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    Cao Thang

    4.7 (66 reviews)
    InexpensiveSandwiches, Soup, Vietnamese
    Closed • 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed

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    Seafood and pork noodle soup
    Angela L.

    Very fast service, and flavorful soup! I ordered the shrimp and pork soup. I paired it with the avocado smoothie, which wasn't too bad.

    Payton M.

    The food was amazing and for a great price! Small interior but we got a seat right away. Waitress had good suggestions. Also had great fresh snacks & desserts at the check out. Will be coming back

    Bánh mì Thập Cẩm
    Dat N.

    Food has always been amazing here! My family and I really enjoy their banh mi here, always fresh and delicious . Expect everything on the menu to be good! Owner has always been super sweet to us, she definitely remembers all of her guest. Parking is a bit tight since part of it has been bought out but don't let that deter you from showing your support.

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    Tiger K.

    My first time here. All I can say is not to judge a book by its cover. Of course I would not recommend you go here at night unless you're familiar with the area. I will definitely be back here soon!!! It is awesome!

    Chicken rice plate - dried
    Jenny M.

    Ordered a banh mi($4.50) with extra meat(+2). Got no extra meat but got charged extra. Service sucks, didn't come back to check on us about the food. The texture of the bread seemed like few days old. During check out told the lady there wasn't extra meat but she want to argue that she did put extra. The chicken rice plate was alright, slightly to drier side. Would I be back? No way....had so much better elsewhere

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    Meris R.

    My mom and I decided to give this place a try since we were both in the mood for vermicelli and pho. At first, I missed the entrance because it looked like some apartments at first glance. The outside is interesting because yes, it's surrounded my apartments, but it's also connected with another business or two, so not too misleading. The inside is nice, clean and cold. We were the only ones inside, so seating was plenty. We got served by an older lady and gentleman. They were both very hospitable and welcoming. We ordered and the food came out super quick. I got the vermicelli bowl with charred pork and egg roll. My mom got the pho soup with a side of egg rolls. They brought out all the greens, bean sprouts and limes for the soup and some lettuce for the egg rolls. Everything tasted great. The meat in my bowl had an amazing flavor and the veggies were cold and fresh. My egg roll was chewy and soggy, not crispy or fresh tasting, so that was pretty disappointing. Overall, still very good and will definitely be back to try something different.

    Pork banh mi
    Hector A.

    Great Banh mi. You can't beat their prices. It is my new go to spot when I am in the Houston area. .

    Bánh canh cua

    This is a hidden gem for Vietnamese deliciousness. We go here so often that I pretty much tried everything. Their bánh canh cua, toasted bread with pâté and butter are our default dishes when we can't decide what to eat. Their desserts are amazing too.

    Pho
    Kathy N.

    PLEASE COME HERE! this place was so good! The environment is not what I had expected but the people who work there are so incredibly sweet. I went with my entire family and they all liked their meals!

    Banh mi
    Christopher L.

    4.50 banh mi that just hits the spot. They cash only but man it saved me from a hangover

    Mi Quang
    Minh L.

    I've found a true hidden gem based on other reviews! Everytime I go to Hobby airport, I'm always in search of something to eat before flying out. Finally, this is the answer to my prayers. After pulling up to a building that looks like an outdated apartment with bars on the windows, I knew this would have authentic vietnamese food! Inside was very small and casual, and we knew it was a small family-run business. We were seated immediately and orders were taken. I got the mi quang and my husband got the pho tai. The lady who took our orders and brought our food was a sweet lady who reminded me of my grandma. So the mi quang was AMAZING! Slightly on the sweeter side, however there was a ton of things in it and the flavor was on point. I want it again as I'm writing this review. The pho tai was also really tasty and the broth was cooked to perfection. They also had other vietnamese snacks, desserts and banh for sale up front. I will definitely be back here!!

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    Great hole in the wall Vietnamese shop. We bought 20 sandwiches to take on a fishing trop.

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    I have tried to call them many time to order food no one picks up good luck trying to get one order out.

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    Cheap but delicious. Bánh mì & cơm tấm are lit. Clean. Fast service. The owner said she will Chinese New Year merchandise soon.

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    Awesome rice combo plate. Make sure to try fried egg, it is soft inside and crunchy outside, perfect! Nice people and service!

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    They do not take credit card. Food is decent. Just wanted to write a review about the credit card

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    My favorite place to eat it's cheap and affordable! My favorite restaurant, and always delicious.

