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    Pho Nguyen

    4.0 (150 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese, Soup
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Duyen D.

    The food was amazing with generous portions. Parking isn't great since there are many other stores, and the service was okay.

    Love they put the meats separately pho lean beef, brisket, and meatballs
    Diona W.

    My normal pho place is closed on Sunday and I was craving it since I was a bit under the weather. The reviews seemed good so I thought I would try them out, but they were not as good as my typical spot. The place is bigger than it looks in the outside and the staff were ok. As I made a to go order I cannot say how service is in house. Food: The appearance of the food was exciting because everything was packaged separately, but finally eating changed things. First the pho noodles were flat noodles and not the typical noodle found in pho which I thought was taking away the experience of the pho. The lean beef had ginger in the bag but it worked nicely. The broth was light but had nice flavor. The egg rolls were overly fried and I could taste the grease plus the dipping sauce was thin and had a weird carrot slice in it so I did not try. As far as the ban mi the meat was flavored perfectly and the best part of my order. If I did return I would not order the pho but I would try some other things off the menu.

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    David Y.

    I've been to Pho Nguyen several times, and my only real complaint is that it seems the quality of the pho broth is not consistent. The first couple of times I tried it, I thought it was literally the best pho I've ever had. After that, it has never been quite as good as the first time. It's like the proportions of spices are not the same each time for some reason. That being said, it is still quite good, and worth trying! The restaurant is clean, and they serve a carafe of pH adjusted water (Kangen Water, if I'm not mistaken) with stainless steel cups when you sit down. The service is pretty good, though we have had items ordered and charged, but never delivered on two occasions I can remember. There was never any issue having them removed from the bill. I think the staff just gets a bit overwhelmed at times - this place seems to do a lot of business. It's always been at least half full every time I've been there. As side note, I noticed that the restaurant has a You Tube channel silver Creator Award on the wall, signifying 100K subscribers. The channel is named "Thanh Long Tieng", but the only channel by that name I can find has nothing to do with food, so I'm not sure of the significance of that or how it's related to the restaurant. I'll have to ask next time!

    Grilled Porkchop Rice Plate

    Such an amazing experience! My first time here with my boyfriend we had the chicken fried dumplings as an appetizer. These were crispy, juicy and all the right flavors! For our mains I got the grilled pork chop rice platter and he got the grilled chicken rice platter. We both got an egg on top and everything was delicious. The pork chop was so flavorful and reminded me of my mom's cooking. Service was incredible as well! Definitely a hidden gem , come check them out!!

    Dirty water glass pot

    Bad customer service, we were a table of 4 people and called 4 bun cha ha noi, which is a food that takes a lot of space so we asked for a 6 people table. The worker wanted to charge us extra because it was "dinner time". The past times we've came here (2-3 times), everything was alright, no one made a big deal. Plus the water pot was dirty, we asked to change it and the waiter said that all of them are dirty because they cleaned it and put it in the fridge so there are water fogs. THIS IS WRONG. ITS NOT THE TRUTH. I WORKED AT 2 VIETNAMESE RESTAURANTS AND THIS HAS NOT HAPPEN.

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    Clara C.

    Woweeee. This might be the best pho I have ever had!! Who knew it'd be in Houston, TEXAS?! My friend (who is from Vietnam) told me to try this pho joint, so naturally I got the $14.50 XL bowl of F1 pho dac biet. There was a ginger taste, which I haven't experienced with pho in Los Angeles. The noodles are also thicker (and cooked softer) than what I'm used to in LA. The bun cha ha noi $13.50 was also delicious. I saw a lot of older Vietnamese grandmas eating this around me. It came with two servings: one bowl of grilled meat in fish sauce and one plate with vermicelli and herbs. They served a small side of garlic and spice that added so much flavor to the dish. I had to ask for more, and they happily obliged! The egg rolls were also pretty good! This restaurant is a ways out of the Bellaire area, so I can see how that can deter fans from frequently more regularly. There's a good sized parking lot though, so that was nice. Restroom was in the back, but it was quite dirty. They also ran out of soap..

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    Luis S.

    This is my regular go to restaurant. The food is authentic and has great taste. Definitely recommend if you're looking for good tasting pho

    Tu N.

    It's been a long time since I've had such delicious and authentic Hanoi-style Bún Chả. The grilled meat was tender, and there was plenty of fresh herbs and noodles to go with it. I also tried the Phở, fried rice, and spring rolls. I found the prices to be reasonable considering the quality of the food.

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    Chevonne J.

    i've been coming here for years, today i ordered my normal pho tai after eating i just scoop a bite and this disgusting chunk of hair was it!!!!!! i'm african american this is definitely not my hair i can never go back here. When I called to tell them he said im sorry I'll let them know and hung up. Someone called back and apologized but unfortunately I do not want another.

    My wife wanted Bun cha Sai Gon.

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    Great portions. Love their spring rolls and milk tea. Great service. Clean place. Authentic.

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    Unfortunately they use MSG. Seems very nice staff. Please consider to make quality food and stop using cheap flavor enhancers.

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    Great food and wonderful service. We always try different things and everything is very good.

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    They have a very good customer customer service, and very yummy food. Thank you definitely will come back.

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    Xeo Yum

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    (135 reviews)
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    14.9 mi
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    4.0
    (485 reviews)
    15.2 mi
    $$

    My god. This place was spectacular. We randomly came across this restaurant on a whim and had no…read moreidea that this was a michelin recognized spot. But after eating here, I understand why. I never had central vietnamese food before and never heard of most of these dishes. We saw that everyone was getting the three appetizer platter, bun bo hue, and had to try it. I also got the chicken vermicelli just as a classic. But every single item in the bun bo hue platter was jawdroppingly good. I never had anything like it before. I didn't know there were vietnamese dishes that utilized mochi flour and now I can never go back. Every single item was so good. The mochi was cooked so perfectly as every bite was so chewy and soft with no hard clumps at all. The meat that came with them as well were so sweet and tender. The vermicelli plate was awesome too as you can make a wrap with the lettuce and veggies and rice noodles and they all come together to mouthwatering perfection. I found a new spot to hyperfixate on whenever I come to houston.

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    4.1
    (429 reviews)
    14.9 mi
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    Hem is hands down one of the best Vietnamese restaurants I've been to, but what truly sets them…read moreapart is their exceptional customer service. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with genuine warmth and made to feel like a valued guest. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. The restaurant is also spotless and beautifully maintained, creating a welcoming atmosphere that's comfortable and inviting. Great food is important, but outstanding service is what keeps me coming back--and Hem delivers that every single time. Highly recommend if you're looking for amazing hospitality and an overall wonderful dining experience!

    Hem has quickly become one of my go-to spots for Vietnamese street food. The vibe is good with a…read morecute, traditional street food feel for their outdoor seating, and their indoor decor is just as charming, especially during the holiday season. The food is consistently great, and the prices are reasonable, especially considering the wide range of seafood options. I've tried the razor clams, and the grilled pompano, and I highly recommend both! They also have a solid lunch menu, which makes it an even better value. Service is always good, and the seating areas, inside and out, are very inviting. Definitely worth checking out!

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