Cơm tấm is Vietnamese broken rice—traditionally the fractured grains sold at a discount, now a beloved dish in its own right. Served with grilled pork chop, shredded pork skin (bì), chả (steamed egg meatloaf), a fried egg, and fish sauce. Houston has dedicated cơm tấm restaurants that do this dish justice.
Ghien Com Tam Chao Long
Ghien Com Tam Chao Long is a Bellaire standout that does double duty—excellent broken rice plates alongside long porridge (rice porridge with offal). The grilled pork chop is well-marinated with lemongrass and charred just right. Their combo plates come with wraps, rolls, and a fried egg. If you want to branch out, their long porridge is some of the best in the city.
Com Tam Kieu Giang
Located inside Hong Kong City Mall, Com Tam Kieu Giang serves reliable broken rice plates with generous portions. The combo plate with pork chop, wraps, and pork patties is the classic order. A solid choice when you're already at the mall for groceries or other errands.
Thuan Kieu Com Tam
A Bellaire staple for broken rice. Thuan Kieu offers the full broken rice experience with properly grilled pork chops, skins, rolls, and a perfectly fried egg on top. The fish sauce comes on the side—pour it over everything. Consistent quality and fair prices.
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Tuong Ky Com Tam
Another dedicated broken rice spot on Bellaire. Tuong Ky focuses on broken rice plates done right—the pork chop is the highlight, with a lemongrass marinade that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Simple, honest, and satisfying. The combo plate with pork chop, wraps, and pork patties is the classic order.