1. Service - you only deal with the cashier. They seem nice and kind. 2. Price - to be honest, they are missing a star because of the prices. It's $7-$8 for a sandwich here. $16 easily for two sandwiches without a drink and before tax. I get a bigger bang for the buck at Subway's or at Lee's sandwich. For $16, I can get 3 sandwiches in Bellaire Blvd. But I get it, this is not Bellaire, and real estate is probably more than in Chinatown. 3. Ambiance - cute and small. They have an open kitchen concept. Dress code here is casual. Order and pay at the front before sitting down. 4. Food - I ordered their LEMONGRASS PORK and SPECIAL COMBO Banh Mi sandwiches. The Lemongrass Pork sandwich was really flavorful and good, but the Special Combo sandwich was ok. Not as good as their Chinatown counterparts. Not only is this place more expensive, but the sandwiches are tiny. 5. Cleanliness - no complaints here. The place seems nice and clean. SUMMARY: I haven't tried all the food items here. For what it's worth, it's great to have a Vietnamese sandwich shop in the Energy Corridor area. But it is more expensive compared to other Banh Mi shops in Houston. The price tag would be a reason I may reconsider in going. However, the food is not bad and I would come back if I have a craving and not willing to travel to Chinatown for them.
Guillaume Tamboise
Good food, reasonably priced, with helpful and patient staff - checks all the boxes for a quick dinner in my case (Box with a base of Noodles, Bulgogi Ribeye Beef with avocado as add-on)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stella R.
Bao Bao? More like Bao Wow!!! Best banh mi I've ever had. DONT SLEEP ON THE SPRING ROLLS ! Shrimp.. AND PORK?!? Wrapped in such delicious rice paper. That peanut sauce though. Oh.. and don't get me started on the pork fried egg rolls. Holla at ya mama! Quick service. Cute place. 5 stars!!!!
Joshua Cerda
This place was really goodgreat sandwiches and my wifed love the tofu plate
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcus J.
Very tasty food and drinks. Fast service as well. The ambiance was very mom and pop like, would recommend to anyone looking for a quick and hearty bite.
Luke M.
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Armand V.
Bao Bao Banh Mi, why are you so good? I don't know sir, my name is just cool. Drove right past you and I fell in love, decided to go inside to find out all the buzz. In a neat locale that would make anyone smile, the staff greeted me and told me to stay a while. Looked at the menu, and the prices were so fair. Banh Mis, Baos, sliders, teas, and drinks galore. It was a Saturday and people were sitting inside, I tried a Banh Mi, Chicken Katsu Slider (on a Hawaiian Bun), a Lemon Grass Pork Banh Mi, a Grass Jelly drink, and a Vietnamese Iced Coffee. It was all delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly and provided superb service. The restaurant was clean and had good seating, and there was free water as well. Loved it, I would definitely come back and pay a visit. Check it out!
Rebecca Caldwell
One of the best banh mi I've had in a while.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Pork
Joy Gomez
Food is amazing! The spicy pork Bao are so delicious and staff is so kind.
Best lemon pepper wings I've ever had. The banh mi was great, and the softshell crab. I've been in the area for 6 months and i go to Finn's, but I don't know why nobody told me about this place
Recommended dishes: Bulgogi Fries, Spring Rolls, Spicy Pork, Lemongrass Pork
Yolanda
I was a regular at this restaurant until I witnessed both cooks eating food and pushing it in their mouth with gloves on while preparing the food in the back (most food there is buns and burritos which means they are touching the ingredients. They were also touching their personal iPad devices. When confronted with what I witnessed I received no apology. I requested a refund and will never return. I will also notify the Health dept. It was disappointing cause I liked it here but I only go to places that are sanitary.
Nicole L.
Super love this place and can't wait to go back! From the amazing service to the delicious food. We started with the pork fried egg roll.. well, we tried, lol. It was very hot and was still hot at the end of our meal when we finally ate them. Very filling bao with delicious flavors. We tried a few and I'm telling you, no matter how you decide, you can't go wrong. The strawberry lemonade with popping boba was very refreshing as well!
Krista H.
Small counter service family restaurant. Looks like mostly take out orders. A handful of tables. Clean interior. I got 2 Baos this time. Loved the pork. Wouldn't repeat the chicken, but I think it's just not for me. My friend got a noodle box & was quite happy
Ricardo Cas Loredo
Great food.. love the burritos ? . We eat here often... that baorito was massive.
