Straight Outta Saigon

Name: Straight Outta Saigon
Address: 138 Russell St, Melbourne, AU-VIC, Australia, 3000
Telephone: (03) 9654 2024
Price range: $40 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

884 Reviews

$40 and under

Vietnamese

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Born out of the wok-tossed flames of Vietnam and introduced into the bustlin’ heart of urban Melbourne, Straight Outta Saigon's serving eastern flavours for it's CBD crew. Immerse yourself in 90s hip-hop mixtapes, swim in our offerings of tropical elixirs, and bask in the taste of street-side viet-fare without the frills!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9654 2024
Website
https://www.straightouttasaigon.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Straight Outta Saigon can cater for a range of different events or functions. Order with us for your next corporate lunch meeting, team lunch, private work event or birthday! Call us at 0396542024 or place an enquiry on our website.
Private party facilities
Whether you partying like it’s your birthday, rolling through with the work crew or celebrating putting a ring on it - we got you! Our cosy venue caters up to 45 people inside or 20 outside with our chefs happy to work with you on a menu that suits.

Location
138 Russell St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Cross street
138 Russell Street 3000 Melbourne VIC
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Russell Street - Stop 7 (Trams), Parliament Station (trains)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Baby Got Banq
A$55.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Our ‘Baby got Banq’!’ offers our larger groups a swag of delicacies straight from the flamin’ street-side woks in the motherland of Saigon! Enjoy a bevy of individualised starters and followed by a cascading roll out of signature larger dishes to be shared banquet-style across the table with accompanying sides dishes! This menu is easily amended to suit most dietary requirements! As a large party reservation, you will be dining on our pre-determined banquet offering and be allotted a two hour dining timeframe for your reservation. Please inform our team of changes in patrons numbers or last-minute cancellation up to 24 hours before the reservation to avoid the cancellation/amendment fee of $50 per patron incurred at the venues discretion
Saigon Social
A$44.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Each pair chooses 2 smaller dishes, 2 larger & 1 side (for an additional person add 1 small, 1 large & 1 side)

Popular dishes

Southside Wings (6pc)A$14.00
Our signature sticky fried chicken winglets with sticky sweet and garlic sauce
Salmon Ca Tai Chanh (4pc)A$18.00
Vietnamese style salmon sashimi, fresh raddish, yellow diakon and topped with green chilli-herb dressing
Sichuan Style Lamb Skewers (2pc)A$16.00
Chargrilled spicy lamb skewers, served with creamy mint sauce
Grilled Scallops (2pc)A$15.00
Baked-in-shell scallops drizzled with chefs secret zingy sauce and pickled ginger
Ba la Lot (2pc)A$15.00
Viet sytle marinated beef wrapped in betel leaf, topped with shallots and nuoc mam
Rice Paper Rolls (2pc)A$15.00
Choice of; Vegan Duck or Lemongrass Beef**. Freshly rolled rice paper rolls with mint, cucumber pickled carrot, lettuce, vermicelli served with pineapple hoisin sauce
Saigon Baos (2pc)A$15.00
Best Seller. Choice Of: Pork Belly, cucumber, pickled carrots, hoisin; Fried Chicken, asian slaw, sriracha mayo; Crispy Tofu, cucumber, pickled carrots, hoisin (Vegan)
Banh Mi Bites (2pc)A$16.00
Choice Of: Soft shell crab with kimchi and sriacha mayo; Crispy eggplant with coriander, hoisin, sesame seeds
Grilled Prawns (2pc)A$17.00
Flame grilled prawns with a herb drizzle

