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Finally found a good Asian place in Midtown! The roasted duck was authentic (skin separated from meat) and tasty. Veggies soaked in garlic. Their "duck drippings" sauce is an umami bomb. The only thing about this place is that it's pretty much only available for lunch. The first time I tried coming here at 5:30pm (right before close) and they pretty much didn't have anything left.
It's the second time I've ordered CBBQ for a party and both times I had great friendly customer service. I don't mind driving 30 minutes for good roast pork. I no longer go to Chinatown, which is an additional 15 minute drive. I always order 3lbs of roast pork, a whole roast duck, and 2lbs bbq pork. I hadn't seen a CBBQ place offering spicy tendon and spicy tripe. I had to try it so I only got a pound of each. They were both so good! The spiciness and texture of the tendon and tripe were a perfect balance. It was so good that I'll order more than a pound next time. So far both times I ordered the roast pork wasn't mostly fat. The flavor was good and the skin perfectly crispy and not greasy. The duck wasn't anything out of the norm. It could be more flavorful, but still decent. The same goes for the bbq pork. Siu Lap City is my new CBBQ go to. I refuse to go back to Sinh Sinh where you'd get rude service and only accepts cash!
My friend and I ordered both the roasted pork belly and roasted duck dishes. The roasted pork belly was better in flavor, but both meats lacked in quality. I would skip out here and just make the drive to Bellaire/Chinatown!
Do your research and trust the more recent reviews that have been posted up since change in ownership over the last year. This place just ain't it. I was hopeful so I still gave it a shot since it would've been nice to find a spot within the inner loop that serves up good Chinese BBQ, but I was left extremely disappointed and my partner ended up sick to her stomach. Roast duck 2/5 I've had a lot of roast duck growing up as it's a staple dish within my family, I wasn't impressed at all. Superficial flavor without any penetration, no crisp skin, and served lukewarm. The duck meat was moist though so that's the only reason I didn't rate it 1/5. I've had so much better in Houston and would not come back. Service and ambiance 1/5 Sooo many strikes. 1) The lady working up front was straight up rude and racist to black patrons which left a sour taste in my mouth. Even the way she interacted with me... a fellow Asian... I just felt unwelcome as if I were a bother. 2) The tables were extremely sticky. 3) They were serving hot tea in flimsy disposable plastic cups which is a no no as it may result in plastic leaching. Some other people asked for foam or paper cups which they didn't have to offer. 4) They were doing routine sweeping around us as we were eating. I'm okay with that type of behavior if it's a few tables away or near closing time to give us a clue to hurry up and rush out, but otherwise please refrain, I don't need dirt and dust flying up into my already sad food.
Solid for Chinese bbq for midtown. Doesn't beat the iconic spots on Bellaire but the lunch special is definitely worth its value. A hefty large to go container filled with a simple fried rice with stir fried cabbage or bok choy topped with your choice of two meats. All of the options are so flavorful you can't go wrong even if you don't choose the Barbecue. I've tried a decent amount of the meat and in order my ranking would probs be: Spicy Ribs, Singapore Chicken, Char Siu, Roast Pork then Salt and Pepper Shrimp followed by everything else. Note: I have gotten cold roasted pork/char siu which was a little disappointing but I've had the same meal hot and it was so much better.
Came by for lunch with a friend recently. It looks like the ladies and the previous owners are gone and new owners are in; usually this isn't a great sign. The previous ladies have been holding down the fort since I first visited Siu Lap. The menu hasn't seemed to change much except that the menu prices all got whited out and increased 20%. The meat on display look similar; I think the flavors and meat quality may have gone down slightly; the higher prices definitely hurt the value proposition of their lunch plate.
in plaza center lot. available seating during lunch hour. felt a little warm inside but our group was getting food to go. food tastes good.
