, it will make you feel energetic again to continue your adventure
Best Pho and best Bánh Mì. Ive been here several times, and it just gets better and better. Its specially awesome after a hike on cold weather: the pho will warm you spirit.
Super friendly staff. Amazing Phô !!!
Pasty overcooked noodles, more like disintegrating tiny noodle bits. Overpriced. Mediocre service. A can of pop, no glass, no straw, no care.
Love this place, best pho, best owners, always quick service.
Awesome and the best PHO!
So glad they have a pho place midway between Vancouver to Whistler. A hot bowl of soup was good enough to hit the spot on a cold day. Definitely would recommend.
Great food here. Nice man at cash ststion. Highly reccamend
Very memorable chicken pho! Crispy chicken skin matches the flavorable pho soup, which is on the stronger side! Would recommend this lovely Vietnamese spot in Squamish!
Great service, family owned. Pho measures up to any place in Van or the GTA. One size, about a large, try the one with brisket which is good and not often on offer elsewhere. Spring rolls + banh mi are delicious as well.
Fantastic Pho in Squamish . You wont be disappointed
Never eaten in before but food to go is always quick and so so good!
Good food quick service nice people
Truly one of the best pho s I have ever had.
Love their Pho, and the staff are super friendly. Happy to have this restaurant in town! Its my favorite go-to spot for those cold rainy days.
Great place for pho in the area. Very pleased with the flavors and how clean the broth was. Would recommend!
Nice little place to eat. The portions are big. Vietnamese iced coffee is delicious.
Delicious pho! Vegetarian options are tasty! Lemon grass chicken is tasty! Salad rolls are tasty! They accommodated our door seating for a dog too! Amazing service too!
Its very delicious, the portion is generous, and the soup is to the floor!
Is a so dericious
The best pho! The best Vietnamese restaurant in BC! What a great service!
Went for a hike and needed a good bowl of pho after. Read the reviews and they were true, this place deserves the high rating it gets. Great broth, Bahn mi was excellent and the limeaid was nice and refreshing. The staff were really nice and the food came out fairly quick!
Visited this place after a climbing day. People were friendly and polite. food was also really good with good amount of veggies. The vegetarian option they have is actually vegan, and it was great. Ill definitely coming back here for a healthy and quick post climbing meal!
we ordered brisket & steak pho and spring rolls.This place has become one of my favorite spots for Vietnamese food. I definitely recommend this place
Instantly a favorite restaurant! The beef Pho is amazing! Already cant wait to go back.
Delicious food. We ordered 4 phos, 2 spring rolls, 2 salad rolls & 4 Vietnamese coffees. Friendly servers. The service is fast & professional.
I have been there a few times. I switched it up today and had the chicken sub. Sooo good.
Fast service, great food at reasonable prices
Fantastic Pho and Bahn Mi. Pho broth and prep was superb. Sandwich roll was light and crispy super-good and the flavour and toppings were fresh and on point. Salad rolls are dynamite and massive. I ve lived in Squamish for years and can t believe I haven t been coming here. Very impressed with the food and cleanliness. Service was fast and friendly. Well done!
Yum!
Love the chicken pho!
I was super excited to hear Squamish was getting a Vietnamese restaurant. I lived in Vancouver for many years and really became a big fan. Its delicious and the staff are super friendly. I cant wait to go back!
PHO....PHO....PHO......!!!! Steak and beef balls..... PHO....PHO..... Vegetarian options: Vegiterian pho....
Traditional sub is the best sub in town Great food Great service
The pho was authentic and great! Came out full and happy on a cold day The service was also good. Food : 5/5
The staff are really nice and the pho is phonomenal! Highly recommend you check them out