Hours
| Friday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Monday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–8 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 12985 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85739
Phone: (520) 818-1555
Website: http://www.grainriverasianbistroaz.com/
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Reviews
Voluptuous Vegan
Grain River Asian Bistro just blew every Vietnamese spot in the area out of the water. This place is the real deal—authentic, amazing, and honestly my new go-to when I’m craving something cozy and flavorful. The service was warm and attentive, and the pho… listen. It might just be the best pho in Tucson. The broth is rich, aromatic, and layered in a way that only true Vietnamese cooking can deliver.
I also love how many veggie-forward options they offer, making it super easy to dine here no matter your preferences. And the desserts? They carry several traditional Vietnamese sweets you rarely find in the States anymore—such a special treat and a total standout.
If you’re looking for authentic Vietnamese cuisine that actually hits, Grain River is it. A must-try.
… moreI also love how many veggie-forward options they offer, making it super easy to dine here no matter your preferences. And the desserts? They carry several traditional Vietnamese sweets you rarely find in the States anymore—such a special treat and a total standout.
If you’re looking for authentic Vietnamese cuisine that actually hits, Grain River is it. A must-try.
Yang Hum Lee
Pho Dac Biet XL was absolutely filling. For 2 dollars more, you need to get XL and it’ll be big enough to share between 2 full grown adults!
It looked like they filled this large bowl with 1/2 noodles & 1/2 meat, then topped off the remaining space with broth. No room for beansprouts and other herbs you want to add cause it came so full! Flavor was good as well. Can’t wait to try their other dishes!
Update: Still awesome! lol
… moreIt looked like they filled this large bowl with 1/2 noodles & 1/2 meat, then topped off the remaining space with broth. No room for beansprouts and other herbs you want to add cause it came so full! Flavor was good as well. Can’t wait to try their other dishes!
Update: Still awesome! lol
laura Etheridge
I had been wanting to try this restaurant for a while, we had dinner there last Sunday.
To start we ordered the Spring Rolls and they were very very tasty and a larger size than the ones we’ve had at other places. My husband had the Pho noodle soup with slices of beef, the small bowl is more than plenty for one person, I tasted the broth that IMO is the key component of the soup and it didn’t have the flavor of all the spices that are supposed to be used in it. It tasted just like plain broth with some salt.
I ordered the Pad Thai with chicken and it was a huge disappointment. I’ve had this dish in several Thai restaurants and I know how the sauce should taste. Here there was no hint of tamarind, fish sauce or cayenne in the noodles. The servings were very generous and prices are reasonable.
Service was good and I liked the setting. We might give it a second chance and order something different.
… moreTo start we ordered the Spring Rolls and they were very very tasty and a larger size than the ones we’ve had at other places. My husband had the Pho noodle soup with slices of beef, the small bowl is more than plenty for one person, I tasted the broth that IMO is the key component of the soup and it didn’t have the flavor of all the spices that are supposed to be used in it. It tasted just like plain broth with some salt.
I ordered the Pad Thai with chicken and it was a huge disappointment. I’ve had this dish in several Thai restaurants and I know how the sauce should taste. Here there was no hint of tamarind, fish sauce or cayenne in the noodles. The servings were very generous and prices are reasonable.
Service was good and I liked the setting. We might give it a second chance and order something different.
Nicole Turina
Went here after work on a whim for take out. I didn’t have high hopes, but my partner was wanting to give it a try. Staff was nice, but asked how I wanted to pay before giving me my total. It was $41ish for 2 sandwiches, spring rolls, and a Vietnamese iced coffee. Kind of pricey, but I suppose that’s how it is now. We were told the food would be out in 15min, but it was closer to 25min. There weren’t a lot of people.
Off the bat, the iced coffee was not strong at all, and there was a lot of condensed milk at the bottom of the cup – too much for my taste. I was hoping for strong bitterness to be balanced by sweetness, but it was all sugar. But sure, I thought, maybe they just make it a little sweet. My banh mi was soggy on arrival, and with the vegetables separate. I’ve never had to assemble my own before, and I don’t see the point in giving the vegetables on the side if the sandwich is soggy already.
Also, our fried spring rolls were clearly frozen from a big restaurant supplier.
Not worth the price at all.
… moreOff the bat, the iced coffee was not strong at all, and there was a lot of condensed milk at the bottom of the cup – too much for my taste. I was hoping for strong bitterness to be balanced by sweetness, but it was all sugar. But sure, I thought, maybe they just make it a little sweet. My banh mi was soggy on arrival, and with the vegetables separate. I’ve never had to assemble my own before, and I don’t see the point in giving the vegetables on the side if the sandwich is soggy already.
Also, our fried spring rolls were clearly frozen from a big restaurant supplier.
Not worth the price at all.
Jacqueline Freed
To say I was disappointed is an understatement!!! I Spent $61.00 on two soups, eggrolls and Pad Se Ewe……The Pad Se Ewe was super mushy and seriously had zero flavor. So disappointed. Egg rolls were dry….Soup soso but again disappointed. It was so far from my house too. I only stopped because I was coming home from Phoenix. Still out of the way but it had good reviews and I enjoy Vietnamese food.
However I will NOT return to this place. Do yourself a favor and go elsewhere!
