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    Retro Cafe

    4.5 (204 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Sherman O.

    A really cool restaurant that has a throwback to the 1980s maybe in 1970s games and toys now granted they are behind glass but they're still really cool to see the old Nintendo and he-man and Transformers. They also have some cool painting over the fun atmosphere as you look at the restaurant. The food is really good. We really enjoyed it over and got the I got a vermicelli. We also got some fried spring eggrolls. The broth was well developed some of that good flavor, but you wanted it to be a little bit more oof when you think about that to make it more desirable the other thing when you look at the add-ons it had for the fun could've really had more stuff to be able to be more desirable. That's what would've made it a five star so for example it's common if you're getting Steak you're getting like steak but meatballs and tripe and maybe even some brisket and so that just takes it to the next level. The vermicelli was a little bit light quantity wise was a little bit smaller than what you'd expect for the price. The staff were friendly and nice and quick at removing items and getting things like extra napkins or forks or chopsticks. Would recommend and if I'm wanting might be back. Just know that it's tough to say it's the best fun in Houston when there's so many different restaurants around town.

    Grilled Pork Banh Mi
    Bryan V.

    I tried this place since it was near my doctor's office, but I was not expecting to find such a good banh mi restaurant all the way up in Cypress! The baguette was very fresh and had a great texture. The grilled pork was delicious and all the other vegetable fillings were fresh and crisp. The butter was nice and creamy. Even my Vietnamese mom who is incredibly picky about banh mi enjoyed the one I bought for her! I chatted up the cashier guy and lady who was making my sandwich and they were very friendly and welcoming which added to my positive experience here!

    Small artichoke tea
    Brittany B.

    I didn't see it on the menu so I asked, I did receive, and it was worth it! Their artichoke tea is delicious, refreshing, and comes in two different sizes depending on how indulgent you're feeling. While the shop itself is a bit dark, they decorated the space, and they more than make up for it with super friendly customer service. If you're worried about coming alone, know that there are plenty of single diners there during lunch time and the space stays relatively quiet even when busy. As far as the beef banh mi, it satisfied my craving. They're heavy on the butter, light on the beef, and the jalapeño will not light your mouth on fire. Overall, I'll certainly revisit when I'm in the mood for some artichoke tea.

    Angela K.

    Good for what it is, but the prices are questionable. The egg rolls were over $5, and they were a bit small. If they were bigger, I could totally justify the price. The rice dish was yummy, and the beef was thin so it was pretty tender. The employees are not the most welcoming or friendly. I came on a weekday evening, and there was only one other group dining in.

    Egg Roll Vermicelli with pork
    Mary J.

    Got pork vermicelli with an egg roll and it was delicious there was one piece of meat that was to fatty but besides that it was delicious I especially liked the spicy fish sauce (does not taste like fish and is a really good sauce) on it. I will admit I haven't tasted the other menu items, but this item alone is really good

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    Alicia J.

    Oh Retro , Retro where for art thou Retro? We used to go here all the time but we moved from the Cypress area. We were back in town for a couple of days and hubby had to go by and get some Retro Rolls. He absolutely loves these things!! He says and I quote: "It's a warm,, crispy pork egg roll enveloped in a cool, soft layer of veggie and shrimp spring roll wrapped in rice paper with either a peanut or fish sauce for dipping. Tip: Add a little chili oil to make this little bite of heaven all the more better." Service is always friendly and professional. The restaurant is clean and has lots of cool graphic art and old school action figures as decorations

    Christopher S.

    CYPRESS, TX 77433 / VIETNAMESE/ 06-17-23 / TAKEOUT DINNER +The banhmi sandwiches are legit. +The service was quick. +The pho had very good cuts of beef.

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    Siddhu T.

    Ambiance: Very casual but I liked seeing the Mario wallpaper! Service: It was warm and welcoming. We felt taken care of. Food: We ordered Pho and Banh Mi. Pho was average, the broth lacked flavor but the Banh Mi was excellent. I loved how the bread was soft and the meat had great flavor. Overall it was an enjoyable experience. We would stop by for a Banh Mi if we are in the area. Great place for family and friends to hang out.

    Veggie banh mi
    Heidi F.

    This cafe is adorable with a Mario mural. The food is consistently fresh and delicious. They have a veggie banh mi with veggie ham! The bread is crunchy without assaulting your mouth. It's still soft on the interior, it's all so good. Our top choice to get our spring roll fix as well.

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    8 years ago

    Went there with my wife for Pho - it was great and we also played a few rounds of Pac-Man

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    8 years ago

    Great little Vietnamese cafe, with super sandwiches and a friendly welcoming staff! Try them--no need to travel!

