Was so excited to try this place!!! It's been on my list! We had early reservations and they worked out perfectly. Started with the scallion waffle which was such a mind play!! Savory when you expect sweet. The sambal butter makes it!! Use liberally. The steak frittes cooked to perfection and the rice cakes were so good and SO SPICY!! Amazing. Pandan ice cream was a great way to end the meal. I wanted the sundae but it was so big. The lovely waitress made it with just in scoop and it was devine!! The only critiques I can give is when it's just two people, don't seat them at a booth for 4-6 people. Be mindful. read more

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NEVER GOING BACK.... Totally forgot about the reservation and got a $40 charge. We have been here several times and enjoyed. But too many places in Houston and the Heights. read more

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This place has been getting lots of buzz so we stopped by. Talk about disappointing. This was probably the most disappointed we've been by a new restaurant in years. Small menu (which I like) but many items on the menu weren't accurate. When I informed the waiter that I don't like mayo, she told me what to eat and what to stay away from (basically half of the menu). Unfortunately she's not as familiar with the menu as she claimed to be. The honey on the shrimp toast was actually honey mayo *vomit emoji* and one of our other dishes also had a sauce with mayo in it. Please servers - know your menu and what is on each dish. And please owners - if you're gonna describe the ingredients of each dish, please list them all. I'm honestly shocked this place is Michelin recommended. It's probably more on par with PF Chang's. Just very mediocre Chinese food, although the drinks are very good. If you're on the fence about going here, trust me, skip it and go elsewhere. There are so many better spots in the area. Don't be fooled by the Michelin buzz. read more

What a great place to get Chinese food in Houston! The food was very flavorful, not too salty, presented neatly, the service was great! The place inside is also very beautiful, the menu has a lot of tasty options. Overall, I highly recommend and would come back. read more

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Yum! Enjoyed this place from start to finish. It is decorated very tastefully and beautifully- we really loved the design. The story about the owners parents was really lovely too. We loved the drinks as well- we got the el Diablo and the bamboo martini. Both were absolutely delicious! Very complex flavors. For dinner we started with the savory scallion waffle which was really delicious! It was very airy and light and tasted more like bread than a waffle. The butter on it was so unique and amazing! Next we had the fajita chow fun, which I really enjoyed. It was a little spicy and the noodles had a wonderful flavor. Lastly we had the rice cakes. This was probably my least favorite hoenstly, not bad but it was very heavy on the rice flavor and I feel like it overpowered the rest of the dish. Overall though, everything was amazing! Would definitely go back read more

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Went to Houston last weekend and was very impressed by all the food. We came here for brunch on a Sunday. Service was so accommodating and friendly and even though we did not specifically request a booth on our reservation they were able to give us a booth. We ordered: Scallion waffles: love loved. The butter was really umami and loved the texture of this. Would eat again if lived in town. Noodles: it was just okay. The noodles themselves had a great texture but I think the description of the dish made us think it was going to be more acidic and overall other than the mushrooms in it it lacked flavor. Needed to go harder on the sauce. Congee: loved loved loved. Pickled vegetables were great in it. Was so umami and happiness inducing. Crab omelette: it wasn't my thing but husband and sister in law devoured and loved it. Overall I would come again! Wish I lived in Houston read more

Agnes and Sherman - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Finally had the chance to check out this new Asian American diner! What a interesting take! Had their savory scallion waffle with sambal honey butter, one of their most popular items and it did not disappoint! A great mix of savory with a hint of sweetness to it. My brother and I loved it. Theres a distinct aftertaste that surprised us so much. Ill have to try the addition of the chicken next time but overall I think this dish was worth it. Kim-Chilaquiles - wow really love the fusion here. Kimchi and chilaquiles, both two items I love. Large portion, with a side of avocado. This was easily a favorite between us as well. Really worth! Breakfast bling - green chorizo, eggs, scallion pancake, spicy crema - wasn't a huge fan of this one. It was fairly bland scallion pancake that was essentially a crispy tortilla that I think could have used more spicy crema spread out with more chorizo & eggs. The toppings on this is VERY thin. The ambiance was lovely inside, I think they nailed that asian inspired dinner feel. Since Lunar new years was more recent they still had some Lunar new year lanterns up. The prices here are a bit higher as to be expected of a more upscale asian diner. Parking is plentiful nearby. We were able to walk in and be seated for Sunday's brunch but I imagine a reservation would be needed for more peak times Overall I think this place is great and will come back! Will have to give the cheeseburger fried rice a try next. read more

