The Hot Wok

The Hot Wok has been a Tollcross institution on Tollcross Road for many years, with a loyal local following built on food cooked fresh to order rather than kept under a heat lamp. Sweet and sour chicken, chicken chow mein and beef curry are the popular orders, with seafood and European dishes also on the menu. Reviewers describe it as "the best Chinese food I've ever tasted" and consistently note that the kitchen's cook-to-order approach adds to wait time but improves quality measurably. Over 2,600 customers have rated the venue across platforms; the divide in reviews tends to fall between those who value freshness and those who expect speed. Closed Wednesdays. Available through Foodhub and other delivery platforms for Tollcross delivery.