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What a wonderful lunch at Chilli Crab! From the moment we arrived, the restaurant appeared upscale, spotless, and welcoming. Our server, Allen, was a perfect gentleman and provided friendly, professional service. We began with the pork dumplings and roast pork. Both appetizers were delicious and came with two excellent homemade sauces. My brother's Prawn with XO Sauce lunch special was superb, while my Chicken with Black Bean Sauce was flavorful and equally enjoyable. The food quality was noticeably high, the portions were satisfying, and the staff made us feel welcome. Chilli Crab is a real Boca Raton find, and I highly recommend giving it a try.
Being that it is hard to find good Chinese food, we took a little drive to Boca to try this place. Very glad we did. First off, service was very good and the staff was very friendly. It is a cute restaurant with a good vibe inside . The food was was very tasty. Had a little bit of a different flavor profile than other Chinese restaurants, which made it actually quite good. To start we had their honey barbecue ribs, and pan fried dumplings . The ribs were super tender and had an outstanding flavor. The dumplings which I've never had before, like this which were served on a crêpe style thin pancake was excellent. For dinner, we had the beef and black bean sauce and their roast pork fried rice . Can honestly say amazing flavors and delicious food Definitely another return spot for not sure usual Chinese food with excellent flavors .
What a hidden little gem this was for me. I was glad I checked it out. From the outside this restaurant made an impression on me. It looked cool. I didn't know what cuisine this restaurant served when I first walked in and didn't care. I wanted to be surprised and I knew I was going to like it. Surprise, it's a Chinese restaurant and a good one. We started with the dumpling platter. They make all the dumplings in house, fresh. The platter was good. I ordered the half crispy duck. It was a house specialty. Omg that was good. It was one of the best ducks that I've had and so crispy. I would order this again. I got a side of pork fried rice. It was not for me. The Garlic Crabs was delicious and you choose your crab. The garlic sauce on top of the crab was unforgettable. It was that good. I loved the food. The restaurant is nice inside. It has a good ambiance going. I liked the decorations. The staff was phenomenal. The customer service was great. I had an enjoyable food experience.
Fantastic dinner. Great to see the chef/owner popping out of the kitchen and speaking with guests. Half Peking Duck was so good... nice, lean and tender duck meat, crispy skin and the rest. I highly recommend the Pea Shoots with Garlic (Pea Tendrils). Black Bean Sauce with Shrimp Chow Fun also great. I have to say, this place has been very impressive of late. They also do special dishes and bring in products you don't often see in Florida. Live King Crab for example. Service from our waitress, Vivian, was excellent, efficient and personable. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
O.M.G. Fabulous! No joke! Go!!! Get Dim Sum, Singapore Chili Crab (with the fresh dungeness crab,) Peking Duck, the freshest cucumber salad and yummy chicken fried rice. Talk about food Heaven!!!! I didn't want to leave - EVER. The owner greets you with the warmest of welcomes!!! You can tell food is his passion. He only serves the best dishes. The decor and atmosphere are simple and elegant with a promise of good things to come. This is one meal you don't want to miss. I promise!!
This place needs to be advertised more. My husband and I are serious foodies and very picky. This underrated, authentic Hong Kong fare is the real deal. We love it so much we are going back again before we head back home to Chicago. Shout out to Vivian for carrying this restaurant with a warm welcome and great explanation of what to try. Im sorry we didnt catch the gentlemen servers name as he was great! Very nice decor!
