theres lots of variety on the menu, from dumplings and buns to noodles and more traditional…read moreentrees, so theres a little something for everyone. the service is fast and friendly and everything comes packaged in convenient and super cute takeout containers both the chicken and pork xiao long bao were great and had a lottt of soup. the pan fried thumb buns were also delicious with a crispy bottom. the noodles and spicy dumplings were just okay... id probably skip those next time. we especially enjoyed the kung pao chicken, basil chicken, and the other stir fried dishes! the brown sugar boba was also super fresh and chewy overall, a solid spot with lots of great options. id def come back for the xiao long bao and stir fry dishes!

I ordered delivery in DoorDash. They had a BOGO deal on soup dumplings and a single combo special…read moreso it was a great value. I was really impressed by the packaging as they give a heat regulated thermal bag for the order. I appreciated that they have a number of non pork options as I don't eat pork. The chicken soup dumplings were flavorful though I'd have liked more soup. I put some red pepper flakes on top as there was no chili oil provided. The combo came with general tso's chicken and I opted for lo mein instead of fried rice. The dish as delicious but the chicken was dry. The combo also came with 2 thumb print pork dumplings which I didn't try and regular chicken dumplings which lacked a bit of flavor. There was also a spring roll which was just very greasy. It also came with egg drop or sweet and sour soup. I'm not a fan of either so I skipped it. All in all, great value and good but not amazing food.

Hunan's Bistro and Sushi is a classic Chinese restaurant with great food in the heart of Bellaire…read more It exudes old school charm with marble tiled floors, fish tanks, wall art, and even a fountain in the front entryway. It was a simple day out with my wife and daughter. We got Crab Rangoons as an appetizer. I ordered my usual Chinese dish Shrimp with Lobster Sauce. My wife ordered the Sweet and Sour Pork and Wanton Soup. My daughter got the Beef Pho. The Crab Rangoons were some of the best I've had in a long while. The outer layer was thick and crispy, the cream cheese delectable it had the perfect balance of sweetness and savory. I tasted my wife's wanton soup and it was fresh with a deep pork broth. The wontons had depth not just simple flavor, it was savory on a different level. She said her Sweet and Sour Pork was amazing so I had a piece or two and they were crispy and well cooked. The flavor burst in your mouth, the sweet and sour sauce was light and sweet not too heavy. Shrimp and Lobster Sauce is my go to order at every Chinese restaurant, I basically judge a place by this dish. This one was very good, the shrimp were grilled before hand and the lobster sauce had a richness and tang. So good. I didn't taste my daughter's Pho but she said it was very good. Overall, it was an amazing experience. Hunan's has classic service with great food and an elegant dining area. The sushi bar alone at the back exuded charm.

Had such a great experience at Hunan's Bistro & Sushi!…read more The menu is the perfect mix of classic Chinese comfort food and fresh nigiri/sashimi. Everything we ordered was super flavorful and came out quickly. The sushi was so fresh and well-made, and the Chinese dishes had that rich and savory kick that hits just right. The staff were really attentive and friendly, and the overall vibe was cozy and relaxed--making it great for big groups gathering! We especially enjoyed the coffee smoothie, it was super refreshing and a perfect treat to end the meal. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again- highly recommended!

I go here whenever I am craving spicy noodles, love the Dan Dan Noodles with tongue numbimg…read morepeppercorns, it's has been a monthly routine now. Great service and love the spacious and clean interiors.

Fast and attentive service! The restaurant was clean and well kept…read more I heard about their $5.99 xiao long bao special and decided it was a great time to try this place. I ordered the chicken, pork, and pork and crab soup dumplings, a spicy beef and green onion pancake roll, and Dan Dan noodles. Overall, I probably would not return to the restaurant. Nothing was bad but I wasn't obsessed with anything either. The pork xiao long bao was my favorite.

I went here recently and ordered the Chicken Curry Combo with light oil. It was full of chicken,…read morebell peppers, onions and their curry sauce. It was pretty tasty, savory and comforting. I had to add a little extra table salt to it and then made it much better. I would get it again. Good service too. I remember the lemon chicken being one of my go-to here years ago and need to get it again one day. I hadn't been here in a long time, so it was nice to re-visit.

6.5/10 I tried…read moreChina Stix after seeing it come up a few times when I searched for the best Chinese food in Texas, so I decided to drive a bit out of my way to check it out. Honestly, I would describe it as a lesser version of Panda Express. The combo plate was about $20, which felt pretty steep for what you get. My orange chicken portion was extremely small, I only got about five pieces. For that price, that was pretty disappointing. The beef and broccoli was decent, but not nearly as good as Panda Express. The vegetable spring roll and the General Tso's spicy chicken were not good at all. The chow mein was the only part of the meal that stood out. I'd say the chow mein was good, maybe even a tie with Panda Express, but that was really the only highlight. The food overall wasn't terrible, but considering the price and the extra drive, it just wasn't worth it. I could have gone to my local Panda Express, gotten a much bigger portion, and paid about half the price. For me, that makes it hard to justify coming back.