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Took mom here while she was in town and loved it! We tried the Cheeseburger fried rice (7/10), Taiwanese Disco fries (10/10), and the Crawfish Egg Foo Young (0/10). We loved the first two dishes as they were a great combination of vietnamese cuisine and american flavors we all love. The last was not our favorite and tasted like "burnt eggs". Despite this, service was AMAZING from the servers to owners, I would definitely come back to try more they have to offer! Such a cute aesthetic and love the vietnamese representation! read more

Agnes and Sherman - entry way - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

Everything was fantastic. It's a cute little space with really friendly staff. The food. Amazing. My husband loves Asian American food, while I love a good diner. This restaurant is the best of both. Krab Rangoons are always a necessity in my mind. Turning it into a dip?! Next level. They have a fun bar service. I think the only two things my husband has talked about in the past four days are the crawfish egg foo young and a creepy podcast I've been listening to, because I know bout all the good stuff. Get yourself here before they get the James Beard "Best New Restaurant" title, and you have to wait months to get a reservation. read more

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Cute interior that reminded me of a refined diner. Service was very prompt and approachable. They have. plastic plates, bowls , and silverware for kids so I was pretty charmed. Our server gave great recommendations and helped us pick out the perfect amount of dishes. It's hard to pinpoint which dishes are a must as everyone in my group kinda had their own favorite. I ordered the Dou milk shake which was fun flavor wise but was not texturally like a milk shake. I don't think it met the definition of milk shake what so ever. Very liquidity, lots of ice, not very sweet (I didn't mind this and it made the drink actually quite pleasant). I think if it was called something else other than a milk shake, I would have loved it more. The mocktail - Mojo-Nono was very refreshing. Will try to make this at home. Well balanced citrusy drink that would be perfect in the summer. All the dishes came out super fast - suspiciously fast. Although good, none of the food was hot. The scallion waffle was a favorite of everyone - even the non waffle lover. The butter carries the dish but the waffle was fluffy. The scallion flavor wasn't very present but still delicious. My personal favorite was the Engsu's Chicken. Great crunch, salty but not too salty. Loved the lettuce combo and the sauce with it amplified the umami factor. The Taiwanese Disco Fries didn't hit the mark. It was missing the crunch and all the goobers on it distracted from the fries which were far too thin. The Jian-BLT was cool because in essence - it was just a classically good BLT but wrapped in an egg. I kinda wanted to have something dip it in but that's just me. The krab Rangoon also loved - not too fishy, not overwhelmingly cream cheesy. The cheeseburger rice was decisive. Maybe too exotic for me. I can't put my had on what I don't like but overall still well done and half of my group would order again. We had a great time and the portions are generous. We would return. read more

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Every item was a hit- the waffle had such a unique flavor and was delicous must order. I will be back to try more dishes that weren't on their brunch menu. Atmosphere is casual cute diner. read more

Agnes and Sherman - Breakfast bing - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We made reservations. This place is super cute. Asian fusion comfort food. So much comfort in the food. I'm so glad I got to experience it with my besties. We shared three plates and a dessert amongst four people. The staff was helpful in making recommendations. We will definitely return to try other dishes. read more

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Nick Wong and team, you've done something really special here! What a unique (and delicious) concept, set in an aesthetically retro and fun space. Without a doubt the best "diner" food I've ever had. Every dish is such a great fusion of culture and flavors, but in particular the scallion waffle, Rangoon, chilled cucumber, and egg foo young blew me away. Thanks for bringing something new and amazing to the Houston dining scene! read more

