Visit #alot and it was spectacular :) love all these foods. Service and cleanliness is spot on …read more Feel comfortable and safe to dine here. Beef randang is yummy and chicken skewers are amazing :) they should have a larger portion as an entree :) writing this review has me wanting to go back for more The sizzling tofu on the got plate with egg on the bottom with the glazed soy sauce on top is a sleeper. This is the top spot I have had tofu at in houston.

A couple of colleagues and I came here for lunch on Friday. Spoiler alert this was not a good…read morevisit. First of all, the waitress that took our order had us tell her what the menu item number was for each of our orders. Which was fine, except she didn't seem to understand one of the numbers. Her English seemed limited - not the end of the world. When I physically looked at the tablet, I corrected what almost became a mistake, and then she proceeded to walk off without taking our menus. All the prices have increased since the last time I came, which is not abnormal, but something to keep in mind. The food itself was fine. We ordered curry chicken laksa, a mee goreng, and a roti canai. The laksa was good, but my colleague mentioned her mee goreng had very little protein in it. So when it came time to pay, our waitress just brought the tablet and asked if we were paying together or separate. I proceeded to take out my credit card, and given this is yet another Chowbus establishment, the POS system started gratuity at 18%. There was nothing about our service that garnered 18%. I don't even recall our waters getting refilled. I didn't want to bother pressing the custom button to have to do mental math while the server waited so I begrudgingly selected the 18%. And I already know Chowbus calculates tip AFTER tax, which is another annoyance. Here's the kicker. After I received my receipt via text, I then realized there was a 3% credit card fee. At no point did our server mention this. And as I was going over the receipt, I also found out that the credit card fee was calculated based on the subtotal, tip and tax. This setup felt very predatory and not transparent. Their math and the lack of effective communication has ensured I will not be returning. A little honesty would go a long way.

I will be quite honest with you that I really have no experience with Malaysian food. In point of…read morefact, I've bypass this restaurant numerous times simply assuming that it was Chinese. It is anything but in point of fact, it is in my estimation, a unique culinary experience. I don't write from the perspective of comparing this food to other Malaysian dishes that I've had in point of fact to the best of my recollection I don't think that I've ever had Malaysian cuisine. But if this restaurant is an example, I have missed a great deal. The food is very unique the servings are very gracious charitable. The prices are incredibly reasonable given the distinction of this particular cuisine and given the portions and quality of food that is served. The service is quite simple and the restaurant is actually quite small. However, I must tell you from A service perspective. It's truthfully amazing because the takeout business is extremely active. Not to mention the fact that the chef walks out and speaks to people will share anything that you want to know about Malaysian food and obviously from the quality of the food that I ate not only is his explanation thorough but my guess is his skills are incredible. As I said it is very small so it's difficult to Alpine about the ambience other than it was quite clean and given the number of whom I suspect were Malaysian people it's obviously quite popular within that community. So I take that to be a sign that this food is quite native in nature. I had a pork meal, which is only on Sundays. I spoke to the chef about it, and he explained that the preparation started one day in advance of actually serving the meal, so I understand why it is only served once a week. Although I must tell you because I lack familiarity it seemed to me that I would be hours and hours trying to replicate any of the dishes. All I can tell you is this if you are in an exploratory mood for a cuisine and have had or have not had Malaysian before I suspect this is a place to go. Quite informal, extremely fair pricing very generous portions great service very pleasant people and frankly it's a a family affair of what you will see many when you go. Quite a lovely experience.

