What to order at Phat Eatery

Must order
Beef rendang, roti canai with curry chicken dip, char kway teow.
Signature dishes
Beef rendang, Roti canai
Editor tip
Katy is 30 miles west of downtown Houston; combine the trip with H Mart and Asian Town. Lunch is quieter.
CuisineMalaysian
Price$$
NeighborhoodSpring Branch
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Address: 23119 Colonial Pkwy, Katy, TX 77449, Houston

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