Came to Maison Chinoise mainly for their Peking Duck, and I was not disappointed. The star of the dish, which was the duck's skin, was crispy, while the meat was tender. Delicious! The black pepper filet mignon was my second favorite dish. The meat was peppery and tender. Loved it! The Maison Chinoise Fried Rice and the Wagyu Beef and Truffle Fried Rice were just ok. These dishes lacked the wok-hei and the taste was just flat. Another so-so dish was the Chef's Selection of Dim Sum. Though premium ingredients were used in this dish, the entire dish did not stood out as it lacked flavors. As for dessert, their interpretation of fortune cookie was a waffle cone with a scoop of ice cream hidden inside in, and a fortune paper in between the waffle cone. It was a cute interpretation. I thought the Ube Nutella Bao would be in the steam basket served hot, but I was wrong. It was served on a cold plate. The bao's skin was slightly hard with a not-so-runny Nutella inside. Though the dish had a pretty presentation, I would appreciate the dish more if it was served hot in a steam basket. Service was great right from the get-go. Valet parking is available, but free self-parking is available too at the strip mall beside the restaurant. The restaurant has a pretty interior and the tables are pretty close to each other. I would make reservation on peak hours to avoid disappointment. read more

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Maison Chinoise is exceptional. We hosted a work dinner for 12 last night, and from start to finish, everyone was made to feel like a VIP. The food was outstanding, and Damian took incredible care of our table. He was attentive, warm, and professional throughout the evening. Lyndsay, the general manager, clearly sets the tone for the entire experience. The level of hospitality, attention to detail, and overall quality is impressive. A fantastic evening and a restaurant I can't recommend highly enough! read more

Girls night on a Saturday evening and it was jam packed. Free parking in garages or pay to park in River Oaks. Pluses 1. Great atmosphere and fun place 2. Helpful and friendly staff 3. Peking duck so crispy and love the rolls 4. Sampler dim sum is great to order for each person so tasty 5. Wagyu rice moist and savory 6. Orange dessert interesting Areas to improve 1. The specialty drink menu sounded very complicated 2. Chamomile tea pot was very bland People were having fun. All ages and some were dressed up. Highly recommended! $200 for two Pre tip. read more

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We had a great brunch at Maison Chinoise. The food and service were both great overall, and the restaurant is beautiful. Here's what we tried: -Xiao long bao: The soup dumplings were very good, I really enjoyed them. -Har gow: These shrimp dumplings were tasty, and they were also pretty presentation-wise. -Stir fried green beans: I'm always a fan of good stir fried green beans, and these were very flavorful. -Peking duck: Very good, crispy skin on the duck. And the hoisin sauce served with it was tasty. The food was very good, but, because we're so lucky to have so many amazing dim sum restaurants in Houston, Maison Chinoise may not be my go-to dim sum spot, for the price. read more

I went to Maison Chinoise with a friend for my birthday on a Saturday night. It was storming, so parking was already hectic, but thankfully we had a reservation and were seated right away. The restaurant was extremely busy -- almost overwhelmingly so. It was very loud, to the point where it felt like everyone was yelling over each other. I wouldn't recommend coming here if you're looking for a romantic dinner or even a place to have a real conversation. It was pretty overstimulating. The tables for two are also very small, which makes it a bit frustrating if you like to order multiple dishes to share. That said, the service was great. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive despite how packed it was, and all of the staff were really kind. For food, we started with the crispy crab wontons, which were good -- nice crunch, well-balanced filling, and not overly stuffed. The spicy pork wontons had good flavor, but I'm not the biggest pork fan. The standout appetizer was definitely the lamb lollipops -- super tender with a really flavorful spice powder on the side. For entrées, we ordered the Peking duck (half). The duck itself was tender and flavorful, but the portion was pretty small for two people. We also had the honey walnut shrimp, which started off good but had an artificial aftertaste that threw it off. The dan dan noodles were solid -- good flavor and spice. To end the night, our waiter brought out mochi ice cream for my birthday, which was actually really good and a nice touch. Overall, I'd recommend coming on a weekday if you want a better experience. It's definitely on the pricier side for what it is, and you can find similar food elsewhere, but if you're going for the aesthetic and vibe, it's worth trying at least once. read more

