7 Best Places to Have Vietnamese Food in Houston

Houston has some fantastic choices when it comes to dining out. There is a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, bars, and takeaways, and the choice can be overwhelming.

If you’re looking for Vietnamese food, we have you covered. We have done the research so you can find what we think are the 7 best places to have Vietnamese food in Houston.

Houston has some fantastic choices when it comes to dining out. There is a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, bars, and takeaways, and the choice can be overwhelming.

If you’re looking for Vietnamese food, we have you covered. We have done the research so you can find what we think are the 7 best places to have Vietnamese food in Houston.

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Best Places to Have Vietnamese Food in Houston

So, if you are looking for places to suit dietary requirements, such as vegetarian, vegan, or gluten intolerant, or even which ones serve the most desserts. We have it covered.

In this guide, we have found a great variety of restaurants when it comes to budget, covering all areas from low cost to high end.

So with that, let us look at what we thought to be the best places to have Vietnamese food in Houston.

1. Le Colonial

Address:	4444 Westheimer Rd Suite, G-140, Houston
Website:	https://www.lecolonialhouston.com/
Food:	Fine Dining, Seafood, Vegetarian, Vegan
Our Recommendation:	Bo Luc Lac "The Shaking Beef"

Le Colonial is one of our higher-end choices when it comes to our choices of Vietnamese restaurants in Houston. But, we think it is well worth the money.

They have a tremendous variety of dishes available, so there is something for everyone in your party.

The dish that stood out to us was the “Bo Luc Lac” or “Shaking Beef,” which consists of a beautiful caramelized Filet Mignon, served with sustainable green vegetables, watercress, and a lime pepper vinaigrette.

There are also plenty of seafood choices available, such as the Cari Tom, a Green Shrimp Curry, Ca Song, a Spicy Yellow-fin Tuna Tartare, and the Mux Xao Thom a Spicy Calamari Stir-Fry.

Regarding those looking for vegan and vegetarian options, you’ll be pleased to know that there is quite a lot to choose from. You have the Beef Salad, the Tau Hu Kho, a Braised Tofu dish, and the Ca Tim Nuong, a Charred Japanese Eggplant with an exciting mixture of accompaniments.

With regards to price, this restaurant is at the higher end of the scale. Still, it’s not going to set you back as much as you’d imagine, as there is plenty of choices that will appeal to people on a lower budget. Main courses range from $12-$48, and you can pick up an excellent salad dish for as little as $10.

There is a mixture of drinks available, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic, and a wine list.

Should you require a venue for a private dinner party, La Colonial offers a spacious room for this too, where tasting menus and wine pairings are available.

2. Jenni’s Noodle House

Address:	3111 Shepherd Dr. Houston, TX 77098, 713-523-7600 or Heights, 602 East, 20th St. Houston, TX 77008. 713-862-334
Website:	http://www.noodlesrule.com/
Food:	Salads, Noodles, Rice, Soup, Vermicelli
Our Recommendation:	"Shrimply Curry"

With two locations in Houston, Jenni’s Noodle House offers up a low-priced simplistic menu with a twist. The dishes are all named comically, making reading the menu fun from the get-go.

There is a wide variety of options regarding dietary requirements, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free all available on request.

There are many lower fat, healthier options here, like salads, broths, rice noodles, and many dishes that include a large variety of fresh vegetables, making it a good choice for those people looking for a lighter lunch or a low-fat takeaway.

The cost of the food here is relatively low, so it would be a great place to try if you’re watching your budget or want a casual lunch.

There is an excellent choice of drinks here, such as Flavoured Boba Tea, with the option of adding extra popping balls for a small added cost. Vietnamese or Thai iced coffee, they also offer a small dessert menu including vegan cookies.

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3. Huynh Restaurant

Address:	912 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003
Website:	http://huynhrestauranthouston.com/
Food:	Pork Chops, Duck, Beef Ribs, Rice Plates, Noodles, Vegetarian
Our Recommendation:	Pho- Beef Noodle Soup

Huynh is a traditional, family-run Vietnamese restaurant, which has been serving in Houston since 2012. Aside from their modern interior design, They serve up authentic, home-cooked food for a reasonable price.

The possibilities are endless when it comes to choice, as you can select a combination of options to go with your stir fry. You can choose large family portions for sharing, and there is an excellent choice of meats to go with the Pho, a Beef Noodle Soup, which I would highly recommend.

Regarding the vegans and vegetarians, you will find a great choice of dishes to suit you.

Jenni’s Noodle House would also be ideal for those looking to try something a little more experimental, so if you’re a bit of a foodie and want to get a taste of the traditional kinds of Vietnamese food, this would be a great place to try. It offers up things like soft tendons, beef tripe, and fatty brisket.

The average price for the main course here will cost you around $15. But the portion sizes are suitable, the options are endless, and you’re guaranteed to have an authentic dining experience.

