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Whether you are looking for a lively weekend dim sum brunch or a quick weeknight takeout of General Tso’s, the best Chinese food in Houston offers a world of flavor. From the bustling streets of Chinatown to trendy spots in Midtown, I know there is something for every palate and budget.
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Best Cantonese & Dim Sum in Houston
Fung’s Kitchen
A Houston icon. Famous for its massive live seafood tanks and traditional pushcart dim sum. It’s the go-to for our family celebrations.
Where: 7320 Southwest Fwy #115, Houston, TX 77074
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Sunday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm
Ocean Palace
Located in the Hong Kong City Mall, this bi-level restaurant is a dim sum powerhouse. Great for large groups.
Where: 11215 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072
Operating Hours: Daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Siu Lap City
The ultimate destination for Cantonese roast meats. No frills, but the quality of the meat is unbeatable.
Where: 2808 Milam St, Suite F, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Sunday 9:30 am – 6:00 pm
Golden Dim Sum
A local favorite of mine for traditional dim sum in a warm, family-friendly environment.
Where: 10600 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072
Operating Hours: Sunday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm | Monday – Thursday 10:00 am – 8:00 pm | Friday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm | Saturday 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Crown Seafood Restaurant
Refined Cantonese dining with a focus on fresh seafood and attentive service.
Where: 10796 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072
Operating Hours: Sunday – Thursday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 10:30 am – 10:00 pm
HK Dim Sum
A cozy spot that stays true to Hong Kong traditions, serving expertly crafted small plates.
Where: 9889 Bellaire Blvd, STE 110, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Monday – Wednesday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm | Thursday – Sunday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
Top Sichuan & Spicy Chinese Restaurants
Mala Sichuan Bistro
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A Michelin Bib Gourmand winner. They popularized the “mala” (numbing and spicy) flavor in Houston.
Where: 600 N Shepherd Dr, Suite 453, Houston, TX 77007
Operating Hours: Tuesday CLOSED | Wednesday – Monday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Duck n Bao
Perfectly blending Sichuan spice with Cantonese roast duck. Their soup dumplings are among the best in the city.
Where: 5535 Memorial Dr suite o, Houston, TX 77007
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 11:00 am – 9:30 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Sunday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Cooking Girl
Founded by sisters from Sichuan, this spot offers “organic” and authentic home-style Sichuan cooking.
Where: 1717 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Triple Pepper
Specializes in high-intensity Sichuan flavors with a focus on traditional spices like Pixian bean paste.
Where: 1915 W Gray St, Suite A, Houston, TX 77019
Operating Hours: Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm | Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 9:30 pm
Lao Sze Chuan
Part of the famous Chicago-based chain, offering a massive menu of classic Sichuan favorites.
Where: 3407 Montrose Blvd Suite A-8, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 9:30 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Xiolong Dumpling
Xiaolong Dumpling in Houston offers a casual, cozy atmosphere, specializing in authentic Szechuan cuisine and handmade soup dumplings, with the savory crab-and-pork xiao long bao and the spicy biangbiang noodles serving as standout menu highlights.
Where: 1901 Taft St, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Authentic Northern Chinese & Hand-Pulled Noodles
Dough Zone Dumpling House
This Seattle import has taken Houston by storm with its incredibly consistent soup dumplings and noodles.
Where: 11805 Westheimer Rd #370, Houston, TX 77077
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
One Dragon Restaurant
Often cited by locals as having the absolute best Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings) in the city.
Where: 9310 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Sunday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Mein
A stunning restaurant serving “everyday food” from the Cantonese region, with a focus on noodles.
Where: 9630 Clarewood Dr ste a13, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Thursday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Sunday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
San Dong Noodle House
Known for their handmade noodles and incredibly affordable prices. It’s a cash-only local treasure.
Where: 9938 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Sunday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm
East Wall Restaurant
Specializes in Northern Chinese cuisine and is one of the few places in Chinatown with excellent Peking Duck that doesn’t require a pre-order.
Where: 9889 Bellaire Blvd #301, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Unique Regional Specialties
Turan Uyghur Kitchen
Experience the unique flavors of Xinjiang. Think Silk Road spices, heavy on the lamb and cumin.
Where: 9330 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Qilu Beef Soup
Bringing the rare Shandong cuisine to Houston. Their beef soups are hearty and restorative.
Where: 9284 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Tuesday CLOSED | Wednesday – Monday 10:30 am – 9:00 pm
North China Restaurant
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North China Restaurant has been a family-owned landmark in the Energy Corridor for nearly fifty years, serving acclaimed Mandarin-style cuisine in a welcoming atmosphere where the signature Pong Lai Beef pairs perfectly with a pot of hot jasmine tea.
Where: 14525 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079
Operating Hours: Saturday – Sunday 11:30 am – 9:00 pm | Monday – Friday 11:00 am – 2:30 pm & 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Wanna Bao
A Midtown favorite for those who want authentic soup dumplings without the drive to Chinatown.
Where: 2708 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Daily 11:30 am – 9:30 pm
Affordable Best Chinese Food in Houston Suburbs
Wing Kee
A staple for Hong Kong-style comfort food. Their portions are generous, and the flavors are nostalgic.
Where: 6938 Wilcrest Dr B, Houston, TX 77072
Operating Hours: Tuesday CLOSED | Wednesday – Monday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Chung Wang Cantonese BBQ
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A true community success story. Known for some of the best Chinese BBQ meats in the Greater Houston area.
Where: 23119 Colonial Pkwy Suite B-1, Katy, TX 77449
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
Haidilao Hot Pot
The gold standard for hot pot globally. Expect incredible service, noodle-dancing shows, and even free manicures while you wait.
Where: 23220 Grand Cir Blvd #100, Katy, TX 77449
Operating Hours: Sunday – Thursday 11:00 am – 12:00 am | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 1:00 am
Tim Ho Wan Katy
The “world’s cheapest Michelin-star restaurant” finally has a home in Katy Asian Town.
Where: 23330 Grand Cir Blvd Suite 180, Katy, TX 77449
Operating Hours: Sunday 10:00 am – 9:00 pm | Monday – Thursday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm | Friday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Saturday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Bamboo House
Worth the drive to Humble just for the Peking Duck. It’s crispy, fatty, and perfectly sliced.
Where: 7855 N Sam Houston Pkwy E, Humble, TX 77396
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
Li’s Potstickers
A hidden gem in Sugar Land that specializes in Northern-style dumplings and potstickers.
Where: 4565 Hwy 6 I, Sugar Land, TX 77478
Operating Hours: Wednesday CLOSED | Thursday – Tuesday 11:00 am – 8:30 pm
Hong Kong Food Street
A transplant from the original Chinatown location, bringing high-quality Cantonese staples to the suburbs.
Where: 23015 Colonial Pkwy a101, Katy, TX 77449
Operating Hours: Daily 11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Spicy Girl
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Spicy Girl serves up authentic and bold Sichuan cuisine in the heart of Houston, where diners can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere along with signature dishes like the three-flavor pepper chicken and a refreshing strawberry oolong tea.
Where: 917 Winbern St Unit B, Houston, TX 77002
Operating Hours: Tuesday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm | Wednesday – Monday 11:00 am – 3:30 am
Hu’s Cooking
Hu’s Cooking stands as a premier destination for authentic Sichuan and Taiwanese fusion in Houston and is highly regarded for its signature shabu shabu lamb with spearmint paired with a pot of traditional jasmine tea.
Where: 2502 W Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
Operating Hours: Sunday – Tuesday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Wednesday – Saturday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
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