Wok restaurant offers an authentic and casual atmosphere with a warm and inviting interior that feels cozy and relaxed. The space includes round tables with lazy Susans, supporting group dining in a clean, open setting. The vibe suits those seeking a solid, unhurried meal with a focus on traditional flavors.
Xiao long baos stand out with crispy chicken and pork options. These bao buns offer regular basics that appeal to all ages.
Crispy skin and tender meat make the Peking duck stand out. The full duck comes with soup and offers a fun, different dining experience with perfectly balanced flavors.
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Expect a wait of 30-45 minutes during busy dinner hours.
Prices average around $30 per person, with large portion sizes.
Parking is limited; consider arriving early to secure a spot.
Cozy ambiance with soft lighting and spaced seating sets a classy tone. Xiao long bao offers authentic crab meat flavor, while Peking duck impresses with quality and pairs well with scallion pancakes. Background jazz and Cantonese songs enhance the relaxed vibe.
Xiao long bao stands out with its faithful crab meat and classic flavors. Pork and chicken bao buns come super tasty and hot, while char siu bao impresses with its excellent taste.
Peking duck comes with high quality and a reasonable price. It pairs well with scallion pancakes and stands out as a favorite dish.
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Happy hour offers $4 beers and $5 wines from 4-7pm on weekdays.
Lunch specials provide good value, with vegetarian options available.
The restaurant is kid-friendly and suitable for family dining.
Small space filled with traditional Chinese vibes and multiple TVs creates a homey atmosphere with smooth jazz and 2000s classics playing. The place feels welcoming and comfortable, offering a late-night vibe that invites lingering.
Crispy bottom bao stands out with its melting flavors and satisfying texture. It pairs well with spicy chili and works as a filling meal option.
Beijing duck stands out with its flavorful and crispy skin, served in a 3-course style or single serving. It matches the quality found in China and offers a unique taste not common on many menus.
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Happy hour runs from 11 AM to 5 PM every day, offering 50% off all alcohol.
During happy hour, beers are available for $2.
Spicy Girl has a parking garage available for customers.
Spacious interior with elegant Chinese porcelain-inspired decor creates a sophisticated and relaxing atmosphere. Open kitchen showcases chefs crafting dishes like soup dumplings, adding a sense of ceremony. Guests enjoy authentic, elevated Chinatown cuisine with bold flavors and well-made cocktails.
Sheng jian bao stands out as the most legit in the city. The signature bao platter features black truffle and chicken xiao long bao, with the truffle one being very truffle forward and the chicken one having a clearer broth.
Crispy skin and tender meat define the Peking duck here, served with warm, soft crepes for wrapping. Every bite balances fat and meat perfectly, making it a standout dish with traditional accompaniments.
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It is worth booking ahead to avoid long wait times, especially on weekends.
You can walk in for dim sum and Peking duck without a reservation.
Order salted chicken in advance, as it takes over 30 minutes to prepare.
Spacious dining area features traditional Chinese decor and bright, pleasant lighting with views into the kitchen. Atmosphere feels warm and inviting, often described as cozy and family-like. Unique elements include tableside Peking duck carving and electronic menus for easy ordering.
Steamed yolk custard bao offers a lava-like texture that stands out. BBQ bao buns are soft, homemade, and rank above those in Chinatown, New York. Char Siu Bao also features as a notable option.
Crispy skin and tender meat define the authentic Peking duck here. Staff slice the duck table side with perfect proportions of skin, fat, and meat, then use the rest for a flavorful soup, making it a zero waste meal.
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The restaurant is BYOB, so customers should bring their own drinks.
Reservations are needed in advance for Peking duck.
The price of Peking duck is higher than at similar restaurants.
Contemporary Chinese restaurant with modern chic design and an oriental vibe offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with spacious seating and visible kitchen action. Upbeat music complements the cozy setting, attracting both groups and intimate diners.
Wagyu beef bao stands out with its chewy, crispy bottom and finely ground, flavorful filling. The bao buns are delicate and pair well with dishes like Peking duck, making them a hearty and delicious choice.
