After fasting for 36 hours, Yummy Quan was our first stop -- and at that point, we would've eaten…read morealmost anything... but luckily, we didn't have to settle. This place delivered where it mattered most, especially with the highly reviewed appetizers. Probably one of my favorite drinks here was the Thai Green Tea. It has a really interesting flavor that stands out from regular Thai Tea -- more earthy, but not quite like matcha (we guessed there might be pandan in it). Just a heads up: it's definitely on the sweeter side. My partner and I actually let the ice melt a bit before continuing to drink it, which helped balance things out. I came back a second time and still loved it just as much. The dipping sauce felt like a truly authentic representation of Vietnamese cuisine. It was a lightly diluted fish sauce with spicy red pepper and plenty of garlic -- simple but really flavorful. I also appreciated that the table setup let you customize it to your taste. In my first experience here, we ordered the Bánh Xèo, Bánh Khọt, and Bánh Bột Chiên. I was hands down a huge fan of the ginormous Bánh Xèo -- crispy, flavorful, and just overall my favorite (though I'll admit I'm a little biased toward it already). Meanwhile, my boyfriend completely fell in love with the crunchy Bánh Khọt. That said, I did notice a slight graininess in the Bánh Khọt, which took away a few points for me. The Bánh Bột Chiên was solid and got a pass from us, but it wasn't our top pick -- mostly because we've had better versions elsewhere. Other worthy notes: the herbs were fresh and crisp, and the pickled vegetables were refreshing as well (though my boyfriend thought they could've been a bit more strongly pickled). Eating everything the traditional way -- wrapping it in lettuce with herbs -- made the whole experience even better. Honestly, I would come back just to order two Bánh Xèo. I actually came back a second time before posting this review, this time with my family. We ordered the Bắp Xào, Cơm Chiên Bò Lúc Lắc, and a simple rice dish. This visit was a bit different -- across the board, we all agreed the dishes leaned too salty this time around. I could also tell the staff was overwhelmed, with only two people handling both the front and the kitchen, so it was tough to get their attention at times. That said, the Bánh Xèo still held its ground. My parents were genuinely impressed by the size, and for me, it's still an absolute banger -- something I'd come back for again and again purely for flavor and value. The Bắp Xào really stood out to me in a nostalgic way. I loved the use of traditional Vietnamese corn, and the sautéed dried shrimp brought back memories of flavors from dishes I grew up eating, even if I couldn't quite pinpoint which one. While my mom thought it was too salty, I actually felt like it would pair perfectly with a bowl of plain white rice. I also tried some of my brother's Cơm Chiên Bò Lúc Lắc and found the beef to be tender and flavorful, though not particularly standout compared to other places. I've had very similar versions nearby, but it's still my brother's go-to -- though I suspect that might also be his way of loading up on protein. Overall, even with the inconsistency during the second visit, I still really enjoy Yummy Quan -- especially for the appetizers. It's a place I'd bring family and friends to try, and I'm still curious about more of the menu... but realistically, I could live life on Bánh Xèo alone. At the end, you also get to grab some guava candy, and for anyone who's never had these, don't forget to pick some up -- they're simply delectable!

Nut allergy friendly: I had no issues mentioning it…read more Parking: Plenty in the little strip mall Time to Order: 6 minutes for drinks, 15 minutes for main courses We arrived around 1:45PM and got seated for two with no issues. We saw on the door that they're BYOB? Thai Green Tea (4.5/5): Really sweet but with some pretty unique grassy/herbal notes! (Pandan??) Would recommend if they can adjust the sweetness down a notch. We let the ice melt a bit and it made for a great palatte cleanser. Banh Xeo (4.5/5): Definitely one of their signature dishes. I read the reviews on how large it was and it was still shocking! See my hand for reference. It's crispy and delicious. Two downsides: Not enough protein, and not enough lettuce to make wraps with how big it is. But overall, definitely one of the best I've had outside of homemade. Banh Khot (4/5): These little flavor explosions are a perfect bite size and are also a signature dish. Would definitely recommend. A few of ours were light on the pork. Banh Bot Chien (3.5/5): I was dying to try this since there is really one famous spot for it. Their version is very good, but misses on the crispiness. The inside texture and pairing sauces and radish were all very good, it just needed a little more crisp. I love that they give extra garlic and spice and basically let you customize the intensity of your fish sauce to your preference. Paid with no issues via inKind at the counter. We definitely left stuffed and would come back!

Our best place to eat Pho in Katy Texas. The Best Pho and…read moreother items on the menu are excellent like the lemongrass beef and white rice is also excellent!!! We highly recommend this restaurant!!!

