Saigon Sisters

Name: Saigon Sisters
Address: 567 West Lake St., Chicago, IL, United States, 60661
Telephone: (312) 496-0090
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.9

4.9

1070 Reviews

$31 to $50

Vietnamese

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for creative cocktails

Listed as one of the Best New Restaurants by Chicago Magazine, Saigon Sisters Restaurant has captured the attention of both the Chicago food media and dining public with its uniquely innovative approach to traditional Vietnamese cuisine. For lunch, Saigon Sisters is a quick and easy casual stop for traditional and updated Vietnamese street food including: popular pho, banh mi, banh bao and spring rolls.

For dinner, Saigon Sisters offers full-service dining experience with modern culinary flair to the classic Vietnamese street food recipes of owner Mary Nguyen Aregoni. With "downtown" hip, minimalist interior and walls exhibiting original works by local contemporary artists, the unique Asian dining spot goes one step further by offering an impressive beverage selection including wines, artisanal beers, sake and specialty signature cocktails.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Global, International, Asian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00
Phone number
(312) 496-0090
Website
http://www.saigonsisters.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Mary Nguyen Aregoni
Catering
We typically do lunch catering and deliver to nearby offices and residences. For dinner parties or office parties, we can customize the menu to fit your budget.
Private party facilities
We can hold 60 standing room cocktails or 35 seats for private party

Location
567 West Lake St., Chicago, IL 60661
Area
West Loop
Cross Street
Lake and Clinton St.
Parking details
Open parking lot is available at a discount after 4pm next to Dunkin Donuts on Lake and Clinton. Otherwise there are ample street parking around the area.
Public transit
Green and Pink line stop at Clinton
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Nems Imperial Egg RollsUS$12.00
Fried rice paper with pork, mushrooms, lettuce, herbs, nuoc cham
DumplingsUS$10.00
choose: Steamed Chicken, Fried Chicken, or Fried BBQ Jackfruit (vegetarian) Dipping sauce contains sesame oil
Fried Egg Rolls
Vegetarian or pork
- 4 PiecesUS$6.00
Green Papaya SaladUS$16.00
House-made beef jerky, pork + shrimp, or vegetarian

Fresh Spring Rolls

choose

Shrimp or TofuUS$9.00
Shrimp + PorkUS$11.00
Pickled Beets + AvocadoUS$11.00
Pork Belly with Nuoc ChamUS$13.00
Fried Chicken, Avocado + Spicy MayoUS$13.00

Soups + Curries

Settle in with comforting soups + tasty curries! These delights are sure to make everything right again

Bun Bo HueUS$18.00
Pork, beef, shrimp paste, rice noodles, spicy sambal
Vietnamese RamenUS$17.00
Katsu chicken, chicken broth, gai lan, mushrooms, egg, sesame oil
Green or Red Curry with RiceUS$16.00
House made curry paste contains shrimp paste, coconut milk
LaksaUS$17.00
Yellow curry, coconut milk, vermicelli noodle, chicken, shrimp, egg (vegetarian available)

Pho / Vietnamese Soup

choose

Roast BeefUS$14.50
Poached ChickenUS$14.50
Vegetarian with TofuUS$14.50

Signature Dishes

Mouthwatering culinary artistry curated to absolute perfection! Can you guess Mama Suu's specialty?

Whole BranzinoUS$35.00
Turmeric, dill, onions, shrimp paste, chilis, rice
Bun Cha HanoiUS$24.00
Pork, nems egg rolls, lettuce, vermicelli, nuoc cham
Bo Luc LacUS$31.00
Beef tenderloin, oyster sauce, arugula, rice, radishes
Grilled Baby OctopusUS$23.00
Black squid ink rice, togarashi sauce, sesame oil, radishes
Sriracha WingsUS$17.00
Caramel sauce, sriracha, fish sauce
BBQ EggplantUS$17.00
Chinese eggplant, chili bean paste, onions, rice
Deluxe Vermicelli SaladUS$21.00
Traditional with curry chicken, shrimp, nems egg rolls, nuoc cham, peanuts or Vegetarian option
Sweet + Spicy Fried ChickenUS$18.00
White rice, side salad, sunny-side-up egg

Banh Bao

Traditional steamed buns filled with tasty goodness, these small bites are a great way to have fun. Choose more than one! Select Any

Pork BellyUS$5.50
VBQ BeefUS$5.50
Caramelized ChickenUS$5.00
BBQ JackfruitUS$5.00
Teriyaki TofuUS$5.00
Sweet & Spicy Fried ChickenUS$6.00
Curry ChickenUS$5.00
Fried Chicken BaoUS$6.00
Caramelized ShrimpUS$6.50
Bo Luc LacUS$7.00
Beef Tenderloin