After a change in ownership through the last year, it's been a slippery slope (#1) of mishaps and disappointing experiences to the point where this update needed to be written. Growing pains come with the territory when there's a changing of the guard, but the only consistency has been the mediocrity of the foods. Price adjustments and service snafus aside, I think the main issue has been the execution. Something is off with the seasoning or perhaps something to do with the preparation of the meats. The roast pig is less succulent and more dry, despite the crispy skin. There is also something to be said about the bbq pork, which has seemingly become an average if not bland version of what was once succulent and nicely charred. The same goes for the roast duck, which is still oily, but considerably less memorable. Another strike is the fact there is no one that takes orders in Canto (#2) anymore. This wouldn't be an issue if the main offerings weren't siu mei, a Cantonese specialty. Mandarin is not an issue on this end, but there is a considerable lapse for the community that it represents. It's not different than showing up to a Mexican restaurant only to find out that no one speaks Spanish. This is not the update I would want to post, but this is the new reality for what was once the most legit option for Cantonese BBQ in Houston. Siu Lap City was one of the remnants of the previously thriving Chinese enclave in Midtown, which is now looking more bleak than ever. ___________ (#1) downward. (#2) Or moreover, Vietnamese.
Came here towards the end of business hours which might've been a mistake... everything on my plate was lukewarm. The flavors of the meat were good but it did taste a bit stale. The pork belly is much better than the duck in my opinion. The ginger scallion sauce is a must try though if you're coming here. I wish they'd keep the quality of their food consistent throughout the day though!
This place never disappoints especially when you're looking for a quick cheap bite. I'm hungry now just thinking of it. Might be a lil greasy but what do you expect. The food is always flavorful!
TLDR - probably the only Chinese bbq place inside the loop. Still your best bet unless you wanna go to Chinatown. Food still good, but not the same as in the past. Been coming to Siu lap city for a few years now. We're getting older so we try not to overindulge in Chinese bbq especially the char Siu and roast pork, but when we want it this is where we go when we don't want to drive all the way to Chinatown. The place is situated in a strip with predominantly Asian businesses. There's plenty of parking on the parking lot and parking garage. It's a simple set up inside. You see the bbq meats hanging with a few side options. They have the prices listed on the wall and you order on the counter. Service in the past has been fine, although recently I noticed it's different people at the counter. We ordered the roast pork, bok choy and some salt pepper shrimp just to add some variety.. The pork was good, although some dry pieces here and there - definitely didn't have this issue before. The bok choy was ok. The salt pepper shrimp was flavorful but a little too greasy for me - still edible though as we finished it all! We didn't try the char shui, duck or any orher meat but I'm afraid that the rumor of the change of ownership might be true just based on our most recent visit. Overall I am a little sad about the noticeable change in quality, although it probably won't stop me from coming back for convenience.Still nice to have a Chinese bbq place in midtown, just wish the old owners would take it over again.
1 month ago
Finally found a good Asian place in Midtown! The roasted duck was authentic (skin separated from meat) and tasty. Veggies soaked in garlic. Their "duck drippings" sauce is an umami bomb. The only thing about this place is that it's pretty much only available for lunch. The first time I tried coming here at 5:30pm (right before close) and they pretty much didn't have anything left. read more
24 days ago
It's the second time I've ordered CBBQ for a party and both times I had great friendly customer service. I don't mind driving 30 minutes for good roast pork. I no longer go to Chinatown, which is an additional 15 minute drive. I always order 3lbs of roast pork, a whole roast duck, and 2lbs bbq pork. I hadn't seen a CBBQ place offering spicy tendon and spicy tripe. I had to try it so I only got a pound of each. They were both so good! The spiciness and texture of the tendon and tripe were a perfect balance. It was so good that I'll order more than a pound next time. So far both times I ordered the roast pork wasn't mostly fat. The flavor was good and the skin perfectly crispy and not greasy. The duck wasn't anything out of the norm. It could be more flavorful, but still decent. The same goes for the bbq pork. Siu Lap City is my new CBBQ go to. I refuse to go back to Sinh Sinh where you'd get rude service and only accepts cash! read more
