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    Ling Long

    4.5 (133 reviews)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Pork Noodles 8.50
    Christopher S.

    KATY, TX / CHINESE, DUMPLINGS / 02-09-22 / TAKEOUT LUNCH +The pork dumplings (9.00) were really good. +My two toddlers crushed the chicken dumplings (9.00). +Clean and tidy restaurant with plenty of seating. +Super friendly front-of-the-house staff. +Loyalty rewards program. -The pork noodle soup (8.50) was packed into a single to-go container bowl. By the time I got home (12-minute drive), the noodles were soggy and almost inedible. I voiced my concern to the cashier and she said the noodles would be okay for 20 minutes. It was almost a 4-star experience, but the noodle soup was ruined by the time I got home to eat it. Hopefully, the management/owner sees this and updates their takeout packaging.

    Egg Tarts and Tea Eggs
    Hong Phuc N.

    Ling Long is a place that's quite affordable yet tastes... imperial. That's the best word I could come up with for it. It's one of those specialized-menu places that only have one or two real dishes, but do what it does quite well.These kinds of restaurants are very popular in Asia, yet for some reasons everywhere in the States seem to go the opposite direction, with as many items in the menu as possible. In any case, Ling Long's food is very simple, yet warm and filling. I usually grab a bite of each dish first, so I have some reviewing material, before finishing the dishes that don't store well for my dinner, and then refrigerate the rest after I'm full. But the chicken noodles broth was so good, it just kept me chowing down the bowl and forgetting this strategy. It's very warm and light, yet has a surprising depth of flavor. Exceptionally creamy, yet not sweet. And the amount of chili oil used is just enough to give it nice floral notes without becoming pungent. I normally am not a broth person, I care more about the toppings and the chicken does its job very well, but in this case it's truly the broth that's the star of the dish. The egg-tomato soup is similarly warm, light and aromatic, yet thick. It clearly uses a lot of sesame oil, yet never to the point where it overpowers the tomato flavor. If anything, it felt like I'm eating a traditional Saigon crab soup but instead of crab it's tomatoes instead. Together with the chicken noodles, these two dishes made me feel I'm inside a palace. Better yet, I'm inside a CHINESE palace. Good stuff. I actually didn't feel either way about the pork dumplings. On one hand the meat filling is pretty flavorful, on the other hand it's too doughy for me. If only the skin was thinner... The tea egg is also good, goes well with the leftover broth and I can see why tea egg noodles is a menu choice. Not sure how to describe it, though. It tastes like any other hard-boiled egg, but the tea mellowed out the harsh taste of the yolk and gave the whites some earthy flavor to balance it, I suppose. The egg tarts are egg tarts. Not gonna say too much about them. All in all, Ling Long is a solid A tier. The menu is limited, but sh- if you are looking for some soup then you'll get QUITE some soup. Actually GOOD restaurants are surprisingly hard to find in Houston, so I'm glad to have found something that's not only great but is close to my home too!

    Pan fried pork bun
    Mike N.

    Small menu consisting of dumplings, pork buns, and 3 different noodle soups with a few side options. There are two combo options, 1 with 10 dumplings and a side and the other with a noodle soup and a side. I've got 10 pan fried chicken dumplings with an egg tomato soup and a half order of pan fried pork bun. Nothing special about the dumplings or pork buns. The best thing about this place is the price for the food.

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    Paul V.

    First time trying their food. Walking in around 6, no one eating in but a brisk takeout service. We ordered 10 pork dumplings, chicken noodle soup, wonton soup, spring roll, Edamame and fried rice. Overall the food is very fresh, homemade and cooked to perfection. Advertised as homemade and nothing in the food would suggest otherwise. The pork dumplings were a good size, large portion of pork and crispy fried bottoms. I would have like a larger portion of soy sauce though. Both soups had the same base, two large broccoli piece and two carrots. The noodles were cooked perfection. There were six wontons and a large portion of chicken (very tender). Spring was a tad over fried, and a bit on the small side, but tasty. Fried rice was not overly salty and not overly greasy - nice side. In all a good meal, quick and we will return...

