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The Rice Box

Chinese Fast Food, Vegan Tofu

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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the salt and pepper tofu and garlic green beans for vegan options.
  • Good to know: Ask staff to confirm vegan ingredients due to common oyster sauce usage.
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  • Late-night hours make it a good option after other places close.
  • Outdoor seating is available for a casual dining experience.
  • Be prepared for longer wait times during busy periods.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention cake, chocolate cake and chow mein.

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Also garlic green beans, noodles, salt and pepper tofu stack, scallion pancake, fried rice and shrimp fried rice.

Good for

The vibe: work & study The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for beautiful interior and good value.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

The Rice Box is a casual Chinese fast food eatery known for its generous portions served in distinctive large takeout boxes. It has a futuristic anime-inspired interior and outdoor seating, catering well to solo diners and takeout customers with quick, friendly service—though wait times can vary during busy hours. Vegan diners can opt for tofu or cauliflower substitutes but should confirm ingredients due to common use of oyster sauce and cross-contact concerns.

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300 W 20th St, Houston, TX 77008

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–00:00
Saturday
11:00–00:00
Sunday
11:00–22:00

the food

3.9 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.3 3,240 reviews Read on Google Maps
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4.0 3 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Basic understanding
protein
tofu, cauliflower

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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