Gigo's Cafe & Deli

The best soup (pho) I have ever had! I'm from Switzerland, and while on holiday in Chinatown, I saw this random restaurant and, just by intuition, decided to walk in. I immediately felt the good vibes and knew they knew exactly what they were doing. I was right! The soup was cooked al dente, the meat was so tasty and fresh, and the soup was perfectly seasoned. They also gave me fresh herbs to complement the dish. The price was incredibly low for the quality and amount of food they offered. I had two coconuts to drink, and they were the freshest and best coconuts I have ever had. Man, I hope I can come back once in my life. If I were to die tomorrow, I would visit this place again. No joke 🙏🙏🙏🥰

Overall: 2.7/5 (Postmates delivery) We ordered on Postmates right before closing but they accepted our order. The food came in about 40 minutes. Price is decent compared to other Vietnamese restaurants but the food wasn't good. The food and sauce were all pretty bland and didn't have the Vietnamese umami flavors Nem Nuong Cuon voi Cha Ram Tom/Summer Roll ($7.75): This comes with 3 fat rolls. The first bite was good but after that, it was just okay. The sauce is very interesting but the flavor doesn't really compliment the summer roll. It surprisingly tastes better with the vermicelli noodles. Their nem nuong needs to be cut thinner as the pieces are too chunky. It's also a bit hard and not as juicy as we would have liked it to be. Bun Dac Biet ($15.50): The pork was good but the shrimp was bad. Vermicelli was okay. I like that they provide shredded lettuce and cucumbers. House Special Combo With Broken Rice #21 ($15.50): Everything in this dish was mid except for the egg roll which was pretty good. The egg roll looked like a hybrid of a regular egg roll and an imperial egg roll. Another plus was that they used actual broken rice so I appreciate the authenticity.

Charbroiled chicken Ban Mi, good bread crunchy on the outside and moist inside. Chicken was lacking flavor and parts were tough to chew. Took 20 mins to get 1 sandwich to go.

The food was good and I am Gordon Ramsey and also a chill guy. The music was also good. The pork paste was good.

Excellent food, the service was exquisite. The owners were very adorable and sweet. Spoke some Spanish, which was a huge plus. Definitely would go back here again. Without a doubt, we will be trying everything else on the menu

Pretty good and pretty big in portion. Like all other pho rice noodles, 5 stars.

We had the tofu spring rolls, beef pho, meatball vermicelli & a bahn-mi, all equally delicious. Food came out quickly and the service was great. Great portions and prices! I'll definitely be coming back :)

Pros: free parking, pleasant dining, reasonable prices (we're in it to win it, uno), all entrees, specials and appetizers are delicious and healthier than big burger, fried crazy chicken and bloaty the pizza hog. The pho essence lies within its deeply flavored and scented broth. flat rice noodles are slightly chewy and super silky.

The best soup (pho) I have ever had! I'm from Switzerland, and while on holiday in Chinatown, I saw this random restaurant and, just by intuition, decided to walk in. I immediately felt the good vibes and knew they knew exactly what they were doing. I was right! The soup was cooked al dente, the meat was so tasty and fresh, and the soup was perfectly seasoned. They also gave me fresh herbs to complement the dish. The price was incredibly low for the quality and amount of food they offered. I had two coconuts to drink, and they were the freshest and best coconuts I have ever had. Man, I hope I can come back once in my life. If I were to die tomorrow, I would visit this place again. No joke 🙏🙏🙏🥰

Overall: 2.7/5 (Postmates delivery) We ordered on Postmates right before closing but they accepted our order. The food came in about 40 minutes. Price is decent compared to other Vietnamese restaurants but the food wasn't good. The food and sauce were all pretty bland and didn't have the Vietnamese umami flavors Nem Nuong Cuon voi Cha Ram Tom/Summer Roll ($7.75): This comes with 3 fat rolls. The first bite was good but after that, it was just okay. The sauce is very interesting but the flavor doesn't really compliment the summer roll. It surprisingly tastes better with the vermicelli noodles. Their nem nuong needs to be cut thinner as the pieces are too chunky. It's also a bit hard and not as juicy as we would have liked it to be. Bun Dac Biet ($15.50): The pork was good but the shrimp was bad. Vermicelli was okay. I like that they provide shredded lettuce and cucumbers. House Special Combo With Broken Rice #21 ($15.50): Everything in this dish was mid except for the egg roll which was pretty good. The egg roll looked like a hybrid of a regular egg roll and an imperial egg roll. Another plus was that they used actual broken rice so I appreciate the authenticity.