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this was definitely a pricier brunch we ordered the savory scallion waffle with fried orange chicken ($24) and the breakfast bing ($20). the breakfast bing was just okay, but the savory scallion waffle was very yummy especially with the orange chicken! it came with two chicken thighs that were super flavorful and crispy on the outside. the waffle had the perfect crunch & the sambal honey butter really tied everything together. would definitely order this again. service was just okay. they had a private party wrapping up, and we asked if we could sit at one of the tables they were cleaning. we were told no since those seats were reserved for the party, and were directed to sit at the bar (which was actually within the private party area). about 10 minutes later - they seated other guests at the exact table we had asked for & the whole time we were there, people from the party were standing right behind us talking, which made the experience pretty uncomfortable. also, he bartender spilled part of a drink onto our plate lols Savory Scallion Waffle with fried orange chicken ($24) sambal honey butter + add fried orange chicken +10 Breakfast Bing * $20 green chorizo, eggs, scallion pancake, spicy crema read more

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Great experience here! The decor is tasteful and restrained. The Bamboo Martini was delicious! The Jian BLT was awesome, and the Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl was delicious! Coretta was an excellent server who really knew the menu well. Definitely a new go-top place in the Heights. read more

Agnes and Sherman is a diner located on Montrose, which focuses on Asian-American fusion, and brings a creative twist to the Asian-American fusion food scene in Houston. Their menu has a variety of different classic American dishes, such as burgers, BLTs, Cajun food, Tex-Mex, and more, and blends it with a variety of dynamic Asian flavors from Korean to Taiwanese to Vietnamese, showcasing a "fusion within a fusion," that reflect their diverse culinary backgrounds. The dishes I tried were savory scallion waffle, chicken caesar salad wrap, and egg foo young. The savory scallion waffle was my favorite and was a food mixture of sweet and savory with the sambal honey butter. The chicken caesar wrap was more on the oily side but very crispy. I did wish it came with a sauce to dip in, as it felt like it was missing something. The egg foo young was slightly saltier than I expected but a good combination of flavors, and I thought it was pretty good. After living in San Francisco for some time, the diner is very reminiscent of SF with a Houston mix. I really love the interior, and I think it's a great place if you are stuck in a rut and want to try something different and new that you can't really find in other places in Houston. read more

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This place is such a neat concept! It's like an asian american diner - mixing diner food with asian flavors. My personal favorite was the shrimp toast! It was so delicious and had the same flavor profile as the walnut shrimp dish at a chinese restaurant. The cheeseburger fried rice was pretty interesting. It tasted like a deconstructed burger, but it was fried rice. The jian-BLT was also pretty good! Steak was cooked well but might suggest using a different cut of meat. It wasn't very tender from what I remember. The sundae was also really good! Comes with 3 massive scoops of ice cream and a tall stack of whipped cream. Awesome way to end a comfort fusion meal Service was good and our server was helpful in pointing out some highlights from the menu. One of the co-owners noticed my family trying to take a selfie and she offered to take a picture for us! So nice and attentive Make sure to make reservations! It was very busy when I went on a Tuesday night. Free street parking. read more

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My husband and I took his family here to eat after Christmas and had a wonderful time. We made a reservation the night before for lunch. We initially made a reservation for 5, but they were able to accommodate and increase our reservation to 6. We were seated at a big booth and we all fit fine into that without needing to put a chair at the end. Our server was excellent. He was very honest with recommendations and very patient as we tried to figure out what to order. It did take some time to get water refills and to get our check at the end, but otherwise, it was a great experience. The food is so good! A great fusion spin on Asian cuisine. We started out with the savory scallion waffle and everyone agreed that we should have gotten another one. The food then came out as it was ready. We had the Taiwanese disco fries, which were also really good. The Rangoon is a deconstructed crab rangoon and also very good as a dip. Though, we could have used more wonton chips. The cheeseburger fried rice tasted just like a big mac. It tasted even better as leftovers the next day. The General Tso boy was also really good and the beef on the dip was also nice and tender. The BBQ club though was another favorite and I was surprised at how good a club could be with Chinese pork. For drinks, I had the Dr. Wong and the Miss Lee and both were really good. My husband really liked the Big Red Bean until they ran out of it. The atmosphere is casual and fun. Very family friendly and good for groups, though they don't have many large tables so recommend a reservation. Street parking only; it was easy to find a spot right out front. read more

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We came here for New Year's Eve and enjoyed it. For a starter we had the cornbread and ham, the cornbread and butter was good but we both didn't care for the ham. For drinks, we both had the El Diablo and liked it. For entrees, we had the crispy shrimp, I had the egg foo young, and my fiancée had the steak frites. We loved the shrimp, I was smitten with the egg foo young (crawfish and gumbo are my favorite foods), and he liked his steak. The service was good and we were given a complimentary glass of champagne. read more