From the moment you walk up the charming, lantern-lit pathway to Chili Crab, you know you're in for something special. The twinkling lights gently guide you toward an experience that feels like a hidden corner of Hong Kong right here in Boca Raton. Once inside, you're instantly transported--the decor is impeccable, striking the perfect balance between modern elegance and the cozy authenticity of a cha chaan teng or sai chaan teng. It's clear that every detail, from the textures & art on the walls to the warm, inviting lighting, was thoughtfully curated. The bilingual menu--presented in both English and Chinese--is a wonderful touch that adds to the cultural richness of the experience. We started our evening with the Fiji Apple Martini and the Lychee Martini. Both were deliciously balanced and not strong--a great start to the meal. Appetizers included the crispy, golden scallion pancakes, flavorful lobster dumplings, and soup dumplings. The broth alone is 5 stars!! Each dish was expertly prepared and packed with authentic flavor. For our main course, we ordered the iconic Peking Duck (half), served with delicate pancakes. One of the highlights of the evening was watching the duck expertly carved on a cutting board--an artful presentation that added a touch of ceremony to the meal. We also shared a plate of roasted pork fried rice, which was rich and satisfying. (The only thing I'd tweak would be to have the onions chopped a bit finer for better texture.) To top off the meal, we indulged in the candied banana with vanilla ice cream--a perfect combination of warm, crispy sweetness and cool, creamy smoothness. Throughout the meal, the service was attentive and genuine. The owner personally came out from the kitchen to check on us, which added such a warm and welcoming touch. I believe his son may have been tending bar--either way, it's clear that this is a family-run establishment where pride and passion shine through. The presence of a live seafood tank, showcasing fresh crabs and other seafood, is another sign of the restaurant's commitment to quality and freshness. All in all, this was a five-out-of-five-star experience. We'll absolutely be returning--and bringing friends next time. Chili Crab is a true gem in Boca Raton, offering not just a meal, but a memorable culinary journey.
We had a great dinner at Chili Crab in Boca Raton with some close friends. We had the Peking Duck Sliders, which were absolutely delicious, the duck was crispy with just the right balance of hoisin sauce and soft bao buns. We also had the Beef Chow Fun, which the beef was tender, perfectly cooked noodles. The Singapore Rice Noodles were light yet packed with flavor, just the right amount of curry spice. The Sichuan Spicy Lamb Chop was also tender and had great flavor. This definitely a place for family and friends to come check out.
The food is exceptional. Everything we had was amazing. The service was good and the restaurant is very authentically decorated. I will be a permanent customer!
The duck is absolutely amazing here. Would definitely recommend. Skin was crispy and the duck was very good. Came with fried rice which was ok.
1. Had no idea it was a Chinese place 2. Amazed it had authentic Hong Kong/ Chinese food 3. Service by Vivian and Vincent was AMAZING!! Why have I never heard of this place and their amazing food.. 4. If you have driven by thinking it is some "new" crab place, its not. It is authentic Hong Kong/ Chinese cuisine... I am not a Chinese food lover so for this to aspire me to write a review, it has to be amazing,!!! Totally recommend this place.. Love you Vivian!!
It took a very good friend who recently retired to Delray Beach from NY to introduce us to Chili Crab. And am I glad that he raved about how good the food was and made sure that I understood it was not typical Chinese food! And it is anything but typical. First, don't be misled by the name/ Chili Crab. Yes, they do have fresh crabs in a tank, along with fresh live lobster. But they have so much more. So much, that I betcha you'll be coming back after the first time to check more dinner items. So when we entered on a weekday around 5:30, it was empty. We were greeted at the door by Hailey, who advised that we could pick any table. And we did. A couple minutes later our friends Rob and Stef arriveď, excited to see us (as they should be, cause Max creates excitement wherever he goes) Rob quickly ordered a large hot sake and Stef and I shared bottled of large sparkling water at $6. It was icy cold. And with lots of gas. I mention this cause a lot of places don't have their water cold or bubbly and charge too much ($9). Rob started to recommend menu items as he had eaten here before. And we happily accepted all of his recommendations. He also said we shouldn't order too much because the portions were large. Rob is somewhat of an expert on Chinese food, as well as many other foods. His parents immigrated to the USA from Great Britain more than 70 years ago, and they had been engaged in fine food dining and had gained quite a reputation for themselves, especially Rob's Mom Pearl, but that's for another review. So allow me to list what we ordered and how we reacted to each selection. We had appetizers of COCONUT SHRIMP ($16) and CILANTRO SHRIMP DUMPLING ($11). The shrimp was breaded and fried but not