Ka Ka Lok in Glasgow City

The seats are spacious, the food is hot enough, the waiters are courteous, the tea is hot enough, the salted fish and chicken fried rice (using chicken breast and chicken, a little firewood), the salt and pepper pork chop (fried well enough, a little firewood), the rest are generally good 80 points or more. Worth helping again. The nice boss👍🏻has enough ingredients for the soup and taro and sago syrup as gifts. Five side dishes, one fried rice and one stir-fried river, the bill was £102.

First time here, but it’s really delicious! ! ! ! ! I read before that the taste has changed, but I think it’s already super delicious. So how delicious was it before? ? The fish head in Mingluo casserole is so fresh, the steamed rice is delicious, and the three-piece rice is also delicious! !

Wholeheartedly recommend this place - I would always come here every time I visit Glasgow. I’ve been dining here since around 2017 (less so after moving away from Glasgow) and this is one of my favourite Chinese restaurants in the UK. The owners have changed for several times and my most recent visit was in August 2024, but in my opinion, their standards haven’t dropped, contrary to some of the other reviews. Their Cantonese roast dishes are a must try - they are one of the best in the country in my opinion, and you would be hard pressed to find considerably better quality Cantonese roast dishes elsewhere. Other Cantonese dishes are also delicious and are highly recommended. I would specifically recommend their salt and chilli chicken wings - although not a Cantonese dish and also not a dish I would normally order elsewhere, but there’s something special they do to the coating of the wings that would make these irresistibly crispy and juicy. Having said that, please don’t order any Szechuan dishes here if you can help it - these are not what they specialise here, and you will be disappointed. They also serve free soup and pudding (they taste much better partly because they were free), but only for dinner, subject to availabilities.

My Birthday Dinner, at “Ka Ka Lok”, was in the top 2 best Chinese meals, I have ever had in my Life, no exaggeration whatsoever. We had: “Salt and Chili Squid”, “Beef with Green Peppers and Black Bean Sauce”, “Singapore Chow Mein”, “Salt Cod and Aubergine Hot Pot”, Long Beans with Garlic, Boiled Rice, “3 Meat Roast”. Everything was EXCEPTIONAL, service was flawless and So welcoming and friendly. At the end the Manager presented me with a huge piece of Chocolate Birthday Cake (with lit Candle), accompanied by Staff and Patrons singing a hearty version of “Happy Birthday”! If that isn’t a Birthday to remember, I don’t know what is! Go and experience beautiful Food served by beautiful People!

Perfect service and wonderful food ever😋😋👍🏻👍🏻

Excellent food and friendly service. Will definitely recommend to friends and colleagues visiting Glasgow.

Tasty food but was another table in being very loud so knocked the atmosphere a bit 😞

Had a great selection of food. Seemed pricey but portions are big so actually quite reasonable.

One of our favourite restaurants and go to for when we want delicious Chinese food! Super authentic and great portions. 3 meat roast is always great. A favourite is the salted fish and aubergine dish. I dream about this dish and crave it often. Really nice staff, good atmosphere. The place recently got a wee revamp as well. Siu Mai here are massive and so delicious. The steamed sea bass is also sooo good - the sauce is really delicious and tangy. It’s hard to pick new dishes to try because we love certain ones but we will try more of the menu. A firm favourite!

£11 for salt and chilli chicken come woth 2 pieces of chicken

Today's dish showed up with disgusting hair. There was no discount or deal with making a new one. I haven't been to this store many times. We ordered three dishes, the open stove lamb belly pot, but we didn't eat it. The boss pretended to be confused and blamed us. I ordered too many dishes and couldn’t finish them, so I laughed to death.

I read a lot of posts saying that they provide soup, sugar water or vegetables. When I went there, they didn’t provide anything. I felt like I was being treated unfairly.

