The food at Uncle Chin's is amazing! Service was very good as well. It's a small place but well worth it!

BF hosted a major get-together for friends and chose this gem as the gathering spot. No regrets all around--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 by then. 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 exceptional. 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. read more

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My goodness, what a hidden gem! From the outside, Uncle Chin's Kitchen looks like a generic neighborhood Asian restaurants you could easy pass by and miss, but the food tasted anything but generic! I literally had the best roti conai, roti telur, curry puffs, and stir fried vegetable dishes I've ever had in my life, and I've had quite a few! Definitely a big thanks to my fellow Yelper David for organizing this for a handful of us for a friendly gathering, where we shared a few dishes family style. Personally, I much prefer trying a little bit of a few things than one big dish that I can't even finish alone! I'll need to swing by sometime when I want to grab lunch or dinner since it's fairly close to me as well. I had people tell me not to move to Texas because I'll miss Asian food, but clearly Houston is another beast that does a lot of things right in that aspect. read more

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Nut allergy friendly: There's a peanut sauce for the satay skewers, but I was fine with everything else. The employees are fluent in English so no problems in ordering! Time to Order: 20-45 minutes? We were in a group so maybe that's not accurate, but we also ordered a lot. Roti Canai (5/5): One of the best roti Canai I've ever had. The curry is thick with potato and super tender chicken and the roti canai bread is chewy but somehow still flaky and flavorful at the same time. It was so good that I ordered another one for myself to go to let my partner try it at home. Malaysian Chicken Satay (5/5): You will read "tender chicken" in my review several times. It's not a joke. The chicken nearly melts in your mouth. The last time I had meat this tender it was a filet mignon that was 6x the price of this dish. Char Kuey Tow (4.5/5) and Mee Goreng (4.5/5): Yeah we got both the flat noodle and the mee goreng. Because both are awesome. Noodles stayed chewy, beansprout and veggies were great, proteins were great. Not too saucy. Solid. Uncle Chen's Sizzling Tofu (4.5/5): We got this seafood style and it comes loaded with shrimp, calamari.. fantastic. Great by itself or on rice. The middle gets a little soggy if you let it sit too long, so chow down on this whole it's hot! Roasted Hainanese Chicken (4/5): Nothing against the dish itself, I just don't like all the bones. Yes, the chicken was beautifully tender. Chicken rice, also fantastic. Curry Chicken Puff (4.5/5): So this was way more filling than I expected. It's like an intense Asian empanada? Totally worth it. Comes out really hot. Lastly, we got a serenade from the man himself. Yes, he pulls out a mic and sings. It's his break from cooking during the dinner rush. So, you might indeed get dinner and a show! It's beautiful to see someone who enjoys what he's doing - and his voice is such that some people think it's a song over the intercom instead of live music, take that how you will :) TL;DR: Absolutely contends for Best in Katy. Yes, it lived up to the hype. Come and eat family style and you won't be disappointed! read more

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I've been wanting to drop by here for years and finally had the chance and was disappointed. I came by on a Sunday at 2pm and they were already out of the satay skewers, hainanese chicken, and the Sunday special bak kut teh which was disappointing. I got the roti canai which came with curry chicken and the sizzling tofu with seafood which came with rice. The roti canai was very buttery and flaky (a bit different from others I have but good). The tofu was alright- I thought the breading was a bit too thick for my liking. The tofu was silky smooth though and had decent amount of seafood! Restroom was a bit dirty. read more

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I came to Uncle Chin's because we were craving Malaysian/Singaporean food. It was a far drive for me, but I think it was worth it. We came 30 minutes after it was opened for the day, and there were already a couple parties ahead of us. We were quickly seated, and we were told in advance there was only one cook in the kitchen (Uncle Chin himself!) and that it could be a while before we get our food. We did not mind the wait, and it actually took about 20 minutes from the time we placed our order to when we got our food, so the wait was not bad at all. We ordered their Malaysian Satay. Sadly, there was no beef or combo available, and they only had chicken, but it was delicious! We also had their Laksha and their stir fried noodles. We ate everything. It was perfectly seasoned, very flavorful. There were many proteins in each of our dishes. There was plenty of parking, and despite there being only one person running the front, things went pretty smoothly. The ambiance is great for a casual date night or a family gathering. I would definitely come here again even with the same constraints they had. read more

