I originally visited this restaurant to try those larger noodles that are featured on this Yelp page. Unfortunately I was informed that they didn't have them. I love noodles so that was a damper on my experience. But outside of that, I still proceeded to try them out. I got their Spicy Garlic Brisket Noodles. It wasn't very spicy for me so I requested additional spice to add to it. It was a good dish, but not something that I have to try again. The Spicy Cheese Rolls had a kick to it, but it wasn't something I was impressed with. And for $6 they should atleast come with 3 rolls. The place was clean and had plenty of seats available. I wouldn't mind trying them again and getting something different, but I really wanted those larger, flat noodles. read more

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Very fair experience. Stopped in during my lunch hour after seeing on Yelp and decided on the Brisket fried rice and spring rolls. My coworkers got wings and vegetable Lo mein (I believe). The brisket was tender and seasoned just right, and the portions were generous and worth the price - strongly recommend! Exceptional, well-crafted dish. My coworkers both said their food was amazing as well. In addition to the great food, the woman at the counter was very nice, pleasant and helpful. Great customer service provided and recommended the rest of the office to visit. read more

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My partner and I went on our Friday journey through Hillcroft. We were looking to try a spot with a different cuisine than our normal Hillcroft favorites, and stumbled across Wok It Out. The pictures on Yelp and Google Maps made clear there was an emphasis on decor within the space. The inside of the restaurant did not disappoint - there are colorful, visually engaging signs and decor that create a fun, Instagram-friendly vibe. Unfortunately, the same attempt and fostering this environment, led to a table/chair choice that makes the tables awkward to scoot into - the large cylinders holding up the tables make it hard to comfortably place your feet directly under the table. The cashier was friendly, though at time had difficulty understanding our requests. The cheese rolls were really tasty, and the drink we ordered had fun lychee balls, but unfortunately the primary entree we ordered was a significant disappointment. The constant caveat for my reviews is that we are vegetarian - and we were deeply disappointed to find they could not add tofu to their dishes to add protein, nor could we get a tofu banh mi (which I had been looking forward to seeing if they could do for us!). This left the garlic noodle dish which unfortunately did not have the unique element, nor kick that we would have liked to have in our main dish. Nonetheless, a fun place to check out if you're in the area, and the meat is halal if that is important to you. read more

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This spot is very much a hidden gem! I saw it on Instagram from a local content creator so decided to give it a try. I went on a Sunday afternoon around 4PM. The restaurant is located in a shopping strip near the Harwin area. When we arrived there was only one other patron inside so we essentially had the place to ourselves. There was also only one worker that we noticed who was working the register. You order your food at the register and they'll bring it out to you. The inside looks new and modern with the grass wall and aesthetics. Overall it was pretty clean but there were a couple of tables that needed to be bussed down and then when we were done eating they took a while to clear our table as well. The service was pretty basic. Again, there was only one worker there and so there wasn't a whole lot of interaction regarding refilling our drinks, cleaning off plates etc. it was kinda like a "call me when you need something" which I didn't too much mind but I can tell my cousin wanted a more interactive customer service experience. On to the food. We ordered a few things so that we could try multiple items. We ordered the vegetable egg rolls, combination fried rice, brisket noodles, chicken Bahn Mi and and a brisket Bahn Mi. Everything that we ordered was delicious!! The noodles were soo good and had Thai spicy kick to it: they also put a generous amount of brisket on top. Both sandwiches were pretty good but I requested a side of sauce because it would otherwise be a tad bit dry for my liking (I like sauces on my sandwich) the eggs rolls were hot and fresh and flavorful as well. I also ordered a lychee rose water drink which was okay. Kinda tasted like a spritz rose water soda. I think the prices may be a tad bit high but I can understand the justification. read more

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Cannot wait to go back and try more items! Such a great experience from start to finish. Came here on a quiet Tuesday evening. The restaurant is cute and clean. They might want to lessen one or two tables to make it more breathable, but not a deal breaker. Service was kind and efficient. Food came out quickly and was fresh. Beef Brisket Fried Rice- 10/10, so delicious Mongolian Beef Stir Fry- 11/10, amazing read more

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I hate to give a small business a poor review but I just was not impressed with this place. We ordered the Khow Suey and Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry for takeout. I did not pick this order up so I can't comment on the interior of the restaurant itself. Khow Suey - I have only had the Thai version of this dish, khao soi before so perhaps my expectations were skewed, but I was not super impressed. The noodles were very soft and the curry could have had more flavor. It was also pretty spicy which I think redeemed it. I didn't dislike this dish but I will likely not order it again. Pineapple Chicken Stir Fry - this dish simply had no flavor. The chicken seemed low quality as well and lacked any kind of grill or char that would have made it taste like something. I didnt find any pineapple in the dish if there was any. I ended up adding my own bottled sweet chili sauce to it. Prices were on par for the area, but $17 for a bahn mi? Seriously?? Overall I think there are simply better places to eat nearby. read more

