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    Pho 21

    4.1 (159 reviews)
    InexpensiveVietnamese
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    PHO 21 ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Kelayne P.

    Now this is 100% Authentic Vietnamese food. Alot of places claim to be but this one is a guarantee. It's clean and the staff at the register know alot about each dish. I love this place when I'm in this area. They've been open since around 1997. Long standing.

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    Michael W.

    I guess inflation has hit everyone. The lunch special for plates USED to be $6.95 but has been raised to $11.95! That's terrible. The service was also not the best as it use to be. The quality of the meal was mediocre at best. The flavors also did not seem to be cohesive, so sad. I will visit again when it's pay day, this is too expensive for lunch.

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    John M.

    Fresh, light, friendly, and good. Simple words to describe Pho 21, and a pleasurable dining experience. It was our first visit, probably ok or our last. The pho dac biet...when I first tasted the stock, I initially thought it wasn't punchy enough. But as I sipped a bit, pondered more, I'd conclude that it was a really good stock, but delicately seasoned. This doesn't mean watered down, but think of it as the agua fresca equivalent of Pho stock. It has all the spices you'd expect, but nuanced. It's perfect if you're craving Pho comfort but feel like something lighter. The ratio of meat to noodle is spot on too, as was the crispy freshness of the herbs. Two things happened to us that has NEVER happened in a pho joint before in almost 50 years: 1) they actually brought out our appetizers before our bowls of noodles, and 2) I didn't have to ask for more basil because they weren't stingy on the goods. What a revelation! Surprise of the day...the sriracha chili from Texas Pete. Man, it was really good and more indicative of the traditional Thai sriracha, which was the inspiration for Huy Fong (hate to break it to you, but HF didn't invent sriracha). The service was great too, not overly chatty, but friendly and efficient. I'd pop back in again if in the area.

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    Tri D.

    It's very rare that I give a spot a 1 star but this place did it for me. It was by far the most frustrating experience I've ever encounter. It started off okay but as the time went by, I grew more frustrated. So here it goes. We came around 12:45pm & did not receive our food until 1:33pm. There were several tables that came 10 mins after us and got their food before us. There was one table that came way after us, ordered, received their food & finished & we are still sitting here waiting on ours. After waiting about 30 mins I asked two servers about our food & they said the tickets were mixed up in the back. What frustrates me is that they didn't offer an apology or at least 10 percent off on the meal. I don't want anything for free but it's the thought that counts and I have to say that the service recovery was complete garbage. I also think that it would've took longer if I didn't say anything. It's ridiculous that I waited close to 45 minutes for some Pho. I know that the broth is already made in the morning & they keep it hot throughout the day. Every pho restaurant I've been to I've waited less than 15 mins. I understand mistakes happen but they made no effort to make it up to us. There was another family that came maybe 2 mins after us & half of their table received their food at the same time we did, while the rest waited. Okay, enough of my rambling. Now on to the food. I ordered a pho combo that comes with egg rolls & a can drink. ($14). The egg rolls were alright, it came out piping hot but taste wise it was nothing special. The pho was just edible, the broth was boring & I had to add a lot of Sriracha & hoisin sauce to give it some flavor. It's like they were in a rushed to make the broth. It just had no substance. The only positive thing that I can say is the well done brisket was tendered. Overall, it was a terrible experience. I would've given them a 3 if they came to my table and at least offered an apology but no one seems to care, so for that it's going to be a 1. I think it's been about 3 years since I gave a 1 star but today is the day. Service was a complete joke & the food was just edible. Will I come back? H-E double hockey sticks no.

    Asia K.

    I love how this is a Houston staple for me! This place is my family's go to pho spot. I love their combination pho that's only $13 and the Vietnamese Che dessert! We've been coming here for years. Please don't change!

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    Patty C.

