Saigon Station Restaurant

Saigon Station Restaurant

Business Bay

Saigon Station is a Vietnamese restaurant in Business Bay serving familiar favourites such as beef phở and bánh xèo, alongside vegan options. Reviews point to freshly prepared food, attentive guidance on how to eat certain dishes, and a cosy setting with canal views outside.

Reputation Score
4.8
★★★★★
740 ratings
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90%
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The Good Stuff

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Authentic Flavours

Vietnamese diners describe the food as close to home, while others praise its rich phở and traditional flavours.

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Vegan Choices

The vegan menu is described as thoughtfully prepared, satisfying and light, with vegetarian versions of classic phở also available.

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What to Eat at Saigon Station Restaurant

Foods and drinks mentioned in reviews of Saigon Station Restaurant, ranked by positive reviews minus negative reviews. Zero-score items have no net positive feedback; their labels distinguish neutral-only from mixed feedback.

Food 2

  1. Banh mi Net +3
    “We loved the stone soup and bahn mi.”
  2. Beef phở Net +3
    “Everything we ordered was delicious (we had the beef Pho, condensed milk coffee, shrimp with lemongrass, chicken with lemon grass). Even though a relatively small restaurant everything we ordered was good and would recommend this place.”
Honorable mentions (31)
  1. Ban xhiao pancake Net +1
    “Special recommendation for Beef Pho, Ban Xhiao pancake and sweet soup for dessert. And of course the Vietnamese coffee!”
  2. Banh xeo Net +1
    “Amazing food. Banh xeo, Banh mi and the wonton soup were all amazing.”
  3. Bánh xèo Net +1
    “The beef phở was rich, aromatic, and comforting, while the bánh xèo was crispy and full of flavor, perfectly paired with fresh herbs.”
  4. Beef sandwiches Net +1
    “You guys need to try their beef and chicken sandwiches.. it's amazing!! Bonnie is my guy.”
  5. Chicken sandwiches Net +1
    “You guys need to try their beef and chicken sandwiches.. it's amazing!! Bonnie is my guy.”
  6. Chicken with lemon grass Net +1
    “Everything we ordered was delicious (we had the beef Pho, condensed milk coffee, shrimp with lemongrass, chicken with lemon grass). Even though a relatively small restaurant everything we ordered was good and would recommend this place.”
  7. Coconut jelly Net +1
    “The pho soup is awesome. Coconut jelly is very delicious too.”
  8. Coconut salad with prawns Net +1
    “I tried their egg noodles with prawns which was amazing , fried rice with chicken that seemed ok and the coconut salad with prawns was also good.”
  9. Egg noodles with prawns Net +1
    “I tried their egg noodles with prawns which was amazing , fried rice with chicken that seemed ok and the coconut salad with prawns was also good.”
  10. Egg pancake Net +1
    “I went for the egg pancake, and Bonnie talked me through how to enjoy and make the wraps! I have been to other restaurants, and nobody showed me how to use the glass wraps before! In fact, I believe in other places, my friends and I use them as Matt thinking that they were plastic mats! So thank you, Bonnie for enlightening me on how to enjoy this Culinary delight!”
  11. Fish noodles soup Net +1
    “For the feast, we ordered Chicken Fried Spring Rolls, Fish Noodles Soup, Fried Rice with Prawn and Prawn Noodles Soup. The spring rolls were a bit different, Vietnamese style, nothing exceptional but it met expectations. As for the Fish Noodles Soup.., let me just tell you it is the perfect choice for a health-conscious person. It contained A LOT of greens and healthy vegetables, not my type, but a good healthy bowl of soup:)”
  12. Fried bananas Net +1
    “It was very good, and at the end we got fried bananas just like that, which was very good.”
  13. Fried rice with prawn Net +1
    “For the feast, we ordered Chicken Fried Spring Rolls, Fish Noodles Soup, Fried Rice with Prawn and Prawn Noodles Soup. The spring rolls were a bit different, Vietnamese style, nothing exceptional but it met expectations. As for the Fish Noodles Soup.., let me just tell you it is the perfect choice for a health-conscious person. It contained A LOT of greens and healthy vegetables, not my type, but a good healthy bowl of soup:) The prawn fried rice was quite good and light, but it had pineapple... I do not like pineapple XD”
  14. Grilled chicken satay Net +1
    “(2) Grilled chicken satay it’s marinated and cooked well, not dry at all (3) Banh Mi taste authentic and meat was good, only difference is bread is not the usual crispy like in Vietnam (4) Carrot Juice tastes fresh!”
  15. Mango salad Net +1
    “Of course, their pho with the two-beef mix meat and mango salad remains our go-to favorite. 😍”
  16. Pho soup Net +1
    “The pho soup is awesome. Coconut jelly is very delicious too.”
  17. Prawn noodles soup Net +1
    “For the feast, we ordered Chicken Fried Spring Rolls, Fish Noodles Soup, Fried Rice with Prawn and Prawn Noodles Soup. The spring rolls were a bit different, Vietnamese style, nothing exceptional but it met expectations. As for the Fish Noodles Soup.., let me just tell you it is the perfect choice for a health-conscious person. It contained A LOT of greens and healthy vegetables, not my type, but a good healthy bowl of soup:) The prawn fried rice was quite good and light, but it had pineapple... I do not like pineapple XD The Prawn Noodles Soup was really good! Also light to the stomach and delicious.”
  18. Rotisserie chicken Net +1
    “Be sure to try their rotisserie chicken and summer rolls—you can even mix the fillings! We chose beef and shrimp for ours.”
  19. Saigon station fried rice Net +1
    “Signature Beef Pho in Hot Stone Bowl (good for 2 persons) and Saigon Station Fried Rice are definitely recommended....”
  20. Shrimp rolls Net +1
    “Stopped by for a soup. Also had shrimp rolls (they are small) Food was good, portions are smaller than in Canada.”
  21. Shrimp with lemongrass Net +1
    “Everything we ordered was delicious (we had the beef Pho, condensed milk coffee, shrimp with lemongrass, chicken with lemon grass). Even though a relatively small restaurant everything we ordered was good and would recommend this place.”
  22. Signature beef pho in hot stone bowl Net +1
    “Signature Beef Pho in Hot Stone Bowl (good for 2 persons) and Saigon Station Fried Rice are definitely recommended....”
  23. Stone soup Net +1
    “We loved the stone soup and bahn mi.”
  24. Summer roll Net +1
    “I liked it so much I ordered summer roll the same night”
  25. Summer rolls Net +1
    “I especially enjoyed the starter, the summer rolls, and the spring rolls.”
  26. Summer rolls platter Net +1
    “First the (1) summer rolls platter (chicken, shrimp and beef) were so good, it tastes so fresh!”
  27. Sweet soup Net +1
    “Special recommendation for Beef Pho, Ban Xhiao pancake and sweet soup for dessert. And of course the Vietnamese coffee!”
  28. Vegetarian salad Net +1
    “I was craving for something salty but light and I was served with the exact flavours that I want! Saigon station restaurant has quiet a variety of food that focuses on the authentic flavours of Vietnam. The price was affordable and the foods was very tasty (the vegetarian salad was a bit less amount but it was delicious). Surely going to come back next time to try the other specials. 😁”
  29. Wonton soup Net +1
    “Amazing food. Banh xeo, Banh mi and the wonton soup were all amazing.”
  30. Chicken fried spring rolls Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “For the feast, we ordered Chicken Fried Spring Rolls, Fish Noodles Soup, Fried Rice with Prawn and Prawn Noodles Soup. The spring rolls were a bit different, Vietnamese style, nothing exceptional but it met expectations.”
  31. Fried rice with chicken Net 0