1 year ago
My friend and I ordered both the roasted pork belly and roasted duck dishes. The roasted pork belly was better in flavor, but both meats lacked in quality. I would skip out here and just make the drive to Bellaire/Chinatown! read more
Do your research and trust the more recent reviews that have been posted up since change in ownership over the last year. This place just ain't it. I was hopeful so I still gave it a shot since it would've been nice to find a spot within the inner loop that serves up good Chinese BBQ, but I was left extremely disappointed and my partner ended up sick to her stomach. Roast duck 2/5 I've had a lot of roast duck growing up as it's a staple dish within my family, I wasn't impressed at all. Superficial flavor without any penetration, no crisp skin, and served lukewarm. The duck meat was moist though so that's the only reason I didn't rate it 1/5. I've had so much better in Houston and would not come back. Service and ambiance 1/5 Sooo many strikes. 1) The lady working up front was straight up rude and racist to black patrons which left a sour taste in my mouth. Even the way she interacted with me... a fellow Asian... I just felt unwelcome as if I were a bother. 2) The tables were extremely sticky. 3) They were serving hot tea in flimsy disposable plastic cups which is a no no as it may result in plastic leaching. Some other people asked for foam or paper cups which they didn't have to offer. 4) They were doing routine sweeping around us as we were eating. I'm okay with that type of behavior if it's a few tables away or near closing time to give us a clue to hurry up and rush out, but otherwise please refrain, I don't need dirt and dust flying up into my already sad food. read more
Solid for Chinese bbq for midtown. Doesn't beat the iconic spots on Bellaire but the lunch special is definitely worth its value. A hefty large to go container filled with a simple fried rice with stir fried cabbage or bok choy topped with your choice of two meats. All of the options are so flavorful you can't go wrong even if you don't choose the Barbecue. I've tried a decent amount of the meat and in order my ranking would probs be: Spicy Ribs, Singapore Chicken, Char Siu, Roast Pork then Salt and Pepper Shrimp followed by everything else. Note: I have gotten cold roasted pork/char siu which was a little disappointing but I've had the same meal hot and it was so much better. read more
Came by for lunch with a friend recently. It looks like the ladies and the previous owners are gone and new owners are in; usually this isn't a great sign. The previous ladies have been holding down the fort since I first visited Siu Lap. The menu hasn't seemed to change much except that the menu prices all got whited out and increased 20%. The meat on display look similar; I think the flavors and meat quality may have gone down slightly; the higher prices definitely hurt the value proposition of their lunch plate. read more
1 year ago
After a change in ownership through the last year, it's been a slippery slope (#1) of mishaps and disappointing experiences to the point where this update needed to be written. Growing pains come with the territory when there's a changing of the guard, but the only consistency has been the mediocrity of the foods. Price adjustments and service snafus aside, I think the main issue has been the execution. Something is off with the seasoning or perhaps something to do with the preparation of the meats. The roast pig is less succulent and more dry, despite the crispy skin. There is also something to be said about the bbq pork, which has seemingly become an average if not bland version of what was once succulent and nicely charred. The same goes for the roast duck, which is still oily, but considerably less memorable. Another strike is the fact there is no one that takes orders in Canto (#2) anymore. This wouldn't be an issue if the main offerings weren't siu mei, a Cantonese specialty. Mandarin is not an issue on this end, but there is a considerable lapse for the community that it represents. It's not different than showing up to a Mexican restaurant only to find out that no one speaks Spanish. This is not the update I would want to post, but this is the new reality for what was once the most legit option for Cantonese BBQ in Houston. Siu Lap City was one of the remnants of the previously thriving Chinese enclave in Midtown, which is now looking more bleak than ever. ___________ (#1) downward. (#2) Or moreover, Vietnamese. read more
Came here towards the end of business hours which might've been a mistake... everything on my plate was lukewarm. The flavors of the meat were good but it did taste a bit stale. The pork belly is much better than the duck in my opinion. The ginger scallion sauce is a must try though if you're coming here. I wish they'd keep the quality of their food consistent throughout the day though! read more