greasy. I could have eaten 5 or 6, they are real good. The cilantro shrimp dumpling had a distinct taste and was packed with shrimp. Another excellent choice. Note,!dumplings are a specialty here and you will not be disappointed in eating any of them. We then had CHICKEN GYOZA ($9) and it was prepared unlike any other gyoza that I've tasted. It was wrapped in a very thin pancake, almost cellophane quality. Just. Get. It. You'll. See. How. Delicious. It is. We then had CANTONESE BARBECUE RIBS WITH YUZO HONEY. I found them to be delicious, huge in size, and the honey glazing a distinctive taste. Some at the table thought they were too sweet and also complained that their hands got real dirty as there was no way to eat them other than to pick them up in your hands. I thought they were whiners. Hailey our server gave us each those tiny napkins in a pouch which you use to clean your hands. I hate those things / they are always too wet or too dry, and stink, and one does not fill the need. Recommendation to management is to provide a hot steaming mini washcloth, which would be a nice touch and fit into the higher class feel the owner is creating. Yes, it would be an extra expense for him, but he should take note of my advice. More than 60 years experience in outreach and marketing has provided me with insights into what makes for a successful or failing business which are priceless. And I offer this advice without any fee expectation. We proceed with entrees and had KUNG PO CHICKEN ($25). It was a decent sized serving and tasty but we thought it had way too many cashews than needed. We left most of them behind as they should really provide a distinct taste and crunch and not overwhelm the dish. We then had MALA BEEF PRIME TENDERLOIN ($40) which Hailey had warned us would be very spicy. Rob engaged her in a philosophical discussion on degrees of "heat", as he had the dish before and did not find it hot. She insisted it was and that most people said it was. He insisted it was not. Well we ordered it cause he wanted it. It wasn't too hot at all but I didn't like it cause the beef was tough and I didn't find it to be awesome. We had GAI LAN IN GINGER SAUCE($15) and it was good but you need to have an acquired taste for it as it is mushy and some don't like that mushy taste. Instead of rice we had VEGETARIAN SHANGHAI NOODLE ($14) and it was incredibly good. But I wasn't able to eat as much as I wanted as my husband dogged it. He quietly scooped it onto his plate as others were eating the other items. I'm happy for him as he didn't like the ribs, the gai lan was too much and he doesn't eat meat. So at least let the guy have his noodles! They have a full bar with lots of wine and fancy drinks. Hailey was an excellent server, When leaving we saw blackboard with specials and that she had not said anything about specials. We also met chef and owner ALLEN (I am certain he was not born with that name) who stopped by our table and introduced himself and thanked us for coming. He also recommended we get the roast DUCK next time, one of the specials of the house. Several people in that night ordered it and the pics on line show it as awesome. So, yelpers, check them out. You'll be pleased. .
Chili Crab in Boca Raton was an excellent experience from start to finish. The food was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and prepared perfectly. The chili crab was the standout -- packed with flavor, just the right amount of spice, and a sauce you'll want to keep dipping into long after the crab is gone. The service was friendly and attentive, and everything we ordered came out fresh and beautifully presented. It's great to have a place in Boca offering something a little different from the usual restaurant scene. If you love seafood and bold Asian flavors, Chili Crab is absolutely worth checking out. We'll definitely be back! read more
22 days ago
My long-overdue shoutout to my favorite host of Chili Crab in Boca Raton, Allen! If you haven't visited yet, Allen is the driving force behind this incredible restaurant, known for its authentic Hong Kong and Singapore-style cuisine, fresh seafood, and outstanding hospitality. Every visit feels like you're dining with family. The service is attentive, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the food is consistently exceptional. Some of Chili Crab's must-try specialties include: Singapore Chili Crab Peking Duck Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao) Dim Sum Platters Miso Seabass XO Lobster Fried Rice And my personal favorite... Dungeness Crab! Prepared with a variety of amazing sauces including Singapore Chili, Black Pepper, Mala Sichuan, and Ginger Scallion. I usually get the sauce on the side so I can fully appreciate the fresh, sweet flavor of the crab. They're among the freshest and sweetest Dungeness crabs you'll find anywhere and always feel like a special treat. If you're looking for an unforgettable meal, stop by, make a wish, and enjoy some of the best food and hospitality Boca Raton has to offer. read more
2 months ago
3 months ago
