Living in Asiatown / Chinatown: Food, Lifestyle & Home Selling Guide
Houston's Asiatown (often referred to as Chinatown) is a massive, dynamic area in Southwest Houston. It is a cultural and culinary powerhouse, drawing food lovers from all over the state. The lifestyle is fast-paced and vibrant, centered around massive shopping plazas like Bellaire Boulevard. The residential areas are quiet and near parks and everyday services, offering affordable suburban living just minutes away from world-class dining.
Area highlights
Eat & drink
Where to eat in Asiatown / Chinatown
Best Dim Sum
- Ocean Palace
- Fung's Kitchen
Best Casual Restaurant
- Crawfish & Noodles
- Mein
Best Dessert / Tea
- Nu Ice & Drinks
- Sharetea
Best Vietnamese
- Pho Binh
- Thien An
Get out & explore
Things to do in Asiatown / Chinatown
- Eat your way through the Bellaire Boulevard strip malls
- Shop at the massive Hong Kong City Mall
- Sing karaoke at local late-night spots
- Visit the Teo Chew Temple
- Explore the diverse international supermarkets
The local market
Real estate & selling in Asiatown / Chinatown
Asiatown features a mix of established 1970s and 1980s single-family homes and newer townhome developments. The area is highly popular with residents and investors due to its affordability and incredible location. Homes that are updated sell very quickly on the traditional market. For tired landlords or residents inheriting older properties that haven't been updated in decades, an as-is cash sale is a fast, hassle-free solution.
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