We had a nice dinner here and it seems many others did as well as the place was packed. Service was friendly and dish presentation was suitably elevated for the ambience that this restaurant has. This is definitely an elevated Chinese food experience. Our table shared many dishes. The stand outs were the peeking duck, the green beans, and the crispy shrimp. Parking: valet or South Park and the attached garage just keep an eye out for signs designating which spots are reserved or open read more

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Upscale Chinese restaurant! Parking outside is valet or are you paid to park in the lots The restaurant itself is an upscale Chinese restaurant with many unique dishes, they have alot of the menu of a Chinese restaurant but their dishes are family style. They have happy hour with a lot of mix with the dishes. Definitely enjoyed the shrimp. We got plenty of cocktails on the happy hour menu as well. Leche martini with excellent with well vodka. Service was great. They were very attentive to us. read more

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My husband and I came here for his birthday dinner and the ambiance, styling, and vibes of this place is truly beautiful! They have a happy hour from 3-6 which I think is a nice choice for cheaper cocktails and bites. Food for us was a hit or miss. Peking duck was delicious and the wagyu truffle fried rice was great too. The other dishes to us were honestly just not wow or amazing. The menu looked great and we were excited but we were disappointed in the dim sum sampler, wok fried fish special, crab rangoons, and Sichuan lamb lollipops. Overall just either the flavor was missing or it seemed too oily. The price is a premium so we had high expectations of the menu and food and it just didn't hit the mark for us personally. The service was really really great though! Extremely friendly and attentive! read more

Maison Chinoise - Peking duck - Dim Sum Near Me - Houston, Texas

***3.5/5*** Maison Chinoise is good, but think of it as an upscale PF Changs. The vibes and service were good, but when we left it just felt like over priced Chinese food. You're definitely paying for the ambiance- dim lighting, and the trendy atmosphere. The food and service were good, but I am deducting points for the pricing. Here is what we got- - Hot and sour soup 6/10 - Lychee Fizz Mocktail- 9/10 - Crispy Crab Wontons- 7/10 - Shrimp dumplings- 6.5/10 - Drunken Noodles with shrimp- 8/10 - Mongolian Wagyu Beef- 7/10 Overall nice experience, but if I am paying this much for Chinese food I want it to change my life. read more

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I love chinese food, and when hearing about upscale chinese food like here, I am usually a bit skeptical. This restaurant is part of the Lombardi group, and they have some hits and some misses. I found this place to be just okay. Service is good as expected. The ambiance is beautiful and would be a great date night. Let's move onto the food... Pandan Espresso Martini 2/5 I love a good espresso martini, and this is good... but there's ZERO pandan. It was disappointing. Crispy Crab Wonton 5/5 I love these. I always get them. Solid. Chef's Selection of Dim Sum 4/5 This was good... just like many other dim sum restaurants! I enjoyed it and you can really tell the quality. It's good for the one time try, but the price is steep for dim sum. For the same price, I could've gotten 3 orders at another place. Black Pepper Filet Mignon 5/5 This is cooked very well. It reminds me of my mom's cooking. The beef is very tender. A solid choice if you don't wanna go out of your comfort zone. It comes with fluffy white rice :) Peking Duck 5/5 One of the best peking ducks I've had in the city. The skin is crispy, yet it's still fatty and the duck meat is tender. The only odd thing about is the mustard that they give you. We don't traditionally eat mustard with this... I mistakenly thought the strips of melon were pickled carrots. It was different, but I found that it went well with the duck somehow. I'm not opposed to it. It's build your own so I still rate this high based on just the quality of the peking duck alone. Dan Dan Noodles 1/5 These are not dan dan noodles. I judge a Chinese restaurant based on their dan dan noodles because it's so simple to make. You literally shouldn't be able to mess it up, and they majorly did bad. Honestly, the noodles weren't bad, but they're not the usual noodles used for dan dan noodles... they were green??? and the sauce was just off. I wouldn't say that it tastes bad, but I don't expect dan dan noodles lol Honestly, I wouldn't mind coming back, but for the price, I definitely would just go to Chinatown. This would be more for special occasions. I highly recommend ordering the peking duck. read more

