Ky Ans Kitchen: Ramen, Pho and Other MSG-Free Asian Fusion Fare

True Asian cuisine is healthy and made from whole foods, but the Americanized version of Asian cuisine sometimes strays from tradition. This usually means the addition of unhealthy ingredients, especially MSG. You don't have to worry about that at Ky Ans Kitchen in Sugar Land, though. Several of its Yelp reviewers specifically call attention to the fact that Ky Ans' chefs never use MSG, and yet they still manage to craft flavorful Asian fusion food.

Ky Ans specializes in classic Asian comfort food, which includes various creative renditions of Ramen noodles and pho. Order the curry ramen with roast pork and you'll receive a piping hot bowl of meat and veggies with an egg on top. The veggie pho, on the other hand, teems with a colorful medley of cucumbers, tomatoes, broccoli, and other earth-grown ingredients in a slightly lighter broth. If you prefer teriyaki, dumplings, or a the "ramenghetti" with tomato sauce, Ky Ans Kitchen crafts those, too.

Ky Ans Kitchen
11134 Highway 6
Sugar Land, TX 77498
(832) 243-1598
www.facebook.com/pages/Ky-Ans-Kitchen/539799062815944
www.yelp.com/biz/ky-ans-kitchen-sugar-land-2

Keeper’s Sushi: Stellar Japanese Cuisine

With sleek white booths and lots of shining polished wood, Keeper’s Sushi is a great Sugar Land spot for a stellar Japanese fare. The enormous sushi menu includes just about every configuration of fresh fish, rice, veggie and sauce combo you could possibly imagine. A tasty assortment of cocktails features a refreshing Kiss of Rose Martini with pear vodka, rose syrup and pomegranate juice, plus a nice selection of saki, wine and beer. Entrees offer up taste pleasers like Beef, Salmon and Chicken Teriyaki, Shrimp Tempura, Salmon Fried Rice, Yakiniku Don with grilled Angus beef in sweet garlic sauce, and Yaki Soba with soba noodles, chicken, cabbage and shitake mushrooms. Stop in for great Happy Hour specials on sushi and drinks. Open every day for lunch and dinner.

Keeper's Sushi
4654 Highway 6 S
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 242-0389

www.keepersushi.com
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Kebabs and Burgers Together at Last at Red Oak Grill

Melding the best flavors of the Mediterranean with dishes that are distinctly American, Red Oak Grill in Sugar Land makes for a unique dining experience. From burgers and sandwiches to pitas and kebabs, this family-owned and -operated restaurant's delicious food is a beautiful expression of both cultures.

Served in a glowing, open café that's filled with natural light, the restaurant is equally accommodating to a lingering afternoon lunch or a quick bite to eat. For a brilliant twist on the American standards, bring the whole family to Red Oak Grill. Visit the website for specific hours.

Red Oak Grill
203 Century Square Boulevard
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 491-2890
www.redoak-grill.com
www.yelp.com/biz/red-oak-grill-sugar-land

Lasagna House: The Classic

At Lasagna House in Sugar Land, the name speaks for itself. Get ready to indulge in the best lasagna, ravioli, eggplant parmigiana and many other beloved traditional Italian specialties that will have your mouth smiling and asking for more. Lasagna House has been the neighborhood Italian spot in Houston area for over 30 years. Serving your family the finest pastas, sauces and spices of the mother country is their passion. Lasagna House is a great spot for your next large gathering or group meal, with a spacious dining area that allows for easy conversation. Accommodating and friendly, Lasagna House offers gluten-free and whole wheat pasta options for Italian lovers with dietary restrictions.

Lasagna House
16089 City Walk
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 277-3400

www.lasagnahouse.com
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Try the Sushi Pizza and the Tempura at Mori Ichi

Mori Ichi boldly titles itself as “The Best Japanese Restaurant in Sugar Land,” and with good reason. With a lunch special that offers up to 10 pieces of sushi for under $10 and entrees that include salmon and steak, Mori Ichi’s menu is second to none. Careful preparation and presentation make this restaurant a favorite spot for patrons who appreciate classic Asian flavors and unique combinations.

Mori Ichi presents its colorful cuisine in a bright and fun atmosphere, complemented by a wine and beer bar where appetizers such as Sushi Pizza and Tempura can be enjoyed. Visit Mori Ichi online for specific hours, or find the popular restaurant on Facebook.

Mori Ichi
4502 Highway 6
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 325-0628
www.moriichisushi.com
www.yelp.com/biz/mori-ichi-sugar-land

Indian Cuisine Will Brighten Your Day at Sugar Land’s Udipi

For an exciting change in taste, look no further than Udipi Cafe in Sugar Land for rich and satisfying Southern Indian cuisine. Serving delicious vegetarian food in a spacious and welcoming atmosphere, this popular spot is considered one of the area’s premier Indian restaurants. The extensive curry menu and combination platters will win big with folks who desire an authentic, aromatic Indian meal.

