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    MDK Noodles

    4.2 (302 reviews)
    ModerateNoodles, Soup, Korean
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Good for groups

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    Bibim Kalguksu #20
    Eint P.

    MDK Noodles in Chinatown was a solid four star experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Parking was easy and place was clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered the tteokbokki,pork and kimchi dumplings, bibimbap, and jolmyeon and everything tasted really good. The flavors were comforting and satisfying across every dish. We asked if their raw skate fish was smelly and our service was kind enough to give us samples. We liked the flavor of the fish so we got it along with jolmyeon. Definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.

    [Dongchimi] Cold Kimchi Noodle Soup #21, [Tteokbokki] Spicy Stir-Fried Rice Cake #27, Clam Kalguksu #5
    Lily H.

    This was my first time trying MDK noodles! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is clean and service is pretty good except for the fact that they couldn't split up our check 6 ways.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].. The portion sizes were also really large and I almost couldn't finish my dish! I ordered a clam noodle dish and our group shared a pan of tteokbokki, which I personally felt was the only dish they didn't give enough of even though we ordered a large. My clam noodle dish had a lot of clams but the seafood flavor wasn't as strong as I'd like it to be. I really enjoyed my friend's dish which was #21, a cold kimchi noodle dish which wasn't spicy at all and was extremely refreshing and briney. Compared to other Korean restaurants, I felt like the number of banchan dishes they gave out was limited. They just gave out kimchi and pickled lettuce/white radish. Both were ok, I've had better kimchis.

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    Nick R.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Good food, a little pricey considering the casual ambience, but no complaints about the flavors as everything was delicious.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Wish all of the food had come out at the same time. My seafood pancake came out 10-15 minutes after everything else. On the other hand, it was delicious.

    Shrimp and Pork Dumplings #10 and Kimchi
    Raisa Z.

    My friends and I go here for the kalguksu. I've only tried the regular chicken one, but it is soooo good! I tried my first kalguksu here and I loved it so much. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It felt like an elevated chicken noodle soup. I say that especially because it feels so cozy and warm while you're eating it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The noodles themselves were amazing and every now and then I crave them again. It also comes with a nice sauce and two types of kimchi. I think this korean restaurant has my favorite kimchi I've ever gotten from a korean restaurant. We also tried their shrimp and pork dumplings and their squash pancakes, they were soooo good! Definitely recommend this place and all the dishes mentioned to others!

    Kalguksu Knife Cut Noodle in Chicken Broth #1
    Sandra S.

    Enjoyed a nice, big, steaming bowl of kalguksu -- hearty, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Each order came with two side dishes of kimchi, perfectly complementing the meal. Not my usual preference of kimchi in terms of flavor profile but it was a refreshing crunch to my hearty soup. Note that anything spicy here is actually pretty spicy. The service was friendly, adding to the overall great experience.

    Huyen C.

    I have been wanting to try this place for awhile.. but honestly, I was not impressed. I'm giving it a 4, because the dumplings were good and service was nice. We didn't have to wait long for food, although, they were out of the seafood pancake batter. The noodles were eh. Not something I would get again. My friend got the pork dish, and that was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bathrooms are clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Services again, was very nice and efficient.

    Eric T.

    MDK Noodles is quickly becoming one of my go-to's in Chinatown when I am feeling hungry or just want a no nonsense good meal. The service is consistently friendly and the food arrives at your table within a reasonable amount of time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is never packed but stays busy throughout the night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We did not have to wait very long to get seated as a party of 7. Like many other reviews have stated, their signature Kalguksu is the dish to get. It's a large bowl of perfectly cooked noodles and dumplings enveloped in a rich, hearty, and warming chicken soup. Make sure to add lots of the green onion and garlic sauce to the soup to make it even more rich and savory. Another noodle dish that we frequently order here are the bibimguksu or bibim nengmyun (I believe the only difference in those two types of cold noodles is the types of noodles that they use). The bibim nengmyun features noodles that are bouncier and chewier, while the bibimguksu has noodles that have a very slight herbaceous flavor. Another item to not sleep on is the seafood pancake. The haemul pajeon at MDK is always crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The pancake sauce here is probably my favorite too. MDK serves two types of kimchi--both advertised as made in house / on premises. The white kimchi is sour and slightly sweet, while the red kimchi is spicy, garlicy, and intense. I find that the red kimchi goes amazingly well with the kalguksu or any of their noodle soups and their white kimchi is great with their dumplings. I am a big fan of their kimchi offerings. Unfortunately, during my most recent visit, I found a little twig or stick in my bibim nengmyun. I would have brought this to the server's attention but I found it as I literally took the last bite. Either way, I still believe that MDK is a great spot and a restaurant that has a very long tenure in Houston's Chinatown. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibes are typically a bit more laid back and relaxed compared to the hustle and bustle and slight craziness of Bellaire.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Jackie C.

