Star Chef - Houston

Conveniently located in the Houston Tunnels system in the McKinney food court (which also contains Top Taste, Mayuri Express, Taka Sushi and Ramen, and Time for Thai). Star Chef offers a choice of pork, chicken and veggie dumplings that are either pan-fried, steam-fried, or deep fried with sides of different kinds of soups and rice plates also available.At lunch time on weekdays, this is a popular spot for downtown Houston workers, and many people often populate the line, though it usually moves quite quickly with wait-time not being too ridiculous. The service is good with the staff being quite friendly, and you can get a decent-sized meal of 10-12 dumplings for between $10-11.The dumplings are decent if not great, and while there are better dumplings options in the Tunnels (such as Doozo's at the Park Shops), Star Chef is still a creditable lunch option. If I want dumplings and don't feel like making the walk to the Park Shops, Star Chef is where I go. Vegetarian options: Veggie dumplings available

AMAZING!!!! I was in Houston on vacation and discovered this spot while wandering the tunnels one day searching for lunch. The staff were warm and friendly and the food was incredible. Everything was made from scratch and tasted phenomenal. I ordered a dozen of the pork dumplings which were huge and a very good value at only $10. The fried rice was delicious as well and the egg rolls were hot, fresh, and crisp!I liked it so much I went back the next day and ordered more of everything! If you're a dumpling fan then you need to try this place. Can't wait to visit again on my next trip to the city!!!

My fiancé and I are from Orlando and ventured into the tunnels and were super happy to find this. The dumplings were freshly made and delicious! Very nice people. I recommend them for sure!

The food was really good, and the lady working there was really nice! I will be coming again.

Chinese food here great. The food was amazing. The service was very friendly and attentive. It has a good feel to it.