Peking duck features super crispy skin and tender, juicy meat with a fragrant aroma. It is prepared authentically and presented creatively, making it a standout dish here.
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Happy Hour offers great deals on drinks and appetizers.
Lunch specials provide a good value with generous portions.
The restaurant accepts credit cards and mobile payments.
Chinese restaurant with authentic Cantonese cuisine and elegant East Asian decor creates a warm, romantic atmosphere with relaxing music. The space feels inviting and clean, suitable for groups and intimate dining alike.
Bao buns come soft and fluffy, especially with Peking duck that has crispy skin and juicy meat. BBQ pork buns and custard bao add variety with rich fillings and delicate textures.
Perfectly moist meat and the crispiest skin define the Peking Duck here. It pairs well with braised pork belly and soup dumplings that have a strong pork flavor.
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Parking in the Bellaire area is often packed and hard to find.
During peak hours, parking may require using a garage.
The restaurant offers authentic Chinese cuisine.
Hand-pulled noodles take center stage with a chef performing a lively noodle show at the counter. The atmosphere stays quiet and relaxing, creating an inviting vibe for diners. Unique Chinese dishes like Peking duck and clay pot rice offer authentic flavors with generous portions.
The Peking Duck comes with 10 fluffy bao buns and a healthy portion of duck and cucumber. Xiao Long Bao features juicy meat fillings with medium thin skin, while Liu Sha Bao is a bit doughy.
Crispy skin and juicy meat define the Peking Duck here, served with bao buns and cucumber slices. The portion is generous and pairs well with other dishes like Walnut Shrimp.
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Expect a wait time of 30 minutes during weekend dinner hours.
The restaurant charges $2.50 per person for tea service.
The menu features unique dishes not commonly found in other restaurants.
Small space with open kitchen and limited seating creates a cozy, casual vibe. Atmosphere feels homey and suits solo diners or quick takeout. Freshly made dumplings draw a steady flow despite cramped dining options.
Soft, homemade bao buns come with fillings like tofu, wood ear mushroom, and Peking duck. The bao taste delicious and offer a variety of options to choose from.
A full set of authentic Peking duck is available, prepared by an owner who was a chef at a famous Beijing restaurant. Options include Peking Duck and bao, and reservations are recommended.
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Takeout is the best option due to limited seating in the small restaurant.
Reservations are recommended for the duck dumplings, ideally one day in advance.
Expect a 20-minute wait for freshly steamed dumplings after ordering.
Upscale Asian restaurant offers an elegant atmosphere with stylish decor and thoughtful details like well-spaced tables and flattering lighting. The space feels calm and refined, supporting quiet conversation despite occasional loud moments. Creative food presentation and stunning cocktails add to the sophisticated vibe.
Short rib Bao features crispy apple for a sweet and fresh twist. Peking duck and black pepper beef Bao also stand out with rich flavors.
Juicy, tender meat with crispy skin defines the Peking duck here. It comes with unique buns and offers an authentic taste at a reasonable price.
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Reservations are currently available but may fill up quickly.
The average meal cost is around $30-40 per person.
No rice is included with entrees, which is unusual for Asian cuisine.
Industrial-style interior with a steampunk design and an open kitchen creates a modern, cozy vibe. Atmosphere feels warm and inviting, blending casual friendliness with stylish decor. Regulars enjoy bone-free Cantonese barbecue duck in a neighborhood setting.
Bao buns come incredibly soft with scallions and hoisin, pairing well with roast duck. A bao trio dessert offers a fun mix of unique flavors to finish the meal.
Peking duck here comes with bao buns to wrap the slices. It offers a solid duck experience even though the place isn't focused on this dish.
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Reservations are necessary on weekends to secure a table.
The duck dish costs $30, which may be considered high for the portion size.
Parking is generally easy to find off Cortland Avenue.
Small hole-in-the-wall food stand offers Peking duck sandwiches with soft buns and succulent duck meat. No indoor seating, but a covered tent area with benches provides shelter and shade. Environment is noisy, with quick service and reasonable prices.