Absolutely fantastic. First time and will be back

It tastes terrible. The person who said it tastes good has never had good Chinese food in his life. May I ask? ? ? ? You are really responsible for every bad Chinese food in Britain. What does this make and is it so expensive? None of it was delicious. I'm really convinced.

It is considered a relatively authentic Cantonese cuisine, and the per capita consumption is about 30 to 35 pounds. The roast duck and stir-fried beef rice noodles are more recommended. Their seafood is not particularly recommended because the price is more expensive and the portion is not large. It is worth mentioning that the service attitude is also very good. In short, if you want to choose an authentic Cantonese restaurant, I think this place is worth a visit.

Not the same Ka Ka lok at previously. So disappointed.

Ka Ka Lok Restaurant has gone downhill since the change in ownership and chef. The food quality has significantly worsened, with dishes now lacking flavor and consistency. Prices have increased despite smaller portions and poorer taste. Service was inattentive and unprofessional. Overall, it's an expensive and disappointing dining experience. Not recommended at all :(

Best Chinese food ever the guy let us order the whole menu and a scranned all of it would recommend

Great restaurant, looks brighter and bigger after the refurbishment. Glad it's now open for lunchtime too. Friendly manager and staff, good atmosphere. Food delicious and hot, not overloaded with MSG. Authentic Cantonese food, good variety. We had roast duck and roast crispy pork (2 roast), fish & tofu clay pot, and fried salt & chilli prawn (which they made especially for us in place of pork). Thanks for a wonderful experience, and for making us feel welcome. 👌😊

Had a great time, great food and the staff were very friendly

Ka Ka Lok Chinese Restaurant is an absolute gem in the world of Chinese cuisine. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the tone for a memorable dining experience. Let's talk about the food – it's downright delicious. Whether you're a fan of traditional favorites or looking to try something new, Ka Ka Lok has got you covered. Their menu is packed with a wide variety of dishes, from classic favorites like General Tso's chicken to more adventurous options like spicy Szechuan tofu. Each dish is expertly crafted with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor. One thing that sets Ka Ka Lok apart is their attention to detail. Every dish is beautifully presented, making each meal feel like a special occasion. And let's not forget about the portion sizes – they're generous, ensuring you'll leave feeling satisfied. But it's not just about the food at Ka Ka Lok – the service is top-notch too. The staff are always friendly and attentive, making sure your dining experience is nothing short of excellent. Whether you're dining in or getting takeout, you can always expect prompt and courteous service. And let's talk about value. Ka Ka Lok offers incredible value for the quality of food you receive. With reasonable prices and generous portion sizes, you'll leave feeling like you got more than your money's worth. Overall, Ka Ka Lok Chinese Restaurant is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic and delicious Chinese cuisine. With its warm atmosphere, delicious food, attentive service, and great value, it's no wonder why it's a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Do yourself a favor and check it out – you won't be disappointed!

The Char Sui rice and Ice lemon tea was so like being back in HK again. The beef noodles and dim sum was so good too. We will be back very very soon. great friendly staff too.

Ordered the pork and shrimp dim sum beef fried rice and sweet and sour chicken. All tasted amazing and was well worth the trip. Would recommend!

Good quality food served with a smile and good nature at a reasonable price, but be warned the portions are huge, A great place to eat

Went for lunch on Saturday Big cup of milk tea with strong flavor, not bad Salt and pepper bones are stinky bones that have been left overnight. Maybe it’s because it’s not a dinner party The roast duck is good, not too old The barbecued pork is too thin and there is too much firewood The roasted pig has no taste. The skin could be crispy. Generally speaking, except Zuo milk tea and roast duck Isolation, same same high quality, delicious ingredients Went for Saturday lunch Ordered salt & chilli ribs Taste like overnight ribs, old and stinky. Didn’t finish it. salt and chilli was just on top, instead of being stir fried together. 3 roast is average. Duck is good but roast pork needs more flavors Bbq pork is too lean. Milk teas was amazing though, and generous portion

