Yum! Yum! Yum! I came to Loves Dumpling House with my dad and my husband for dinner on a Friday…read morearound 6:30pm. We were seated right away. There is plenty of parking, plenty of indoor seating space and the ambiance is nice. We all shared Mushroom & Pork Soup Dumplings, Pork Soup Dumplings, Dan Dan Noodles, Pork and Chive Pan-fried Dumplings, and Beef and Onion Spicy & Sour Dumplings. If I had more room in my tummy, I would have ordered at least 4 more things from their amazing menu. We all had zero self-control and dig in before I could think to take any pictures. The soup dumplings were a hit for all three of us. I especially enjoyed the Beef and Onion Spicy & Sour Dumplings. My dad especially liked the Dan Dan Noodles because they were very peanut forward.

I have been seeing this place opened not too long ago and Katy freeway…read more Surprisingly this place was completely packed at 6pm on a Friday. Good thing I only ordered to go. I saw a lot of Asian in the restaurant and that means they are authentic Dumplings were freshly made in house and they are good. Price ranges around $10-$12 for dumpling Overall it's very reasonable price range

Nice people. Great food. I always get spicy noodles and they are great, but the other dishes look…read moretasty too.

The price got a bit higher but the food still good. My favorite is the vegetable mix and duck wings…read more! Little spicy is good for me. However the food go bad very easy, u have to finish within day or two.

BF hosted a major get-together for friends and chose this gem as the gathering spot. No regrets all…read morearound--everyone thought it was a great place to eat, catch up, and spend the afternoon. Malaysian Grilled Chicken Satay - Super tender with a sweet peanut sauce that really accentuated the flavors. Probably my favorite appetizer so far--had to be extra careful around my BF after this! Definitely my brother's personal favorite; I'm sure he ate 3 of them! Hainanese Chicken & Rice - Very tender and chewy with a mild flavor. The ginger-and-scallion sauce at the bottom was very refreshing, and the aromatic rice was among the most delicious I've had! I saw that the grains looked similar to Vietnamese broken rice because they weren't fully rounded. For some reason, this made the texture so much more appealing to me. Curry Chicken Puff - Love the curry flavor of this and the delicacy of the puff pastry. The shell isn't too thick, and the vegetables are very well infused with the curry, making them strong contributors to the overall flavor. Despite it being a pastry, I didn't feel overwhelmed by the carbs--indicating that the breading-to-stuffing ratio of this sat at the perfect pinnacle. Malaysian Roti Canai - One of my absolute favorite dishes here. I would come to this place just for this--the whole table compared the combo to crack. No joke. The chicken and potatoes are some of the most tender pieces in this dish, and you could slurp the broth like it's its own dish. I watched this go way too fast, and even two orders per table were not enough to satisfy the crowd. Malaysian Roti Canai (w. Egg) - Love the original much more, but this was still very delicious. They made the egg very thin, so it didn't overwhelm the roti. The egg took away from my favorite roti taste, but it was so well seasoned I wasn't even that angry about it. Malaysian Char Kuey Teow (Migoreng) - OOH. This has a unique flavor--much more savory than packaged ramen. The texture of the noodles is very inviting. It's much less salty compared to the pre-packaged Migoreng. The flavor was more umami. Rich, deep, and just the perfect amount to coat the noodles. Stir-Fried Mixed Vegetable (w. Tofu) - This is a very saucy vegetable dish, but I didn't mind it at all. I loved it, though it was the last dish I had and I was definitely stuffed by then. The sauce reminds me of a thinner Migoreng sauce--more viscous than a loose sauce, but not as thick as Migoreng. Very good, but my taste buds were definitely overwhelmed at this point. Malaysian Milk Tea - Not as sweet as I expected. I was told the tea leaves were imported from Malaysia, and our table ended up ordering six of them. The lingering bitterness in the aftertaste is something I'm very fond of, and the tea flavor is exceptionally rich. The milk infusion in this is peak. Malaysian Lime "Calamansi" & Plum Drink - Tasted like a lime-tamarind drink to my BF, while my brother and I thought it tasted like Vietnamese chanh muối. Overall, Uncle Chin's lived up to the hype, just as I knew it would from the day my BF brought home leftover roti from his very first visit. The buzz of having 16 people definitely distracted me from paying close attention to every dish--I even missed taking a few photos--but one thing remained true: everyone was talking about the food. Every time a new dish came out, the table erupted with commentary about its flavor, uniqueness, and overall impact. Some dishes stole the show more than others (my lovely roti, hello), but every single one earned its place on the menu. Very sad we didn't get to see Uncle Chin sing, but with 16 people to serve during the lunch rush, I'm sure he was pretty overwhelmed.

Ordered the chicken curry, sizzling tofu, stir fried flat noodles and seafood fried rice…read more There was good wok hei on the noodles and fried rice. Aside from the rice though, everything was incredibly bland. I was honestly pretty disappointed given all of the glowing reviews of this place.

