The Rice Box – Chinese
Steaming baskets of delicate dumplings and the irresistible crunch of golden crab rangoon set the stage at this lively haunt, where the air is thick with the tantalizing aroma of garlic and ginger. Diners feast on a kaleidoscope of textures, from the addictive snap of salt-and-pepper stacks to the fiery depth of Chongqing spice, all served in an atmosphere that celebrates the bold, soul-warming spirit of classic flavors elevated with modern flair.
The Rice Box, South Shepherd Drive, Montrose, Houston, Harris County, Texas, TX 77098, United States https://riceboxed.com/location-river-oaks0Cuisine: Chinese
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, dairy-free, nut-free, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, carnivore, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, macrobiotic, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Pork Dumplings: Seasoned pork and napa cabbage Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Dumplings: Seasoned chicken and vegetable-forward filling, spinach-infused skin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Crab Rangoon: Made from scratch, served with herb based chili Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Scallion Pancake: Crisp and savory, served with sauce of choice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Salt N Pepper Stacks: Dry fried with bell pepper, green and white onions, served with herb based sweet chili. Choice of Chicken, Tofu, Cauliflower, or Eggplant Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Eggroll: Old school style with chicken or vegetable Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- General Tso: Deep, rich, sweet and savory candied fried chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chongqing: Szechuan inspired mouth numbing and spicy fried chicken pieces Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Garlic 4 Season Green Beans: Long green beans stir fried in light savory sauce with garlic and julienned onions Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Sweet & Sour: Chicken with sour plum notes, grilled bell peppers, onion, and pineapple Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Green Bean: Chinese eggplant and green beans stir fried with fresh garlic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Orange Chicken: Stir fried with grilled bell peppers, onion, mandarin oranges, and dehydrated orange sprinkles Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Sesame Chicken: Sweet flavor with toasted sesame seed, grilled bell peppers, and onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Kung Pao: Stir fried with red and green bell pepper, celery, peppers, and peanuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free
- Curry: Coconut and lemongrass notes, sweet potatoes, steamed carrots, and cilantro
- Pepper Steak: Seared beef stir fried with bell pepper, onions, and carrots with sesame notes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chinese Broccoli Beef: Stir fried with Chinese broccoli and white onions in a light savory sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Mongolian: Wok-fired with white onions, scallions, and snow peas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Cumin Beef: Light aromatic spiced beef with white onion and green onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Orange Peeled Beef: Citrus, candied beef house specialty Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Candied Walnut Shrimp: Fried shrimp tossed in sweet honey glaze with candied walnuts Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian
- Baby Bok Choy: Light, crisp savory classic with garlic Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Mapo Tofu: Chengdu style with minced 44 Farms Beef, mouth numbing and spicy Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins
- Garlic Eggplant: Sweet and savory with tang and spice, includes minced 44 Farms Beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
- House Fried Rice: Bean sprouts, egg, and chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Yang Chow Fried Rice: Light and aromatic, soy sauce free Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Curry Fried Rice: Bean sprouts, egg, chives, cilantro, coconut and lemongrass notes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chow Fun: Rice noodles stir fried with egg, bean sprouts and green onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lo Mein: Thick egg noodles with snow peas, carrots and green onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Plant-Based
- Baby Back Ribs: 1lb (4-5 ribs) tossed in garlic and herb sweet chili glaze Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Salt N Pepper Ribs: 1lb (4-5 ribs) breaded and dry wokked in house salt and pepper blend Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chongqing Ribs: 1lb (4-5 ribs) breaded and dry wokked in Szechuan spice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Jumbo Wings: 6 Jumbo Wings marinated in a dry rub, served naked or tossed Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida
- Salt N Pepper Wings: 6 Jumbo Wings breaded and dry wokked with house salt and pepper blend Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chongqing Wings: 6 Jumbo Wings breaded and dry wokked in Szechuan spice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Wonton Soup: Classic soup with house made pork wontons Dietary tags: Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
- Hot N Sour Soup: Tofu, wood ear mushrooms, mushrooms, green onion, and egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Volumetrics
- Lava Buns: Creamy, buttery, sweet and salty rich buns Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Jack Burton Nitro: Citrus infused white tea infused with nitrogen, dairy free
- Lo Pan Nitro: Sweet black tea infused with nitrogen, dairy free
- Thai Tea Nitro: Deep, rich, creamy Thai tea infused with nitrogen, dairy free