Love this addition to spring branch! This has been on my list of places to try and I'm so glad we were finally able to go. We have a newborn at home, so we had to order takeout. The employee was super nice though. I didn't get a chance to catch his name, but I met Tina and she was so nice! The employee helped me bring my food out to my car. I'd love to dine in with the family cause the restaurant is very spacious on the inside. We ordered a little bit of everything-the pho (with tai and bo vien), fish sauce chicken wings, the grilled chicken with rice, vermicelli noodles with beef, grilled pork banh mi. We really enjoyed everything but my personal favorites were the grilled chicken with rice, fish sauce wings, and the vermicelli noodles with beef. So simple but so full of flavor and delicious!! I also got a cafe sua da and added the pandan cream. It was really really good. I was pleasantly surprised. Can't wait to go back!!! 5 stars for food and service! Great addition to the neighborhood read more

I was pleasantly surprised to see how big the interior of this restaurant is. From the outside, it didn't look that big. There are plenty of tables. The servers are polite and nice. Plenty of parking. We ordered: * grilled pork spring rolls - tastes great but wrapped too loosely, most of it came apart while eating. Love the peanut sauce too! * ribeye cheesesteak banh mi - I really like the warm and fluffy bread, the flavorful ribeye and grilled onion together makes this so great. Next time I would order it with extra meat. * large special pho - nice portion, authentic flavor * Vietnamese iced coffee - strong just the way I like it! Will be back to try other menu options. read more

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I decided to give this restaurant another chance after my previous experience and I am happy to say that it is now a solid 5/5. The ambiance is nice and is plenty of seating. The waitress was super friendly and seemed very knowledgeable about the menu. The waitress brought extra special chili oil to the table which I very much appreciated. The chicken wings with the house special sauce were very crispy and seasoned well, and the fries were very piping hot but still lacking salt. The pandan Vietnamese coffee was exceptional and the flavor of the coffee with the pandan was a wonderful combination. The pho broth was also quite spectacular with richness from the bones and perfectly seasoned with pho spices. The Banh mi pork was delicious and nicely grilled and the bread was crispy and flavorful. My diagnosis: come here for full bodied pho, strong Vietnamese coffee, excellent Banh mi and crispy chicken wings! read more

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Really enjoyed coming here, but I do think I'm missing out on the core experience being a vegetarian. I did thoroughly enjoy the tofu banh mi I ordered with egg and the fries were ordered were unexpectedly really solid. The only thing keeping this place from being a 5 for me is that while all the ingredients were fresh and the taste was great it fell slightly short of exceptional for me. Could definitely be convinced to bump the score to a 5 with future visits though! read more

Sandwich Pho Reel - Tofu Banh Mi - Noodles Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is a hidden gem located on Kempwood near Blalock. I've been here a few times, but the most recent time was an excellent experience all around. The staff members were nice, thorough when taking my order, and cashier was friendly. And very importantly - the food was superb! The large pho with 4 meats - a very large portion (I would argue it's close to XL) was delicious - one of the best in Houston! Pho reel!!! Broth had a deep, rich flavor, not too sweet, and the meat cuts were good quality. It is a pricey bowl of pho though $14). I grew up with $6 pho so I know inflation is real (and I'm old). The wings with house sauce came out blazing hot (don't burn the roof of your mouth!) and the sauce is a sweet, fish saucy flavor. If you like fish sauce, you'll love the wings. They were a bit on the small side but that's ok. Fries were also piping hot and could have used a touch of salt and pepper. The Vietnamese coffee - so, so good. If you add a $1, you can add the pandan cream which I think elevates the coffee quite a bit. It's a good portion and has such a strong coffee flavor. You gotta try it! Lastly the grilled pork banh mi was a hit as well. A standard portion and not over priced. We went on a weekday for an early lunch, around 11:30 am, and there was plenty of parking at that time (there is also ample parking behind the restaurant) and the place was relatively empty. As we were about to leave after our amazing meal, it started to fill up. The inside is quite spacious so I would be surprised if there's ever a capacity issue inside or a long wait for a table. My fellow Yelpers - try this place out! You won't regret it! I hope their business thrives for many years to come! read more

