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Chef Zhao Bistro

3.6 (199 reviews)
ModerateSzechuan
Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated 2 months ago

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Spicy Quick Fire Whole Fish - 4/5
Yvonne Y.

Another satisfying dinner at Chef Zhao. The chili chicken is still the star of the show, thank goodness. Tried a new veggie dish, Napa cabbage in sweet and sour sauce. Too watery. I've had much better dry versions elsewhere. Craving fish, so we went with the spicy whole fish. It was fine, just not amazing. Had a moment of panic when we sat down. The staff looked brand new, and two kids were helping out. The lady server was kind and spoke fluent Mandarin, though the wait was a bit long. I started worrying there might be a new owner and the chili chicken would taste different. Thankfully, it's still as good as ever. Crisis averted.

Fish filet with Boiled Fish Fillet W. Flaming Chili
Tiffany T.

Parking can be difficult to find, but food is very good. We ordered boiled fish filet with flaming chili and Chongqing chili chicken. The fish came with noodles and mushrooms, and the Chongqing chicken was some of the best I've had - perfectly cripsy and flavorful. Overall, this restaurant is a solid pick for authentic Chinese food.

Boiled Fish Fillet In Heavy Peppercorn Flavor
Gary C.

Definitely a regular at this humble Szechuan joint. Nestled just out of downtown San Mateo, this place offers delicious authentic Szechuan cuisine. We always get some form of boiling beef or fish, a vegetable dish (garlic pea sprouts today), and our absolute favorite dish that leaves us begging for me is the tofu and crab in clay pot. The texture and flavors are absolutely DIVINE. Hope to see this place flourish and thrive over the next decade because they deserve it.

Kirstin K.

Came here with friends and had an amazing dinner! Truly spicy and mala numbness. Love it!

Braised chicken with potatoes and noodles  The Chinese name says it's called Xinjiang big plate chicken
Marshall Y.

Pleasantly surprised by how good the takeout was. Everything came piping hot. Twice cooked pork very flavorful. The leeks are soft and edible like caramelized onion. Usually i would just eat around the leeks. You'll definitely need to pair with rice Garlic eggplant legit Braised sauce chicken definitely had the numbing spice. Be prepared. May need to scrape off some of the pods Large portions

Spicy Cold Noodle
Byron H.

Went here on the advice of Kenji Lopez-Alt and suffice to say, extremely happy. Hands down the best chicken wings I've had. They only use the middle part of the wing, and chop it in half so they can get just that extra bit of batter on it. Perfect amount of heat and mala, with just the barest hint of sweetness made this dish worth the 30 minute drive. The cold spicy jelly noodles had wonderful flavor, definitely will reorder. the mapo tofu - flavor was on point, again, the perfect amount of heat and numbing. my only complaint was that tofu cubes are a bit larger than I personally like (I tend to mix everything with white rice, and the larger cubes makes it just a tad longer. The leaf tripe - I didn't have it, but the wife loved it. Scallion pancake - perfectly crispy, and thin. It's not a fancy place, but for authentic Sichuan taste, this is so far the best in the bay we've had.

Stir Fried Chicken In Heavy Peppercorn Flavor
Abby E.

Really good food. Must get the fried chicken and Szechuan spicy fried shrimp. Casual, unassuming spot but sneaky good food with authentic dishes. Would recommend for a big group.

Ziqi L.

They have pretty good spicy food and its actually really spicy with mala too. Ive came here a few times and had different food, all the spicy foods are a good spicy. The glass noodles (attached in my picture) are my must get everytime I was there. The women waiter is really good at recommending food if you ask her. However, the food here is a bit pricey and lowkey not worth the price. But once in a while it's ok. If your looking for spicy mala food this place is your place to go.

毛血旺
Wenting M.