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 - 4/5 Service - 4/5…read moreAmbiance - 4/5 Overall - 4/5 Within this busy shopping center lies this small Malaysian restaurant. Parking here will forever and always be terrible, but besides that, this place was almost entirely empty, especially for a weekend lunch (we did come almost right at opening time, but there were only like a few other customers by the time we finished). I think the main issue with this restaurant is the menu. With a wide variety of options with different cuisines, I felt that the quality of dishes was lower than I wanted. That aside, I absolutely loved the roti canai, with it being almost perfectly crispy, buttery, and tasty. The fried rice was really flavorful with the salted fish, almost verging on too strong. The curry noodle soup we got was not very strong and was a little bit disappointing. The beef tripe was so incredibly tasty, though the spice was a little bit much for my family. The beef dry hot pot was nice, though I only really liked the beef and not much else on it (some of it was bitter, other parts were just too salty). I don't think this place is terrible. We did come as one of, if not the first, customers in the restaurant, so everything was made fresh and was hot as we ate it. I just think was so much competition surrounding it in this busy shopping center, I don't think it accomplishes enough to be a go-to place for my family.

We saw this place on social media and decided to visit for Mother's Day…read more First things first - parking lot was insane. So come early or you might circle the lot for awhile. We were seated immediately but our server was giving us attitude the entire time. He would constantly check on the other tables but never us. We had to flag down the other server whenever we needed something. Food wise, everything was just okay. The best thing was probably the roti canai and the stir fried flat noodles with beef. The green beans were flavorless, the sizzling pepper chicken was not spicy (we requested spicy) and no pepper, and the beef rendang was really oily.

We revisited Mamak on a weekend for lunch. It was fairly slow foot traffic around noon. The owner…read more(?) was a bit rude. After we ordered, he said they had no noodles for the char kway teow; this is fairly ridiculous for Malaysian cuisine. The dish is literally made with flat rice noodles (kway teow). This is like saying Popyes is out of fried chicken. He suggested to replace it with different egg noodles and we obliged; it wasn't very good. Our food was ready extremely quickly and when he served the food, he almost slammed the dishes on the table. Really freaking odd and unprofessional. Based on the two visits, the experience was very inconsistent and we will be going somewhere else to dine in the Sugar Land area going forward.

As one of the only full fledged restaurants in JusGo, Mamak holds the distinction for being the…read moreonly Malaysian establishment in Sugar Land (#1) and more importantly, is one of the best options for Malaysian fare in all of the Houston area. The combination of Malay Bahasa and accented Mandarin is often spoken by the staff, along with a few Teochew words thrown in between. They're warm, friendly, and make solid recommendations depending on preference. The interior is spacious, airy, primed with lots of open seating but is often empty. Almost each time I've dined here I was the only customer or among the only people dining at all. The roti canai is among the better versions I've had since being in Texas. The bread is perfectly flakey and is a lethal combo with their nicely spiced chicken curry. Equally impressive was the laksa, which featured a heavy dose of coconut milk and a broth that could cure any winter blues. Their generic chicken curry was everything but as it packed heat, flavor, and plenty of soft potatoes to go with the texture bomb of the white rice. Both the beef and chicken satay impressed, as did the char kway two which was only a tinge only with plenty of 'essence" in the wok char (#2). The only dish that didn't hit was also the most expensive one, which was beef rendang, one of my all time favorite dishes. While the curry was pungeant and flavorful, the meat was tough all the around. The chewiness is a turn off, especially when it comes to sauce heavy dishes. Mamak is the kind of place where good food and good company thrive. JusGo doesn't get a lot of kudos for featuring quality options but trust when Mamak is the real (Malaysian) deal. ___________ (#1) For now. (#2) Wok hei.

This is one of my favorite Thai restaurants near my home! What really caught my attention is that…read moreit combines a Thai restaurant and a small Thai grocery market all in one, which I thought was such a cool concept. The dining area is pretty small, with around 10 tables, but it was surprisingly busy with so many people coming in to eat. It gave me that hidden-gem kind of feeling, like a local spot that people know is really good. The food was honestly delicious and tasted quite authentic compared to other Thai restaurants I've tried. Everything was flavorful and well-seasoned, and our food came out surprisingly fast. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming. Definitely a little hidden gem that I'm happy to have found near my home. I'll definitely be coming back!