Open every day except Monday, Udipi is a great spot for a lunch date, an intimate dinner, or an event that will leave everyone feeling good. Check out the website for specific hours, and be prepared to make Udipi your new favorite place.

Udipi Cafe
3551 Highway 6
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 914-2716
www.udipicafeusa.com
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Fat Bao: Home to Steamed Dumplings and Avocado Fries

Bulgogi might sound foreign to you, but in the Korean language, it's a fairly common term. It refers to a Korean style of grilled ribeye beef. You can try some at Fat Bao in Sugar Land, where chefs stuff the beef inside steamed Chinese dumplings known as bao.

The bulgogi bao also comes with kimchi, another Korean-born food, and green onions. For something more familiar, order the Crab Daddy dumpling; it's a customer favorite that comes packed with soft shell crab, Asian slaw, and spicy mayo. Pork belly, fried chicken, roasted duck, salmon, and tofu are among your other options for bao fillings. On the side, get a frosty beer (customers note that Fat Bao boats a good selection) or one of the other signature dishes, such as FAT fries. They're sprinkled with onions, cilantro, and either bulgogi or pork belly, and then served with "kimcheenaise" dip. The avocado chips pose a slightly healthier option, since they're simply slices of avocado breaded in panko.

Fat Bao
3355 S. Highway 6
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(218) 313-0697
www.fatbaohouston.com
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Try the Lobster Pasta at Sweetwater Seafood

Only the freshest catches make the cut in the kitchen at Sweetwater Seafood. The Sugar Land eatery has a reputation for dishing out seafood that's just been netted—its blog even occasionally post photos of fresh seafood as it enteres the kitchen.

For a smorgasbord of the fresh fish, order the boiled seafood platter. It boasts a feast of crawfish, shrimp, blue crab, cluster snow crab, and king crab leg, plus sausage, corn, and potatoes. The steamed seafood platter promises a similar medley of fresh fare, including Gulf shrimp, snow crab, and lobster tail. You can't go wrong with either of the combos, but regulars highly recommend the lobster pasta. It features an entire lobster served over pasta with crawfish tails, shrimp, and crab meat, all doused with a blend of Creole white sauce and Sweetwater Sauce.

Sweetwater Seafood
16525 Lexington Boulevard
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(832) 999-4339
www.sweetwaterseafoodsugarlandtx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/sweetwater-seafood-sugar-land

Taste the Difference Akaushi Beef Makes at Guru Burgers & Crepes

There are not many places you’ll find Akaushi beef other than Japan, but Guru Burgers & Crepes is one of those exclusive places. According to the restaurant, the only place outside of Japan you’ll find the Akaushi breed is Texas. The “superior quality” beef is one of the lowest cholesterol meats sold in the U.S., and Guru Burgers & Crepes uses it in their all-natural burgers, which come with a branded bun. Along with their three- to twelve-ounce burgers, the restaurant serves sweet and savory crepes that come stuffed with unexpected ingredients like fresh salmon, roasted banana puree, sun-dried tomato, or mango coconut sauce.

The restaurant makes everything from scratch and uses local and organic ingredients whenever possible. You can enjoy your local, organic meal with a glass of wine or seasonal draft. You can even take your beer home, because all of Guru’s beer is available to go!

Guru Burgers & Crepes
2268 Texas Drive
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 313-0026
www.gurukitchen.com/gurukitchen/home.html
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The Flying Saucer: Beer, Burgers and Bratwurst in Sugar Land

The Flying Saucer isn’t just a clever name; it’s also a reference to this draught emporium’s unique decor. Novelty plates line just about all of the walls inside, and star-shaped light fixtures create a look that’s similar to the night sky. That’s not the only thing that stands out about this Sugar Land bar, however: The Flying Saucer also offers a wall of taps with a selection of draught beers that would impress just about any beer enthusiast.

Regulars love the Flying Saucer’s shareable small plates, while the menu’s classic sandwiches, burgers, and bratwursts make hearty accompaniments to that cold draught beer. From pale ales to lagers and even a few ciders thrown into the mix, you could sample a different beer every time you visit. Not that you needed any more encouragement to drink delicious beers, but once you sample 200, The Flying Saucer awards you with your own golden plate on the wall! If that’s not enough incentive to come back, we don’t know what is.

The Flying Saucer
15929 City Walk
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 242-7468
www.beerknurd.com/stores/sugarland
www.yelp.com/biz/flying-saucer-draught-emporium-sugar-land-2

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