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When this place first opened up, I came in to look for a spot at the bar, but it seemed a bit of a hot mess, so I decided to give it a week for them to work the kinks out. I'm glad I did because now, it looks and feels a lot smoother. The bar area is a good place to grab a bite and reservations seem effortless; there's also usually a good crowd for people watching. Service is good and food comes out fast and tasty. Prices of course are much higher than if your in China town area but we're in the River Oaks area so there will be an increase in normal fare. With that said I would consider the prices reasonable for the portion size you get. The menu is quite extensive and a lot of really good choices. Items I could recommend or are worth a try is the Crispy Rock Shrimp, spicy basil aioli, jalapeño aoli. Lettuce Cups with Organic Chicken jicama, celery, mixed bell peppers. Iberico Pork Wonton Soup chicken broth, pork. Pan-Fried Organic Chicken Buns and from the main entree General Tso's Wilf Caught Salmon baby bok choy, sugar peas, lotus roots, mixed bell peppers. These were all tasty options but I also thought the menu had a lot more good choices too. I guess the only reason i didn't give it my normal 5 stars is that I thought for the area, the design aesthetic could have been more creative and could and should be able to wow us better. Overall I do enjoy this place I would for sure recommend to anyone to give this place a try. read more

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Thoroughly delightful! The restaurant is gorgeous! Upon entering, theres a patio area with lots of natural light. I made a reservation and was seated after a short wait of less than five minutes. Our server Neil created such a fun, enjoyable dining experience. He thoroughly explained each section of the menu, while listening to what we like and making recommendations. He was very attentive and made our first dining experience very special. The Aloe can you go cocktail was very tasty but the star of the show was the Lychee luck! Each dish was so delicious 10/10 overall experience. read more

