So so good! I mean pho rarely disappoints but I've also been to plenty of places that manage to fuck it up and this is not one of them. Small bowl of pho is still pretty large haha so that was great. Noodles are cooked well and the soup is flavored nicely. Also tried the spring roll which was pretty good but not amazing or anything. My friend ordered a banh mi and that looked fantastic. Service was quick and nice and our entire meal was so cheap! Will be back next time I'm in Houston read more

Searching for the best Pho: this is not the best place for Pho. However, if your looking for some inexpensive pho this may be the spot for you. I recommend to dine in so that your food is hot. I'm quite impress how other restaurants handles their to go Pho because it is hot when I make to my destination. Unfortunately, the pho i ordered today was warm and couldn't cook the raw beef. The broth was extremely greasy and cloudy. read more

The number 9. Pho lover's heaven. The steam from the bowl hits you with all glorious smells of the heavenly broth. They load the bowl up with meat-lots of it. I feel like most pho places usually skimp out on the meats and load you more up on the noodles but this bowl gives you the best of both worlds. The broth tasted like a deep boiled bone broth. Tucked in a corner of a old strip mall in midtown-this is a treasure. The older the pho place the better the food has to be for being able to stay open for so long. Very reasonable price, fast service, pay at the front. Will be back when in the mood for pho. Fellow downtown employees-make the short drive out to this place for lunch. You won't regret it. read more

Pho Saigon - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've come here a few times to grab some quick take out to bring home for when we are too lazy to cook. It's usually between going here or going to Les Givral's Sandwich & Café for some nice Vietnamese food. Usually we go to Les Givral's Sandwich & Café for sandwiches and then we will go here for pho or vermicelli because it just seems a little better here. It usually doesn't take too long for the order to get completed and itt's nice watching the food get served the nice hustle and bustle of Pho Saigon. Usually there is parking in the shopping center and if it full there is parking on the roof(I've only had to do that once). I know we will return and this place is easily in my top 5 of Vietnamese restaurants. read more

What's not to love? Excellent pho, instantaneous, friendly service and good prices. Been here two dozen times and always great. Once, just once, I tried something other than the pho, and it was just so-so, so do what everyone else is doing and order the main attraction. Also, compared to other pho places, the drinks aren't overpriced, so get a coffee too, or try the soda sua hot ga, which is a Vietnamese egg creme. read more

Best pho in midtown, not even debatable. They're quick and always consistent with the broth. I always get the special combo pho and a vietnamese coffee in a to go cup so I don't get food coma. read more

I absolutely ADORE pho and I've had my fair share of it but nothing comes close to the pho I had here!! We got there around 6 pm on a Saturday night for an early birthday dinner with a party of 6 and our food came out in a great time despite more people walking through the door and being seated. THE BROTH WAS SO CLEAR AND AROMATIC!! Exactly how a good pho should be. Highly recommend for good pho in Midtown read more

Pho Saigon - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The noodle was okay and they charged an dollar extra for veggies to go with pho. There were two of us and they gave us single person portion. Never I have been charged for extra veggies to go with pho. We didn't intend to stop by this place because Les Grival's was closed. Never come back for lunch in this place again. Parking was limited also unless you have to drive up to the roof of the building read more

My favorite pho in Houston! Pho Saigon knows how to do broth. The spring rolls and Thai tea are also to die for.

Pho Saigon has gone downhill since the pandemic. They have scaled down their Pho portion. There was not enough meat in a large bowl of Pho but too much MSG. My tongue was numb hours afterward. I am afraid I am not going back for a long time. read more

This is a very casual joint that was packed when I went in on a Saturday afternoon. I placed an order to go and the food came out quickly. I also had the fresh lemon juice which is lemonade. When I got home, I heated the Pho Chien (the one with well done lean meat) and was surprised that the large wasn't as large as I expected. I thought thought it would be enough for two meals but it was just enough for one meal. The noodles were soft and not stuck together which I appreciated. The beef was very generic and had no flavor but it wasn't chewy so it was easy to eat. The broth was the biggest disappointment. It tasted like vinegar and had no depth or flavor other than vinegar. This was pretty disappointing especially given the amount of good reviews. I suspect it's popular because it's cheap. I wouldn't go out of my way to return. it was average at best and not worth a return trip in my opinion. read more

