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Uncle Chin's Kitchen

4.8 (257 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 3:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Jando S.

In spite of all the accolades and having garnered one of the highest ratings in the area, Uncle Chin's still feels slept on (#1) and is not on enough radars within the foodcentric community. Yet for those who have dined here, it's an experience like no other and arguably the best Malaysian option in greater Houston. Located on a busy stretch of Mason Road, it is entirely too easy to miss which means customers are here because they knew where to go. It is small, but quaint in every way. There are only 30 seats at best, with the series of counter seats, as well as small tables. The staff is incredibly kind and welcoming, making first timers and regulars all feel at home at the same time. The food stands out, not simply because it's a rare cuisine in the area, but because of how good it is. The curry chicken has an excellent flavor and it's full of chunks of bone in chicken potatoes and an egg. Both the chicken and beef satays are often tender and strangely addicting, as is their char kuey teow. I'd become fond of their roti canai, which is served with a fluffy yet flakey roti, and served with a flavorful mini bowl of curry. The laksa is also highly recommended, since the broth has an excellent creamy base of coconut milk and is fragrant with every slurp. While the beef rendang and bak kut teh are only available on weekends, it is most definitely worth seeking out. The roasted Hainanese chicken is a unique spin on the classic dish and when available, the kaya puffs are an excellent way to close out the meal. Franco, the owner is a kind and gentle soul. His passion for food and community oozes through every aspect of the business. Beyond the food, he is absolutely the star, enough to where many locals would come just to be served and serenaded (#2) by him. It truly is a dinner and a show. I dedicate review #5300 to this Katy gem, which has become a destination and one of my favorite businesses in the entire area. __________ (#1) For the uninitiated: Relatively unknown. (#2) Yes, actual singing. In the middle of the restaurant.

Sophie Y.

We used to like Uncle Chen before we left Texas, so after moving back, we decided to drive 50 minutes one way and had lunch there. There were about four other customers during a weekday lunch, which isn't bad, especially given the Katy location, which is a bit out of the way. There was only one server working the front--a woman who was very efficient and clearly ran things on a tight, almost military-like schedule. She handled everything well, but her demeanor felt too direct and can be off putting. She said it really loudly towards the kitchen that she prepared the rice. The food came out in about 15 minutes, which was longer than I expected. However, I understand why--Franco, the owner, appeared to be the only one cooking and prepping food. As for the food, the noodles were a bit too greasy for my taste. My husband enjoyed his curry, but it wasn't anything particularly memorable. Unfortunately, we both experienced some stomach discomfort afterward, possibly due to the greasiness. Overall, we're glad we gave it another try, but this visit didn't quite live up to our previous experiences.

Priya N.

Uncle chins is a hole in the wall spots with AMAZING food. Located in a shopping complex with an abundance of parking, this restaurant is one of my new favorites. The portions are plenty, the service is great and overall a great place to eat. I ordered the char kuey teow with chicken and the dish had an explosion of flavors with the chicken and noodles well seasoned. We also had the I believe the laksa which was really good and perfect for a cold day (or hot). Overall, this is one of my top to go places here in Katy.

Char kuey teow
Krasti Q.

If you're looking to have a cozy and delicious meal, run here because this place serves one of the best Malaysian food I've ever had. The food is cooked by one chef from Sabah, Malaysia. Everything tasted SO GOOD. I came here for dinner and ordered their roti canai, chicken + beef skewers, and chicken char kuey teow. The roti was warm and fluffy. It went so perfectly with the bowl of curry, which was packed with so much flavor. The satay skewers were delicious as you can taste the amazing grilled flavor. The char kuey teow had a strong wok hay aroma which is chef's kiss in a noodle dish like this. This entire meal warmed my SOUL. The chef came out to ask how the food was. He was friendly and so is everyone working at the restaurant. Be patient with the restaurant since they are a small family run establishment, but it's so worth the wait. I will be back here to try the other items on their menu! There is sufficient parking by the restaurant. It's located in a seemingly busy street, near a Sonic.

Bak Kut Teh and Hainan Chicken at my favorite Malaysian in Texas. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Marco P.

Sundays at Uncle Chins are the best, because it's Bak Kut Teh day. I also had Hainan Chicken, that made me feel back in Penang. The Indonesian waitress provided great service and suggested Milk tea. I had such a wonderful experience, I even met the owner.

Malaysian milk tea
Sharlene D.