We have been loyal to this place for years because the food is pretty good. Unfortunately, the…read moreexperience at checkout completely ruins it. The cashier is consistently rude, not just to me, but to everyone in line. There's no friendliness, no patience, and it honestly feels like you're inconveniencing her just by being there. It makes what should be an enjoyable meal end on a sour note. As much as I enjoy their food, the service just isn't worth it. Especially when Pho Dien just opened right down the street and does everything better. Their meat is incredibly tender, the noodles taste freshly made, and the broth is rich and full of flavor. On top of that, the owner is genuinely kind and welcoming, and they have some of the best drinks around. Good food can only carry a restaurant so far. Great service and hospitality matter just as much. Unfortunately, that's where Pho Saigon really falls short.

We mentioned to the owner that we were new to pho, and he was so helpful! He asked us a few…read morequestions about what we liked and then walked us through all the options, from the fattiest to the leanest beef, and whether we wanted fresh or regular noodles. Plus, he even made us his special chili oil blend for our pho. We were blown away by how delicious, fresh, and clean everything was! The recipe comes from his grandmother, and you can really taste the love and effort put into making the pho! We can't say enough good things about this place--everything is made fresh in-house, and the service is just amazing!

I absolutely love Pho Dien-Katy. I ordered number 11 Pho Tai Nam Gau (rare Steak, well done flank…read moreand fatty brisket), with the fresh noodles. I have never had pho as this before. My both is clear, and very flavorful. My noodles are fluffy And soft. My protein Very tender. The customer service was excellent. I will be back. The ambience is clean and welcoming.

I just moved into the area and was looking for some good Asian food. We stopped here because my bf…read morewanted pho. There was a lot to choose from but I settled on the vermicelli bowl with pork and an egg roll. I thought this was really good! Would definitely come back again to try something else!

We got the spring rolls and a filet mignon and flank pho…read more When we sat down to eat, we asked the waitress what was good as we've never been here before she could not tell us a single thing on their entire menu that she recommended as good She just pointed out the sections when we said we don't eat pork and said here's beef and here's chicken. We ate the spring rolls and they were tasteless and rubbery My mom and I shared the pho we did not even get a fourth into the pho before both of us were overwhelmed with a feeling of nausea. Not only that, but the pho had basically no flavor.

Apart from having one of the more memorial names (#1) that I've seen in the greater Houston…read morepho-cosystem, Pho Oh Yeah (Which shall be referred to as "POY" from this point on) is a genuinely a decent option in Katy. For starters, being a Halal option is an incredibly rare. There are only a handful of Vietnamese places that have some Halal dishes, but POY is certified as a Halal based establishment. The have a dedicated section of the menu and the certification proudly displayed as one enters the restaurant. The interior is bright, festive, clean and well maintained. They have the classic marble top tables, one of the most prominent furniture pieces in any Viet spot. There is no shortage of space for groups and parking is definitely abundant. Speaking of abundant, the menu reflects some of the most intense variety I've seen at a Viet spot. The pho variety alone has more than 20 choices, ranging from a kid's size to a $40 1 pounder of beef tenderloin (#2). Sirloin pincanha is also featured on numerous things from pho to banh mi to bun dishes, along with short rib and the usual meaty suspects (#3). Their pho gets a thumbs up for broth and portion, and the fresh herb condiments are appreciated. Goi cuon and nem cuon were also a thumbs up and were nicely packed with proteins and veggies. While the bun bo hue wasn't as spicy as my group would have enjoyed, it still was nicely portioned and was fulfilling in other ways. Topping it off with a nice Vietnamese coffee (in a branded to-go cup no less) is always a recommendation. The owner is one of the most eclectic personalities I've seen at a restaurant. He's personable, amusing, and always makes everyone in my party feel like they're right at home. The staff is attentive and while the prices are higher than the average Viet spot, the customer service makes it all worth returning. __________ (#1) OH YEAH (#2) Affectionately called "Pho Oh yeah Filet Mignon" (#3) Tendon, round, brisket, meatball, seafood, chicken, etc.

This has been my go to place for a quick solo lunch when I'm running errands around the Katy area…read more I hate that we don't have really good Asian food around here but found this place and it's actually pretty decent! It's not the best but it's good! It'll help suffice my cravings for Bun Bo Hue. I've been here maybe 5 times in the past 6 months. I like that fact that they have the special for $14.95 during weekdays. You can pick between pho or bun bo hue, tea or soda and either an eggroll or spring roll. All this for under $20 with tip?! That's a pretty good deal! Especially now when eating out so expensive! The bun bo hue was nice and hot when it came out. Love the crisp veggies with it. Only complaint was the spring roll.. it was just way too much vermicelli! lol I need more veggies and herbs in it but still good nonetheless. But I'll opt for an eggroll next time. Overall, I enjoyed this place. Will keep coming back for this special when I'm out and about.

