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    The Red Hot Chili Burrow

    4.2 (79 reviews)
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    C3. Szechuan Spicy Chicken
    Rachel O.

    Layering on things we continue to try. We got it Togo this time and everything still turned out delicious. If you are looking for a good tounge numbing Sichuan I still say look no further.

    Steamed pork belly (?) with a generous amount of meat underneath.
    Ronald D.

    I've been back several times since my original visit and have been enjoying the menu fully! My recent discovery was their pork dish that looked like pork belly, but had a good chunk of meat beneath the skin. The owner explained that the dish had been steamed with a light light brown sauce on the top completed with bok choy. The entire dish was a fork tender, very decadent and lovely. A real contender when you don't have time to visit Bellaire Chinatown or Katy Chinatown.

    A3. Pork Dumpling, A15. Chicken Xiaolong Bao, P4. Classsical Dongpo Pork, N2. Authentic Szechuan Beef Noodle or Rice Noodle
    Melanie S.

    AMAZING food, lovely well-decorated restaurant, friendly staff, and affordable pricing! We'll absolutely be back! We tried the Pork Dumplings, the Chicken Bao, the Dungpou Pork, and the Authentic Szechwan Beef Noodle Soup. It was all delicious.

    Matt G.

    Since I cannot get to Cooking Girl in downtown Houston, this is an outstanding offering for up north. Especially for Sichuan. Their beef and tripe is outstanding! My only gripe is, it's not spicy enough for me. Ha ha ha. What can I say? I like spicy! The Sichuan flavors are amazing though. I have not had a chance to attend the establishment, I usually just have the food DoorDash. Good food earned this establishment a rock solid four stars since I have not had a chance to interact with their staff yet.

    I'm not sure where to begin, but I'll start with the owner. I wish I could leave 10 stars She was as sweet and welcoming as she could be, she gleefully greeted me and thanked me for supporting her small business. We struck up a conversation as we always do when I come in for some yummy food, and waiting on my order. She explained to me some of the many hardships of running a restaurant and how horrible some people can really be for no reasons. Red hot chili burrow hasn't been here very long to have all these crazy encounters I hope we can lift her up and show her the support In these hard times, she deserves it for the job she does so passionately. Anyways I will get on with the food, You can tell the owner takes pride in her business, the food is always hot, fresh and delicious and served with a smile and so much gratitude. We choose take out for dinner on 7/26/2025 and we had the sweet garlic chili oil shredded pork, chicken and broccoli both with steamed rice, hot and sour soup, 2 orders of the chili oil wontons they are the absolute best in the country!!! They are seriously to die for they are that good, we also had the crab cheese puffs they are also some of the best I've had ever. The portions are very generous and they load it up with sauce and I love that because I'm a huge sauce guy I enjoy it drizzled over top of my rice. We have tired many dishes so far and haven't been let down yet. If your ever in the Bear Creek/Copper Field 77084 area choose Red hot chili burrow for lunch or dinner you'll be glad you did weather you are dining in or taking it to go show some love to the people who appreciate it and take the time to get to know their customers. The photos don't do the food justice but I promise it was all delicious and a crowd pleaser.

    Fried rice
    Maria V.

    I've been going to The Red Hot Chili Burrow almost weekly. The service is always friendly, our food is always hot & fresh. Everything I've tried is delicious. The restaurant is pretty small but still clean and quiet.

    Tamer Z.

    Amazing and authentic. The owner is so nice and informative on Chinese cuisine! Very inviting location, perfect for lunch with great portions

    L: mushrooms, r: spicy fish & tofu
    Peter W.

    We have been mourning the loss of @MALA on Fry Road, which folded due to pandemic, but this Sichuan place popped onto our radar. We tried it yesterday, it's a worth successor, and we will be back often. My favorite was Spicy Dan Dan noodles, we ate these so quickly before we have the chance to take a picture. They were loaded with tons of Sichuan peppercorns (mala spice) which make your tongue and lips literally vibrate (fun fact - historical US import ban - From 1968 to 2005, the United States Food and Drug Administration banned the importation of Sichuan peppercorns). Good thing the ban is over because I can't get enough. The fish and tofu was excellent, and also loaded with mala spice. The serving was huge... we took a lot home. If you like Duck N Bao on US 290, you'll like this one too, possible better as it seems more authentic. Yup, when PORK INTESTINES are on the menu, it's authentic! Jennifer says her Uncle, the chef, refuses to Americanize his dishes, he wants to cook them like home in Chengdu. I heartily agree. Keep it up!

    V3. Stir Fried Green Bean
    Bryan V.

    I was surprised to find an authentic Szechuan restaurant on this side of town, and I'm happy to say it's quite good! The owner is super friendly and fun to talk to. Everything I've tried here is delicious and has that classic numbing spicy effect that Szechuan food is known for. My personal favorites would have to be the spicy eggplant, Mapo tofu, and fried squid. They have large portions that should be eaten family style. Good prices for the amount of food you get... and they have a lunch menu that you should take advantage of! This is my new go-to spot if I want Chinese food close to home!

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    Food is great, I highly recommend the spicy wontons they are delicious! The owner Janice is very sweet and her service was amazing!

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    Food was excellent. Service was fast . Did take out. Fresh and still very hot once we got home.

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    1 year ago

    everything way too salty and too much oil. I will change my review higher if I see quality changes on my next visit.

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    Food was amazing! Went there with friends and we all got different meals. Went all loved it

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    Pretty new, but already has excellent reviews from several Yelp and Google guides. Good for eating in or quick carryout.

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    Great food, great service,the owner, Janis was very nice. Would highly recommend this place for your Chinese food needs!

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