The service is great and fairly fast. Definitely a Thai street food place. I loved how flavorful…read morewas everything and they gave really good recommendations. I wouldn't necessarily sit down here but if you want to you can. More of a grocery store than sit down restaurant. Khao soi gai: 7/10 This was so flavorful and delicious but definitely should have opted for the chicken instead of the soft shell crab I wasn't really a fan of the crab. Love the flavors and textures though. Definitely want to try with chicken and I recommend getting some rice on the side. Pad mama: 9/10 This had a really yummy vibrant flavor with a good amount of protein and leafy greens. Could be spicier I think the just gave us a random spice level. Overall really yummy and good portion for the prices but would love to retry with more spice in the dishes.

Very crispy and delicious chicken wings for a quick snack. It was fried perfectly and I can't wait…read moreto come back to try more of their menu. The location is at The Post and it is very scenic. It looks like a wonderful place for a date. Especially with the upstairs roof grass area.

This place is located inside the POST. I was attending a concert so I decided to stop by and grab a…read morebite I ordered the coconut rice, some roti and a vegan Indian dish on roti. I give the food I ordered 7/10. The coconut rice was very very mid slightly undercooked and I could hardly taste any coconut. Everything else was really good. The carrots which are pictured were seasoned so well and you couldn't really tell they were carrots.The sauce that came with the roti was a curry based coconut sauce so I mixed it in with the rice which helped since it was quite lack luster. I would probably try this place again but I definitely wouldn't recommend the coconut rice.

While I was initially saddened by their closure in Pearland, I was elated to know Sambal Chef found…read morea new home in Chinatown. After what felt like an upgrade, they managed to shutter just after a year and the heartbreak happens all over again. This was a significant upgrade in terms of the space as they had tables for all types of groups and private areas for things like special occasion, dining and even karaoke. Their decor was also on point and the little murals were such a nice touch. While I think I enjoyed the food more at their previous location, they managed to expand on their variety to offer vastly more dishes. They were consistent and the food was spicy when warranted. Char kway teow was always a hit and their beef rendang was fabulous. I think the satay was a bit overpriced, but it was ordered every time, along with the roti canai. I had read that there was a rental dispute, when it came to the building's owner. While I do hope they emerge somewhere in the city, I'm not all that confident that it will happen. Malaysian cuisine is already quite limited in Houston, so here's hoping I'm wrong.

The first time I tried this place happened to be the second to last day before their closure at the…read morecurrent location, and I am beyond grief after trying a variety of dishes and falling in love with each one! The restaurant interior reminds me of the colorful 3D interactive street murals known to attract tourists to Malaysia, which is in theme with the Malaysian cuisine served. Unfortunately, when I arrived on Saturday, they were already sold out of the classic Singapore Chili Crab that was highly rated in other reviews. Instead, I ordered a few other unique Malaysian dishes that is specially available at Sambal Chef: Roti Canai with Beef Rendang, Malaysian Style Sizzling Tofu (with in-house made fresh tofu), Salted Egg Fried Chicken Wings, Cheo Koay Teow (Malaysian seafood flat noodles). You can literally taste the freshness in every bite, and the flavors are unbeatable! Despite tending to a busy restaurant, the servers were responsive and made friendly conversation. The restaurant is spacious, and the food was served quickly. I also noticed something that I truly admired: the eating plates are served hot to the table, which means they were freshly sanitized at high temperatures and provided extra assurance on the cleanliness of dining at the restaurant. I am already counting down to the day when they find a new location and reopen the restaurant!

