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    Mr. Pho

    4.1 (335 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese, Soup
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Lizeth S.

    I came here on a mission for the ultimate Bò Kho (Vietnamese beef stew), but sadly, the search continues. The broth was very clear and greasy, nowhere as thick as you would expect it to be. I was especially disappointed that there were no carrots, that's kind of the heart and soul of a proper Bò Kho, and their absence was noticeable. The beef itself wasn't tender, and I found myself working harder than I should just to chew through it. On the positive side, I could taste the lemongrass, which gave the dish some brightness. But overall, the stew didn't deliver the rich, hearty comfort that makes Bò Kho so special. I also tried the shrimp spring rolls, and honestly, they didn't impress either. There was zero crunch factor, just shrimp, slimy lettuce, and vermicelli noodles. No cilantro, mint, carrots, or bean sprouts to give it that fresh, crisp bite. When I opened it up to investigate, the lettuce was visibly slimy, which explained a lot. Those ended up in the trash immediately lol

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    Brittany B.

    I'm no doctor, but it's my firm belief that a banh mi a day keeps the doctor away. Do with that what you will. I arrived at Mr.Pho expecting a fast casual spot, so I was surprised at the invitation to sit down. Once seated service was slow. After making eye contact more than a few times with the waitress...well...they were not the friendliest. It's very possible that I had a one off experience, but my waitress was very to the point, and delivered everything to my table without eye contact, turning their back to me when I said thank you. It was a bit uncomfortable. When the second waitress passed, I assumed they'd check in on how my meal was going, nope, she passed without acknowledging my existence to water the plants. To their credit, my waitress did ask how the meal was when I asked for the bill. Service aside, all is forgiven with great food right? The offering I tried were good, not great. The salt coffee was delicious but heavy on the ice. The chicken banh mi was sizable, flavorful, and balanced but the quality of the chicken was not my favorite. I found myself placing grissel in a napkin. Overall, the meal was not bad, and certainly a win for the offerings on this side of town. I'll likely drop in again, but I feel more inclined to order my meal to-go, atleast until I better understand the etiquette for this spot!

    Gabrielle C.

    I like going here after walking at the Houston outlets. Always a filling meal at Mr. Pho! Pho noodles to meat ratio is good and spring rolls are always nicely wrapped. The mini waffles as dessert is super comfort-food level too. Would recommend trying out when you're in the area! Service is always fast and consistent. Restaurant itself is very clean.

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    Diem T.

    The place was nice and quiet. Staff was nice, we had to ask for utensils since none was delivered even after we got our food. The pho was decent. My friend said broth was nice but their banh mi filling was under-filled. The viet coffee is good and strong.

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    Tam T.

    On today's episode of BOUJEE or BOOTY: You guys, never in my life have I been gaslighted this much. First off, when we walked in, the restaurant was EMPTY and we should've known but my sister tried this place out and it was good so she was excited to show me. The waitress is clueless. She spoke both Vietnamese and English and we spoke to her in both, not sure what else we could've done to communicate with her. Still got our order wrong then tried to tell us that's what we ordered. Yeah ok. Then the food comes out and my sister finds a white hair in her banh mi sandwich. We called the waitress to let her know and she immediately called over the "owner." As soon as I open my mouth to tell her, she immediately cuts me off and says it's lemongrass. I'm like.... Ok but can I finish my sentence?? She then proceeds to gaslight me into thinking I don't know what I'm talking about. And that's what's crazy to me!! Like a simple sorry would've been fine. My dad is a chef and we deal with these things all the time. I wasn't looking for a freebie or anything, we usually just notify the waiter so they can communicate to the kitchen to be more careful. Regardless if it was a hair or a lemongrass stem, idc, it was the fact that she was so rude about it that got me. But anyway, ambiance sucks, service sucks, food dirty, and a waste of my time and energy. Attached is the picture of the "lemongrass." (Btw, she attempted to bring out some lemongrass to show us and it looked NOTHING like this "lemongrass"/hair that we found in our food. Final verdict: BOOTY with a side of gaslighting

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    Brian H.

    Big portions, especially for the price! Service was super quick; food came out within 5 minutes of ordering. Broth was flavorful, and meat was very tender. Noodles were okay; could have been cooked a tiny bit longer. Would recommend!

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    Saves me a trip to Bellaire. Good enough pho. A bit on the expensive side. Will go back.

