Pineapple fried rice

In contrast to several places, Houston has a number of Malaysian restaurants, with Phat Eatery being among the best. Chef and restaurant owner Alex Au-Yeung was recognized as a James Beard Award semifinalist in 2022. The restaurant is credited with raising awareness of the area's Katy Asian Town, a plaza home to numerous Asian stores and eateries (via The Buzz Magazines). Malaysian cuisine is fusion in a place where fusion is becoming increasingly prevalent. It combines inspirations from China, Portugal, Singapore, and Thailand, according to Au-Yeung.

There are many standout items on the Phat Eatery menu. The pineapple fried rice is one of the standouts because it strikes the perfect mix between being distinctive and appealing. The roti canai, which combines Indian flatbread and Malaysian tastes, is another menu staple. The Ikan Bakar, a whole fish fried in banana leaves with sambal sauce, is an excellent option for seafood lovers (via Texas Lifestyle & Travel Magazine).