I really wanted to love this place. Got a lot of social media hype but sadly, it was just that for me. The food was mediocre. It felt confused to me. Maybe we didn't get the right dishes? But we tried quite a few... First off, $17 for a banh mi with about 2oz of dry brisket? I thought fir that price, it would've been a foot long. But it's not. The bread was good though. The other dishes we got were just ok. The that red curry had a weird smell to it. Maybe from the bamboo, smelled similar from the bamboo coming straight out of the can. Maybe it wasn't washed or doesn't need to be. It was simply ok. Same for the lo mein and spicy garlic noodles. They looked very similar aside from spice and some basil leaves. The gen tso was probably the best dish out of the bunch but it lacked dimension in flavor and no red chili present. Maybe we just got the wrong dishes... read more

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I recently tried this asian fusion restaurant on Hillcroft. They have a lot of different cuisines (Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, etc) which is usually a red flag for me in terms of authenticity, but I think their food still tastes great. Overall I would give this place 8 s/10. The ambiance was alright, it felt like they were trying to fit in extra tables in a space that wasn't meant for it so it's very cramped. I'll probably be getting take out from here if I come again. ------------ I tried the brisket Bahn mi and it was a delicious 8.5/10, although it wasn't filling enough for me to be full after eating it. I feel like it needs a side or something more to complete the experience, especially for the price. The brisket was juicy and there were enough vegetables in the sandwich, but it just needed something more. read more

Wok It Out - Pan Asian Near Me - Houston, Texas

From the same owners of Bismillah, I was really excited to try this place but was very disappointed afterwards. First thing- when I entered, there was a nasty smell. Smelled like old yogurt- gross. The atmosphere is nice. There's a lot happening. Green grass wall decor, that's very in. Light up signs. It was nice. Guy behind the cashier- he was nice. Helped us out. Food- presentation was on point. However the taste was... yuck! The Mongolian chicken- tasted like a bunch of Shan masala packets had been tossed on. All the veggies and sauce were at the bottom which we had no idea because of how it came. The lo mein beef- I think it was a handful of turmeric thrown on top of the noodles with sliced beef. No taste. The spring roll- the size of my pinky. I took one bite- I could feel the oil squirt into my mouth. Nothing but oil and breading. Normally I'd give mom & pop places a second try but I don't know in this case. The smell of the establishment was a huge turn of. read more

Wok It Out - Mongolian chicken. - Pan Asian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've tried this place on two separate occasions, convinced that I must be missing something since it's so highly rated. Unfortunately, I still don't understand the appeal. This time, we ordered through Uber Eats, choosing the brisket fried rice and the brisket banh mi based on the reviews. The brisket was the driest piece of meat I've ever encountered--truly awful. No amount of seasoning could save it. My husband remarked that the best part of the banh mi was the jalapeños. Overall, this meal was disappointing and not worth the time or money. read more

I was doing my neighborhood audit and saw Wok It Out popped up. I remember it was boarded up during my UYE I'm May. I'm so glad it's open. Thanks to my Yelp friend Bryan D's review intrigued my curiosity. Wok It Out broke the norm of Asian Fusion food to next level. First of all, it's Halal. Second of all, the menu is very easy to read. I sat there enjoying my Grilled Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich and Tea Globe. I overheard a customer asking about boba tea. It's definitely a unique addition to Gandhi District where primarily serving Southeast Asian cuisine. Like everyone said, the banh mi ($10.99) was more delicious than the traditional Vietnamese sandwich shop. The bread was fresh and not crunchy. My biggest fear is breaking my ceiling eating it fast. But the sandwich at Work It Out doesn't. The meat was cubed perfectly, which means meat was fresh. Flavor was well balanced. I ordered a hot tea - Egyptian Chamomile Tea Globe. (Yeah, I must have hot drink in hot days.) It was so cute. I can't resist of bragging about it on Instagram. The entire setup is crystal clear, clear cup, clear hot water kettle and mirror tray. Once hot water poured into the cup, watch the ball expand. I was busy bragging about my experience on social media and I missed the popping moment. "Pop" is when sugary shell melted. I was instructed to stir before drinking. The tea was smooth and fragrant, which I consider a well spend of $5.99 to a cute tea time experience. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. While I was asking employee to hint me his favorite, a customer recommended Mongolian Beef. I thanked him while looking at the food he was eating. Wow, that's a lot of food. I was only there for a quick snack before my grocery shopping (so, I don't over spend while shopping hungry). I shall be back to try some other entrees. Kudos to Bismillah Restaurant owner's expansion. read more

