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4.3 (1.6k reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Vanessa H.

Don't walk, you gotta run and try this place!! All the dishes are Vietnamese fusion and nothing I've ever had before. It's one of a kind and they execute so well! It's so freakin good! Literally a flavor bomb in every bite! They have an extensive menu with so many unique dishes. It was hard to order one dish so we just had to order it all :) The Saltado was the best I've ever had! It was so bomb! The fries were somehow still crispy even though it's tossed in this delicious sauce! Meat was tender and melt in your mouth good! I also loved the burger! We cut pieces so we can all try the different dishes, and I kept cutting pieces of the burger! I've also been on a burger kick lately to try to find the best burger and this one is high up the list! It was surprisingly hot for a good 15 mins. The meat was well seasoned and the onion, cheese meat and sauce all blended so well. Little bit salty and a little bit sweet with the grill onions. The wings were also crispy with this nice sweet chili sauce! Cooked to perfection! I really liked the curry pho! It's a green curry with a little kick to it. They have quite a few different vegan options and this is a dish that can be made vegan. You can dip the Birria tacos in this pho consume which is so fire! It's so good you just want to drink it up lol I added some of their habenero hot sauce and it was just the perfect birria bites. The phorrito is pho filling wrapped in rice and fried! You gotta wash all these delicious meals down with a lychee peach tea! It hit the spot lol it was so refreshing with the perfect amount of flavor and sweetness. This is a must try place if you're in the area!

Chrissy P.

Came in to get my cris & John fix, as it's been awhile. Probably over 3yrs. Sooo happy that they have a new spot because the old one, the wad not cutting it lol.. and honestly.. this one is pushing it too! There's multiple tables.. and there's even a few outside! but the hype is still there which means the line is still out of the door lol. I was privileged enough to get here before the line stretched outside, I'm also happy that they have this little waiting area.. it really helps the inside traffic. Ooo and if you're wondering if parking, yes! The parking got better.. there's over 100 spots

Adrian L.

Food/Drinks: As it was my first time dining here, I thought that ordering something tried and true would be the best choice, so I ordered Pho with Rare Steak and Brisket. But the second I had a bite of my partner's Viet Shaking Beef Burrito, all bets were off--I was hooked on my first bite. It was as unconventional as it was tasty--even more so with the sauce they serve on the side--and everything married well together. The Vietnamese Iced Coffee was pretty good, with a strong coffee taste, but not overwhelmingly sweet. Service: Unfortunately, our food went to the wrong table, and we were served an item we didn't order. But that's trivial--overall, service was alright. Food came out pretty quick, despite the rush. Also, one of the servers was kind enough to checked in on us and asked how everything was. Ambiance: Casual, cultural, eclectic. Parking: Ample parking. Located in a plaza.

Horchata
Khanh T.

I've been to Cris & John since they were at the original location. I've tried a lot of dishes from them, while some were bad (such as bo la lot), there are still some that are pretty good. This time, I got the Phorrito and the Angry pho with brisket, along with a horchata. The horchata was delicious and refreshing, it had a lot of cinnamon flavor but I wish the drink could be more creamy. The phorrito was great and I love the broth they gave on the side. I think it's a bit more concentrated than the regular broth they use for pho. The pho itself was good, it's not your traditional Viet pho you get outside, it's more of a fusion pho where the broth isn't clear at all. If you're coming here for the first time, I would recommend trying out the platters so that you could try out more food all at once!

Ramenzole
Paul C.

Interesting Mexican twist on Vietnamese food, loved the decor and wall art. They had plenty of cool drinks to choose from. The dining experience was not so great the restaurant was and ordering food was difficult due to the how loud it was in there. We ordered several appetizers and they were okay they lacked the Vietnamese flavor. We ordered to pho-zoles, we excited we drove 3.5 hrs from Houston to experience this exciting dish. The meat in the soup was soft and tender and also got plenty of white maiz. The noodles weren't pho noodle we got ramen instead let down. Not what I ordered or expected. But none the less cool place definitely should try it.

Agua fresca
Devion T.

So far looking at the pricing very accommodating especially for this economy that's a super plus !! The angry Pho definitely leaves up to its name. The soup with the combination of the tacos just makes everything pop!! Energetically, chaotic, fun space to come with family and friends. They even give you your own personal water jar. Definitely a 10/10 it's on Preston rd come check them out ! It's irresistible delicious // Man oh Man I'm telling you there Agua Frescas be heavenly refreshing the sweet and spicy wings that come on the platter the sweetness compensate the chicken how it's seared instead of meat and then you have the spice that gives you that kick off of that first juicy bite very tasty

Egg Roll
Elisa M.

Met up with some friends and was looking forward to trying something different. When I pulled up I was happy to see that they have a private parking lot with plenty of parking space. As I walked up I noticed that they have outside seating available (although with the pollen, today that wasn't even an option for me). As I got inside there was a nice little crowd and there was some confusion as to if we sit and order or order and sit however I caught the sign which let us know we order and sit and they bring the food to you. They have a lot of things on the menu to choose from and they even have platters which can feed multiple people. I went with the egg rolls, the potstickers, and the rice plate adding beef belly. The guy tried to talk me into the saltado de carne however I didn't want the fries, so I went with what I ordered. I also got a peach lychee drink. Found a seat and the food came quickly! The egg rolls were my least favorite as it lacked flavor for me. I love potstickers (Mandu), these were okay, however once I was looking for something besides soy sauce to dip them in. The saltado de carne reminded me of bulgogi however has some tomatoes, carrots, and cucumbers on the side. The rice was a little dry for me. My friend liked the peach lychee. For me it was sweet, where undiluted it with water. It also had chunks of I'm assuming lychee in the bottom (think boba). Overall it was a good meal. Everyone was happy with what they ordered. The place has a nice little vibe and I'd come back and try something else.