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This is my favorite Vietnamese restaurant that I've tried so far out of the three that I have visited in the area. They keep the whole dining area and kitchen super clean. The staff are super nice and happy. The bond me vegetables are crunchy and taste. Fresh, meat is superb. Some of the other restaurants that I've visited in the area did not include all the delicious ingredients that I would expect in a pho and sandwich pho reel made a pho that was hearty and delicious. Here's what I got: - Moist Brisket + Rare Brisket Pho (Large, $13.50): you can choose up to four meats, I only chose two. It was delicious. - Pork Banh Mi ($6.50): Smoky flavor in the pork was awesome. And they didn't douse the meat and veggies in hoisin sauce, and the veggies were crisp. The baguette was tasty too... Next time, I would get the Vietnamese Coffee. They use a chicory-blend coffee -- not for everybody (some people don't like the added bitterness) but I love it. Give this place a shot!!! read more

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BEST PHO IVE EVER HAD! This place has the friendliest customer service! I could tell it was family owned, there is a warm welcoming feeling you receive as soon as you step into the facility. The food came out as fresh as they could make it! The fried egg rolls were my favorite!!! And the tofu wasssss *chefs kiss* 1000/10 read more

Sandwich Pho Real was very welcoming from the moment I walked in, and the food was delicious. My only downside was the price, it was a bit on the pricey side. That said, the to go packaging was great and well done, which I appreciated. The chicken and beef pho are definitely worth trying and were full of flavor. Overall a solid spot if you do not mind paying a little extra for quality food. read more

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Sandwich pho real is such a hidden GEM. Their pho is absolutely delicious and very reasonably priced. We also tried the egg rolls - DELICIOUS. Service was great and friendly. Ample seating inside. We absolutely loved it and will be back. read more

Sandwich Pho Reel - Chicken pho with bean sprouts - Noodles Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This place was absolutely the best. I was craving a shredded chicken banh mi and set out on a quest to find one. I found this place, and while they didn't have shredded chicken, the grilled chicken breast was okay with me. IT WAS DELICIOUS! I regret not getting the pho ga, I'll definitely have to get that next time. The people that worked there were so nice and warm. The lady that took my order kept calling me by first name. Even when she brought the food out, she gave me the food and called my name. The restaurant was vibey. They had cute aesthetics and it was in a nice sized building. The decor was made to feel like you were in a jungle, it was great! I'll definitely be back!!!!!! read more

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Seeking my weekly banh mi, I found this spot through Yelp. Is it fancy? Moreso casual. Is it good? Yes! But even if it wasn't, (which it is), I'd return for the service any day! Tastefully renovated with wood panels, warm bright lighting fixtures, and a bit of greenery, it's not the fanciest, but it is homey and warm. The Vietnamese coffee was strong and they don't skip on the tender meat in their banh mis. I left full! Co-owner Tina visiting each guest, ensuring everyone felt at home was the cherry on top of a refreshing experience. I'm certainly adding this spot to my rotation! read more

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Nut allergy warning: Some of the dry dishes have nuts, as well as the spring roll sauce. Parking: Pretty difficult at first glance. Some spots up front, some on the side. But there is a gravel lot in the back that has plenty of space. Look on the shelf, see the Cafe du Monde coffee box. Nuoc mam on every table. Hell yeah, I'm home. Time-to-Food: ~7 minutes Plenty of space inside and we self-seated for a party of 3 with no issues on a Friday afternoon. I ordered the "dirty matcha latte", which was a matcha latte with coffee milk infused. I asked to customize the sweetness and go with as light as they could, but I have no idea if they did anything different. It was a little sweet for me, but I still really enjoyed it (normally I really don't like sweet drinks). (5/5) I sampled my table's salted lemonade and it was also delicious and not too sweet either (5/5). They brought out standard accompaniments for pho and bun bo hue separately, which we appreciated (bun bo hue got cabbage for example; and I think the pho came with culantro which is pretty rare!). The pho was definitely one of the best I've had in the area (5/5). I could've appreciated a little more protein, but I thought the portions were extremely reasonable for the price. The broth was rich and flavorful. Would compete with any of the shops on Bellaire easily. The bun bo hue was a bit weaker. While it came with sate on the side to customize spice levels, it felt a little watery and there wasn't the complexity of flavor that I'm used to with a long infusion of lemongrass and spice. I think it's a very accessible bun bo hue for people that are new to the dish, so I appreciate their balance here. The noodles were perfectly cooked. (4/5) The owner, Tina, came by and said hello - delighted to see her being active and involved! Overall, totally deserves a visit and I'm delighted to see a great Vietnamese spot in this area. read more