Larger

Crispy Fried Rice*A$24.00
Choice of; Prawn or Tofu. Wok-tossed in secret stir-fry sauce with egg and spring onions
Saigon Whole MarketfishA$32.00
Whole crispy barramundi with homemade sweet and tangy sauce, carrot, bean sprout, capsicum and mint leaf
Vietnamese Curry**A$24.00
Choice of: Chicken or Crispy Eggplant & Tofu. Rich coconut curry with assortment of vegetables, topped with coriander and spring onion
Wok-Tossed Asian Broccoli*A$24.00
Choice of: Crispy pork belly or Tofu. Stir fried chinese broccoli with fresh garlic and a viet sytle stir-fry sauce (or mushroom sauce replacement)
Pork Belly with Apple SlawA$28.00
Crispy pork belly, served with green apple, cabbage, onion, capsicum and smothered in nuoc mam
Sweet & Spicy Vegan DuckA$22.00
Crispy mock duck made from soy bean curd served with mint, cucumber and fresh chillies
Stir-Fry Diced BeefA$28.00
Bo Luc Lac (Diced Beef) stir fried with capsicum, onion, special pepper sauce and topped with cripsy kale
Hanoi Stir-Fry Noodles*A$22.00
Choice of: Chicken or Tofu. Rice noodles, egg, carrots, bokchoy and chinese cabbage
Traditional Viet Salad* **A$24.00
Choice of: Lemongrass Beef, Chicken or Crispy Tofu. Shredded wombok, red cabbage, celery, carrot and mint, topped with fried shallots and served with vermicelli noodles
Bò Kho (Beef Stew)A$26.00
Vietnamese bò kho (beef stew) filled with tender, braised beef, herbs, aromatics and delicious broth

Sides

Jasmine RiceA$4.00
Coconut RiceA$5.00
Asian SlawA$6.50
Hanoi Vege Spring Rolls (4pc)A$8.50
Hanoi Seafood Spring Rolls (4pc)A$8.50

Dessert

Mango SagoA$14.00
East Asia's take on a rice pudding but with sago pearls! Sweetness with a pop of sour mango puree and chunks
Fried Oreo BaoA$10.00
Fried bao together with oreo ice-cream, this is a dream come true
Steamed Banana CakeA$10.00
Vietnamese steamed, fragrant banana cake made with sweet bananas and a soft, chewy texture

Get Dishy Wit It

Get Dishy Wit It
Each Pair Chooses: 2 Smaller, 2 Larger, 1 Side. All Guests Must Participate (maximum 7)
- Minimum 2A$39.00

Cocktails

Mr. McgregorA$20.00
Proper No.12 whisky, lemon juice, egg whites, honey, orange bitters
YakuzuA$19.00
Toji Sake, yuzu, lychee liquor, lemon juice, egg whites
SosA$18.00
Malibu, vodka, lychee Liquor, lemon, fresh mint, pineapple juice
In Love with the CocoA$20.00
Gin, lychee liquor, coconut, fresh cucumber, lemon
Vietnamese EspressoA$20.00
Vodka, condensed milk, coffee liquer, cold extracted coffee
Real Gin ShadyA$20.00
Raspberry gin, raspberry, creme de cocoa, lemon, topped with soda
Spice GirlsA$20.00
Chilli infused Tequila, agave syrup, lime juice, gently rimmed with salt
Ginger BingeA$21.00
Gin, elderflower, fresh mint, lemon juice topped with ginger ale

Beers

Saigon Bia (Lager, Saigon Vietnam)A$10.00
Venom (Pale Ale, Venom)A$10.00
Hop Stomper (IPA, Stomping Ground)A$12.00
Two Bays Pale AleA$12.00
Coldstream Apple CiderA$12.00

What 884 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

City Centre
Best Value
City Centre
Gluten-free-friendly
City Centre
Vegetarian-friendly

