“ Really great clay pot rice at an affordable price! The restaurant is clean and not too large. The waiters are super attentive and kind, I ordered the caramelized pork belly clay pot and it came with Chinese sausage and two bok choy. After adding a bit of soy sauce, it tasted great. With plenty of meat and rice, this dish was extremely filling for only $10.75. ”

“ Been coming here for years. It's always spot on, whether you are dining in or getting your food to-go. Interestingly enough, the tea drinks here are better than most tea places outside. I love how their green teas are fragrant. I typically order the beef brisket noodle soup (spicy) which is always very tasty. All their claypot rices are delicious. My kiddos love this place and we usually find seating, but barely as it gets pretty busy on the weekends. The decor is simple and clean, and the prices are pretty competitive now given how all the other new places popping up are just extra pricey. Parking is ample and the food is always spot on. We'll definitely be back soon! ”

“ Awesome concept! The C7 (shrimp noodle roll dish) at Rice to Meet You had great flavor and was satisfying overall. While I enjoyed it, I'd probably try something different next time just to explore the menu further. The restaurant does get pretty busy during lunchtime on weekends, and seating inside is limited, so be prepared for a bit of a wait. Despite that, the food quality makes it worth a visit, and I'll definitely be back! ”

“ What can I say - I LOVE this concept of comfort food! They specialize in Clay Pot Rice and rice noodle, albeit I have not tried other dishes besides the different variations of clay pot rice yet. I would highly recommend getting the combo options, where you get 1 portion of clay pot rice and a soup or boba drink! The white pepper tripe soup is really hearty! Also, the rice is made to order, so you may have to wait 15-20' for your meal. If waiting makes you bored, consider getting the popcorn chicken as an appetizer, it's crunchy and seasoned well! Service is quick and nice for Chinatown, though expect a little wait if the shop is busy. Tl;dr: Clay pot rice is da bomb, do the combo with soup, and get the popcorn chicken! ”

“ What a great spot! We were coming through Houston and decided to stop for a bite and I am very happy to find this awesome place! We had the Noodle Rolls with Spare Ribs and they were great. Well seasoned and a lot of flavor. We also had the Spicy Beef and Spare Rib Rice Pot which was next level. The rice that gets crispy at the bottom of the pot is amazing and a do not miss. We wrapped up with the Brown Sugar rice cakes which should not be missed. Overall it was a great experience. The restaurant was clean and the staff was friendly. They are definitely popular so plan accordingly. We were there on a Saturday at 3PM and the restaurant was full. Worth the wait if you have one! ”

“ FOOD: Rice casseroles are mandatory orders. Many types to choose from with your choice of protein and amounts. It's made the way it's supposed to be made: with crispy rice at the bottom. Porridge was a good one as well. AMBIANCE & SERVICE: Typical Asian restaurant vibes filled with "Less talking and more doing mentality." Efficient and proficient. Only thing I did not enjoy was the ice cold water in a chilly night. PARKING: Plenty of parking. Location within an outdoor plaza, so park anywhere. ”