Food was great and the service was top tier. Owner was…read moregenuine and friendly. Will definitely be back soon!

I had time to squeeze in one last meal before leaving Houston, and after seeing Pho Dien…read morerecommended all over TikTok and by so many friends, I knew I had to give it a try! I'll admit I was a little skeptical going in because I genuinely think my favorite pho spot in Texas is still in Austin where I live. That being said, Houston has such an incredible Vietnamese food scene that I've been making it my mission to try as many of the highly recommended spots as I can! When my pho first came out, I thought the broth was rich and flavorful, but it didn't immediately blow me away. Then the manager came over and started chatting with me, asking where I was visiting from and what some of my favorite pho spots were. He even asked what style of broth I usually like, and after I told him I tend to prefer a richer broth, he brought me a side of their fatty broth to add in. It made SUCH a difference!! It added so much depth and flavor, and I appreciated that he took the time to personalize my meal instead of just serving the food and walking away. What impressed me even more was how attentive everyone was. The manager noticed I'd asked for to-go containers even though I'd barely touched my food and came over to make sure everything was okay. I had to explain that I just wasn't as hungry as I thought I'd be haha. He was SO kind and even packed me an extra container of the fatty broth to take home, which was such a thoughtful gesture. We also ordered the grilled pork vermicelli, and WOW...it was honestly one of the best versions I've ever had! The pork was incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked. Between the delicious food and the genuinely amazing hospitality, I can definitely see why Pho Dien is so well-loved. Next time I definitely want to come back and try their bone marrow pho!!

A year and a half dozen + visits later and I'm still singing their praises!…read more While service can be a bit hit or miss during busier times the food is so exceptional that you don't really notice.

The food was good, but unfortunately, the service completely overshadowed the experience…read more Our group of eight arrived about an hour before closing, and from the moment we walked in, it was obvious that the staff was annoyed we were there. At approximately 9:20 p.m., our waiter made a point to tell us that the restaurant closed at 9:30 p.m. and that we would be KICKED OUT by 9:40 p.m. I have never felt so rushed or unwelcome at a restaurant. Another group of four arrived about 30 minutes before closing and was refused service altogether. If you decide to visit, make sure you arrive with plenty of time before closing, because it appears the posted closing time may not reflect when they actually stop serving customers. The food was enjoyable, but based on the service and how unwelcome we were made to feel, I doubt I will return.

Jin Yuan Cafe's (錦源美食) opened two years ago and quickly became one of the only true Shanghainese…read morespots in Katy -- if not in the greater Houston area. Located inside of the 99 Ranch Market (#1) along Mason, it had so much potential but struggled with foot traffic. As a result, it closed for good several weeks ago. With only a handful of tables, the setup was casual and completely unpretentious. The restaurant transitioned from over-the-counter ordering to a self service kiosk, a practice that has become commonplace amongst many Asian eateries. Prices were reasonable for the area, with plenty of options under $10. The menu featured a number of classics true to Shanghainese cuisine, including their stir fried udon (上海粗炒麵), scallion oil noodles (葱油拌面), min purse wontons (小馄饨), and even braised wheat gluten (烤麩). All of these items delivered in a big way, even their steamed dumplings (水餃) was silky and plump. Unfortunately two Shanghainese staples fell short: soup dumplings / XLB (小籠包) and pan fried buns / SJB (生煎包). The XLB was doughy, unstable, and the broth lacked depth. The SJB suffered from a similar doughy texture, with very little crisp at the bottom. These were not issues initially, but over time the decline in quality became noticeable. There is a part of me that hopes for a revival in a new location. While there is no shortage of soup dumplings in Houston, Shanghainese cuisine remains rare. ___________ (#1) 99 Ranch Market - Katy: https://www.yelp.com/biz/99-ranch-market-katy-2

Curry Beef Vermicelli: this is one of the more unique dishes I've had recently. The soup is super…read morelight, but has an aromatic curry aroma to it. The noodles are thin but cooked al dente. Nice tender slices of beef. Pan fried dumplings: Really great texture... crispy on the bottom and soft everywhere else. The dumplings were juicy and very flavorful. Very sad that they closed... it was a super affordable hidden gem.

This place is in the food court of 99 ranch in case anyone is wondering. The place is always super…read moreclean with plenty of tables of chairs to sit around. Service is fast and the food is amazing consider if being in the food court and they have a huge variety! I've tried most of their items over the years and never regret once. The price is very fair and the entrees is like Panda Express but better! Great for meal prepping or just take out in a busy day.

I was super hungry and ate a huge meal all by myself!…read more I had the two entree with noodles (that doesn't count as an entree) with orange chicken and spicy eggplant (Japanese eggplant), a sesame ball with bean paste inside and 3 egg rolls. It was a good price for all that food! You can use your Ranch 99 card to get points. It is also a good place to people watch. The employees are friendly and helpful (I Almost got a bun with chicken instead of yellow bean paste..would have been a huge surprise!) They have workers that non-stop clean the tables. I would definitely eat here again!

friendly service and good food! Definitely love the iced caramel latte and the shrimp pho is…read moreawesome! generous portions for fair prices!

