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    Heights Asian Cafe

    3.8 (695 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Vietnamese
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Samer R.

    I can appreciate the dining experience as well as the takeout. Love coming here for lunch, great deals, and great Chinese/Asian food here in the Heights. The Mongolian Beef and the Basil Chicken are my favorites with that Hot and Sour Soup. Great appetizer selections like the Dumplings, the Eggrolls, and those Crab Rangoons!!! If I could give it 10 stars, that would be awesome cuz they're the best!!!

    Orange Chicken and white rice
    It’s Caitlin K.

    Valentine's Lunch with Mom... let's do this. First off, the place was clean. Tables shining, floors behaving, no sticky menus, no weird smells. I'm pretty sure the owners were there and if not, whoever was running things was sweet as pie. Just genuinely kind people. We love to see it. We ordered the orange chicken lunch combo (with hot & sour soup), the Vietnamese egg roll vermicelli bowl, and crab rangoons. Portions were solid. We love a plate that doesn't look like it's on a diet. The vermicelli bowl was delicious. Super fresh, flavorful, filling, balanced. I'd order that again without hesitation. Thank you chef! The hot & sour soup was good. Yes, a little thicker than I personally prefer... but that's the assignment with hot & sour soup right? Flavor-wise, it showed up and did what it needed to do. Now the orange chicken... it wasn't bad. Just not memorable. It was giving, "I tried." And it wasn't hot-just warm. Probably wouldn't order that again. BUT BABYYYYY them crab rangoons?? I'd stand outside in the rain for a plate you hear me?! Crispy, creamy, so much flavor! Not your average rangoons. Of all the places I've had them, they have done them the best!! I will absolutely be back just to order four or five plates with zero shame. So service... The owners again were 10/10 kind and welcoming. Our waitress wasn't rude, or nothing she was... just there. Very orange chicken energy. Like she clocked in and said, "I'm here to pay my rent." No warmth, no welcome vibe. That knocked it down a bit because better service would've easily pushed this to four stars. But from one waitress to another -- I'll give her a little grace. Overall the food is a solid 3.5/5, the experience: 3.75/5.... Benediction: Good food, GREAT rangoons, sweet owners... great for a quick weekday lunch. And that's my Valentine's Day testimony.

    Shrimp Fried Rice
    Adriana L.

    Although the space is small, it has plenty of charm. The staff was friendly and service was fast. There's a good variety of options on the menu. We started with drinks and loved their fresh lemonade--it's served with sugar, fresh lemon juice, and a bottle of Topo Chico mineral water that you mix yourself. It was different, refreshing, and absolutely worth trying. We got wings for an appetizer. They were crispy and larger than expected. The sauce was buffalo-based with a unique sweetness that wasn't overpowering. The hot and sour soup was very flavorful--better than most places. We also tried the egg noodle and wonton soup, which came in a large portion, was well seasoned, and had wontons that weren't soggy. The kung pao chicken was well seasoned and came with an eggroll; I paired it with white rice. Everything had a great balance of flavors. The real star of the meal, though, was the fried rice. The shrimp were huge, and the rice was perfectly seasoned--not your basic fried rice at all. Overall, a great experience. I would definitely return to try more items on the menu.

    Jeannie W.

    Update. I'm subtracting a star because the server that was sweeping the floor used the broom to sweep off the bench, that's just nasty.

    Zach H.

    Solid set of menu options, quick and friendly service, lots of parking! Both the wonton soup and hot and sour were yummy. Portions for main courses are definitely shareable. We got cashew chicken and kung pao which were pretty similar. Overall, decent Chinese / Asian food at a good price.

    Tran D.

    I've been to Heights Asian Cafe many times and tried a variety of dishes. My favorites are the Beef Sesame, Wonton Soup and Chicken Lettuce Wrap--they suit my taste perfectly. The staff here are incredibly sweet and welcoming, which makes every visit even more enjoyable. Everything, from the utensils to the drinking glasses, is always very clean and well-maintained. The space is small but cozy, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere. This place has definitely earned a five-star spot in my heart.

    Kids House Lomein
    Leah W.