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We'd been meaning to try this place for a long time and finally got around to it. It's a small, hole-in-the-wall mom and pop spot that feels really cozy, which I actually appreciated. It gives the place a very homey feel. The servers were all super friendly and attentive and the owner was also very kind and checked on us a few times. The food and drinks were all delicious, good portions, and prices were reasonable. Everything came out in a timely manner. The drinks took a little longer, but it wasn't a big deal. We also ordered a noodle dish that I forgot to take a picture of. One thing to note: I wouldn't recommend using the restroom if you can avoid it. My little one really had to go and it wasn't clean at all or well kept which was a bit of a downside especially with a kid. Overall, we had a great experience and I'm glad we finally tried it. read more

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Two words: Absolutely spectacular! I hadn't eaten in a few days (long story) and I found myself in Katy on a Friday so I did a quick Yelp search and came upon this place. As I dug deeper, I read Jando's glowing review word-for-word and found myself salivating. Well, I ventured out to S. Mason for lunch, found the place easily, appreciated the ample and free parking, and walked in. I had read before that they used to be closed on Tuesdays and Saturdays, but now they are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays but open for dinner on Saturdays. (See my photos.) Anyhow, we walked in and found the place homey. Nothing fancy - just a nice, clean, homey Malaysian restaurant. Not too big, and not too small. We placed our order of roti canai, stir fried flat rice noodles, seafood sizzling tofu, and topped it off with a Malaysian milk tea. Oh my - we were satisfied and stuffed as a party of 2. We ended up boxing up almost 40% of the meal. The roti was near perfection - crispy, hot, flaky. The dipping sauce was perfectly seasoned with the right amount of heat. It included chunks of chicken and potato. You must absolutely order this one. I love me some stir fried flat rice noodles so we got that one with chicken. Overall, it was excellent. Portions were a tad smaller than I would like for the price. Also it could use a little bit of hot sauce so we asked for a side of sriracha which they gladly and quickly brought. The sizzling tofu - OMG so good. I can't even explain it. I just love it so much and the portions are huge. I'm not sure what the vegetable flavor would taste like but we tried the seafood one and have no regrets. Lastly the milk tea was just because we felt like splurging and it was also a great decision. The tea flavor itself is deep and the overall drink is very nice. We got it iced. And an honorable mention - we ran into Uncle Chin (at least we assume it was Uncle Chin) and told him his food was amazing. I think he really appreciated it. He seems like a super nice guy and I want his business to do really well. If that wasn't Uncle Chin then we talked to a random person and raved about the food... Many thanks for Jando for the raving review that convinced me to try this place. Loved it and would absolutely come back as soon as possible! read more

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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. read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Front - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

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. read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Malaysian Sweet and Sour Fish - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

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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! read more

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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. read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Roti canai - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

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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! read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Bak Kut Teh and Hainan Chicken at my favorite Malaysian in Texas. HIGHLY RECOMMEND - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

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. read more

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Food was delicious. So many new things to try. Service was a bit slow but they warned customers ahead with a sign on the door stating they were understaffed so I won't hold that against them. Staff were all friendly and helpful. They were hustling. Looking forward to trying more Malaysian food at Uncle Chin's. read more

Uncle Chin's is close to my house and has always had great ratings. It's hidden behind the Sonic in a strip mall. Yes, it is a very small place, so get there early for lunch on a Sunday. We saw some folks turn around and go somewhere else because there was sent any room. My wife and I had the chicken satay skewers to start. The meat was marinated perfectly. Awesome peanut sauce for dipping. We had the stir-fry flat noodles. I had seafood while my wife had chicken. Both dishes were incredible. We ordered an egg roti canai for my daughter and she enjoyed it. I ate the chicken curry a day or two later and it was very good. Service was good, recommendations were given and the food arrived fairly quickly. I want to return and have some more curry and try the hainenese chicken. Great food, I wish we would have come here sooner. read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