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I once took a breadmaking class from Peter Reinhardt and he prefaced the class by saying "you know anyone can make good bread but my intention with this class is to teach you how to make spectacular bread". And that's stuck with me. On Bellaire Boulevard we have hundreds of great, world class Chinese restaurants. So if someone opens up a restaurant in River Oaks, it kind of really has to follow that thinking of being truly spectacular. And that's why I am so interested in visiting Maison Chinoise a few times to see if it is spectacular. If something about it sets it apart from what we would find on Bellaire Boulevard (for less money). Update: Doggie bagged everything not eaten. Microwaved the General Tso for dinner. It was godawful. Thick, gloppy cornstarch. Sometimes it takes a second look . Really awful. Really. Ditto the kung pao chicken reheated. Green beans, wife comment on these, (actually everything I brought home) "Salty". So, my final comment would be, get something else on the menu besides these two Sino-American classics. Go with the dumplings. Try the duck. Try something else. Here follows my original review: And that's why I am so interested in visiting Maison Chinoise a few times to see if it is spectacular. If something about it sets it apart from what we would find on Bellaire Boulevard (Peking Cuisine, Arco, Golden Dim Sum, Golden Room, Jiu Fu, East Wall, etc. ) (for less money). Now right off the bat you know that this is going to be a beautifully appointed restaurant with a gorgeous interior and it'll be interesting to see how the noise level is because when you go out for fine dining, you want to be able to have a conversation. You don't want a place that has tile floors, loud music and "stuff" that creates a noisy environment because they think that that will make people think that they are having more fun dining there. Truthfully, I don't even see a need for music in fine dining restaurants. Bars, yes, but fine dining restaurants? Naw. So let's get one of my pet peeves out of the way immediately. I hate paying for parking or for valet parking when I dine out. Houston spread out. There shouldn't be any need to have to pay for parking. Now, if you're on a date you're gonna have to be extorted for this because you don't want to seem cheap for your date, but for persons who dine out for the dining experience and there's plenty of space, give me a break. Don't make me pay for parking. Do I do it? Yeah of course you have to. But when I can go to Bellaire Boulevard and park for free well that's just one more thing that makes me less likely to come to eat at the River Oaks shopping center. But if you don't mind walking a little bit, there is free parking in the parking garage. So you could drop off the guests traveling with you and then go park and then walk over yourself. First off, absolutely beautiful interior. At lunchtime, extremely tranquil. Wait staff, super friendly and knowledgeable. Open viewing of the kitchen, so I got to see the ducks roasting away. Definitely must come back for their signature Beijing duck. But today a little bit of what they are proud of and then some traditional dishes just to see how they do them. So I should start with the chef's special assortment of four dim sum, followed by a classic hot and sour soup and then we will see what I want go with for entrées. Dim sum sampler? Excellent. As good as I've ever had. Four delicious, perfectly prepared morsels. Recommended. Uncle Roger would say "Fuiyo!h! Hot and sour soup? Really heavy soy sauce flavor profile. Jiu Fu (and a few others I could mention) on Bellaire has them beat. Kind of unpleasant, but some might say that this style is not atypical of some regions of China. I don't know. But me no like. Thick broth. "Soy sauce soup". The special non alcohol lychee fizz cocktail. Wow. That's a lot of ice. Gotta let it melt for awhile or there will just be an ounce or two of drink to consume. Tasty though. Might order it again. Maybe. For entrees I went with classic Sino-American kung pao chicken and General Tso's chicken (just for fun). I know it will be better than Panda Garden, obviously (organic chicken is used). And I ordered green beans. Beans too salty for my personal taste. Dittto General Tso. But that is my personal taste. Good crunch from being freshly made. Ketchup taste in the flavor profile. Beautiful presentation. Gloppy sauce on the kung pao also. More salty than is my personal taste. Respect to this whole question of authenticity versus "did I like it?" comes into play here. For me, personally, the kung pao would have been just fine if they used half the oil in the stir fry. Not much wok hai, surprisingly. Uncle Roger would say "Haiyah!" I liked the $18 fortune cookie dessert. Crunchy pizzelle, fruit, chocolate ice cream. I will be back but I won't order any of these a second time. Gotta come back with friends to try that duck!!! Sidebar: Damn!!! Different pricing cash versus non cash read more

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Maison Chinoise delivers a really solid, elevated Chinese dining experience with bold flavors and thoughtful execution. We tried a variety of dishes and overall were impressed. Weirdly obsessed with their velvet walls!! Service was also 10/10. Waiter was attentive and the manager checked in with us to make sure everything came out accordingly! The lobster dumplings absolutely stole the show with the delicate wrappers, generous lobster filling, and perfectly balanced flavor. Easily the best dish of the night and a must-order. The Sichuan dumplings brought a nice kick with their numbing spice and rich sauce, while the smoked BBQ had great depth and smokiness that felt refined rather than overpowering with fall of the bones tenderness. The Wagyu fried rice was rich, indulgent, and well-cooked with high-quality meat throughout, and the orange beef was crispy, flavorful, and not overly sweet, which was a pleasant surprise. Everything we had was good to very good, with the lobster dumplings being truly standout. Knocked off one star only because a few dishes didn't quite reach that "wow" level based on the premium prices -- but overall, definitely a place worth returning to, especially for the dumplings. read more

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I walked in a week ago with a sense of excitement, curious and adventurous. Lindsay left me with a sense of emptiness and embarrassment. I was informed about this place from a gentleman at Cocodys (across the street) after an event. He mentioned that a few team members was going to visit Maison Chinoise after work, for their soft open. Along with the complementary treat samples they had. However, when I visit, it really wasn't a warm greet, it was more of a dry greet and a reservation seems to be a requirement, she was kind enough to inform Management who approached and the vibe was very off, you know the people who have that animation smile that rest behind sarcasm voice. She didn't even give me a menu to view for me to even pique interest if I want to return. I felt very unwelcome by Manager Lindsay As a manager you want to leave a positive impression to create the feeling of an inviting back. They still had folks mingling and drinking. Verses Cocodys was cleaning, and I was greeted sweetly with sincere and offered to view a menu. Because once I heard French I was not expecting to return so quickly. I came back less than 72 hours later to break bread at their location for my Halloween birthday. Maison Chinoise, had me asking was it my attire? Which I wasn't clear on the answer. Due to this (you need to leave now energy). As if their were closed and it was a construction site that required a hardhat and steel toe boots. It's definitely space for opportunity for Customer service here. I was looking forward to see what Maison had to offer verses spending time at Fancy's. Maybe she was having an off day. Maybe I'll give them a try on a forgiving heart day. I don't see it being any time soon. I like feeling good when I leave an establishment. She made me feel very uninvited. read more