Been back to this restaurant multiple times already and it's certainly a gem in the peninsula area! They serve authentic Szechuan food, and the servers are very friendly! Parking here is not difficult to find, there are a lot of spaces near the old downtown, and also ample street parking. We ordered the 辣子鸡 which is one of their best dishes! The chicken is crispy and flavorful, with numbing spices. This is a must try and we continue to order this every time we visit. We also ordered the 毛血旺, which was only $20 for a large portion! This was also very flavorful and a little spicy. We ordered pea sprouts, it was a little salty but I did enjoy the taste. The highlight for me was the 红糖酥皮糍粑. This is fried to perfection, it tastes so crispy while it's fresh out of the kitchen. Remember to eat this while it's hot because once it's cold it's hard to chew. Overall this is one of my favorite restaurants in the peninsula area, would definitely keep coming back to try other dishes!

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Excellent sichuan food. Best shredded potato's, boiled fish. Ching Qing chicken is also good

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4.1(267 reviews)
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Tang Bar is easily my favorite malatang spot in the Bay Area right now. I've tried quite a few…read moreplaces, and this one really stands out in terms of both quality and flavor. First off, the ingredients are noticeably fresh. The veggies are crisp, the meats taste clean, and everything looks well-maintained at the self-serve bar, which already sets a good impression before you even start cooking. There's also a great variety, so it's easy to customize your bowl exactly how you like it. I went with the Szechuan classic soup base, and it was honestly one of the most authentic versions I've had outside of China. The broth had a deep, rich flavor with that perfect balance of spice and the signature numbing Sichuan peppercorn kick. It wasn't just spicy for the sake of it--it had real depth and complexity. Another highlight is the value. If you spend over $20, you get free dessert, and they offer coconut milk sago and bingfen. Both are super refreshing and help cool things down after the heat from the malatang, which is a really nice touch. Overall, it's well worth the price for the quality you're getting. Great food, solid portions, and a satisfying experience every time. I'll definitely be coming back again in the future and would recommend it to anyone craving authentic malatang.

popular malatang place with a sleek interior & fresh ingredients! the vibe here is more self-serve,…read moreas you pick your malatang ingredients, then grab your own water, utensils, and sauces. once you've given them your bowl to be cooked, you'll find a spot to sit and pick up the food when it's ready. it can get crowded here, so try to grab a table as soon as possible! a few things set this place apart for me - i like how fresh the ingredients look and the variety of soup and dry pot flavors. they have the standard malatang broths, but they also have a spice-free chicken broth, a pickled veggie broth, and four dry pot flavors. they also have no minimum weight limit so you can get a really cheap meal if you're a light eater or just not hungry! unfortunately, i do think their ingredient bar is set up kinda weird - it's a little strange that the veggies and other non-meat items come after the meat and seafood. it feels a little gross to me, but everything still looked clean? the food itself was quite good though. i got the chicken broth and i really enjoyed how savory and deep the flavor was. it wasn't too greasy or heavy either. the ingredients were all very fresh tasting and i always enjoy the customizability of malatang. solid spot with great ambiance for a lunch or dinner, especially for groups or individuals with diverse tastes/preferences!

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Zhangliang Malatang

4.3(324 reviews)
1.8 mi
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Really like the concept of a build-your-own hotpot bowl. My friend and I were debating between a…read moretypical hot pot place or malatang, and we opted for something new for us. So glad we did! We arrived at around 7pm on a Saturday and were fortunate that there was no wait. We were immediately seated. After we got our table, we went over to the ingredients station and built our bowls. There was a wide variety and good selection of ingredients, from different types of protein to veggies and noodles. Given how much there was to choose from, it would be very easy to go overboard and get too much. I made sure to only get as much as I could eat. After we grabbed our ingredients, we went over to the register, where they weighed our bowls and we picked our soup base. I chose the mushroom soup, and this was delicious. It was flavorful, and I could really taste the mushroom, which I loved. Overall, we had a wonderful meal, and we will definitely be back in the future.