Uncle Chin's has very quickly become one of our favorite restaurants in Katy. The food and service here are consistently great. We have tried several dishes on the menu, but my favorites are the roti canai, chicken satay, char kuey teow (stir-fry flat noodles), and chicken curry. As a dessert, I would highly recommend the cendol drink, which is sweet and refreshing and a great way to end the meal. The atmosphere is that of a small family-owned restaurant, making it a cozy and inviting environment to dine in. On one of our visits, we even got to see a great live singing performance from the chef. We will definitely be back again soon! read more

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Food - I got the combo b they recommended - it's a very classic Malaysian Singaporean flavor. If you've been to Malaysia or Singapore it definitely reminds you of them! The combo comes with roasted hainanese chicken rice and stir fry flat noodles and satay. I personally would have liked the combo to be steamed hainanese rice with a different type of noodle dish but it's all good. Service - friendly owner who will come out and sing to you when he is feeling it! Ambiance - small cozy family run casual vibes read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Malaysian Combo Satay Set (3 Chicken & 3 Beef) - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

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My first visit to Uncle Chin's Kitchen was very much worth the very long wait to receive my food. My mistake was to arrive at lunchtime and seated at the very last table available. The restaurant is very small with only eight tables with four chairs each. The singular host was also the cashier and busted the tables. She managed the roles effortlessly and gave us a great explanation of how the chef prepared each meal and that the time from order to delivery could be drawn out. The Roasted Hainanese Chicken and Rice was just damn good! I was also able to sample my guest's Curry Chicken and absolutely loved it. Uncle Chin's Kitchen has great food which I'll gladly return soon. However, I'll certainly pick an off peak time to avoid the wait. read more

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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! read more

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What a gem! We (unknowingly) walked in 15 min before close and got to catch Uncle Chin himself deliver a Josh Groban song. I was so tickled to watch his performance! I didn't realize it was his encore performance for the night as they were likely ready to close, and I immediately felt bad and told the waitress we could leave and not hold up closing. But the waitress was adamant that we stay and eat so we agreed since we were pretty hungry and looking for a good meal. We were not disappointed! The Malaysian sizzling tofu (5/5) was so good. The picture looked like it would be reminiscent of the one from Banana Leaf but it was not. It was better! The fried outer shell was different and held up better with the sauce over time and the tofu itself was still nice and soft. I also ordered the sweet and sour pork (3/5) just because I was curious. These are the little pork chunks (no bone). Nothing wrong with the dish but I'm very picky about the type of sweet and sour pork that I like, and this was not my preference. We tried the beef satay skewers (5/5) and they were tender, moist, and flavorful. Great appetizer. Also tried the flat noodle (4/5)and it was well cooked and seasoned although clearly not my favorite of the night. For drinks, I had the plum drink (5/5) and it was good. Service was fantastic (5+/5). Uncle Chin and the waitress came by multiple times to check on us and even followed us out after we were done to make sure we got some coffee candy to go! Small restaurant with about 4-5 4 tops and one big table for a party of 8-10. Plenty of parking. read more

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"the mandatory 20% is very steep." I love myself some Malaysian food and this spot is as close as I can ever imagine to it. I brought my family here for a Mother's day dinner as I figured this place wouldn't be too crowded for the holiday since its off the beaten path. Glad we came here as they opened at 5 pm and there only 2 tables when we got in. Ambience screams "mom and pop shop" which reminds me of my own family who was also in the business. So needless to say, its nothing fancy, but nice items on the walls as decor. We tried to order their chicken but the owners told us they can't do it because its not prepped yet. I kinda rolled my eyes but ordered their other items such as chicken curry, and rotis, noodles, veggies, nasi lemak . Every dish was piping hot and not too spicy. Everything was great and awesome until the bill came and I noticed a "20% service charge" with the option of adding more tip. First, I don't care to tip more than 15% and I'll consider 18% if things are better than great, but the mandatory 20% is very steep. I understand I had a 8 person table, but serving a 8 person table is the same thing as you would do for a 2 person table. At this point this has become a money grab and ways to take more money out of your pocket. Don't think I'll be coming back in the forseeable future. I probably can't afford to eat out, particularly if its a 20% mandatory tip or any other synonym for "service charge" Smh. read more

