Kau Ba - Vietnamese restaurant in Houston - 2502 Dunlavy St Suite B, USA

This place is horrendous. The manager Kat, as well as the owners are not only liars, but lack a deep sense of responsibility and empathy. I unfortunately dined at this restaurant last night and have been THROWING UP profusely since then. They have refused to do anything to help or even offer assistance or an apology. Kat said they have the owners on video eating from the same food I ate & never got sick. Which I don’t believe at all. I called back asking for a copy of video to be sent to my email, since Kat was so adamant about this video. But of course, no answer however I left a voicemail. I’m still so in shock how rude the manager was. I would never recommend this place at all. The food was not fresh, and rather than taking accountability or fixing the issue Kat become defensive and lied. I should’ve known better from the foul odour that seeped from the food. However I was optimistic and now deeply regretting dining at this place.

Truffle Wagyu Banh Cuon 5/5 I would come back for this ;) Vietnamese Pizza 3/5 Crispy with good portion of shrimps but too oily!! :( Tamarind Shrimp 3/5 Nothing special about it and the corn tasted cheap like they are from the canned Egg roll 4/5 not bad but too little!! Smoked Chicken Bo Bun 3/5 Too little meat and there are better places for this The service was okay there was no fixed waiter for the table so it can get a little confusing. I appreciate that there is a dedicated parking area for this restaurant.

I visited Kau Ba with some friends in HT, and I must say it was a delightful experience from start to finish. The atmosphere in Kau Ba was undeniably cute, with a cozy and stylish interior that immediately caught my attention. I impressed with display of old pictures showcasing a lady with a car in Saigon from the 1960s. The vintage pictures adorned the walls of Kau Ba, transporting me back in time and immersing me in the rich history and culture of Saigon. Chef Nikki and the staffs at Kau Ba were friendly and welcoming. They went above and beyond to ensure that every guest felt well taken care of. Their knowledge of the menu and their enthusiasm in explaining the fusion of Vietnamese flavors showcased their passion for creating exceptional dining experiences. Speaking of the food, Kau Ba impresses with its fusion of Vietnamese cuisine. The dishes were a delightful blend of traditional flavors with innovative twists, resulting in a truly unique and memorable culinary journey. Each bite was a harmonious balance of familiar Vietnamese tastes and exciting new flavors.

I’ve been twice for brunch and it has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants ever. The duck salad is amazing 10/10! The Kho Quet, which is only on the brunch menu, is also amazing. I’ve also heard the cocktails are delicious. I think they recently had a change in management because the staff has changed, which led to some small problems with ordering and paying, but nothing worth not trying out the brunch.

Cute and delicious Vietnamese restaurant. The brisket pho is a bit smoking and delicious. The wagyu beef roll with truffle is worth trying. The crispy pizza is a bit oily, but taste good. The mini lobster banh mi can be skipped. I would totally try a different banh mi next time looking at what my neighbor ordered.

Stopped here for a quick lunch and I loved it. The food was delicious. It was simple and yet very fresh and tasty. It felt full and not bloated. The pork belly was perfect and the staff was very friendly. I look forward to go back and try different dishes. The whole experience felt very comfortable.

Great little gem! Food was fantastic. The ambiance was amazing. The staff was superb. Recommend eating here

i’ve visited kau ba a few times now and it is always a delight! really lovely food and very unique specialty cocktails. it’s a very chill vibe, both indoors and outdoors. you *have* to get the vietnamese pizza and/or f.o.b. crabs as appetizers! my favorite drink is the #lycheegang but you also must try the pho-loma at least once - it’s exactly what it sounds like, a pho-spiced paloma! the staff are also attentive and kind - spectacular service from anwen, cat, and george! definitely ask them for recommendations on drink pairings and what’s good. i love bringing my friends here on any occasion!