Usually reliable shaved ice spot in dun Huang plaza at Bellaire Chinatown…read more Food:5/5. Aesthetic pile of shaved ice, comes with one or two toppings and a drizzle depending on your size choice. 4/5 average value Service: 3/5. Not too important since it's not a fancy restaurant. However, the last time we went, it was cash only, and they had limited change in the register. You fill out a sheet with your shaved ice order and bring it to the front. Ambiance: 3/5. Not too crazy, there's a long bench in the middle and more tables on either side. Standard noise levels

I love Nu so much. I love their shaved ice it's delicious. I have gotten all of my family and…read morefriends hooked. That being said my only issue with the bellaire location is the cleanliness. It's always soooo dirty whenever we come. We brought family and it was just so gross. Everyone was using some spray cleaner we found on the counter to clean their own tables, and sometimes I don't want to be doing that when I come get dessert. Why are we cleaning and scrubbing down our seats before we sit??? Please Nu owners if you're reading this- I don't want the tables to be sticky anymore your desserts are so good but it's getting to the point where I want to go somewhere else because the inside is just sooooo dirty. Please!!! Maybe just start using disposable bowls for your dine in desserts as well? It's cleaner, and we don't have to stack dirty plates in a tub over the trash can. Idk just my thought process but still love the dessert.

If you're a HOG (Houston Original Gangsta), you know Star Snow is one of OG places in Chinatown off…read moreBellaire, previously known for boba, and now it's got awesome food as well. It still has that "hole in the wall" vibe, and it's a pretty small footprint though they somehow pack a ton of 2 seaters and 4 seater tables in there so there's actually a decent amount of seats. Lots of takeout business too. Now I hadn't been in a while, and for my recent visit, they had installed large electronic kiosks so you can order and pay without any human interaction. They also bring your food to you (I remember going to a counter to pick it up). Star Snow has gotten fancy! And the prices have definitely gone up but it's still relatively affordable. Now, you're probably thinking "blah blah blah what about the actual food?" Well, it's great. Delicious. The beef noodle soup is one of best you'll ever have (comparable to Noodle Kitchen in Spring, TX and Shang's in Las Vegas), and the fried tofu appetizer is spectacular. Warning: it comes out HOT so give it a minute unless you enjoy burning the inside of your mouth. I loved every bite of both dishes and I would order them again. And again. And again. So what are the downsides? Again, if you're a HOG, you know - it's the Dun Huang center parking. So packed. The center has so much good food and drink options. Just bite the bullet and head towards the garage and park on the roof. That's what I did because I had no choice on a Saturday for lunch. And once you're done, don't head back towards Bellaire (it will take you 10 min just to leave the lot). Sneak out onto the Beltway feeder. That's my pro tip for ya. Lastly, I'm not sure exactly how long this location has been open, but I know it's at least 18 years based on the oldest Yelp Review. When a restaurant survives for that long in the Dun Huang center, you know it's legit.

The best to ever do it. I've been coming here on the regular since I was in Chinese school on the…read moreweekends Food: 5/5. Breaded items are always on point, and even better fresh. Perfectly ok to take to go and reheat (except the squid, it gets tough). Smoothies are great, with modifiable sugar and ice content. Complimentary hot tea is available. Value: 5/5. Portions are very nice, while still being finishable. All the food and drink pictures came out to about $30 total. Ambiance: 3/5, not very important since it's a simple, quick sit down place to eat. Average noise level. Parking: 4/5 dependent on what day and time of day you go. It's in dun Huang plaza so there's a big lot, but you're going to be scrambling for a spot if you try coming on a weekend evening due to the overall business of this area. Service: 4/5. They are fast. No waiters/waitresses, you go up to the counter to get your drink, and a busser will typically bring your food. Fast is all that matters.

Hands down the best hot black sesame soup in Houston--piping hot, rich, and deeply toasted with an…read moreauthentic depth most local spots lack. For something cold, the Mixed Fruit Shaved Ice with Flan is a total must-order. Milky sweet ice combined with fresh fruit, and a rich flan to top it off. Highly recommend H-Town Cantonese dessert spot!

Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 2/5 Overall: 4.2 My group got the fresh fruit shaved ice with strawberry ice cream and coconut pudding. The shaved ice itself was really nice and fluffy, with the condensed milk topping being VERY sweet yet not overpowering. The fruit toppings we got, for the most part, were good. The pineapple and cantaloupe were both okay, though I think they both could've been fresher, but the strawberry and mango were both really good and complemented the shaved ice. I also really enjoyed the strawberry ice cream on top. I was a bit skeptical at first, but it added another dimension to the dish. The coconut pudding, though, was quite disappointing, not tasting like much and overall just feeling like a random and unnecessary addition to the otherwise really good dessert. The ambiance here was the main issue. It is a little bit barebones and not very decorated, but that didn't bother me. What did though was the piercing high pitched noise of the electronics, which made it really hard for me to focus, and the flashing lights, which just made me feel really disoriented. Still, this place is a hidden gem in the Dun Huang Plaza compared to everything else around it, and is definitely worth a try!

