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Le Emperor

4.9 (151 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Dogs allowed

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Maritza Z.

Great service & delicious food! This little hidden gem is a MUST TRY! Went with my son for a little date night of appetizers & dessert and Le Emperor did not disappoint! Went has the dumpling & grandma's egg rolls both were super yumm! My son got the chocolate and he loved it, I thought it was okay. They give you a crème brûlée spoon when you are done with your meal & it was such a nice treat! Can't wait to go back again!

Mango sticky rice
Jennifer B.

From start the finish, I was taken in a journey. Stepping into this restaurant, the decor made you feel like you were in another part of the world. The service was impeccable and on point. The food had my taste buds dancing and me smiling all throughout the meal. I did not even take a picture of the appetizers- shrimp spring rolls, blue crab spring rolls, and tofu spring rolls. Do not pass on this gem. The level at which they deliver freshness, flavor, and a well presentation is purely divine. I will be back again and again.

Mango salad

Great service!!! Great Vietnamese food. Clean space and quick service. Food was good must come back to try some more!

Susan P.

Upscale Vietnamese? Why not? Le Emperor fits the bill with a stylish dining room and a menu that might be fine dining in Saigon. Presentation counts here and everything ordered was picturesque. We started with Grandma's egg rolls. Elegantly plated and sliced to make eating easier, these were filled with seafood and pork. Grandma knows a thing or two about cooking. Shrimp dumplings were perfectly pursed and bursting with flavor and the president's Hanoi vermicelli was fit for a king (don't tell Trump). With well seasoned beef, amazing meatballs and grandma's eggrolls accompanying the vermicelli, this is indulgence. Declining dessert (who had room?), leads to a complimentary spoon of creme brûlée and wish that you had more room. Service is attentive and thoughtful. Definitely an experience worth repeating.

Lemongrass Shrimp
Michael Y.

You always hear "If you want great food, you have to go into the city." Finally, there's an exception. This place delivers on food, ambiance, and service--all without the usual compromises. Appetizers We started with the egg rolls and artichokes, and both were standouts. The egg rolls are Northern Vietnamese-style, served warm with lettuce wraps--fresh, balanced, and absolutely addictive. The artichokes were the star of the meal. Tart, herbaceous, crunchy, and perfectly executed. Every bite fired on all cylinders. Mains We ordered the lemongrass shrimp and the whole fried snapper. Portions were spot-on. The snapper was expertly prepared, with the fillets already removed and served alongside an arugula salad and rice. Clean, thoughtful plating. The shrimp were large and perfectly cooked, served with sticky rice and a coconut cream sauce that added just the right touch of sweetness. Truly outstanding. Service This is where everything came together. Lucas was a top-notch server--knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely enthusiastic. He offered thoughtful recommendations and shared a brief history of the family behind the restaurant. Food arrived promptly and hot, exactly as it should. By the end of the meal, it was hard to tell who was more grateful--us or them. Final Thoughts If, like me, you long for fresh, well-executed food from a non-chain restaurant that isn't designed to over-serve you into submission, this is the place. Support your local community and give it a try. You won't be disappointed.

Beef Stew
Bryan S.

I went there for lunch last week. I had a taste for Vietnamese Beef Stew, and not many place have it. Le Emperor supposedly had it, so I stopped by. This place turned out to be a very high end Vietnamese restaurant. Long story short, the food and service were great and the prices were reasonable. They also had a lunch menu, although their Beef Stew wasn't one of the offerings. As shown in the photo, the Beef Stew was served in a crock with a fresh roll. Upon finishing my meal, the server brought a spoon on a small dessert plate. The spoon had something in it covered with a shiny brown glaze. I asked her what it was, but couldn't understand her answer, so I tasted it. It was Crème Brûlée and it was delicious!

Banana Flambé
Jacob A.

I found this place through google and was definitely not disappointed. Upon arrival they were very tentative to us and the ambiance was very cozy . They offered a variety of different drinks from wines to mocktails . We started off with The coconut shrimp which were phenomenal 10/10. after that for our entrees we got two Le emperor Pho which were large and very flavorful they poured the broth on our noodles table side. Quan was an amazing waiter and brought the dessert menu out to us and answered any questions we had. For our dessert we got the Banana flambé which was amazing and a nice little show with the fire. Once we were done Quan brought us out the crème brûlée on the house ! He definitely made a great first impression for us and treated us amazing. The menu was well priced ...We will be back !

Spring roll & soft shell crab
Auston P.

I'm back again. I can't say enough amazing things about this place. I have a new item however you MUST try! The "SPECIAL TEA" is sooooo good. It gives you a relaxed feeling and the presentation is just perfect. The service here is next level. Everyone is so kind. The owner steps outside the front door and waves and says hello even if I'm simply walking by. It just so happens, they have amazing food and the coolest ambiance ever.