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This is a newly opened high end Chinese restaurant in Houston, with possibly the best tasting Peking duck I've had outside of China. We ordered the Wagyu fried rice (amazing), Iberico wonton soup (great flavors), the chili prawns (great), and a full order of the Peking duck. The duck meat was succulent and flavorful, the crepes were made to perfection, and the sides/sauces went perfectly with the duck. The cocktails were delicious, the ambiance was immaculate (we got a great view of both the bar and the kitchen), and the service was fantastic. Our toddler accidentally knocked down a pair of chopsticks and someone magically appeared with brand new chopsticks within seconds. We got great recommendations, they checked on us often, gave us a refresh of the crepes and sides, and helped us box up the leftovers when it was all said and done. I had a 10/10 experience here, and will definitely bring the whole family back next time!! read more

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Let's see... 1. Took 20 minutes to be seated after our reservation time. 2. Took 45 minutes after ordering to receive our first plate of food. Apparently the kitchen "forgot" our order. 3. The noise level was OFF THE CHARTS LOUD!!! 4. Instagrammers busily taking photos. 5. Food was ok but super overpriced. $36 for a plate of stir fry. Um, no thanks. Ugh. read more

This place has a lot of vegetarian options clearly marked. Minus the Dan Dan noodles they can't sub tofu for pork and still have it decent so not sure why it's an option. We got the vegetarian dim sum which was meh. I did like 1/3 options. The drunken noodles were so good. We also got the tofu eggplant which was good too. The service was great. It's quite loud so have to speak up or hard to hear the other person. read more

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A lovely take on Chinese cuisine. The restaurant furniture and decor is very elevated and chic. Food menu and presentation are amazing. Unfortunately, my server left much to be desired but the manager Lindsey was amazing with her service recovery. I came for my birthday celebration and from start to finish I had issues with the server but everything else was top tier. The encounter with him changed my mind from wanting to come back to try the happy hour. read more

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I got the orange chicken and it's a must try absolutely delicious! The customer service was top notch, and the atmosphere made the whole experience even better. I love this restaurant and will definitely be coming back! read more

Maison Chinoise - Orange Chicken - Dim Sum Near Me - Houston, Texas

Chinese food taken to a whole different level! These gorgeous Chinese restaurant is located in the heart of River Oaks, and it is such a beautiful restaurant, your eyes will not be able to stop admiring the beautiful set up they have. For parking, they have valet, but you can also park yourself and and pay through your phone. There are several signs around with the QR code for payment. Reservations are highly recommended, to ensure you get a spot. They have patio seating, beautifully decorated with glass of walls to protect you from the weather. They also have bar seating in the main dining room. The food is outstanding, everything that we try was delicious. We came to celebrate my bday and we got the Pan Fried Wagyu Beef pot stickers for appetizer and Dim Sum. For main entrées, we got Wagyu Truffle Fried Rice, Duck Fried Rice, General Tsao Chicken and Black Pepper Filet Mignon. They have excellent service, the staff is very knowledgeable, and if it's your first time here they can guide you and help you navigate the menu so you can make the best choice. For dessert we got the Mandarin Fields. all I can say it's a beautiful surprise you have to get it! Definitely unexperienced! And I would love to come back! read more

They never followed up about missing my birthday request. Unfortunately had a bad experience here. read more

