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    4.2 (122 reviews)
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    Kasey N.

    Okay so I was hardcore craving jajangmyeon and did what I always do... went straight to TikTok. I saw a girl eating at Grandma Noodle and everything looked so good, especially the side dishes, so I immediately added it to my list. We went around 8 p.m. on a Friday and it was pretty quiet, only a couple of tables. Honestly, I loved that. We were greeted right away by the sweetest guy. I didn't catch his name, but he was super kind and attentive without hovering. Service was just really smooth and easy. My partner and I ordered the jajangmyeon and the jjamppong because you just have to get both. They're classic together. I was so excited to find a spot in Houston that serves them. The jjamppong was SO good. Like, immediately impressive. The broth had the perfect level of spice. It was bold and flavorful but not so spicy that you couldn't taste anything else. And they were generous with the seafood, which I always appreciate. The noodles were cooked perfectly too. If I'm being honest, this was the star of the night for me. The jajangmyeon was good in a different way. It tasted homemade and comforting, not overly flashy, just solid and cozy. It gave very much "family recipe" vibes. Next time I would probably get the jjamppong again, but I definitely want to try more of the menu. And the side dishes were actually really good too. We cleaned those plates. The cucumbers and the kimchi were especially yum and super fresh. Nothing sad or soggy about them. The whole place has such a mom and pop feel, which I love supporting. It really does feel like you're eating something someone's grandma made for you, so the name fits perfectly. It was a bit of a drive for us, but honestly it was worth it. There's a good amount of seating inside, so I don't think the wait would be too bad unless you come with a big group. We'll definitely be back!

    Seafood kalguksu
    Arianna L.

    Great service and fun music, plenty of seating. However, my seafood kalguksu wasn't to my preference. Used frozen seafood such as calamari and fish balls as opposed to what I expected with clams and mussels - there was 1 mussel. interesting side dishes. Seafood pancake was a little thick too but portion was generous. Fair price. Sorry grandma!

    The setup
    Alan S.

    A friend picked this place for a lunch meeting. She suggested sharing some stuff so I just let her make the call and went to order. We ended up with the bibimbob and some sort of potato pancakes. Personally I was eyeballing the seafood soup, but when invited to lunch you go with the host wants to do. The food was tasty enough but I felt like there wasn't that much meat in the dish, and a lot of the flavors were kind of muted. We relied heavily on the spicy paste and the sauce that came with the pancakes to give the food flavor. The menu also seemed to be missing some pages as compared to what I saw on their website after the fact.

    top: black bean noodles bottom: spicy seafood noodle soup
    Anna S.

    Grandma's Noodle is a hole in wall restaurant; while driving at night, I nearly missed it because of how unassuming the sign outside the restaurant was. Additionally, I was a confused, because I assumed Grandma's Noodle would be a strictly Korean restaurant, yet, I saw photos of Banh Mi and "Vietnamese" which made me wonder if I was at the wrong spot. Upon entering with my friend, I hear Vietnamese karaoke playing in the background and our waitress greeted us in Vietnamese, which was a shocker to say these least! Needless to say, our waitress was incredibly sweet and made sure to check on us often. :-) My friend and I figured that the place was managed by Vietnamese workers now, since our menu had both Korean and Vietnamese dishes. We ordered the black bean noodles and spicy seafood noodle soup which came out quickly! They even provided my friend and I small bowls to share our meals which I thought was convenient. However, I was a bit underwhelmed by our side dishes since neither of us really touched it aside from one or 2 of them. While our meal was cheap, the portions were HUGE which made me feel like the food was worth it! I will give our meal a 4/5 since it was tasty, but nothing different from what I've tried at other Korean spots; nonetheless, the food was very hearty and satisfying.

    Jjajangmyeon, jjampong, and side dishes
    Laura L.

