K-Tang — Restaurant in Houston

Update (3 weeks in): During my first visit three weeks ago, I gave 5 stars—everything was excellent: the food, the service, and the atmosphere. Naturally, I was excited to return. Unfortunately, today’s visit was disappointing.

• Kimchi Stew – The seasoning was spot-on, and despite that, the pork inside was tough and had a strong porky smell. Thankfully, the flavorful broth carried the dish and made it enjoyable overall. • Pork Bossam – This was a real letdown. The meat was tough and intensely gamey. I tried pairing it with the spicy radish marinade, kimchi, and sauce, but I couldn’t finish it—and ended up feeling nauseated 🤢. When I pointed out the issue, our server—a young, non-Korean lady—said she’d notify the chef. A few minutes passed without any follow-up, so I requested to speak with a manager or someone Korean, since I feel they’d better understand the expectations for a Bossam dish. Eventually, an older Korean woman came over and explained that they can’t control the pork quality—it’s just a matter of luck. That response felt unacceptable. If the pork quality is inconsistent, perhaps the dish shouldn’t be offered. She finally offered to remove the Pork Bossam charge—but that wasn’t what I went in for.

I came here to support this new restaurant and to provide honest feedback—but her reaction felt dismissive, as if they simply idolize their chef rather than prioritize the customer experience. Since my first visit, I’ve noticed many changes to the menu. I may give it one more try in the future, but I will definitely avoid ordering any...

My friend and I came here on a Friday night around 8:00 PM. Even though it was busy, we were seated right away, which was a pleasant surprise.

First off, I was delighted to see they served quail eggs as part of the banchan! And as everyone else has mentioned, the kimchi was delicious.

Here’s what we ordered:

Cuttlefish Cold Noodle (4/5) The noodles were perfectly chewy and bouncy, and I loved how the dish had plenty of veggies and didn’t skimp on the cuttlefish. I’m not sure how I felt about the ice—it’s great for keeping the dish cool, but I’d probably ask for less next time.

Honey Spicy Wings (3/5) These were more sweet and tangy/sour than sweet and spicy. They weren’t crispy either. Not a bad dish, but definitely one you can respectfully skip.

LA Galbi (3.5/5) The marinade was spot-on, but unfortunately, several pieces were overcooked and ended up dry. For $27, I expected better.

The vibe in the restaurant was lively, with K-pop playing in the background and ajummas checking in on you and the food (which I appreciated!). FYI: you pay at the front after your meal :)

And a cute little touch—after I paid, one of the ajummas handed my friend and me a pack of trail mix, which was super sweet!

Overall, I enjoyed my experience and would love to come back to try their salmon cold noodles and explore more of the menu. (My friend said the soy shrimp...

K-Tang is an incredible new addition to the Katy dining scene — a Korean restaurant that delivers on flavor, quality, and hospitality in every way.

Right from the start, we were welcomed with an impressive spread of banchan — the small side dishes that are a hallmark of any great Korean meal. K-Tang’s banchan selection was fresh, diverse, and absolutely delicious. They didn’t hold back on refills, either — a huge plus!

The spicy ox knee cartilage salad was refreshing, flavorful, and featured tender cartilage slices with a tangy dressing that balanced the richness beautifully.

But the surprise star for me was the seafood pancake was one of the best I’ve had — perfectly golden and crispy, packed with seafood, and fried in a light, flavorful batter. The butter sauce served with it added a rich, unexpected twist that elevated the whole dish.

K-Tang delivers an authentic and memorable Korean dining experience. If you’re in the Houston area and looking for bold, comforting Korean flavors and genuinely welcoming service, this place should be at the top of your list. Can’t...