Charbroiled chicken Ban Mi, good bread crunchy on the outside and moist inside. Chicken was lacking flavor and parts were tough to chew. Took 20 mins to get 1 sandwich to go.

The food was good and I am Gordon Ramsey and also a chill guy. The music was also good. The pork paste was good.

Excellent food, the service was exquisite. The owners were very adorable and sweet. Spoke some Spanish, which was a huge plus. Definitely would go back here again. Without a doubt, we will be trying everything else on the menu

Pretty good and pretty big in portion. Like all other pho rice noodles, 5 stars.

We had the tofu spring rolls, beef pho, meatball vermicelli & a bahn-mi, all equally delicious. Food came out quickly and the service was great. Great portions and prices! I'll definitely be coming back :)

Pros: free parking, pleasant dining, reasonable prices (we're in it to win it, uno), all entrees, specials and appetizers are delicious and healthier than big burger, fried crazy chicken and bloaty the pizza hog. The pho essence lies within its deeply flavored and scented broth. flat rice noodles are slightly chewy and super silky.

I have ordered for delivery from Gigo's twice. The same order each time - egg rolls and broken rice with grilled pork chop and baked egg. I am Vietnamese and have been having a tough time finding authentic and tasty Viet food in the area. I think I have found it with Gigo's. I like that the fish sauce is very diluted so if you are hesitant about trying fish sauce, Gigo's is safe Not sure about the vibe or service because I've only ordered via UberEats. My order both times were packed efficiently, no complaints here.

My sister and I decided to drop by this cafe & deli because the boba cafe nearby was closed. We got the #4 Vietnamese Coffee with Milk and #8 Thai Iced Tea. The Vietnamese Coffee with Milk tasted okay. It just tasted like regular Vietnamese Coffee, I've had better Vietnamese Coffees with more flavor. The Thai Iced Tea was also just regular tasting Thai Iced Tea. It was a bit watery tasting but no other problems. The employees were okay. They were just doing their jobs, not super kind or super mean. For a restaurant that was basically empty, I felt like they took a while, but I didn't mind. The restaurant is just a basic restaurant. It wasn't super clean or super dirty. There was plenty of seating because there weren't a ton of people eating there. I don't really get where the cafe part of the name is coming from because it's more like a typical restaurant. There's no special cafe drinks or a separate cafe section. I did see a baby cockroach on the counter I chose to sit at. It disgusted me so I left quickly. From the previous reviews and my experience, I don't think I'll come here again. It wasn't anything special, and people don't seem to find the food enjoyable.

Worst experience!!! I ordered three dishes for take out, and when my gf showed up to pick it the refused to give her the order without the order number. Even after I called and gave them what I ordered and everything else. He just became upset and said I was stealing someone elses meal. In what scenario is that even possible. So I wasted my time, they charged my card, and kept three dishes for themselves. Somone there must have been hungry. If your that hungry then you deserve it. Try not to choke.\ If your thinking about eating here don't. YOUR NOT WELCOME

You get what you pay for. Came here to cure a hangover and ended up feeling worse. The food here was very artificial tasting, quality was definitely out of the picture. Service was okay. We ordered the Pho Đặc Biệt and Bun Riêu. Bún riêu was atrocious, it was so sweet we were confused. The meat was very old you can tell by looking at the color and the fried tofu was also so old the skin peeled off.... We told the lady to take it back but she said we ordered it so we have to pay, thats bad customer service. If you're looking for great pho in China town Pho 87 is the way to go. Best pho in general is Ktown Pho. End of story it was wack, we both threw up right after. Don't come here.

One of my favorite places for yummy no frills just hits the spot food. Everything I've had here has been good, from rice dishes to pho and I LOVE the nem nuong cuon (crunchy spring rolls, the same ones that make Brodard so popular!) There are always lot of Vietnamese families eating here which I take as a good sign. I come here pretty often too. Come support a very yummy local restaurant!