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The pho was wonderful, but we can't say the same about the service. We walked in and at first we weren't sure if we were supposed to order at the counter or take a seat and order at the table. The waiter then came and took our order and didn't ask us if we wanted anything to drink. We had to then ask for a drink. No one came around to ask us if we wanted more water after our empty cups had sat on the table for a bit. We then flagged down the waiter and asked for a refill of water. He forgot. We then flagged down another waiter and he got us more water but he acted as though he was too much in a hurry to give us much eye contact when we asked. Service needs an improvement. read more

My experience at this location was very good. The service was good, the food was great & the ambiance felt very laid back. The restaurant is also spacious as well. I decided to order a few things to try & overall I was satisfied. For starters I got their wings (house sauce), egg-rolls and I ordered the pho as my entree. My friend had their chicken banh mi. * egg-rolls- very mediocre in my opinion. Didn't really taste fresh. Like store bought frozen egg rolls then refried. The fish sauce was delicious though. 2.5/5 * house wings- delicious across the board. I can tell that they seasoned the heck of out their wings, like no flavors were left behind. The batter was crispy and had a sweetness to it, like fish sauce. I can't stand when restaurants rely on just batter for flavor & this location showed how to make some good chicken wings. Fries were simple but came out piping hot. 5/5 * Pho with (moist brisket, meatball and rare ribeye steak)- the broth had a lot of depth to it, savory and good umami flavor. Didn't need any Sriracha or hoisin sauce for flavor. All the meats were tendered. 4.5/5 * chicken banh mi- nicely grilled, but seasoned wise it needed more flavor. The chicken was tendered and the bread was toasted nicely. 3.5/5 * Lemonade- I can tell that they made it fresh in house. It was sweet & a little sour. Such a refreshing drink. 4.5/5 While I appreciate the food coming out in a timely manner. I didn't like the fact that I received my entree first. Yes, I know that Pho is easily prepared because the broth is already simmered in the pot for hours. But you could've brought out the appetizers first and then the Pho. Pretty much the appetizers came out 30 seconds after the entree which I was a bit overwhelmed. I also had to ask twice for a to go box. But it's alright I was still happy with my experience. Will I come back? Honestly I wish this location was in Chinatown since I live there, this would've easily been my go to spot. But I'll still dine in every now and then since it's out of my way. Overall good job Sandwich pho reel. read more

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Love it! Mouth-watering sandwiches and awesome atmosphere . For sure I'm coming back!!!!!

Loved that a new viet restaurant opened in our neighborhood! When I heard it opened, I couldn't help but rush over to try. We've been here twice and tried a few different things. I always get the Bun bo hue here as it itches my craving without having to go further into Chinatown. It's not my favorite in Houston, but it does the job and will probably be my go to dish. The spring rolls appetizer had the steamed park (cha lua) twist to it and that was a nice add. Can't go wrong with this. The banh mi (sandwich) was pretty good as well with butter + pate. I believe they also add fried garlic/onion(?) which adds a nice aromatic crunch. The only disappointing item was the pho. The broth was very lackluster in terms of flavor both visits we've been to. We keep hoping it's an off day. Service was very nice as the owners greeted themselves. Overall, solid viet spot that I will be frequenting in the future. read more

best tofu banh mi i've had! they sauce it up, which i've never experienced before so it had a really good flavor unique to any tofu banh mi i've ever had. the service was good, the interior is cute. very large space and the cashier was very welcoming as well. i tried the salted foam vietnamese coffee, delicious. you hardly ever see vietnamese coffee served with foam, and it was very thick and creamy that it complimented the strong coffee. curious to try their vermicelli bowls next! read more

