Banh Mi ETC — Restaurant in Texas

New review: 6 years ago I came here. Finally walked back in this shop even though I live nearby. Hours and days have changed. New owners perhaps but the owner was very welcoming and attentive. Still one of the only spots Northside that has cold cuts banh mi. Drinks are spot on too. Chill spot.

Old review: Place just recently opened and needs slight improvements. Banh mi isn't​ warm or crispy on the outside (bad); but its inside is soft (good). Decor is clean, modern and hippy. Menu isn't fully established (1/4 of what's provided) until the end of April, presumably. Sweet green tea is awesome though.. I think they use Jasmine. Snooping their kitchen staff behind the barn door looks full fledged but seems like their operation isn't efficient because it took some time to get our order. This takes time to perfect, so I'll give it a go a few more times and change my review accordingly.

Edit: They fixed their baguette....

Banh Mi ETC is a solid go-to for Vietnamese comfort food in Houston, especially if you're looking for something quick, flavorful, and reasonably priced during the workday. There's plenty of free parking in the shared lot, which makes stopping by super convenient.

Inside, the space is clean with ample seating, making it easy to dine in without feeling cramped. My usual order is the Grilled Chicken Rice Plate--tender, well-seasoned chicken served with pickled carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, green onions, and a perfectly runny egg. Add a splash of the fish sauce on top, and you've got a satisfying, well-balanced meal for just $12.65.

They've got a wide menu with everything from banh mi sandwiches and vermicelli bowls to bubble tea, so there's something for everyone. Service is generally fast and efficient, making it a great lunch option if you're in the area. Would definitely recommend for a...

Edit: had to completely change the review and will not be going back to this place! First off the wait during lunch is ridiculous, the little girl running the checkout and running order is flustered, has some kind of hearing issue and can hardly run lunch service lastly and the worst part is I clearly saw them give my order to a customer. He came back to return it cause it wasn't his and all they did was wrap it, bag it and give it to me. Disgusting, he probably picked through it to see if it was his. I threw it away. Will not be coming back. Edit #2) idk why I keep giving these guys a chance. Everytime I come to pickup my order it's never ready when they say it is. They have staffing issues and the kids they have working for them are pretty dumb. My rice plate had the container for fish sauce, but no fish sauce in it. The pickled vegetable was all lettuce. No cucumber... never...