“ On this day of giving thanks, I am incredibly grateful that Houstonians have a place like Rice To Meet You as a Cantonese comfort food option. Nestled in the heart of CHinatown, the name isn't just a fun and silly pun in English (#1) but the Chinese name (煲来饱去) is also funny play on words (#2) in its own right. The most important of all is that the prices are affordable, the service is on point, and the food is excellent. Any occasion is worth dining here, whether it's in a group or a solo meal encounter. The tables are really ideal for 4 person groups at best and during their lunch and weekend hours, there may be a wait. The food comes somewhat fast and furious. As a result, people are also in and out and the waits are not as bad as they may seem. The beef brisket noodle roll (牛腩啫粉) is far and away my favorite dish here. There is a smokiness (wok hei?) to the noodle and the beef brisket is fall apart tender with the awesome spongy texture of the noodle. It's indulgent and an easy winner for anyone looking for a recommended dish. Truth be told, their clay pot rices don't remind me much of the traditional preparation from the motherland (#4) but I do enjoy the crispy edges that is sort of bibimbap-adjacent but the tableside claypot rice soy sauce really brings it home. They often warn that the clay pot cooking will take at least 15 minutes, but I'll tell them to add a couple of extra minutes for crispy rice alone. It feels like the menu has grown bigger or I've simply not paid enough attention to non-claypot or rice rolls dishes. For instance, the brown sugar rice cakes (红糖糍粑) might be listed as an appetizer, but I think it makes for a nicer dessert. The popcorn chicken (盐酥鸡) seems a bit out of place and basic, but it's very tasty. The hashbrown (土豆饼), which is literally a fried potato cake. It's more of a latke than it is a proper hashbrown, but it's good. They're also one of the only places that serve coconut chicken soup (椰子炖鸡汤), which is not an easy find despite how abundant Chinatown seems. It's not exactly their forté but their noodle soups are also quite underrated. Even their dedicated section to "needle" (thin) noodles (银针) is definitely worthy of a look anytime. Essentially, I'm willing to take a chance at anything on their menu and that's definitely not something that can be said for most establishments in general. Parking is plentiful and cash is king here. The staff is made up of a lot of Canto-speakers, but most of them are Toisan folks. Watching them switch from Cantonese to Toisanese is a trip. They're pretty much on point all the time and are friendly and welcoming almost always. Rice To Meet You is in the running for my go-to establishments where I can always expect a good meal. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. ___________ (#1) "Rice" sounds like "Nice." That's me being helpful, but next time no more Mr. Rice guy. Got it? (#2) "煲来饱去" almost sounds like "跑來跑去" which is running around (aimlessly, scampering). Instead of saying "pao" (run), it is now "bao" (slow cook), a clear nod to its specialty items that include claypot rice. They've subbed in another "bao" (饱) for being full, so the pun sort of takes on a "with slow cooking comes fullness" kind of meaning. It's honestly brilliant. (#3) Side note: There is a shock value of seeing how little the portions are, seeing as they fit into the smallest takeout containers. despite looking and tasting much heavier than it looks. (#4) Clay is not metal but that's kind of nitpicking. ”

“ Spectacular! Everything I've had from here has been amazingly tasty. The rice roll dishes in particular are to die for if you're into that soft rice cake consistency. I've been here about 5 times and it's great and consistent every time. The place isn't huge so it fills up quick and you may have to wait 10-15 minutes here and there, even if you show early for a meal. The popcorn chicken is a great representation of classic, delicious Taiwanese chicken nuggets. Everything they make in a clay pot is quite special and the pot keeps your food hot for a long time. And I don't know what they put in their fried rice, but I can't seem to recreate that flavor any which way. So good. I definitely recommend you give this place a try. Start with popcorn chicken and order the fried rice and a clay pot dish with your meat of choice. You won't regret it. The ambiance isn't anything special but it's clean and decently roomy despite a small number of tables. Service is generally quick. ”

“ First off, kudos to whoever came up with the clever name--both in English and Chinese--it definitely gave me a chuckle! Tucked away in the H-Mart plaza in Bellaire Chinatown, this mom& pop specializes in Cantonese claypot rice and noodles. Plenty of parking are available in the plaza parking lot. We visited on a busy weekend for dinner, and I was pleasantly surprised by how clean and well-maintained the interior was. The staff turned over tables pretty quickly, so we didn't have to wait despite the place being packed. For appetizers, we shared the popcorn chicken, which was crispy and juicy, though I found it could use a touch more seasoning. For our mains, we tried the eel+roasted pork claypot rice, along with the beef brisket claypot noodle roll. The rice was delicious, with a great texture from the crispy bottom, but the beef brisket noodle roll stole the show. The beef was tender, and each noodle roll was perfectly coated in the flavorful sauce, with the right balance of the soft, silky and chewy texture. Considering the generous portions and quality ingredients, the prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend this spot! ”