TLDR - probably the only Chinese bbq place inside the loop. Still your best bet unless you wanna go to Chinatown. Food still good, but not the same as in the past. Been coming to Siu lap city for a few years now. We're getting older so we try not to overindulge in Chinese bbq especially the char Siu and roast pork, but when we want it this is where we go when we don't want to drive all the way to Chinatown. The place is situated in a strip with predominantly Asian businesses. There's plenty of parking on the parking lot and parking garage. It's a simple set up inside. You see the bbq meats hanging with a few side options. They have the prices listed on the wall and you order on the counter. Service in the past has been fine, although recently I noticed it's different people at the counter. We ordered the roast pork, bok choy and some salt pepper shrimp just to add some variety.. The pork was good, although some dry pieces here and there - definitely didn't have this issue before. The bok choy was ok. The salt pepper shrimp was flavorful but a little too greasy for me - still edible though as we finished it all! We didn't try the char shui, duck or any orher meat but I'm afraid that the rumor of the change of ownership might be true just based on our most recent visit. Overall I am a little sad about the noticeable change in quality, although it probably won't stop me from coming back for convenience.Still nice to have a Chinese bbq place in midtown, just wish the old owners would take it over again. read more
6 months ago
6 months ago
Lunch specials with tons of food for under $12? Count me in! (And that's the large). The duck, pork belly, bbq pork, are all so delicious. I think this spot deserves a lot more spotlight and love for being the delicious community staple that it is. Tucked away in a corner you may just pass it up without noticing it's there. But once you try it, you'll want to come back as soon as you can! The parking is easy and the prices are incredibly reasonable. Nothing stopping you from coming unless you hate delicious Chinese bbq, and I highly doubt that's you. read more
8 months ago
9 months ago
I was in the big city earlier today to take advantage of something complementary downtown when it occurred to me that Siu Lap City in Midtown had been calling out to me for a very long time. With Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month almost ending, I embarked on an impromptu mini food crawl that started at a fairly new Filipino restaurant and concluded here. It was more than three months ago that I tried to eat at SLC, but was met with locked doors because the owners and staff were off for Lunar New Year. So, during my first real visit, I worked on a small lunch special consisting of char siu pork, kimchi, and rice. Humans make mistakes, and mine was getting chili oil paste on the pork when the kimchi was already there. Simply put, the meal set my mouth on fire. *Facepalm then laughs* Still, I liked it nonetheless with the generous helping of hot, freshly cooked rice and the succulent entrée of which the flavor was enhanced by its spicy sidekicks. Should I come back here, I need to tell the pretty woman at the register to just lace my order with duck sauce just to be safe. SLC reminds me of the Chinese BBQ joints that were ubiquitous in Houston's former Chinatown i.e. present-day EaDo back in the day. My parents used to do their grocery shopping there, and we sometimes had lunch at one of them. And you know an ethnic eatery serves authentic fare when there are more people of that particular ethnicity in the place. You can place SLC in that category. read more
Family run Chinese barbecue spot that is so consistently good. It's a walk up order that mainly serves the lunch rush/ To-go type orders. They offer a mix a fairly familiar proteins and some off the beaten path ones too, and you should be opening to try. The roasted pork belly remains elite. Don't come here without trying the crispy skin and juicy pork. read more
1 year ago
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2 years ago
We got the rice + veggies + 2 meats! The rice is really flavorful. I liked the crispy pork belly. The char siu is delicious! I have had more flavorful duck meat elsewhere, and I felt like many pieces were mainly bone. The vegetables were yummy! The portion sizes are generous. Service was fast and friendly. Lots of seating areas inside! read more
4 years ago
Siu Lap is an underrated gem for Cantonese BBQ! They have all the classic Cantonese BBQ options - roast pork, bbq pork, roast duck, soy sauce chicken, and cold braised chicken as well as braised beef tendon and braised tripe. We tried two of the large rice plates that came with 2 meat options each, rice (steamed or fried), and a vegetable side. The BBQ pork and roast pork were my favorites, but the roast duck was solid too. The BBQ pork was really flavorful, not as caramelized on the outside as I'm used to but pretty good and slightly sweet. The roast pork had a great crispy skin and juicy interior. We tried the bok choy for the vegetable side; it was nice for a lighter bite between all the meat. The taste, portion, and price were all amazing, and I will definitely recommend this restaurant to others! The inside of the restaurant has a few tables for dining in. The atmosphere is very casual. The restaurant is located in a small plaza with easy to find parking. read more
