Xiao Li

Classy and unpretentious, this Chinese restaurant serves traditional cuisine made from family recipes.

The Scene
There is an understated blending of Chinese art into the contemporary setting. The arrangement of the wood tables and chairs and the absence of music are well suited to business...

Posted by by Contributor at Citysearch on August 14, 2003. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Pretty but bland

Average Rating

40

While catering to a fancy high end clientele, Xiao fails to deliver on taste. And texture which is so important to the Chinese meal. I've gone here a number of times for business and found nothing memorable or worth recommending.

Posted by by stormwa at Citysearch on August 08, 2006. Brought to you by Citysearch.

reasonable yet nice

Average Rating

80

Great authentic Chinese food. We tend to go during the early dinner hour (5pm or so) and hardly anyone else is there. Prices are very reasonable ($8-12) especially for downtown. Everything we have ordered at Xiao Li is fresh and tasty. ...

Posted by by Kristen C. at Judy's Book on March 16, 2006. Brought to you by Judy's Book.

what happened?

Average Rating

20

I'd been here a couple times a couple years ago and it was great. But, recently I went again, and it was terrible. One of the few times I've ever sent a dish back at a restaurant.
Service was excruciatingly slow, despite the restaurant being only half full. It was one misstep after another. My partner and I were very unhappy afterwards. This restaurant no longer lives up to the awards that adorn its walls. Boo hiss.

Pros

+ none anymore

Cons

- greasy, bland food, negligent service, strange smells

Posted by by jacdx at Citysearch on March 02, 2006. Brought to you by Citysearch.

Average Rating

100

This is a favorite. The decor is beautiful with salt water fish tanks, and asian decor. The service is wonderful. The food is delicious. ...

Posted by CitysearchUser 1ed847 on August 12, 2005. Brought to you by rateitall.

Classy? More like crappy!

Average Rating

20

Worst Chinese food I have ever had. Over-priced, small portions, horrible service.

Cons

- BAD SERVICE, BAD FOOD, DIRTY DISHES

Posted by by csano at Citysearch on August 03, 2005. Brought to you by Citysearch.

This fine dining restaurant offers Chinese food.

Atmosphere: The establishment has an elegant décor enhanced by displayed artwork. The restaurant is spacious with high ceilings. It has a comfortable atmosphere.

More Reasons to Go: Xiao Li is appropriate (if not ideal) for entertaining clients.

Eating & Drinking: Open for lunch and dinner.

Details to Note: Reservations are suggested.

Ways...

Posted on July 13, 2013. Brought to you by dinesite.

This has been named the best Chinese restaurant by Salt Lake City Magazine since 1997. The owner is also the chef and has a unique talent for creating sauces that range from fiery to almost ethereal. Its menu and decor are both enjoyable even if the tile floors and exposed brick walls tend to create a rather noisy environment. Following Chinese tradition, entrees are served family style. The...

Posted on January 14, 2008. Brought to you by wcities.