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    Le Emperor

    Le Emperor

    4.9
    (154 reviews)
    7.4 mi
    $$

    Don't let the prices of this place scare you away! Everything, even their appetizers are HUGE…read moreportions and very easy to share. They are very accommodating for large groups and are able to split individual checks. My group ordered many different things and the conclusion across the board- delicious! I loved the crab spring rolls. Again, HUGE portions. The pho was well seasoned and yummy and I had tons of leftovers. The staff is super friendly! They will pack up all the leftovers for you. And one of the best parts of the meal, you get a little spoon of crème brûlée with your check at the end!

    It has been far too long since I've had the privilege of writing a review of this caliber…read more Dining at Le Emperor was a refreshing reminder of what true service represents. Beyond the genuine warmth of the staff, the experience was marked by thoughtful touches--such as the elegant tableside pour of the pho and the graceful precision with which our server handled the wine. Their attentiveness wasn't an exception; it felt like the standard. The food itself embraced simplicity while delivering beautifully refined flavor. The hand‑prepared spring rolls were fresh, vibrant, and offered a variety of enjoyable combinations--we tried every one. The pho, again presented with a tableside pour, revealed a broth with remarkable depth. It required no adjustment, no enhancement--just appreciation. Thank you for a truly lovely dinner.

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    Lovely dinner with family!
    Special eggrolls (off the menu)
    Special eggrolls (off the menu)
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    Mr. Pho

    Mr. Pho

    4.1
    (335 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $

    My first time there and I was received with love! Van made me feel like home! I never ate pho…read morebefore and she took her time to show me the menu and what was the most popular dish I with a smile on her face! The food is so delicious! Thank you, Van! Let me also add that the restaurant is very, very clean! Strongly recommend!

    We were in the mood for soup, so we searched for pho and Yelp led us here…read more First impression: it was dinner time and only one small family was dining. We were told to pick our own seats. The table we chose was clean, but the seats and floor weren't. The host kindly cleaned it up for us. We sat for quite a while before asking a staff member for water. We also requested lemons, but they never came, so we let it go. We ordered large bowls of chicken pho, and that was definitely the highlight. The portions were generous and packed with flavor, with a great balance of chicken and noodles. Midway through the meal, we ordered lemonade. The host didn't seem too happy about it and went to the back for a while. It seemed like it might be made from powder since she grabbed ice from the front machine. Then we found out it was $5, which was surprising. Service-wise, it felt a bit off at times, but you could tell they were trying. We did share a few laughs with the male waiter, which helped the experience. At checkout, we got a percentage off for Mr. Pho's 7th anniversary at this particular location, which was a nice touch.

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    And the verdict is! Fully demolished! Great pho!
    And the verdict is! Fully demolished! Great pho!
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    Pho Bo 2

    Pho Bo 2

    3.6
    (46 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Just a little quick back story...I was driving along my cross country road trip. I was craving a…read morehot bowl of soup. I simply Googled Pho restaurants because I find giant bowls of soup to be quite comforting. This was on a random Sunday afternoon. Well, I just happened to be here in Cypress, Texas about 25 miles away from Houston and kaboom! Pho Bo 2 was located right off Highway 290 in a giant shopping plaza. From the outside appearance Pho Bo 2 looked pretty modern. I had a good feeling that I would enjoy the food here. Upon entering, there were plenty of tables and chairs featured and best of all they were open for dine-in during this pandemic! It wasn't too crowded which I actually liked so this way I could get served quickly (though most Pho places have fast service regardless) because I was hungry! Pho Bo 2 had all your typical food, appetizers, rice, plates and of course Pho soups...lol, the only reason why I ever come for Vietnamese. They offered 40 different Noodle Soups along two pages of the menu. What stood out to me and which I've had success with in the past is Pho soup including egg noodles, pork, shrimp and my new favorite item...quail eggs. I went with Soup #37...the Hu Tieu Mi...which combined rice and egg noodles with quail eggs, shrimp and pork...and for $8.95...an absolute bargain! I also got hot tea which I believe they charged an extra $1. With tax and tip the meal cost $15. Within 5 minutes or so, the soup came out. It appeared really colorful looking with a nice brown broth to it. I also noticed large pieces of pork, shrimp, quail eggs and little green scallions which I'm a fan of. And of course buried underneath the soup were the rice and egg noodles. From my first impression, I was excited with what I received. This #37 was very good. The broth was tasty and the pork was generally lean and not too fatty. I was disappointed with the shrimp. I believe there were only 2 shrimps in the soup and they weren't deveined. Grrr...why wouldn't they take a little time to devein the shrimp? This made me feel like they weren't fully cleaned. Ah, okay so the shrimp let me down. Still, for the occasion and for desiring Pho...the soup was definitely satisfying. Although they only offer 1 size for all their soups, I was actually left yearning for a little more after I devoured the bowl. Maybe I could have found a quick appetizer to start with. Finally, for spontaneously coming across this place on my Google Maps while driving...Pho Bo 2 was a general success. If I happened to be living in Cypress, I would return here. I felt like they were reliable and good enough in terms of quality with their Pho soup. My overall experience was a positive one.