884 Reviews

MB
MitchellB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great quality food but the real highlight is as a vegan with egg and nut allergies I’ve been hard pressed to find places who are so on top of making quality food options with plenty of variety
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KerriK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic service and good food. The lamb skewers were THE BEST.
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SteveW
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
This is great little restaurant in the heart of Melbourne. It was nice to see a menu with a difference. We will be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Victoria
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
We really enjoyed our cocktails. Chicken Bao was really great! Lamb skewers also amazing! Flat noodles had such a great flavour. The crispy pork was a bit over cooked. Overall - good lunch. Great service. Cool little bar.
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Christina
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outside seating was perfect, generous portions. Good was delicious, drinks were beautiful. Would recommend!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Super yummy i recommend and the price is not too much too try espresso martini over here is the best!!!!!!
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CarlaD
Victoria
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant! Love that they don't have any dishes with nuts so I feel completely safe eating there
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Raz4
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food! Atmosphere was energetic and the place was vibrant, similar to the dinner! The service was fantastic and the people were lovely. The drinks were also so elegant and exciting!
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DaveH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such awesome tasty food, loved all our dishes. Food and drinks were served fast and with a smile. Definitely recommend
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123imee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is tasty and the servers were knowledgeable and helpful with details of the ingredients in the dishes
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ALE1234
Victoria
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food stars at Straight out of Saigon . Big fresh flavours and great sized portions make this restaurant a great spot to gather for one and all. Friendly efficient service and great cocktails make it a busy venue so book. You won’t be disappointed
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STEPANCIC5
Victoria
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
A little disappointing this time of our visit.Food was OK but wasn't like prior times . We wanted to sit outside but wasn't able to that it was all booked. Staff would brush food scaps from table to the floor, not a great look. And what if a customer slipped on that rice you left on the floor?? Would you do that at home?? Hmmm We were told by the phone call this week we had to show our covid certificate, it's stated on booking here and staff said yes via phone call. We weren't ask for it at all.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We got the set with 2 smalls, 2 larges and 1 side and that was more than enough! Such great value, and the food was absolutely delicious. We were sad we couldn’t eat it all! Will definitely be back. Staff were also lovely and attentive!
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Tris
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent. Beautiful tasty food and cocktails. Generous serves. We did the $45 feed us menu and it was all perfect. Thank you
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FionaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great evening! I visited with some workmates from overseas, all three of us were super happy. The food was excellent, the drinks inventive and the service was attentive without being intrusive. We really liked the ambience and there was a real buzz in the space - well done and I'll be back!
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LauraJ
Exclusive
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent coeliac dining experience - felt very safe!
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SamiB
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and super accommodating staff. Definitely recommend!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was some of the best people i've met so far!
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Rikki
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food3service4ambience4
I was happy to see many vegan options :) I had a vegan duck and was good:)
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MrsFox
Melbourne
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We were early for our booking but we were found a table. Menus and water arrived immediately. There were two set menus (one for Father’s Day) or a La carte. The food was way above a Vietnamese fare. Very fusion. The only negative was the surcharge (S.S) marked on the barramundi and then another surcharge (Sunday Trading). The menu’s key needs to have the S.s clearly marked. Not just beside the item. We were not told about the fish surcharge until we went to pay. Our only disappointment!
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KelleeF
Victoria
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience4
Father's day was hectic there seem to be a couple of confusing moments with our food. The team looked understaffed and a little run off their feet. The food was very very good and the $5 beers for the day was great value and a nice added benefit..
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DavidP
Victoria
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was excellent, fresh and tasty. Busy restaurant as Father’s Day, but staff were friendly and efficient.
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MaddieR
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food and service. Thoroughly enjoyed it all.
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Tegan
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our group of 4 people chose the Saigon social menu and it did not disappoint. Great value for money and the menu is set up well to give you the information you need to make an informed decision. Food was yum! Cocktails and lemonade were good too. We look forward to coming back soon. Thanks!
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LukeH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food at a great price. Fast and excellent service too. And great for gluten free
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 30, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Great food & atmosphere. Friendly staff We’ll be back again
Straight Outta SaigonResponded on September 4, 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review! We appreciate your support and can't wait to have you back!
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TamaraB
Melbourne
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 27, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience4
The food and value were fabulous. It got quite noisy at times and was a bit hard to get service aust the venue was very busy during our visit - but understandable. Will be back .
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EleanorD
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous as ever. Thanks for the great service and food 💜
Straight Outta SaigonResponded on September 4, 2023
Thank you, Eleanor! We are glad you enjoyed dining with us, and appreciate your lovely feedback! We hope to see you again soon!
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Seta
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was fantastic. Seated straight away and the waiting staff we very attentive throughout the duration of the dining experience. The food was delicious. My favourite dish has to be the curry with coconut rice.
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WendyT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service & awesome food 😀 Would highly recommend .
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GaryP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great meal and fantastic evening. Highly recommended.
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Traced
Sydney
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic find on a trip to Melbourne. Food was great and service staff were very attentive and friendly. Dietary options were well catered for and the front of house even let me have a little tip with regards to one of the vegan dishes I loved…. Very generous of him to take the time and to share a kitchen ‘secret’.
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NicoleG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service, delicious food & excellent value
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SuzieG
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, warm and friendly service. Highly recommend. 👌
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JohannaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the winter menu. Great Val for money and all dishes were lovely. Would definitely come back.
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JenG
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Highly recommended!!! One of the best Vietnamese resto in Melbourne Great Customer Service Food was superb
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antonietteb
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
A place to go, food was delicious and reasonably priced. Service and atmosphere were AA+++ Will be returning
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Nat74
Melbourne
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
All the dishes we added were delicious. We had the lamb skewers and crispy checking bao and the beef stir fry with coconut rice. The lamb skewers were full of flavour and the beef stir fry was a good serving with big pieces of beef in a delciously sweet sauce with a bit of spice but not too hot. Next time I look forward to trying other dishes and the cocktails!
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DanielW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was tastier than I remembered, the service more engaged and my partner - new to Melbourne - said his cocktail was the best he'd tasted in Melbourne. I won't stay away so long again.
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RendintaT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was excellent. The service was really helpful and thoughtful. The ambience really gave us space to enjoy the lunch. Really looking forward to eat there again!
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated
- Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors
- Proof of vaccination required to dine outdoors
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Straight Outta Saigon offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9654 2024.