Excellent establishment! Great for a casual date or an outing with friends. The pho was tasty and refreshing. The umami flavor really came out of the broth and the vegetables were fresh and light! I had the #24 which I would recommend for anyone who would like a leaner beef soup with vegetables and noodles. A small is a pretty good portion for dinner and is only $6! Will recommend to anyone looking for pho in the future!!! read more

I have been here several times and Pho is on point. There are a lot of Pho options for us to choose. The vegetable Pho which is included carrot, tofu, mushroom, broccoli and many other vegetable which were not overcooked, exactly the way I like. Nice, clean ambiance, large portion even you order a small bowl and acceptable prices! read more

Pho Saigon - The veggie Pho included carrot, tofu, mushroom, broccoli and many other vegetable which were not overcooked, exactly the way I like. - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went one time and it was just ok. Went a second and last time. The Pho was very disappointing. The Spring Rolls are chewy and the Pho I could not even eat. The owner ( I guess) tried to make it right by giving me an order of Spring Rolls to go. I was hoping they were fresh but they came too fast so I knew it was going to be the same chewy. Experience. They were. I believe they make them ahead of time instead of fresh. My last visit. read more

I went here at least once every few weeks for four years. Incredible prices, incredible food! For the price you can't beat it, and all the food always came immediately. #22 was my favorite, along with the Thai tea and strawberry smoothie read more

Extremely affordable and delicious!! The portion sizes are pretty small compared to other places but it is understandable because of how cheap it is. It was great and I highly recommend #66! read more

I visited this place based on the reviews, service was great, pork egg rolls were good and the Pho was OK. When you first walk in there's always an employee ready to tell you to seat anywhere you like and provide you with a menu. When the waitress approached me asking what I wanted to order, she patiently answered all of my questions and concerns. Before walking off she did confirm the order at least twice, which I thought was great. All you need to enjoy the Pho is at the table. I ordered the spicy beef pho with small noodles. The broth wasn't as flavorful compared to other places. I always add a little Hoisin and Sriracha to my noodle soup, as I love the flavor, however it seemed though the soup was overpowered by this. Keep in mind I don't add much. I ordered Vietnamese pork egg rolls and they were good. I rate my experience as just OK because there were some small bugs flying around and one landed in my soup. Tried to talk to someone and was told it wasn't a bug. So I immediately got up and left. read more

I was told that Pho Saigon has one of the best Pho in town. Granted, I have traveled to many cities in the USA and the pho here was just mediocre at best. Nothing special. not sure if it's a Texas thing because of health codes but the beef was super well done. Other places I visited served the meat rare and once submerized you can see it cook. Price is reasonable. Service was ok. One person in our party ordered "eggrolls" and they brought spring rolls. She specifially said "eggroll, not spring rolls" to the waiter but the order was still messed up. read more

I missed here every day I'm not in Houston. Was here 3 years ago, now finally able to come back here. Amazing pho as always

I've been here 3 times and each time the food has been fantastic. Fresh spring rolls and delicious pho! read more

Pho Saigon - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm reviewing the pho only. This place specializes in pho (duh) and they do it well. The interior isn't fancy. But it is a clean diner. The service is very fast. You will be given all the essential add-ons. The broth is very good. But what sets this place apart is the amount of meat. Some places will skimp. Not here. I like some beef tendon in my pho and they don't skimp on that either. My wife is Vietnamese and this is her "go to" in Midtown. She is extremely picky. But we've never had a bad experience here. There is a reason this place is so popular with Vietnamese and Houstonians in general. P.S. I once ordered banh mi here. It was not good. Go to Les Givral's across the street. But come here for the pho. You won't be disappointed. read more

If I was forced to say what my all-time favorite restaurant in Houston was across all price points and all cuisines, it would be Pho Saigon. I literally come here at least once a week (sometimes twice a day : / )because their Pho is the best I have ever had. Across the board, their pho is the best, their prices are the cheapest and their service is so speedy. All other pho is a joke compared to theirs. Their broth just has this amazingly balanced flavor, whereas some can be too sweet or too meaty. I get the #28, which is a Pho Ga with no meat in it and it's like a cheap $3 meal. When it's a cold day (it happens) this place can get super packed and sometimes there is a line, but the staff is so fast at clearing tables (literally their service carts are flying across the restaurant cleaning tables) that I have never had to wait longer than 3 minutes to be seated. Usually, though there is never a wait and you are instantly seated. In under a minute, you could potentially order and already be served a bowl of steaming hot pho. Best. Place. Ever. PS The Tofu spring rolls are also amazing on days when you need a bit more to eat. The peanut sauce is unlike any other. PPS For all you vegetarians, they now have a veggie noodle soup which doesn't use meat broth. read more