    Grandma noodle is a cute hole in the wall mom and pop restaurant that's such a hidden gem in Houston. It's run by Vietnamese owners, which was a pleasant surprise, but I was still under the impression that this was an authentically Korean place. They serve both Vietnamese and Korean cuisine, and the Korean food did not disappoint and tasted authentic and delicious. We ordered black bean noodles and spicy seafood noodle soup, and they were the perfect pairing. The black bean noodles had a nice smoky, rich bean flavor and the seafood soup was fresh, spicy, and flavorful. It perfectly cut through the grease of the black bean noodles, and it felt like I could've kept eating both dishes forever. And the food came out so quick too! The lady who helped us was so sweet and helpful. We were able to converse comfortably in Vietnamese and she was giving us recommendations on what to eat and what was delicious. She also checked on us frequently to make sure we were enjoying the food! I will say it's a little hard to find if you're not looking closely, so definitely be on the lookout! And I believe they changed their menu as it was different and smaller than pictures online. However, I will for sure be back here! This was such a pleasant surprise and the owners made it more than a warm and welcoming experience.

    Hudson N.

    Grandma Noodle rocks. Good ambiance, feels homey. I got some noodles that were awesome and this felt so authentic, with all the sides and pickles. Convenient location, FRIENDLY service. I was given a free dessert of taro sticky rice, which was extremely memorable, and I would pay money for now. It was delectable. I didn't have a palate for it before but do now. Thanks, Grandma Noodle!

    Grilled mackerel
    Alexus N.

    Definitely Grandma's cooking! We were greeted by a young man who is the owner's grandson. He set up our table with a paper placemat and eating utensils. After customers leave, he would help clean the tables. (He didn't serve any food or alcohol for the Yelp Karens out there, lol.) Lunch: Hot Chicken w/ Cheese- Tastes like chicken topped with cheese. Definitely not spicy, and I'm not mad at it because I can't eat super spicy foods. Grilled Mackerel- For the price and portion, worth it. Mackerel is naturally salty and it needed some sort of sauce to help curb the saltiness. I enjoyed the balance of the banchan dishes. There was spinach, sprouts, radishes and kimchi. To end the meal, they gave complimentary Yakult drinks. This is a no frills type of place. The interior is kept clean and simply adorned with vibrant green plants. I can't wait to return and try other dishes!

    Such a hidden gem! Will definitely be returning as soon as possible! Service was friendly and welcoming, the food was amazing and tasted like grandma made it. The vibe of the restaurant was super cozy and perfect for a rainy day. New favorite spot!

    Mimi W.

    This place is hard to find. The sign on the building wasn't in English and navigation wasn't good enough to give me good directions until after I passed it and had to turn into another parking lot to turn around. The service was good . The tables were sticky. It's one server but she was good. The food came out and I really didn't want to be mean to grandma but everything was flavorless. The tofu soup was the only thing that tasted goods. I liked the skin of the dumplings was great texture. It was the only disappointing meal of my birthday weekend. Maybe I ordered the wrong items, tell me what I should order for next time.

    Noodles with seafood
    Catherine C.

    One of the best hole in the wall (literally) places I've tried in Houston's "Koreatown". Grandma Noodle is quite hard to spot and it sits inside a somewhat run down building next to a gas station. The open light sign in the window will guide you to the right door. Once inside, prepare to experience some wonderful home cooked authentic Korean food that will leave your hearts and bellies full! On a Monday night, the place was pretty empty with only one other elderly couple dining in. We ordered spicy rice cakes, hand cut noodles with seafood, and dough flake soup with potato, which was recommended over the one with kimchi. Whatever season it may be, despite Houston's hot a muggy weather at this time of year, this is the ultimate comfort food. The seafood noodle soup was delicious and there was a generous assortment of seafood inside including shrimp, mussels, imitation crab, and mini octopus. The potato dough flake soup was amazing as well. As for the spicy rice cakes, we requested for less spicy to be kinder to our aging stomachs, which they accommodated well. The side dishes were excellent and they were very generous with them. Finally, they gave us each a complementary yakult yogurt drink to conclude a truly wonderful dining experience! Tldr; don't sleep on Grandma Noodle - it's spectacular!

