Houston Restaurants Guide and Review

Short Chinese Restaurant Review in Houston

2008-11-07T15:22:00.000-08:00

I made my weekly visit to Houston Chinese Restaurants Guide to pick out a restaurant to eat and this week, I chose Cafe 101 located in Dun Huang Plaza . This place is one hip Chinese restaurant. I mean the waitress, all young Asian female, wearing short skirts, and the aura of the interior. The food was excellent by my puny standards. I had the hot pot but their Sushi looked really good as well. IMHO, this is a great place for young professionals, college, and middle-age folks.

Chinese restaurant in Houston

2008-10-14T21:15:00.001-07:00

Q: Can anyone recommend a great place to eat Taiwanese cuisine in Houston?

A: Yes, visit Houston Chinese Restaurant Editors Pick for a comprehensive guide to the top picks in Asian/Taiwanese cuisine. They have a list of good places for what you are looking for.

Thai Food in Houston

2007-07-12T17:24:00.000-07:00

A buddy of mine took me to a place outside the beltway on bellaire, near Houston Chinatown, that had the best thai food i've ever had. I can't remember the name or exactly where it is but know it was right beside a subway sandwich shop on the south side of the road. Any help is greaty appreciated.

Houston Japanese Festival 2007

2007-04-14T13:25:00.003-07:00

Houston Japanese Festival 2007. Saturday, April 14th and Sunday, April 15th Houston events at the Japanese Garden at Hermann Park. From anime and manga, to tea ceremony, taiko drums and ikebana, experience Japan at the 14th Houston Japan Festival. Call 713-963-0121 for more info.

Houston Japanese Festival 2007

2007-04-14T13:25:00.002-07:00

Benji Restaurant Review, Houston

2007-03-07T21:15:00.000-08:00

This place attempts to please the hipster in you. Decor involves lots of stainless steel and loud arrogant yuppies. Food served here has a strong "asian" influence, but thats about as deep as it gets. Putting sesame seeds and a brown sauce on a fish filet doesnt make it asian in any sense of the term. Food presentation here is very good, though, but quality overall is mediocre. You'll also pay through the nose for it, where you could get much higher quality food for the money elsewhere. I.e Vietopia. This place is Vietopia for people afraid of resturants with culture. Visit Chinese Restaurants in Houston for more reviews.

Chinese New Year Dinner Houston

2007-01-28T13:03:00.000-08:00

Any place that has a nice Chinese New Year dinner party?

Tan Tan always have a firecracker show during Chinese New Year. They spend like 10K on firecrackers.. so I would assume it is pretty nice and loud. GO check out Chinese restaurant in Houston for more info.

Houston Japanese Restaurants

2007-01-21T13:31:00.000-08:00

I am going to be in Houston from Feb.1-8th and would like to know what are some of the good Japanese restaurants in Houston . Thanks!

I recommand Zake Japanese Cuisine . Do a search in the forum and you should find plenty of reviews.

Chinese Bakery Review

2007-01-13T22:41:00.000-08:00

I used love to go there and never think the bakery have problems. I am eating at 9:30pm; and found one of my brand have "MOLE" in it. i thought it's fresh and metal tray. But it's MOLE in there. MOLE....and i got sick!! never go back there again.!!Best of Chinatown Houston Rating:1.0 out of 5.0(Not Recommended)

Canton Seafood Restaurant

2007-01-06T18:34:00.000-08:00

The best place to have oysters in Houston. these guys prepare them steamed with green onions and leek, and its stellar. so simple, but excellent. 2 dollars a shot, but worth it. Good seafood dishes, but rather expensive for most chinese restaurants. Requires careful ordering, or you might get something that is droll and uninstersting, making you wonder why I recommend this place so highly. Meat dishes here are not bad, but very plain - order nothing but seafood, especially scallops and steamed fish. Visit Chinese restaurant in Houston for more reviews.

Beijing Duck Houston

2006-12-29T10:13:00.000-08:00

Any suggestions on where to get great Peking Duck? Thanks!

Yeah try Feng Ling on Westheimer and Wilcrest. They make pretty good Peking duck!

There is a new Peking duck place in Dun Huang Plaza, Dun Huang Plaza I don't remember the name right now but I will be going there this week to try it. Keep yall updated

San Dong Houston

2006-12-20T18:56:00.000-08:00

Pluses: Decent noodle dishes, "mein dishes", priceNegatives: ServiceThis place is ok to my standards. With so much competition in Chinatown, I expected places like this to be more accomodating and better because it is one of the more well known stores here. Overall it was an ok experience. Visit Chinese Restaurant in Houston for more reviews.

2006-12-09T22:25:00.000-08:00

Hi All,I relocated from NJ/NY area in Oct. So far I haven't seen a good Shanghainese restaurant in Houston area. Is there a true authentic Shanghainese restaurant with good soup buns and slightly sweet dishes? Thanks in advance.

I would visit Houston Chinese Restaurants Guide. Here is the info for another Shangha Restaurant. http://www.chinatownconnection.com/shanghai_restaurant.htm.

Christmas Party Chinese Restaurant in Houston

2006-12-01T20:50:00.001-08:00

Well, it is almost Christmas and I want to throw a party for all of my employees. What is a good Chinese restaurant in Houston to have a party, like private room and the whole nine yards. Thanks!

Try Cafe 101, Tan Tan, Sinh Sinh

Great Chinese Restaurant in Houston to Throw a Party

2006-11-26T08:03:00.000-08:00

Q: Well, it is almost Christmas and I want to throw a party for all of my employees. What is a good Chinese restaurant to have a party, like private room and the whole nine yards. Thanks!

A: Try Cafe 101, Tan Tan, Sinh Sinh , Kim Son on Bellaire. That place is huge and have party, private rooms .

Also, visit Houston Chinese restaurants for more reviews.

Chinese Recipes

2006-11-24T08:16:00.000-08:00

Just want to let everyone know about the Chinese Recipes page. It has most of the famous and popular recipeson it. From char siu bao aka chinese barbeque pork steamed bun to egg rolls, we have it all.

Q: Any chance for a recipe? My husbands family just loves them and the restaurant we usually get them at had a fire and has relocated. I've been looking at recipe's a morning long on the web but haven't seen any look quite as good as these look. I've tried them before but not much luck

Kim Son Review

2006-11-15T22:08:00.000-08:00

Lunch at Kim Son is about as interesting as any Chinese restaurant in Houston around the corner from your house. They have the usual kung pao this, and orange-glazed that. But if you turn the lunch menu around, you'll find a lunch portion of dim sum. Since dim sum on the weekends at the Kim Son in Sugar Land is probably the best dim sum in Houston, it's one of the things I get for lunch on a weekday. Curious for a Vietnamese restaurant, but true.The good Chinese dim sum at this Vietnamese restaurant, might be the result of what I understand as a split kitchen. The way an employee at this restaurant explained it to me, when an order is brought in, an expediter splits the order into its Vietnamese and Chinese components. The Vietnamese kitchen and Chinese kitchen will prepare their respective specialties and then the order is brought together before the waiter brings it to your table.Today, I decided to skip the dim sum and get the bun thit nuong cha gio, otherwise known as vermicelli with barbecue pork and egg rolls. If you're used to Chinese cooking, you'll get the completely wrong idea about this dish. First, the Vietnamese vermicelli, unlike Chinese noodles, is made from rice. Second, the barbecue pork is not the thick roasted pork with a sweet brown-red glaze. Instead, the barbecue pork is grilled, thinly sliced pork seasoned with a little brown sugar, light soy sauce or fish sauce, and some garlic or lemon grass. Third, the egg rolls don't have thick covering, but a thin rice-paper skin covering cellophane noodles, mushrooms (preferably woodear), onion, egg, pork, and a few other ingredients and spices. Finally, all of these ingredients are placed in a bowl with fresh bean sprout, greens, and carrots placed through a mandolin.The bowl is brought out with nuoc cham. Nuoc cham literally means "dipping water." There are many variations to the recipe, but the basic version calls for the dilution of nuoc mam (fish sauce) in equal parts water and vinegar,and the inclusion of ground garlic, chile, and sugar into the liquid mixture.The recipe from restaurant to restaurant is remarkably similar for this dish. So, the entire taste relies upon the quality of the individual ingredients. Kim Son does not use bad produce and usually hits with its nuoc cham, but the egg rolls left something to be desired. So too did the barbecue pork. Both the egg rolls and barbecue pork tasted like they had come out of a microwave or were overcooked. The egg rolls had no crip and the pork tasted a bit like beef jerky.But in the end, it's the cold vermicelli slathered in the nuoc cham that makes this dish for me. Since the vermicelli did taste cold and they seemed to hit on the nuoc cham today, I'm not going to complain too much.