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Went to Agnes and Sherman for dinner with some friends on a Saturday evening. You definitely want to make reservations as it's busy on a weekend! The staff was really nice, and offered many recommendations. We started off with the scallion waffle and the Taiwanese disco fries. The waffle was good, but the disco fries were definitely the hit for appetizers. As for mains we shared the egg foo young, Engsu's chicken, and the steak frites. All were really good, but I'd have to say the chicken was probably my favorite. Overall I had a very positive experience and would definitely return! read more

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The love in this space is palpable, it feels good to be here; it's bright, vibrant and full of energy. Agnes and Sherman has got a lot of buzz and it's well earned. You can tell the owners poured their heart and soul into this concept. I feel like it's pulling east coast, west coast, and Houston influences seamlessly into a little haven on 19th. Food: Lunch & Brunch were awesome and by this point I know you know the regular highlights - but I would like to spotlight the wedge salad! It was perfect - the Chinese sausage dill combo was heavenly. Tip: Don't skip the chocolate chip cookie! Drinks: WHAT!? Honestly, how could we expect any less from this team, it's absurd I didn't expect excellence. But, let me tell you, I would come back just for the cocktails! Service: ***** read more

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Really cute space in the Heights. Friendly and attentive servers. Quite pricy, but expected for the area and asian fusion. We ordered a few items on the menu to share. While the concept of the dishes seemed interesting, nothing really wowed us. Savory scallion waffle w/ sambal honey butter - crispy, but kinda flavorless without the honey butter and I wasn't really a fan of the honey butter. Shrimp ceviche (was not called ceviche) - the best item we had. Perfect amount of zing and spice. Flavorful and we liked the crackers they served it with. Pandan french toast - this was one thick slice of toast. Very pandan forward with crispy coconut flakes. Enjoyed this one too. French fries w gravy, cheese, and mustard greens - the fries were thin shoestring and well cooked. Crab omelette - this is scrambled eggs with crab layered on top of rice with fish sauce on top. Very homey, we make this at home all the time sans crab. Not something I would have ordered at a restaurant if I knew this is how it would have been served, but still tasty. Congee - thick. Had an egg and pickled mustard greens. We found a long gray strand of hair in it before we got to try it. It really threw off the meal. They apologized and offered for us to order something else. We ordered the benedict. Char siu benedict - felt like something they just threw together. The flavors did not go together at all. Got the bill & the benedict was charged to us. We were under the impression it wouldn't be, but that's on our interpretation of the conversation, not them. Overall, was nice to try but would not come back. read more

Fun vibes and playlist, friendly staff, terrible parking lol Closed Tue-Wed Got the one table with a lazy susan! We ordered almost everything of course. My faves: Rangoon dip, chilled noodles, chilled cucumbers (pro tip: mix the noods with the cucumbers!), savory scallion waffle, shrimp toast, Chinese BBQ club, crispy shell-on shrimp, steak frites A couple misses (for me): Engsu's Chicken (a little dry), beef fajita chow fun, al pastor fried rice read more

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I'd been wanting to checkout this Asian American owned establishment that sits where Shade, and later, Alice Blue, once did. The decor is bright, airy, and carries a nice balance between simple and modern with a diner vibe. Parking is available along the street and nearby open surface lots. Upon walking in the brunch reservation was confirmed and our party was sat within five minutes of the table being cleared. Food & Drink - 5* This is a family dining concept where multiple dishes can be ordered for sharing. And wow, there's so many items you will want to try but not have the appetite for! The cheeseburger fried rice is on another level delicious, we all agreed this could be a singular item we would all exclusively have if given the chance. The Kim-chilaquiles is a nice twist on the traditional dish. There was a small portion of egg that was not cooked, but other than no complaints and it's a very shareable dish. For a dessert go with the pandan French toast or a scoop of pandan ice cream. For drinks, the Bloody Mary was interesting, not as traditional as one would expect in terms of looks or mouthfeel with a thicker tomato juice, but it has a nice kick to it. Very enjoyable over the course of our entire meal. Service - 4.5* From the time we walked in to when we left, we were never short on anything. We never ran out of water or waited too long between dishes arriving. The drinks took a little longer than expected, but I chalk this up to a heavy brunch crowd. It was absolutely packed when we arrived. Cost - 5* Subjective as I always say, but when one considers the quality, the portion, and the service - it's worth the price. We all walked away fully satisfied. Overall - 4.75* I'm glad to say that owners Chef Nick Wong and Lisa Lee are carrying the torch of yet another great spot in this part of town. So whether you're visiting the city for the first time or live nearby, this spot is well worth visiting as a locally owned establishment. We will be back! read more