Stir-Frys, Rice + Noodles

Get your culinary fix with these well-known wok flavors. You'll immediately be transported to exotic Southeast Asia. Select Your Proteins for Dishes Below: Chicken (halal), Tofu (vegetarian), Beef (+$2), Pork (+$2), Shrimp (+$3), Pork & Shrimp (+$4)

Spicy NoodleUS$18.00
Togarashi sauce, rice noodle, mushrooms, sesame seeds, sunny-side-up egg, sesame oil
Pad ThaiUS$14.00
Rice noodles, tamarind, fish sauce, chives, pickled radish, egg, bean sprouts, chilis, peanuts
Pad See EwUS$14.00
Wide rice noodles, oyster sauce, dark soy, gai lan, onions, egg, fish sauce, chilis
Holy Thai BasilUS$15.00
Oyster sauce, bell peppers, Thai basil, onions, chilis, jasmine rice, sunny-side-up egg
House Fried RiceUS$14.00
White rice, fish sauce, sambal, garlic, ginger, mushrooms, Fresno peppers, sambal, sesame oil
Stir-Fried VegetablesUS$14.00
Broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, onions, celery, cabbage, brown/white rice

Banh MI

Quintessential street food with a French influence, topped with cucumbers, pickled daikon, cilantro, jalapeños. Yum!

ClassicUS$10.00
Ham, pork, sesame oil, chicken pâté, mayo
PorkyUS$12.00
Hoisin-glazed pork belly, mayo
Caramelized ShrimpUS$13.00
Spicy mayo, ginger, scallions
Caramelized or Curry ChickenUS$10.00
Mayo, pickled red onions
Sweet & Spicy Fried ChickenUS$11.00
Mayo, pickled red cabbage
VBQUS$13.00
Beef, Viet BBQ sauce
TofuUS$10.00
Teriyaki tofu, red peppers, sesame oil

Sweets + Sides

Bread PuddingUS$10.00
Fried BaosUS$7.00
French MacaronUS$2.00
Vietnamese Coffee FlanUS$9.00
RiceUS$4.00
Brown / white
Shrimp ChipsUS$3.00
Spicy / mild
Potato ChipsUS$3.00

Craft Cocktails

$15; Served only at dinner

Saigon Royale
Cognac, ginger ale, lime, sparkling rosé
Lychee Martini
Vodka, lychee purée, lime
Perfect Storm
Rum, ginger beer, lime, Thai basil
Saigon 75
Gin, lime, sparkling rosé, Thai basil
District Old
Fashioned Maker's Mark Bourbon, bitter, orange
Sweet Home Kentucky
Maker's Mark Bourbon, lemon, brown sugar, ginger
Sista Rita
Tequila, lime, jalapeño, cucumber
Balthazar
Cognac, tamarind, cardamom, brown sugar, orange juice, beef jerky
Mekong After Dark
Vodka, cognac, Vietnamese coffee

Sake

Tokubetsu Junmai Souden (300ml)US$14.00

Beer

Saigon BeerUS$7.00
Lucky Buddha BeerUS$7.00
SinghaUS$7.00
SapporoUS$7.00
La Chouffe AleUS$12.00
Houblon Chouffe, IPAUS$12.00

After-Dinner Sips

Kelt Vsop Cognac, FranceUS$16.00
Maker's Mark, Kentucky BourbonUS$14.00
Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch, Aged 12 Years, ScotlandUS$14.00
Pineau des Charentes, Château d'Orignac, FranceUS$14.00

Champagne + Sparkling Wine

NV François Montand Brut Rosé, FranceUS$14.00
NV Ayala Brut Majeur, Champagne, FranceUS$100.00

Red Wine

'19 Pinot Noir, King Estate Willamette, OregonUS$14.00
'19 Côtes du Rhône, Clos du Caillou, FranceUS$14.00
'19 Malbec, High Note, Mendoza, ArgentinaUS$14.00
'19 Cabernet Sauvignon, Root: 1, ChileUS$14.00

White Wine

'20 Sauvignon Blanc, Yalumba, AustraliaUS$14.00
'19 Viognier, Dom Montrose, Côtes de Thôngue, FranceUS$14.00
'19 Pinot Gris, Villa Wolf, Pfalz, GermanyUS$14.00
'17 Chardonnay, Eric Chevalier, Val de Loire, FranceUS$14.00
'19 Riesling, Dr. L, Mosel, GermanyUS$14.00
'18 Pouilly Fume, Régis Minet, Loire, FranceUS$65.00