Lost in Houston

2006-11-05T08:19:00.000-08:00

Q:As the title says, I'm lost as to where to find the foods I love from my native city. I'm here on business for a couple months and have been to bellaire. With the help of some lovely ladies they were able to point me out to a place called house of bowls for what I have been craving, ho fun. However it was drenched in oil and I wanted to know are there any other places for it? I'm use to my noodletown, big wong and all the other wong places for the wonton/char siu ho fun and congees. The "takes outs" I have tried always think that I'm talking about fried rice when I say I want a beef chow fun. Its like they never heard of it before.Please help this lost new yorker find a cure for his homesickness with a little taste of home. Many thanks in advance!

A:Welcome to Houston! Man there are so many good Chinese restaurant in Houston . I think www.chinatownconnection.com dining guide does a great job introducing some restaurants. Also, if you like wonton/noodle soup bowl, you should try Xiong's Cafein Sterling Plaza, next to Golden Foods Supermarket on Bellaire. Here is their number: (713) 771-8448

Kim Son Houston Review

2006-10-22T18:37:00.000-07:00

Lunch at Kim Son is about as interesting as any Chinese Restaurant Houston around the corner from your house. They have the usual kung pao this, and orange-glazed that. But if you turn the lunch menu around, you'll find a lunch portion of dim sum. Since dim sum on the weekends at the Kim Son in Sugar Land is probably the best dim sum in Houston, it's one of the things I get for lunch on a weekday. Curious for a Vietnamese restaurant, but true.The good Dim Sum restaurant in Houston at this Vietnamese restaurant, might be the result of what I understand as a split kitchen. The way an employee at this restaurant explained it to me, when an order is brought in, an expediter splits the order into its Vietnamese and Chinese components. The Vietnamese kitchen and Chinese kitchen will prepare their respective specialties and then the order is brought together before the waiter brings it to your table.Today, I decided to skip the dim sum and get the bun thit nuong cha gio, otherwise known as vermicelli with barbecue pork and egg rolls. If you're used to Chinese cooking, you'll get the completely wrong idea about this dish. First, the Vietnamese vermicelli, unlike Chinese noodles, is made from rice. Second, the barbecue pork is not the thick roasted pork with a sweet brown-red glaze. Instead, the barbecue pork is grilled, thinly sliced pork seasoned with a little brown sugar, light soy sauce or fish sauce, and some garlic or lemon grass. Third, the egg rolls don't have thick covering, but a thin rice-paper skin covering cellophane noodles, mushrooms (preferably woodear), onion, egg, pork, and a few other ingredients and spices. Finally, all of these ingredients are placed in a bowl with fresh bean sprout, greens, and carrots placed through a mandolin.The bowl is brought out with nuoc cham. Nuoc cham literally means "dipping water." There are many variations to the recipe, but the basic version calls for the dilution of nuoc mam (fish sauce) in equal parts water and vinegar,and the inclusion of ground garlic, chile, and sugar into the liquid mixture.The recipe from restaurant to restaurant is remarkably similar for this dish. So, the entire taste relies upon the quality of the individual ingredients. Kim Son does not use bad produce and usually hits with its nuoc cham, but the egg rolls left something to be desired. So too did the barbecue pork. Both the egg rolls and barbecue pork tasted like they had come out of a microwave or were overcooked. The egg rolls had no crip and the pork tasted a bit like beef jerky.But in the end, it's the cold vermicelli slathered in the nuoc cham that makes this dish for me. Since the vermicelli did taste cold and they seemed to hit on the nuoc cham today, I'm not going to complain too much.

Bombay Brasserie in Houston

2006-10-17T21:14:00.000-07:00

Superior Indian restaurant. Costs approx 1 dollar more than shiva for lunch, but you get better service, free drink refills, and more naan, even though its served on the buffet and not fresh to your table. (Direct fresh naan to your table is a strong advantage of Pavani). Large menu selection, including lots of stuff you DEFINITELY havent had before. really good, and decent portions for dinner. Romantic settings and high quality/classy interior. Visit Houston Asian Restaurants Guide for more restaurant reviews.

888 Chinese Restaurant in Houston

2006-10-14T20:23:00.000-07:00

The best Chinese restaurant Clear Lake, League city area. Try to order from the Chinese menu, the smoke duck is wonderful so is the eggplant clay pot. I wish the restaurant is more spacious.

Best of Chinatown Rating: 5.0 (scale of 1-5, 5 being excellent).

Fungs Kitchen Houston

2006-10-10T21:57:00.000-07:00

I make it a point to seek out the best Chinese Food in every major city across the US. Some of the best I've found are in NY's Flushing China Town. But, by far the best Chinese food in the US is in ChinaTown in Los Angeles' Metro Area: Alhambra and Monterey Park where it stretches 5-6 city blocks on each sides of I-10. Fung's kitchen is the only Chinese restaurant in Houston that comes very close to the quality of food in LA. However, the only draw back at Fung's kitchen is that they are pricy.

777 Hunan Cuisine in Houston

2006-10-07T11:51:00.000-07:00

Fantastic new restaurant hidden away in a little side street shopping center!! Best Chinese food in the Houston area by far! I've eaten at P.F. Chang's and Pei Wei and this place beats them with cost and taste! They also have great service!! Hope they stick around.--Review by Louann J.Best of Chinatown Rating:5.0 (out of 5.0) Visit Houston Chinese Restaurants for more reviews.

FuFu's Cafe in Houston

2006-10-03T20:26:00.000-07:00

The food is ok, but not maintaining the quality. I have overheard the customers complaining that the same dish was made and tasted totally different next day. The waiter/waitress are not attentive. They are not experienced and not showing respect to customers. They took the wrong order and very lazy. One time I walked in the restaurant and saw all the tables are full with dirty dishes and the waitress just sit at the counter doing nothing. Even at 10 pm, the worker themselves even lazy enough to not clean the table when they eat their own food. They sit at a used table and pushed the dirty dishes (from prevoius customers) aside and start eating. The sanitary is awful. The bowl they served still has dirty rice from previous eater.
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Tan Tan Restaurant in Houston Review

2006-09-25T21:41:00.000-07:00

A nice Chinese restaurant in Houston , but food quality doesnt justify its high-ish costs. you'll pay approx 10-12 dollars per person here when ordering family style, but its worth about 9 or less. Also, the fact that there are so many other Chinese restaurants here with much lower prices and great quality food makes this place less tempting. Good beef dishes and generally high quality preparation, but seems crowded for some reason. Dont know why: probably location. Bring your enemies to celebrate their birthdays here. Visit www.chinatownconnection.com/restaurant.htm for more reviews.

Malaysian Food in Houston

2006-09-21T21:44:00.000-07:00

Q: Any good Malaysian Food in Houston? I crave Malaysian food right now. Any good restaurants out there? THX!

A: Try Cafe Malay on Westheimer. 10234 Westheimer. (713) 785-7915. Also, go to Houston Malaysian Restaurants. They have a directory listing of Malaysian restaurants in Houston.