I came across this resturant before I left Texas. I am so glad I made this stop, it was prob the best thing I ate during my short trip!! I was welcomed by the owner who was the sweetest. It's a small mom and pop shop and apparently the owner cooks everything himself! THATS AAMAZING. I heard it gets pretty packed Fridays and Sundays, so be aware of that. I came on a weekday lunch so it wasn't too crowded. Food: you can def tell it was made with love and details. Everything was so delicious. We got the combo B which came with the following: Beef skewers 8/10: so tender and juicy. I was kinda bummed out bc he ran out of chicken skewers that day but the beef was still really good and flavorful. The peanut sauce it came with really brought the dish together. Char Kuey teow 9/10: this dish is similar to the Chinese chow fun. But this Malaysian style noodle was WAY BETTER. it just had way more flavor than the typical chow funs I get at Chinese restaurants. It wasn't too oily and came with a good amount of meat. Roasted Hainanese chicken rice 10/10: wow my favorite dish I got. The chickens roast was so good especially the skin that was seasoned perfectly and had that nice crisp on the outside. This is a MUST GET. The rice was also garlic/ginger rice which is the best rice to get with this dish. The rice was so fragrant. I also got the Malaysian milk tea. Pro tip: don't get less sweet bc it's already pretty not sweet. I usually like my drinks 50% sweet but the milk tea is already like that. It was a unique drink but it didn't suit my taste that much since it was too strong of a flavor that it almost tasted coffee like (I don't like coffee). The server who made our drink was so nice and explained how he made the drinks. Overall service and food were amazing and I would so come back if I was in town. PLS CHECK THEM Out!

Roti canai
Will C.

Have you ever closed your eyes when you eat to really appreciate the flavors? This place definitely does that for me! Let me start by saying the service is top notch. When my wife and I entered, we were greeted by friendly faces and seated immediately. The waitress was really nice, she offered us iced cold water or room temperature. The ambiance here is cozy - nothing too fancy, but you can definitely tell the chef/owner put some thought into it. From the banana leaf covers on the ceiling fan to the pictures of the past, it feels like you walked into his home. What we ordered: Roti canai Combo skewers Char kuey teow The roti canai striked a perfect balance between flakey outside to the soft and chewy inside. It was a perfect vessel to the side of curry that included chicken and potatoes. It came with 2 pieces of roti and a bowl of curry. Perfect starter for 2 people. Next came combo of beef and chicken skewers. The charred aroma quickly makes my mouth water as the plate hits the table. The beef skewer was loaded with flavor and the spices used are visible throughout. Chicken was tender with a gentle smokey kiss from the grill. Chicken Char kuey teow came last. It was a perfect sharing portion for 2 hungry adults. Wok hay was prevalent and you can taste it upon the first bite. The noodles were soft and the chicken was juicy. We ordered mild but next time I plan to be more adventurous and get a hotter level. Overall, I'd make this a staple and go-to whenever I'm in the Katy, TX area.

L4. (Weekday Lunch - Mon to Fri. 11am-2pm Only) Sweet & Sour Chicken
Joelex D.

Let me start with the charm of this restaurant, as it can be easily missed behind the numerous fast food chains along Mason Rd. But somehow when you walk in you're immediately taken back in time to when our grandparents used to welcome us into their home for a home cooked meal. The owner and chef Uncle Chin engages with his guests and even brings out treats. I've heard he sometimes sings too. I think it's great practice to make customers feel at home and special!! The food is as advertised, I had the lunch special and it was amazing!! Tasty, fresh, and lots of flavor!! The roti was crisp and fluffy and paired well with the curry. I'll be back to try more!

Malaysian Sweet and Sour Fish
Sergio G.

Check, This, Place, Out!!!! It's very well reviewed for a reason. What I will say from the start is that their service is excellent. I had great interactions with the staff, and they kept a very friendly attitude toward guests. The owner of the store actually noticed that my friend and I were new customers and took the time to thank us for visiting his restaurant. It was definitely a touching moment for me, and he left us with some complimentary ice cream the end of our meals. The restaurant itself isn't large but has enough seating to host a couple of groups and has the option of bar seating as well. It's a comfortable atmosphere to relax and have a good meal at, so I would say it's a good place to eat outside of your home rather than taking the food to-go. The food itself was amazing! The grilled pork was my favorite of the two dishes we tried, it had great flavor and the meat itself was very tender and easy to work with. A very filling meal with the eggs and the greens on the side. The sweet and sour fish was also great in terms of flavor, the fish itself was tender and seasoned well. It had some crispy edges to it which I adored. The sweet and sour sauce was well balanced with a bunch of veggies to complement the fish and a side of rice to fill out the meal. This is a restaurant definitely worth your time, incredibly friendly and easy experience!