    Kelvin P.

    The food is uncommonly fresh, not oily, and not salty. This is a newish cafe restaurant and the decor shows it. Given what I've just noted, I'd expect prices to be higher but they aren't. This would be a great lunch spot for people new to Taiwanese food or really anyone. Strong five stars for me.

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    Michelle S.

    I have wanted to come here, but i keep driving by! Today, was the day, I was pleased! Wonton soup was DELICIOUS! Pan fried dumplings and buns were made with love! Please support local! Support families. The place is beautiful , and simplistic in design. The food was so wonderful! We will be back again!!! Please visit Ling Long on Katy Fwy!

    Pan Fried Pork Buns
    Vicki L.

    I can not believe that I've been in Houston for so long and just discovered this place. 19383920/10 would recommend. Food is amazing, owner is amazing, and when I say the buns taste like/better what my mom makes (mom please don't see this ) that's one of the highest compliments. Picture doesn't do it justice.

    Combo 1 and added boba  tea
    Serena L.

    The dumplings were real doughy. Maybe I was expecting more of a dim sum type of dumpling. The sauce to dip needed more flavoring too. Boba tea was more milk than tea. On a positive note the restaurant was very clean and inviting.

    Chris H.

    Omg their name is something hahaha. Anyways, solid dumplings and baos! Wished the dumpling wrappers were a bit thinner though

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    Jade P.

    Finally got the opportunity to check this place out today! I didn't have any dinner for breakfast so I had a huge lunch today. I decided I was going to try Linglong out! I've driven past this place before at night after they closed and finally I had the opportunity to try them out. This place is a very cute little restaurant with a very quiet atmosphere. It's very relaxing here. The cashier who took my order was very kind. I called ahead and asked if they accept Apple Pay because I didn't bring my wallet with me and I was already far from home. When I came in she greeted me and told me she'd be right back to take my order. I ordered the Tea Egg noodles & the combo 1 pork dumplings. Let me start with the Tea Egg noodles. The broth was rather tasty savory broth. The eggs themself were flavorful and the yolks were done, but not over done! The only thing I had is that the tea eggs didn't really taste like tea eggs if you get me ? Usually you get savory & sweet. You can taste the star anise and a bit of bite from the Sichuan pepper corns. I had to call my mom to ask how my Ah Ma how she makes them, because they didn't taste like Tea Eggs to me lol. Overall they were still delicious! The next item was the pork dumplings. I grade them on taste, appearance, and meat to wrapper ratio. Appearance they looked good Taste they were a bit bland for my taste, but the ginger sauce they came with was delicious! Meat to wrapper ratio these were packed with meat! A lot of places use cabbage as a filler to put less meat. These were stuff and it was pretty lean pork at that. The wrappers tasted homemade. Chewy but not overly chewy. Just enough to hold that pork in place. They have a small menu here, but if you are driving by give them a try!

    Chicken Noodles
    Candace G.

    The dumplings were great but the noodles were just okay. I had the pork dumplings but I plan to try the chicken and veggie ones later. The restaurant was very clean and the staff was nice.

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    5 years ago

    Great combo prices, delicious dumplings! I recommend por or chicken w/hot 'n sour soup. Perfect for a rainy day!

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    Great service and delicious food. The restaurant is also very clean. I highly recommend the boba tea and dumplings!

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    Pork dumplings are awesome and the hot and sour soup is legit!! Nice friendly and clean location!!

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    Dumplings are amazing. Courteous staff and kind. I reviewed on goggle as well with the same rating because it's that good.

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    5 years ago

    Love this place. Dumplings are fabulous and always fresh. Owners on site and very friendly. Good will not disappoint.

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    5 years ago

    The dumplings were amazing and the chicken noodles had a lot of flavor. Very friendly and fast service! We will be back soon.

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    5 years ago

    Best dumplings in town! I live nearby and stop in several times a month. Wait is a little longer, but worth it.

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    6 years ago

    Second time coming and was delicious again. The lady was very nice and the pork dumplings as well as chicken noodles tasted amazing.

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