If you haven't tried Zhangliang Malatang yet, this is your sign. This San Mateo location is easily…read morethe best one in the chain and a must-try for anyone in the area. Pro Tips: -Get there right when they open. The ingredients are at their freshest and you'll have the pick of the litter before the rush comes through. -Be mindful of your bowl weight--it adds up fast. Tofu and mushrooms are sneaky heavy. Load up strategically or you'll be in for a surprise at checkout. -Choose your spice level wisely. The mala is legit and does NOT play around. If you're not a regular spice person, start mild and work your way up on future visits. Food (5/5): The selection at this location sets it apart from other Zhangliangs. They carry beef shank, pork belly, and a wider variety of proteins that you won't always find at the other spots. The veggies and mushrooms are fresh, and the broth options are rich and flavorful--the mala has that deep, numbing kick that hits just right. The self-serve model is fun and lets you build exactly what you're craving. It's the kind of place where every visit can be a different meal, which keeps it exciting. Ambiance (5/5): Spacious, vibrant, and well laid out. Unlike some of the other locations that can feel a bit cramped, this one gives you room to breathe. The ingredient stations are organized and easy to navigate without bumping into other people, which makes a huge difference during peak hours. The downtown San Mateo setting is a nice bonus too--plenty of parking options and easy to pair with a walk around the area after. Overall: 5/5 -- not only for the experience on its own, but especially when compared to other Zhangliang locations. The ingredient quality, the selection, and the space all make this the one to visit. Whether you're a malatang veteran or trying it for the first time, you're going to leave happy. Just respect the spice levels.

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Earl Spicy

Earl Spicy

4.3(492 reviews)
7.3 mi
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I'd been craving that spicy grilled fish from Earl Spicy for months. I'd talked about it so much…read morethat this time, instead of just dragging my husband, I brought the kids and my son's friend too. I was basically forming a fan club. But right before we left, my husband looked up the hours and said, "Wait... it's called Taste of Four Seasons now?" Uh, what? Did Earl Spicy close? Yelp still showed it alive and well, so we decided to go check it out anyway. My heart was already committed. We got there around 7 PM on a Friday. A few tables were filled -- seemed like a good sign. Plenty of servers, but no sign of the old owner. I started feeling a little nervous. We looked through the menu... no spicy grilled fish. Cue quiet panic. I pulled out my phone and showed the server a picture from our last visit. She said they still have it -- it's just made differently now and it's really good. Also, they now use a fresh fish called 多寶魚 instead of the frozen fish Earl Spicy used. Now, my husband and I thought we had decent Chinese, but we had no idea what 多寶魚 was. We stared at the tank she pointed to, still clueless. And honestly, if Earl Spicy really used frozen fish, they fooled us -- it never tasted frozen. I asked how much it was, since it wasn't on the menu. She said $42 per pound, usually around 1.5 pounds. I figured maybe $65-70. More than Earl Spicy's $48 XL version, but hey -- I am here for it. We ordered a few other dishes too. First came the "New Style Sweet and Sour Pork & Shrimp." The menu said pork and chicken, but the server said it was a typo -- it's actually pork cheek and shrimp. It ended up being the best dish of the night. The shrimp was excellent, 5/5. The pork cheek was good too, just a little fatty -- maybe 4/5 for me. My husband wanted Szechuan pepper chicken. The server said the kitchen could make it, even though only a tea-flavored version was listed. What we got was stir-fried chicken with jalapeños. Not deep-fried, not spicy, just... dry. It didn't really land. My son's friend loves fried rice, so we got the $19.95 special fried rice. It came out shaped like a fish -- super cute. First bite though? "Why is this so hard and dry?" the kids asked. I tried it -- yup, same. Crunchy in a weird way, like it had been sitting on the heat too long. I asked the server, and she apologized and had the kitchen remake it. The second version was slightly better, but still dry. Maybe that's just how they do it. Next came the salted fish eggplant casserole. It was only $9.85, but no one really touched it. Just not great. And finally, the main event: the fish I'd been dreaming about. It arrived in the same tray as before, but no tea light underneath. Not a big deal. They'd added a mountain of flat noodles (河粉) underneath, but the fish itself? Dry. Bland. Not the spicy grilled fish I remembered. The sauce was thin, almost like gravy, and the noodles were just soaked sadly in it. A friendly lady (maybe the new owner?) came by and explained that the restaurant now serves southern Chinese-style food, which is different from Earl Spicy's. I smiled politely, but inside I was crying, Why didn't you say that before we ordered? She brought out complimentary glass jelly for dessert -- nice touch. I liked it, but the kids thought it was too bitter. Then came the bill. The fish? $111.77. I did a double take. How was that 2.6 pounds?! I thought about asking, but my husband gave me the look: "Let's just go." So we paid. With tax and tip, the total came out to nearly $240. Final verdict: RIP Earl Spicy. You were loved. You are missed. As for Taste of Four Seasons? Once was enough.