    Unfortunately I'm done with this place. Between the service and diminishing and inconsistent food, I keep returning, hoping for better results, but I've been left disappointed one too many times. I always order a large chicken pho here and take back the leftover for a snack the next day. I love their clean flavorful broth when they do it right. Unfortunately my large chicken pho kept getting smaller and smaller portion wise with each consecutive visit. On my recent and last visit, the kitchen was super stingy with both noodles and broth. It felt like almost half of the noodles were missing. The broth was barely warm, not nice and hot as it should be. Needless to say, I finished the bowl easily and was still hungry afterwards. I brought this up to my waiter and he kinda shrugged and pointed out it was served in a large bowl. Yes, I understand that. It's the lack of what's in the bowl that is the problem. I pointed out again while paying at the register that I was not served a large, as I usually am full and have plenty of leftovers to take home. He halfass apologized and mentioned that it's just how the kitchen makes it... A diminishing chicken pho and rude service unfortunately leaves little reason for a return.

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    Hue P.

    Legitimate noodles and meats with the accompanying sides for your pho. The broth is more consomme flavor and clear looking. Service is ok, they bring you the stuff to your table and refills if needed. Ambiance is open and has several tables, no booths.

    Chicken noodle soup!

    This has to be our favorite Pho spot! From customer service to the quality of the food is a plus Their Pho is so flavorful it is a must try.

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    Fox E.

    I don't know what you're complaining pho... this place is awesome. And you don't have to be 21 to come here... false advertising. It's a dirt cheap and amazing Vietnamese restaurant located right by Westpark and Harwin and Gessner. They make excellent fresh rolls which Barbie loves, she gets them with the shrimp. Definitely worth a visit, and basically everything they have is good. If you like this kind of food, you'll love this place, and it's cheap and amazing and that's why you'll see so many elites giving them such a great rating, because by price or standard of food or size of portion, you're going to be very happy here.

    Pho Chin
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    Excellent taste and price, got the large and they give you a real large just like all other great pho spots. Will be going back as long as I live in the area. Quick service & perfect amount of authentic options. Also got Thai tea and a viet coffee to go both 10/10 better then most boba spots.

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    Very good pho Got the combination And egg rolls Everything is yummy and flavorful Big restaurant I recommend

    #18: Pho with beef broth and eye round steak, well-done flank, fat brisket, and soft tendon.
    Emily S.

    Incredible broth for an incredible price! I got #18, which is the beef pho with various types of steak. The broth was very flavorful, but not too salty or overwhelming. I was impressed - I usually want to add hoisin sauce to the broth, but not this one. The meat was also fresh and tasted great! The staff was also very accommodating when I asked for no cilantro. A small bowl of pho, which was more than enough for me, was only $7 including tax. I love this place!

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    The pho was very good well in flavor the service was ok but it waiter had gotten my drink wrong plus there was a hair in my pho

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    Pho is good. Service was great. Ambiance could be a little better but it's nice enough and very clean.

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    This is my favorite pho place. The pho and beef stew is delicious. Very attentive and fast service.

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    First time having Pho. I ordered it to-go and it was so good. Good size for price. Lasted me 2 servings

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    Been coming here for over 15 years. Lately their prices went up and food proportions went down. Will not be coming back till this is fix.

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    I ate here once a few months ago and have no complaints. Food was good and definitely affordable :)