I usually come here since it's close to UH. This place is really yummy and fresh the prices are really good and the pho is always quick and ready to come out maybe 5 mins after I order it. read more

Pho Saigon - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great pho! Their broth is rich and flavorful and so good that you really don't need to add any condiments to it. Noodles were a great consistency. They were stiff at first, but when you let it sit in the broth for a minute they become perfectly firm. Not mushy at all, which is a mistake some other pho restaurants make. I ordered their #9 Special Combination (Dac Biet) and the variety of meats were perfectly cooked and tender. Service is great, assertive and food comes out quickly. I love that this place takes card and is NOT cash only. Would come again! read more

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I'm by no means a vegetarian, but the vegetarian broth is pretty good! Very light but still flavorful. Definitely reminded me of home. I liked the addition of fried tofu and eringi mushrooms, but they should be a little more generous with the toppings. The staff was mainly Vietnamese, always a good sign. And the service was very fast. Tried the combination Che for dessert & it was the perfect ending to my meal. Sweet, cold, & super refreshing Since Bellaire is quite a hike from where I live, I can definitely see myself coming back here if I was craving soup. read more

So I've never had pho before until last night and it's probably the last time I'll ever have it. To be honest everything tasted great, but the next day I was out of commission. My stomach has been bloated and I've been going to the bathroom non stop for about 16 hours now. Pho is a no go for me from here on out. Service wise it was like we came in and it was a race to get us out as quickly as possible. The waitress was very nice but was in so much of a hurry?? I didn't understand. read more

First time visit today. Pho was decent, not hot enough. They need to learn the customer is always right. My friend had very little broth and when asked for more broth, they refused without charging extra. Her bowl was less than half full. I don't go to eat to quibble with the restaurant staff. read more

I usually get my Asian foods fix taken care of over on Bellaire, so many great places! Coming to this area, I know I can't expect much and no surprises here, this place is sub par compared to Bellaire. Thien An Sandwiches is much better place. read more

5 STARS TIME AFTER TIME!! I'm extremely picky when it comes to my pho & the servers get it right every single time. I order my pho with meat raw because I like to cook it in the broth to a medium. I don't live as close as I use to to this location, but when I'm in midtown, that's where I'm eating! read more

This place is incredible! I never really enjoyed pho before and now I realize it's because I never had truly good pho before. The broth is flavorful and the tofu is cooked perfectly, not too soft and not too chewy. Only two vegetarian options but they are both worth it, I come here at least once a month now! read more

Pho Saigon - tofu pho with veggie broth - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Don't blow off reading this review. What restaurant can you go to and find the most expensive entree at $6.25? Well here at Pho Saigon that's their most expensive priced entrees. The owner here cares about the quality of the food he serves. He only uses Free Roaming Chickens and the beef Pho is simmered for hours with a yummy broth low in sodium. They have a vegetarian spring roll and a fried tofu dish for the vegetarians also. They offer your typical Vietnamese menu but with more diverse egg noodle and rice noodle options. Very delicious and really good quality. I could be a regular here if I lived close by. Prices are great: some examples 1 Roll $1.20 2 Rolls $2.20 Small Pho soup $4.75 Large Pho soup $5.75 Children's Pho $2.95 They have 8 locations in the Houston area. I left feeling that I had eaten healthy food. Only con is I could have had a little more eye round. I'm a big time carnivore. read more

I've been coming here for years, but I'm just now writing a review! One thing about this place, there's no playing around in here. There's no fancy decor, valet, or white tablecloths. The waitstaff is nice, but they do like to get on with things, and they won't visit your table very often. This is not the place to be a high maintenance diva, so just pick something out and be done! With that said, the small size of #42 Pho (white and dark meat chicken in chicken broth) is amazing! And the spring rolls are always fresh and tasty. My husband always gets the plate with beef, rice and Vietnamese egg roll (don't remember the number). The Vietnamese coffee is SO good and very strong, so we usually split it! The only thing I would like to try are some of the more unusual drinks and desserts. Overall, it's yummy, cheap and quick! read more