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    Pho that taste like boiled vegetable soup or worse? Coffee was decent but the food is just not good :(

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    I enjoyed the spring rolls here. The place has a nice vibe to it. I would come here again

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    I went there after work one day, and all the food I ordered for my family tasted old. The service was not any better.

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    Excellent pho and service. If you're in the mood for great Pho try this place out. Highly recommend.

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    Is there any information on their calories per bowl? Specifically for the pho tai

    It should be 350-450 depending on what meats topping!

    Any vegan options?

    Yes

    Is the owner and the food/menu same as Pho Nhi? Or did they have a complete management/kitchen change along with the name change?

    No, Mr. Pho is completely new menu & management.

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    Bantu House

    Bantu House

    4.6
    (22 reviews)
    3.4 mi

    I have been wanting to try West African food for quite a while and just never found anywhere near…read morewhere I was so when Bantu House showed up on my IG i was like let me try it since it's so close. I canNOT believe what I have been missing!!! I tried the egusi soup with pounded yam and was literally floored by how good it was. I brought some home for my wife and kids and they all loved it. I've been back several times since. Unfortunately I NEVER see anyone in there so I hope they are getting enough service to stick around. I've had their jerk wings as well as their jollif rice and all of it is amazing. The restaurant itself is simple and the staff friendly.

    I recently had dinner at Bantu House with my daughter. I am not very experienced with African…read morecuisine outside of South African restaurants and a few Ethiopian-style places, so this was a very new experience for me. Overall, I found the food to be very flavorful, well seasoned, and unique. My daughter and I actually ended up liking each other's meals more than our own, so we switched plates, which worked out well. We also ordered a few extra items, including wings and yams. The pounded yam was interesting and very different from anything I usually eat. It is probably not something I would go out of my way to order again, but I am glad I tried it and now understand a little better how it is eaten. The one disappointing part of the visit was the ordering experience. The young man who rang us up was polite, but he was unable to make any recommendations. He said he had been working there for about three months and still could not really suggest what to order. For someone like me, who is unfamiliar with this type of food, recommendations would have been very helpful. I would have appreciated some guidance on the most popular dishes, common choices, or what first-time customers usually enjoy. That said, the owner was extremely kind. She came out to our table, spoke with us, and helped explain how to eat some of the food we had ordered. I really appreciated that. She came across as a very sweet person, and based on her hospitality alone, I would come back to support the business. This style of food may not personally be my cup of tea or something I will crave often, but I respect the flavor, the care, and the local business behind it. I would give Bantu House four stars. It could have been closer to 3.5 for me personally, mostly because of the lack of ordering guidance, but the owner's kindness and the quality of the food pushed it to four.

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    Lunch specials at Bantu House!  Jollof, Egusi, & more with sides & meat for just $14.99. Mon-Fri, 11 AM - 2 PM. Don't miss out! #Cypress

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    Lunch specials at Bantu House! Jollof, Egusi, & more with sides & meat for just $14.99. Mon-Fri, 11 AM - 2 PM. Don't miss out! #Cypress
    Season's Harvest Cafe

    Season's Harvest Cafe

    4.2
    (594 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    We made a reservation for the Mother's Day brunch and were seated immediately when we arrived…read moredespite them being packed and us arriving 20 minutes early. They accommodated us with our stroller and made it work. I am so excited that I found a farm to table restaurant where I feel like the food is good enough quality to feed my baby. We paid $50 per person for the brunch buffet and the baby was free since she is under 2. The food was delicious! They had an amazing assortment of fresh fruits, cheese, breads, salads, breakfast foods, dips, pasta, and veggies. They also had a carving station with steak and chimichurri sauce. I tried the chicken sausage, steak, beet hummus, tomato salad, whipped feta, biscuits with jam, and an assortment of the veggies & fruits. I also ordered over easy eggs and French toast which they make and bring to the table to keep them fresh but they were included in the buffet. After eating we walked around a bit to see the farm and the animals. Such a cute place for a date or a family outing. Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely go back to try their normal menu.

    Great atmosphere. You can walk around the property and even pet the turkeys, chickens, and goats…read more The restaurant gives you a small cup of feed so you can interact with the animals, which makes the experience fun and unique. The food was good nothing out of this world but the overall experience was very pleasant. It's family-friendly and also a nice spot for a casual date. We ordered the farmer's breakfast and a stack of pancakes. My favorite was the brisket with jam and butter definitely the highlight of the meal. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Just a heads-up: everything is made to order, so it may take a little time. Be patient and enjoy the moment.