I started to frequent this place via delivery and decided to try it in person to see the difference and I'm so glad that I did! The staff, all of them, are extremely friendly, helpful, efficient, and knowledgeable of the menu items. Daisy is my favorite though! She's lively and keeps the energy at an upbeat tempo. The food is absolutely delicious, I've tried several items and have loved them all. The portions are large and in my opinion, large enough to split between 2-3 people. I highly recommend this establishment for a delicious meal & friendly service. read more

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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!

Uncle Chin's restaurant sits 40 people in total. The walls are filled with Malaysia sceneries and I spotted a Singapore flag. The menu is simple and has most iconic Malaysian dishes. I definitely had to try the nasi lemak with curry chicken, and the roasted Hainanese chicken rice. The nasi lemak rice did not have a strong coconut flavor and the rice was too wet. The ikan bilis and peanuts weren't fried to perfection and weren't fragrant. However, the curry was good and had a good spice level. The roasted Hainanese chicken was juicy and good. The main sauce was spicy and garlicky. Yum. I love satay and had a combo plate. Each satay stick was big but the meat flavor wasn't strong. The peanut sauce that accompanied it was lacking in flavor too. The sizzling tofu with seafood was my least favorite dish. The sauce was oily, and the taste was weird. Though the price difference of seafood and veggie sauce is $1, save the dollar because the seafood sauce wasn't worth it. A point to note from the lunch menu is, the roasted Hainanese chicken rice too but it is served with white rice instead of chicken rice. read more

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Food is great. I have noticed kitchen help went into restroom with the apron on , that is nasty . Employees need to remove aprons before go into restroom , hope they are in the habit of washing their hands . Uncle got to clean up this thing , he is there every day all day . Uncle I am counting on you to fix this , please . I would like to visit in the future but want to make sure they follow rules. read more

As someone whose family is from Singapore and Malaysia, this cuisine is one of my favorites and there aren't too many places where you can find it. We were able to visit Uncle Chin's this weekend and were very happy! They're closed on Saturdays, which is a bummer - it's because they prep Bak kut teh, which is only served on Sundays. We arrived at 2pm on Sunday, and were surprised to a full restaurant- there are only 10 or so tables and some bar seating, so it's a pretty small area. We added our name to a waitlist and were seated within 15 minutes. Expect a no-frills place, with great food and friendly service. We had an iced teh tarik (iced milk tea), which was great. And then got the roti canai, char kway teow, and grilled sambal fish. Roti canai was incredible- such perfectly flaky bread, and curry packed a good kick too. The noodles and fish were great too. It took a bit longer to get the fish to us - we were nearly done with everything else when it came out. So heads up there, but still tasty and it came out sizzling on a hot plate. Overall, food was very authentic and it took us to our happy place. We were even graced by some karaoke singing by Uncle Chin himself! read more

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My friend chose this place after experiencing a yelp event. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. We had lunch on a Friday and enjoyed a package deal. It included two appetizers and a meal. The kabobs were succulent and the sauces were bursting with flavor! Gonna have to take my mom she'll love it! read more

Uncle Chin's Kitchen - Malaysian Near Me - Katy, Texas

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Food was magnificent ; Service was great ! Ambiance is very welcoming ; We were offer a complementary appetizer and it was delicious thank you ! read more