RA Sushi, Houston Review

2006-09-15T18:29:00.000-07:00

My friends and I met at Ra last night for dinner- my first time there. I frequent Japanese and Sushi Restaurants in Houston often, both here in Houston and other cities as I travel alot. This place is designed for the see and be seen middle aged yuppie crowd- overflowing with slightly portly extremely bleached women wearing overly tight clothing and boring drunk khaki pant corporate doofs. The interior is posh and interesting- large space- thursday night- the really aweful reject songs from the 80's music as well as trashy 90's crass rap music is blaring so loud you can't carry a conversation with the person sitting next to you. I arrived late- my friends already seated with drinks and appetizer, the waitress came by to deliver more food- looked right at me and walked off- not even asking if I would like to order anything. We nicknamed her A.D.D. as she was never at our table more than 10 seconds and walked off constantly before we could finish our requests. We were brought the wrong food constantly and she kept pulling out the wrong ticket when we asked about our incorrect orders. The food was very bland and very very small portions- compared to other local places like Osaka and Zake. We went without water for most of the evening as they failed to come by for refills ...and the waitress never offered to split our checks- we were a large table. We forced her too .... she took forever with our food and our bill- made way too many mistakes and seemed to not really care about the service at our table. I would never come here again. Too bad she added gratuity into our check- I would not have tipped her. Appearantly this place is known for bad service. Not worth it for the pricey food. If you like trendy see and be seen places- I'd only go to this place for drinks at the bar- but then again- the music was so aweful- I'd go somewhere else.

I say go check out Houston Asian Restaurants Guide for a great guide to dining in Houston.

Best Chinese Food in Houston

2006-09-13T18:33:00.000-07:00

With so many many choices of Chinese restaurant in Houston , I have to ask people here...

1) What do you think is the best Chinese Restaurant Houston in town? I"m looking for a place that serves really spicy foods -- I can't stand most American Chinese restaurants as they are mostly bland, and when someone recommends a restaurant, it's usually because they like some dish that is very syrupy like sesame chicken (which I personally believe should be served as a dessert, not a main course meal).

2) Is there any place in Houston that serves Szechuan Hot Pot (you know, like the Chinese version of the fondue where pieces of food is cooked in a hot chili oil)?

3) What do you consider the best place to have dim sums? Thanks!

Cafe 101 in Houston Review

2006-09-10T18:36:00.000-07:00

The food and decor here is pretty modern and decent. However, the service and kitchen are currently sorely understaffed. As a result, both of my dinners here have resulted in very long waits for food. If you don't mind waiting nearly an hour for your food, it's not bad once you finally get to eat your food. However, if this were an American restaurant, the level of service would be intolerable. Visit Houston Restaurants Guide for more reviews.

Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant in Houston

2006-09-04T17:38:00.000-07:00

Probably a resturant that is strongly hurt by its location more than anything else. its in the corner of a strip mall, next to Lai Lai's dumpling house. Unlike its more popular neighbor, Lucky Dragon is much more authentic, and serves some excellent food, for approx 1 dollar more. Try the stuffed fried tofu, and also the noodle dishes and stuff. Very good fundamentals, and has a nice party room in back. Much like the vast majority of chinese restaurants, there is no "Secret" chinese menu as some dorks like to make you think. Visit Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant to see their menus.

Patu Thai Restaurant in Houston

2006-09-02T15:11:00.000-07:00

Nice thai place in the Rice village, with very little seating. Waitresses are sort of hot here, I dunno whats up with that. Excellent food if you order many different sorts of curries, and the seafood is generously packed with a great variation of shellfish. Amazing lunch buffet too, which changes often, providing an opportunity to try lots of interesting thai dishes. Visit Houston Chinese Restaurants for more restaurant reviews.

Pavani Indian Cuisine

2006-08-30T21:03:00.000-07:00

Brilliant business model. Indian buffet, for DINNER. I was complaining that indian buffet didnt exist for dinner, and low and behold there was created pavani. Pavani is a slightly shabby place, with heavy mahogany-vaneer tables that seem out of place with its opulent-esque curtained chandeliered design, glass storefront, and undecorated stainless steel buffet. Its also kind of expensive - 15 dollars, when it would be ideal at around 10. The cost is probably in the spices, which they (for the better) lay on thick. The meats are very good, especially the butter chicken and the Saag paneer. I wish there was lamb paneer, but oh well. When Im feeling rich this place doesnt feel too expensive, but when Im feeling poor it does. strange place. Visit Houston Chinese, Japanese, Korean Restaurants for more restaurant reviews.

713 Restaurant Houston

2006-08-25T21:02:00.000-07:00

I've been coming here about once a week for a few months. I was there this past Thursday for a quick meal but had such a good time that I stayed closed to 3 hours. Love the sushi! I think it's the best I've eaten in Houston. My waitress, Cathy, was very nice. I drive past at least three sushi restaurants when heading to 713 but it's worth it. I highly recommend this place. I do agree with the prvious person that they have a great happy prices on sushi but i do not think their regular pricing are more expensive than other sushi restaurant. I've eaten at two good sushi places in the rice village and their prices are more expensive. Visit Houston Chinese, Japanese Restaurants for more reviews.

Fung's Kitchen, Houston

2006-08-23T18:51:00.000-07:00

Fung's Kitchen is definitely the best place for dim sum in Houston . The food is great and you're not crammed in like sardines like most other places. They have a great "street deli" where you go up and pick your dim sum from a booth. Also, if you're concerned about cleanliness... Fung's is also the cleanest Chinese restaurant in Houston . I'd give Ocean Palace second place.

Seoul Garden Korean Restaurant in Houston

2006-08-20T20:54:00.000-07:00

Excellent Korean restaurant in Houston . Korean food is very much like Vietnamese food in that it is influenced strongly by another country: in this case, Japan. Excellent sushi can be found here (including some fish that you cant find in japanese restaurants), but to truely experience the uniquely korean flavor, try the spicy stews. I really like jjang bbang, which is a spicy seafood stew with scallops, shrimp and fish. Another uniquely korean thing are the "little foods" served as appetizers to go along with the entrees. Entrees are exclusively what you order here, and are meant to be eaten with the little appetizers, which are appetizers like kimchi, scrambled eggs, tofu, little fried potatoe cubes, etc. Do NOT miss the Korean BBQ. korean BBQ is probably the best marinated meat (yes, even better than Texas BBQ, so stfu) you can find; try the beefs and the chicken. Visit Houston Chinese Restaurants for more restaurant reviews in Houston.

Vietopia in Houston

2006-08-15T20:37:00.000-07:00

A nice fusion restaurant whose normal Vietnamese Restaurants in Houston dishes are rather mediocre. Try the lettuce wraps, they're refreshing. Sort of expensive for the cost per person, if you compare to lai lai's or other "cheap chinese" locations, but must be considered for is attempts at a "cuisine". Nice atmosphere with high cielings and second floor balcony seating, as well as quaint outdoor seating, if you're into parking lots. Visit Houston Japanese Restaurants for more reviews.

Malaysian Food Introduction

2006-08-10T19:48:00.000-07:00

For years Malaysia have been the hot spot for tourists all over the world who crave the hot and spicy cooking. Malaysian Food is also the ultimate food destination worldwide. What would you expect, when the country is such a melting pot of cultures. First we have the three main ethnic groups: Malays, Chinese and Indians. Then all the sub-groups, the regional variations, the different sub-cultural divisions, combined with the influences of our neighbours, the colonial powers, and our postwar partners.

Malaysia Food is a mixture of many elements, and no wonder then that the name of one of our most popular dishes, rojak, is also slang for a haphazard mixture of things. (The Chinese version of rojak is basically a salad of sliced fruits and vegetables mixed with shrimp paste; the Indian Muslim variety is sliced fritters, beancurd and vegetables eaten with spicy peanut sauce.).

