Searched for restaurants in nth hobart, most were full of customers. Found this small unassuming diner"Saigon express" three of them in the main drag. Chose the unlicenced middle one . On first appearance it looked quite drab, noticed a seafood sizzling hot plate advertised without noodle or rice for $27.
WELL , did I get MORE than I had expected...
Prawns ,squid seared with fresh red capsicum ,ginger, spring onion shallots, brocolli, cauliflower,carrot along with the most delicious stock/ sauce. All cooked too an absolute perfect level still alldente and juicy.
I asked about byo and was told yes and not even charged corkage!.
Sometimes, looks can be deceiving, I would recommend this authentic Vietnamese diner for any person looking for a fresh / healthy dinner without the pomp and ceremony that most upmarket restaurants base their menu prices on. I will return too try out many of my other Viet dishes featured on the expansive menu...
Staff are all friendly Darlings xx
Saigon Express Restaurant - 335 Elizabeth St
Patrick Kissling - 2 months ago
We ordered a few dishes to share and loved everything! The spring rolls were crunchy and hot, the pho was rich and full of flavour, and the beef lemongrass dish was absolutely delicious. The service was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We couldn’t resist finishing with the banana fritter — totally worth it!
Sapa Rose - 77-81 Harrington St
Imogen Di Florio - 4 months ago
Mouth-watering char kway teow with the perfect wok hei flavour! Laksa (winter special) also flavoursome and delicious! Small dine-in area but they still had 2 high chairs which was great for our toddler. Our toddler had the kids menu fried rice - simple but tasty. She enjoyed it!
5 Stones Singapore Kitchen - 542 Greenhill Rd
Lien Nguyen - 4 months ago
Teriyaki chicken curry is fantastic. Not just the slop out of the bain-marie but a generous portion of just fried delicious chicken with curry and rice for $17. 10/10
Bento - 385A Main Rd
Ekkers Lovarkia - a week ago
Ordered spicy kimchi pork belly Bento and spicy karaage. The service was pretty fast - under ten minutes for both. The portions, as can be seen from the photos, were VERY generous. This fed two people. The prices are also reasonable, considering the portion and taste. The service from the worker was outstanding, he was very friendly. Only downside is there was no music playing so the atmosphere felt a little quiet. Will definitely be back again!
Bento King & Bubble K - 930 South Rd
Danielle T. - 3 years ago
Small place but very sensational Vietnamese and Malaysian cuisine with excellent service at the busy Fullarton road. Carpark is available at Woodfield Ave on the back of the restaurant. Strongly recommend for everyone and definitely go back again.