China Doll, located in Houston, TX, has quickly become a beloved gem among local Chinese food enthusiasts. Esteemed for its generous portions and reasonable prices, this restaurant excels in delivering authentic flavors that transport diners straight to their culinary roots. Customers rave about the Almond Shrimp, a tantalizing dish that combines fresh shrimp with crunchy almonds, while the specialty dishes like General Joe’s Chicken and Mongolian Beef receive high praises for their robust flavors and ample servings. Reviewers consistently note the quality of the fried rice, particularly the pork fried rice, which outshines the bland offerings typically found at other establishments. The Crab Rangoons, appreciated for their creamy filling, add a delightful crunch to any meal. Many patrons, including transplants from other cities, find in China Doll a refreshing taste reminiscent of their favorite Chinese takeout places. Service at China Doll is noted as efficient, though one should not expect a dining experience adorned with frills. The focus here is squarely on delivering great food at an affordable price. Nostalgia pervades the atmosphere, especially for those craving comfort food reminiscent of home. With consistent quality and flavors, China Doll promises a satisfying experience that leaves patrons eager to return.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great tea selection
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves small plates
Serves vegan dishes
Serves vegetarian dishes
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Crowd
Good for groups
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking
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Reviews For China Doll
Bella 2
May 4,2025
Let me tell ya’ll!!!! This place is da BOMB!!! First time, trying this restraunt out, and im surprised how TASTEFUL AND BIG PORTIONS this place serves!!! Prices are reasonable!! Food is good!! Egg rolls were on point with the sweet & sour sauce!! Num num!!! Ordered fried rice, General joes chicken, crab rangoon and it was all big serving and tasted DELICIOUS!! Really enjoyed the food, with plenty leftovers!!! Ya’ll stop tripping and come get ya some good chinese food!!!! Will be back for more!!!
Rasheed Hooda (MisterWeirdo)
May 1,2025
A nice & clean restaurant. I had Mongolian beef from the lunch menu. Plenty of food and they were accommodating about my diet restrictions. Excellent service. I'll be sure to visit when I am in the area again. Very reasonably priced too. The photo is halfway through the meal.
Mr.greenspoon
Apr 26,2025
Worth every peny, if you are looking for some good low main and fried rice this is a phenomenal place i recommend getting some teriyaki chicken too.
N4v1n S
Mar 31,2025
I don't post many reviews, but this place is THE quintessential chinese food takeout place in Houston. I've done the work so you don't have to! Let me tell you a story. As a New York transplant, I was having an incredibly tough time finding good takeout Chinese food. For the past 6 YEARS I wasted lots of time and money trying all the Chinese food places inside the 610 loop, getting catfished by nice looking pictures on review sites. If you're not familiar with NY Chinese takeout, you really won't understand what I was looking for (sorry not sorry). Anyways one fateful day I see this place come up in my google maps as I was searching for a new place to try (and most likely be let down). I've found that There's one dish that if a takeout place makes well, the rest of the menu will most likely be good and that's the sesame chicken. This dish has so many aspects that must be done well in order to execute properly. The breading must be crispy and the chicken should NOT be breast meat! The sauce is probably even more important it must be sweet with a little tanginess and some savory as well and it must also be thick almost jelly-like, but not all the way. Next, the fried rice, which inevitably will come with your dish at any half decent takeout takeout place. Let's take a look at the sad state of fried rice in Houston. You'll be lucky to be even have actual FRIED rice offered with your lunch special. Typically what I see is white rice that's been tossed with some salt and pepper and some soy sauce. If you're lucky they'll put some egg in it. YUCK! China doll breaks the mold by giving you actual PORK FRIED RICE with your lunch special or dinner combo! That is their standard rice, that comes with peices of pork and all sorts of vegetables, which is a common thing for chinese food places out east, and it's actually good enough to eat on it's own! Is this place in a rundown part of town? YES. Is the person who takes your order short with you and only cares about your order and not that you have a pleasant interaction? YES. Would you NEVER consider dining in because the dining area is questionable? YES. These are the questions that need to be asked and answered yes in order to create the perfect storm that is an amazing chinese takeout place. My only gripe is that the place is a little out of my way and takes 15 mins to drive to but it's worth it to give myself a small reminder of my days back when I was growing up in NY. I hope this place stays in business for a LONG TIME.
Brion Robinson
Mar 26,2025
One of the best Chinese food joints in the city! They’ve never disappointed and I’ll keep coming back!
Tori Thornberry
Mar 2,2025
Ordered takeout low mein, beef fried rice, crab Rangoons and egg rolls. Ordered the low mein spicy and it was INCREDIBLE! The food portions are very generous and my husband said the egg rolls are the best he’s had in awhile! Over all the food is fantastic and was ready quickly! Cute keychains for sale inside too! Great neighborhood spot!
GGG MMM
Feb 14,2025
Food is delicious and good prices, service is great.
Toi Toi
Feb 13,2025
I have been going here for years and they make my favorite dish perfectly every time! Chicken Egg Fu Young with pineapple and broccoli I love this place it’s so authentic thank you so much!
Reviews For China Doll