Consistently very good comfort food, regardless of what you order. My favorite is the dry noodle…read morewith both thin rice and thin egg noodle. Be sure to add lots of pickled jalapeño! Portions are huge, service is fast, restaurant is clean. What more could you want?

Lmao I need Houston to give me a better hu tieu place. This place ain't it and they caught me…read moreslipping. We're visiting and no longer live in Htown. I had ordered, but decided to switch my order and the lady taking my order was standing right infront of me, but refused to let me switch. She suggested I get a side of egg noodles. Which I did. When my parents paid, they didn't say it, but my mom mentioned she tipped less because they weren't ethical. So my medium bowl with one noodle type and the one I wanted to switch to had two noodle types only came in a large. The price difference? $1. Her suggested extra side of egg noodles? $5. If I had seen the bill, I would've argued with yall. If you're still standing there and a customer wants to switch, why would you choose to provide poor customer service and money hungry ethics? The food is good, but I rather support other places. They're lucky they're just close to where my family lives or I'd boycott this place.

The restaurant has a relatively clean interior design with a seating capacity of 37. The service is…read moremediocre, especially since once you're seated and order, they don't really check on you again. The food didn't impress either, particularly the Cá Viên Chiên Lắc Mắm Tỏi and Bánh Tráng Trộn Sốt Bò Đặc Biệt. The actual food presentation and portion size didn't come close to what was shown in their picture menu. They were also out of a few items like the Bánh Tráng Cuộn Bơ Sốt Tắc, Bánh Tráng Cuộn Bơ Sốt Me, and Soup Cua Đặc Biệt during my visit. Hopefully, this is just a soft opening, and things get sorted by the grand opening, or I don't see them lasting long in this area. Ways to improve: 1. Bánh Tráng Trộn Sốt Bò Đặc Biệt is kinda sweet from the sauce and Bò, so add a little more acidity to dish with lime or sour citrus. 2. List the ingredients on to the picture menu, to help people who might have some sort or allergy decide. 3. Try to resemble the images in menu as much as possible. I ordered a Bánh Tráng Trộn Sốt Bò Đặc Biệt and it came out first in a to-go box when I planned to dine in and that hella confused me. The portions for the Cá Viên was really disappointing for the price and different to the pictures.

They do not sell pudding. the name got me. Small restaurant cute decor. Service friendly. The…read moretables in the middle seats 2. The side ones seat like 6+. The waitress recommended my daughter and I ordered bun rieu (my noddles were orange but my husband's take out bun rieu noodles were white) it was decent. It lacked a kick though. A bit bland. The fried banh trang was crispy, eggy shrimpy with sriracha. I was not a fan. It lacked a kick-- I took it home and ate it with mint and fish dip sauce. Reminded me of banh xeo. My daughter had egg rolls (inside was mushy) and Bo luc lac. Meat was tender. The Bo luc lac needed soy sauce or salt/ pepper lime which was not given. We took it home and ate it with soy sauce. Overall the meal wasn't bad but it needed help.

Quick, late lunch when I was craving pho. You order at the counter and the prices are on par with…read moremost places in the area. The menu is simple, but has a lot of variety like noodle dishes, coffee teas, and soups. You can even make your own bowls. The pho broth is complex, savory and full of umani without being salty. It's a great place for a quick meal.

Came twice now and had a great experience both times. Good came out very quickly and was full of…read moreflavor. Staff was super friendly and kind. They're running several promos right now such as buy 3 banh mi get 1 free or buy $20 of food and get a free drink. Great place for a quick bite! I recommend the peppercorn beef and Korean bbq banh mi. The black tiger boba was delicious.

My favorite Katy Phở tái / Pork+Rice lunch spot! Amazing…read morehomemade chili oil. Amazing homemade fish sauce. Service is amazing. Chill little spot. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

The pho is delish! Great sizes, flavor and plenty of meat!…read more You should I definitely support this small business! Everyone is so nice and food comes out so fast and hot. This shopping area doesn't get much traffic due to being so close to KAT so definitely stop in to support them!

This place is on point. Had avocado bread and latte Serice…read morewas great Great place to chill and do a little work

The coconut matcha is a 10/10!! The perfect amount of nutty, and sweet. I will say the coconut…read morejuice was a little sweeter than my liking, but it was still good. The matcha was strong as well! Bonus: they add coconut meat to the drink as well. The popcorn chicken was also really good. I would get it again.