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I am a little torn between giving this place 3 or 4 stars. Overall, it was a good experience, but it felt overpriced for what we received. I understand that this restaurant is located in one of the most expensive retail centers in the city, but $250 for four drinks, two soups, tea, and two sides felt a bit over the top. My husband and I came here to celebrate my birthday. The service and staff were excellent, but by the end of the meal I still felt a little ripped off. I also wouldn't necessarily call the food authentic Chinese cuisine. It seems like the restaurant group operates several concepts and blends different styles. I haven't been to their other locations, but if you're looking for an upscale atmosphere and don't mind spending a lot of money, this may be the place for you. To start, we ordered a vodka martini, a glass of chardonnay, and the salt and pepper seafood appetizer. The seafood was fresh from the fryer, crunchy, and a good portion for two. The martini was poured a bit low and could have been shaken better. Next came soup. I ordered the hot and sour soup, and my husband had the wonton soup. He enjoyed his wonton soup, but my hot and sour soup tasted slightly burnt, almost like caramelized soy sauce. For the next course we ordered the chef's suggested dim sum, brussels sprouts, and chow mein (no entrée). Everything was good overall, though the portions were small. The dim sum included only four small pieces, the brussels sprouts were a bit too spicy, and the chow mein was just okay. We also ordered a hot citrus tea, which was excellent. If I return, I would probably skip the cocktails, which really boost the bill, and stick with the tea service. For dessert we couldn't decide on anything, so we ordered another vodka soda and a second glass of chardonnay. The bill came out to nearly $250 before a 20% tip. I understand that high-end retail locations come with higher prices, and costs everywhere are rising. However, it still felt excessive, especially considering that two days later we went to our favorite authentic Cantonese BYOB restaurant in Chinatown and had a full family-style meal for eight people for $165. Of course, you can't compare River Oaks to Chinatown, but even though I was born and raised in River Oaks, you're much more likely to find me dining in Chinatown. read more

Third time eating here. Food, service and ambience excellent. The valet service was a bit confused and harried-- but in that area, maybe it can't be helped. Anyway, food here is very good. I don't know if you call this really authentic -- but does it really matter? read more

We came by on a Saturday afternoon to try their happy hour menu. The ambiance is beautiful & very up-scale, and the restaurant is nicely decorated. It is separated into 2 parts, the "patio" (which is still inside the restaurant, just closer to the curb/main street) and the sit-down area across the bar. Our server was very nice and checked on us several times during the meal for pleasantries, but our waters were unfortunately never refilled during our stay. The food is good but the portions are extremely small. Highlights included the tofu hummus, the wagyu rolls, and the duck tacos. Be wary - the happy hour menu is only 2 pieces of each. The eggrolls were average. Lychee cocktail was refreshing and I would order again. Parking unfortunately is not validated. It is a nice ambiance, but I cannot see myself coming for anything other than a special event as you can most likely get similar quality, for cheaper in Chinatown. read more

Maison Chinoise is easily one of our favorite restaurants in Houston--and one we return to week after week without hesitation. There's a level of consistency here that's rare, especially at this caliber. The standout is, without question, the Peking duck--arguably the best in the city. The skin is perfectly crisp, the meat is tender and flavorful, and the presentation is elevated without feeling overdone. Pairing it with melon is a brilliant touch--it adds a subtle sweetness and freshness that balances the richness beautifully. It's one of those details that shows real thought behind the menu. We also love the lobster dumplings--delicate, flavorful, and executed with precision. Every bite feels refined but still deeply satisfying. The seafood fried rice is another staple for us--generous, well-seasoned, and layered with flavor without being heavy. Beyond the food, the experience is consistently excellent. The service is polished yet welcoming, and the atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between upscale and comfortable. Maison Chinoise has become part of our routine for a reason--it delivers every single time. read more

Maison Chinoise - Lobster dumplings - Dim Sum Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I went with my wife during the week, early enough to have a couple of drinks, during happy hour. The food was very good. We ordered half of a Pekín duck, fried rice with duck (duck lovers), and some kind of noodles. Advice. The place does not have too many large tables; so, for parties over 4 people, reservations days in advance are recommended. Overall the food and service and ambiance were very good. We valet park ($10 plus tip). read more

