Mai's Restaurant
(713) 520-7684
3403 Milam St
Houston,
TX
77002
29.7413
-95.3797
Neighborhoods: South Central, Midtown
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In Short
Current owner Mai Thi Nguyen's parents opened Houston's first Vietnamese restaurant in 1975. Today, the restaurant attracts a rabidly loyal following of students, artists, Vietnamese families and med-center folks. Spring rolls are overstuffed with vermicelli noodles, shrimp, pork and sprouts and are almost a meal in themselves. Basic bun dishes come alive with crisp cucumbers, lettuce, carrots and a simple, savory fish sauce. Try the Vietnamese ice coffee--it's a sweet drink best saved for dessert.
User Reviews
marymoore2
February 23, 2009
I with a group of six during a busy time for Mai's and an Asian group came in was immediately sat over us the when a table became available. This was the last and final straw for me. I will never go back to these people. I ordered bean curd with chili and lemon grass a time before that was so salty it was inedible. When I tried to get a remake, the waiter kept arguing with us that it was good and we can not have a remake. I get this dish alot so I know what I'm talking about. Finally, out of frustration I just wanted my money back which they were at first refusing to do. At this point, I'm beginning to get angry and the owner lady threw the money at me and told me to get out. I didn't go back until years later thinking I'll give it another shot and then they're still treating their customers like garbage. Also, I got sick from the pho I had that very night sat Asians over those silly white kids that wanted some late night eats. I have never felt so much disdain over a place as I do this one. Do not eat here because there are many better choices very close by. Les Giverales, Van Loc, Pho Nga...please give these people your business and not some greedy woman who tries to nickel and dime you and her staff.
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jpmiller02
November 29, 2008
It's been awhile since I've been back at Mai's and it will certainly be my last. The highlight of the meal was the wonton soup, which was excellent as always. Unfortunately, the service and food quality have gone downhill. The food was either too spicy or too bland and I became very ill after dining here. I think we saw our waiter no more than three or four times. He never offered refills on water or said anything about having to wait an additional 15 minutes for one of our diner's meals after everyone else's food arrived.
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DollMouth
October 09, 2008
I used to go to Mai's once a week and order and share a plate of SALT TOASTED TOFU with a friend. Mmmm... delicious! I've in recent couple of years just ordered to-go... they have QUICK service, yummy food and big portions, yum!
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Know Before You Go:
The downside is the dingy decor. You may enjoy the food better if you order it to go.
The Extras:
Pick up spring rolls and noodle dishes at a moment's notice for perfect party food.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
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Smoking Permitted:
Yes
