Home of Hartford’s Favorite Hot & Spicy Chicken

Located in the historic Cheney Building, Saigon Kitchen has been a Downtown Hartford staple since the summer of 1985. Our restaurant is known for delivering delicious, affordable Asian cuisine with quick, dependable service—making us a favorite among local professionals, students, and longtime residents.

We specialize in classic Chinese-American favorites alongside fresh, pan-Asian inspired creations, all prepared with quality ingredients and bold, satisfying flavors.

From Lunch to Dinner

Join us for our steam-table style lunch service or enjoy our cooked-to-order dinner menu in a warm, welcoming environment. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick meal or sitting down to enjoy dinner, you’ll experience fast service and food made with care.

Chef Nam and family welcome you with open arms and look forward to serving you.

LUNCH & DINNER FAVORITES

Chicken Vegetables

broccoli, mixed vegetables, and chicken sautéed in a light white sauce

Beef Broccoli

broccoli and slices of tender beef stir-fried in a brown sauce

Hot ‘n Spicy Chicken

crispy bite-size chicken, carrots, celery, and green bell peppers tossed in SK’s signature Hot ‘n Spicy Sauce

Boneless Spareribs

oven-smoked pork caramelized to perfection and sautéed in SK’s signature Chinese BBQ Sauce

HOUSE SPECIALS
Hot ‘n Spicy Beef

assortment of vegetables and tender slices of beef stir-fried in SK’s signature Hot ‘n Spicy Sauce

Hot ‘n Spicy Shrimp

assortment of vegetables and shrimp stir-fried in SK’s signature Hot ‘n Spicy Sauce

Pepper Steak

onions, green bell peppers, and tender slices of beef stir-fried in a brown sauce

Curry Shrimp

onions, carrots, and baby shrimp stir-fried in a mildly spiced yellow curry sauce

A Hartford Tradition

Celebrating Nearly Four Decades of Excellence

From our humble beginnings in the Cheney Building to becoming a local Hartford landmark, Saigon Kitchen has remained committed to quality, consistency, and community. For nearly forty years, our family has continued to serve the same passion, dedication, and care that first opened our doors.

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Our Commitment to Quality and Flavor

At Saigon Kitchen, quality and flavor are at the heart of everything we do. From carefully sourcing fresh ingredients to preparing each dish with attention and care, we believe great food starts with doing things the right way.

Our team blends traditional cooking methods with thoughtful preparation to deliver bold, satisfying flavors—served quickly and consistently, without compromising quality. It’s this commitment that has kept guests coming back for generations.