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    Chickens out back helping with compost(food waste)
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    Tiny visitor that wanted to come home with me
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    JINYA Ramen Bar - Cypress

    JINYA Ramen Bar - Cypress

    4.4
    (426 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    I have always been a fan of Jinya since my first time at their midtown location over more than a…read moredecade ago. Fast forward to 2026 and I have become an even bigger fan of this particular location. My niece and I absolutely love coming here for their spicy creamy vegan ramen. It has just the right amount of spice and the flavor of the broth is actually oh-so-delicious! Service is always just as great as the ramen. Must order items besides the ramen are the Brussels sprouts tempura, edamame, and the shrimp tempura. I have also tried their miso eggplant appetizer which was good but I do wish that the eggplant was sliced evenly throughout the dish so that it would have the same texture throughout the entire dish. Some pieces were cooked perfectly while others were not tender because of the cut. Regardless the flavor was still there. Really want to try their chicken ramen next because I feel like this particular location makes everything tastes wayyy better than the other ones I have tried in Houston lol.

    We have lived in Cypress for a couple of years and always drove past Jinya and always wondered how…read morethe food was, well after a couple of years we finally checked it out! This restaurant is amazing, from the flavorful Ramen and appetizers to the drinks. The vibe is this restaurant is amazing. I love the decor and the dimming style. Customer service is great! I am going back!!!

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    Draft Sapporo and HOT Sake!
    JINYA Ramen Bar - Cypress
    JINYA Ramen Bar - Cypress

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    Retro Cafe

    Retro Cafe

    4.5
    (204 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    With the temp dropping, I was in the mood for some soup! Our first choice was closed, so we drove…read moretill we found another place. I ordered the meatball pho which was delivered in a Texas size bowl! (Ask for cilantro t o top it off for a yummy experience and a to go container for what you don't finish!) Their version of fried dumplings was unique and the exterior was lighter than most with the filling being meat. The spring rolls were a decent size and the peanut dipping sauce was good. Hubby ordered the pork bahn me (sp?(, and he really enjoyed it We're stuffed! My only complaint is that one song that played was really loud.... interesting hearing some oldies sung by a Vietnamese person... Wasn't crazy about the game decor either. Will definitely eat here again!

    They do not have tapioca balls, not Teahouse type drinks! They have maybe 4 different drink…read moreselections that they can add boba, but that's it! And they do have fountain drinks. I got Thai tea with boba and my kid got milk tea with boba. They were delicious! But this is not a teahouse type place. They have more of a food menu versus a teahouse/drink menu. They might have hot tea and green tea but I am just guessing! Call before you go if you are looking for a specific type of drink. The inside was clean. Nice decor. Awesome painting in the middle of the big wall congratulating them on 3 or 4 years of business. And they have cool electronics to look at BUT NOT TOUCH! They are display only. Pretty cool. I'm guessing rare and expensive Nintendo systems from Asia. Very cool. And authentic games still in plastic cases (similar to Blockbuster but not blockbuster). Very pungent food aromas. Like garlic and vinegar. My mom really likes their Vietnamese sandwiches.

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    Grilled Pork Banh Mi
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    Mona’s French Cafe

    Mona’s French Cafe

    4.0
    (66 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    One of the charming things about this place is the great food they make right here, signs of a…read morereally good chef hanging out in the kitchen. It's been quite a long time since I was here and as I was in the neighborhood I decided to stop by again today. Remembering how good they were last time, I ordered the Oma's Frikadellen (grandma's recipe for all-beef meatballs). I like a good German meatball and these were tender and juicy. There was a choice of red cabbage or sauerkraut as a side; having confirmed they made the sauerkraut in-house themselves, had to order that because I know it's super healthy to eat. Better yet, that sauerkraut was almost perfect with a great flavor, but not too tart and just really a delicious version. Honestly I could've eaten a huge bucket load of that sauerkraut and I may buy some to go someday just to have it on hand in my refrigerator; a slight warm and it would be a wonderful side to serve guests. Dessert was a wow! I wanted to try a dessert that they made themselves and so I couldn't help but go with one of the dessert specials of the day. There were several options available not on the menu and although it was tempting to try the tiramisu or one of the three versions of crème brûlée they make, I decided to go with their homemade limoncello cake which turned out to be a delicious choice that I'm very happy about. Waiter Ty said it was one of his favorite desserts here and I could taste why -- moist cake, flavor-filled filling, whipped cream and with blueberries to decorate the plate. In fact it was so yummy that I decided that so someday soon I would order one with a couple days notice and then take it to my family's place next time I go over for dinner - what I don't know is whether I'll tell them the truth or try and pretend that I made it myself LOL :-) Update: the next day I did call to order an entire cake and it didn't last very long once the family dug in, got gobbled up because it had an intense great lemon flavor, wonderful.

