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Saigon (Rivonia)

VIRTUAL TOUR

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Cuisine: Asian , Thai , Fusion
Ambiance: Traditional
Main course (avg): R95
Licensed: yes, corkage: R70

Open: Lunch , Dinner
Monday: 12h00 - 14h30; 18h00 - 21h00
Tuesday - Thursday: 12h00 - 14h30; 18h00 - 22h00
Friday: 12h00 - 22h00
Saturday: 12h00 - 14h30; 18h00 - 22h00
Sunday: 12h00 - 21h00

Description:
As the name implies this wonderful restaurant serves an impressive selection of Vietnamese dishes together with a variety of other Asian cuisine. This style of Asian cuisine is more subtle than Thai or Chinese and does not include the fiery spicy food that one associates with Thai cooking. There is less emphasis on hot spices and more on fish sauce and ginger.

The appealing décor has a soothing water feature, attractive lanterns and touches of bamboo to enhance the exotic ambience, whilst the open plan kitchen allows you the opportunity to watch the highly professional team of chefs at work. Charming waiters in traditional outfits are on hand to explain the intricacies in the menu and ensure your dining experience is a memorable one. The wine list has been compiled to compliment the Asian menu and specials and limited release labels are regularly available. The slightly sweeter wines are normally recommended as a winning combination for the fragrant Thai and Vietnamese dishes.

The menu is extensive and it is one of those restaurants where you should order a number of dishes and share. Starter recommendations are the prawn and vegetable Crystal Spring Rolls and the Indochine Dumplings . Main course specialities are the Saigon Wok Beef, the Caramelized Fish (served in a clay pot) and the superb Half Roast Duck with Plum sauce. Finish your meal with a traditional dessert such as the Vietnamese-style Coconut Flan or Deep Fried Ice Cream.




Bar
Child Friendly
Children’s Play Area
Halaal
Kosher
Live Entertainment
Smoking
Wheelchair access
Address
Shop F2
2nd Floor
Rivonia Junction
Corner Rivonia Road and 7th Avenue
Rivonia

Reviews of Saigon (Rivonia) (2 reviews) - Write a review



Average Scores
Overall (9.7)
Food (10.0)
Service (9.5)
Ambiance (9.5)
Location (9.5)
Value (9.5)
Recommend (10.0)


Brilliant food with lots of flavour!, 01 Nov 2010
Reviewer: Erika Bester (Adventurousness: What is the chef's special today?)

Comments: My husband and I went to the Saigon for the first time on Sunday the 31st of October. He is not big on Vietnamese or Chinese type of food but wanted to spoil me so I chose where. I have to say we enjoyed it tremendously and ended up having so many dishes because we love the flavour and the big variety. Coming from the restaurant establishment I just have to say well done to everyone from the Saigon. You will definitely see us again. My husband loves Vietnamese food and can't wait to bring some friends over. See you next time. Keep up the good work.

Scores:
food: 10service: 10ambiance: 10location: 10value: 10recommend: 10
My Favourite!, 22 Sep 2010
Reviewer: anonymous (Adventurousness: What is the chef's special today?)

Comments: This is what makes a great restaurant, excellent consistent food, good service and unique ambiance. I've been dining here regularly over past 10 or so years and its always brilliant! Best roast duck on SA!

Scores:
food: 10service: 9ambiance: 9location: 9value: 9recommend: 10
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