… moreHowever I will NOT return to this place. Do yourself a favor and go elsewhere!
Rich Gold
Took the drive up here based on the suggestion of a friend, hoping it was worth the effort.
I’d say overall a mixed review.
We were greeted immediately with a smile, and offered to seat ourselves anywhere.
The restaurant was not very busy, so thankfully nice and quiet, with a comfy atmosphere.
We ordered a Shrimp Bánh Mí, and Mòn Xáo.
Sorry to say the Bánh Mí was not nearly as good as others in Tucson. While it was tasty and the shrimp were well cooked, the bread required a bit more toasting and it was lacking in sauce, so it was a tad dry.
On the very positive side the Mòn Xáo had everything going for it. A very tasty and bright sauce accompanied well cooked shrimp, pork, chicken, and veggies. It was the star of the meal. We noticed other diners ordering it, so I’m not surprised at its popularity.
While at first glance the menu prices seemed high, I’d say in today’s economy they’re about average, and the Mòn Xáo was plentiful.
In summary, I don’t know if I’d make the trip again just for this, but it would likely be a place to stop in again if I were passing by.
… moreI’d say overall a mixed review.
We were greeted immediately with a smile, and offered to seat ourselves anywhere.
The restaurant was not very busy, so thankfully nice and quiet, with a comfy atmosphere.
We ordered a Shrimp Bánh Mí, and Mòn Xáo.
Sorry to say the Bánh Mí was not nearly as good as others in Tucson. While it was tasty and the shrimp were well cooked, the bread required a bit more toasting and it was lacking in sauce, so it was a tad dry.
On the very positive side the Mòn Xáo had everything going for it. A very tasty and bright sauce accompanied well cooked shrimp, pork, chicken, and veggies. It was the star of the meal. We noticed other diners ordering it, so I’m not surprised at its popularity.
While at first glance the menu prices seemed high, I’d say in today’s economy they’re about average, and the Mòn Xáo was plentiful.
In summary, I don’t know if I’d make the trip again just for this, but it would likely be a place to stop in again if I were passing by.
Elise K
This is my favorite Phở shop since moving from NY. We have tried at least 5 others and the broth here has a rich, deep flavor, the beef is high quality. The owners are generous with herbs and this is the only one that has plentiful herbs in the summer rolls and served with the dishes that call for it. The Chả Giò (Vietnamese crispy spring rolls) are always crispy, nicely filled with great flavors – wrap them in the generous lettuce leaves they come with- you are in for a treat.
The Chạo Tôm (Sugarcane shrimp) may be the best I have had. The shrimp paste is mildly seasoned to allow the shrimp flavor to come through. Yum!
Búns are great and light. Remember these are mildly flavored and enhanced with whatever condiments you like from the table; hoisin, sriracha, etc as well as the dipping fish sauce served on the side.
Broken rice dishes come with those yummy egg cakes and shrimp cakes.
The specialty soups are rich and flavorful as well.
We have not tried the fusion dishes… why would I when the Vietnamese dishes are so yummy, though I would agree with other reviewers the Bahn mi’s are not as good here as the shops that only do Bahn Mi. I guess it’s on the menu like the fusion is- to please all paletes.
This is one restaurant I crave.
… moreThe Chạo Tôm (Sugarcane shrimp) may be the best I have had. The shrimp paste is mildly seasoned to allow the shrimp flavor to come through. Yum!
Búns are great and light. Remember these are mildly flavored and enhanced with whatever condiments you like from the table; hoisin, sriracha, etc as well as the dipping fish sauce served on the side.
Broken rice dishes come with those yummy egg cakes and shrimp cakes.
The specialty soups are rich and flavorful as well.
We have not tried the fusion dishes… why would I when the Vietnamese dishes are so yummy, though I would agree with other reviewers the Bahn mi’s are not as good here as the shops that only do Bahn Mi. I guess it’s on the menu like the fusion is- to please all paletes.
This is one restaurant I crave.
Michael Pulsifer
My friend and I enjoyed a wonderful lunch yesterday at this restaurant. We had the shrimp tempura as an appetizer, the Thai Red Curry dish and the veggie & tofu sir fry. We’ll certainly return to this place as the food was good, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was perfect.
… moreA Hawkins
Love this place! A little off the beaten path but well worth stopping in. The employees were friendly and the food was fantastic. Asked to add to a menu item and it was no problem at all. Excellent selection of food and drink and at a decent price for what you get. Good portions and good service. Definitely a repeat customer.
… moreRobert E Jahn
Very enjoyable and tasty beef pad Thai. My wife had shrimp and veggies baguette sandwich that she said was delicious.
The soup and spring rolls took a while, but we’re both delicious and well worth the wait. Our entrees were large and delicious. The waitress was attentive, but not obtrusive.
We’ll return and unlike some were not put off by them wanting to add a 3.5% surcharge if you used a card. We were not, and simply paid cash.
… moreThe soup and spring rolls took a while, but we’re both delicious and well worth the wait. Our entrees were large and delicious. The waitress was attentive, but not obtrusive.
We’ll return and unlike some were not put off by them wanting to add a 3.5% surcharge if you used a card. We were not, and simply paid cash.