Sandwich Pho Reel - tofu banh mi - Noodles Near Me - Houston, Texas

I think I may have found a new favorite Pho restaurant in Spring Branch. Broth is everything for Pho and this place does it right. It's a clear, clean broth with a rich flavor. There's a good amount of fat that you can see on top which makes for an excellent mouth feel and taste when you sip on the broth. Generous amount of beef... my favorite cut was probably the moist brisket. I like that we can choose up to 4 cuts of beef with a large bowl. The noodles are cooked well... not too hard or mushy. Their spicy chili oil that they gave me made for an amazing dipping sauce! I also ordered a grilled pork banh mi for take-out and I thought that was delicious as well. The pork was flavorful, plenty of vegetables, and the bread was good quality. My only critique is that I'd like to see reusable cups for water instead of giving out water bottles for sustainability purposes! read more

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the cheesesteak bahn mi is a certified sammich in my book. the pho was delicious as well but the bahn mi is the star of this movie. i see why this is a foodie hidden gem of houston. i will definitely be back for everything i ordered. service was great snd food didnt take long at all. the place attracted every all types of people who enjoy food. read more

Sandwich Pho Reel - cheesesteak bahn mi, brisket and rib eye pho everything was 10/10. not pictured were my fried spring rolls. my sister ate those - Noodles Near Me - Houston, Texas

Fresh flavors in a casual setting!!!! Sandwich Pho Reel is a solid spot for a quick, satisfying meal. The pho and sandwiches I tried were flavorful and made with fresh ingredients, and the portions were generous. Some dishes stood out more than others, but overall the quality was good. The café has a casual, relaxed vibe, and the staff was friendly and helpful. Service was generally smooth, though it slowed a bit during busy periods. Overall, Sandwich Pho Reel is a dependable choice for tasty, quick meals. With a bit more consistency in flavor and service, it could easily earn a full five stars. read more

What can I say great food, good ambience and every time I've been there the owner has walked around all the tables to say hello to everybody and make sure everything was good, be sure and try their spicy chili oil if you like heat, but they even put extra extra hot on the jar and it is extra extra hot but the herbs that they infuse with it make it taste so amazing that you just have to have more read more

Great service!!! Shout out to Tina. Super nice and prompt waitstaff. I dunno what people are saying about service because it was en pointe. Plus let's be real if you are judging a restaurant in whether you get water that's crazy. BTW we got our waters immediately. Tried the Pork banh mi and it was delicious : bread crispy and meat was warm and tender with good veg crunch and just the right amount of aioli. Tried their small pho 3 meats and I chose rare round, lean brisket and the one with a fat strip. The veg was clean and fresh which I am picky so super points. Broth clear and flavourful. We will be back and I plan to do the vermicelli bowl next time.. read more

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Best pho in Spring branch, by far. The pho broth is flavorful and reminds me of the old Pho Vang. The spring rolls are made fresh on the spot, and were loaded up with fresh vegetables. You gotta try the pickled lemonade, it's awesome! So many good things to say about this spot! It is legit! read more

The best Pho in Spring Branch! All of the food at Sandwich Pho Reel is amazing! Friendly staff and great service. 10/10

We absolutely love this place and are grateful that it opened up so close to our house! We try to get something new each go around, but I'll give you our top recs: The pho broth is incredible. It will heal your soul, cure illness and fix any hangover. We're also huge fans of the cheesesteak banh mi + fried egg. The bread has the right amount of crunch to it, and the sandwich itself is well-balanced. The cheese is thoroughly mixed in with the meat, so every bite is consistent. For apps, the egg rolls are crispy and delicious with the house made sweet and sour sauce. We love the shrimp spring rolls -- super fresh. They come with this peanut sauce that has a tiny bit of this jelly in it that rocks. I also highly recommend the Thai drinks. The service is great. Food comes out fresh and at a reasonable time. Everyone is always so friendly and accommodating. Great prices too. read more