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What a cute place! The service was very good and on top of things and they were overall very friendly. I do think the food is a bit of a hit or miss. Not a crazy miss - just not sure if it's worth the cost of a pricey brunch! Things that I loveeed were the cheeseburger fried rice (great flavor - love the American cheese with it), pandan French toast (heavy on the pandan which is PERFECT and coconut added great complimentary flavor to pandan and great texture), and Rangoon dip (delicious light wonton chips and yummy creamy crab Rangoon dip!). Item I'm not sure was worth it was the breakfast bing - I didn't love the flavors of it - I wanted them to lean more Asian than fusion/mexican on it. Congee and scallion waffle with orange chicken were solid - just not obsessed read more

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First time at Agnes & Sherman and we had a great time. Everything about the restaurant including the staff were incredibly welcoming when you walk in. We did not make any reservations but made sure to come in early right at the start of dinner. We ordered a few cocktails which were absolutely delicious. Our waiter brought out one of their specials for the evening which was a bone marrow dish that was super flavorful. Steak frites were a tad salty but still glad we tried it out of curiosity. The rice cakes and cucumbers are a must try and our favorites of the night. Overall - drinks 10/10, atmosphere 10/10, food 8/10. read more

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This spot is small and intimate, which makes for a great dining experience right from the start. The food was excellent and genuinely unique -- not the kind of dishes you can find just anywhere. We had a waffle for dinner (yes, and it worked), along with a fried rice that was far from typical: cheeseburger fried rice, and it was fantastic. The steak frites was also very good, and the shoestring fries were some of the best I've had in a long time. Overall, every dish impressed. Service was great as well once we were seated. Our waiter really took the time to understand our preferences and recommended cocktails with creative twists on the ingredients, which we loved. The only minor downside is how close some of the tables are to each other. I'm not a big fan of the wall-lined tables with a shared bench where it feels like you're practically sitting with your neighbors. That said, I didn't deduct a star since we were seated at a table that didn't have that issue. Would definitely recommend and would happily return. read more

Agnes and Sherman - Cheeseburger fried rice - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Unfortunately, I was extremely underwhelmed. Our server was not the friendliest and food was just OK. The Rangoon appetizer was delicious, but my steak was super tough. Not sure I would return or recommend read more

Agnes and Sherman - Rangoon - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Service is slow at lunch hour since we didn't reverse a table...the food were like a combination of both western style and oriental taste.. kind of pricey for the quality of food. read more

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Thanks a waffle-lot for the excellent service and good food. Our server and all the staff made us feel welcomed. Their menu had a fun blend of Asian and American flavors. read more

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The chicken and waffles were very good. The Kim-chilaquiles was a disappointment. The chips were soggy when served and we had no idea what we were supposed to do with the shovel-like utensil; on the plus side, the eggs were done perfectly. The bean-anoffee pie was tasty. The interior is very bright and a bit noisy when fully occupied. The service was good. I thought the menu was a bit gimmicky. There was nothing that would entice me to return. read more

Unique and interesting fusion food that was surprisingly good, like savory waffles with orange fried chicken or a deconstructed Big Mac using fried rice. The cocktail bar provided some fun options. The ambiance was light, bright and inviting. Like a good breakfast/lunch place should be. Very busy but I never got a sense of being crowded. Service was great. Very attentive and well informed staffs given the unique dishes it's important the staff can help navigate the choices. Overall a great place to catch up with a friend or have a light hearted meetings. The food was good, but nothing I had was great. Which to me is defined by something I need to come back for as soon as I'm done. I'll be back because it's in the neighborhood, but I'll be hoping to find that killer dish that draws me back. read more