This was my first visit to Mein's for a wedding celebration dinner but it won't be the last . I…read moremust say the food was very delicious. We ordered the Beef Scallion dish , fried crab Rangoon, Thai tea & coke. The beef was tender with a nice flavor. The fried ragoon was delivered piping hot and crispy to our table. The portion for one dish can be shared with others in your party. This gives you the opportunity to taste several dishes. We couldn't have asked for a better meal. The service was impeccable. Our servers were attentive to our needs. Drinks were promptly refilled. The table was cleared often of empty plates leaving us more room for comfort. We had excellent service. The ambiance was calm and relaxing for it being a large busy restaurant. Everyone could talk with each other in their normal tone. Background music was on point. We will be back at a later date to enjoy our newly discovered gem.

Seems like a more trendy Asian fusion type of restaurant…read more The only 5 star dish here is the red oil dumplings - pan fried to perfection! Squid ink fried rice is a cool concept but just tastes like normal fried rice. Dijon mustard x charsiu pork does not work at all. Lava toast is forgettable. Overall, this place has above average prices for Chinatown combined with below average portion sizes, and the dishes do not stand out much.

We're visiting Houston from Maryland and discovered what we believe is the best authentic…read moreIndonesian food in the area: WARUNG INDONESIA in Sugar Land, Texas! Owned by a very nice couple, Robin and Ida, this restaurant truly impressed us. The three of us ordered Soto Ayam, Empek-Empek Kapal Selam, and Ayam Penyet. Every dish tasted just like the authentic Indonesian food you would find in Indonesia! We've tried many Indonesian restaurants in several other states whenever we travels, but so far, none has come close to Warung Indonesia. Honestly, we've been disappointed by many Indonesian restaurants we've visited, but this place is a wonderful exception! The restaurant is clean and comfortable, with a good, modest size. We arrived about 40 minutes before closing time, yet the owners never made us feel rushed. We truly appreciated their warm hospitality. If you're unfamiliar with Indonesian cuisine, you don't need to fly all the way to Indonesia to experience its wonderful flavors. Just visit Warung Indonesia if you're in the Houston area! Although there are other restaurants around Houston that serve Indonesian dishes, what makes Warung Indonesia stand out is its dedication to Indonesian cuisine, rather than mixing it with Japanese or Chinese dishes. Highly recommended! If you're craving authentic Indonesian food in the Houston area, Warung Indonesia is a must-visit!!!

Slow but Decent * My…read moreparty of 4 waited nearly 45 minutes, had to cancel most of the orders and swap to go orders to make it to an event. Family friendly restaurant, but slow. * two staff in the back, one in the front. Extremely kind and helpful for helping us change our orders and explain where the food was! We were disappointed that after 30 minutes of waiting they hadn't even started on the combination fried rice. It seemed they waited until batches of orders were put in to start. We got a Gado Gado, and so did the table who came in and ordered 10 min after us. They were ready at the same time. * ended up trying the Nasi Campur (no pics sorry ) and a half portion was filling. Rendang was soft and flavorful, tempeh goreng was a comfy kind of spice. Sayur Lodeh (veggie soup) balanced out the heat but was a bit too salty for my taste * would like to try again, perhaps not on a weekend

Great food and service. Tried it twice within a week as I thought of giving it another try to see…read moreif things are consistent and any better. No two opinions about the food as we ordered many things and it was delicious. Some were on the menu but still not available, that is ok as it depends on the traffic too. The sad thing about this place is it's set up. It is huge & warmth is missing, especially when it is literally empty for dinner. It is not inviting at least for this season due to cold. They can close half of the room and put some screens & heaters around to make it warm or less freezing. I don't think even normal conditioning works there. The owner needs to know what they are missing. It has great opportunity but ambiance is completely ignored that keeps the people from coming in. Since Sri Lankan food is great I will try it again but it will not be sit in for sure. We got 4-5 entrees as pictured, both Sri Lankan & Thai, despite the cold room as I m sure many people like it but again it needs real fix.

Excellent first experience with Sri Lankan food, flavorful and fresh. Customizable vegan,…read morevegetarian, and meat options with most dishes. Filling, generous portions. The restaurant space seems to be shared with a Thai/Chinese restaurant with a separate menu from which you can order, too.