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Definitely Not coming back! My son had the so called "bbq sticky" wings and for $14.99 we got 6 small wings covered in some wanna be bbq sauce! I went for the spicy chicken garlic noodles.. They were not spicy. Big disappointment. $29 for both our meals. Portions are small for the high price. Not worth it for the taste or price . Won't be coming back! read more

good food. excellent thai green curry but ask them to keep it mild. Also enjoyed the schechawn chicken

This place is such a hidden gem, and I'm glad to have discovered it! I had to try this Halal Asian fusion cuisine! Upon entry, the place was clean & well kept. The staff was kind & patient as we took our time with the menu. We ordered the brisket banh mi & combo lo mein (chicken, shrimp, & beef) at the counter & took a seat, as there is plenty of seating! The food came quickly & made fresh. Great portion sizes, well seasoned, and generous with the protein! We washed it down with water, but I'd encourage you to try their teas! I surely will next time because there will definitely be a next time at Wok It Out! Enjoy! read more

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Amazing food. The service was good & great vibes all around! I come here often even if it's a drive. So worth it!

Came here on a Saturday during lunch hour and the whole place was empty. First impressions of the restaurant: clean and spacious. I ordered the Mongolian beef stir fry and got their mango specialty drink with it (I forgot what it is called oops). The food was really good. No complaints. I deducted one star because it is crazy expensive. Almost $60 for 2 people, even though its fast casual. I'm excited to try different things when I go back! read more

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Great addition to the Hilcroft area! Wok It Out is a Pan Asian inspired restaurant with several different items from Banh mi, to different types of fried rice & noodles, to even boba! I love their interior with cute neon signs around the walls, and very cute and contemporary style. What we ordered: - Brisket Fried Rice- 10/10. Very delicious. Tasted fresh. And the brisket on top was not dry at all- perfectly tender. I was very impressed. If you know me you know I love me some brisket. And this was great! - Beef Brisket Banh Mi- 8/10. Pretty good Banh mi. Not the best I have had but also still good. They brought out hot sauce on the side as well for you to dip your sandwich into which was great. Bread was also perfectly soft and not too hard. Some places usually don't have the perfect bread for their banh mi- but this was tasty! - Mongolian Beef- 8/10! This was good! Better to eat everything hot and as soon as it comes out. We ate this last as we had other items and it wasn't too good when it got cold. - Spicy Garlic Noodles with chicken- 8.5/10. These were yummy! Pretty spicy, but had the perfect kick. Only thing here is you had to add on a protein. Usually that's fine but add ons were a bit over priced in my opinions. It was 13-14$ to add chicken and about 16-17$ to add shrimp. A bit pricey I would say compared to other places. For drinks we ordered the Gucci Man-go drink. This came with mango popping boba. This was a 8/10. Pretty good!! It was basically carbonated mango juice but it hit the spot with the food. Definitely would want to go back and try their other drinks. All in all- this place was good, but a little over priced. I would probably still go back to try other things, but something to note down if you don't want to spend too much on food when you go to Hilcroft! read more

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We ordered few diff. chicken dishes however chicken in all of them had a nasty old stale taste. Rice dish and noodles were mediocre. Nothing exceptional. Avoid this place if you're looking for food Asian fusion food. Spent over $100 dollars on a food which was completely bland, old, tasteless. read more

I've been there 6 times. The first 2 times the food was amazing, and both times it was a lady in a hijab making the orders and food was AMAZING. The next 4 times I went, it was a dude making the orders and the food was average and that's being nice. I don't think I'll be going back because it's very hit or miss depending on who is working. read more

DELICIOUS!!! DELICIOUS!!! We would definitely drive far for this place!! We were luckily in the area and the pictures are just as good as the food!!! Kids approved as well! We ordered the Brisket Bahn Mi, Chicken noddles (spicy for my kids) and the fried hot wings with the sauce on the side so the kids could eat and they loved those!!! read more

today was my first time trying this place out. & I have to say i'm impressed. I loved how bright the room was as you walked in. they have neon signs up that liven up the place. I was greeted by a lady at the register she asked how i was doing & i told her my order. i had to wait a bit but not too long & my phone was ready I got it to go. the bag was kinda heavy they give you a lot!!!!! so the price is good for the portion. i just wish i would've asked for more chile Sriracha. read more