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    Xeo Yum

    4.7(115 reviews)
    9.9 miMidtown, Fourth Ward
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    Typically, when an Asian business has a cheeky name like Xeo Yum, it's widely assumed that it's…read moreheavily Americanized and therefore shouldn't be taken seriously. I couldn't have been more wrong. Xeo Yum (#1) as it turns out is one of the most legit Vietnamese places in Midtown serving up some of the city's best banh xeo and banh khot. Located inside of a Food Hall (#2) in the back corner, they have low-key become a destination and without question, the most popular stall in the entire place. The fan base didn't happen overnight but is a direct result of Chef Cuong Nguyen's commitment to quality Vietnamese fare. Banh Xeo is their signature item, which is also known as a sizzling crepe or pancake made of rice flour, tumeric, and coconut milk. The banh xeo holds well, is perfectly crispy, and is nicely stuffed with an assortment of beans sprouts, shrimp, and some of the best grilled pork belly I've had. Another specialty item that doesn't get enough mention is their banh khot, which is similar but has a mini muffin / cupcake like appearance made in a specialty cast iron mold. This version is wonderfully crispy and pairs perfectly with fresh greens and fish sauce with some funk. It is my favorite item here. Some have argued they also serve one of the best bo ne (#3), the Vietnamese version of steak and eggs served in a skillet. The chunks of beef are nice and tender with just a tad of char, served with two fried eggs, and a banh mi baguette with a mix of butter and spare. Normally I think of spam or sausage included with the meats, but Chef Cuong's spin is with cherry tomatoes. It's a different approach and I'm not mad at it. Folks not looking for this can shoot for bo luc lac, aka shaking beef, which is also recommended. The staff here is sweet, hard-working, and very friendly. They also make a mean Vietnamese coffee and offer free iced self-serve water. The prices are what I would expect in a Midtown food hall, and there's plenty of seating. Anyone checking out the food hall need to make Xeo Yum as part of their eating itinerary. __________ (#1) A play on the Vietnamese sizzling crepe, Banh "xeo" and yum" (#2) Previously the Conservatory and now Stestí Food Hall. (#3) Boh-Neh. Not bone.

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    Quan Ba Ky

    4.4(134 reviews)
    2.7 miAlief

    This spot is low key with a nice, clean interior and friendly service. I visited here to check out…read moresome noodles and crawfish. When I arrived there was nobody dining in the restaurant, that was a bit worrying, but I figured it was a bit early for the dinner crowd and late for the lunch crowd. Food & Drink - 4.5* First up was the noodles, I enjoyed them, but I wouldn't say the hype I'd heard about from some others was there. They had nice flavor, but there just wasn't anything "special." 3.5* Then it was on to the crawfish, and my oh my. Superb, the flavor is delicious and unique. This more than made up for the noodles dish. The potato and corn was good too. Service - 5* Solid. When I first arrived the owner was quietly reading a newspaper and eating his own lunch. He paused to greet me and advised that I could sit anywhere. He provided water and adequate time to determine what I wanted to order. The food came out quickly and he checked in a few times to make sure everything was ok. As time went by, the crowd of folks showing up increased quite a bit and he still managed to check in on tables consistently. Pricing - 4* This is where it was odd. Always subjective but I found the noodles to be overpriced for not only the size but what I felt was a pretty simple dish. The crawfish on the other hand was priced very competitively and made up for the overpriced noodles. I provided pics of the menu for someone to make their own assessment but in general I thought many of the dishes were pricier than they probably should be. I know inflation is certainly killing many businesses and consumers but even these felt a bit off. Overall - 4.5* This is definitely going to be one of my go tos for crawfish when in the area. The flavor is fantastic, the pricing is good, the size of them were solid. There are a couple of other dishes I may try on the next visit. The restaurant is clean, the owner is very nice, and it's a nice low key space to just enjoy a good meal with friends or family.

    One of the best Vietnamese places I've ever been hands down. I still think about it a year later…read more They had a very big variety of food on the menu, so you could have your fill of Vietnamese dishes. I believe the crawfish is seasonal, so go during crawfish season because this pho was delicious. The crawfish were so tender and the pho was so flavorful. The beef dish was also so good to eat and balanced. The fried beef balanced so well with the fresh salad and rice. I will say that when we went the parking lot was a little deserted at night. I would definitely lock your doors and take all your valuables. But that's all or Houston, so just stay safe!