1. Service - you only deal with the cashier. They seem nice and kind. 2. Price - to be honest, they are missing a star because of the prices. It's $7-$8 for a sandwich here. $16 easily for two sandwiches without a drink and before tax. I get a bigger bang for the buck at Subway's or at Lee's sandwich. For $16, I can get 3 sandwiches in Bellaire Blvd. But I get it, this is not Bellaire, and real estate is probably more than in Chinatown. 3. Ambiance - cute and small. They have an open kitchen concept. Dress code here is casual. Order and pay at the front before sitting down. 4. Food - I ordered their LEMONGRASS PORK and SPECIAL COMBO Banh Mi sandwiches. The Lemongrass Pork sandwich was really flavorful and good, but the Special Combo sandwich was ok. Not as good as their Chinatown counterparts. Not only is this place more expensive, but the sandwiches are tiny. 5. Cleanliness - no complaints here. The place seems nice and clean. SUMMARY: I haven't tried all the food items here. For what it's worth, it's great to have a Vietnamese sandwich shop in the Energy Corridor area. But it is more expensive compared to other Banh Mi shops in Houston. The price tag would be a reason I may reconsider in going. However, the food is not bad and I would come back if I have a craving and not willing to travel to Chinatown for them.
Good food, reasonably priced, with helpful and patient staff - checks all the boxes for a quick dinner in my case (Box with a base of Noodles, Bulgogi Ribeye Beef with avocado as add-on)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bao Bao? More like Bao Wow!!! Best banh mi I've ever had. DONT SLEEP ON THE SPRING ROLLS ! Shrimp.. AND PORK?!? Wrapped in such delicious rice paper. That peanut sauce though. Oh.. and don't get me started on the pork fried egg rolls. Holla at ya mama! Quick service. Cute place. 5 stars!!!!
This place was really goodgreat sandwiches and my wifed love the tofu plate
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very tasty food and drinks. Fast service as well. The ambiance was very mom and pop like, would recommend to anyone looking for a quick and hearty bite.
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Bao Bao Banh Mi, why are you so good? I don't know sir, my name is just cool. Drove right past you and I fell in love, decided to go inside to find out all the buzz. In a neat locale that would make anyone smile, the staff greeted me and told me to stay a while. Looked at the menu, and the prices were so fair. Banh Mis, Baos, sliders, teas, and drinks galore. It was a Saturday and people were sitting inside, I tried a Banh Mi, Chicken Katsu Slider (on a Hawaiian Bun), a Lemon Grass Pork Banh Mi, a Grass Jelly drink, and a Vietnamese Iced Coffee. It was all delicious. The staff was incredibly friendly and provided superb service. The restaurant was clean and had good seating, and there was free water as well. Loved it, I would definitely come back and pay a visit. Check it out!
One of the best banh mi I've had in a while.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Pork
Food is amazing! The spicy pork Bao are so delicious and staff is so kind.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bulgogi Fries, Spring Rolls, Spicy Pork, Spicy Pork Banh MI, Spicy Pork Bao, Bulgogi
Best lemon pepper wings I've ever had. The banh mi was great, and the softshell crab. I've been in the area for 6 months and i go to Finn's, but I don't know why nobody told me about this place
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food, excellent service!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bulgogi Fries, Spring Rolls, Spicy Pork, Lemongrass Pork
I was a regular at this restaurant until I witnessed both cooks eating food and pushing it in their mouth with gloves on while preparing the food in the back (most food there is buns and burritos which means they are touching the ingredients. They were also touching their personal iPad devices. When confronted with what I witnessed I received no apology. I requested a refund and will never return. I will also notify the Health dept. It was disappointing cause I liked it here but I only go to places that are sanitary.
Super love this place and can't wait to go back! From the amazing service to the delicious food. We started with the pork fried egg roll.. well, we tried, lol. It was very hot and was still hot at the end of our meal when we finally ate them. Very filling bao with delicious flavors. We tried a few and I'm telling you, no matter how you decide, you can't go wrong. The strawberry lemonade with popping boba was very refreshing as well!
Small counter service family restaurant. Looks like mostly take out orders. A handful of tables. Clean interior. I got 2 Baos this time. Loved the pork. Wouldn't repeat the chicken, but I think it's just not for me. My friend got a noodle box & was quite happy
Great food.. love the burritos ? . We eat here often... that baorito was massive.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5