There's something about a brisket banh mi that feels like coming home no matter where you're from, but if you're from Houston, Alief especially, these are deeply nostalgic flavors. The sticky wings are spicy with just the right amount of spice and garlic. The Notorious Rose is a sweet, delicate, sparkling end and the popping boba will put a smile on anyone's face. read more

The food was really good, and thankfully halal! I would give or take the drinks; they're good, but not enough to justify their price imo. read more

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Delicious Asian fusion spot! I've tried the Vietnamese Brisket Banh Mi and Moghel Tea. Probably one of the better Banh mi I've ever had tbh. The bread for the Banh mi is soft. The brisket was moist and tender. Plenty of butter. Pickled carrots were perfect. The boba tea was good as well. Only complaint is that it is pricey. The Banh mi brisket was $17 and the Moghhel Tea was $8. read more

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This place was alright. We got the brisket bahn mi as well as the spicy garlic brisket noodles. The noodles were good but the bahn mi was a little lacking. Another thing is that the price is really up there for what you get. The food is good but imo they are charging a lot for a sandwich and noodles. $16.99 for the brisket bahn mi and $18.99 for the brisket noodles. All in all good spot but a bit overpriced imo. Everything should be like 4-5 dollars cheaper. I would say this spot is worth a 15 minute drive. read more

Wok It Out - Spicy Garlic Brisket Noodles - Pan Asian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Finally went to try this place after patiently waiting for it to open! Food was good, it's another halal option in Houston for Asian cuisine. We tried the wings, fried rice, banh mi, garlic noodles, and mango drink. We chose all the chicken options because in my opinion the beef/ lamb options were highly priced even with inflation almost 17$ for a regular size banh mi was too much, that's not even including something to drink. Portions were good for 2 people. My favorite was the noodles and wings. It's worth giving a try, however not sure if we would rush to go back. read more

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Cute idea. The noodle dish was bland but the Korean wings was really good. Glad I checked it out but won't be going back here

I had a fantastic experience. Even if I didn't love it I would give them the 5 stars for keep the place so clean and the interior is cute! We ordered the brisket rice and spicy garlic noodles with beef - absolutely DELICIOUS had a mango and rose drink which really complimented the food. read more

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Extremely well executed aesthetic, exceptional owners, and good fare! We had the brisket Bahn mi and the Mongolian beef with steaming white rice. Ali (owner) was *awesome* and offered us drinks on the house. :) The Moghul tea stole the show for me! It's similar in taste to a *well made* Indonesian es cendol, in all of its palm sugar glory. The Gucci Mango was fragrant, the Bahn Mi was well-made but could improve with some extra spiciness. The Mongolian beef is the only thing I wasn't raving about -- it didn't hit the umami receptors quite right, and was kind of nutty (like plain sesame oil taste) a but their super spicy sauce and umami spicy ketchup-ish hot sauce kind of took care of that. All in all, I was pleased and happy with my experience and will definitely be recommending it to my family and friends to try. RATINGS: Moghul Milk Tea: 11/10 Gucci Mango: 9/10 Bahn Mi: 7/10 Mongolian Beef: 4/10 read more

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So good! Cheese wontons were delightful! For entrees We got the spicy garlic chicken noodles! They pack a punch! Not painfully spicy but they definitely get your nose runnin. My husband also got the brisket ban mi. He said it was terrific. The owner was so nice and we will definitely be back. read more

Was excited to try it based on the reviews but was a little disappointed. More of a fast food place. My dish was okay but nothing I would want to drive back for. read more

You can't go wrong by trying your traditional Asian favorites with an Indian-seasoned take. The service was an A plus and the food was absolutely delicious. read more

This place is amazing. Love the food and decor. We tried few items from their menus and loved all of them! read more

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In addition to the super cute place, my food was so good and fresh. The customer service was fast and friendly.

Food was so good and it came out fast. Wings were very crispy and saucy. Customer service was great as well and they followed up and made sure I enjoyed everything read more

Wok It Out - Garlic noodle with chicken and Korean wings - Pan Asian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Brisket Banh Mi and the Wings are stellar. Really exceptional dishes. The Spicy Garlic Noodles and the Pineapple Fried Rice were good, but the chicken could be seasoned more. The drinks are all great, very creative and true to description. Will definitely return. read more

Great concept and an engaging menu! The interior is IG worthy. Looking forward to visiting again!

The wings were okay. The brisket fried rice lacked flavor. It tasted alright with soy sauce and sriracha.

Ok so I pretty much committed myself to drop them a review! Man oh Man! The drinks are definitely worth trying over and over again! And their food is just as awesome. read more

Very slow customer service. I literally had to wait soo much for my order. I wouldn't recommend anyone