Bao buns come out fresh and soft, with a chewy, fluffy texture. Peking duck baos feature lots of cucumber and onions with just the right amount of hoisin sauce, making them a tasty and inexpensive option.
Tender, succulent duck meat roasted to perfection stars in the Peking duck sandwiches and baos. Prices stay very reasonable, with buns available for around $2.50 and a dine-in deal offering free buns or soup dumplings on orders over $10.
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Currently, there is a dine-in promotion for orders over $10.
The shop is a take-out window only with no seating available.
You need to bring cash as the stall only accepts cash payments.
Sleek interiors blend Art Deco style with Shanghai and New York influences, creating a stylish, futuristic vibe. Live jazz and a chilled bar atmosphere add to the sophisticated energy. Signature cocktails and a flaming Peking duck presentation highlight the experience.
Bao buns come in many varieties like mushroom bao and wagyu beef mille-feuille. Desserts include a bao and soy milk combo with caramel and soy ice cream.
Peking Duck here stands out for its crispy skin and tender meat, rivaling or surpassing versions found in China. It consistently impresses as a must-have dish with rich flavor and perfect preparation.
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Reservations are a must, with a cancellation fee for late cancellations.
The Emperor Dinner Menu is available for a set price of $65.
Happy hour offers BOGO martinis, but the second one is charged initially.
Spacious dining area with Asian decor featuring lanterns and a lion head on the wall creates a modern Chinatown vibe. The atmosphere is loud and lively due to popularity, making conversation challenging. Lazy Susan tables facilitate sharing dishes, enhancing the communal dining experience.
Braised pork falls apart between the soft buns. Bao bread is spectacular, fluffy, and delicious.
Crispy skin and tender meat define the Peking Duck here. It comes with all the traditional accompaniments and tastes even better than in Beijing itself.
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Prepare for a long wait during dinner time.
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.
Cash payments warrant a 9% discount.
Small interior with loud, lively atmosphere and authentic vibe creates a bustling dining experience. Space includes undercover outdoor seating and a karaoke room for groups. Decor blends clean, high-end touches with a cozy, somewhat cramped layout.
Bao buns come with Peking duck skin, scallions, and a tasty sauce. Xiao Long Bao and duck bao with meat carved at the table offer variety and rich flavors.
Juicy Peking duck gets carved and served at the table with bao buns, scallions, and a nice sauce. The skin comes on bao for a crunchy, flavorful bite.
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Happy Hour is from 3 PM to 5 PM with 50% off food.
Reservations are recommended for groups to ensure seating.
The restaurant charges a 3.5% convenience fee for credit card payments.
Bustling open kitchen showcases fresh noodle and dumpling making, creating an engaging dining experience. Decor blends classic and modern styles with a cozy yet modern atmosphere that stays smooth even when packed. Space includes a party room for private gatherings and offers a separate vegan menu.
Crispy bao stands out with its slight crunch and moist, flavorful meat inside. The soup bao offers a unique taste hard to find elsewhere, while the Xiao long bao delivers great flavor and is highly praised.
Peking duck comes lean and crispy with a generous portion that looks great on the plate. The duck and accompanying soup both deliver solid flavor, matching or exceeding versions found in Hong Kong.
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They have a separate vegan menu available upon request.
Expect a wait during peak lunch hours, especially on weekends.
Prices are reasonable with a good variety of dishes.
Small space with mini tables and a window showing noodle making creates an intimate setting. Atmosphere stays chill and quiet with slow classical music, giving a laidback vibe. Food focuses on authentic Northern Chinese noodles and soup dumplings, offering a genuine taste experience.
Bao buns come fresh and soft with standout options like Peking duck bao and cha siu bao. Xiao long bao are very soupy, making them a highlight alongside pork soup dumplings.
The Peking duck features soft skin rather than crispy, with well-done meat. It comes with pancakes, shredded onions, and cucumbers, and the leftover duck is used to make a good soup. The whole meal costs about $49.95 and serves a large portion.
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You can order with the waiter or scan a QR code to order online.