Gigo's Cafe & Deli is located in Chinatown, specifically next to Hop Woo BBQ & Seafood with outdoor seating right outside to the left of it (if you are facing the front of the restaurant). Because my husband and I were with our little girl dog, we decided to make a to go order and then eat our food around the corner and sit at one of the tables outside. After we looked over the menu, we ended up purchasing: Banh Xeo, $13 prior to tax- My husband decided to get this Vietnamese crepe. He was rather disappointed that it was soggy and not crispy. It did come with a small side of bean sprouts and vegetables. I didn't have any but it didn't look as good as other places that we have ordered banh xeo before. #18 Nem Nuong Cuon voi Cha Ram Tom, $7.25 prior to tax- I opted for spring rolls and they were good. They came in a set of 3, with a side of hot sauce and a side of fish sauce. The meat was cooked perfectly and the rolls were wrapped tight (never a good thing when rolls just fall apart after your first bite). Sugar Cane Juice- My husband ordered this and didn't like it. It tasted very chemically to him. I am not a fan of sugar cane juice so I didn't have any. --------------------------- (Total= $29.61 after tax) Wait time for our food was under 30 minutes. We came on a Saturday afternoon, around 2:40 pm with a few people ahead of us in line to order. The employee who took our order (the owner I presume) was friendly. There is a unisex restroom (for paying customers) down the hall from the register. It was not that clean but it was available for use while we waited for our food. My husband had high hopes for this place because this restaurant Yelp page is rated so high (4 stars at the time of this review and when we looked it up on Yelp). It is unlikely that we will be back the next time we are visiting Chinatown.

Located on the Main Street of Chinatown, this incredible mom and pop shop is serving up some of the freshest and most authentic Vietnamese food at a very affordable price. The moment you walk in, you feel like you're transported to grandma's house. The service is incredible and their smiles are contagious. I highly recommend this spot if you're in the area and are hungry for some great comfort food. Order: combination pho, summer roll, and combination bbq plate Comment: make sure to bring cash so you don't get charged a credit card fee but other than that this is a great spot to eat.

Michael is amazing. This is the only food place in Chinatown I go to. And the service is always amazing. They have free parking in the back so take advantage!

Food is priced perfect and the Taste is absolutely amazing. I ordered a number 40. So damn good! Service was fast and employees are kind. Ambiance is a busy street on Broadway in Chinatown. No issues for a quick bite and shopping. Ideal for lunch considering the other establishments own nearby who charge wayyyyyyy too much for lunch. Look at it this way, you want great food at a great price that makes ya feel full and happy, come here. Ps. Their chili oil spread is awesome.

Terrific meal, go here, I'm a big fan of everything. Had some appetizers and a coffee that were splendid

Came here for lunch to get pho. I've had my share of pho in my life time and this place was the first place that made me scratch my head for a bit because I wasn't sure if I liked their pho or not. Broth is very bland and not seasoned like your typical pho broth. But it still had that depth to it that I couldn't really explain. My theory is that this place probably doesn't use MSG which is why the broth tastes so clean. I think it's too clean for my taste, but I can definitely see why some folks really prefer this style of broth. I ordered the spring roll with shrimp and sausage since that seemed to be one of their specialties. I really liked the rolls actually. Crispiness from the shrimp plus flavor from the sausage really complemented each other well. In terms of service, lady that works here was super pleasant and nice. I would actually visit again just to try the broth again. If you ever visit here, please let me know your reaction because I'm genuinely curious how other people feel about it.

Overall: 2.7/5 (Postmates delivery) We ordered on Postmates right before closing but they accepted our order. The food came in about 40 minutes. Price is decent compared to other Vietnamese restaurants but the food wasn't good. The food and sauce were all pretty bland and didn't have the Vietnamese umami flavors Nem Nuong Cuon voi Cha Ram Tom/Summer Roll ($7.75): This comes with 3 fat rolls. The first bite was good but after that, it was just okay. The sauce is very interesting but the flavor doesn't really compliment the summer roll. It surprisingly tastes better with the vermicelli noodles. Their nem nuong needs to be cut thinner as the pieces are too chunky. It's also a bit hard and not as juicy as we would have liked it to be. Bun Dac Biet ($15.50): The pork was good but the shrimp was bad. Vermicelli was okay. I like that they provide shredded lettuce and cucumbers. House Special Combo With Broken Rice #21 ($15.50): Everything in this dish was mid except for the egg roll which was pretty good. The egg roll looked like a hybrid of a regular egg roll and an imperial egg roll. Another plus was that they used actual broken rice so I appreciate the authenticity.