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    Very good spot - don't let the outside fool you. They have dish that's very hard to find in this commercial food world.

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    4.5(462 reviews)
    10.0 mi•The Heights
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    Came here for brunch on a Sunday. I am a huge fan of Farm…read more44 beef got the steak and eggs! Potatoes and fried hard eggs plus sautéed spinach was delicious. Spoke with Bobby about the char being a little much he accommodated me with a steak cooked on flat top rather then open flame. Absolutely fantastic!!! I will be back service was amazing line moved fast. This place is busy on the weekends! Strawberry lemonade was delicious!! Amazing ambiance and super customer service. Once again Bobby was such a kind soul and made sure everything came out perfectly!!! Thank you local foods

    This is a top favorite of mine,I've been a regular for over a year and they never disappoint I…read morebring my friends and family and they've all loved it, I love that they use local and fresh ingredients and you can tell in the quality of the flavor and the richness. The drinks are also good coffee and the bar section is solid. I used to finish my running (walking trail right in front) and stop by for a coffee or full breakfast. The patio area is my favorite if Houston's weather is blessing us I'm always sitting outside I usually get the CRUNCHY" CHICKEN sandwich with either side of Pozole or the chips so crispy and made in the moment. I've had other items the burger the salad the salmon they've always been fees and flavorful, I cannot recommend one thing because everything tastes great! Best place for a cute date or get together with friends family this place has it all! Check out their seasonal items they're always changing and they absolutely worth trying ****** GREEN POZOLE!!' I was surprised on how good it was sorry for doubting it's now my too favorite pozole in Houston ****** (approved by a Mexican ajuaaa )

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    4.2(2k reviews)
    12.0 mi•Galleria/Uptown
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    Food is good. Lots to look at while dining. Everyone is really nice. Have been here a few times…read moreand doesn't disappoint.

    Kenny and Ziggy's (K&G) is THE place I take visitors and friends that come to Houston as the…read moreatmosphere is a true deli experience, the service is top notch, the food is out of this world, and the ambience is true New York Deli. It been a Houston institution since 1999. Walking into K&G's can be quite overwhelming on the first visit. There's just so much to see, be it Autographs, Caricatures, Playbill's or their delicious cakes, treats, breads, and Pickles. However, the real overwhelming experience is the menu. Anything you could possibly want is listed on the menu. I recommend looking t it online before coming, just so you can have an idea of what you might want to eat. My dad(96) and I are frequent visitors and we always seem to get the open faced roast beef, which is stacked high and there is always left overs for eating at home the next day. The pickles are a fan favorite for me, and I tend to devour several of them. This visit I decided to try the fried fish sandwich (made with halibut) with onion rings and french fries and my friend, a Houston native who had never been here, went for the Schleppy Joe with onion rings. These sandwiches were stunning and wonderful. I saved half for to go so I could have their classic New York Cheesecake... the best in the city. The entire dining experience was top notch, exactly the experience I always have. Ziggy knows how to make the customers dining experience an "experience", I have never had a bad one, from the service down to the cleanliness of the entire place. In this review I want to give a special shout out to Beverly, our server, as she was amazing and whom I recommend. She practically read our minds and was an absolute star. Thank you, Beverly, for the fine service that was speedy with a smile!

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    Xiaolong Dumpling - B1. Mongolian Beef B1.

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    4.6(305 reviews)
    8.1 mi•Fourth Ward, Midtown, Montrose
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    This little spot is my literal favorite place for fried rice. Everything is good but the fried rice…read moreis the best I've ever had! Pork Bao's are normally my daughter fave but the soup dumplings here are her favorite. She could finish an order on her own. The service is always great. As soon as you get in they give everyone a water and a carafe of more water. There is a QR code to order and you place your order on the phone. The order goes straight to the kitchen and you can add as you go if wanted. I always thought that was pretty cool. The owner came out to say hello and ask how everything is. She even brought out a small bowl of soup for my baby to enjoy. The waitress was also very sweet and attentive. I don't live close by but will make the trip when the craving hits. Today was one of those days. The last time I was here there was no ac and not enough seating. This time it was nice and cool in and well as having new seating! This little spot needs to be on your need to stop places!