Kelly S.

I had been wanting to come here for so long and i finally made it! I was worried there would be a long wait but there was not at all. We got there at 5:30 pm on Tuesday. You order your food up front then go sit down and they bring everything out to you. I didn't love having to order upfront and then sit down and that's mostly because the decision was really hard on what to order cause everything sounded and looked amazing. I will say the food all came out really quickly and they were really good about finding where all the food went. We ordered a bunch of different plate plates at my table and everything was so good. I ordered the Elote, sweet chili wings, and ginger chicken tostadas, as well as the vanilla cookie Matcha. I took home a lot of leftovers and everything reheated great. The ginger chicken was so juicy and flavorful. I loved how many fun drinks they had. I just wish there were some more options to customize them as far as sweetness levels and milk. The vibes are immaculate. The decor is adorable.

Carne Asada Street Fries - wow!
Dan B.

This was not what I expected. I say that because is was way better. So much variety and the flavors were amazing. The team there there was helpful with recommending stuff on my first visit. The seats are metal and no super comfortable, but it fits the atmosphere of street food and eating outside, so I wouldn't change a thing there. The places fills up by noon weekdays, so plan ahead. Important- "Angry" is their word for spicy, so if you don't like it spicy, don't choose anything with "angry" in the name or tell them to not make it "angry". :)

Beef Pozole Pho, Birria Tacos, Thai Curry Pho, Angry Pho, Pho Quesadilla
Susan N.

Throughout the years the quality and flavor of their food has definitely improved immensely! My favorite dish is still their pho-dilla (think pho quesadilla with melted cheese). I was surprised at how much flavor was in their Thai curry pho. Our group enjoyed that one. They're always coming up with new drinks and fusion dishes so I appreciate how there's always something new to try.

Bang Bang Wings Egg Roll Tamarind Peach Water Birria Tacos Green Curry Chicken Flautas Birria Ramen
Vianai A. C.

Came in at around 7 on a Friday and there was a line to the door! The line moved fairly quickly though but be prepared to wait to order/be seated (they seat you at the ordering booth). We got a platter and added the rajas egg rolls which were delicious!!!! The tamarind peach water was perfect too, not too sweet and the tamarind was not over powering. It was lively and bustling inside but with all the art and food it was a lovely experience. Plenty of vegan and halal options!!

Anne C.

Heard great things about this place and decided to do takeout for dinner. Their website and ordering process are very good. Arrived 5-10 min after my requested time and skipped the massive line (the place was buzzing with every table full and a long line at the order counter. The ambiance and vibe are super cute and fun! Will have to dine in one day). Order was ready and exactly as placed. We had the appetizer platter (love the fact they have multiple customizable platters so you can try lots of items), chicken phorito, several baos and tacos, and the noodles. Everything was tasty with some dishes being more unique in terms of tastes like the phorito and the baos. Noodles were standard. Would highly recommend but depending on when you go prepare to wait!

Dumplings
Claire W.

GREAT!!! Amazing fusion menu, with enough options for you and your entire extended family. I came on a whim a week or so ago, and nobody but poc in the place. That's how you KNNNOWW. I got a whole slew of items because I wanted to try it all and everything I got was amazing. The service team was supper welcoming and helped me understand the menu/order process with so much kindness. Also, the whole place has this colorful authentic and upbeat vibe. I want to know who was on aux because I was dancing in my seat the whole time I was there. Will 100% be returning.

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Excellent! Place was packed on a week night. Wish they were closer. Worth the drive. Go there!

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Environment and vibes are great. New location has plenty of parking. Food has not disappointed yet.

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What are their halal meat options?

Any of the Chicken entrees

Are there long lines?

No quick service

Do you guys deliver, in the uptown area?

No they do not. But they do online orders

Is your food Halal?

I don't believe it is.

Do u have Halal option..if u do is it prepared separately.?

Pick up a phone and ask.

Are menu portions different on $25 special compared to when you order separately? For example dry Noodle on special compare to when you order it by itself

Yes, there's more food on the $25 specials. Specials include four or more food options.

Do they accept apple pay?

Yes!

Do they use msg in the broth?

Hi Jen, Thank you for reaching out to us. Our entire menu does not include any MSG.… 

Is your veggie and chicken noodle pho gluten free?

Hi Susan! Our chicken and beef are both grilled and marinated and they do contain soy sauce, but the broth is gluten free. Our veggie soup is also gluten free. If you go on… 

How much is the 10 lb burrito and does it need to be ordered ahead of time?

Hi Nadia Our 10lbs Phorrito cost $50 and just need 30 mins head up. Thank you

Do you have any gluten-free items? Not an allergy, just preference/mild intolerance.

Hi Allison, Thank you so much for reaching out to us. Yes we do offer gluten-free options. You can… 

Is your restaurant BYOB?

Hi Suzanne M, Yes, our restaurant does allow BYOB. Thank you

Do you use MSG?

No we don't use MSG

Do you deliver?

Hi Kirk! We don’t personally offer a delivery service, but we are on Doordash and Grubhub!… 

Are there any options that can be made vegan? Could you substitute tofu in place of meat?

Hi Cassidy! We are very vegan/vegetarian friendly. If you go on our website everything labeled with a (V) is fully vegan and we’re more than happy to replace anything with… 

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