Saigon Flower Restaurant
About This Spot
Stepping into Saigon Flower Restaurant feels like uncovering a quiet little gem tucked away on Queen Street West—a humble nook where the pace slows and the focus narrows on genuine, heartfelt cooking. The atmosphere is unpretentious and straightforward, a refreshing contrast to the bustling urban energy just outside. Here, the hum of daily life softens into something more intimate and welcoming, bespoke in its simplicity.
This is the kind of place where the owner herself is hands-on, crafting dishes with care and attentiveness that bring out the authentic essence of both Vietnamese and Cantonese flavors. The menu unfolds like a comforting conversation, offering familiar classics with a home-cooked soul—whether it’s the tangy balance of sweet and sour sauces or the nostalgic sizzle of spring rolls and dumplings prepared fresh and generous in portion. It’s a spot that invites you to linger over familiar tastes made thoughtful and personal.
The quiet charm of Saigon Flower is reinforced by the easy smiles and warm suggestions from the person running the show, helping guide indecisive diners through the experience with kindness. It’s the sort of neighborhood restaurant where you feel known, even on a first visit, and that sincerity turns a simple meal into a quietly memorable moment. Whether grabbing a meal to go before an evening nearby or settling in for a casual dinner, the unassuming setting offers a sincere invitation to taste, relax, and savor.
What’s Available Here
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Delivery
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Takeaway
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Dine-in
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Solo dining
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Quick bite
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Small plates
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Spirits
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Wine
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Bar on site
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Toilet
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Casual
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Cosy
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Groups
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University students
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Accepts reservations
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Credit cards
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
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Free of charge street parking
Mallory Hassan 20 Dec 2025
The bad reviews here surprise me. Myself and my husband came across this restaurant after searching for good Chinese food for over a year after moving to Toronto, with no luck, until we tried Saigon Flower. We instantly fell in love. The food is AMAZING. Dine in or take out. The Owner is so sweet. Yes, she is running the place by herself and that is why the food is so authentic. After Covid, it is impossible to find any good employees. When is the last time you’ve been somewhere and have been impressed by employees service? She works crazy hard and does a phenomenal job. It kills me when people say the price of the food went up. Did you grocery bill not go up as a well? Your expecting the restaurant to not make any money, so that you can be happy? Not just this restaurant, any restaurant for that matter. If you can’t afford the rising food prices, that everyone is facing, simply stay home and cook for yourself. We would HIGHLY recommend giving this food a try. You won’t be disappointed.
Rachel Moore 25 Nov 2025
I went here for the first time the other day to quickly grab some food to go before I caught a show across the street - it was empty and the reviews were mixed so I wasn’t sure what to expect. Anyone who has rated this place badly I have no idea what you’re on about, it was fairly quick considering it was just one staff member and the food portion was very generous, fresh, and tasty! I’ll post a photo of what I got so you can behold my meal for one! I’ll definitely be back again.
Jaime Treviño 30 Oct 2025
First time I've come here. Really nice experience overall. The lady in charge is nice and suggests food and drink options for you, in case you're indecisive. Atmosphere is very straightforward as it's really a "hole-in-the-wall" in the good sense. Dumplings and spring rolls are tasty. Beer is reasonably priced.