Rare Tea Cellars

Loose Leaf
Moonlight Jasmine Blossom
soft, delicate
Litchi Noir (Black)
earthy, silky
Emperor's Chamomile (Decaf)
pineapple
Gingerbread Dream Rooibos
holiday spice
Fields of France Rooibos
lavender, elderberry
Emperor's Genmaicha
green tea, puffed rice

Coffee + Tea

Vietnamese Iced Coffee
Vietnamese Hot Coffee
Thai Iced Tea
Lychee Tamarind Iced Tea

Non-Alcoholic

Aranciata OrangeUS$3.50
Pellegrino Sparkling WaterUS$3.50
Bruce Cost Ginger AleUS$4.50
Nirvana Coconut WaterUS$4.50
Honest Tea Black or LemonUS$4.00
CokeUS$3.00
Diet CokeUS$3.00
SpriteUS$3.00
Bottled WaterUS$2.00

What 1,070 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Saigon Sisters is a hidden gem in the heart of Chicago, offering "excellent food and service" with authentic Vietnamese and Thai flavors. Guests rave about the "amazing" short rib pho and "phenomenal" BBQ eggplant. The intimate atmosphere and attentive staff ensure a delightful dining experience every time.

1,070 Reviews

E
Erwin
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time at Saigon Sisters. I ordered the Branzino w/ white rice ($39) and my wife ordered the Thai Basil w/Chicken. We were informed by our waitress, the Branzino dish portion could be shared for two. Not so, the fish was the size of a small Tilapia or the meat presented was only one side of the Branzino. Both the Branzino and the Thai Basil was very salty. The seating was tight. Elbow to elbow where you can hear the next table's conversation clearly. The owner Dan was pleasant and I applaud him for his Operations skills in turning tables quickly to accommodate customers w/reservations waiting to be seated. The cocktails were good. Overall, we didn't feel the value for the dishes were justified. Also, a 20% gratuity was automatically added per their policy.
Saigon SistersResponded today
Thank you for sharing your feedback and for dining with us! We’re surprised by the 3-star rating, especially since our team took great care of you during your visit. We value your perspective, especially with your Asian culinary background—though your expertise might be a bit out of our budget! We’re sorry the Branzino and Thai Basil didn’t meet your expectations. We aim for bold flavors but understand palates differ. We appreciate your note on portion size and will review it. Thank you for enjoying the drinks and service; we’d love your advice on refining our dishes. Hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, Dan & The Saigon Sisters Team.
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Vikram
VIP
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really exceptional service, great vibe, great food. 10/10
Saigon SistersResponded today
Wow, thank you for the amazing review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the service, vibe, and food—10/10 guests like you make it all worthwhile! Can’t wait to welcome you back soon!
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Linda
VIP
Louisville
81 reviews
5.0
81 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious, fresh ingredients. Wonderful service, friendly staff. Few tables, but food comes out quickly and you are never rushed. We will return, very reasonable for Chicago!
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Garry
Cincinnati
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 19 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a wonderful place to indulge in Vietnamese and Thai food. It was our first time and the owners Dan and Mary were wonderful to suggest great items to us to try. All the courses were well prepared and you could taste the freshness. My wife's cocktail was terrific and I had the Saigon beer. The staff were very friendly and attentive. If you are in the area - don't miss Saigon Sisters at either location (they have a location in a nearby market). You won't regret the visit.
Saigon SistersResponded today
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you and your wife enjoyed your first visit with us. It was a pleasure recommending dishes, and we’re so glad you could taste the freshness in every bite! It’s wonderful to hear that the cocktail and Saigon beer hit the spot and that our friendly, attentive staff made your visit even more enjoyable. We truly appreciate your support and your shoutout to both of our locations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delicious meal soon—thank you again for your glowing review!
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Deb
VIP
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We order 3 appetizers , 3 entrees and a desert along with few cocktails and all of it was exceptional! Service was on target and professional. We will be back.
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Liz
VIP
Chicago
162 reviews
5.0
162 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Saigon Sisters is some of the most consistently excellent and authentic Vietnamese fare in the city. The little bao sandwich - especially the one with sweet, sticky fried chicken - paired with a noodle or rice entree or a curry - perfect meal.
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JamesV
VIP
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been here multiple times, everything I’ve had has been great. Had the bon mi special with the pho broth dip. It was absolute fire
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Hilda
Chicago
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I've gone here a couple of times with a friend. Each time, the service has been impeccable -- the owner doubles as a host and is incredibly jovial and accommodating. Each time we've visited, we've gotten the chicken fried bao buns, beef pad woon sen, and the crab fried rice. We loved the food the first time we visited. We did not enjoy it as much the second time -- the pad woon sen was distinctly different than what we remembered (kinda soupy at the bottom). The lychee martinis are tasty and fairly strong. Overall, it's a good spot to check out.
Saigon SistersResponded today
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for visiting us multiple times! We’re delighted to hear that you’ve enjoyed the warm service and hospitality—we love making every guest feel welcome. It’s wonderful to know the chicken fried bao buns, beef pad woon sen, and crab fried rice were memorable for you, and we truly appreciate your honest feedback about your second experience. We’ll review this with our kitchen team to ensure consistency moving forward. We’re thrilled you enjoyed the lychee martinis—definitely a guest favorite! Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another great meal.
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Sarah
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great time. Great food. Will go back to try other things
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Ingrid
Chicago
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This restaurant is great, their food is delicious and authentic! The service is outstanding! Everybody, starting with the owner who greets you as you come in, are super nice. I highly recommend it and can't wait to go back.
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Saigon Sisters offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Saigon Sisters also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 496-0090.