It's my first time to eat in the store, the service and taste are great. It feels cleaner after the renovation - recognition from Cantonese people

After the renovation, it tastes even better! In Cantonese, it means "wok"

Update after the year: After ordering, I had to wait 20 minutes for the food to be served. I had to ask for tap water before it was given to me. The roast duck tastes so salty that I frowned while eating it. The pre-meal soup was said to be unavailable at this time, but pork rib soup was served to the next table. There is no dessert after the meal either. I'm quite disappointed, I ordered a dish costing £30 per person, and this is the attitude. —— Reservations are required and there is no need to queue between 3-4pm. Delivery is available, but it is recommended to dine in for a better taste. The dining environment is average, the tables and chairs are old and greasy. The taste is very authentic Cantonese cuisine, with a mild texture and is suitable for people from all over the world to gather for dinner. The lobster braised noodles and roast pork are great. The spicy clams were average, the portion was too small and not spicy enough. The seafood fried rice is just average, worse than the ones in Chinatown restaurants. The pork ribs and lotus root soup before the meal is so fragrant! The radish beef brisket pot is also one of the must-orders every time I come here. There is also sugar water after the meal, usually taro and sago. At £20 per person for two people, you can enjoy 2 dishes, 1 soup and 1 dessert, which is quite comfortable. The portions are sufficient, and if you order three dishes, it will be too much for two people to finish.

Been here for dinner quite a few times, each time the food is delicious and service is great! The seating is a bit tight, but overall everything is great! I would recommend Ka Ka Lok to people looking to have a Chinese in Glasgow.

Best Chinese food in Guerra! Good quality and low price! I've only been here a few weeks, but I've already made Ka Ka Lok my daily dining hall.

This place has an extensive menu. Our party had two large lobsters for £80, fresh and well cooked. Good value. The winter melon soup, belly pork, the Three Stuffed Treasures (aubergine, to fu etc) and roast duck were all well cooked. The Belacan with mixed seafood was a big disappointment - not enough belacan, hardly any seafood or vegetables, and too much onion. Avoid the satay - it's not authentic, just big pieces of chicken on a stick and no peanut sauce. The tea, which we were told was special, was stewed and too strong despite repeated comments. This place is popular with mainland Chinese students. The interior decor and furnishings are nothing to write home about. The service was enthusiastic.

Great Cantonese food, nice staff, great variety of dishes.

Came all the way from London to eat at Kaka Lok! Delicious!!! Initially alarmed by the price but the food came in good portions, had amazing taste and spectacular service! Even had some complimentary slices of oranges! Would definitely recommend!

Great food and amazing service. Highly recommended

老板热心的帮忙找到丢失的钱包！！！非常感谢！！！菜也很好吃！五星好评！

Food makes you feel like you’re in Canton ! Good service and good portions. Will come again !

Great for lunch or dinner. Aesthetics are wanting but food is fantastic. Its predominantly Guangdong style trained chefs so dont bother ordering anything Sichuan like mapodaofu for example, but its one of the best places in Glasgow for Southern of Chinese food.

Went to order and pick up at the restaurant, ordered half roast aromatic duck but when I got home found a pack of dry shredded duck, not Crispy or warm or juicy, just shredded dry duck, very disappointed after reading the reviews.

Basic decor, limited language, promote bring your own bottle and the food is just unbelievably delicious. Stir fry Garlic & Chili Prawns are without doubt the best I've ever had.

The food here is good but it's not as good as it used to be given the money spent. The beef flank was tough.

My local friend took me to this place for some dinner, it was busy on a sat night but we arrived earlier than the crowd and got a table immediately. We ordered the beef hotpot with vege and the chicken with spring onion and ginger. Service was generous. Table ended up too small to accommodate the big pot , stove and sizzling plate so some maneuvering was required. We got complimentary cracker, soup, orange and dessert. A good option for authentic Chinese food in glasgow

Disappointed. £20 for a special curry and fried rice. The rice looked like leftovers from previous diners, gathered and refried. 2/10

None of your usual chicken curry or chicken chow mein. Authentic as they come. Great food. Highly recommend. 👍

The Food was yummy and delicious. The wait times for the food was long, that requires improvement. Maybe they are understaffed.