We were in the area and decided to try out this Chinese roasted meat spot. The exterior and interior were very nondescript. So, we just ordered and picked up their whole roasted duck, which had a great flavor and overall texture. But, their duck meat wasn't as moist and juicy compared to Sinh Sinh in Chinatown. On the other hand, this spot's roast duck was slightly less expensive and they accepted credit/debit cards if your order was over $20 (Sinh Sinh only accepts cash). Overall, if you live in the Midtown area and it's too far of a drive to Chinatown, than Siu Lap City is a great spot to get your roasted duck fix. read more
2 years ago
Good and authentic, good price, good portion! We like it! The rice plate (lunch) special goes on the whole day. We ordered ours at 4pm. They also offer whole roasted pigs for different sizes. read more
SLC is located next door to Pho Saigon in Milam. I usually come in after eating pho and order a plate to take home and by then there isn't much selection of protein options. However yesterday I came in around 10:30 am to better my chances and was lucky everything was fully stocked. I got the large lunch plate special with crispy pork belly and bbq roasted pork on fried rice with a side of bok choy and chili oil. I also ordered a small broccoli veg stir fry and small order of their chili wings. I had an awesome lunch which really hit the spot after coming home from Miami. The service is good, the ladies are helpful and confirm with you what you're ordering/wanting and let you know if they don't have more of any particular item. It seems like a family run spot as they are pretty quick and efficient. On this particular day they half chicken leg quarters, chicken curry, mapo tofu, braised tendon, beef tripe, fried beef ribs, and sweet and sour pork to choose from as well if you don't care for the hanging items. Dont sleep on them, you get a great portion of comfort food that can easily feed the whole family without breaking the bank! read more
1 year ago
Located in midtown, this authentic little Chinese BBQ place has a private lot and street parking available. Only been here during lunch hours, all the meats are already cooked, they chop them up after ordering at the counter. For $12, you can get the lunch special with 2 choices of meat, 1 veggie and either fried rice or steamed rice. My personal favorite are the roasted pork belly, roasted duck and BBQ pork. read more
Amazing authentic Chinese BBQ in midtown Houston! The roasted pork belly and duck are both juicy and perfectly marinated. The rice is amazing! I can't figure out how they make their rice but the texture and flavor complement the roasted pork and duck so well. The prices are affordable as well. The large plate of 2 meats and rice is about $11 and it fed me and my 9 year old son. The service is quick and easy. read more
3 years ago
This place absolutely slaps. Unfortunately they ran out of bbq park by the time we called, so we got soy sauce chicken, roasted duck, and roasted pork belly. We decided to just order the meats to take to go and cook our own rice and veggies. My favorite was definitely the pork belly. The outside was crispy and the inside was both fatty and meaty. The sauce that the meats came with was also really good. I wish that I was able to try the roasted pork, but that means I'll just have to come back again :) read more
3 years ago
This is one of my go-to places for lunch when I have go into the office for work once a month. In my opinion, Siu Lap City is one of the best Chinese bbq jointS in Houston. The interior is pretty small with maybe 10 tables. Service is just straight to the point. They take and fill your orders. Nothing more. Nothing less. I always stick with my usual, which is the roasted pork belly, char siu, and bok choy over fried rice. The portions are large so I always end up taking half to-go. Everything is perfectly cooked and hits the spot every time. I highly recommend this place. Their prices are fair, portions are big, and quality is good. There is no reason to not give it a try. read more
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2808 Milam St
Ste F
Houston, TX 77006
Midtown, Fourth Ward
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At what time and days are the lunch specials?
The lunch specials are available all day on Tuesday - Sunday. They are closed on Monday.
How's the wait and parking?
Parking sucks. I came at 5 pm Friday and parking lot was packed. Luckily I got the to go only parking spot. Otherwise try the shady smelly parking garage
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