What a wonderful lunch at Chilli Crab! From the moment we arrived, the restaurant appeared upscale, spotless, and welcoming. Our server, Allen, was a perfect gentleman and provided friendly, professional service. We began with the pork dumplings and roast pork. Both appetizers were delicious and came with two excellent homemade sauces. My brother's Prawn with XO Sauce lunch special was superb, while my Chicken with Black Bean Sauce was flavorful and equally enjoyable. The food quality was noticeably high, the portions were satisfying, and the staff made us feel welcome. Chilli Crab is a real Boca Raton find, and I highly recommend giving it a try. read more
Being that it is hard to find good Chinese food, we took a little drive to Boca to try this place. Very glad we did. First off, service was very good and the staff was very friendly. It is a cute restaurant with a good vibe inside . The food was was very tasty. Had a little bit of a different flavor profile than other Chinese restaurants, which made it actually quite good. To start we had their honey barbecue ribs, and pan fried dumplings . The ribs were super tender and had an outstanding flavor. The dumplings which I've never had before, like this which were served on a crêpe style thin pancake was excellent. For dinner, we had the beef and black bean sauce and their roast pork fried rice . Can honestly say amazing flavors and delicious food Definitely another return spot for not sure usual Chinese food with excellent flavors . read more
What a hidden little gem this was for me. I was glad I checked it out. From the outside this restaurant made an impression on me. It looked cool. I didn't know what cuisine this restaurant served when I first walked in and didn't care. I wanted to be surprised and I knew I was going to like it. Surprise, it's a Chinese restaurant and a good one. We started with the dumpling platter. They make all the dumplings in house, fresh. The platter was good. I ordered the half crispy duck. It was a house specialty. Omg that was good. It was one of the best ducks that I've had and so crispy. I would order this again. I got a side of pork fried rice. It was not for me. The Garlic Crabs was delicious and you choose your crab. The garlic sauce on top of the crab was unforgettable. It was that good. I loved the food. The restaurant is nice inside. It has a good ambiance going. I liked the decorations. The staff was phenomenal. The customer service was great. I had an enjoyable food experience. read more
Fantastic dinner. Great to see the chef/owner popping out of the kitchen and speaking with guests. Half Peking Duck was so good... nice, lean and tender duck meat, crispy skin and the rest. I highly recommend the Pea Shoots with Garlic (Pea Tendrils). Black Bean Sauce with Shrimp Chow Fun also great. I have to say, this place has been very impressive of late. They also do special dishes and bring in products you don't often see in Florida. Live King Crab for example. Service from our waitress, Vivian, was excellent, efficient and personable. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED read more
9 months ago
O.M.G. Fabulous! No joke! Go!!! Get Dim Sum, Singapore Chili Crab (with the fresh dungeness crab,) Peking Duck, the freshest cucumber salad and yummy chicken fried rice. Talk about food Heaven!!!! I didn't want to leave - EVER. The owner greets you with the warmest of welcomes!!! You can tell food is his passion. He only serves the best dishes. The decor and atmosphere are simple and elegant with a promise of good things to come. This is one meal you don't want to miss. I promise!! read more
7 months ago
3 months ago
This place needs to be advertised more. My husband and I are serious foodies and very picky. This underrated, authentic Hong Kong fare is the real deal. We love it so much we are going back again before we head back home to Chicago. Shout out to Vivian for carrying this restaurant with a warm welcome and great explanation of what to try. Im sorry we didnt catch the gentlemen servers name as he was great! Very nice decor! read more
1 year ago
From the moment you walk up the charming, lantern-lit pathway to Chili Crab, you know you're in for something special. The twinkling lights gently guide you toward an experience that feels like a hidden corner of Hong Kong right here in Boca Raton. Once inside, you're instantly transported--the decor is impeccable, striking the perfect balance between modern elegance and the cozy authenticity of a cha chaan teng or sai chaan teng. It's clear that every detail, from the textures & art on the walls to the warm, inviting lighting, was thoughtfully curated. The bilingual menu--presented in both English and Chinese--is a wonderful touch that adds to the cultural richness of the experience. We started our evening with the Fiji Apple Martini and the Lychee Martini. Both were deliciously balanced and not strong--a great start to the meal. Appetizers included the crispy, golden scallion pancakes, flavorful lobster dumplings, and soup dumplings. The broth alone is 5 stars!! Each dish was expertly prepared and packed with authentic flavor. For our main course, we ordered the iconic Peking Duck (half), served with delicate pancakes. One of the highlights of the evening was watching the duck expertly carved on a cutting board--an artful presentation that added a touch of ceremony to the meal. We also shared a plate of roasted pork fried rice, which was rich and satisfying. (The only thing I'd tweak would be to have the onions chopped a bit finer for better texture.) To top off the meal, we