Agnes and Sherman - Cocktails galore - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is really over-hyped, and I'm sad to say that. We made some reservations for 2 for a Sunday night. The area in the heights is really nice - parking is easy, lots of nice places to walk around. Despite it being easy to get a reservation a few hours before, the place was busy! In fact, we had to wait 20min past our reservation time for a table to open up. Service was quick after that. Cocktails were good - I particularly liked the Big Red Bean - clarified + bourbon-- sign me up! Food itself was okay - the specialties recommended were the waffle, crab rangoon, egg foo young, cheeseburger fried rice. We ended up getting: Savory scallion waffle: 4/5 - honestly, just tasted like a waffle and butter, which is good in itself. Wish the scallions were more prominent. Chilled cucumbers: 4/5 - these were pretty basic, but good - chilled cucumbers with chili oil. Watch out - there's some peppercorn in there, so your mouth might tingle a bit. Egg foo young: 3/5 - this was okay. It's unique with the crawfish, but it was just okay. We had to douse it in some Cajun hot sauce that they brought it out with for some flavor. Cheeseburger fried rice: 2/5 - maybe we should have looked up pictures before we ordered this - we were a bit disgusted when we saw the dish, and it tasted about how it looked. It basically looks like somewhat blended a cheeseburger and served it. Definitely not something I expected at a nicer restaurant. It tasted like a ground up cheeseburger... Pandan sundae: 3/5 - this was okay, but realistically based on the proportions should be called coconut whipped cream with a bit of pandan ice cream - it was 75% whipped cream, 25% ice cream. The flavors were good otherwise. I'm surprised by the attention this restaurant has received, it was an overall underwhelming experience- we'll likely not be back. read more

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Had high hopes going into A&S, but sadly I was disappointed. Service was great, friendly staff, but my review is based mostly on the food. The deconstructed crab wonton was slightly weird in my opinion...and the wonton crisps seemed to have been cooked in old oil and the color was super dark...didn't taste fresh...and the savory scallion waffle was underwhelming too! The waffle tasted like a regular waffle and the honey butter had very little sambal - it was really just honey butter! Then we ordered the chilled cucumbers for $10 - and while it was fresh and crispy...it wasn't worth $10!! I could make this at home and it wasn't memorable! Then we ordered the beef chow fun and it was so salty we had to send it back... A&S has perched itself on W 19th street in the heart of the heights, previously housed by Alice Blue! They're bringing an open concept kitchen, but for me, it didn't really carry a "diner" feel upon walking into the restaurant....the ambiance just felt like a casual restaurant but not truly embracing a "diner" experience. read more

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A great addition to the Heights area and very fun casual place to be at. Also pretty inside. Surprisingly there is adequate amount of parking if you look around (I usually think it's impossible to find something in the Heights area). Must-Gets/My Favorites: -Rangoon (I would literally come back just for this; amazing flavor) -Egg foo young -Jian-BLT -Chilled cucumbers (wish it was a bigger portion) -Carajillo -Expresso Martini Not that Memorable -Taiwanese Disco Fries -Rice Cakes -Beef Fajita Chow Fun (definitely not bad though) -Dou Milk Shake (not really a milkshake, more like a Che) I'm docking a star because of the price. I really don't understand why 1 waffle costs over $10. BUT I will say the service is top-notch and were VERY accommodating to me and my group. Usually places would want one card for a large group but they were really nice to split it up multiple times. If the price point goes down or matches the quantity of the food, I would come here all the time but it's definitely a good place to try. read more

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In a word - inconsistent. Our experience at Agnes and Sherman was all over the place. The scallion waffles were fantastic, a genuinely create standout dish. The wedge salad was a delight, albeit a bit overpriced. But yikes, the cheeseburger fried rice was a total swing and a miss, and was truly about the least favorite dish I've had at a restaurant this year. The salt and pepper fries were unremarkable. The service was friendly, and the setting inviting. Unlike most Houston restaurants, the location of Agnes and Sherman is an inviting place to stroll after dinner, which we did as we gazed in the various storefront windows. If I return, it will be for that waffle. read more

