01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Browned to an inviting crisp, the plump dumplings at Houen leave an impression with their thick, satisfying skins. Set in the Ojima area of Koto Ward, this neighbourhood Chinese eatery serves filling fare in a comfortable, old-school atmosphere. It works just as well for an easy drink with crispy spring rolls or dim sum over a draft beer as it does for a full meal.
The food menu is broad. Diners can choose noodle combinations pairing knife-cut noodles or tantanmen with half-portions of fried rice, alongside familiar set meals like liver and garlic chives or stir-fried tomato and egg. Other hearty plates include sauce-topped ankake fried rice, braised beef brisket over rice, and stir-fries made with thick glass noodles, providing plenty to explore depending on the day's cravings.
Evenings suit casual groups sharing small plates over highballs, sours, fruit liqueurs, or Shaoxing wine, while lunchtime accommodates a quick solo meal. The restaurant is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 to 23:00, and is closed on Mondays. Takeout is also offered.