This is my updated review of Gigo's cafe and Deli. It is still my favorite place to dine in or take out in the Chinatown/DTLA area. The restaurant is family owned, ran by husband and wife, grandma and uncle cooking in kitchen. Our favorite dishes here: - charbroiled meatball and veggie rolls, $7.50 for 3. Grilled meat balls, with fresh veggies, mint, rolled in rice paper, dipped in their special sauce. There is no need to make a trip to SGV or Westminster. - egg rolls $9.00 for 4 rolls. It is authentic. They used rice papers for wrapper, filled with cellophane noodles, carrots, wooden ear mushroom, ground meat, and shrimp. These eggrolls are served with lettuce (to wrap), mints, and fish sauce. - brisket phở $12.50: good portion, hearty tasty broth, tender brisket. This can be eaten as is or adding hoisin sauce, siracha sauce, mints, sprouts, etc. - beef and pork hoc noodle (bún bò Huế), $13.50: central style noodle with beef, pork hoc, slide of vietnamese sausages (chả lụa), congealed pork blood. It is a savory dish, pretty good flavor. However, they could make it a bit more spicy. At the restaurant, they do have sauté lemon chili paste to add to the broth, which did not come with take-out order. They do have Vietnamese sandwiches now. Since everything is more expensive, especially in LA, the restaurant could not afford extra helpers. So, their service is not the fastest but they are nice and friendly. They also do not add extra service fee to the bill.

I ordered the bun thit nuong cha gio and it was good! I got off the Chinatown metro and walked over, on a whim I tried this restaurant and it was a pleasant surprise! My two friends ordered their com tam, and they really liked it as well.

This place has solid pho. I learned the hard news that Pho Broadway in Chinatown was no longer open. So on a rainy day I walked into this place. I ordered the beef combo pho. The broth was really good not to salty just the right amount. Also it was served piping hot which believe it not all pho spots manage to do. I really liked the beef pho and the portion while not as large as some other spots was definitely enough. I also ordered the summer rolls. This was a change up from the spring rolls I usually order when I go to a new pho restaurant. They were really good. I would definitely recommend this placeZ the ambience is no frills but the service is good and so is the food. Only thing you will have to deal with is finding parking but I managed to find some just the luck of the draw in China town when it comes to parking.

Overall 2.5/5 Food: 3.5/5 Service: 2/5 Interior/setting: 1.5/5 Got the chicken pho and it was pretty good. Not the best I've had but definitely legitimate pho. Now the chicken pieces were the dark meat so not the fluffy shredded white meat chicken pieces that are served at Blossom Pho Restaurant down the street. Broth is a little bit heavier too so not as light and homemade tasting like Blossom... but still good. The shrimp spring rolls were great... My biggest complaint is just the minimal service which is common amongst these types of restaurants. They don't provide receipts and they charge 3% for using credit or debit card (aka being cheap). Interior is janky... that literally is only way I can describe it. Bathroom didn't even have a lock. Wouldn't go out of my way to eat here but if I'm in the area and Blossom is closed then... sure... gets the job done.

We were doing some shopping in the area and wanted to grab a quick bite. We ordered a large pho with brisket and an order of the banh xeo. It was pretty busy for a Sunday, so there was a bit of a wait. Pho - the meat was super tender and high quality even in its fully-cooked form. There aren't many pho places where that is the case and I was pleasantly surprised. With the large, you'll get more noodles, but the proportions of everything else seemed like normal. Banh Xeo - this wasn't as crispy as I'd expected, but not bad overall. It's a Vietnamese mung bean crepe stuffed with minced pork, bean sprouts and shrimp and served with herbs, pickled veggies, and a fish sauce blend for dipping. Prices were very reasonable.

this place is deloycious. i got the steak & brisket pho and my wife got the steak pho. the broth is very rich and delicious. it cured her sickness. we split the summer rolls and they were huge and delicious. the shrimp inside is so crunchy and the meat is so juicy and tender. i will be coming back. also the sugar cane juice is a must have.