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Tan Tan Seafood Restaurant in Houston

2006-08-08T18:43:00.000-07:00

This place is a nice Chinese Restaurant in Houston , but food quality doesnt justify its high-ish costs. you'll pay approx 10-12 dollars per person here when ordering family style, but its worth about 9. Good beef dishes and generally high quality preparation, but seems crowded for some reason. Dont know why: probably location. Bring your enemies to celebrate their birthdays here. Visit Houston Chinese Restaurants for more reviews.

Great Dim Sum in Houston

2006-08-07T17:49:00.000-07:00

Ocean Palace Dim sum is served every day until 3pm, but saturday and sunday mornings its more like the trading floor of the NYSE. Get there before noon to get seated quickly, or you'll wait a long time. Excellent selection of dishes for dim sum, but rather expensive. Visit Chinese restaurant in Houston for more restaurant reviews.

Korean Food

2006-08-04T13:16:00.000-07:00

The prominent feature of a Korean table setting is that all dishes are served at the same time. Traditionally, the number of side dishes varied from 3 for the lower classes to 12 for royal families.

A diverse array of foods and dishes can be found throughout Korea. Korea was once primarily an agricultural nation, and Koreans have cultivated rice as their staple food since ancient times.

Kinds of Traditional Korean Food : Visit www.chinatownconnection.com/korean-food.htm.

Hong Kong Food Street Review

2006-07-30T19:16:00.000-07:00

Hong Kong Food Street is a terrific restaurant. We dine there regularly and have always found the food and service to be very good. Their specialty is Hong Kong style seafood (try the stir fried garoupa fish or any of the crab dishes) but they also do a great job on duck and roast pork. Also, their sizzling beef pepper steak is the best I've had anywhere. Their menu is extensive and, so far, we've been pleased with everything we've tried. I travel to Hong Kong often and dining here makes me feel like I'm having dinner in Causeway Bay. HKFS is probably the most authentic Chinese restaurant in Houston .

Fu-Kim Vietnamese Palace in Houston

2006-07-28T15:21:00.000-07:00

Vietnamese food in Houston is best described by the way the Vietnamese like to descibe many things Vietnamese: it was created by the Chinese, but perfected by the Vietnamese. Fu-Kim is Houston's fulcrum for experiencing vietnamese food the way it's meant to be tasted, but suffers perhaps from too much of a chinese influence. Slippery slope, whatever. Order a big ol' steamed fish and you will be smiling until the next day, and try lots of seafoods here. Good rendition of americanized standbys, but look for spicy dishes which emphasize the vietnamese aspect of Chinese cuisines . Excellent place for Chinese New Year , as a dragon dancing team is set loose in the gigantic dining rooms, and apparently its pretty cool. This place is HUGE rediculous seating. like 3-4 rooms that seat 3-400 a piece.

Houston Chinese Restaurant Review

2006-07-25T20:40:00.000-07:00

Has anyone gone to this new restaurant Cafe 101 in Houston Chinatown? I believe they are located in Dun Huang Plaza.

I highly recommend this Chinese restaurant in Houston . It has great atmosphere, good food, and good drinks. I would recommend lemon plum green tea, beef noodle, ma la pot (very spicy), and kim chi noodle. Other people recommend the stir-fry dishes. Go try it out!!!

Canton Seafood Restaurant Review, Houston

2006-07-18T20:05:00.000-07:00

The best place to have oysters in houston. these guys prepare them steamed with green onions and leek, and its stellar. so simple, but excellent. 2 dollars a shot, but worth it. Good seafood dishes, but rather expensive for most chinese restaurants. Requires careful ordering, or you might get something that is droll and uninstersting, making you wonder why I recommend this place so highly. Meat dishes here are not bad, but very plain - order nothing but seafood, especially scallops and steamed fish.

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Cafe 101 in Houston

2006-07-17T12:04:00.000-07:00

I highly recommend this restaurant. Great atmosphere, good food, and good drinks. I would recommend lemon plum green tea, beef noodle, ma la pot (very spicy), and kim chi noodle. Other people recommend the stir-fry dishes. Go try it out!!! Visit Houston Chinese restaurants for more reviews.

Miyako Japanese Grill, Houston

2006-07-14T16:50:00.000-07:00

Miyako is an establishment which I feel prides itself on a certain authenticity, which is refreshing. Dining is possible at tables, or Japanese restaurant Houston style. It is rather humerous that the floors in one area have recesses so that you dont have to actually sit cross legged, which would be inappropriate for all sorts of people (women with skirts, fat people, etc). Still the service is very nice, and for every 10 dollars you spend you get 1 miyako buck which can be used later. Very good selection but none of the amazing house creations offered at Taiko. Well priced lunch offers from 7-12 dollars, and good sushi. Visit Houston Japanese Restaurants Guide for more restaurant reviews.

Seoul Garden Korean Restaurant Review

2006-07-12T16:59:00.000-07:00

Excellent Korean restaurant in Houston. Korean food is very much like vietnamese food in that it is influenced strongly by another country: in this case, Japan. Excellent sushi can be found here (including some fish that you cant find in japanese restaurants), but to truely experience the uniquely korean flavor, try the spicy stews. I really like jjang bbang, which is a spicy seafood stew with scallops, shrimp and fish.

Another uniquely korean thing are the "little foods" served as appetizers to go along with the entrees. Entrees are exclusively what you order here, and are meant to be eaten with the little appetizers, which are appetizers like kimchi, scrambled eggs, tofu, little fried potatoe cubes, etc. Do NOT miss the Korean BBQ. korean BBQ is probably the best marinated meat (yes, even better than Texas BBQ, so stfu) you can find; try the beefs and the chicken.

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Taiko Grill Japanese Restaurant in Houston Review

2006-07-10T16:42:00.000-07:00

Often overlooked though excellent Japanese restaurant in Houston . Habachi service is good, though the chef that I saw wasnt particularly spectacular. Theres something about Habachi that makes you expect so much more than what it actually is, but that aside, the chef was excellent. Meat was well cooked, and the slightly trendy though comfortable surroundings were smoke free and private. Excellent for lunches too, with reasonably priced 8-10 dollar lunches and sushi/sashimi plates.

BRILLIANT specialty rolls: very creative, artistic, and well presented. Would be a top recommendation just for its rolls, but excellent in all places. Lunch can be had for less than 10 dollars if careful, 15 easily.

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Chinese restaurant in Houston Question

2006-07-03T10:09:00.000-07:00

Q: What is the full name of this Noodle House Chinese restaurant? I couldn't find it on houston.citysearch.com. Where is it located at? Thanks.

A: Hello, the restaurants name is Noodle House as you have stated, and here is the link http://www.chinatownconnection.com/noodle_house.htm. Hope this helps

Sinh Sinh Chinese Restaurant

2006-06-26T18:39:00.000-07:00

This place has to be the grossest place I have ever been to. I don't know how people can go here to eat. I ordered a dish and found two stands of hair and some kind of small bug:( I am about to puke just thinking about it. I reported this to the manager and they gave me a new dish. The way they acted and their attitude was like I put those things in my food! Instead of apologizing, they just gave me another dish like oh ok, here you go. I will never eat here again and I hope people are aware of this grossness and lack of professionalism at this restaurant.

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Shaved ice in Houston

2006-06-20T09:25:00.000-07:00

This is one of the newest drink and ice store in Houston Chinatown to open, and it definitely came at the right time during The hot 100 degreeish Houston weather.I like juice box’s fresh squeeze juice and their famous shredded ice. Juice box offers a variety of juices and that includes fresh squeezed orange, mango, apple and other drinks. Juice box offer one of the biggest size shredded ice I have ever seen in Houston, and they also gave you real big chunk of sliced fruit, such as mango or strawberry, (like the famous Taiwanese Mango shredded ice.) On top of that, they even give you a scoop of mango ice cream to enrich the flavor. I also like their Calpis (if you don’t know what this is look up our Japanese Culture section). It is mixed with apple juice and you should try it out. price is average but the mango shredded ice is really worth a try. Visit Houston Shaved Ice Stores Guide to view more reviews.