Ordered the mango smoothie and mocha smoothie and the egg roll appetizer. I took a picture of what…read moreI thought I was ordering and a picture of what I got. The waitress told me, oh, you wanted real fruit? I said yes, that is what I thought I was ordering! She said... oh, that's just a picture. It was so watered down with milk and ice you couldn't even taste the little bit of mango. The mocha smoothie is mostly ice milk with a squirt of Hershey's syrup! The egg rolls were nothing to write home about! Editing this because I need to also let everyone know that not only are the pictures not accurate on the menu... neither are the prices!!!! They tried to charge me $2.00 more!!! Unbelievable! Needless to say, we will not be back.

hunan kitchen has been a staple for yearssss, truly my fav restaurant ever and hands down the best…read morechinese food i've had!! the interior has plenty of seating, making it great for both family dinners and group gatherings. the owners are a couple: a super friendly woman and the diligent chef. the service is always attentive and fast and the food comes out SOOO quickly. portions are also huuuge at consistently high quality. what really sets this place apart is the depth of flavor, the spice levels are just right. you taste the chili, sichuan peppercorn, and mala fragrances, along with that unmistakable wok hei!! nothing feels muted or overly aggressive. - one must-order is the hunan bbq fish (君山烤鱼). at just over $30, ITS SUCH A STEALLL for what you get: an entire seabass served in a massive chafing dish, surrounded by a medley of vegetables like cauliflower, potatoes, lotus root, and peppers. the fish is tender and flaky, not overly salty or spicy, but infused with a beautifully fragrant mala heat. it's perfect for celebratory meals or sharing with a big group - the sautéed preserved pork with dried smoked bamboo shoots (烟笋炒腊肉) is an absolute classic. the cured pork belly has an intense smokiness that hits you immediately, with alternating bites of rich fatty pieces and deeply savory lean cuts. the bamboo shoots add texture and soak up all that flavor - their poached sliced beef in hot chili oil (水煮牛肉) is another standout. the beef is incredibly succulent, swimming in a chili oil broth that's bursting with aroma without being overwhelming. this dish can often be too oily or salty elsewhere, but hunan kitchen nails the balance! - the sauteed diced chicken with chili pepper (辣子鸡) is my all time FAVVV and something i've loved since growing up. the chicken is perfectly crispy and crunchy while staying juicy on the inside. paired with dried chilies and peppercorns, the numbing spice slowly creeps in and builds as you eat. its ADDICTING in the most dangerous way, and i genuinely cannot stop eating it every time - the stir-fried diced chicken with green peppercorn (青花椒鸡丁) offers a slightly different flavor profile that i really love. the chicken is tender, and the green peppercorn brings a refreshing, citrusy, almost electric numbing sensation that feels lighter and brighter compared to red chilies. it's bold and a really fun contrast to some of the other dishes - for something non spicy, the seafood and japanese tofu (海鲜玉子豆腐) is PURE COMFORT FOOD for me. the tofu is lightly crisped on the outside but sooo silky inside, topped with soft fish fillets, huge shrimp, and a rich, glossy sauce packed with umami. i ascend every single time i eat it LOL overall, hunan kitchen is insanely worth it for the price. the portions are massive, the quality is consistently high, and for how authentic and flavorful the food is, it's honestly such a steal. you get way more than what you pay for, especially when ordering family style, and they even offer lunch specials, which makes it easy to come back often for a quick meal. it's such an underrated spot in katy and i wish more people talked about it :') this place deserves way more love!!

Unique and delicious Chinese food! Always enjoy it! The diced chicken with chili pepper is a…read morefavorite! Dumplings amazing too!!

This is for foodies. Spicy pork cabbage dumpling soup. Add…read morea 1/2 teaspoon vinegar that's on the table and wait for it to cool a bit. I'd have a picture but ate so much of it as it was that good. Soup dumplings are fresh and I'll try that next time. Good service- friendly and quick. Simple place, nice light. Good location so don't miss the take out too- I'm already thinking of when I'm coming back this way again. Advice: Go.

If you're looking for a VERY quaint and super duper delicious dumpling house, this is the place to…read morego! We went to our normal dumpling restaurant and it had a note on the door that it was closed today, so we thought we'd finally give Dumplingholic a try. So happy we did! We started out with the onion cakes and some iced teas. We went on to order the pork xiaolongbao, pork & scallion spicy and sour dumplings soup, and pan fried pork and scallion dumplings. Let me tell you, so flavorful. Nothing plain or boring, broth seasoned, the meat seasoned. I also liked that you can see the dumplings being made. The kid serving us was so kind too. Wish I would have taken some pictures!