If it is Chinese food you like ,This is it. reasonably priced too. Albeit a little small and basic surroundings but the food is second to none. Wide range of menu. Not a place for romantic outings but more for those who really enjoy Oriental food.

Wow. Really delicious home delivered meal for 4 ( 2nd time my family have ordered recently). The best Chinese food we have tasted in Glasgow- a selection of main dishes from the very extensive menu and incredible dumplings. Fresh, authentic, cooked with integrity and care. Not inexpensive but worth the money for wonderfully tasty food. Highly recommend.

Having been in to the restaurant for a delicious dinner pre-pandemic, we were excited to find out we could get home delivery. However the experience couldn’t have been more different as the food was cold when it arrived and everything that was meant to be crispy was soggy and inedible. Really disappointed as at £13-16 for a main dish, it is not a cheap order to have to bin because it is inedible. We ordered just before 7pm and did not receive our order until 10pm. 3 hours waiting. Called 3 times to be told 3 different stories about who was delivering our order - 1st it was a woman driver and we were next, 2nd call it was a male driver and he was at an address miles past us the opposite direction from the restaurant and finally it was a woman driver who delivered eventually. It ruined our evening waiting. If we had been in the actual restaurant we would have walked out and found somewhere else for dinner. We didn’t have that option ordering online. Had no choice but to wait. The wait was definitely not worth it in the end and we ended up making cheese on toast as the food we ordered had to be binned. Waste of nearly £40.

Simply the best Cantonese restaurant in Glasgow.

We used to dine here before the pandemic and food was perfect every time. One of our favourite for dine in and take away. Dined here once after it reopened, just very average. This time we have a take away of roast duck. It is terrible. Big chucks of poorly chopped up pieces with more bones than meat. Meat is overcooked, skin is not crispy and it just looked like unsold leftovers from previous night. For a once well respected local restaurant, this is unacceptable and guess we will not be back for a while.

Frequentato principalmente da famiglie cinesi e da conoscitori, il ristorante offre un'ampia scelta di piatti saporiti e quantità da veri affamati. (Ma potete chiedere una doggie bag e portare a casa tutto ciò che avanza). Personale gentile e pronto. Una vera esperienza!

The dim sum was nice apart from the prawn toast which was terrible! The roast pork was tasty but dry. A bit disappointed.

I got a selection of dim sum last night and it was amazing. I am definitely going to be ordering from these guys again and again and again!

We visited this restaurant and were were greeted by the very kind owners The food was incredible and I would highly recommend their deep fried soft shell crabs!

I loved this restaurant friendly staff food excellent what a wonderful find looking for a curry on a Sunday

Having discovered this little Gem by chance a number of years ago I have recommended to so many and visited on numerous occasions over the years . Whilst the surroundings are humble the real reason for repeat visits is simply the delicious food . The menu is extensive, many dishes that are familiar and many that are far more authentic Cantonese. A family run restaurant there is a no frill feeling simply beautiful excuted cooking . Anyone looking for great value great friendly service and easily the best Cantonese cuisine in Glasgow then this is a must . You won't be disappointed.

Holy crap never had such a bad Chinese in my life took over a hour to come ,missed items ,gained unwanted items really sad experience

4 of us went for a meal here and the food was totally amazing at very cheap prices for the edge of the city centre. Doesn't look much from the outside but that is very quickly resolved once inside. Service and food 10/10

I have lived out in the Far East and this was like being in Hong Kong again. I was up in Glasgow for two nights and we went to Ka Ka Lol on both nights. The meals were terrific especially on the second night when we had duck with chilli (it came with magnificent dark mushrooms) and squid with green beans and belachan (a Malay dish) with noodles. The portions were generous and the taste was out of this world. This is authentic Chinese fayre. If you’re looking for take away style Chinese, go elsehwere. The staff were also friendly and efficient.