This was not the first visit to Fat Bao, but it had been a long while. My purpose was to get the…read moreviral crab Rangoon burrito, which found traction from a IG foodie account. I was literally the second person in line, and also ordered the soft shell crab and peppered tuna baos. It was just as I remembered. Quality small bites. The burrito was 15.00, and was a little too much to eat at one time. I ate about a quarter at a time, spread out through the next few meals. The restaurant is a few communal tables, mixed with some small tables for 2-4 people. I'll be back.

Went to try the viral fried crab rangoon burrito and it was ok. It's very full of the crab filling…read morejust wished the burrito tortilla was a little thicker and the sauce it came was ok as well. We also ordered the Memphis boa just not for us. If you're a Boa person you should definitely try it out they have many different options and meats to choose from. The restaurant is spacious and the staff was very friendly.

UPDATE. Management responded back to this constructive criticism. I am going to wait a month and…read morethen go in and try the dumplings again to see if they've taken a look at what they're putting out and made any improvements. I shall report back.. Dough Zone. Pot stickers. Weird texture. Had the desirable crispy bottom. But the dumpling itself, the dough texture was like Pla-Doh and not pleasant. Felt and tasted like it was raw even though I know it wasn't. Weird. Perhaps their other stuff is great but I couldn't finish this. Tasted like it was frozen dumplings from the grocery store just heated there. I mean it tasted factory made to me. I have no doubt many dumplings restaurants premake and freeze their dumplings to be steamed or fried later, but they still taste like they're made in-house. Didn't get that impression at Dough Zone. I don't know the real situation. In Houston you are up against some really spectacular dumpling places.

Came back to eat and found out some of the items on the menu are not there…read more Food is a bit downgrade for my own opinion. The restaurant ventilation definitely needs an upgrade since our clothes smell all the fried food and you could literally smell the smoke in the restaurant too.

I absolutely loved this place! It was so pretty inside and the staff were so helpful. Everything I…read moreate was so flavorful. Honestly, this is one of the best Chinese food places I have ever tried. It was so good that I didn't even get any pictures before I ate it all lol. There is also plenty of parking which is nice.

I came to Pepper Twins to check out my nonprofit group's reservation and tried the famous dish…read more九葉花椒雞 Pepper Twins Chicken. My Executive Director recommended this restaurant because of convenience to Southwest Freeway and Loop 610. For being on Kirby, that's a well known area for restaurants. I chatted with a manager about the restaurant. Prior to Covid, there were 7 restaurants and this one on Kirby is the only one left. The interior is modern and classic. There are 2 areas can be divided into party rooms. But there aren't any walls, just drapes. There are several parking lots shared with Taco Cabana. I would say this is perfect for lunch and dinner parties. The sign on the building is not quite visible from the feeder road. But the sign above the entrance facing Kirby (behind Taco Cabana rather) is quite prominent. Getting out to freeway feeder road can be challenging during rush hour because the freeway exit is few yards away. GPS direction is also challenging from Northbound on 59. Make sure you are on the 2nd from the left turning lane. After making that left turn, there is not enough room to change lane. Or, you have to drive around the block to get here. Food was phenomenal. I ordered a pot of chrysanthemum tea with the Pepper Twins Chicken. The fresh peppercorn was the highlight of the dish. The fresh serrano peppers added the spiciness to the dish. This dish has 2 pepper icons but it's not that hot. It numbs my lips at the moment but no lingering affects like mala Sichuan hot.

Quality ingredients. Flat noodles are the highlight…read more 2.7 - Brussel Sprouts, Crispy Roasted w/ Garlic. 2.5M - Chicken Pot Sticker 3.2V - Chicken Pot Sticker. Very good sauce. 3.7 - Chicken egg roll 3.6M/3.2V - Beef, Mongolian. Medium spice, no onion. 3.5 - Chicken, General Tso. Tastes like Bejing chicken. 2.5 - Chicken, Kung Pao. Tasted a little fishy. 4.0 - Chicken, lo mein. 3M/2.5V - Chicken, Orange. Feels healthy. 4.4 - Noodles, Stir Fried Flat, Chicken. No onions and green onions. tjm

Ants Climbing a Tree: Is a classic Sichuan dish of glass noodles (bean thread noodles) and minced…read moremeat (usually pork) stir-fried with a spicy sauce, named for the visual of the meat clinging to the noodles like ants on a tree. There is a restaurant along Montrose near Westheimer that I don't hear much about. And it is terrific. I've never had a bad meal there. And although I keep telling myself to try something else, I come back this dish here. Accompanied tonight by a beef flank dish. Beef had been velveted, stir fried, and then poured, hit, over cabbage to cook the cabbage. Highly recommended. Service as always, spot on. Ambiance. Lovely bar. Tranquil. Comfortable. (I'd love to see every table full).