    Very unremarkable dinner at Mona's. We've had lunch there before and enjoyed it. Tonight, the three…read moresteaks were not cooked correctly at all and a little tough. One that was ordered medium was almost well done. The two dauphinoise potatoes were NOT hot--in fact cool in the middle. The beef bourguignon was OK at best. A little bland. The dinner for four with tip: $166! No alcohol! Not returning for this. The service was poor and he argued about asking the chef for bread. He WOULD NOT ask and said, "you know the French". Whatever that means. Too many great places around for far less. On the way out another customer leaned in and asked about the escargot. She questioned if they were fresh. UGH.

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    Duck n Bao

    Duck n Bao

    3.8
    (551 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    One of the perks of moving to Cypress? Duck n Bao! I've passed by the Humble location dozens of…read moretimes while making a mental note to return for Peking duck, so who would have thought my entry to Duck n Bao would be via soup dumplings, a Sichuan dish, and Kung pao brussel sprouts for takeout. Not me, that's for sure, but after a long day this proved to be an incredibly welcome dinner! The soup dumplings were plump and savory. The Kung pao Brussels sprouts slightly sweet and sour, and the spicy, crispy, chicken...well it'll numb your mouth, and it will be worth it. Somehow they've found the sweet spot (not literally) by creating that classic Sichuan tongue numbing spice, without creating a spicy dish per se. Apart from the numbness, the dish reads more savory than anything else. I do wish the dumplings came with either dumpling sauce, chili crunch or both, and that the crispy spicy chicken came with something to coat the rice (it's a bit dry with steamed rice alone), but all and all, I enjoyed everything I ordered and will certainly be returning for the full dine-in experience.

    The uniqueness of the menu options is what caught my eye. I placed an order on Uber eats and I…read morewas hopeful that I would enjoy all the options I chose. The food came within the original stated timeframe, which was a plus. As for the food; everything was delicious and I will definitely order again. My only complaint is there no plates, flatware, sauces or napkins provided. Luckily I ordered in a place where I had those times available.

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    McAlister's Deli

    McAlister's Deli

    3.1
    (99 reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    "Fine in a Pinch, Forgettable Overall!" 08-05-2025…read more I stopped in here during my lunch break during PD (Professional Development) week, my first week back at the high school where I work. The place was packed. Space was tight, with barely any elbow room between customers standing and seated, and the line to order was long. While waiting, I scanned the menu for a salad I'd enjoy, but honestly, their salad options were pretty limited and not very appealing. I ended up going with the Southwest Cobb Salad. It was... okay. Edible enough to satisfy my hunger, but definitely nothing memorable. I don't always use dressing, but I tried theirs and it was decent, tasty enough, though I can't even remember which one it was. That kind of sums up the salad: forgettable. The atmosphere during the lunch rush (11 AM-12 PM) was loud, busy, and a little overwhelming. Maybe it calms down later in the afternoon, but being in a packed shopping center right off Highway 290, traffic and parking are already hectic. Honestly, even walking to and from your car feels a little risky with how heavy the traffic flow is. Food Notes: Southwest Cobb Salad - 3/5: Mediocre at best. The black "crispy" tortilla strips weren't crunchy at all, actually stale. Big disappointment. I've had much better salads elsewhere. If you're in the area and absolutely can't find another deli or salad spot, this place is fine in a pinch. You won't hate it, but you probably won't love it either. Given the number of surrounding restaurants that offer more variety (and better flavor), I wouldn't go out of my way to recommend this one. Final rating: 3/5 stars. Very middle of the road. Visit at your own risk.

    My partner took me here for lunch. I'd never been before. I got a sandwich and a cup of chicken…read moretortilla soup. That wasn't chicken tortilla soup by a long shot. For one, very little chicken. Secondly, there were green peas in there. No corn. Third, cream had been added. And the worst thing? Thick corn CHIPS like you dip in salsa, instead of the thin tortilla strips that give the soup its name. Overly spiced with powdered seasonings, not with the proper peppers infusing their flavor and heat through the cooking process. I will not be going again. In fact, we will make our own soup going forward.

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    McAlister's Deli
    McAlister's Deli
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