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    Allison K.

    This restaurant is literally run by Korean grandma's and it was honestly such an adorable experience. My partner and I came in on a Friday night and it was pretty busy but thankfully, they cleaned a table right as we walked in and we were seated pretty quickly. The Banchan (vegetable side dishes) has pickled radish, cucumbers, fishcakes, and kimchi. Out of all the side dishes, we enjoyed the kimchi the most! As for the order, we got the Haemul Sundubu Jigae (Seafood Kimchi Stew), JiaJang Myun (Noodle with Bean Sauce), Osam BulGoGi (Spicy Pork and Squid). - The Haemul Sundubu Jigae was okay. The tofu was good and there were plenty of veggies and generic seafood mixes but the soup itself was a little bland compared to what I usually get from other Korean restaurants. I personally wouldn't order this again if I were to visit - The JiaJang Myun was also just okay. This dish typically has bits and pieces of pork but this one only had mushrooms, zucchini, and onions. I personally would also skip this one too. - The Osam BulGoGi was our favorite. The flavor was great, the dish had lots of squid, pork, celery, cabbage, and other veggies. The seasoning was great and made the dish savory and delicious. It is more on the expensive side (25.99) but the portion is big and sharable. - At the end of every meal (when they give us the check), it comes with a Yakult (a classic probiotic drink) which I absolutely loved Warning: it does take a while when it gets busy so if you're in a hurry, this might not be the spot for you (our dining experience was ~1.5 hours). Overall, the dishes were okay but I appreciate the staff members for working so hard on a busy night and providing the best service they possibly can.

    Bánh khoai mì (viet coconut cassava cake) sample - off menu
    Bianca L.

    We loved eating here and can't wait to come back! This was our first visit to Grandma Noodle, but it will definitely be a mandatory stop next time we're in Houston. Overall, it's a cozy mom-and-pop place with a very unique blend of Korean and Vietnamese cuisine that I haven't seen anywhere else (I'm Viet and from New Orleans). Seems like the kind of place you can only find in the melting pot of Houston. FOOD: 17. Jjampong (noodle with seafood in hot spicy sauce) - This noodle soup was amazing!!! Perfect level of spice and seasoning. Tons of seafood in a hearty, umami-packed broth. This was my first time having jjampong and it blew my mind. Perfect comfort food for a rainy day. Huge portion that would be easily shareable for 2 people. 14. Bibim gooksoo (noodle with vegetable with spice paste) - This cold noodle dish was really good too! The flavor is a bit milder than some other cold noodles I've had, but very refreshing. * Banchan - Yummy! I liked that they have the classics but also incorporated some Viet components, like the sweet pickled cabbage/carrots. * Nước mát (house special drink) - This is a classic Viet drink that's really good for a hot day. The name translates to "cool/refreshing drink" and it lives up to its name! It's not too sweet, which is what I like. * Cà phê sữa đá (viet iced coffee with condensed milk) - Nice strong coffee that packs a punch, good level of sweetness to balance it out. The owners of this restaurant are so sweet and friendly!! They are a Viet couple who took it over after the previous owner retired. She taught them how to cook traditional Korean food, and they are keeping her recipes alive while also adding in some Viet dishes of their own. Ms. Loan does the table service and her husband does the cooking. At the end of our meal, she brought us a sample of Bánh khoai mì (viet coconut cassava cake) that she had made and it was delicious. Her husband also came out from the kitchen to ask how the food was and see if the spice levels were to our liking. My husband and I had a wonderful time chatting with them and learning about how they went from living in Vietnam to running a Korean restaurant in Houston. Highly recommend this hidden gem!