We reserved for a large group and pre-ordered dishes for family style dining. The service was absolutely the best! They set the tables nicely and appetizers came out immediately upon arrival. The roti and curry dip was very tasty. Hainan Chicken & Roasted Hainan Chicken with super flavor rice is excellent! The roasted version was light and crispy. The noodle dishes and sweet & sour fish were good, too. Another favorite was the lightly fried and spicy Tofu, beautiful texture! The staff kept us in stitches; they were so attentive and friendly. If you're lucky enough to hear him, the chef is an amazing singer! It was like a dinner and a show! We made such wonderful memories that night & laughed till our cheeks hurt, it was the best! Highly recommend! read more

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Loved this place! Support small businesses - Uncle Chin's has great food and atmosphere. The restaurant smells like a restaurant in Malaysia, so yummy! We went at 5pm on a Friday, soon after we arrived, all seats were taken. Our waitress was so sweet and funny. Sad we never noticed this on Mason Rd before, highly recommend! read more

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Why 5 stars? Because I just kept eating despite my hunger being satisfied long ago. --- --- --- I was long overdue to meet with up with local celebrity, Jando S to share a meal and stories about life. I sent him 11 places at the top of my "To Try" list and he said Uncle Chin's would be the best of the bunch. While I still haven't tried the other 10, it's hard to imagine he was wrong about that because Uncle Chin's was pretty much as good as it gets. I fully trusted Jando to order everything, not only because he'd been here before, but because he is in the top .00001% of people that I believe in when it comes to food selection. Here's what he selected (and I gobbled up): Roti Canai: 5-stars. In fairness to other restaurants, I've never had roti canai that I didn't love. Uncle Chin's version also delivered. This was the only thing we had with any kind of a kick to it, but if I can handle the kick, so can you. Malaysian Combo Satay: 5-stars. In a meal of awesome things, this might have been the most awesome. The meat was so tender and amazingly flavorful. I would say this was the best satay I've ever had. Hainanese Chicken and Rice: 3.5 stars. From my favorite item, to the only thing I didn't love. The first couple of pieces had so much bone that it was a lot like a crab leg: a lot of work for very little pay off. Jando gave me a couple other bites that consisted of much more meat than bone. I enjoyed the flavor, and thought the rice was great, but I probably wouldn't order this a second time. Stir-Fry Flat Noodles with Chicken: 5-stars. This came out steaming, but I was too excited and had to take a couple bites. To be honest, it was too hot to judge, but my initial reaction was that it tasted a little bland. However, that was probably just because I burned my taste buds off trying to eat food that was too hot. Once it settled a bit, I absolutely loved these noodles. I had already eaten more than my normal daily caloric count in one sitting, but I gobbled up every last inch of this dish with no regrets. Malaysian Grilled Pork: 5-stars. I didn't even realize this was pork. It looked and tasted like a churrasco. Just like the stir fry noodles, about halfway through eating, I hit my wall, but I had no desire to stop until the plate was empty. Uncle Chin's 4.8 star rating and spot as one of the highest rated restaurants in all of Houston is well-deserved. If I lived any closer to Katy, this would absolutely be one of my go-to spots! read more

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First visit to Uncle Chen's and, by God, it won't be the last! We got the "A" platter and everything was delicious. The servers were friendly, informative and efficient. The roti canai was authentically flavored with rich chicken curry sauce and potato. The satay with peanut sauce made my wife wide-eyed with belief. The hainanese chicken was crispy and roasted to perfection. The three sauces were all excellent additions to the flavor and all were clearly explained by the chef who brought them to our table. We will be returning to try everything else on the menu, but I can't wait to get more of what we just had. Highly recommended! read more

A must-try, hidden gem in Katy. From the menu, I tried: Malaysian Roti Canai Chicken Char Kuey Teow (stir-fry flat noodles) Roasted Hainanese Chicken & Rice I'm pretty new to Malaysian cuisine, but all three dishes were amazing, and are highly recommended. Service was friendly, and his suggestions were spot on. The owner or manager even came out to greet us to see how we liked the food. I always appreciate that! Ambience is good, I've never been to Malaysia, but there were displays of the flag, pictures of the country, and they even had a picture frame with their coin currency on display. I'm definitely going back! read more