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    Huynh Restaurant

    4.3(1.3k reviews)
    11.3 miDowntown, EaDo
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    I've heard tales of how good the Vietnamese food is in Houston. And boy, Huynh Restaurant lived up…read moreto the hype and more. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue, Duck Tea Salad, and Coconut Coffee. I've been on a Bun Bo Hue kick and while I have yet to find one that I've enjoyed more than regular pho, Huynh's was probably the best I've had yet. 4.3/5 The Duck Tea Leaf Salad was bright and very refreshing. Ordered as an appetizer, it was huge and was close to being a meal all by itself. I thought I had over ordered and probably did, but everything was so damn good, I finished it all. 5/5 Coconut coffee - this was my first time trying this. Served like a Vietnamese affogato, it came with a cup of coconut milk with coconut ice cream along with an espresso of Vietnamese coffee. Lord and waistline willing, I would consume one of these everyday. The contrasts of hot and cold, the bitterness of coffee with the creaminess of coconut. It all balanced and went so well together. Highly, highly recommend. 6/5 On top of all the amazing food was the service. I had just arrived from the airport and came close to their lunch closing time. They welcomed me graciously and without hesitation. As they began their lunch and I was finishing mine, multiple staff members paused their meals to refill water check in, etc. for not only me, but the other few remaining stragglers of the lunch crowd. Huynh is every bit worth it. I will be back each time I'm in town

    Felt slightly more modern than your traditional Viet family owned restaurants. Parking lot is…read moreslightly sketchy though. People seem to really like the whole BYOB idea here. Overall, will definitely satisfy your craving for Viet food in Downtown. Ordered: - 95. Banh Cuon - Reminded me of the ones my grandma makes but with less meat in it. Not a big fan of the Vietnamese ham because it had some chunks of peppercorn but that's just my personal preference. - 73. Crispy Noodles with Seafood - Not usually a dish I typical order or care for. I was fine with it. - 57. Shaken Beef Rice - Beef was flavorful and tender. - Avocado Smoothie - Not much avocado flavor in my opinion.

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    4.1(122 reviews)
    4.4 miAlief
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    Com Nieu Houston is probably one of the best in the Houston area when it comes to authentic…read moreVietnamese food. I've been going here for several years, both in person and for take-outs, and they have never failed to impress me. I like to go here for late lunch or early dinner when the restaurant isn't as busy. The restaurant is in the same shopping center as the Chase Bank and Thanh Da Quan. Even though it's located on the far side of Chinatown near My Hoa Market, the drive is definitely worth it. The restaurant is small and well decorated, and the workers are nice. The dishes are a bit pricey compared to other Vietnamese restaurants for the portion size, but the taste and quality definitely make it worth it. Even my parents, who are super picky when it comes to Vietnamese restaurants, love the food at Com Nieu Houston. Like the name, most of the dishes here are in clay pots. Everything is always super flavorful and perfectly cooked. My absolute favorites are the Thit Ba Chi Kho To (caramelized pork belly), the Suon Non Rim To (braised spare ribs) and the Canh Chua Tom (Vietnamese sweet and sour soup with shrimps). I also really love their Com Chien Ca Man (salted fish & chicken fried rice), which I think is one of the best in town, as well as their Ga Kho Xa Ot (braised lemongrass chicken). The Ca Bong Lau Kho To (caramelized catfish) is my parents' favorite. Photos are from my most recent visit.

    This place may look sketch on the outside but honestly, I'm happy to have found/heard about this…read moreplace. It's comforting to see a lot of Asian families dining in as well. I took my parents here and we ordered the pickled cabbage w. chicken, the clay pot fish, and sour fish soup. It was really good and not heavy at all. My parents ate the whole thing and didn't leave any leftovers. The waiter and waitress were attentive and we didn't wait long for food at all.

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    4.0(480 reviews)
    2.2 miAlief
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    My god. This place was spectacular. We randomly came across this restaurant on a whim and had no…read moreidea that this was a michelin recognized spot. But after eating here, I understand why. I never had central vietnamese food before and never heard of most of these dishes. We saw that everyone was getting the three appetizer platter, bun bo hue, and had to try it. I also got the chicken vermicelli just as a classic. But every single item in the bun bo hue platter was jawdroppingly good. I never had anything like it before. I didn't know there were vietnamese dishes that utilized mochi flour and now I can never go back. Every single item was so good. The mochi was cooked so perfectly as every bite was so chewy and soft with no hard clumps at all. The meat that came with them as well were so sweet and tender. The vermicelli plate was awesome too as you can make a wrap with the lettuce and veggies and rice noodles and they all come together to mouthwatering perfection. I found a new spot to hyperfixate on whenever I come to houston.