Carmen S.

Curry chicken was really tasty. They didn't ask spice level when I ordered, but it had a hint of spiciness which was perfect. It was lunch time. The customers were coming in like a revolving door. We got the last table & then there was up to an hour wait. The server explained that the chef cooks every dish himself like a home cook meal so you should expect a wait especially if they are crowded. The 4 homemade sauces that come with the roasted chicken were quite good. Dont recall the names but the one like a garlic chimichuri was my favorite followed by an orange sauce. The 3rd sauce was a more traditional soy sauce based sauce. There is definitely a wait for the food if you come during peak hour. By the time we left the people coming in got their food pretty quickly. They have a nice waitlist system where you leave your name & phone number and they call you about 5 min before your table is ready. I recommend you check them out!

Alex N.

Good place to get singaporean/malaysian food in Katy. Very very homey feel which is one of my favorite things about this resturant. We got the hainanese chicken and flat noodle and again were all unique flavors, very authentic and homey feel, felt like i was at my grandpa's house. Good prices for a good amount of food, I'd come back!

L3. (Weekday Lunch - Mon to Fri. 11am-2pm Only) Malaysian Mee Goreng (Stir-fry Noodles)
Tracey Z.

First of all, love this family business! There's so much heart poured out in this place. The owner even sang for us! The food is delicious. Made fresh to order. The hainanese chicken rice is good, could use more flavor though. The curry chicken was delicious - my bowl was lacking chicken though. The mee goreng noodles were really salty. Favorite dish was the curry and roti. Same curry as the curry chicken with flaky roti. Lunch special is such a good deal.

Cendol drink
Amber S.

Came here with two friends on Black Friday 30 minutes after opening. Glad we did because by an hour after opening, the place filled up! The staff are really nice here and checked on us frequently. If I could sum up my impression of the food and drink in one word, I would say it tastes lighter than expected. For example, the Malaysian and Thai iced teas were both way less sweet than I've had elsewhere. Additionally, their noodles were on the more bland side. I wouldn't get them again, but I would get the teas because I don't like super sweet drinks. If you're looking for a lot of flavor, I would go with the chicken satay and roti canai. We ordered the combo B, but got a plate of only chicken satay instead of chicken and beef. No complaints though, since the chicken was amazing. The noodles were also supposed to be medium spice level, but I think they forgot that entirely because we couldn't taste any spice. The combo also came with roasted hainanese chicken with rice. The sauces were great, and the rice was really flavorful. The chicken was just ok. They put a lot of love into making the drinks, and I enjoyed the cendol the most!

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This place was so good! We tried the Roti, stir fry noodles, and Hainanese chicken. They were all delicious. Will definitely return!

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Amazing food. Uncle Chin literally does everything! He's the boat, the server, and the chef- but doesn't miss a beat.

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Hello Michael - Yes, you can BYOB. For wine, the corkage fee is $8 per bottle. For beer, it is $8 per dozen.

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Galleria/Uptown

They are apart of a ghost kitchen and specialize in chicken khao mun gai. This is like the Thai…read moreversion of hainanese chicken. I got one with the steamed chicken and another with the crispy chicken, both with dark meat. They come with ginger rice, some cucumbers, and their special sauces. The "ginger rice" was just normal rice with ginger in it, not like the chicken rice you would find at other places. The chicken was fine and I really liked the spicy sauce it came with. The rice plays a huge part of this dish though and I thought they were lacking in that aspect

Terrible experience with this restaurant. We ordered four…read moregrilled chicken Khao Man Gai dishes through Uber Eats. One of them had a serious food safety issue, and I received a refund for that item. I also called the restaurant to address the issue directly. The person who answered the phone suggested that the delivery driver might have put a bottle cap inside the rice box. I asked, "What would be the driver's intention in doing that? What would they gain from it?" She responded by saying that her kitchen staff would never do such a thing and offered a refund. She then continued to complain about having many problems with delivery drivers. I explained that, as a customer, I expect the restaurant to take food safety concerns seriously. If she suspects tampering by drivers, she should look into improving the packaging instead of deflecting blame. She wasn't open to hearing my concerns and ignored my question about why a delivery driver would tamper with the food. I also pointed out that the paper bag was stapled three times at the top and didn't appear to have been opened and resealed, making her theory unlikely. She was unapologetic and ended the call on me. Good luck running a restaurant with that attitude.

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - malaysian - Updated May 2026

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