Visited for happy hour and had a great time! Great and quick service. Beautiful restaurant. We tried 4 of the 6 happy hour dishes, and all were good. Our favorites were the crispy wagyu beef rolls, crispy shrimp egg rolls. For entrees, we had the Dan Dan noodle and chili shrimp -- bothe were great. Got a lychee martini for $10 happy hour. read more

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First time trying Lombardi's newest Houston concept. Wonderful experience, food was excellent and service was amazing. Vibe is on and fun, def recommend. read more

Maison Chinoise - Wagyu Potstickers - Dim Sum Near Me - Houston, Texas

Wanted to love Maison Chinoise but left feeling it was just average. The space is beautiful--upscale decor, nice vibes, very aesthetic. The receptionist was a bit snobby when I asked to sit on the couch area (the place was 90% empty on a Saturday lunch), but our waiter was great--friendly young guy with a great attitude who made up for it. Started with the chef's selection dim sum sampler and the lobster dumpling was the only standout. The red har gow didn't impress, the quail egg siu mai missed the mark--a single quail egg completely overtook the flavor. The pork soup dumpling was a letdown: wrong meat texture, soup base was off, and the skin thickness wasn't right. The crispy wagyu beef roll is basically a dense meatball wrapped in deep-fried rice paper--super crispy but no particular flavor. The black pepper filet mignon was the highlight though--surprisingly tender and really stood out. Chili Szechuan prawns were fine, nothing special but still tasted great (better than certain dim sum items). Ended with the Mandarin Field dessert which was great--impressive presentation with dry ice, a soft light orange-flavored mousse with little chocolate rice crispies for texture. Overall: ambience is great, food is hit or miss but not mindblowing, and it's overpriced for what you get. Nice spot for the aesthetic but I'd temper your expectations. Also heads up: menu prices are cash prices--paying by card adds a few percentage points more, which feels a bit nickel-and-dime-y for an upscale spot. read more

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I was hesitant to try this place because I typically avoid "vibey" restaurants. I absolutely hate trendy places that serve mediocre food or have bad service. Fortunately, that was not the case here! We ordered cocktails, several small plates (mostly dumplings) and the Peking Duck. Everything was delicious and our server was good even though he was busy. I'm not an expert, but the Peking Duck could potentially be the best in Houston. The only issue is this place is incredibly expensive (for Chinese food), but I knew that beforehand. The portions are pretty small so you'll probably need to spend $100+ per person if you want to leave full. With that said, everything was basically perfect so it's worth it for a special occasion. Just accept you're paying for a premium location, upscale setting, gourmet ingredients and presentation gimmicks like the dry ice that comes with some dishes. Sure, you can go elsewhere for food that's 90% as good at 1/2 the price, but this place is one of a kind and I wouldn't say it's a rip off. read more

came here for dinner with the girlies on a Saturday night to see what the hype was about, and honestly I'm not too sure what everyone is raving about lol the food wasn't horrible but for the price point and the servings everyone claims to be so generous?? I ordered the chefs selection of dumplings as a starter and they were pretty good! My main dish was the seafood fried rice and it was honestly just okay. The cocktails are cute and tasty but they are very easy on the alcohol so don't expect anything from them. I wouldn't really care to come back, but the service was awesome and the restaurant ambiance was 10/10. read more

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Had an enjoyable lunch at Maison Chinoise, everything we tried was delicious. Although portion is small, possibly the best Peking duck I've had in Houston! The dessert was so good that we ordered a second serving. We received good service, and the indoor ambiance was nice. read more

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Another amazing meal and wonderful service at Maison Chinoise. The level of consistency is terrific. Our favorite is the wagyu fried rice...the best! Thank you for making the evening so memorable and special! read more

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! Love this restaurant in Dallas and the Houston location did not disappoint. Great service and the place is nice and clean. We sat at the bar and the ambiance is nice. The floral ceilings and everything. The staff is excellent. Smoked old fashion was great. All the dumplings are perfect snd so is the duck. Really everything was excellent and will be back many times. read more

