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Bao Bao Banh Mi

4.3 (227 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 8:30 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Diana L.

Oh i loved this food and want more! 1st time to this place We got the Hawaiian Spam noodle Box (mainly for me) and he mainly ate from the grilled shrimp noodle box. Also ordered Bulgogi Fries and Bulgogi Ribeye Beef Bao. It was our first time ordering a noodle dish like this. This was super refreshing and loved the mix of veggies with it. The sauce was on the sweeter side but we liked mixing it into the plate! My only negative was that I wish there was more spam! For this being the same price as some of the other protein options I figured it'd have just as much as the shrimp one we got and as some of the other ones that had pictures online. Place was super clean, and cute. Our order was ready when we walked on so we didn't really take the time to take in the ambiance. It was bright though and did like the greenery in there. Need to go back!

Bulgogi Ribeye Beef Bao, Bulgogi Ribeye Beef Rice Box 2x with fried egg and avocado added, Bulgogi Fries
Lileanna M.

Somewhat on the pricy side for me but the food was worth it. It was soo good i really loved the Bulgogi Ribeye Beef Bao... The service was good and i loved the interior.. all the decorations were so cuteI will be coming back for sure

Evelyn L.

Came here for late night snack. We ordered a banh mi, bao, and a side of fries all for $21. I thought it was ok.....The place definitely felt very very dirty. I wouldn't recommend dinning in. The employees were pretty cool though. I think if the flavor was better and the environment was cleaner I would come back but in all honestly I don't think this place is worth your time!

Bulgogi Ribeye Beef Salad Box
Dave F.

Stopped by for lunch. I ordered the beef bowl along with the pork spring rolls. Quantity-wise, there was more than enough food - I could not finish everything. The food was made to order and came out quick. The beef had great flavor -- I probably ate more than I should have. The pork roll, I wasn't a fan of this style. At other places, they season and barbecue the pork - this place has more of a deli style. No biggie, it just gave me more room for the beef bowl. I'd definitely stop back by and order the beef bowl again!

"Chicken"  Spring Rolls
Jaime H.

What in the deli meat chicken is in my chicken spring roll??? What is this lol... all other chicken spring rolls actually have chicken, not deli meat. The have no cucumber. Just plain boring and no flavor. Wasted my money for sure. With all these positive reviews, it's obvious that they offer something in return for leaving the review. Chicken.. pork.. whatever. Regardless, it's deli meat!! Pork deli meat. Just terrible. Add some flavor!

Lemongrass Pork Sandwich (Banh Mi Thit Nuong)
Thierry T.

1. Service - you only deal with the cashier. They seem nice and kind. 2. Price - to be honest, they are missing a star because of the prices. It's $7-$8 for a sandwich here. $16 easily for two sandwiches without a drink and before tax. I get a bigger bang for the buck at Subway's or at Lee's sandwich. For $16, I can get 3 sandwiches in Bellaire Blvd. But I get it, this is not Bellaire, and real estate is probably more than in Chinatown. 3. Ambiance - cute and small. They have an open kitchen concept. Dress code here is casual. Order and pay at the front before sitting down. 4. Food - I ordered their LEMONGRASS PORK and SPECIAL COMBO Banh Mi sandwiches. The Lemongrass Pork sandwich was really flavorful and good, but the Special Combo sandwich was ok. Not as good as their Chinatown counterparts. Not only is this place more expensive, but the sandwiches are tiny. 5. Cleanliness - no complaints here. The place seems nice and clean. SUMMARY: I haven't tried all the food items here. For what it's worth, it's great to have a Vietnamese sandwich shop in the Energy Corridor area. But it is more expensive compared to other Banh Mi shops in Houston. The price tag would be a reason I may reconsider in going. However, the food is not bad and I would come back if I have a craving and not willing to travel to Chinatown for them.

Soft shell bao
Hudson N.

That's a tasty son of a gun! I enjoyed the softshell crab. It takes about 3 or 4 bao to fill me up. I'd say this is a great lunch spot, but not a dinner environment. Service was helpful; the menu is large and there are a lot of options.

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Armand V.

Bao Bao Banh Mi, why are you so good? I don't know sir, my name is just cool. Drove right past you and I fell in love, decided to go inside to find out all the buzz. In a neat locale that would make anyone smile, the staff greeted me and told me to stay a while. Looked at the menu, and the prices were so fair. Banh Mis, Baos, sliders, teas, and drinks galore. It was a Saturday and people were sitting inside, I tried a Banh Mi, Chicken Katsu Slider (on a Hawaiian Bun), a Lemon Grass Pork Banh Mi, a Grass Jelly drink, and a Vietnamese Iced Coffee. It was all delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly and provided superb service. The restaurant was clean and had good seating, and there was free water as well. Loved it, I would definitely come back and pay a visit. Check it out!

Bao, egg rolls, banh mi!
Nina T.

If you are in the energy corridor area, find this hidden spot for a good banh mi! Their bread is warm and crispy, very flavorful and good amount of ingredients! Add in boba beverages, baos and usual Asian quick food. I'd remember it again for my next visit in this neighborhood!!

Bulgogi Ribeye Beef Bao, Pulled Chicken Bao (not shown bc I devoured it before I got a photo)
Nicole L.

Super love this place and can't wait to go back! From the amazing service to the delicious food. We started with the pork fried egg roll.. well, we tried, lol. It was very hot and was still hot at the end of our meal when we finally ate them. Very filling bao with delicious flavors. We tried a few and I'm telling you, no matter how you decide, you can't go wrong. The strawberry lemonade with popping boba was very refreshing as well!

Judy C.

First time visiting! Brought 8 colleagues to try and they all enjoyed it! They have sufficient seating as a fast-casual restaurant. Ordered at the cashier and they will bring the food out to you. I got the Bulgogi Vermicelli Bowl and it was really good and flavorful. Included the meat, cucumber, nuts (on the side), shredded lettuce, carrots and fish sauce. Also got a mango green tea with boba (very refreshing and the boba was nice and chewy). Would come back again and try the Baos & Banh Mi! Parking - within the plaza

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Food is delicious . Small place it's clean. Service is fast and keep you on your feet. I usually get food to go.

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Like no meat on the sandwiches and expensive for bread. Pictures show way more food in the sandwiches.

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Really great and quick counter food. Very fresh and nice place to grab lunch. Tasty! Can't wait to go back.

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