Recently, the Missus was wanting some roast duck. All the usual suspects came to mind. But, for some reason, I was wondering how Sieu Sieu BBQ was doing. We used to go to Sieu Sieu back when they were in Linda Vista and our last visit was back back in 2018, my does time fly. And so I headed on over to Sieu Sieu.
Much has changed since the days of Covid. There's no more noodle soup on the menu nor is there a dine in option. These days it's all takeout.
It was quite interesting as I arrived right at opening time on a Sunday and there were actually two "old timers"....well, I probably qualify as an "old timer" these days....ahead of me. It was interesting to see what they ordered.
The two of them ordered the roast pork and the pickled mustard greens.
So, I got some roast pork, cut to order, and mustard greens, along with a half duck.
When I got home and decamped what I had bought. Well, I liked the mustard greens, but the Missus didn't appreciate the slight sweetness. I also noticed that there was pork intestine in this. A great bonus for me, but if you're not into it...well....
For me, this is wonderful side dish.
As for the Roast Pork. Well, it was so tender and juicy, full of flavor. But we didn't care for the way it was chopped.
Since part of the enjoyment of Chinese roast pork is the skin, and because it been obliterated into fragments when chopped, we could not enjoy the porky crunchiness of the pork. I'd also advise you to eat this in a timely manner as it gets drier and tougher over time. If they would chop this in a more thoughtful manner, it would be a real winnah!
As for the roast duck.
Well, the flavor was on the milder side. The skin kind of rubbery. It did better brushed with the jus and put into our air fryer. It was, as with many versions of roast duck these days, very meaty, but quite dry.
Well, it was great following those "old timers" here. That roast pork was really good, if they'd just chop it right. As for the duck; well, I'll just move on. Still, it was nice revisiting Sieu Sieu after all these years.
Sieu Sieu BBQ
7420 Clairemont Mesa Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92111
Current Hours:
Tues - Sun 930am - 630pm
Closed on Monday
Seems like really good duck is an elusive thing. Where's your favorite roasted duck source -- restaurant or market -- in the San Diego area?
Posted by: Peter | Friday, 26 July 2024 at 12:25 AM
Historically, it's been Noble Chef Peter. We need to get back there soon.
Posted by: Kirk | Friday, 26 July 2024 at 09:09 AM
I like their roast pork as long as it's eaten right away too. Last visit I saw zongzi.
Posted by: Soo | Friday, 26 July 2024 at 09:31 AM
I got there right after opening, so not everything was ready Soo. That roast pork has potential!
Posted by: Kirk | Friday, 26 July 2024 at 09:35 AM
bummer about the duck, hope they realize they are not chopping their pork properly
Posted by: kat | Friday, 26 July 2024 at 10:06 AM
I hope so too Kat! That pork can be a real winnah!
Posted by: Kirk | Friday, 26 July 2024 at 02:48 PM
I used to like the won ton soup here. Too bad they don’t do indoor eating anymore
Posted by: Som Tommy | Saturday, 27 July 2024 at 07:54 AM
I guess Covid really changed the business model here ST. Hopefully, one day......
Posted by: Kirk | Saturday, 27 July 2024 at 11:12 AM