Right off the bat, the service is impressive here, especially for a Chinese restaurant. Their menu…read moreis extensive with beautiful pictures to help you decide. The price point is a little high and I wondered if it's because they're not getting too many customers and they're just trying to stay in business. The restaurant is quite roomy and decorated with an authentic flare. We were greeted by friendly faces who very warm in all of their interactions. Here's how everything ranked: $22.95 Salted egg prawns $21.95 Spicy fried fish $21.95 Garlic pea sprouts $13.95 Beef scallion pancake rolls I think these are pretty standard Chongqing province dishes. Our The salted prawns were definitely flavorful with umami goodness -- you can really taste a good amount of quality salted egg, the prawns were huge without too much batter and the dish was a good size. I also enjoyed the little corn crunchies. Second best was the fried fish. Their standard level is not very spicy even though it comes with a ton of red peppers so if you like it hot, then don't hesitate to let them know. I appreciate that they don't heavily batter their fish. Our dishes arrived surprisingly quickly, almost too quickly and I felt the dishes could've been hotter so I'm not sure if they were already premade and just kept on a warmer or what. All in all the meal was satisfying and Earl Spicy would probably hit the mark for a lot of people.

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4.1(110 reviews)
1.2 mi
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Honestly, I never had high expectations for "Yunnan cuisine" in the U.S., but Ping's Bistro…read morecompletely proved me wrong--and I'm happily so. From the first visit, it was clear this isn't an "Americanized Chinese restaurant," but a place that truly understands Chinese cooking, technique, and flavor. What impressed me most were the mushroom dishes. Being able to enjoy mushrooms with such depth and complexity in the U.S. is already rare. The aroma isn't built from heavy seasoning, but from the ingredients themselves, fully brought out. The flavors are clean, natural, and incredibly fragrant--the kind that lingers and keeps you wanting more. It immediately brought back memories of authentic Yunnan flavors. Even more impressive were some of the seemingly ordinary stir-fried dishes. At first glance, they look simple, almost unassuming. One bite in, though, and you instantly understand what real wok hei is. That smoky, high-heat flavor can only come from a skilled chef using proper equipment and precise timing. It's not greasy or overpowering--just deeply aromatic and perfectly balanced. Simple, yet elevated. Overall, this is a restaurant that doesn't rely on gimmicks, fancy plating, or social-media hype. Everything is driven by pure technique and respect for ingredients. Each dish has a clear identity and leaves a lasting impression--not something you just photograph and forget, but something you actually remember. In the Bay Area, where Chinese restaurants are everywhere but truly great ones are rare, Ping's Bistro is a place I'd gladly return to again and again. If you're looking for something different, want to experience real wok hei, or simply appreciate honest, well-executed Chinese cooking, this spot is absolutely worth a dedicated visit.

We made a reservation for a party of 9 and they gave us a private room which was nice since we were…read morecelebrating a birthday. You order on an iPad and the server will come in after to confirm the choices you ordered. If you like spicy mala food, this is the place to try! Everything we ordered was mild spicy since some people in our party couldn't handle spicy well and it was still kicking but with good flavor! Everything we ordered was honestly delicious. I can't remember the names, but definitely order the full fish soup, the fried rice and and the cauliflower with lotus root. The only downside is the servers mainly speak mandarin and super quick! But they do understand English and the iPad can be converted to English.

