Chow - Menu

98 Byres Road, G12 8TB, Glasgow City, United Kingdom

🛍 Cafés, Seafood, Chinese, Fast Food

3.6 💬 2994 Reviews
Chow

Phone: +441413349818

Address: 98 Byres Road, G12 8TB, Glasgow City, United Kingdom

City: Glasgow City

Dishes: 27

Reviews: 2994

Website: http://www.chowglasgow.co.uk/

"This wee place is a gem of a find when we were travelling home from a road trip on the east coast. After searching on trip advisor we thought we would give it try having not eat Chinese food for a while. Boy are we glad we did! Been here a few time now in the past year and are happy to drive up from Kilmarnock to do so. Admittedly it isn 't much to look at and is tired in terms of decor with worn seats and chipped crockery, staff aren 't the most chatty and sometimes you feel they don 't have time to see to your needs especially if your sat up on the mezzanine, that being said the food does all of its talking. We have the same every time and share a couple of dishes. And were supposed to meet another two but they had to cancel. Beef Curry were the meat is so tender it just melts in the mouth with just enough spice that builds with every mouthful. We usually have the Crispy Shredded Beef in Peking sauce but tried the Crispy Shredded Chicken in Peking sauce this time. For me it was DELISH and the Peking sauce is to die for, sweet and sticky, the Wife still prefers the Beef. We always have it with egg fried rice and prawn crackers which I find can be hit or miss in many places, with some being quite greasy, these are always just right. We also got a take away or the other couple since they couldn 't make it they had Dry Ribs starter which I 'm told were excellent and Chicken Noodle soup and I Quote "Best Chicken Noodle so every tasted. Crispy Shredded Beef in Peking Sauce which they both loved also. They are n just eat so take away is easily order. We only had a soft drink with ours and it all came in at less than 50quid which I feel is reasonable. Finally, this seems to be were all the Asian Kids go which I say speaks volumes for the quality of the food. I 've never been to any other Chinese Restaurant were its full of Asians just generally Caucasian families. It 's is very small so I 'd advise booking on peak nights/times to avoid disappointment. Will return again and again. thank you"

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Alyssa258 Alyssa258

They make the best Chinese food here!Chow is the best restaurant among all Chinese restaurants. love chow!

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merimelepiri
merimelepiri

Affordable price for big plates of food! They may need to work on their sitting arrangements though, too crowded.


mangoing
mangoing

This is my favourite Chinese restaurant for the food. It reminds me of being in China and there are certainly people who will misunderstand this place and give it a 1 out of 5 rating. If you want an authentic experience and food, this is it. 5 out of 5!


Samantha
Samantha

on a weekday ordering a return flight over the phone, waited 2 hours to find that the driver had gone to the wrong address, although I had given a complete address with a postcode. telephoned chows that offered a 1 credit for wasted time and cold eating. so all in all, no idea what the food would have been like shocking customer service.


Doug
Doug

I have been a regular customer at this restaurant for years and have always found it to be top quality. However, my last few takeout orders have been quite average. I usually travel from the Southside to the West End to dine here, but after my last two takeout experiences in June 2020, I have decided not to return. I am hoping that this is just a temporary issue and that the quality will improve in the future.


SannyGr
SannyGr

Hadn’t been to this restaurant for ages having previously enjoyed it so Booked a table for 3 last night and though restaurant was empty we were offered a table beside the the toilets which we refused. We were then shown upstairs by less than friendly staff. The furnishings can only be described as grotty and no atmosphere at all. Food which is double the price of the ‘lets eat’ menu was ok but again served by fairly reluctant staff. We then had to go downstairs to ask for bill and advised that they only take cash so had to run outside for a cash point. Would most definitely not recommend this restaurant for anything other than takeaway! Overpriced and completely uninviting.


brucew280
brucew280

I used to consider this Chinese restaurant to be one of the best in 2017/18, but after returning to Glasgow in 2021, I was extremely disappointed with my recent takeaway order from Chow. The beef chow mein was unpleasant, cold, tough, and lacking in seasoning. It appeared as if a bag of frozen vegetables had been hastily thrown into a wok with some noodles and thinly sliced beef added as an afterthought to justify its £8 price tag. The fried rice was average at best, nothing special but at least edible. The curry sauce was thin, the chicken balls were soggy, and the prices were higher compared to other Chinese restaurants in the area. I would strongly recommend avoiding this place and taking...


Maggie
Maggie

Having eaten in Chow several times in the past, my husband and I decided to return this weekend after a gap of a couple of year. We were so disappointed. When we arrived we were shown to our table downstairs. The faux leather chairs were so torn and cracked that I needed to put my jacket down so my dress would not get ruined. The filing cabinet on full show was overladen with papers, boxes and open plastic containers with bits of fruit! Two cold plates were put down in front of us and then the meal arrived in badly chipped bowls. I ordered the satay which was four skewers of chicken, no onions, peppers.... bland looking to say the least. The constant flow and queue of people standing around...


jacqstephen
jacqstephen

I have been using this restaurant for takeout on and off for years. I don't like writing negative reviews because I understand that it is someone's business and livelihood. However, the poor customer service unfortunately led me to write this review, along with an order that should not have been sent out. After waiting for 1 hour and 20 minutes, I called the restaurant to inquire about my order and was only told how busy they were...no apology or acknowledgment of our wait. I was even asked if I wanted to come pick it up. Finally, 2 hours later, the food arrived...cold, dried out, and overly spiced. I would have complained directly to the restaurant, but based on their response to my call ab...


loftus1981
loftus1981

This wee place is a gem of a find when we were travelling home from a road trip on the east coast. After searching on trip advisor we thought we would give it try having not eat Chinese food for a while. Boy are we glad we did! Been here a few time now in the past year and are happy to drive up from Kilmarnock to do so. Admittedly it isn 't much to look at and is tired in terms of decor with worn seats and chipped crockery, staff aren 't the most chatty and sometimes you feel they don 't have time to see to your needs especially if your sat up on the mezzanine, that being said the food does all of its talking. We have the same every time and share a couple of dishes. And were supposed to mee...

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  • Seafood Dive into the freshest catches of the sea with our seafood selection, featuring exquisite dishes prepared with high-quality fish and shellfish. Savor the flavors of the ocean in every bite!
  • Chinese Savor the rich, authentic flavors of China with our selection of iconic dishes. From savory stir-fries to mouthwatering dim sum, each creation captures the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine, delighting your taste buds with every bite.
  • Fast Food Enjoy a variety of quick and delicious meals perfect for on-the-go dining. From juicy burgers and crispy fries to refreshing drinks, our fast food menu satisfies your cravings with speedy service and irresistible flavors.

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  • Takeout
  • Seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway

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