    One of my favorite spots in Houston! Not your usual Vietnamese pho spot, amazing small dishes…read more Must get the banh beo chen - I recommend at least 8 per person and doctoring it up with the fish sauce and jalapeño. My favorite appetizers (in order): Banh beo chen, Banh ram it, banh bot loc, egg rolls, crystal dumplings. Personally I wasn't a fan of the paste-y texture of the banh nam but that is a personal preference! Service is not the most hospitable but very quick. We were reseated after spotting a cockroach under our table. But even so I would come back to have this amazing food any day.

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    Old Saigon Cafe

    4.5(703 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    This is such an underrated Vietnamese spot!!! I found it online and decided to try it out. And it…read moredid not disappoint. Very surprised with the options and the menu. The service was good, the ambience is super casual but the menu was phenomenal. They had artichoke and salmon pho! I clearly love a good pho and I was all for it! I got the artichoke pho with chicken and it was a 10/10!!! I wish this spot was in Atlanta where I live. I would most definitely be a regular. The fried rice and green beans chicken was awesome too. It was a 10/10 full flavor bomb. recommend.

    It has been a while since we have been back. Came here for Sunday brunch. Place has been…read morerenovated since we were there. There is a mural of Vietnamese landscape and an aquarium of arwanas. We started with mango salad with grilled pork and papaya salad with shrimp. Both dishes came with sweet and sour dressing. Mango was sweet and grilled pork was yummy. Papaya salad was fresh and a bit more subtle. We also ordered the fresh spring rolls. The old Saigon rolls came with mango and pork. Always liked mangoes. The other was regular fresh spring rolls with shrimp. The rolls came out last after when we got our Pho. Would have enjoyed it more if it came after the salads. I ordered the combination Pho with all the ingredients (brisket, eye round, tendon, meatball and tripe)a. There is only one size. There was a lot of noodles for the size of the bowl. They were generous with the meat. Wish they would have more soup. The soup itself was ok. Thought it was a little bland compared to others. Service was quick. It didn't take long to receive our order. They offer reusable wooden chopsticks. Will plan to try the other dishes other than Pho like rice plates next time.

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    Annam Vietnamese Restaurant

    4.5(62 reviews)
    8.6 miMontrose, River Oaks

    Michelin star deserved! This place was fabulous! Great service? Beautiful restaurant and amazing…read morefood! We ordered shrimp stuffed pepper and my god today it was excellent! It comes in a set of 2 but we got a 3 pack! I ordered the grilled branzino and let me tell you! That chimichurri sauce !! Clutch! It is demonetisation and truly grilled to perfection. My friends ordered the filet mignon and the chicken and they were equally as impressed! I ordered the espresso mousse for dessert which comes out in the shape of a coffee bean. Cuteeee and perfect! This place didn't disappoint and it is a must visit.

    Superb service. They were extremely attentive and polite. Food came out in a timely manner, the…read morechecked up regularly and water was constantly refilled. This is a higher end fine dining restaurant so you should expect the portion sizes and price to be pretty comparable to a lot of other finer dining restaurants. Overall the food's flavor was fantastic. I ordered the king salmon clay pot. I thought the salmon was so tasty! They added pepper and sauce to the salmon - It was tender and flavorful and paired nicely with white rice. The quail (not pictured below) also was super flavorful and was cooked so well it tasted like beef. The soup was also light and refreshing, similar to a west lake soup. It was thicker consistency and had cilantro and chucks of lobster. The drinks served were also super balanced. We ordered the mojito and the dragon fruit cocktail. The mojito was the right balance between minty and sweet with just a hint of alcohol flavor. For the dragon fruit cocktail, it was very fruity, on the sweeter side but not overpowering and was topped with egg whites to give it a little bit of frothiness. I will say, we are slightly underdressed to enter this establishment. Everything seemed so luxurious and many people were in formal business wear! Keep this in mind if you go! There is a parking deck right next to the location as well, both self parking and valet!

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    Annam Vietnamese Restaurant - Lovely interior & very intimate with just under 20 tables

    Lovely interior & very intimate with just under 20 tables

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    Pho 21 - vietnamese - Updated May 2026

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