    Was a little bit of a red flag when we were the only Asian customers in the restaurant - still…read moredecent but definitely catered towards Western taste buds. My favorite dish was surprising the fried rice, with generous portions and slight smokiness. The xiaolongbao weren't my favorite, as there wasn't a whole lot of juice; but hey if you're looking to be health conscious maybe that is a positive.

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    Excellent customer service!!!

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    Ishin Udon

    Ishin Udon

    4.3(473 reviews)
    16.9 mi•Chinatown, Sharpstown
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    Cozy udon restaurant near Chinatown. I was surprised about the quality and price of this…read morerestaurant. They are specialized in udon; however, they have many other options to choose like Italian noodles. Their price is from $10-16 with a good portion of food. About the taste, the curry I ordered was a little bit salty, which I expected from Japanese food, but if you have it with udon, they create balance flavor. They have plenty of tables but small area. For friends, yes, big family, I would say no. The service was quick, and staff were friendly. Overall, I highly recommend this place if you want to try udon. I will come back to try more.

    This was my third time coming back here. Each time we like to try different dishes. This time I…read morebrought my nieces with me and that just means more dishes to try. Not many restaurants in Houston offer Takowasa, which is marinated raw octopus with wasabi; and when we find one that does, it's our must order for appetizers. We also ordered the chicken karaage and agedashi tofu. The karaage was juicy and slightly larger than the size of popcorn chicken. The tofu was soft and lightly battered, however the downside is that it gets soggy quickly since it's sitting in the sauce rather than on the side. For our entrees, we got the carbonara, curry tonkatsu rice, niku tama ankake, and kakuni udon. The carbonara was nice and creamy. The curry rice tastes exactly like the Japanese box curry. The niku tama is more of a thicker soup base similar to egg drop soup, however has a more slightly sweet umami flavor. The kakuni udon had a lighter broth with braised pork belly. The service was a bit slow here, but we didn't mind it too much. The interior had a cute traditional Japanese style decor. Overall, we enjoyed our meal and we'll be back to try other udons.

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    Booths layout

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    Curry udon

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    4.5(1.9k reviews)
    9.0 mi•West University
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    Wow! Just... wow…read more Loved this place from the moment I walked in! Ambiance was super fun and welcoming. The tubs of ice filled with cold drinks all around as you approach the counter was casual and fun. And the staff was welcoming and friendly. The menu had so much variety, without being overwhelming. Anything from a good pazole, to a brisket Rueben, to an American Italian sandwich! I got the báhn mì sandwich, which was bursting with flavor! The pork was seasoned well and had good flavor from the marinade. The cilantro, pickled onions, jalapeno, all were so fresh and vibrant! And I was able to get homemade chips and fresh strawberries as my side - such a refreshing bite the strawberries after a rich, porky, spicy bite from the sandwich. Can't say enough good! Loved this place and would go back in a heartbeat!

    A big part of the decades long success at Local Foods has been their commitment to consistency…read more Their casual setting with excellent service is one thing, but quality executed food that is simple and seasonal will always go a long way. Before their recent expansions to Austin, it all began here in Rice Village exactly 15 years ago. The vibes are contemporary and casual, with the kind of space that fits for just about any scenario. Whether it's a solo meal, a lunch date, or a group led affair, the experience is almost always an excellent one. Start by ordering at the counter and find a seat where the food will brought directly to the table. So much of their variety caters to all sorts of dietary restrictions from vegan to gluten free to nut free. Their spicy crispy brussels sprouts ($10) are a nice starter, as is the squash "onion" rings ($12). The local power bowl ($16) is a classic and I've always enjoyed the brown rice and quinoa combo. Their chicken "posolé" is solid, and I love the large hominy bits along with the clear but green tint of a broth. The chicken shawarma bowl ($20) is an interesting mix that includes pickled beets and strawberries, along with their market cheddar burger ($17) and fabulous twice cooked fries. The carrot cupcake is strangely addicting, and I think their gluten free brownie is a bit of a sleeper. Some of their items didn't jive with me previously, such as an underwhelming cashew queso ($9), a semi-laughable Vietnamese steak bowl ($22), and their semi-gringo version of a banh mi ($15). It's not that these items are bad per se, but they definitely don't live up to the same standard that I feel their other dishes do best. Where they hit the biggest home run is their customer service. Everyone working behind the counter does their best to deliver and they almost always do by staying on top of refills, cleanups, and customer greets. I've always enjoyed my experiences here and look forward to every visit.

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