Always a good experience at this mom & pop Vietnamese diner in the heart of Chinatown, L.A. Ambiance is simple, nothing fancy, but like a genuine family eatery and the tables by the window are great for people watching on Broadway. The service is always kind, attentive, and friendly, whether ordering takeout at the counter, or friendly wait staff if you sit in. And, the food is amazing. The pho is traditional and excellent, they make fresh juices including sugar cane, and the bahn mi sandwiches are my favorite quick on-the-go snack. If you're in the mood for Vietnamese, there is no better restaurant on this side of town.

You will have to be patient with this place if you decide to eat here. I know I won't come back. We were a group of 5. One person was served their food (#40) and 15 minutes later 2 more were served (friend rice with shrimp and friend rice with chicken). Then we were asked if they could change our meat or it'll be another 15 minutes for the last 2 people to get their Pho. After waiting 25 minutes for our food, the first person's food was cold. The chicken in the fried rice was dry and some of the shrimp was cold. We didn't get our ice tea we ordered nor a refill on our water after requesting it. This was not an enjoyable experience! I'm not sure how this place has so many stars!!!

I often crave nem nuong rolls, but I rarely want to make the drive to OC. FEAR NOT!!! Lol, I'm late - but so glad I came across Gigo's as I was taking a stroll over in Chinatown to pick up some red envelopes for Lunar New Year. It took some time to get their attention to place an order and I had to wave them down - but once my order was in, I knew the food was gonna be great! The rolls were great and nostalgia hit me in my tastebuds upon first bite. Just like I remembered them to be and I can't wait to come back again soon :)

Don't know what the pho tastes like but came here to have their freshly squeezed sugarcane juice. Damn, haven't had sugarcane juice in a very long time and this hits the spot! Highly recommend this drink!

Excellent, inexpensive food that you can count on. The service is okay, but as a small business they do struggle with hiring servers. The food is solid and consistent. I can vouch for the tofu spring rolls and their other dishes are also very good. I like the shrimp spring rolls, the broken rice dishes with the fried egg on top, the coconut drink, and their fish sauce is very good. The vietnamese coffee doesn't taste very authentic. They prefer cash! If you're just picking up, order it by phone ahead of time! Located across from Bank of America in Chinatown, there is no parking directly in front so you can circle around and park down the street on broadway, or behind on hill street. Watch for the 4-6pm traffic restrictions!

My go-to Vietnamese spot in the area. Good food and fair price. I come here mainly for the summer rolls and Bun Bo Hue. This restaurant is one of the few that still serves blood curd in the bun bo hue. You will not find that in the gentrified areas. They also do party trays! I was so happy that they were able to do 40 pc summer rolls. They were a hit at my son's potluck. Friendly and good service, sometimes it can be slow because they have a small staff. Ambiance is traditional mom and pop shop, it's not super fancy or modern which I personally like.

I love this place. It gives you a very family oriented vibe- like your aunt is cooking for you. They always take good care of my son when we come by for pho. They have veggie broth!!! It's so awesome to find restaurants with vegan options. Their pho is so delicious and the tofu is well cooked! I got the eggs rolls and shrimp rice. Everything here is yummy and very well priced. The service is awesome. Street and paid parking available throughout! Try the Thai iced coffee!

What a nice surprise this place was. A no frills place with good food. The food didn't take terribly long and it felt like a nice homestyle eat. The staff, which always makes the difference, was friendly and welcoming. Only one drawback, but it's big. The styrofoam. Why does anyone use this stuff? It's ecological terrorism. I'm assuming they are just using their last stock of it, before going to a more planet friendly packaging. TIP well, and remind them not to use styrofoam.

For food-I cannot rate as I came in for a juice. I paid for homemade orange juice as I see they have an impressive juicer. But for one second I did not see them pour my cup directly from the machine. My drink was definitely watered down. I told them and they said it wasn't. But I know my freshly squeezed juices as I regularly make them.

No photos from here just came in off a recommendation. So so delicious!!! We all got different items but we did all get phở and split chả giò. It was just so so fresh and perfect. It was clean inside and our waitress was so kind and attentive. Will be back.