    Only neutral feedback

    “I tried their egg noodles with prawns which was amazing , fried rice with chicken that seemed ok and the coconut salad with prawns was also good.”

Drinks 6

  1. Carrot juice Net +1
    “(2) Grilled chicken satay it’s marinated and cooked well, not dry at all (3) Banh Mi taste authentic and meat was good, only difference is bread is not the usual crispy like in Vietnam (4) Carrot Juice tastes fresh!”
  2. Coconut coffee Net +1
    “5l bottle of water (normal priced) :) I can also recommend the coconut coffee.”
  3. Condensed milk coffee Net +1
    “Everything we ordered was delicious (we had the beef Pho, condensed milk coffee, shrimp with lemongrass, chicken with lemon grass). Even though a relatively small restaurant everything we ordered was good and would recommend this place.”
  4. Iced coffee Net +1
    “Pho and iced coffee were amazing. Service was the cherry on top.”
  5. Việt nam coffee Net +1
    “Especially don't miss their Việt Nam coffee. It's a must try.”
  6. Vietnamese coffee options Net +1
    “Nice Vietnamese coffee options.”

Tips for a Better Visit

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Try Bánh Xèo. Order the egg pancake and ask how to use the glass wraps; the restaurant’s serving method may not be obvious at first.

2

Sit Outside. Choose an outdoor table if the canal setting matters to you; several reviews highlight the water view.

Plan the visit

Practical details

the 9 tower - Marasi Dr
Business Bay, Dubai
Mon10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Tue10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Wed10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Thu10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Fri10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Sat10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
Sun10:00 AM – 11:55 PM
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Common Concerns

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Small Rolls

The shrimp rolls were described as small, so they may work better as a starter than a substantial meal.

Bánh Mì Bread

One delivery customer found the bánh mì authentic overall but noted that the bread was not as crisp as in Vietnam.

Customer-reported prices

These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.

75-100 AED

per person including drinks

“The menu has the most popular dishes, quite authentic and very good value for money (expect between 75-100 aed per person including drinks)”
Google review · February 2026
DXB
LOCAL

The Bottom Line

Saigon Station is a Vietnamese restaurant in Business Bay where the strongest draw is food that several Vietnamese reviewers say tastes close to home. You can come for beef phở, bánh xèo, bánh mì, summer rolls or vegetarian and vegan versions of classic dishes. The beef phở is repeatedly described as rich and aromatic, while the bánh xèo arrives with fresh herbs and can be eaten using glass wraps.

This is more than a quick bowl-and-go spot. Reviews describe a cosy, modern atmosphere, colourful Vietnamese touches and a canal view from outside. Service is consistently attentive, and staff are happy to explain unfamiliar dishes or show first-time diners how to assemble the wraps and eat in a more traditional way.

Drivers also have valet service, reported as free when dining in. There are a few details to keep in mind: one diner found the shrimp rolls small, another thought the bánh mì bread lacked the crispness found in Vietnam, and a review mentioned overcooked phở noodles. Pricing is generally described as affordable; one customer estimated AED 75–100 per person including drinks.

The restaurant is tucked away from the main road, so check the approach before arriving by taxi.

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