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    Colin C.

    We came across this place and it was so packed for dinner that we just had to try it and see what the hype was about. It looks like a new trendy pan asian fusion spot with dishes from many different cuisines. We got the jajjangmyeong and cake noodles. Although good, they weren't spectacular and I feel that what would've been better are the shareable meats and veggie dishes. I definitely will be coming back to try the other dishes.

    Crab Rangoon
    Anika A.

    Stumbled upon Mein while in Houston's Chinatown area and wanted to try a new place other than our usuals. I'm so glad we found this place. Decently sized with lots of booth seating which I loved. We were immediately greeted when we entered and were quickly ushered to a table. Our waiter was prompt, attentive and friendly so I'd say pretty good service. I ordered crab rangoon as an appetizer and the garlic black bean shrimp! Loveddd it! Food was sizzling hot and the bell peppers were so fresh and sautéed perfectly! My fiancé ordered the pepper steak which was just as good packed with so much flavor. The meal portion was perfect, we definitely enjoyed our meal. Great price too!

    top: Garlic Black Bean Chicken , bottom left: Char Kuey Teow, bottom right: Phnom Penh Twin Noodle
    Anna S.

    I came to Mein to celebrate my birthday with my parents. The interior was gorgeous, and the seating was ample. I was surprised by how diverse their menu was, which ranged from Chinese food to Malaysian, Korean, Thai, and even a few Cambodian dishes, so that was a plus! The portion sizes were reasonable, and ordered the following: 1) Phnom Penh Twin Soup (2/5): It's hard to find Cambodian food in Houston, period, so when I saw the various "Phnom Penh" options on Mein's noodle menu, I was excited. But truthfully, this... was quite the let down. They had some staple ingredients such as liver, minced pork, shrimp, and heart, so I expected a richer, complex taste with the toppings that Phnom Penh Noodle Soup (or Hu Tieu Nam Vang), but I found the broth extremely bland, and my parents shared similar sentiments. My suggestion? Topping the noodles with fried garlic instead of garlic oil would help a lot and make the soup more aromatic. Nonetheless, I like to keep an open mind and would give the other 2 Phnom Penh dishes a chance. 2) Chicken Black Bean Sauce (4/5): Delicious! The chicken was a bit dry, but adding bell peppers, onions, and the Black Bean sauce made it a delight. :) 3) Char Kuey Teow (5/5): This blew me away, and the addition of Chili Oil crisps provided on the table? CHEFS KISS. Ordering stir-fried flat noodles is such a staple at Chinese restaurants and is hard to mess up, but everything about the Char Kuey Teow was excellent; usually, I don't like to get seafood dishes, but the squid, shrimp, etc. didn't have that fishy aftertaste. The texture of the crispy pork fat was also unique, but enjoyable. Despite my lengthy qualms about the noodle soup, my mouth salivated at their other menu options, and I would bring my friends to Mein in the future!

    Lava Toast
    Katie A.

    I came right at the busy lunch hour but was seated right away. I started with red oil dumplings which was my favorite thing I ordered. I will be thinking about those and wanting to come back for more. Then I had the shaking chicken which I also loved, a lot of great flavor. I also had the egg tofu that was perfectly cooked and melted in my mouth. My least favorite was actually the lava cake. It was really tasty but the filling wasn't my favorite. I also think I was trying to compare it to the toast at house of bowls. The service was great and I had two servers checking in on me regularly. After hearing about this place for years I finally made it and can say it did not disappoint. It's definitely on my list of places to come back to in Chinatown.

    Xiao long bao
    Melody D.

    Mein is awesome! I love the entire vibe of the restaurant as it has a nicely decorated interior and they are able to accommodate large parties. Every single dish that we ordered was so tasty and flavorful. I would absolutely order the soup dumplings and firecracker chicken again and again! Even portions are huge as they are intended to be shared amongst the table. Highly recommend!

    Red Oil Dumplings
    Lainey N.

    Food was pretty good, nothing really stood out. The service was really good! Our server was very attentive and food came out in 5-10 minutes! The vibe is very cool and nice as well!

    Chili dumplings
    Anh N.

    Omg. Yum. The service. The food. Everything authentic and so beautifully plated! Was visiting from out downtown and to have late night eateries like Mein that stay open late and have legit dishes...boom! Sesame beef was so tender! Maw soup was delish. Food comes out quick but the quality is very much all there! Definitely one fo the ebstsbdown in belleaire .

    Shaking chicken and beef and scallion
    Klash H.

    Always tasty ordered the shaking chicken and the beef and scallions. Everything was flavorful. My husband didnt like it the first time we came because he likes Americanized Asian food. This time he loved it. He stated he could taste the quality.

    Clams in Black Bean Sauce
    Bryan V.

    Mein is one of the staple restaurants located in this plaza. They have quite an extensive menu and I highly encourage ordering family style with your party so that you can try lots of dishes. We tried the clams in black bean sauce, egg tofu, beef broccoli hor fun, red oil dumplings, and stir fried string beans. The egg tofu had an amazing texture... slight crisp on the outside and silky smooth on the inside... Pairs well with the chili oil that's on the table. The beef broccoli hor fun hit the spot! Very savory & saucy and the texture of the flat noodles was addicting! The string beans were a nice palate cleanser but also had an addictive flavor. The dumplings were crispy but not super saucy as I expected them to be. Clams were solid but nothing to write home about... could also be more generous with the sauce for this dish. Overall, Mein is pretty consistent and great for group dinners.

    Secret pickle that you have to ask for. IYKYK.
    Fabian L.

    We were there on Saturday 7.30pm and were seated in a booth after waiting for about 10 minutes. It's pretty quick. The service is amazing with friendly servers and they always were checking on us. The vibes of this restaurant transported me to Hong Kong. It's noisy; it's loud and busy like how it's supposed to be! I love it. The food is delicious and has "wok hey". I cannot wait to come back and try more dishes with more friends. We had to pack 3 to-go boxes because the portions were huge. And also remember to ask for the pickled chili to go with your food (it's not served on the table) - if you know, you know.

    Lava toast
    Monica W.

    Had lava toast super duper yummy, chili oil dumplings, Green beans with minced meat, and walnut prawns.

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    Eesha S.

    love this place!! upon entry, your greeted by many staff despite the place being busy, and they are very helpful and take your order carefully and always confirm with you and are willing to modify if needed! the place itself is very busy-- and the restaurant is clean, including bathrooms. the food was delicious! we got jajangmyeon and drunken noodles and they both tasted super good, the jajangmyeon had a perfect balance between the caramelly taste and the savory flavors-- not bitter, and it was such a smooth sauce, and the pork pieces inside were fried super well! and the drunken noodles were a great spice and flavorful! soft noodles, the perfect texture for the perfect chew.

    String Bean
    Vannisa T.

    A true hidden gem tucked just behind the bustle of Chinatown. While parking can be a bit tricky and limited, there's street parking available nearby. We arrived around dinnertime and despite a few parties ahead of us, we only waited about 15 minutes outside. The interior has an industrial vibe with an open kitchen, and there's plenty of seating to accommodate both small and large groups. But the real standout here is the diverse menu. We ordered the string beans, calamari, and firecracker chicken. Everything was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. The generous portion is perfect for sharing. The calamari was especially crispy and addictive. We couldn't stop eating them! And the firecracker chicken? So flavorful and satisfying.

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