This review is solely based on the drinks and service from Gigo's Cafe. My friends and I were stuck in Chinatown for a while since we couldn't check into our AirBNB for another few hours. We walked into Gigo's to cool off and ordered a few beverages. One of my friends did feel bad though and ordered some spring rolls too. The drinks were really good! To be honest I don't remember which drink I got, but I do remember it being tasty and refreshing. Maybe it was the sugarcane juice? My friend also got Fresh Coconut juice, drinking straight from the coconut! But what I liked most about this place was the service and how friendly the workers there were to us despite us only getting drinks. There's definitely some bias though because me and one of my other friends in the group were speaking Vietnamese to the older lady serving us, and I think the lady working there was touched to see some young Vietnamese-American tourists supporting their business, so they did their best to make us feel welcomed. If I am around Chinatown again I'll definitely try out their food next time!

When I say- this place hit the spot on my cravings! Ordered the bun thit nuong cha gio, nem nuong cuon, pork banh mi, and the iced coffee with milk. The portion of meat was generous, the pork perfectly juicy/charbroiled, and the banh mi was nicely toasted. Had it delivered through Uber eats, but would definitely love to dine in when I have more time! :)

This is our new favorite Viet restaurant near the downtown area in Chinatown. I'm pretty sure all of the legit shops all buy from the same supply stores because there are the characteristic chairs, tables, sauce containers, and cups that are recognizable if you've frequented enough places in Little Saigon. Parking is in the back and it's $5 pay upfront which is refunded back to you once validated in store. We ordered the nem nuong cuon which is spring rolls with sliced sausage-y meat. This was delicious! Loved the sauce especially - perfect umami flavor. The BBH (bun bo hue) was good. There are a variety of meat cuts and my fave, blood cubes! If you're into liver or pate you might like these. The soup was on the lighter side but I appreciated that because the meats were so decadent. My only ask would be that the soup were spicier but there are chili sauces that would do the job if you added to the soup! My fiancé got the pho tai and he loved it! He made a very specific observation that the noodles were chewier and almost more in the al dente side which he loved and raved about. He hates soggy vermicelli noodles so this was great. They do get really busy around lunch time so either order to-go or be patient if you're dining in. Remember to pay cash at places like this if you can and tip well :) We can't wait to be back for the bun rieu (unavailable at the time) and the com tam!

The ambiance is very family owned business vibes, but the service is so pleasant. Everyone is so kind and it's obvious that this is a local favorite. & the food is DELISH. I've had pho at plenty of places but this one is HANDS DOWN the best pho place I have been to. Definitely coming back for more soon.

Dined in this place on a Saturday afternoon and had a good meal. We ordered (excuse the spelling) Bun Real and Bun Bo Hui and both were good. The place was quiet at 3pm so our service was prompt and the waitress was friendly!

I figured this place is authentic because there are always Vietnamese eating there. I tried most things on the menu, pho, bahn mi, porkchop on broken rice, spring rolls. I haven't had anything I don't like. parking is on the street so you have to be a bit determined to if you want to go here. The bahn mi had more meat than I expected for $7. I personally like the pickled radish and wish they put more.

Always the best PHO. Great people. Always able to help. Same great service every time

My s/o and I are locals and we visit once a week. I either get the Chicken Pho (ask for the ginger sauce, it is amazing) or a Bun bowl, and my s/o always gets their Pho filet. It's some of the best Pho in Los Angeles.

Does Gigo's Cafe & Deli allow doggos? Yes, they have picnic tables set up on the alleyway. Just let them know you'll be eating outside. Gigo's is probably my favorite pho restaurant in this area. Their broth is rich and flavorful. Portions are just right (for me, at least). The owner is very friendly and helpful. We've dined here and gotten Gigo's to-go. It was good both times, but you just can't beat eating pho on the spot. Their summer rolls are also delicious. There's plenty of parking lots nearby. Most are $3/hour, which is very reasonable. Meters are also fairly easy to find depending on when you go.

