Anton S.
Delicious Chinese food! Place is half self-service, with appropriate very fair prices. The pan fried dumplings and the braised beef noodle soup were probably the best I had in Chinatown so far! Also the cow stomach cold appetizer (in a box next to cashier) is really popular and tasty. Would definitely recommend to try
Alisa Nelson
I had a really great time at San Dong! They had a lot of delicious-looking options for noodles and dumplings. I had the dumplings with beef soup and it was delicious! I also tried some of my family's dishes, including veggie dumplings and some other noodle dishes. They were all delicious and everyone enjoyed their food.
Service was good (order at the counter) and food came out very quickly. Plenty of parking was available as well.
Kat Spofford
Mom and Pop establishment, such friendly faces, and helpful helping us decide on dumplings on menu. They also have frozen dumplings tp take home and steamed buns to cook at home as well. Got the pan-fried with chive and pork, so yummy!
Aronda Alcendor
This is a quaint and nice place. Order, take your number, dine in\takeout and enjoy your food! Get your own eating utensils, drinks and to go containers as there are no waitresses or waiters. No frills dining works for me as it keeps prices reasonable. We will be back.
David BK
Beef noodle soup is really good. Rich broth tender meat and noodle. The air conditioner does not work well. It’s hot inside. sweating while eating.
Rachel P
No frills, order at the counter noodle shop. Delicious and generous portions. It was packed when we went for lunch but tables turned over quickly and were available by the time we ordered. Ordered three dishes which was enough for two for lunch plus another full meal for leftovers.
Jessica Ryon
I LOOOVEEEE THEIR DUMPLINGS. We got the pan fried dumplings, dumplings in beef soup, and the pan fried chive buns.
Pan fried Dumplings: 10/10
Dumplings in Soup: 9/10 (the broth is very subtle too, good flavor)
Pan fried chive buns: 7/10 (the chewiness of the bread is good, the flavor is good but it lacked in some way. Maybe will get the buns with meat inside next time)
Overall, i recommend this place for their dumplings. Its just really good, affordable too!!! 👍
P.S. sorry dont have photos of the dumplings in soup, we just started chowing when it came, lol
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David Pham
The dishes I ordered (#1, #17) were nut allergy friendly.
This is the golden standard of fast, delicious Asian food. Counter-service order, get a number, pick up some utensils and a Styrofoam cup for water, and try to find a table during the very busy dinner rush (if you get there around 7PM).
Orders came out incredibly quickly. I think it was less than 10 minutes for our three orders of the #1 Roast Beef Noodle to come out, and another 10-15 minutes for our #17 Dumplings with Beef Soup to come out.
Everything was delicious. The soup was flavorful and not greasy at all with baby bok choy, pickled greens, green onion. The beef was amazingly tender and I got more of it here than places that cost 3x as much. I got enough noodles to leave me satisfied, and I usually order an extra order of noodles when I go out for ramen.
The soup dumplings were massive with plenty of meat inside of them. They are not perfect soup dumplings in that you may not get soup with every bite, but since it is served in a beef soup you can easily remedy that by simply using a large spoon and slurping up some soup with your dumpling. You can't beat the price of ~$9 for 12 dumplings.
For the taste and value, San Dong Noodle House is the gold standard to benchmark other places against.
Kai-Chieh Tsao
Came to this restaurant for lunch and ordered Pork/Cabbage Dumplings w/ Beef Soup and Pan-fried Pork/Chive Dumplings. Both are super delicious, and they are full of meat/ingredients, definitely worth the price (it’s already pretty cheap to be honest - $9.5 for 12 ‘big’ dumplings in both cases). Definitely will order more if I have ‘room’ for it :p
Yuliia Kysil
Great food. Beef noodles and fried pork dumplings with chives were delicious. Staff was friendly. Purchased pork buns to take home too. And portions are huge.
Brooke Sandoval
I recommend the roast beef noodle soup. Pretty good food for a great price. Portions are large.
Yujie Wu
Still a Chinatown staple after decades. Whether you like noodles or rice platters, this is your Sunday hangover cure.
Bernard Dy
Good dumplings, a decent variety on the dine-in menu, and inflation fighting prices make this shop popular even though it's a bit of a dive. You can also buy frozen dumplings to go and they come out great when steamed at home. Items other than the dumplings vary in appeal, the soups are better than others, but I've not had a bad one yet.
Aylin Weyh
San Dong Noodle & Dumpling House is a delightful dining spot for those seeking a quick, satisfying dinner that won't break the bank.
The standout feature at San Dong Noodle & Dumpling House is undoubtedly the food. It's not just good; it's reminiscent of the kind of comforting, homemade meals that your mom or grandma might prepare. Each bite is a nostalgic journey, filled with flavors that warm the soul. The menu boasts a wonderful variety of noodles and dumplings, each prepared with care and a touch of love that only a family-owned business can offer.
Their dumplings are a standout feature, offering a variety of types that cater to different palates. Whether you prefer them steamed or pan-fried, stuffed with meat or veggies, there's a dumpling here to please every taste.
The selection of cold dishes available from the refrigerator is a pleasant surprise. These cool, refreshing options are perfect for a quick, satisfying meal on a warm day or when you're in the mood for something light and healthy.
Dining here doesn't leave a dent in your wallet. The prices are affordable, making it an ideal spot for everyday dining. It's a place where you can enjoy a satisfying meal without straining your budget.
The ambiance at San Dong Noodle & Dumpling House is reminiscent of a traditional noodle house, with a cozy and no-frills setting. It's the kind of place where the focus is on the food and the warmth of the environment rather than elaborate decor.
This family-owned gem captures the essence of comfort food in a traditional, welcoming noodle house setting.
Julianne Tran
I wanted to try the Taiwanese beef noodle soup and googled and found this place. Everyone was happy with the soup and the dumplings so I had to try. It was a bit late for me so I want to be in and out within 1 hour. It really took 45 minutes for me. From order to food coming out is less than 10 minutes. The food was very good and big portions and I was satisfied with my dinner. I just love these local mom and pop places and the owners so really nice. He was happy that I found it from google.
DuanMooMoo Texas
An affordable eatery with very reasonable prices. My most fav is #16 braised pork rice for only $10.07! Love ❤️ it! There are many other yummy choices. Low prices but high quality nutritious everyday meals 😋
Ioben Borbiliac
Always a treat to eat here! Dumplings are reasonably priced and the food comes out quick. It's one of our top choices to go eat dumplings when we are craving it!
Laura Siebert
Best dumplings in Houston, hands down. Cash only place, but totally worth the stop at the ATM. Try the WonTon soup, Leek Buns, Pan Fried Dumplings, and Beef Dumpling soup (if you like Five Spice).
Robert A Morris
Had the pork w/cabbage pan fried dumplings, chicken w/rice, and beef dumpling noodle soup. OMG, best dumplings I've had ever. So good I went back for seconds. Caution - Cash only but very reasonable prices.
Nathan Troy
Love San Dong! Everything I've had there is great. Go for the dumplings, stay for the leek buns.
Don't crave this place on a Monday though. They're closed.
Norma Duran
I went there for the first time and loved it. Dumplings was delicious and the beef noodles also
Calvin Crossley
If you crave dumplings or noodle soup in Houston, come to San Dong. It's that simple, really.
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