4. Roostar Vietnamese Grill

Address:	1411 Gessner Rd Ste I, Houston, TX 77080-7582
Website:	https://www.myroostar.com/
Food:	Grilled meats, wings, noodles
Our Recommendation:	Banh Mi

Roostar is a great place to visit for all kinds of diners. It is a sustainable restaurant that prides itself on quality; it aims to use the best fresh ingredients available and make everything in-house. They also use zero trans fats oil in their cooking, making them an attractive venue for those people who are more health-conscious.

Roostar is a good choice because one of their menu options is a “build-your-own-box,” meaning that you can choose from a good selection of meat or vegetarian options. Such as chopped ribeye beef or crispy tofu, and then pair them with noodles, stir fry, rice, or peanut salad, finished with a choice of dressing such as their jalapeno and cilantro ranch dressing.

They have a good variety of vegan and vegetarian options and a great selection of soups and side dishes if you want a light bite.

They are very reasonably priced, with some main courses starting from as little as $6.89.

They also have a tea and coffee menu but don’t have a menu for alcoholic beverages.

5. Charcoal Flames

Address:	6565 Fondran Road, Houston, TX77036
Website:	https://charcoalflames.com/
Food:	Rice boxes, Banh Mi
Our Recommendation:	Banh Mi

Charcoal flames is a casual dining restaurant offering up low-cost meals which are ideal for lunch. They are open until 7 pm, making this more suited to people wanting a lunch with friends or wanting somewhere convenient to grab a bite after work.

On the menu, they have rice or noodle boxes, where you can choose from beef, chicken, or pork. These come with a choice of steamed or fried rice or vermicelli noodles, salad, and a side of sauce. They also have their Banh Mi, which is a Vietnamese sandwich. These can be made up of meatballs, pork, chicken, and beef.

The price range is relatively low, with the sandwiches being only $4.25.

There are no vegetarian or vegan options on their menu, so if that is what you are looking for, Charcoal Flames is not the place for you.

6. Chai Asian Fusion

Address:	5869 Fairmont Pkwy, Pasadena, TX 77505
Website:	https://www.chaiasianfusion.com/
Food:	Bhan Mi, Spring Rolls, Pho, Tom Yum
Our Recommendation:	Seaside Pho

Chai Asian Fusion restaurant is a less traditional Vietnamese. Here, they combine Vietnamese-style food with Texan flavors and ingredients, making it stand out in the crowd.

One of the dishes that stood out was the Seaside Pho, which consists of noodles, in a flavorsome broth, with sausage, crabstick meat, and shrimp. You are pretty spoiled for choice with the Pho dishes available, as there are many to choose from, including premium beef rib and the Chai’s Original, which contains filet mignon, beef tendon, meatballs, and brisket.

They have a good selection of sandwiches and an impressive selection of sauces to choose from to accompany your Chai meal. A whopping Nineteen in total, to be exact.

There are a couple of vegetarian options available, but the majority of the broths contain meat or fish, so the choice isn’t great, but there is something for those wanting a veggie meal.

They have an excellent choice of unique desserts to choose from and a lot of drinks, such as iced coffees, fruit smoothies, cans, and teas. They do not serve alcohol.

7. The Blind Goat

Address:	Inside Bravery Chef Hall, 409 Travis Street, Houston, 77002
Website:	https://www.theblindgoat.com/
Food:	Bibimbap, Vermicelli, Lettuce Wraps, Spring Rolls
Our Recommendation:	Beef Bulgogi Bibimbap

The Blind Goat is an atmospheric, vibrant restaurant. The executive Chef was a winner on the TV show “MasterChef” and co-hosted on “Four Seasons.” These claims to fame make The Blind Goat a popular go-to restaurant, with customers coming from far and wide to get a taste of the famous chefs’ recipes.

With its fresh pickled salads, cilantro aioli, and kimchi, everything on this menu screams bold flavors; the chefs’ knowledge and experience in Vietnamese food genuinely shine through when reading through her dishes.

The famous apple pie on her menu, which Chef Gordon Ramsay once praised, is exceptional. With its unconventional ingredients, such as fish sauce, caramel, and lemongrass, it is a must-try.

Another popular dish was the Beef Bibimbap Bulgogi, ribeye beef, pickled vegetables, fried egg, toasted sesame, jasmine rice, and kimchi.

Considering its fame and TV personality Chef, the prices are very reasonable, the main course here will cost you somewhere in the range of $8-$15, with the chefs’ special steak dinner costing $25. They have different menus for lunchtime, evenings, and weekends.

The Blind Goat also offers a membership, which includes monthly cook-at-home meal kits or ready-to-eat takeaway meals.

Their branded merchandise is also available to buy at the restaurant, such as A Blind Goat hat or t-shirt or a signed cookbook from the Chef.

Overall this restaurant is a great experience and a must-visit when in Houston.

Summary

With so many great restaurants to choose from, whether visiting Houston on a trip or you’re a local looking to try something different or discover somewhere you never knew about, we hope that we have helped narrow down your choices and given you an excellent selection to pick from.

If you’re after something else to eat, why not look at our other guides, such as the best Indian restaurants in Houston or the best places to eat pizza in Houston.