Golden Room Restaurant Review

2006-06-14T12:45:00.000-07:00

Golden Room is probably the most calming and peaceful place for lunch in town. Many times when we go there for lunch there is a table full of monks dining too. One day they blessed all of us! Please visit Chinese restaurant in Houston Guide for more restaurant reviews in Houston.

Japanese restaurants in Houston

2006-06-12T15:23:00.000-07:00

I wanted to start a favorite Japanese restaurants list for people not familiar with Japanese food in Houston.Here's mine:
1. Benihanna
2. 713 Restaurant
3. Zake Japanese Cuisine
4. Todai

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Houston Chinese Restaurants

2006-06-06T15:48:00.000-07:00

There are so many Chinese Restaurants in Houston. If you look in the yellow pages, you will find over 600 Houston Chinese Restaurants. So a company by the name of ChinatownConnection.com has come up with a way to alleviate the headache of trying to find a Chinese restaurant in Houston with their Houston Asian Dining Guide. Here they have all of the restaurants you can ever want. They have very comprehensive reviews, photos, menus, and much more. It is like visiting the restaurant online before ever setting foot inside the physical store. Their web address is: http://www.chinatownconnection.com/restaurant.htm . Go check them out!

Sichuan Chinese Restaurant in Houston

2006-05-24T14:38:00.000-07:00

Wow i tried Sichuan Chinese Restaurant today and it was great. I really like their beef noodle soup sichuan style. I had the hot pot last weekend and it was one of the best I have had. Price is fairly cheap in my opinon as well. It had all the right ingredients and of course the spicy taste. Yummy:)

China Gourmet Restaurant Review Houston

2006-05-20T15:27:00.000-07:00

China Gourmet
9600 Bellaire Blvd. # 105
Houston, TX 77036
(next to Dynasty Supermarket)

This was my first time eating here and wow what a neat experience. I love the atmosphere of this place. After visiting this website, I ventured down to China Gourmet and tried their Black Pepper Steak and boy was I pleased. It tasted great and unique. The restaurant was just how it was described here and there were a lot of people on the weekend. I highly recommend this place and Houston Chinatown in general. It is a very neat place and experience.

Need Chinese Restaurant Info Up in Northwest Houston

2006-05-14T13:24:00.000-07:00

I live in Northwest Houston and has been dining at this Chinese restaurant for years now. There are not that many up here in the Champions area and I was wondering if someone can give me a suggestion as where else to eat up here?

You can look at our Houston Asian Dining Guideand see if you can find what you are looking for.

Samuari Japanese Steak & Sushi Restaurant in Houston Review

2006-04-29T16:01:00.000-07:00

Located on 133 W Bay Area Blvd. Tried it for lunch today.It is the hybrid Benihana type place with aSushi bar. They tried to sit me with a group of strangers in the main room, I didnot want that!I wanted a table where I could read my Tuesday N.Y. Times and have anice meal.They indeed have Sashimi , had a salad .They had a 'creamy ginger' dressing and it was good but not better thanthe ginger dressing that Yoshida Ya used have.Sashimi was ok.Still, I am not a fan of Hiroaki, theater adds little to good Japanesefood. And..., they were playing Rap , of all things for a Japanese place!I won't visit again.

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Houston Chinese Buffets

2006-04-24T15:40:00.000-07:00

Q: Where can I get a good deal for Chinese buffet in Houston? Big selection of food, fresh, etc..

A: Here are a few places you can try:1. China Bear in Sugar Land2. Lucky Village (various locations)Also, visit our Chinese Buffets in Houston, Guide. It will have a more comprehensive list.

Fusion restaurants in Houston

2006-04-22T07:39:00.000-07:00

Q: What are some of your favorite Japanese /Chinese fusion restaurants in Houston?

A: My favorite is Zake Japanese Cuisine off of N. Shepherd. They have a really cool lounge-restaurant setting and atmosphere. Also their Japanese cuisine is really good. Go try it someday!

Red Pepper in Houston Restaurant Review

2006-04-16T20:32:00.000-07:00

I stayed near the Galleria area and tried a place that was in the shopping center where I dropped off my dry cleaning. As a complete aside, the one Chinese place at which I eat locally is in a shopping center with a dry cleaners, as is one of my favorites in New York. There must be something to that connection. Anyway, the place that I tried was called The Red Pepper.

It is on Westheimer about a mile past the Galleria. I stopped in for lunch, after using one of my tried and true techniques for identifying good Houston Asian Restaurants -- count the Asians eating there during a busy lunch rush. Here, they were plentiful, so I gave it a shot. It seemed like many of the patrons were regulars and knew most of the staff by name and some even ordered what looked like stuff that was not on the menu.

The special on the day I visited was chicken breast, jumbo shrimp, and vegetables in a thin, brown, low fat spicy sauce. The meal came with a cup of soup (I ordered the wonton), an egg roll, and steamed rice. The cost was a little high for lunch at $10.95, but it would have definitely provided for two meals for average eaters (or eaters that are not staying in a hotel room with no fridge!).

The soup was very bland. The chicken broth was almost flavorless, and the bowl included one wonton that did not have much texture. There were a good number of vegetable chunks in the broth, but no shreds of pork, as I usually find in New York-style Chinese wonton soup . They also had no crunchy noodles to submerge in the soup, which I thought was a minus. The entree, however, made up for the soup tenfold. This meal was flat out delicious. The chicken was moist and the shrimp were tender and tasty. The sauce had just the right amount of kick, without being overbearing. Broccoli and snow peas were the primary vegetables in the dish, and they definitely added to both the presentation and the taste.

The egg roll was more like what I call a spring roll back home. It was OK -- but, I am still seeking out the one memorable egg roll that has to be found somewhere outside of the New York area.The person who appeared to be the owner worked the register and seemed legitimately interested in everyone's dining experience.

All in all, I would consider this a positive meal and I might go back there again in the future, but with the plethora of Chinese restaurants in Houston , I might also be inclined to try something else, too.

Japanese Restaurants in Houston

2006-04-07T16:20:00.000-07:00

Japanese Food Question:

Q: What does sushi taste like? I have never had raw fish before but I think I might try it someday.

A: It doesn't really have a taste to it. Definitely no fish taste or smell at all. You are suppose to dip it in wasabi and soy sauce and eat it so the only taste will be from the wasabi (which will clear your sinuses) and soy sauce.

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Yao Restaurant in Houston

2006-03-16T20:39:00.000-08:00

The first review was pretty accurate when I first visited Yao Restaurant soon after it opened. I saw their review on Houston Chinese Restaurant Guide. I've since been back 4 or 5 times and I must say that they have worked all kinks out of the system, from the kitchen to the service. The food is quite good (Peking duck highly recommended), and the ambiance excellent. If you’re looking to make you taste buds smile and enjoy a great atmosphere, this is your place, but if you're looking for a bargain mean, try a Hungry Man in the frozen food department of your local grocery. Visit www.chinatownconnection.com/restaurant.htm for more restaurant reviews in Houston. They even have restaurant menus in addition to pics, reviews, and all the information you ever need.

Houston Restaurants Guide and Review: Zake Japanese Cuisine

2006-03-14T20:37:00.000-08:00

I ate at Zake Japanese Cuisine yesterday and I liked the contemporary/fusion restaurant layout. After reading them on Houston Chinese Restaurants Guide, a really good source for Asian dining in Houston, I decided to venture out and check out this place.They have both a restaurant section and a lounge section. I have never quite seen anything like it because it has a bit of club feel to it. Zake has DJ spinning dance music every Friday and Saturday night too. Zake is also a good place to meet a lot of young professionals. I like their sushi alot. Definitely A+ in my opinion

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Houston Restaurants Guide and Review: Nara Japanese Restaurant

2006-03-06T17:13:00.000-08:00

I have been maried to a japaneese woman for several years now, and both of us refuse to eat sushi anywhere else in Houston than at Nara - which I guess makes us regulars. The trick with Nara is to order what is special for that day, if one does that satisfaction is garanteed - try stuff like Uni shooters, escalops, toro etc - not cheap but heads and shoulders above what other sushi place in Houston can muster. Also get seats at the sushi-bar and talk to the chefs - you will not be disappointed

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Houston Asian Restaurant Guide

2006-03-01T17:50:00.000-08:00

Sinh Sinh Chinese Restaurant Review.