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    Looooved my experience at Grandma noodle. Everything was so good and the lovely woman who served us was so hospitable and funny!!! We got Vietnamese iced coffees (to die for so good), and a big kimchi pancake (also incredible one of the best I've had) to start. My friend got bibimbap which she loved. I got jajangmyeon which was super good and warm. Our server brought us samples of their taro coconut sticky rice. !!! They only make it on weekdays when they're less busy!!!! It was seriously so yummy and warm. Please try it when you visit!! I can't wait to come back and try way more things!!

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    10.5 mi•Fourth Ward, Midtown, Montrose
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    This little spot is my literal favorite place for fried rice. Everything is good but the fried rice…read moreis the best I've ever had! Pork Bao's are normally my daughter fave but the soup dumplings here are her favorite. She could finish an order on her own. The service is always great. As soon as you get in they give everyone a water and a carafe of more water. There is a QR code to order and you place your order on the phone. The order goes straight to the kitchen and you can add as you go if wanted. I always thought that was pretty cool. The owner came out to say hello and ask how everything is. She even brought out a small bowl of soup for my baby to enjoy. The waitress was also very sweet and attentive. I don't live close by but will make the trip when the craving hits. Today was one of those days. The last time I was here there was no ac and not enough seating. This time it was nice and cool in and well as having new seating! This little spot needs to be on your need to stop places!

    Came here solo on a Saturday evening with goals to get some biang biang noodles. I was hoping to be…read moreable to dine there. I asked the main waitress how long it'd take to get seated as a solo diner, but she never gave me a clear answer as she was so busy as the only wait staff. I decided take out was the move. Take out took about 15 minutes to come out, so not too long. The biang biang noodles had a nice bounce, but I'm not sure if it was because it was a take out meal that the noodles were sticking together. However, they were very flavorful. I also got the pork wontons in the peanut sauce and they were also very juicy and flavorful. Overall, the food here is good and I'd try it again but hopefully for dine in. If you can get a reservation, I'd suggest doing that or else the wait will be long.

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    Xiaolong Dumpling - Excellent customer service!!!

    Excellent customer service!!!

    Xiaolong Dumpling - V9. Eggplant In Garlic Sauce V9.

    V9. Eggplant In Garlic Sauce V9.

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    Ishin Udon

    Ishin Udon

    4.3(473 reviews)
    7.3 mi•Chinatown, Sharpstown
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    Cozy udon restaurant near Chinatown. I was surprised about the quality and price of this…read morerestaurant. They are specialized in udon; however, they have many other options to choose like Italian noodles. Their price is from $10-16 with a good portion of food. About the taste, the curry I ordered was a little bit salty, which I expected from Japanese food, but if you have it with udon, they create balance flavor. They have plenty of tables but small area. For friends, yes, big family, I would say no. The service was quick, and staff were friendly. Overall, I highly recommend this place if you want to try udon. I will come back to try more.

    This was my third time coming back here. Each time we like to try different dishes. This time I…read morebrought my nieces with me and that just means more dishes to try. Not many restaurants in Houston offer Takowasa, which is marinated raw octopus with wasabi; and when we find one that does, it's our must order for appetizers. We also ordered the chicken karaage and agedashi tofu. The karaage was juicy and slightly larger than the size of popcorn chicken. The tofu was soft and lightly battered, however the downside is that it gets soggy quickly since it's sitting in the sauce rather than on the side. For our entrees, we got the carbonara, curry tonkatsu rice, niku tama ankake, and kakuni udon. The carbonara was nice and creamy. The curry rice tastes exactly like the Japanese box curry. The niku tama is more of a thicker soup base similar to egg drop soup, however has a more slightly sweet umami flavor. The kakuni udon had a lighter broth with braised pork belly. The service was a bit slow here, but we didn't mind it too much. The interior had a cute traditional Japanese style decor. Overall, we enjoyed our meal and we'll be back to try other udons.

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    Ishin Udon - Booths layout

    Booths layout

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    Curry udon

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