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4.1(89 reviews)
6.0 mi
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Came to this place for the first time. They have an amazing menu: good food, broad range, and…read moredelicious Every dish we ordered was delicious. I like the rich and spicy flavor. I especially liked the lamb given the good blend of flavor. The dishes need to go with white rice.The rice completes the lamb and ma po tofu. Without it, the spice in these two flasks would too much.

If you're looking for a good authentic Sichuan-style Chinese restaurant, this Little Chengdu is for…read moreyou. Coming in on a Friday night, the place wasn't packed at all so we got seated really quickly. There's a QR code for you to look at the menu with English translation. Our party of 3 ordered the Dry Fried Cauliflower, Three Kind of Chili Fish Fillet, Spicy Crispy Beef (which I highly recommend), and the Dry Fried String Beans. From the last couple of times I've been, all their fish dishes are extremely flavorful and I would highly recommend. Keep in mind that this is a Sichuan restaurant so the dishes can come really spicy, so they also let you make adjustments to the spice levels if you talk to the waiter. Food came out in roughly 10-20 minutes which was very fast and service is very attentive. Definitely would help to have a Chinese speaking person with you! Overall, great restaurant and I'd highly recommend if you're in Millbrae and looking for some authentic Chinese food.

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4.1(860 reviews)
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Came to Boiling Beijing again recently for Mother's Day…read more We got a ton of items - their cold noodle, fish, Peking duck, vegetables, appetizers, and more. Everything was delicious. Standout was definitely the Peking duck - super tasty, generous portions, and they prepared the duck 3 ways, including a delicious soup with the bones. Price was very reasonable given quality and quantity. Service was friendly and prompt despite the restaurant being absolutely packed for dinner. It did get pretty loud inside, but that's to be expected given how full it was. Lots of large tables and families eating together.

We called ahead to reserve for a 7pm seating (the last seating for Peking Duck) for a table of 5…read more It was so so busy in there with a lot of people crowded around the hostess table. You need to check in and let them know you arrived so they can put you in the queue to be seated. Even though we arrived at 6:45 we didn't get seated until 7:15 (aka no point in arriving early if you have a reservation). The Peking Duck is what they are famous for and deservedly so. It is so so good and the presentation is beautiful. Skin is crispy, meat is tender, wrappers are thin. They give you an option to have the Duck remains (bones and left over meat) to be made into a soup or stir fry and we opted for the soup. It was so clean and healthy tasting. One of the best places for Peking duck in the bay. A must try

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4.3(388 reviews)
5.6 mi
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Free parking
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Potstickers and steamers were good. Restaurants was crowded when we arrived, so quite noisy, but…read morewas seated immediately.

I was looking for an Asian restaurant for a light early dinner on Saturday, and found Yuanbao…read moreJiaozi. My fellow Yelpers didn't disappoint. This place met everything I was looking for: plenty of parking (inside Burlingame Plaza), near SFO, efficient service, and high ratings. When my daughter and I arrived a little before 5:30pm, they were already pretty full. By the time we left, a little after 6pm, there're people waiting at the door. We got seated right away. Service was minimal. We helped ourselves to the pitcher of water on the table. After looking at the menu on the table, we placed our order by scanning a QR code. Since we're not too hungry. We ordered one appetizer and one noodle dish to share. The special mix salad came pretty quickly. We ordered "less spicy", and it had the perfect amount of heat. All the ingredients tasted fresh and the dish had a bit of everything we wanted to try. I liked the tofu skin the best, and my daughter loved the crunchy cucumber. It would be even better if they included lotus roots as well. It took a little while for the house special beef noodle soup (less spicy) to arrive, but it was totally worth the wait. It came piping hot. The broth was very flavorful, with the right amount of red pepper. It wasn't oily at all. The beef was super tender. I loved the texture of the noodles, and the beef to noodle ratio was not bad. A really solid dish. Would love to come back again to try their other dishes, especially their xiao long bao.

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