    Came by here for lunch earlier today. Food wise was good along w/ their drink options. I ordered…read morecánh gà chiên nớc mắm (fish sauce wings) and it was a bit moist and tasty. At first I thought it would come w/ rice since I ordered a shrimp dish that would come w/ it last time I came around their soft/grand opening shortly before covid hit, but I had to ask the waiter for extra rice since there weren't any when he brought the wings out. Supposedly they'll charge you for an extra bowl of rice and I don't think that was the case though. I also ordered a jasmine milk tea w/ matcha boba and it tasted less flowery which is good for my liking and I didn't even taste any matcha flavor to the matcha boba that was like crystal boba though. Something I noticed inside was that whenever other customers left after dining in, the waiter didn't clear and clean the tables right away and I understand if he was busy though. I'm thinking it was bc there weren't alot of customers when we came in and he was probably gonna wait until more people would come in later. But overall most of their food is great and hopefully I'll be here eventually to try some of their other foods. :)

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    #7. Fried Dumplings
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    #72. Grilled pork sandwich
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    Baguettes and Noodles

    Baguettes and Noodles

    4.5
    (87 reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    What a yummy delight and a pleasant surprise that we stumbled upon a local pho place so close to…read moreour house! It was about an hour before closing but it didn't feel that way at all by the friendly staff and great customer service! Hubs and I were hungry and craving Vietnamese food, so we decided to give Baguettes and noodles a try and they did not disappoint! We ordered the fried egg rolls, grilled pork rice plate and pho tai (with no cilantro of course)! Everything was great!! All the ingredients tasted very fresh and everything came out piping hot! Some observations/personal preferences: it would be great if the fish sauce came out with the egg rolls to dip instead of the sweet-and-sour sauce, and I wish they had soda chanh on their menu since they offer da chanh already... Our server was super sweet! Didn't catch her name but I appreciated that she made me as close to a soda chanh as she could with what she had and it actually tasted really good! Def want to come back and try their banh mi next time!

    I was pleasantly surprised that this place had very flavorful delicious pho. Usually it's very hit…read moreor miss in cypress area to find good pho. From the many pho spots I've tried in cypress this place was top 3 for me. The broth was clean but also had the perfect amount of fat on top and it wasn't watered down or bland. The meats were good but the portion was a bit small. But that's probably because I got it to-go and they are trying to fit everything inside the tiny pho containers. I'd have to try this place some more to see if they are consistent. They had my order ready within 10 mins and it was quick checkout .

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    Kim's Pho & Grill Louetta

    Kim's Pho & Grill Louetta

    4.4
    (314 reviews)
    7.9 mi
    $

    If you want a quiet authentic home cooked meal that is reasonable and packed with flavor don't let…read morethis tucked away restaurant fool you. The restaurant is small and there is never a lunch rush but I would think it would have more because of the prices and how it feels like my mom made me a bowl of food. In the past I've had the bun bo hue and this meal I had the Bo kho. It tastes like what I would get in Vietnam or from Alief area. If you need authentic Vietnamese in the NW area definitely give Kim's a visit! My friend had the lunch vermicelli bowl and he said it's the best in the area. The lady that served us ran the entire front of the restaurant from serving, register, and bussing. Give it a try. You won't regret it. It's small and also decorated with hand paintings to showcase the culture of Vietnam as well.

    I was in The Vintage area and decided on Pho since I wasn't feeling too well. It was hot and humid…read morewhen I walked in. There was a lady at the table rolling up spring rolls. The first table I sat at was dirty, the second table wasn't any better. Customer service was great though. Let's get to my chicken pho. I love to dress up my pho with lots of veggies. Unfortunately, the veggie portions are small here. I had the lunch special that comes with an egg roll and a canned drink. The broth was pretty good as was the chicken.

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    Grilled chicken bahn mi
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    The health dept would not approve this! 6.18.25

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