I've been looking forward to this place opening for months as I'm a huge fan of its next door neighbor B19, and this place didn't disappoint. I was impressed by the service, quality of food, and ambiance. I decided to sit at the bar to have dinner, and Kennedy the bartender was phenomenal. Attentive, but also respectful and relaxed. I started with the Pandan Espresso Martini, which I LOVED. A true classic with a subtle twist with the slight Pandan sweetness. Not too sweet, of course. Then opted for the Way of Xian Wei, their variation of an old fashioned. Same as the espresso martini -- really kept it true to the classic with a subtle twist. Perfect. I'd order both again in the future. Both 5/5. For dinner, I had: Crispy Wagyu Beef Rolls: 5/5. Love the crispy covering. Reminds me of the Vietnamese crispy net spring rolls, a favorite of mine. Grilled Sea Bass: 5/5. Perfectly cooked with a nice crust. The vegetables included were a nice addition. Crispy Golden Prawns: 4/5. Their version of honey walnut shrimp. A tad too rich and sweet for me, but still delicious. Dan Dan Noodles: 4/5. Great flavor with just enough kick and noodles had a nice texture. Overall, I was impressed and will definitely come back! read more

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We went to dine here and it was extremely hot and uncomfortable to sit and have the meal. The manager, Lindsay, was extremely rude and unaccommodating. Going so far as to say we were lying about the discomfort. I have never met a less professional individual. This restaurant would serve to do much better without a horrible manager. read more

I really enjoyed my food and the ambience! The service was just okay. Our waiter was nice but not very attentive and the hostess was not very welcoming; she was friendlier with other guests. The Mongolian wagyu beef was spicy and tender. Tasted even better the next day. Truly melted in my mouth! read more

Wanted to try this fairly new restaurant because I love Asian food and dim sum. Upon arriving, I was greeted by cheerful and friendly hostesses that seated me right away. It was Thursday and of course the place was packed. The ceiling was the main design attraction with beautiful art work. As for my waiter, I won't say his name because his performance wasn't to par but he definitely tried his best, in my opinion. I feel that the lack of service was due to a table that demanded most of his time. As for the food, I love soup dumpling but know that it's very hard to perfect. And if you know soup dumpling, it's hard to make them without the wrap being too thick to hold the soup inside. In this case, the dumpling exterior was on the thick side. But the flavor of the soup inside was good with a spicy kick to it. The lobster dumpling is a must have. It was perfect in flavor and texture. The crispy Wagyu beef roll was not what I had expected. It was recommended to me by our waiter and I was not please with it and would not recommend it at all. To be honest, it was more on the dry side. The rock shrimp was decent and the crab wonton was so hot on the inside that it burned my tongue. So I have no clue what it tasted like. With all those small bites, I was getting pretty full. So I chose the BBQ pork rib as my main entree. I asked for a side of white rice to eat with it. The rib was average. The flavor was mid and the moistness wasn't there. And of course, I had to try their dessert. The waiter recommended the dessert. I hate when they do not give you the menu so you can read the dessert description but instead tells you what your options are. And because it was so loud in there, I just agreed with his suggestion. But I requested for the fortune cookie because I felt it would look cool to see a huge fortune cookie as a dessert. Well, the dessert he recommended was an ice cream that looked like a mandarin or orange. The inside was a popsicle flavor ice cream. And the fortune cookie dessert did not look like a fortune cookie. It was a waffle cone shaped in what is suppose to be a fortune cookie. Anyways, even though this place is considered fine dining, in my opinion, the noise level was like a bar. It was super loud. Conversation is near close to impossible unless you like screaming to the point where the people next to you can just join in on your conversation. I notice that other reviews mention the noise. So do not expect to have a quiet dinner nor a conversation while dining there. read more

The restaurant is beautiful and intimate. Great place for date night, birthday dinner. The food was delicious and the service was incredible. Definitely recommend and will come back again read more

Maison Chinoise - Dim Sum Near Me - Houston, Texas

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