indulged in the candied banana with vanilla ice cream--a perfect combination of warm, crispy sweetness and cool, creamy smoothness. Throughout the meal, the service was attentive and genuine. The owner personally came out from the kitchen to check on us, which added such a warm and welcoming touch. I believe his son may have been tending bar--either way, it's clear that this is a family-run establishment where pride and passion shine through. The presence of a live seafood tank, showcasing fresh crabs and other seafood, is another sign of the restaurant's commitment to quality and freshness. All in all, this was a five-out-of-five-star experience. We'll absolutely be returning--and bringing friends next time. Chili Crab is a true gem in Boca Raton, offering not just a meal, but a memorable culinary journey. read more
2 years ago
We had a great dinner at Chili Crab in Boca Raton with some close friends. We had the Peking Duck Sliders, which were absolutely delicious, the duck was crispy with just the right balance of hoisin sauce and soft bao buns. We also had the Beef Chow Fun, which the beef was tender, perfectly cooked noodles. The Singapore Rice Noodles were light yet packed with flavor, just the right amount of curry spice. The Sichuan Spicy Lamb Chop was also tender and had great flavor. This definitely a place for family and friends to come check out. read more
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7 months ago
The food is exceptional. Everything we had was amazing. The service was good and the restaurant is very authentically decorated. I will be a permanent customer! read more
1 year ago
1. Had no idea it was a Chinese place 2. Amazed it had authentic Hong Kong/ Chinese food 3. Service by Vivian and Vincent was AMAZING!! Why have I never heard of this place and their amazing food.. 4. If you have driven by thinking it is some "new" crab place, its not. It is authentic Hong Kong/ Chinese cuisine... I am not a Chinese food lover so for this to aspire me to write a review, it has to be amazing,!!! Totally recommend this place.. Love you Vivian!! read more
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It took a very good friend who recently retired to Delray Beach from NY to introduce us to Chili Crab. And am I glad that he raved about how good the food was and made sure that I understood it was not typical Chinese food! And it is anything but typical. First, don't be misled by the name/ Chili Crab. Yes, they do have fresh crabs in a tank, along with fresh live lobster. But they have so much more. So much, that I betcha you'll be coming back after the first time to check more dinner items. So when we entered on a weekday around 5:30, it was empty. We were greeted at the door by Hailey, who advised that we could pick any table. And we did. A couple minutes later our friends Rob and Stef arriveď, excited to see us (as they should be, cause Max creates excitement wherever he goes) Rob quickly ordered a large hot sake and Stef and I shared bottled of large sparkling water at $6. It was icy cold. And with lots of gas. I mention this cause a lot of places don't have their water cold or bubbly and charge too much ($9). Rob started to recommend menu items as he had eaten here before. And we happily accepted all of his recommendations. He also said we shouldn't order too much because the portions were large. Rob is somewhat of an expert on Chinese food, as well as many other foods. His parents immigrated to the USA from Great Britain more than 70 years ago, and they had been engaged in fine food dining and had gained quite a reputation for themselves, especially Rob's Mom Pearl, but that's for another review. So allow me to list what we ordered and how we reacted to each selection. We had appetizers of COCONUT SHRIMP ($16) and CILANTRO SHRIMP DUMPLING ($11). The shrimp was breaded and fried but not greasy. I could have eaten 5 or 6, they are real good. The cilantro shrimp dumpling had a distinct taste and was packed with shrimp. Another excellent choice. Note,!dumplings are a specialty here and you will not be disappointed in eating any of them. We then had CHICKEN GYOZA ($9) and it was prepared unlike any other gyoza that I've tasted. It was wrapped in a very thin pancake, almost cellophane quality. Just. Get. It. You'll. See. How. Delicious. It is. We then had CANTONESE BARBECUE RIBS WITH YUZO HONEY. I found them to be delicious, huge in size, and the honey glazing a distinctive taste. Some at the table thought they were too sweet and also complained that their hands got real dirty as there was no way to eat them other than to pick them up in your hands. I thought they were whiners. Hailey our server gave us each those tiny napkins in a pouch which you use to clean your hands. I hate those things / they are always too wet or too dry, and stink, and one does not fill the need. Recommendation to management is to provide a hot steaming mini washcloth, which would be a nice touch and fit into the higher class feel the owner is creating. Yes, it would be an extra expense for him, but he should take note of my advice. More than 60 years experience in outreach and marketing has provided me with insights into what makes for a successful or failing business which are priceless. And I offer this advice without any fee expectation. We proceed with