Authentic Vietnamese w/ creative vegan twists. Think flavorful buns, inventive Banh Mi & rolls. A plant-based paradise!
This Vietnamese gem in Chinatown offers a delightful array of plant-based dishes, with a focus on authentic flavors and innovative preparations. Patrons rave about the chef's skillful use of spices and the unique vegetarian twists on classic Vietnamese cuisine. From flavorful buns to inventive banh mi, this spot is a must-visit for vegans and vegetarians seeking delicious and satisfying meals.
This restaurant specializes in vegetarian and vegan Vietnamese cuisine. Customers highly recommend the vegan Vietnamese bun and the Vegan Pork Roll Banh Mi, noting the creative use of tofu to mimic traditional ingredients. The lemongrass summer rolls are also a hit for being soy and gluten-free. However, one reviewer found the vegan pho to be lacking in vegetables and overpriced for the portion.
"Highly recommended dishes include the vegan Vietnamese bun, the Vegan Pork Roll Banh Mi, and the lemongrass summer rolls. The Banh Mi and Summer Rolls are specifically called out as must-tries."
Overall, customers express high satisfaction, particularly praising the innovative vegan Vietnamese dishes and the chef's culinary skills. While most feedback is positive, a few noted that the pho could be improved in terms of vegetables and portion size for the price.
Important Note
One reviewer noted that the vegan pho might be overpriced for the portion size and lacked sufficient vegetables.
"Sen Saigon was recommended for Vietnamese food."
Positive"This user recommends Sen Saigon in the LES as one of their favorite vegetarian/vegan banh mi spots."
Positive"Sen Saigon is a fully vegan Vietnamese restaurant in Chinatown that is described as pretty good."
Positive"After looking up Sen Saigon, finds it to be a charming spot and thanks the user for the recommendation."
Positive"Recommends Sen Saigon in Chinatown for delicious, all-vegetarian (mostly vegan) South Indian food. Highlights the owners' kindness and suggests getting a Banh Mi and Summer Rolls."
Positive"The user recommended Sen Saigon for vegetarian Vietnamese food."
Positive"The commenter recommended Sen Saigon, stating that they sell the specific item the original poster was looking for (Vietnamese pickled carrots & daikon)."
Positive"The commenter agrees and states that Sen Saigon and its chef, An, are awesome."
Positive"The commenter expresses enthusiasm for Sen Saigon receiving recognition, stating that the place is awesome."
Positive"The commenter expressed interest in trying Sen Saigon but was hesitant due to a preference against overly carb-heavy vegan food, feeling they might be missing out."
Neutral"The author praises Sen Saigon and its chef, An, for pushing flavors and spices in their Vietnamese cuisine. They had positive experiences at the chef's pop-ups in Brooklyn."
Positive"This user recommends the Vegan Pork Roll Banh Mi at Sen Saigon, noting that it uses bread and tofu to replicate pork roll instead of fake meat."
Positive"The commenter mentioned Sen Saigon as their go-to for vegetarian Vietnamese food when they want to try something new, indicating general satisfaction."
Positive"This commenter wanted to like Sen Saigon's pho, describing it as okay but lacking vegetables and being overpriced for the small portion, expressing disappointment."
Negative"Sen Saigon is recommended for its vegan Vietnamese bun, described as very good."
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