    Would not return and don't recommend. Long story short, there was a baby caterpillar on my side of green beans which for one I thought the green beans would be sautéed or have seasoning on them but instead they were just blanched unseasoned green beans. With my luck, the one green beans I bit was the one with caterpillar on it and I understand that it's a fresh vegetable and it's a possibility for these things to happen but it's still unsanitary and shows me that they don't wash their produce thoroughly. As for the kids house lomein, while it was a large portion, there was no veggies in it and the meat did not taste good in it and had a sour taste. The lomein needed veggies in it for some flavor. The dumplings were just okay, nothing spectacular. The vegetable egg rolls are probably the only thing I can say tasted good and worth getting. Overall, this was my first and last visit unfortunately.

    Melissa G.

    Service was great. Aside from that we left unimpressed. We had gone a few years ago and we were in the area and decided to swing by. We ordered the edamame that was over cooked and tasted like we were eating smashed beans. Then we had lo mien and the noodles again were very soft and over cooked. It was not how we had remembered at all and probably won't be coming back. So sad. Maybe I came on an off day.

    General Tso
    Lauren R.

    We really like getting take out from here! The prices are reasonable, the food is always ready pretty quick, and there's tons of options. The general tso is pretty good, but my favorite thing I've gotten so far is the wonton soup. I always have leftovers for the next day. Good amount of parking too.

    Falicia D.

    I dined here with a friend and was disappointed with my meal due to over reading and no meat I requested to exchange the dish but was informed that it wasn't possible. Despite eating very little, I was still charged in full. Unfortunately, I won't be returning.

    General Tso, white rice, pink Fresh Lemonade.

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    Great food and service. I walked from Washington Heights to their place. Will become a regular. Hope to try their entire menu.

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    Love this place! Went for my prom and graduation dinners and a few dates. This place has the best orange chicken I've ever tried!

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    I got delivery from them. Took 1 and a half hours and then the food was bland, slimy, and just not good.

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    Is the dining room open?

    Sandra, Thank You for reaching out to us. Yes, our dinning room is open alone with our Patio dinning.

    Anyone know if the food contains MSG?

    I ate there once. The food is MSG laden. The server said, " But, there is no taste without MSG."… 

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    Hu's Cooking

    Hu's Cooking

    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    7.0 miWest University, Braeswood Place
    $$

    5 Stars - Authentic Szechuan that absolutely nails the classics…read more During our short trip to Houston, as a custom, we were determined to find real Szechuan food, and luckily we found Hu's Kitchen. The location is a bit unassuming, and parking is definitely tough (the spaces are very shallow), but the second we walked through the doors and smelled the Szechuan peppercorns, I knew we were in exactly the right place. I generally judge a Szechuan restaurant by their 夫妻肺片 (Fuqi Feipian)--which they cleverly name "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" on the menu. They completely nailed it. The beef, tripe, and tendon were incredibly cohesive together, yet you could tell each component was prepared and marinated in a slightly different way to perfectly highlight its specific texture. The chili oil was right on the spot. We went through a massive bowl of rice just eating this dish alone. Honestly, if I weren't feeding a family of four, I could have just ordered that and been perfectly happy. While the Fuqi Feipian proves their skill with dry dishes, the 水煮魚片 (Fish in Szechuan Hot Chili Oil) proves their skill with wet ones. It's another must-order. The execution was flawless--we didn't just finish the tender fish chunks, we ate every last piece of cabbage soaked in that incredible chili broth. For my two daughters who can't handle the heat, we ordered the fried rice, garlic pork ribs with onion, and the 紅燒獅子頭 (Giant Meatball with Cabbage). The giant meatball was spectacular. The kids completely devoured it on their own, but I managed to steal a bite, and it instantly brought back childhood memories of exactly how this dish is supposed to taste. We also had the Dan Dan Noodles, which were great and rounded out the meal perfectly. I loved all of the dishes we tried. Should we ever find ourselves in Houston again, we will absolutely be revisiting this hidden gem.