This place has to be the grossest place I have ever been to. I don't know how people can go here to eat. I ordered a dish and found two stands of hair and some kind of small bug:( I am about to puke just thinking about it. I reported this to the manager and they gave me a new dish. The way they acted and their attitude was like I put those things in my food! Instead of apologizing, they just gave me another dish like oh ok, here you go. I will never eat here again and I hope people are aware of this grossness and lack of professionalism at this restaurant.

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Houston Chinese Restaurants Issues

2006-02-22T14:47:00.000-08:00

I had the same issue the other day. I called this new Korean restaurant in Houston and I asked if he had a menu online since all I had was internet access at work. Here is the funny part. I asked if he had an online menu so I can order something to go. He kept on saying yes, we have to go menu and for the next 5 minutes, this conversation went in circles. Finally, he knew what I was talking about and he said no. I gave up and that was that.

Now if most of these restaurants have menus online or have it like this website's, Houston Asian Restaurant Guide, format, then this world would be dandy. It would be so convenient for alot of people especially since we have no idea what to order from these places. Thank goodness I found this website's restaurant guide or else I would have not known what most of these restaurants are.

Kubos Sushi Japanese Restaurant in Houston

2006-02-07T18:16:00.000-08:00

When it comes to Food and Service you can't go wrong at Kobe. They are the friendliest Sushi Chefs and waitstaff that I have ever met. They go out of their way to make you feel at home, whether you're a regular or someone from out of town, they treat you just the same. If you go with a smile on your face you will get many in return. Another thing, step out from that regualr old boring California Roll and try the Salmon Special, with or without jalepenos or Jimmy's Summer Roll with crab rolled in cucumber. The specials are too numerous to mention, but the folks at Kobe will be glad to asssist you.

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Houston Japanese Restaurants Review: Tokyohana

2006-01-27T07:47:00.000-08:00

After reading the reviews, I was excited to try out Tokyohana. We were greeted indifferently by the chic hostess and seated at a table by the bar that was so tiny that amidst the condiments placed on it I was concerned about whether a plate for each of us would fit. The sushi menu was limited though compared to what I read online. When we got our sushi it was not prepared how we thought it would be after reading the descriptions on the menu and two out of 3 of the rolls were much to our distaste. The service was far too rushed- our waiter hovered around and brought out our appetizer and rolls before we were even done eating our salads. The quality of the sushi was good as well as the prices, but the service and ambiance needs improvement in the sushi section.

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Houston Restaurants Guide: Noodle House

2006-01-24T15:50:00.000-08:00

I had the opportunity to visit Noodle House Chinese Restaurant today to taste their lunch special. I had the Fried pork chop with rice and boy was it good. I would have to say it is the best pork chop steak I have ever tasted. The fried pork chop was crispy and soft. It felt like it melted in my mouth. They have two sets of lunch specials: a menu of $3.99 dishes, or a daily special like Tuesday's fried pork chop (buy two orders and get the third free.) So three people had a total bill of $9.48. Wow! The lunch special also comes with hot and sour soup. Being to many Houston restaurants, this has to be one of the best deals especially for lunch. I give it two thumbs up. Visit Houston Chinese Restaurants for more Houston restaurant reviews.

Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant in Houston

2006-01-19T13:19:00.000-08:00

If you like Japanese food, then you should try Hokkaido Japanese restaurant in Houston . They have very daily special including soup for only 7.95. It includes rice, chicken, tempura, miso soup, and Japanese vegetables. I had this and it was incredible. The setting is pretty nice also which just added to the great meal for such a low price.

Best Sushi in Houston, Texas

2006-01-10T20:31:00.000-08:00

Kubo's Sushi Bar and Grill, Houston Texas

I grew up eating Houston sushi about 10 years ago. At that time, if the fish didn't smell bad, it was considered good sushi. Then Miyako's was started and that was the rage for several years. Then, a few years, I visited Hawaii and Southern California and experienced good sushi for the first time. A visit to Nobu's in Vegas was the ultimate sushi experience, outside from visiting Japan. After those experiences, it was hard for me to visit any Houston sushi restaurant for the last few years. Kubo's is the closest thing you'll get to good sushi in Houston. Kubo's is so much better than any Houston sushi establishment. It's not as good as the sushi you'll find in California but you won't pay California prices.

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Sakana Japanese Restaurant Review

2006-01-08T15:50:00.000-08:00

Wait staff was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the wine/ food selection. He listened to what we were looking for and recommended the perfect wine and sake. Very fresh sushi and large selection of unique rolls. Habachi grill is available in a secluded wine room separated from the main dining room (great for kids and large groups) and you can watch your food prepared at the sushi bar. Great atmosphere! Would recommend for eveyone!

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Japanese Cuisine

2006-01-02T20:05:00.000-08:00

by: Kirsten Hawkins
Tempura, sukiyaki, sashimi, sushi – even the words used to describe the most basic of Japanese dishes are exotic and beautiful. Japanese cuisine is easily one of the healthiest in the world, with its concentration on fresh fish, seafood, rice and vegetables. The pungent sauces and delicate flavors of fresh foods complement each other beautifully, and the methods of presentation turn even simple meals into beautiful events.

The Japanese have easily a dozen different names for rice, depending on how it is prepared and what it is served with. The most common meal is a rice bowl, a bowl of white rice served with various toppings or ingredients mixed in. So popular is it that the Rice Bowl has even made its way into the world of Western convenience foods alongside ramen noodles. Domburi is a bowl of rice topped with another food: domburi tendon, for instance, is rice topped with tempura and domburi gyudon is rice topped with beef. The Japanese adopted fried rice from the Chinese, and a century ago, when curry was first introduced, developed Kare Raisu, curry rice. It is now such a popular dish that there are many fast-food restaurants that serve several versions of it in take-away bowls.

Besides white rice served as a side dish, Japanese cuisine also features onigiri – rice balls wrapped in seaweed, often with a ‘surprise’ in the middle, and kayu, a thin gruel made of rice that resembles oatmeal.

As an island nation, it’s not surprising that seafood is featured in Japanese cuisine . Sushi and sashimi both are raw fish and seafood with various spices. Impeccably fresh fish is the secret to wonderful sashimi and sushi, served with wasabi and soya sauce. The Japanese love of beauty and simplicity turns slices and chunks of raw fish into miniature works of art. Fish sliced so thin that it’s transparent may be arranged on a platter in a delicate fan that alternates pink-fleshed salmon with paler slices of fish. Sushi is typically arranged to best display the colors and textures to their best advantage, turning the platter and plate into palettes for the artistry of the chef.

Traditionally, meat plays a minor role in the Japanese diet, though it has been taking a larger and larger role over the past fifty years as Japan becomes more westernized. Beef, chicken and pork may be served with several meals a week now. One of the more popular meat dishes is ‘yakitori’ – chicken grilled on a skewer and served with sauce. A typical quick lunch might include a skewer of yakitori and a rice bowl with sushi sauce.

In an interesting twist, Japan has imported dishes from other cuisines and ‘Japanized’ them, adopting them as part of their own cuisines. Korokke, for instance, are croquettes adopted from those introduced by the English last century. In Japan, the most common filling is a mixture of mashed potatoes and minced meat. Other Soshoyu – western dishes that have made their way into Japanese everyday cuisine include ‘omuraisu’, a rice omelet, and hambagau, the Japanized version of an American hamburger.