They delivered my order to the wrong address. Said they would send out a new order then cancelled that order without telling me. They ended by saying sorry but they would not do anything to rectify the mistake. Ridiculous. Never actually had such a bad customer service experience

Nice Chinese restaurant with a good range of authentic Chinese cuisine and reasonable price.

We haven’t been to Ka Ka Lok for a while, as we work between England and Glasgow now. We’ve been patrons since it opened. On the first day of the reintroduced national lockdown we had a takeaway from them. We ordered dry beef ho fan,...

Visited a couple of times in the past year before lockdown and can say the food is always amazing and authentic Chinese. Great place to meet family and friends and most occasions have a pretty lively atmosphere. Look forward to our next time back!

Nice food. Good portions. First visit was on Chinese New Year for take away. It was packed. Big party going on. Always a good sign. Recommend ithem

This used to be my favourite Chinese restaurant in Glasgow it was cheap, authentic Chinese food. The last two visits have been well below the good standard they previously set, I believe the restaurant has changed ownership which may be the reason for this. Service...

Went tonight for the 3rd or 4th time and previously it was okay and a wee bit pricey. Tonight it was very good and a wee bit pricey. Recommend the seafood and Japanese tofu for an interesting unusual dish. Rice bucket was good as was...

On recommendation of a friend four of us went to have lunch here between Christmas and Hogmanay. Well done, Charlie; we were welcomed politely and seated without fuss. Menu, tea and water. We were ready. First with Dim Sum, Siu Mai, a new triangular deep...

Went in to order some takeaway food and picked starter size salt & chill chips in batter and starter size salt & chilli chicken from the menu, this was £3.55 each. I also took a photo of the takeaway box meal deal poster on the...

I visit Ka Ka Lok usually once a month, always welcomed to the highest standard by the owners and head waiters. Very good food and takeaway options, never disappointing.

Visited on Sunday not impressed nothing wrong with the service at all but food a different matter starters pretty average but main course not great fried rice all stuck together satay special was of no real quality even the sauce not right my partner had...

What a place! The real authentic Chinese deal. Packed out on a Tuesday because the food is fabulous. Loved it!

Too many tables too tightly packed that you are constantly jostled by staff trying to get past to serve tables and customers arriving and leaving have to move your chair to get past. Makes it difficult to actually eat let alone enjoy the meal. Starters...

Food was brilliant, went with a group and I think everyone really enjoyed the food.

店员都很热情 还有送例汤和水果！味道还可以 肯定和国内的不能比啦 但在英国真的算还行的了 地方比较偏一些 但个人还蛮推荐的

In Glasgow so far is the best Chinese restaurant ever, if you come to Glasgow you have to go to Ka Ka Lok, believe me!!

Excellent food and service. Def back again.

Food was lovely (huge helpings) staff were very attentive and a great atmosphere. Lots of Chinese people eating there which is a good sign that the food is fresh and authentic. Definitely recommend. My husband left his jacket there and we are flying back home to Spain tomorrow, however the staff will keep it until someone can pick it up for him next week. Great friendly service.

Best Chinese in Glasgow, portion size is huge and normally enough to share with your SO or a friend, or even better get two dishes and share them! The spicy shift shell grab is really good and is normally the start of choice between me and my friends, but if you fancy a Scottish twist the battered salt and chilli chips are really awesome!

We visit here regularly and it's welcoming, friendly & consistent. Big portions & good value too. Generally we share some chicken & pak choi fried dumplings, a two roast with rice (char sui & crispy belly pork) & a whole steamed sea bass with soy,...

My husband and I ate there last night, we were a walk in and they were very accommodating. The food was amazing, and a large selection on the menu. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. We are hoping to book a table again tonight and...

