
When it comes to Asian cuisine, many Americans think of Chinese, Japanese, or Indian food. However, the vast continent of Asia is home to many interesting and exotic cuisines that most American’s never get to taste. Luckily, with so many incredible Asian restaurants around Houston, TX, residents of this diverse city have access to some of these lesser-known cuisines. From Lao to Malaysian, here are some restaurants that’ll open your eyes to a new world of flavor.
Treat Your Taste Buds: 3 Asian Restaurants Worth the Drive Near Houston, TX
Lua Viet Kitchen
Vietnamese food still lives in the shadow of the big three Asian cuisines. However, as American food trends have leaned more towards healthier meals in recent years, Vietnamese cuisine has jumped into the limelight with its incredibly fresh, healthy dishes such as summer rolls (or fresh spring rolls) and pho.
Located at 1540 West Alabama Street #300, Lua Viet Kitchen is our best Vietnamese spot in town, and with classic dishes spanning the length of Vietnam, it’s an ideal spot to visit with family or friends. So, fill up all seven seats in the new Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury and bring everyone along to try some incredible food. You might find your new favorite dish here.
Banh Somtum
Lao cuisine is definitely a rarity, and most US citizens will never get a chance to try it. Lao food is typically spicy, but at Banh Somtum, you can ask the chefs to lower the heat a bit. This incredible spot is located at 13420 TX-249, and popular dishes include the famous Lao larb (a spicy meat salad with mint and lime), papaya salad (done either Lao- or Thai-style), Lao sausages, and, of course, the ubiquitous bowl of sticky rice.
Banana Leaf
If you’ve never tried it before, Malaysian food is going to blow you away. Its incredible mix of Indian and Chinese spices and cooking styles has given rise to an amazing cuisine that boasts curries, stir-fries, and noodle dishes. Situated at 9889 Bellaire Boulevard #311, Banana Leaf is the ideal spot to try this exotic cuisine, as the menu contains all the classics from this incredible Southeast Asian nation.
Once you’ve tried the food at these incredible spots, you’ll realize how much variety there truly is when it comes to Asian cuisine. From spicy Lao salads at Banh Somtum to aromatic Malaysian rendang at Banana Leaf, you’re guaranteed a taste sensation at all of these places. Drop by and visit us at Bayway Cadillac Southwest to let us know what you thought of these incredible spots while we give your car a professional going-over.
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