entrees and had KUNG PO CHICKEN ($25). It was a decent sized serving and tasty but we thought it had way too many cashews than needed. We left most of them behind as they should really provide a distinct taste and crunch and not overwhelm the dish. We then had MALA BEEF PRIME TENDERLOIN ($40) which Hailey had warned us would be very spicy. Rob engaged her in a philosophical discussion on degrees of "heat", as he had the dish before and did not find it hot. She insisted it was and that most people said it was. He insisted it was not. Well we ordered it cause he wanted it. It wasn't too hot at all but I didn't like it cause the beef was tough and I didn't find it to be awesome. We had GAI LAN IN GINGER SAUCE($15) and it was good but you need to have an acquired taste for it as it is mushy and some don't like that mushy taste. Instead of rice we had VEGETARIAN SHANGHAI NOODLE ($14) and it was incredibly good. But I wasn't able to eat as much as I wanted as my husband dogged it. He quietly scooped it onto his plate as others were eating the other items. I'm happy for him as he didn't like the ribs, the gai lan was too much and he doesn't eat meat. So at least let the guy have his noodles! They have a full bar with lots of wine and fancy drinks. Hailey was an excellent server, When leaving we saw blackboard with specials and that she had not said anything about specials. We also met chef and owner ALLEN (I am certain he was not born with that name) who stopped by our table and introduced himself and thanked us for coming. He also recommended we get the roast DUCK next time, one of the specials of the house. Several people in that night ordered it and the pics on line show it as awesome. So, yelpers, check them out. You'll be pleased. . read more
Review 3500 Authentic Cuisine #80 - Southeast Asian cuisine. Chili crab are very famous in Singapore. This is the special sauce that is unique to the Singaporean. Instead we have chili crab, we have the chili shrimp. The chili sauce make me feel home cooking style. The dish has 8 shrimp with with broil broccoli. The second dish is the Hong Kong styles spare rib. This dish has a lot of crispy salty item is good rice mixed item for food. Services is ok. read more
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Even though this place has been opened for two years, we finally made our way around to try it! I love the atmosphere of the place but I didn't love the food. I did love the steamed shrimp dumplings - this was probably my favorite! I understand the chef/owner Alan makes them himself. We did order some yummy dishes chicken with black bean sauce (it's not on the menu), but the sauce was too thick (too much cornstarch but I'd be willing to come back over the summer and try out their summer happy hour! Troy's BB used to be here as well as Park Avenue BB!.I had to make a concerted effort to go here because I've driven by it many many times without stopping. It is a bit expensive so we had to carefully pick our items so we wouldn't blow our budget. I'll give it another try! read more
Surprisingly authentic and good Asian food at this trendy little restaurant. It's a good mix of different cooking styles from difference regions like Szechuan, Beijing, Singapore and Shanghai. As their name states, they have a variety of ways to cook crab and different types of crab are available. We went to specifically try the Singapore chili crab and it's made with dungeness crab. The taste was very similar to what we had in Singapore. I love the fried mantou (bread) it comes with for you to dip into the delicious sweet and spicy sauce. It's a very unique chili flavor and I have a pretty low tolerance for spice levels but this was perfect for me. The crab itself needs some work to get the meat out and because it's fried, the meat tends to stick onto the shell so it will get messy and time consuming. But have patience, the sauce makes it worth it. We also got a half order of roasted duck. It comes with scallion, cucumber and wraps. The portion is pretty decent and there's plenty of skin and meat. Usually in Beijing, the skin is separated from the meat but here, it's connected. The flavor is good and the meat was tender. The only dry part was the duck leg, the skin and meat was very over roasted. The appetizer we tried was the honey spare ribs. The taste was sweet and savory but the meat was also very dry. And there was more bone and cartilage than meat. The staff was super friendly. Will be back to try other dishes. read more
11 months ago
Chili Crab is located in a spot where restaurants come and go. The signage doesn't reflect the elegance inside, where the service and menu are elevated from any other Chinese cuisine in the area. You will not find combo platters or the typical eggroll, or sweet and sour dishes. Here, your palate will get to savor freshly prepared crab, lobster, homemade dumplings, and, of course, Peking Duck. Our waitress, Dee, was terrific. She explained the dishes with knowledge and a big smile. She stuck around for a little conversation, but nothing that would constitute too long. We started with jasmine tea. We loved the floral notes. We then had the dim sum platter. The dumplings and shui mai were homemade with thin skin and stuffed with shrimp or chicken, or pork. The dish came with dumpling sauce and hot chili