Top notch Chinese restaurant - have been here several times since it opened and the standard has always been excellent. NBPrices seem high per dish, but that's because the portions are large

Great food very authentique home style....clay pot dishes are a must .roast duck cooked perfectly ..it can get very busy though .staff are very attentive

This is usually where We go for our Chinese family meal. The place is quite modern looking but quite small for a restaurant. The food is probably the best authentic Chinese Food You can get in Glasgow. service is quick and friendly . Only downside...

I haven’t had Chinese food this good since I was in Chengdu. Amazing authentic dishes well cooked, and lots of British-Chinese dishes available too! Portions are massive. There’s no pretence here. It’s just big family food ready for sharing. 1 main could do 3 people...

delicious chinese cuisine. reasonable prices too.

Leímos varios comentarios que decían que este es el mejor restaurante chino de Glasgow, y el más auténtico. A nosotros nos pareció fantástico.

The patrons there are mostly locals, not tourists - that’s a good indication of the level of service, food quality and authenticity. They serve you a complementary bowl of soup, so that’s one less thing to order on a cold rainy evening.

Me and my now fiancee really love this place and go again and again. When I decideded to finally pop the question, I wasnt sure when to do it, but after having dinner here that evening I knew that the timing is perfect. Best restaurant in glasgow!

Good prices, reasonable to large-size portions (2 mains easily does 3 people, 4 if you're not too hungry), and some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. The salt and chili squid is to die for - as are the sticky dumplings. For 3 people, we had 2 starters, 2 mains, and one fried rice and one noodles. If I hadn't been feeling particularly gluttonous, we'd have had to ask for a doggy bag.

One of the nicest Chinese in Glasgow..

Food was delicious and authentic; staff was very nice and helpful. Will definitely be back.

Este fantástico restaurante en examinar el fin de semana para una cena familiar como siempre no nos decepcionó.

One of my favourite Chinese foodie places

Good food and price, however service is a bit slow when it is crowded. Waited for 1 hour for the food to arrive.

Reasonably priced restaurant which is small and very liked from local Chinese community. The food is excellent. Variety of choices. I have been 3 times in 3 months and it looks busier and busier every time, so may be worth booking in advance.

Best Chinese food we have had in Glasgow. Loved being able to bring own alcohol. The service was good. The portions are huge. Highly recommend.

Esta fue una comida maravillosa, en todos los sentidos. El lugar estaba lleno, la mayoría de las familias asiáticas. Todo el mundo, diners y personal era muy alegre, y sin duda no nos sentimos fuera de lugar.

Definitivamente uno de los mejores restaurantes chinos en Glasgow. Pagado otra vez con mi familia en el fin de semana no me decepcionó un fantástico lugar para disfrutar de la auténtica comida china. Gran ambiente, personal muy amable y atento, aparcamiento fácil, increíble comida grande para repetir para decir lo menos y un precio muy competitivo. El pan frito picante lubina al mar era excelente recomiendo encarecidamente esta pequeña joya y para los niños volveremos pronto.

Ok this has to be done. Since I moved to Glasgow 2 years ago, good asian food is one of the things that I miss the most. I mean, the proper, mouth watering chinese food that is rich in flavour and not the typical chow mein or salt and garlic dishes that you can find in takeaways. A friend of mine mentioned this place so my husband and i gave it a try and we were blown away! Up until now, Ka Ka Lok is the restaurant that we go to whenever we want great Chinese food! Really happy with this finding.

Mis amigos y yo visitamos por primera vez. La comida es excelente. Disfrutamos de platos vegetarianos y no vegetarianos. Mi firiend disfrutamos sopa. Rollitos de primavera eran perfectos. Perfectamente cocinado y era saborear calamar impresionado con arroz frito. Más de una persona podría comer. El personal era extremadamente agradable y el ambiente familiar nos hizo sentir muy cómodos.

Authentic Chinese food in a beautifully relaxed atmosphere