    Pretty yummy noodles and super affordable. Service was also pretty good and the food was brought out timely. I don't remember any particular standouts - just that everything was solid.

    Emy A.

    We went here for dinner on Friday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is spacious and clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waiter gave us barley tea to try. We also asked for water if we didn't want the tea. We tried kimchi pork dumplings, seafood pancake, galbi, and bulgogi bibimbap with fried egg. The banchan (Kimchi and vinegary cabbage) were homemade and gave each one of us our own separate ones. You can ask for more if you wanted to. We will definitely come back and try their other dishes.

    Bibimguksu Mixed Spicy Noodles #17
    Sergio G.

    This is my go-to spot for cold noodles here in Houston. The portion size is honestly huge, and since it's a noodle dish, I find myself getting full each time I go. The flavor is great and especially during this summer heat it's a perfect way to cool off. Service here is good, and they provide you with water for the table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The physical space is good as well, there's usually not a lot of traffic so I have never experienced a wait time for seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Hours can be confusing, though, as I have encountered a few times where they closed ahead of their posted schedule. Definitely a bit of uncertainty there so I might recommend calling ahead to make sure they're actually open.

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    Tiffany K.

    My boyfriend was feeling ill so we stopped by here for Spicy Kalguksu. I ordered the Spicy Bibim Nengmyun with bulgogi and pork dumplings to share. If you've never had Korean cold noodles before, this is the perfect restaurant to try it. The portions are large, so you'll never leave hungry. The pork dumplings are so juicy! This place really hit the spot. I appreciate that their food is consistent :) [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very cute restaurant and the location is great![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is pretty quick, too.

    Rice Cake Dumpling Soup #8, Tteokbokki Spicy Stir Fried Rice Cake #27, Bibimbab #31
    David C.

    MDK is a very famous mandu and noodles spot in Korea. I have been to the original spot in Seoul and it was worth the hype. Everything there was the best I've had of that specific food. Obviously, this is not Korea and I ordered it for delivery so I had to keep my expectations realistic which was a good idea. Don't get me wrong, MDK here was ok but do not have the expectations that it'll be even close to the Korean stuff. The Tteokbbokki was very average. The rice cakes were not very chewy. Sauce was watery. Overall, it wasn't spicy. I would not recommend getting it. 3/10. The bibimbap was decent. There was a good amount of vegetables and the balance between vegetables, rice, and meat was good. It would've been nice if it came with gochujang on the side. 5/10. The rice cake and dumpling soup was meh. The same dish I tried in Korea was full of flavor and had depth to it. The one here tasted similar to what you can get from a plastic bag at the Asian supermarket. 3/10. I really liked how they provided a good amount of kimchi on the side. That was the only banchan provided though. It would've been nice to have some others. I look forward to trying this place out in person next time I'm in Houston and will edit my review if my experience in person is different.

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    Huy N.

    Came here in desperate need of hot soup to get my sinuses running, and this place did wonderfully. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was great, and the ambience was relaxing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This place offers some of the best kimchi in the town, and they aren't shy about refilling it either. We got the pork dumplings, spicy kalguksu, and bibimguksu w/ bulgogi. Pork dumplings - these were delicious, the skin was thin, it was super juicy almost like a soup dumpling but not quite. Spicy Kalguksu - definitely a good amount of spice in this one, I would say it's on the same level as Buldak's spice. The knife cut noodles were cooked extremely well, tender but not soggy. This dish cured my congestion. Bibimguksu - My partner got this dish and she loves it, it's perfect for a hot summer day, as the sauce is sweet and spicy paired with the chewy cold noodles, and cucumbers makes for a very refreshing combination of flavors. P.S. my favorite thing about MDK is the amount of food that they give you for the price that you pay, you'll definitely be leaving full.

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    Is this still Myung Dong? Or new ownership? Different menu?

    How can I book reservation besides calling? The phone doesn't pick up. Can't wait to try this place!

    You don't need reservations. Every time we come, we just walk in and there's plenty of tables available

    R u open for dine in today?

    I am so sorry for the late reply! I hope you were able to come join us to eat. We are open for dine in, and open during holidays ! Appreciate the support.

    Hi, do you sell ur kimchi? How much is 1 jar?

    Hello :) yes, we do sell the kimchi in a jar. 32 oz medium jar is $10, 1/2 gallon large jar is $20.… 

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