Yao Restaurant & Bar
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Restaurant · Houston

Fire, spice & everything nice.

Recipes worth crossing Houston for.

Seasonal cooking, an honest wine list and a room that glows a little warmer every evening. Come hungry — leave planning your next visit.

Yao Restaurant & Bar in Houston
Yao Restaurant & Bar · Houston
Yao Restaurant & Bar — the kitchen
From the kitchen
4.8average rating
50+dishes on menu
10+years serving

Our story

Cooked like family is coming

Our kitchen runs on family recipes and a serious flame. Spices ground fresh, breads baked to order, and portions that assume you're bringing an appetite.

“Cook like someone's grandmother is watching.”

  • ✓Family recipes, spices ground fresh daily
  • ✓Halal & vegetarian options clearly marked
  • ✓Generous portions at honest prices
  • ✓Dine-in, takeaway & fast delivery
Yao Restaurant & Bar — our story

From the pass.

— gallery

Guest book.

— reviews
The BBQ platter is unreal — smoky, juicy, and enough for the whole family. Our weekend spot now.
Danish K.  ·  ★★★★★
Ordered takeaway for twelve people and everything arrived hot and perfect. Impressive.
Sofia R.  ·  ★★★★★
Best desi food outside home. The karahi tastes like it came off a real flame.
Ahmed F.  ·  ★★★★★

Visit us.

— hours & location

Opening hours

Monday – Thursday12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Friday – Saturday12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Sunday1:00 PM – 10:00 PM

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Houston, USA

Yao Restaurant & Bar — reserve ahead for weekends.

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Reserve your table or order takeaway — a feast is waiting at Yao Restaurant & Bar.