I'll just put it out there that I judge pho restaurants differently from normal restaurants. With pho restaurants, one of the more important criteria is speed. I mean, it's a really simple process for restaurants that actually specialize in pho. If they're on their game, as Pho Saigon's usually service is, they will ask you if you know what you want within a minute of you sitting down. If you say you need a minute, but you're worried that if you say you're not ready that they're going to wait like 10 minutes before coming back, don't worry. They will be back in 1 minute intervals until you are ready. So yeah, they'll bring you the sprouts, basil, jalapenos to let you add as you see fit. They have the utensils, napkins, hoisin (poo) sauce, hot (rooster) sauce at the tables. They don't have the dipping dishes unless you ask which is a minor deduction. In order to be the pho King, you gotta bring me the pho HOT. I want super hot pho with the pack of noodles on the bottom, medium rare steak that's still cooking in the boiling broth, veggies at the ready, and the ability to stir in some hot sauce and still have it burn my tongue just a little bit. Come when it's wet outside or if you got the sniffles and the go home and take a nap. FYI - this parking lot is a hot spot for beggars. Just give them some change and you can eat in peace inside not dreading going out there with a full and guilty gut. read more

broth was awesome. pho was up to par. the meat was not disappointing.. and the appetizers were even less impressive. overall, it's not what it once was. midtown pho saigon has been slipping steadily over the years. read more

I went here recently after craving Pho but not wanting to drive to china town. I was surprised that it was pretty authentic. The parking in this area sucks, the lot was really full and a lot of times you end up having to park in the street. The service was fast and the food was good! I have yet to try their rice dishes but the broth was not too greasy and the noodles were fresh! I won't bother driving to Chinatown anymore for Pho. read more

Good, very reasonably priced bowl of Pho. Good to go with a group if you're in the area. read more

Pho Saigon - #16 - Vietnamese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Service is not the greatest but the worse part was the cashier. We forgot to take our bill to the cashier when it was time to pay and she turns around and says "ugh, this people ordered all these food and they forgot their bill". I get it. It's an inconvenience to wait a little. But there was no line and it took less than 30 seconds to go grab our bill. read more

Ahhh....the healing properties of Pho! If you're either hungry, hungover, or terminally ill...Pho will always make things better! Now I have eaten Pho all over town and this is my best pick for a delicious, brothy bowl of ambrosia. Not only is it the best, but it's a lot more reasonable then some places that charge 8-10$ for a large bowl! That just goes against the whole Pho creed in my opinion. Here its $5.65 for a large! It's raining outside today...and the Pho craving is hitting pretty hard... read more

This is my favorite place for Pho. Houston has a wonderfully large Vietnamese population so there are plenty of great little restaurants like this throughout midtown and chinatown but this one in particular is really good. You'll always find a large percentage of vietnamese patrons here anytime of the day, but you'll also see a good mix of students from the area, midtown residents, and downtown office workers. Pho is perfect for a great tasting light lunch but they also have a good selection of other vietnamese rice and noodle dishes. I usually get a large bowl of pho w/ rare beef flank, a spring roll and of course a vietnamese iced coffee for a late afternoon pick me up. Yummy! This service is super fast and the meals are very inexpensive. I like going here a little after the lunch time crowd to read the paper or do a little work at a private table. Oh yeah, Pho is also great for a hangover the day after partying like a rockstar. read more

So, based on a few yelpers' recommendations on a recent talk thread, I had a perfect lunch today. They lured me to Saigon Pho. Glad I went; the pho is amazing. I spent less than $8 on a small pho and order of spring rolls. I couldn't even come close to finishing the meal and was contentedly full. The broth was very tasty, and not terribly full of sodium. The cilantro, basil, onions, bean sprouts, and jalapenos were crispy and fresh. The noodles were perfect. The spring rolls were just so-so. A little dry and very thin. I prefer Les Givral's spring rolls, however at $2.20 for a pair at Saigon, I'm not going to complain. Also, their peanut sauce is great, if not a little too sweet. This is definitely a place to cure your hangover, stuffy head, or general glum day. read more