Straight Outta Saigon is rated 4.7 stars by 884 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 4, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 33 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

138 Russell St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

Cross street
138 Russell Street 3000 Melbourne VIC
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:30 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian, Vegetarian / Vegan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Russell Street - Stop 7 (Trams), Parliament Station (trains)
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
https://www.straightouttasaigon.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9654 2024
Catering
Straight Outta Saigon can cater for a range of different events or functions. Order with us for your next corporate lunch meeting, team lunch, private work event or birthday! Call us at 0396542024 or place an enquiry on our website.
Private party facilities
Whether you partying like it’s your birthday, rolling through with the work crew or celebrating putting a ring on it - we got you! Our cosy venue caters up to 45 people inside or 20 outside with our chefs happy to work with you on a menu that suits.

Straight Outta Saigon

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Baby Got Banq

Saigon Social

Stir-Fry Diced Beef

Pork Belly with Apple Slaw

Grilled Scallops (2pc)

Smaller

Southside Wings (6pc)A$14.00

Salmon Ca Tai Chanh (4pc)A$18.00

Sichuan Style Lamb Skewers (2pc)A$16.00

Grilled Scallops (2pc)A$15.00

Ba la Lot (2pc)A$15.00

Rice Paper Rolls (2pc)A$15.00

Saigon Baos (2pc)A$15.00

Banh Mi Bites (2pc)A$16.00

Grilled Prawns (2pc)A$17.00

Larger

Crispy Fried Rice*A$24.00

Saigon Whole MarketfishA$32.00

Vietnamese Curry**A$24.00

Wok-Tossed Asian Broccoli*A$24.00

Pork Belly with Apple SlawA$28.00

Sweet & Spicy Vegan DuckA$22.00

Stir-Fry Diced BeefA$28.00

Hanoi Stir-Fry Noodles*A$22.00

Traditional Viet Salad* **A$24.00

Bò Kho (Beef Stew)A$26.00

Sides

Jasmine RiceA$4.00

Coconut RiceA$5.00

Asian SlawA$6.50

Hanoi Vege Spring Rolls (4pc)A$8.50

Hanoi Seafood Spring Rolls (4pc)A$8.50

Dessert

Mango SagoA$14.00

Fried Oreo BaoA$10.00

Steamed Banana CakeA$10.00

Get Dishy Wit It

Get Dishy Wit It

Cocktails

Mr. McgregorA$20.00

YakuzuA$19.00

SosA$18.00

In Love with the CocoA$20.00

Vietnamese EspressoA$20.00

Real Gin ShadyA$20.00

Spice GirlsA$20.00

Ginger BingeA$21.00

Beers

Saigon Bia (Lager, Saigon Vietnam)A$10.00

Venom (Pale Ale, Venom)A$10.00

Hop Stomper (IPA, Stomping Ground)A$12.00

Two Bays Pale AleA$12.00

Coldstream Apple CiderA$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Straight Outta Saigon offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Straight Outta Saigon restaurant rated?

Is Straight Outta Saigon currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information