Took my two friends visiting from out of town after seeing a lot of great reviews online. I wasn't as familiar with some of the flavors or ingredients but our server was really great at suggesting how many dishes we should get as the restaurant is family style and explaining the flavors prior to ordering. Seating was comfortable and the decor is fun. I look forward to visiting again for brunch and trying dinner. read more

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This was such an awesome dinner! My friends had been raving about this spot so we decided to check it out for a group dinner. We were a bit late for our resy (thanks Houston traffic!) but called ahead and they were more than accommodating. Once our full party was there we were led to our booth. I love the diner-style setting and general feel of the restaurant - very homey and yet still elevated! Our server was very kind and helped us with our drink and app orders. I opted for the Dr. Wong - a refreshing rum-based drink with some spice, it was wonderful and made for a nice sip-through-dinner drink. For our group of five, we decided on the savory scallion waffle, wedge salad, and Rangoon to start. They came out pretty quickly - our unanimous fave was the Rangoon- the krab dip was phenomenal and went so well with the pepper jelly! The scallion waffle was also delicious - my friends mentioned getting it every time they visit, and I could see why! The honey butter was fantastic. Last, the wedge salad was also quite tasty - the ginger scallion ranch made for a nice dressing. For our entrees we all split the egg foo young, crispy shell-on shrimp, and steak frites. I like how shareable the dishes are. I had never tried shell on shrimp where you can eat the whole thing, but I loved them! The shell was very light and had a nice crunch to it. The seasoning was lovely. The egg foo young was a definite standout - a unique take on gumbo with egg, it was savory, rich, and soaked in with the rice so nicely. The steak was great - medium rare, soft and juicy. One of my favorites was the bernaise - I could not stop dipping the thin, crispy fries in it! Also a favorite of the night. For dessert, we could not say no to the bean-offee pie with a scoop of pandan ice cream. The salted bean dulce de leche was a delight on my tastebuds - a wonderful offset to the sweeter banana custard. I could not stop eating it! The pandan ice cream was tasty and refreshing. This is such a unique concept - modern Asian American food in the heart of Houston, served diner-style. It's the perfect mesh of Houston flavors, bringing together friends and family for a delicious night out. I will certainly try their brunch menu next. Till next time! read more

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I'd round up to 3.5 stars. I placed an order to go with an employee over the phone cause their online ordering system wasn't working. She was short and snippy. Maybe she was having a bad day, but I really wanted to try this place! They have a different menu for lunch vs dinner. For lunch we ordered the chicken teriyaki rice bowl, scallion waffle, Rangoon, beef fajita chow fun, and Taiwanese dip sandwich. The group favorite was the beef fajita chow fun. Lots of flavor and a fun twist on chow fun. Least favorite was the scallion waffle. It wasn't bad but also didn't have a wow factor. The Rangoon is basically served like chips and dip if you like crab rangoons. Chicken teriyaki rice bowl was definitely the most filling. Food was overall average in my opinion. read more

Enjoyed a fun and unique dinner here! The food is Asian-fusion and diner inspired, but the interior and overall experience is certainly more upscale. Service was prompt. We made a reservation since we had a large group of about 10 people. They easily accommodated our party size but I wouldn't personally recommend coming here with such a big group, unless everyone is for sure on board to split the food family-style. Splitting the bill was possible but the server kept pushing our group to consider family-style which wasn't our original plan, making a lot of us feel indecisive on how to order. - Savory Scallion Waffle: super delicious especially with the sambal honey butter, but could have benefitted from an included protein - Rangoon: fun take on crab rangoons and chips and dip, I would get this one again - Jian BLT: hard to eat but flavorful, wish there was more substance to the scallion pancake - Egg Foo Young: comforting and decandent take on Asian fusion gumbo - Dou Milk Shake: their pandan milkshake, which was nice and straightforward and almost reminded me of an ube-less halo halo - Carajillo: the smoothest and well balanced version of this drink I've had so far, my friends agreed that this was a really well made carajillo - Espresso Martini: well made but not as good as their carajillo! Love the concept here & definitely want to continue supporting creative, Asian-owned businesses. I look forward to my next meal here! - Ambiance: 5/5 - Food: 4/5 - Service: 4/5 read more

Agnes and Sherman - Diners Near Me - Houston, Texas

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