We liked this pace before but after becoming pregnant I'm literally obsessed. If I don't have a…read moregrass jelly fix weekly I am not a nice person, LOL. I unashamedly admit I have had an unhealthy amount of grass jelly and don't intend to slow down now. The shaved ice bowls are absolutely delicious as well either fresh fruit. Their teas are decent as well!

MeetFresh is one of my favorite places to recommend for delicious, inexpensive desserts, especially…read morewhen I'm trying to satisfy a group with a serious sweet tooth. I have a ton of younger cousins who are always working with an allowance budget, so finding somewhere that can actually appease their appetite without breaking the bank is not easy--especially if you're feeding 10+ kids. MeetFresh's $15 giant desserts are truly the king of both budget and flavor. I cannot stress enough how much of a hit this place was the first time I recommended it to my cousins. Whether I'm with them or not, they always make a point to stop by whenever they drive into Houston from College Station. For that reason alone, MeetFresh holds a special place in my heart. It has given my large family a fun, worthwhile experience time and time again. On my most recent visit, we had a friend flying in from Chicago, so we brought him and his girlfriend here. We collectively ordered the Taro Mochi Milk Shaved Ice, and wow--if you're a fan of Chinese herbal flavors, this is the dessert for you. I usually stick with the mango or strawberry fruit dishes, but this one reminded me of Sâm Bổ Lượng, a Vietnamese chè/sweet soup. The flavors were earthy, comforting, and perfectly balanced in sweetness. I genuinely could not stop eating it until the very end, when all that was left was a puddle of melted ice and mixed-up dessert "schlop" -- LOL. Truly, thank you, MeetFresh, for being such a great place to gather, share, and enjoy dessert without needing a huge budget.

This is such an amazing little find…read more First of all the mangonadas are like legit, spicy, sweet, and delicious. I was worried at first when I saw her make it, but that mangonada is something else. My husband had the strawberry shortcake, my mom the fresas con crema. They all seemed happy. The elote was perfect. I know she adds takis/hot cheetos to hers, but I let her know I didn't want that mess. I'm sure younger folks love it, I prefer the traditional way with cheese, spice, possibly mayo, butter, lemon salt. The kind you look for in maybe a 90s Fiesta. The agua fresca we had was watermelon flavored. Definitely a sweet steal. As for the vendor she was adorable, kind, and talented. If you're bougie you won't like where her truck is located. It's not scary, but you never know with some people. Main things to note is that she is a small business. If she runs out of something, that's it and it seems people in the neighborhood know about her, so she'll sale out of things fast. She also uses transactions with PayPal, cash app, etc. That may or may not be a deal breaker. Anyways, come and find this awesome snack food truck. You'll love it as the quality and prices can't be beat.

Everything on the menu is mouthwatering! The presentation is so pleasing, and the taste is *chefs…read morekiss* This is a great place to get your favorite Mexican antojitos! Great prices as well! You won't be disappointed (:

3/5/2023: Great service! The truck is conveniently located in the same vicinity as Big N's…read moreCrawfish. It's perfect for the kiddos and reasonably priced. They have snow cones (sno-balls) and ice cream. If you like tart, try the green apple snow cone. My little guy was nice to share a couple tastes with me. $8 total for the 2 items we ordered. The servings are big. The boys probably could have shared something, but I know it's more fun to have your own.

This is the best snowballs I have ever had! I would one thousand percent recommend !!read more

Cappuccino Tapioca Pearl - 2/5 very strong coffee taste, frozen…read moreMilk Tea with Tapioca - 4/5 Bland/watery

A more quiet location of Star Snow Ice with the same good food and drink and dessert but less…read morecrowded than the other location. It is a great place to try Taiwanese style shaved ice and Taiwanese food. The food menu has picture so you will know how your are ordering.

Delicious snowcones and even better customer service! I got the mangonada with chamoy but cant go…read morewrong with an old fashion snow cone!

Okay so Soto! Honestly great vibes here, server was great!…read moreHe explained everything so well and recommended so many items and the order we should eat them! My fave was the speciality nigiri I'm finally eating raw sushi. This was so good on my pallet we got the kinemadai and some rolls crunchy salmon and wagyu land and sea. Get the risotto please!!! We got a lychee mocktail! Get it if you don't drink! They have valet parking ! Restrooms are separate

Living out in the suburbs, there aren't too many snow cone spots. Ice Barn used to be my favorite…read moreplace to go for a snow cone. I asked for a bigger cup, but I still wanted a medium size so it doesn't spill in my car. I was told that would it would cost an extra 75cents for a bigger cup. Ice Barn would never. The snow itself was okay, not enough syrup.