Picked up lunch from Gigo's Cafe today. First time trying this place. I called in my order and the lady didn't tell me my total or how long it would take. I asked and thought I heard 10 or 15 minutes. Got there about 10 minutes later and had to wait another 10 minutes for my food. I ordered the #6 Pho Tai Gan which is Pho with rare steak and tendon. Wifey ordered #2 Pho Tai, Pho with rare steak. We also wanted to try the egg rolls (#15) and spring rolls (#18). First, the egg rolls and spring rolls are fantastic. The egg rolls have the extra crispy wrapper that we love and the spring rolls have the shrimp roll that is crispy on the inside. These spring rolls didn't have any noodles, instead they had cucumber and some lettuce which we actually prefer. The pho was where we take some stars off. All the normal pho flavors were there but they were all very muted/bland. It could definitely use some salt/fish sauce to bring out those flavors more. Also, there were some really dark/black pieces of the rare steak which we threw out. Portions for the small bowls were pretty generous. I think we would come back/order from Gigos again for the egg rolls and spring rolls. I would probably not come back here for pho but if I did, I would definitely add some fish sauce.

The food taste ( pork chop) not good as before. Too much put baking soda. So the meat taste like chemical, not matter how they marinate the meat even use a lot of ingredients the taste is so horrible. This restaurant the owner doing the business more day is not more well , more worse .

Gigos is a staple in Chinatown! This no frills restaurant has a solid selection of banh mi, pho, and tons of other yummy options. We usually grab the pork banh mi, pho, and the shrimp spring rolls. The people who work here are very kind and always provide friendly service! There is indoor seating as well as an outdoor area next door so that you can bring your pets and sit outside if you'd like. They also sell lottery tickets! We love this spot for lunch and dinner alike and it's one of our favorites in the neighborhood. The prices are also affordable! Lots of seating inside too!

Gigo's Cafe & Deli is officially open for dine in! After walking around Chinatown, we found ourselves hungry and craving some soup. Pho was high on the priority list, so when we walked past this restaurant and saw that it was open, we decided to give it a try. It was both of our first times here, and we had a pretty good experience overall. Highlighted by large portions, cheap prices, and quick service, Gigo's Cafe is a pretty cool spot. I ordered the pho tai, and while the steak definitely wasn't rare, the quality impressed. The soup broth was a bit oily, but the flavor was good. The noodles were pretty standard, but I was happy with the large quantity. The pho here definitely satisfied our hunger. If you're in the area, go ahead and check it out for yourself!

I walked in to ask how much for a cup of tea. He never once looked up from his phone. "Buy whole dinner, he said very nasty. Of course I would have been very happy to buy dinner, but it was only 4 o'clock. That's tea and coffee hour for me. I felt like I was treated that way for being Black

That one time we were in Chinatown after 5k Firecracker Walk, we needed some calories to make up what we lost after the walk. We spotted "oxtail pho" as we passed by Gigo's Cafe & Deli, oxtail... Yes! We got in and ordered the oxtail pho. We also got pork meatballs with shrimp spring rolls. The rolls were ok, but the pho was actually very disappointing. The broth was not made with oxtail for sure and tasted MSG heavy. The portion of the oxtail given was sad. Three little bones with barely any meat in it, we weren't happy. Overall experience was not great. Poor service with mediocre food. Hard pass.

Their Bun bo hue is so delish. I like their Togo packaging, and soup was still hot to the touch when I poured it into the noodles. Awesome Vietnamese mom n pop shop, local and over Postmates.

I came here on a summery Saturday afternoon with my partner since I was craving pho. This place is a solid choice and I was surprised it didn't have more customers! I ordered pho #3 and my partner ordered a vermicelli dish #33. The pho broth was a little light for my taste but it tastes very healthy and was still delicious. I liked the egg roll from my partner's dish- very crispy and tasty. Definitely plan to be back to try their spring rolls and egg rolls in the future! Their Vietnamese coffee with milk is great! One sip and I instantly felt more awake. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. Homey vibes all around. Support your Chinatown businesses!

A wonderful delivery option for anyone looking for affordable, delicious Vietnamese food.

Delicious pho and good service. I had the shrimp pho as a to go order. It was enough for lunch and dinner.

Best pork bahn mi I've had in a while. 100/10 stars definitely worth a try. Had onions with the pork which was a nice touch.

A delightful and cozy pho restaurant serving Vietnamese classics including banh mi, broken rice plates, and pho. The portions are generous and deliciously satisfying. We loved getting to know Michael and his wife. Despite inflation's toll, Michael still takes so much pride in his restaurant by plying each table with plenty of different sauces and providing generous and satisfying portions. Come support this immigrant owned small business!