A mandatory minimum 20% tip is included in the bill.
The restaurant is known for its authentic Chinese cuisine.
Spacious dining area features modern silver decor with chandeliers and yellow lighting creating a lively, festive atmosphere. Dim sum arrives on traditional pushcarts amid soft jazz music and occasional live events like lion dances. Noise levels rise during celebrations, reflecting a busy, energetic vibe.
Baked pork bao stands out with its crispy exterior and rich filling. Steamed char siu bao offers a soft, fluffy texture with savory pork inside.
Crispy skin and tender meat stand out in the Peking Duck here. Some find it excellent with fresh duck and noodles, while others consider it just average or worse.
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Dim sum is served all day, but cart service ends at 2 PM.
Live music happens on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
Expect a 20% service fee for parties of 8 or more.
Spacious Chinese restaurant with live seafood tanks and dim sum carts creates an immersive dining environment. Atmosphere feels stunning and comfortable, blending beautiful decor with welcoming energy. Offers private event spaces upstairs, enhancing versatility beyond typical dining.
Bao buns come thick and soft, replacing the usual thin pancakes with tender, juicy duck meat and crispy skin. The bao buns also pair well with bbq pork and have a full-flavored Xiao Long Bao option.
Crispy and flavorful, the Peking duck comes carved to perfection. It stands out even compared to other dishes like lamb chops.
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Parking costs $1 to $2 per hour.
The restaurant has a parking lot, which is rare for the area.
Happy hour is available, but details are not yet finalized.
Sichuan restaurant offers dry hot pots served with fire underneath to keep food sizzling. Warm and inviting atmosphere features clean tables and fresh decor. Menu includes unique takes on familiar dishes with a wide variety of options.
Fried baos come with a crispy texture that stands out. Beef baos offer a hearty filling. Pan fried bao adds a nice golden crust to the mix.
Half a Peking duck comes in a Father's Day special for two, served with duck soup. The duck has perfectly balanced flavors and rates high in taste, making it a culinary masterpiece.
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The food safety rating is B, which may concern some diners.
Lunch specials include steamed or fried rice, an egg roll, and soup.
Expect smaller portion sizes compared to typical Chinese restaurants.
Chinese restaurant offers a cozy, clean interior with comfortable seating and a serene, relaxing atmosphere enhanced by easy listening music. The space feels inviting and family-friendly, making it suitable for quiet dinners. Authentic Sichuan cuisine stands out as a defining feature.
Bao buns come with juicy broth inside, especially the Xiao Long Bao with pork and crab. Options include red bean, chocolate, and cheese baos, all made fresh to order and full of flavor.
Peking Duck requires pre-ordering a couple days ahead. It usually arrives delicious and well-prepared, though there is a risk of it being burned and less enjoyable.
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Lunch specials are available from Mondays to Fridays.
Happy hour features half-priced xiao long bao.
Some menu items may be unavailable during ordering.
Dim sum restaurant combines modern, trendy atmosphere with ancient Asian designs and a large, open dining area featuring a bar. The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, with thoughtful touches like teapots kept warm on flames and interactive menus. Unique dim sum offerings and elegant presentation set it apart from typical spots.
Vegetarian bao stands out with its soft, pull-apart texture and rich flavor. The black lava bao features a custardy yolk filling beneath a super soft exterior, making it a notable dessert option.
Crispy and tender describes the Peking duck here, with perfect seasoning that stands out. The roasted duck set offers an incredibly delicious experience that even those who usually avoid duck enjoy.
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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends to secure a table.
A steep service charge applies for credit card payments, so be prepared.
Complimentary chocolate fondue is offered during birthday weekends.
Restaurant offers authentic Shanghai cuisine with a bright, elegant interior that feels like a museum of local dishes. Atmosphere is colorful and lively, resembling a fun party with a welcoming vibe. Seating is ample but can feel tight and modest, focusing more on food than flashy decor.
Bao buns come with a half Peking Duck, hoisin, duck sauce, and celery, sliced with skin. The duck bao buns and pork xiao long bao dumplings stand out for their flavor and authenticity.