Saigon Sisters is rated 4.9 stars by 1070 OpenTable diners.

Saigon Sisters does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

567 West Lake St., Chicago, IL 60661

Additional information

Cross Street
Lake and Clinton St.
Area
West Loop
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:00–21:00 Fri 11:00–22:00 Sat 12:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Global, International, Asian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Open parking lot is available at a discount after 4pm next to Dunkin Donuts on Lake and Clinton. Otherwise there are ample street parking around the area.
Public transit
Green and Pink line stop at Clinton
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mary Nguyen Aregoni
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.saigonsisters.com/
Phone number
(312) 496-0090
Catering
We typically do lunch catering and deliver to nearby offices and residences. For dinner parties or office parties, we can customize the menu to fit your budget.
Private party facilities
We can hold 60 standing room cocktails or 35 seats for private party

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Saigon Sisters

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Order delivery or takeout

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Fried Chicken Bao

Whole Branzino

Green or Red Curry with Rice

Starters

Nems Imperial Egg RollsUS$12.00

DumplingsUS$10.00

Fried Egg Rolls

Green Papaya SaladUS$16.00

Fresh Spring Rolls

Shrimp or TofuUS$9.00

Shrimp + PorkUS$11.00

Pickled Beets + AvocadoUS$11.00

Pork Belly with Nuoc ChamUS$13.00

Fried Chicken, Avocado + Spicy MayoUS$13.00

Soups + Curries

Bun Bo HueUS$18.00

Vietnamese RamenUS$17.00

Green or Red Curry with RiceUS$16.00

LaksaUS$17.00

Pho / Vietnamese Soup

Roast BeefUS$14.50

Poached ChickenUS$14.50

Vegetarian with TofuUS$14.50

Signature Dishes

Whole BranzinoUS$35.00

Bun Cha HanoiUS$24.00

Bo Luc LacUS$31.00

Grilled Baby OctopusUS$23.00

Sriracha WingsUS$17.00

BBQ EggplantUS$17.00

Deluxe Vermicelli SaladUS$21.00

Sweet + Spicy Fried ChickenUS$18.00

Banh Bao

Pork BellyUS$5.50

VBQ BeefUS$5.50

Caramelized ChickenUS$5.00

BBQ JackfruitUS$5.00

Teriyaki TofuUS$5.00

Sweet & Spicy Fried ChickenUS$6.00

Curry ChickenUS$5.00

Fried Chicken BaoUS$6.00

Caramelized ShrimpUS$6.50

Bo Luc LacUS$7.00

Stir-Frys, Rice + Noodles

Spicy NoodleUS$18.00

Pad ThaiUS$14.00

Pad See EwUS$14.00

Holy Thai BasilUS$15.00

House Fried RiceUS$14.00

Stir-Fried VegetablesUS$14.00

Banh MI

ClassicUS$10.00

PorkyUS$12.00

Caramelized ShrimpUS$13.00

Caramelized or Curry ChickenUS$10.00

Sweet & Spicy Fried ChickenUS$11.00

VBQUS$13.00

TofuUS$10.00

Sweets + Sides

Bread PuddingUS$10.00

Fried BaosUS$7.00

French MacaronUS$2.00

Vietnamese Coffee FlanUS$9.00

RiceUS$4.00

Shrimp ChipsUS$3.00

Potato ChipsUS$3.00

Craft Cocktails

Saigon Royale

Lychee Martini

Perfect Storm

Saigon 75

District Old

Sweet Home Kentucky

Sista Rita

Balthazar