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Japanese Restaurant Houston: Taiko Japanese Grill Review

2005-12-30T18:52:00.000-08:00

5857 Westheimer Rd Houston, TX 77057-5616

Taiko’s cosmopolitan décor and exciting, hibachi-style cooking, provides for a unique dining experience absent from many of the area’s other establishments. Combining the art of the beautiful with the science of the fresh, Taiko’s sushi chefs create the delights of the delicious. Watch as specialty chefs slice, spice and serve your food in front of your very eyes! Taiko’s fun-filled atmosphere creates a show-like ambiance while introducing guests to the theatrics of interactive dining. No matter what your appetite demands, you will be well satisfied. The professional staff at Taiko Japanese Grill and Sushi Bar looks forward to serving you soon.

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Japanese Restaurants in Houston

2005-12-26T09:18:00.000-08:00

If you haven't realized, Houston is a very diverse culture. There are a lot of Japanese Restaurants in Houston . With so many to choose from, it might be a momentous task trying out to decide which restaurant to eat at. Well here is one of my favorites:

Kubo's Sushi Bar & Grill
From after work happy hour to a romantic date, Kubo's great service and use of quality ingredients earned our editors pick. This Japanese restaurant is featured in numerous local publications. Excellent sushi's and Japanese dishes draws big weekend crowds to this full-service restaurant. Located in Rice village, Kubo is a perfect place to go before or after a day of shopping in Rice Village.

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Rickshaw Bambu

2005-12-22T07:58:00.000-08:00

After visiting Chinese Restaurant in Houston,and Japanese,Korean,Vietnamese,and Thai Restaurants in Houston Guide and reading their reviews, I finally got to confirm the favorable buzz around Rickshaw this weekend. I went with a friend and had a fabulous time! They were accommodating to us on a bustling Saturday night. Try the Selzer roll: our server promised that it would ignite our senses and it delivered. I had the Mandarin Beef and the beef was so tender and juicy. Delicious (and spicy) to the very last bite! Also had a shot called the Porn Star. This concoction is not-to-be-missed. It's liquid ambrosia! The entire restaurant experience was fantastic -- the music, the food, the service, the cocktails , and the ambiance. The only one regret was not tasting the desserts which looked so good and tasty. Definitely it leaves something to look forward to next time!

Kim Son Chinese Restaurant in Houston Reader Review

2005-12-20T14:50:00.000-08:00

The Kim Son on Jefferson is probably the best one in Houston. Food doesn't take too long to be served, service is good, and seating doesn't take long either. The other locations are sub-par. I think that this restraunt is underestimated. Many people say that its too "Americanized" but I think its just right. If you go to the average vietnamese restraunt, the food is mediocre and so is the service. Here however, the food is quite delicious, nicely and beautifully prepared, and tastes fresh. You just have to know which dishes are good.

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Houston Japanese Restaurants: Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant

2005-12-17T17:38:00.000-08:00

Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant located in Houston, Texas is one of my favorite Japanese Restaurant in Houston. They have an awesome sashmi plate where you can order salom, salmon, shrimp, yellow tail tuna, and more. There sushi is also very good ranging from california rolls, to eel rolls.

I ordered tempura and udon noodle because I have not had those in a long time. I love udon for some reason, probably because the noodle is thick the soup tastes great. The tempura is top notch. Overall I would recommend Houston Japanese Restaurant to everyone!

Houston Chinese Restaurants Guide

2005-12-15T10:37:00.000-08:00

For all of those who do not know, there is a Houston Chinese Restaurants guide out there. It has all the Chinese Restaurants in Houston as well as Japanese Restaurants in Houston. The guide contains detailed reviews, menus, and photos of various restaurants. It also contains a detailed Chinese food guide from different areas in Asia. Whether you like Hunan Cuisine, Sichuan Cuisine or other cusines, the guide has all the information.

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Chinese Restaurant Houston: Shanghai Restaurant

2005-12-12T08:24:00.000-08:00

I went to Shanghai Restaurant this past weekend and I have to say it is a very nice place to dine in Chinatown Houston. They have the best hunan and other Chinese province dishes in town, my opinion of course. When you see the restaurant on the outside, it does not seem much. But once you walk through the doors, you will notice the beautifully decorated interior decor. What is so nice about this restaurant is the amount of attention spent on making the dining experience as good as possible. Especially in Houston Chinatown but I want to make a point that most restaurants in Chinatown Houston is very clean, offers good service, and makes quality food dishes. The whole image problem is in the past now. Anyways I had a great time dining at this Chinese Restaurant in Houston.

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Houston Chinese Restaurants

2005-12-10T07:16:00.000-08:00

Q: My wife loves Chinese food. I was wondering if you can recommend an authentic Chinese restaurant in Houston for me to take her for her birthday.

A: Dear Houston Chinatown web portal user, thank you for the question. There are a lot of authentic Houston Chinese restaurants you can choose. The one that really stands out in my eyes has to be Tay Do Chinese Vietnamese Restaurant. There are two locations. The first is at 2529 Hwy. 6 South (across from West Oaks mall) and the other is at 11201 Bellaire Blvd. (next to Hong Kong City Mall).

What makes Tay Do Chinese Vietnamese Restaurant stand out? First they have beautifully decorated interiors. If you go visit their website, Tay Do Chinese Vietnamese Restaurant, you will see that it is really a piece of art on the inside of the restaurant. Next, their food is above par. They serve authentic Chinese and Vietnamese dishes which should do double duty for you if you decide on a Vietnamese dish as well. Thirdly, you will not be shell shocked by your bill at the end of the meal.

You should definitely try this Chinese restaurant. I think your wife will like it too. Like I mentioned above, there are plenty of Houston Chinese restaurants, but this one stands out the most.

If you have a chance, visit Chinese Restaurant in Houston,and Japanese,Korean,Vietnamese,and Thai Restaurants in Houston Guide. It will also answer your question in more detail plus you will get a taste of the types of Chinese and Asian food avaible out there.

Houston Japanese Restaurant

2005-12-07T21:31:00.000-08:00

Q: What are some of the best Japanese Restaurants in Houston?

A: We would suggest a couple of Japanese restaurants that stand out in Houston. The first is Zake Japanese Cuisine located 2946 S. Shepherd Dr. They have a really cool bar, lounge, and awesome sushi's. They also have happy hour daily and dj spinning on the weekends. Very fusion environment.
The second Japanese Restaurant in Houston we would suggest is Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant. They have a great lunch special deal that comes with tempura, teriyaki chicken, miso soup, rice, and Japanese vegetables. All for only $7.95 which is a great deal in my opinion.
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Chinese Restaurant in Houston Guide and Review

2005-12-06T09:26:00.000-08:00

Tea.Cafe
9354 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036
(Left corner of Diho Shopping Center)

On the outside of Tea café there are a few tables and chairs set up under the shade, for those who like to hang out with their friends. Inside the store, you will see it is very nicely decorated. From the uniform golden oak table and chairs to the classical Chinese style teapot display on the wall and almond color curtain with the red lantern hanging on the side, this place is culturally balanced. The bubble tea tastes perfect, and the size of the drink is bigger than its competitors. I give it two thumbs up!

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Houston Chinese Restaurants Guide

2005-12-02T14:52:00.000-08:00

Pine Forest Garden Vegetarian Restaurant

9108 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036

-Review by PCH
Pine Forest Garden Vegetarian Restaurant is one of the most impressive place I have ever been to. It is not like the conventional vegetarian restaurant. Pine Forest is very clean and the food is awesome. In order to enhance the taste of the dishes, some vegetarian restaurant tend to use a little too much oil when they cook. But in Pine Forest Garden, the cooking oil is used in a very moderate amount and yet the dishes are still tasteful. Also believe it or not, the vege Kung Pao chicken tastes just like the real Kung Pao chicken. Also, Tofu in Szechuan style is also a must try. This spicy tofu dish taste especially delicious when mixed with rice. The Lunch buffet is also a great deal. For $5.50, you can have a very healthy alternative lunch without sacrificing the taste.