The food is wonderful and the customer Service is great. I have been about 4 times in the past month and each time every dish I tried was wonderful. read more

Such a cute little place with affordable tasty food and drink. Had some spring rolls, chicken bahn mi, dirty matcha & green Thai tea. All so good! Service was super friendly too. Definitely would come back! read more

Sandwich Pho Reel - Dirty matcha - Noodles Near Me - Houston, Texas

Pho broth and Vietnamese coffee was so good! The people who work there are very kind and so genuinely excited for me to try their coffee. read more

Sandwich Pho Reel - Noodles Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Ok, this is now my favorite spot for pho in the city and I've been around. I saw a post on Instagram and immediately went the following day! The broth is wonderful, savory and just slightly sweet. Great service...good people! Sorry, no pics as I instantly devoured all of it on the spot! read more

This place is a cool little neighborhood gem. Walking in is the equivalent of visiting family for me. The owners Tina and Tony are great people, and they care about their business. I also appreciate their humble visibility. My daughter wanted Pho for her 9th birthday, and they happily obliged her. The whole damn kitchen even came out to sing happy birthday to her. With all that being said the food is bomb too. I'm a regular here, and I've had their whole menu. Everything is always good and hot. I've been here many times, and it's consistently good.They also have a in-house spicy chili oil situation. It's the best, and it speaks to my soul. I really want them to sell it, because I'd put that ish on everything if I could. To sum up this review this is the place to eat if you're looking for good food, and even better people. Lastly, I think it's good value. I leave full every time I come. read more

Decided to try this spot nearby and so glad I did!! The bahn mi was delicious, flavorful and big too. The Vietnamese coffee was great - smooth and not too sweet which I liked. Had the pleasure of meeting the owner who is very sweet. I will definitely be coming back and trying all the items on the menu for sure! read more

First time here with my husband and Sandwich Pho Real absolutely delivered! Portions are generous, and everything we ordered hit the spot. We tried the pho, bún bò Huế, and the house special chicken wings and we genuinely loved every bite. The pho broth was rich and comforting, it was a pleasant surprised to find ribeye instead of the typical eye round. Total upgrade. As someone very picky about bún bò Huế, I have to say this one knocked Đức Chương's version on its toosh...bold, balanced, and full of depth. The house wings were packed with flavor! Sweet, savory, and perfectly crispy. Also, don't skip the Vietnamese coffee. Strong, smooth, and just the right amount of sweetness. An absolute must for crack coffee (cafe sửa da) lovers! Definitely adding this place to the regular rotation! read more

Real great food. The Pho broth was amazing. Their egg rolls were also really good. You will not go wrong with this restaurant.

This place is amazing! At first glance it looks plain, but the owner is a gem, the food is incredible. We got 2 chicken pho which were so good and the chicken was so tender. The Bahn mi bread was perfect. The owner even brought us samples of pho as my husband got a Bun and i had the sandwich. The Vietnamese coffee with sea salt cream was just the perfect balance. We will definitely be back! read more

I love this place bc the Owner is nice and friendly . The food is so good and fresh and also the drink is good too

Me and My sister love coming here for our pho dates! Customer service is amazing, the food is amazing with their flavorful broth and great meat choices. If you're in the spring branch/ memorial area. Consider this as your first choice, you won't regret it. read more

So since my regular spot is closed I decided to check out the new neighborhood Pho spot. At first I was a little taken aback by the overwhelming star anise flavored broth but after doctoring it up some it was perfect. I had the moist brisket pho and it hit the spot, service was good, and the restaurant was pretty chill. This was the second time back in a week. Great stuff read more

Great service, fresh food and friendly ambiance. I'll definitely be back. I ordered the ribeye ban mhi, ribeye roll & Vietnamese coffee.

Chicken sandwich is delish! My go to for Vietnamese sandwiches Cute and simple decor, compared to the previous restaurant that was here read more

This place is worth the drive. 30 min out & stumbled upon a gem. The place is welcoming, the food is beyond good. The bread alone for my bahn mi was soft yet toasty. THE BROTH , sooooo clean yet fatty delicious. I'll be back for sure. ITS GOOD REALLY GOOD. read more

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