Juicy duck meat and sweet sauce fill the Peking duck buns served through a street-facing window. A half Peking duck comes with soup dumplings, making for a satisfying meal.
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The restaurant only accepts cash, Venmo, and Zelle for payments.
Spend $10 or more to receive a free bun or dumpling.
Dine-in customers may receive free soup dumplings as a promotion.
Elegant dining room features dim lighting, an open kitchen, and a large drinks bar. A live DJ plays house music at a lively volume, creating a trendy and energetic atmosphere. Outdoor seating offers a water view, adding charm to the sophisticated setting.
Bao buns feature flavorful pork, tender roasted duck, and rich short rib options on soft, savory buns. Happy hour includes dim sum and bao selections, with standout items like truffle mushroom rice and crispy duck bao.
Skin comes out perfectly crispy and meat stays tender in the full Peking Duck. Foie gras and caviar add a rich twist, making it a standout dish close to the authentic Beijing style.
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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with half-price appetizers.
On Fridays, a bottle of Whispering Angel is available for $25.
Ladies' night offers complimentary drinks for women.
Dim sum restaurant with banquet-style seating and a retro Chinatown vibe offers a spacious interior suited for large groups. Atmosphere ranges from family-style dining with lively energy to quieter, more rushed moments. Dim sum carts and traditional decor add to the authentic experience.
Xiao Long Bao offers excellent flavor and good value at $12. Soup dumplings and dumplings also stand out as solid choices.
Crispy skin and tender meat define the Peking Duck here. It comes with traditional fixings and is wrapped in a lotus leaf pancake with scallions and cucumber for a fragrant, refreshing bite.
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Visiting on weekends offers a busy yet tasty dim sum experience with trolley carts to choose from.
During the Mid Autumn Festival 2024 on September 17, the restaurant encourages celebrating and enjoying their dishes.
Parking can fill up quickly during lunch hours.
Dim sum restaurant with robot food delivery and modern, low lighting creates a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. Walls feature artistic prints and seating is comfortable but tables can be close together. The vibe balances quaint decor with innovative service technology.
Bao buns come juicy and crispy with a savory, saucy bite. The Peking duck bao buns stand out as bites of saucy, savory clouds, while the sheng jian bao offers an authentic spring onion flavor.
Peking duck comes with buns instead of crepes and pairs well with duck soup and cucumber. The duck lacks the usual duck sauce but remains very good and flavorful.
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Happy hour offers discounts on drinks and appetizers from 4-6pm daily.
The restaurant has a phone-based ordering system for convenience.
Credit cards and mobile payments are accepted; cash is also welcome.
Dining space combines modern design with an open kitchen that highlights cleanliness. Atmosphere balances inviting decor and controlled lighting and music, though noise rises with many children present. Cocktails like the lychee martini stand out alongside highly praised dim sum offerings.
Soft, sweet buns hold the pan fried beef bao that tastes flavorful and tender. Dipping the beef bao in the akaushi sauce adds a good pairing.
Crispy skin and tender meat define the expertly prepared Peking Duck. It costs $42 and comes with three small baos.
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Reservations are recommended at least one week in advance for dinner.
Parking garages are free after 5PM near the restaurant.
Each additional bao and small bowl of rice costs $2.
Dim sum arrives via traditional propane carts in a spacious, family-friendly setting filled with lively, noisy energy. Large tables accommodate groups, making it a popular spot for social gatherings. The atmosphere feels like a bustling market with constant conversation and vibrant activity.
Fresh char siu bao stands out with a tender, flavorful filling. The bao pairs well with dishes like Beijing duck and sticky rice, making it a common choice for takeout.
Roasted whole Peking Duck comes double served with lettuce wraps and buns. The dish includes crispy skin and minced duck, often paired with bao or lettuce for wrapping.
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Dim sum ends at 3pm, so arrive early to enjoy it.
Lion and dragon dancers perform around 12pm during the Lunar New Year.
Parking can be challenging, especially on holidays.