oil. Both sauces complemented the lovely appetizer. We then had a whole duck to share for 3. Natural accompaniments came, such as hoisin sauce, slivers of scallion, and cucumber. They also brought homemade pancakes. They were several notches above most Chinese pancakes. They were slightly thicker, which we enjoyed thoroughly. The meat was plentiful, soft, buttery, and moist, while the duck skin was crackling and crispy. We loved the dish. Alongside the duck, we ordered shrimp fried rice without curry. It was excellent and chock full of tender shrimp, onion, peas, and carrots. A standout was the banana dessert; crispy fried banana with a crunchy, almost caramel sugar coating with strawberry ice cream (they were out of vanilla) and sliced berries. Wow. We are looking forward to going back and trying more dishes. This is a costly restaurant but worth it if you don't have big eyes, order appropriately and share. read more
Upon a friend's recommendation, Paul and I decided to have dinner here on Saturday night. This is a stand alone building with its own parking lot. The decor is welcoming and cozy with many Asian touches. There is a large screened tv with a Chinese cooking show playing. It was fun and interesting to watch. Our waitress was working very hard to please a lot of people. She explained the menu to us and then we decided to order their signature dishes: the lobster tail with broccoli in a garlic sauce (which had no taste) and the duck with pancakes with the sauce, cucumber and veggie. We were disappointed. We have had this entree before in another Asian restaurant and our server actually sliced the duck in front of us and created the pancakes for us. This meal was over $200 and there were no tablecloths or cloth napkins - not even a placemat. We asked for water several times before we received. I did have a delicious hot sake drink and the corn and crab soup was tasty and hot. Paul's lychee martini could have been tastier though and it was too strong. After eating the lobster tail with our hands, it would have been a nice touch to have a bowl of lemon water and cloths to wash our hands. Our candied banana and ice cream dessert was delicious. This was a very expensive Asian dinner which had its pluses and minuses. I don't think we will return unless we read that some of these changes are implemented and the reviews express very positive notes especially about the flavor of the food. read more
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This place is a four star plus. Service was good and friendly. The gal who served us was just starting and learning. We ordered from the lunch section of their menu. We got 2 different items and shared. Their duck "sliders" were absolutely wonderful!! If you like Peking duck, you'll love these. And you'll also know how expensive it is to order now. This dish is worth every penny. And if you're lucky, your dining companion will share. It's served in a bento box with sections: 4 soft bao buns; crispy skinned duck pieces; slivers of scallions; julienned cucumbers; and hoisin sauce. You build your own bao by putting in a bit of everything and wrapping it up. Yum. We made the bao go further by ripping them in half, but there was still duck left over to dip in the hoisin and eat by itself. The other dish was good, but a bit plain. It was pan fried noodles with grouper. Luckily the owner had brought over some house made chili sauce to give it some pizzazz. The thin noodles are more than crispy. If you eat the ones on the bottom of the dish, you'll get them softened by the sauce and they're easier to eat. In addition to the steamed fish, there's broccoli, red and yellow and green peppers, celery, and bok choy. They have been open about three months, but according to the owner just received their outside sign. Located on the corner of Dixie and Glades, the separate building has their own parking. It is more easily accessed from Dixie Highway. Hoping they do well and are here for some time. I so want to be able to come back for more of those duck "sliders". read more
11 months ago
Lunch stop today at a place that has been open for about three months. Friendly greeting and welcome to a beautiful interior. They also have plenty of outside seating available . Full bar and top shelf Saki available for those desiringan adult beverage. We ordered and shared the Grouper over Crispy noodles with mixed vegetables. A little more Curry and soaking of the crispy noodles would have elevated this "good" dish to a "wonderful " dish status. The Duck Sliders is a wonderful and tasty dish. Lots of delicious crispy skin and duck meat served with Bao buns, slivers of scallions and cucumbers. Hoisin sauce is on the bento style box and is very tasty with the ample slices of tender duck. Fairly priced dishes for the serving sizes presented. Plenty of parking available in their private large lot. See You Soon! read more
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Do they have booths or seats with backs? Would like to take my 71 year old mom but bench seating would he a problem for her. Thanks!
The pillows are not cushy. If you are lucky enough to get a seat against the wall and put the pillow leaning against the wall under your bottom, you will still feel the hard bench under you. The long, hard, backless, wooden picnic table style…