    My mom wanted steamed fish with ginger, scallions, and that light sweet soy sauce. Hu's Cooking…read moredelivered! When we ordered, they mentioned it'll take about 20 mins but it came out in 10. No complaints here since we were starving from an 8 hour road trip. The Dan Dan Noodles...I had high expectations but sadly this dish fell short. I recommend Hu's Cooking to use a bigger bowl and more sauce because it was difficult to mix the noodles and the sauce wasn't...saucing, unfortunately. I wish there was more flavor in this dish. The Scallion Pancake was super over-fried and oily. See image in my review. The outer parts of the pancake were fried to a crisp and only a small circumference in the center stayed chewy. I know Chinese tends to be oily but this pancake soaked up way too much oil. Half a Peking duck: super great price for so much meat. The difficulty when eating this dish is gnawing the meat off the sharp bones of the duck. Mapo Tofu with white rice: pretty easy staple, no complaints here. Dinner on a Saturday was packed but we got seated quickly and food arrived fast.

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    Hu's Cooking - Spicy chicken, clear noodles with red pepper sauce, and stir fried green beans

    Spicy chicken, clear noodles with red pepper sauce, and stir fried green beans

    Hu's Cooking - Open til 11:00pm on Wed, Thurs, Fri and Sat

    Open til 11:00pm on Wed, Thurs, Fri and Sat

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    Bamboo House - Bamboo House Special Beef Noodles

    Bamboo House

    4.4(744 reviews)
    12.0 mi
    $$

    My favorite place for Peking duck around the Houston area. It's a little farther out, but I usually…read morestop by whenever I'm driving to or from AIH. The duck is roasted for hours, so the skin comes out nice and crispy without being too greasy. I also like that the remaining duck is made into a soup afterward. It's simple, hearty, and especially good on a colder day. I've tried several other dishes here, and they've all been solid and remind me of the Chinese food I grew up eating. The servers have always been attentive and friendly, and the restaurant is spacious, so it's a good spot for family dinners or larger groups.

    Where to begin? We stood a bit by the door waiting to be seated. Idk if they're short staffed or…read morethat's their reg staff. Which is wild cus they were running around that place nonstop. When we finally got seated we weren't asked What would you like to drink or this is our drink menu. It was-Water,right,right,Ok brb. So we had water just like the rest of the people in there. Also weird how they don't have any drinks on the menu or let you know about options. Could I have asked for something else? Sure but again waitresses were just all over the place it was crazy. When we ordered and others food was coming out we realized what big portions they give you. BTW just 'cus it's big portions doesn't mean This food is about to be the best Ive ever had. The food- We got some shrimp plate and we were told it was spicy because it has peppers and peppercorns which would numb your tongue which it was just basic shrimp dish. Only good or cool part of it was eating lotus root which Ive never had before. We also ordered the "special" house beef noodles and I don't see the hype or why they're so special. The only crazy part was the noodles length. Which honestly made it hard to eat. We ordered the duck which came with the soup. The soup was made from scraps. I think if they had added more duck and not just scraps it would be my fav thing of everything we ordered. Will say it tasted like chicken soup. For the duck. It wasn't as crispy as people made it seem to be. I expect idk a more gamey flavor to it and all I kept saying is-This taste like pork carnitas. Idk why we got treated than the table behind us. We asked for to go just like they do but they just gave them their to-go plates like Here ya go and they put all of our food in our to-go for us. Would I go back? Its one of those you say- Ok I've had it,had the duck,don't get the hype but ok not worth coming back again for more.

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    China Garden - Eggrolls

    China Garden

    4.0(402 reviews)
    4.5 miDowntown
    $$

    What has happened to my childhood favorite Chinese restaurant? Picked up combination egg foo young,…read morechicken with vegetables and an order of eggrolls the other day and was first shocked at the cost of $60+ and secondly at how much the food has changed. Although the portions were good size my egg foo young lacked flavor. It actually had no flavor even with soy sauce and chili oil (which cost $.75). The chicken and vegetables were a bit better but the fried rice that came with it also didn't taste like anything. Lastly their egg rolls which I use to love and would drive from Richmond, TX just to get were still big but the filling was very salty this time. I'm not giving up on them but I really hope the food goes back to what I know it used to be.

