Stick & Steam – Chinese
This vibrant eatery hums with the energy of a modern tea house, where the air is thick with the fragrant steam of delicate dumplings and the rich, spiced aroma of slow-simmered beef noodle soup. Guests find comfort in plates of succulent Hainan chicken and golden-fried pork chops, perhaps paired with a side of indulgent salted egg fries that bridge the gap between traditional soul food and contemporary flair.
350, Adrian Road, Millbrae, CA, 94030 +16502399240 https://www.stickxsteam.com/0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, vegetarian, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, whole30, anti-inflammatory, gerd, south-beach, aip, renal, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Stick & Steam
Dairy-Free at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hainan Chicken and Salted Egg Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hainan Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 1 halal-tagged dish on its current menu, including Salted Egg Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hainan Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 1 vegetarian-tagged dish on its current menu, including Salted Egg Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Beef Noodle Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 2 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Salted Egg Fries and Pork Chop Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Paleo at Stick & Steam
Stick & Steam in Millbrae has 1 paleo-tagged dish on its current menu, including Hainan Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Stick & Steam
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Chop Rice | 41.4 g | 50 g |
| Salted Egg Fries | 27.9 g | 32.1 g |
| Frozen Dim Sum Selection | 5.7 g | 23.8 g |
| Hainan Chicken | 29.9 g | 22.3 g |
| Beef Noodle Soup | 0.5 g | 2.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
Classic Cantonese hometown offerings and modern Asian dishes.
- Pork Chop Rice Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hainan Chicken Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Noodle Soup Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
Tasty accompaniments to your meal.
- Salted Egg Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Dim Sum
Handmade dim sum available fresh or frozen.
- Frozen Dim Sum Selection Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Stick & Steam
- Is Stick & Steam dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Stick & Steam has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hainan Chicken and Salted Egg Fries.
- What can I eat at Stick & Steam on a dairy-free diet?
- Hainan Chicken and Salted Egg Fries carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Is Stick & Steam gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Stick & Steam?
- Pork Chop Rice, at roughly 50g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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