Bringing back Chinatown with a modern twist on Chinese classics. The best takeout in Houston! #getriceboxed. At the Rice Box, you’ll find modern Chinese takeout that pays homage to the original chefs of Chinatown, who demonstrated that it was possible to create exceptionally tasty food with flair and artistry that makes it accessible to everyone. Since our humble roots as a Chinese takeout food truck, we’ve committed to bring our vision of Chinatown to you and will continue to do so, as we expand further. So whether you’re inspired by the underground feel to our restaurant or you just want the best Chinese takeout you’ve ever eaten, we look forward to serving you an experience like no other. Come for the food and the atmosphere, and you’…
Chinese meat & rice dishes, plus egg rolls, dumplings & tea drinks, served in modern environs. Based on 125 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.0 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
5 Greenway Plaza E, Suite C-640, Houston, TX 77046
Hours
| Wednesday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1:30 PM |
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Reviews
Grandpa HC
Having eaten at Chinatown a lot lately, I was in the mood for some bad Chinese. Not like bad tasting. But something like Panda Express Americanized level Chinese food. Enter The Rice Box. I had seen their menu many times passing by. And I saw they offer many Americanized dishes. I might have even ordered from here once a long time ago. I can’t remember. But it wasn’t memorable if I had. Sticking with my mission, I decided to order the General Tso chicken. I debated between Lo Mein and Fried Rice as the side. I decided the greasier the better, so I went with noodles. First off I have to say the egg roll was hot and fresh. Kudos for that. Nothing better than a crispy egg roll. Next the chicken. It was ok. Not much flavor though unfortunately. It was kinda like having COVID all over again. There were a lot of tiny crunchy bits too. I think most people wouldn’t like that fact. But I actually like those bits. It’s just like Long John Silvers which throws all those crumbs in at the bottom of your takeaway bag – I love those. And there were a lot of them too. As for the Lo Mein, I couldn’t really eat much of it. I mean, I think it tasted ok for what it was I guess. But I didn’t care for it. Maybe the fried rice would’ve been better. I know my kid would love something like that though, so I decided to take it home. I always like to try the fortune cookie to see if they’re stale. It wasn’t! Portions are solid. servers were prompt. Huge long line. But if moved fast. Very retro in feel. One of the 3 screens had on Empire – so extra star for that. Very cool. Location a bit hard to get to being in the basement of a workplace. I think they cater to the office folks.
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Crystal Guzman
Honestly it was not that great. The flavor is unique and not in a good way…lol. the chicken-dry. The broccoli- flavorless. The noodles- over seasoned. Seems they couldn’t find an in between. The quantity is very good but due to the quality I wouldn’t say $14 of my money was worth it. Noodles in the carry out- also not a good idea, very messy.
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Dame Wilkerson
Coming from NC, this wasn’t what I was expecting. The atmosphere is definitely a great vibe and the service is top tier! I wasn’t a fan of the food but hey I’ll give them another try.
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Jury Bec
Tried the Curry Chicken, General TSO Chicken, and the Orange Chicken with fried rice and white rice with Chicken Egg Rolls, it’s definitely a FIVE ⭐️ for the quality and quantity. Worth the price and wait.
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Daniel Sanchez
Quality and quantity. Huge portions for large aperitifs or split into two meals! The eggs rolls were eggs-cellent.
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George Ankar
Used to love Rice Box when I was in the Heights area a lot, but the location on Shepherd definitely disappointed. I ordered two sweet and sour chicken on rice. Instead of putting the sauce on the side, they totally drown the meat in sauce. If that’s not what you’re used to, you should ask for sauce on the side. I don’t remember them doing this in the Heights location, but maybe. I was definitely going there since the first week they opened off Rutland. Also, I do remember both locations, or all locations, giving you giant boulders of chicken or beef on any dish you order. Even giant chunks of broccoli. So big that everything should be served with a knife and fork. I don’t understand why they do that, and makes me wonder what gives. What’s with the MASSIVE chunks of food. It’s weird and very hard to eat, especially with chopsticks. Seriously don’t get it.
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Peyman Jo
Have only been here once, but off that one visit have nothing to complain about. Did a quick pick up order of Beef Teriyaki and Orange Chicken and the portion sizes were generous, we were satisfied with both.
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Ms Stacie
Some of the BEST Chinese fast food around! Never been disappointed with anything that I’ve ordered from the s have shrimp fried rice, orange chicken, beef noodles, and the green beans with shrimp! The sweet chili sauce is to die for too! ❤️
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Sarah
Very mediocre, overpriced Asian food. No matter what I order, it all tastes the same. The sauces are extremely bland and the chicken is always greasy. I asked for extra spicy-ness to my General Tso chicken and it was flavorless. I’m giving 2 stars because the people who work here are very kind.
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Christopher Jones
Really cool concept with a fun play on the to-go box that opens into a plate. The flavors were really good. I like that they maintained the approachability of Americanized Chinese but done at a high quality.
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