Saigon Bowl is a cozy Vietnamese restaurant located about 3-4 miles from ASU's Tempe Campus. Due to recent management/ownership changes, the menu is now more focused on authentic Vietnamese cuisine including a selection of Bánh Mì.
For lunch I sampled Com Ga Roti (Crispy Cornish Hen w/ rice), Canh Ga Chien Nuoc Mam, and Nem Nuong Cuon. All three items were very flavorful and tasted incredibly fresh--clearly made to order. Regardless of what entree you choose, I highly recommend ordering Nem Nuong Cuon (K1) as an appetizer. It's a rice paper roll with grilled pork sausage, lettuce, various Vietnamese herbs, and deep fried egg roll wrappers which adds a nice contrasting textural element. Nem Nuong Cuon is served with a special orange-hued dipping sauce. And although I have no idea what's in it, it's so good that I could eat it straight up.
Some added pluses include friendly, courteous service, and clean bathrooms. Employees offer you water while you wait for your take-out order. Updated decor, lighting, and dinnerware also improve the dining experience here.