    I was craving Chinese food today, and this spot popped up as just a mile from my job with good…read morereviews, so I decided to check it out. Lucky for me, they have their own parking lot, which already made everything super convenient. I walked in around 1:30 PM and was back out by 1:55 PM, so the service is definitely fast and friendly; perfect for a lunch break. The lunch menu has a huge variety of options, and every plate comes with fried rice and a pretty big egg roll. I honestly didn't know what to expect, but the quality of the food was fantastic. I can totally see how they've stayed open for 50+ years. I ordered the beef and broccoli... which honestly should be renamed to beef and vegetables, because it came with broccoli, carrots, and onions. Not complaining, though! The beef was tender and kind of reminded me of a beef fajita texture with how flakey and tender it was. The sauce was savory with garlic and soy sauce flavors and I really liked it. The veggies were cooked perfectly for my taste: still a little crunchy and not soggy. My only complaint was the onion. They were a bit too crunchy and raw, which made them super spicy and pungent, so I just moved them to the side. The egg roll was good, too! It tasted freshly made with cabbage that still had some crunch, which I love. Portion-wise, it was absolutely perfect. I finished everything except the onions and left feeling satisfied. Not heavy and not carrying leftovers, which I appreciate because some Chinese spots over serve. I paid about $20 including tip. Overall, I would 100% recommend this place and would definitely come back for lunch again.

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    Xiaolong Dumpling

    Xiaolong Dumpling

    4.6(303 reviews)
    3.9 miFourth Ward, Midtown, Montrose
    $$

    This little spot is my literal favorite place for fried rice. Everything is good but the fried rice…read moreis the best I've ever had! Pork Bao's are normally my daughter fave but the soup dumplings here are her favorite. She could finish an order on her own. The service is always great. As soon as you get in they give everyone a water and a carafe of more water. There is a QR code to order and you place your order on the phone. The order goes straight to the kitchen and you can add as you go if wanted. I always thought that was pretty cool. The owner came out to say hello and ask how everything is. She even brought out a small bowl of soup for my baby to enjoy. The waitress was also very sweet and attentive. I don't live close by but will make the trip when the craving hits. Today was one of those days. The last time I was here there was no ac and not enough seating. This time it was nice and cool in and well as having new seating! This little spot needs to be on your need to stop places!

    Was a little bit of a red flag when we were the only Asian customers in the restaurant - still…read moredecent but definitely catered towards Western taste buds. My favorite dish was surprising the fried rice, with generous portions and slight smokiness. The xiaolongbao weren't my favorite, as there wasn't a whole lot of juice; but hey if you're looking to be health conscious maybe that is a positive.

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    Excellent customer service!!!

    Xiaolong Dumpling - B1. Mongolian Beef B1.

    B1. Mongolian Beef B1.

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    Cooking Girl - Montrose - Spicy Chicken Cube

    Cooking Girl - Montrose

    4.5(200 reviews)
    3.8 miMontrose, Fourth Ward
    $$

    This is my first time going in person, but second time eating from Cooking Girl. I got the General…read moreTso's chicken and meat egg rolls, and both were excellent. Compared to the other Chinese places in this area (Rice Box), the quality is much better. The restaurant and calm, clean, the staff are nice, and it would be a great place to study.

    I have wanted to eat here for months but I always passed it up because of how busy and small the…read moreplace looked from the outside. Today was my lucky day because there was plenty of parking spots and seats (although the parking lot is very small). This place is great! I understand the hype for sure. When you walk inside it's just about the smallest restraunt I've ever. Very cozy and cute vibe with smooth jazz playing on a speaker and we got our food very fast. I really enjoyed my time here. Dry Fried Green Beans 5/5- these are the best green beans I have had in my life! I am not exaggerating like I will be thinking about these green beans all week. Do not hesitate to try these. Perfectly salty and good amount of crunch still left. The flavors they used are just perfect. Colorful Beef 4/5- The texture of the beef was so tender and not chewy at all like other places. The flavor was bright and the bell peppers were cooked through well. The issue I had with this dish was the sichuan peppercorns. I was just eating and not really looking at it super closely so I got a mouth full of these peppercorns and wow it was actually horrible. Just beware because the texture of these things are god awful and I think that they should be taken out like how a bay leaf is removed before serving. It was just really intense and it almost ruined the dish for me honestly. Other than that a great dish. My mouth was so numb but worth it. Dandan noodles 2/5- This was my first time trying this dish anywhere and I did not really enjoy it at all. The sesame flavor was really strong and it wasn't really salted at all. Very strange flavor. I will not order this again, however I do believe that the execution on this dish is great. There was a lot of sauce and the noodles were cooked well. I just really wish I liked the flavor of this dish and that's a personal problem. This dish also made my mouth numb but the flavor did not make it worth it. I wanted to like these so badly but I just couldn't do it. I will be back!