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2005-11-29T15:25:00.000-08:00

Noodle House Chinese Restaurant
9160 Bellaire Blvd, Suite B
Houston, TX 77036
Tele: 713-779-3809
(Located in Diho Square)

The Scene
When you walk into the restaurant, you will notice the nice ambience and subdued tone of the colors used in this restaurant. The paintings and artwork on the walls are a nice touch. The ambience of this restaurant is very nice. There is also plenty of seating available, however, it might get a bit crowded on the weekend.

The Food
Taiwanese dishes and noodle bowls are the main features here at Noodle House. They have my favorites, beef noodle soup and black pepper steak with noodle. Also on the menu are Taiwanese appetizers and traditional Taiwanese breakfast.

Heads Up
Noodle House Chinese Restaurant is located in Diho square next to the police station.

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2005-11-28T14:14:00.000-08:00

Hunan Plus Chinese Restaurant

9124 Bellaire Blvd
Houston, TX 77036
Tele: 713-995-8825
(Located in Diho Square)

Hunan Plus has been part of my life for years! When we used to live in the Sharpstown area we would eat there at least twice a week! They have the best lunch specials in town and they give you so much food you are rolling out of there! The lunch specials are about $3 and that includes all the soup you can scarf down!! My wife and I work in the Galleria area and now that we live in Sugar Land we still find ourselves picking food up at least once a week. Lisa, the owner's daughter knows us by name and she has always been very pleasant and nice to us over the years! This place gets so busy that I often wonder why they don't expand to a bigger location! Maybe they will one day. I keep hinting to Lisa that she needs to open up a location in Sugar Land! What makes their place so unique is that the food is always served fresh and piping hot and the prices are absolutely the best in town for Chinese food. So don't waste your hard earned money on those uppity Chinese restaurants in the higher rent parts of town. If you just like to eat and get a real feel for Chinese culture. check this place out and enjoy a culinary experience that you'll never forget!

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2005-11-27T15:24:00.000-08:00

King Bo II Chinese Restaurant
4707 Hwy. 6 South
Missouri City, TX 77459
(Dulles Ave. next to Starbucks)

For all the "Sugarland-ers" who do not feel like driving 30 minutes to Chinatown for authentic Chinese cuisine – King Bo is THE place for you! It's nestled in the quiet neighborhood of Sugar Land, at the corner of Dulles and Highway 6 (next to Starbucks). Whether you want a nice sit-down dinner or a quick takeout, King Bo caters to everyone! There are a lot of large round circular tables that are perfect for family gatherings! Seafood is definitely King Bo's forte! Fresh lobsters and crabs are a must-try when you visit King Bo. There are also set menus such as Dinner for 4 to 12. Authentic Chinese cuisine with great atmosphere and friendly service – try it out and discover this hidden treasure in Sugar Land!

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2005-11-25T16:40:00.000-08:00

Lucky Dragon Chinese Restaurant
9266 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036
(next to Diho supermarket)

The Scene:
There are plenty of tables available for you to enjoy your meal. The restaurant has a nice pink on white theme and the atmosphere is great.

The Food:
Lucky dragon provides one of the most versatile menu in Chinatown area. From seafood, chicken, duck, beef, pork dishes to hot pot and noodle dishes, this place will satisfy all taste buds. And if you want to enjoy one of the best Hong Kong style seafood cuisine, this is also a place that you do not want to miss. There is even a to-go menu for those wanting to take these delicious food home to feast on. Prices are very reasonable too.

Heads Up:
If you want to have a decent lunch and also want to save a buck or two, do not forget to check out the lunch special menu. And if you want to try one of the best Hong Kong style seafood cuisine, this is a place that you do not want to miss.

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2005-11-23T18:46:00.000-08:00

Grand Cafe Chinese Restaurant
9102 Bellaire Blvd
Houston, TX 77036
Tele: 713-779-8889
(Located in Diho Square)

The Scene
On the outside, Grand Cafe might not seem much. But once you walk into this restaurant, this cozy small restaurant will grab your attention. The colored lights hanging down the ceiling is a very nice touch along with the wall accent lights. The chairs are elegant, however, the tables don't match quite as well.
The Food
You get the traditional Chinese dishes here along with a few Chef specials.
Heads Up
Located on the outer edge of Diho Square, parking on the weekends can be hard to find.

Tapioca House

2005-11-22T20:22:00.000-08:00

Tapioca House
9104 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston 77036
(located by Welcome Shopping Center)
Tele: 713-272-6468

The Scene:
Hip, cafe style with a touch of class is a good description of Tapioca House. Design is very clean and modern. Artwork from fellow patrons hang on the wall for display really complements the atmosphere of this place. There is plenty of room for people to come in and play card games, talk, or do homework. This is the perfect place for conversations with a client, date, or just hang out.

The Food:
Tapioca House serves traditional Taiwanese meals and snacks. Their main focus, however, is on Bubble tea and other drinks like coffee. They have a huge list of teas, fruit drinks, and smoothies to try. Their meals and snacks are tasteful and just like how it should be made.

Heads Up:
Wireless internet is available here free of charge!! They also have buy promotion where after the 10th drink, the next one is free. This is a great place for all people of all ages to come and relax and enjoy life.

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2005-11-21T14:30:00.000-08:00

Antony's House Chinese Restaurant
4645 Highway 6, Suite W
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Tele: 281-491-0098
(Located next to East Cafe Buffet)

The Scene
Antony's House is a trendy Chinese restaurant. The interior is simple yet effective. A few tables and chairs outside makes dining perfect on those beautiful days and nights.

The Food
Their menu is enormous. They offer sandwiches and traditional Chinese snacks, all sorts of rice entrees like baked pork chop with fried rice, and noodle bowls. And then there is the Chef's special section with over 20 authentic Chinese dishes. They also have a family dinner special where you can choose from a dinner for 2 to a dinner for 4 feast.

Heads Up
Not only does Antony's Cafe offer food, they have an enormous beverage menu including a variety of milk teas, different types of green and black tea, slushy, shakes, coffee, cappuccino, Hong Kong style drinks, and blizzards (unique drink).

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2005-11-20T17:18:00.000-08:00

Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle Chinese Restaurant
9338 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036
(Located next to Diho Center)

Ay-Chung’s famous House Special Thin Noodle history goes back more than 30 years. The price is good and the thin noodle tastes great. This famous thin noodle is made from rice flour and the soup is made from thick cornstarch mixed with basil, black pepper and oysters. If you have never tasted it before, then you should give it a try.

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2005-11-18T17:06:00.000-08:00

Pine Forest Garden Vegetarian Restaurant
9108 Bellaire Blvd.
Houston, TX 77036

Pine Forest Garden Vegetarian Restaurant is one of the most impressive place I have ever been to. It is not like the conventional vegetarian restaurant. Pine Forest is very clean and the food is awesome. In order to enhance the taste of the dishes, some vegetarian restaurant tend to use a little too much oil when they cook. But in Pine Forest Garden, the cooking oil is used in a very moderate amount and yet the dishes are still tasteful. Also believe it or not, the vege Kung Pao chicken tastes just like the real Kung Pao chicken. Also, Tofu in Szechuan style is also a must try. This spicy tofu dish taste especially delicious when mixed with rice. The Lunch buffet is also a great deal. For $5.50, you can have a very healthy alternative lunch without sacrificing the taste. One of a handful of Vegetarian restaurants in Houston, this place is a must try.

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2005-11-17T11:16:00.000-08:00

Zake Japanese Restaurant
2946 S. Shepherd Dr.
Houston, TX 77098

Zake is a very stylish and contemporary restaurant that provides a lot of great fusion cooking. Inside, they have a restaurant section and a lounge section. This is a very cool place to get traditional sushi at the sushi bar while enjoying modern music and the surrounding setting. Zake has DJ spinning dance music every Friday and Saturday night so after you have your meals with your friend or your date, you can just enjoy your weekend night hanging out there. Zake is also a good place to meet a lot of young professionals, so if ever you want to try some place new, meet some new people or impress your date, this is the right place to go.

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