This is the egg roll appetizer
Tambra R.

Enjoyed the experience! The wait staff was very knowledgeable about the menu. I bit pricey, but very good food

The House Made Lime Cake

The best Vietnamese food in Houston, hands down! As someone who has visited Vietnam & also eaten Pho all around the US - I have to say Le Emperor is the best Vietnamese restaurant I've ever been to - in my life! I went there Thursday and went again on Friday lol The Le Emperor spring rolls are so delicious- every flavor u could desire is there. Then I ordered the veggie pho and my friend the Le emperor's pho & both were amazing bc the broth was so flavorful, savory & rich w all the flavors u want in a pho broth. Words cannot explain it - pls just try it. Also - the desserts - omg - they make a chocolate mousse cake and a lime cake - (i could cry thinking about it) - they r so delicious it honestly should be illegal. The chocolate mousse cake was like art to see and taste! Then lime cake was so refreshing and delicious and unique in flavor u cant get enough. Pls do go enjoy. Oh & look how they prepare their takeout. The to-go container is designed in a flower. =) so beautiful! My favorite restaurant in Houston/Cypress!

coconut juice
Andrea P.

Came here early Friday evening and place was not yet packed. The waiter was really nice and gave us good customer service. Their menus were light up cool so we knew we picked the right place. We ordered: spring rolls, mango shrimp salad, red snapper, and shaking beef. All were amazing and cooked so well! The spring rolls had a crunch and the peanut sauce was creamy. The mango salad had the right amount of citrus with salty. Red snapper was cooked very well and cut for easy eating. Just a heads up to be aware of tiny bones. The beef was melt in your mouth cooked to perfection. They are on the pricier side for vietnamese food, but their style is very elevated and worth the price. The ambiance in there is also very relaxed and warm. Definitely will go back!

Spicy edamame
Jessica C.

Not only is the dining room beautiful and quiet, but the service is outstanding and the food divine. Everything we have tried -- from apps to desserts, from vermicelli to duck to fish to shaking beef -- is so full of flavor and umami. If you haven't tried Le Emperor yet, you are truly missing out.

Vegetable Pho, served with boiling gorgeously clear broth tableside
L B.

First time to visit tonight for my birthday dinner date with my husband. The food, service and ambiance were all outstanding. It was getting busy right as we were leaving for the movies. Backlit menu was so cool Starter of Artichoke Appetizer, which was wonderfully lightly fried and just the right amount of olive oil and fresh herbs I ordered the Ginger Fish Stew, which had a clear delicious collagen-full spicy tomato broth with large chunks of tilapia, pineapple, halved grape tomatoes and slides of various herbs. Not too spicy but just perfect! Finished off with a surprise dessert and firecracker We will be back

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7 months ago

amazing service and amazing food. The chicken Curry was so tasty. My wife got the lemon grass and loves it.

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Everything went well! This is a wonderful restaurant! The food was delicious and the service was excellent!

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1 year ago

The food was delicious, the service was wonderful. And it was so clean! My favorite Vietnamese dining place to dine.

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Fresh ingredients, great presentation,friendly staff. Some of the best food I've ever had and especially at price! Wow!!!!!

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District 2.4.9 - Volleyball field looking towards the softball fields on the other side

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I should have known from the size of the parking lot that this place is huge…read more We came for a crawfish competition. It was great. We bought a VIP table to insure a place to sit, shaded seats and good proximity to the event/bar/band. Service was great - thanks Mimi. It's far from the house but I'd go back.

Came to District 249 on a Thursday for a friend's birthday, and overall it was a really solid…read morespot--especially if you're craving crawfish. The crawfish deals were great. We got about 5 lbs for around $30 (or ~$7.99/lb), which is hard to beat. At first, the flavor leaned a little salty, but once we figured out how to mix in the seasoning and butter, it really hit. The size of the crawfish was also impressive--definitely not small. We also tried a couple of the steaks (one around $16.99 and another closer to $24.99), and for the price, they were pretty good. The space itself is huge. The indoor bar area is massive, and outside there's a big patio plus multiple volleyball courts, which gives it a really fun, social vibe. I've heard Fridays get pretty lively, so I can see this being a go-to hangout spot. Customer service was just okay--not bad, but nothing standout. That said, the pricing, food, and overall atmosphere make up for it. I'd definitely come back, especially for the crawfish!

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District 2.4.9 - Exterior Seating between the Volleyball and Softball Field. Back Patio and Building. There's also a sandbox for kids!

Exterior Seating between the Volleyball and Softball Field. Back Patio and Building. There's also a sandbox for kids!

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