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    Bao was Delicious!

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    Hi Trendy Dumpling - General Tso's Chicken

    Hi Trendy Dumpling

    4.4(436 reviews)
    2.3 miThe Heights
    $$

    One of my favorite Sichuan places in town!…read more Dishes had this time around: Pork Soup dumpling - always temps me to order more Shrimp and pork Shumai - i recently had shumai that was good but not as great as the ones here. I've never had any oeovlem with any of the food not tasting fresh here Spicy chicken cube - crispy, spicy, what more can you ask for Walnut shrimp - a common Cantonese style chinese dish with crispy shrimp, mayo, and walnuts. A perfect combo! Overall would recommend to anyone in town, a favorite of mine for sure

    My three friends and I were in the area when one of them suggested this place after having a good…read moreexperience here previously. We ordered quite a bit of food, and everything came out quickly. The staff were attentive and friendly, and overall, the food was decent. My favorite dish was the Chicken Steamed Dumplings. I usually prefer pork dumplings, but these were surprisingly tasty. The wrappers were on the thicker side, which I personally enjoy, the filling was moist, and the sauce was packed with flavor. I also ordered the Beef Noodle Soup. The portion of noodles and beef was generous, but I thought the broth lacked depth and had far too much chili oil. Instead of providing a pleasant spice, the excess oil left a greasy coating in my throat that actually made me cough. The other dishes were less impressive. The Pork Bao tasted like they had been frozen and reheated, with slightly soggy, overcooked buns and a filling that lacked flavor. The Egg Rolls were also extremely small and had that same frozen, store-bought quality. Overall, the service was great and there were a few solid dishes, especially the chicken dumplings, but too many of the items tasted like frozen or pre-prepared food. I would come back for the dumplings, but I would probably skip most of the other dishes.

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    Braised chili oil fish

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    Cooking Girl - Downtown

    Cooking Girl - Downtown

    4.1(71 reviews)
    3.8 miDowntown, Fourth Ward

    Casual but solid in an awesome location if you are enjoying downtown…read more My niece is a lover of dumplings and fried rice so of course we had to walk over for an early lunch before the Art Car Parade. --- location/vibes--- located in the northwest corner of downtown -- can stop by before bar hoping, catching a show, maybe even an Astros game if you wanna walk just a bit. There was a good amount of seating for that area of town but not a ton! --- Foods--- We really loved the wonton soup and mama's dumplings (gyoza basically). Both had a surprising amount of flavor. Especially the soup as this can be kinda plain at other places. We also tried soup dumplings which unfortunately stuck to the pan so we missed on the soup but the pork inside was lovely. Pricing was very resonable. ---Service--- to the point -- friendly but limited - ---Overall--- Looking forward to trying more dishes here!

    My friend and I had dinner at Cooking Girl a few months back. It wasn't busy at all on a Thursday…read moreevening. We were seated towards the back of the restaurant and it was uncomfortably warm. I don't remember our server's name but she was nice. I started with a Lychee Martini. It was very good and very strong. For apps we ordered the Scallion Pancakes and the BBQ Pork Buns. The Scallion Pancakes were very good, but once they cooled down, it didn't taste nearly as good. I enjoyed the BBQ Pork Buns too. For entrées I had the Salt Pepper Fish Slices while my friend went with the Ingenious Fried Beef. The Fish Slices were very seasoned and flavorful, but a bit dry. The batter was good and I really enjoyed the peppers and onions that accompanied the dish. I think a dipping sauce would have helped. My friend enjoyed the Fried Beef. They have quite a few locations around town if you don't want to venture into the downtown area. If you're near the Theater District, Cooking Girl is a great dining option.

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    Cooking Girl - Downtown
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