Chili Square is a small Chinese restaurant specializing in hand-pulled noodles and Northwestern Chinese cuisine. We walked into a simple, modest space with only a handful of tables, the kind of casual neighborhood eatery where the focus is clearly on the food rather than the surroundings. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The dining room was tight and functional, with a no-frills setup that kept the attention on the noodles coming out of the kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The energy was practical and unpretentious, and the steady flow of customers reflected its reputation as a destination for anyone craving authentic Chinese noodle dishes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The hand-pulled noodles are the highlight of the menu. We ordered a few different styles and found the Biang Biang noodles standing out with their wide, chewy texture that held up well to the bold sauces. The Lanzhou beef noodle soup offered a lighter broth paired with freshly stretched noodles that had a clean, satisfying bite. The spicy lamb hand-pulled noodles were another popular choice, combining tender meat with a flavorful sauce that had a satisfying amount of heat. Beyond the noodles, the cumin lamb burger, steamed dumplings, and cold skin noodles provided plenty of variety if we wanted to explore more of the menu. Each dish arrived hot and well assembled, and the portions were generous for the price. The restaurant operates with a very straightforward, self-service style. Seating is limited, and the dining room fills up quickly during busy hours, so waiting for a table is common. The service is fairly minimal, with the emphasis placed on getting the food out rather than providing a full-service dining experience. Water and utensils are self-serve, and the overall experience feels more like grabbing an authentic meal than dining somewhere with polished hospitality. It is also worth knowing that Chili Square is cash only, so planning ahead will save you from any surprises when it is time to pay. The staff moved through the room efficiently, and the noodles came out hot and freshly pulled. Overall, Chili Square is a great choice if you are looking for authentic hand-pulled noodles and bold Northwestern Chinese flavors. The small space, cash-only policy, and simple service require a little flexibility, but the freshly made noodles and generous portions make it well worth the visit if the food is your main priority. read more

Chili Square - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Chili Square is a no frills restaurant that serves delicious noodles! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have remodeled the restaurant since the last time I've visited... such a nice upgrade ;)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Keep in mind, Chili Square is CASH ONLY so make sure to have some cash on you. There used to be a Bank of America ATM right across the street but it seems like it is no longer there unfortunately. Their biang biang noodles are fire & you really can't go wrong with getting the dry version or with soup. Honestly, this has been my favorite spot to get noodles lately. Last week, I literally went here almosevery day for dinner (I wish I was kidding). My favorite dishes to order from here include: - Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodles - Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodle Soup - Fish Filet with Chili Pepper - Chongching Chicken with Chili Pepper Visually, the dishes don't look like generous portions but actually they're quite filling! The cumin lamb Biang Biang noodles (w/o soup) is generally my go-to because it's SO FLAVORFUL. The lamb is cooked well & doesn't taste gamey at all. It's a tad spicy but won't kill you hahaha. They do have another version of this dish that comes with soup & it's a great option if you're feeling a soup. This also has amazing flavor but of course, not as flavorful as the dry version since it comes with soup. I highly recommend getting the fish filet with chili peppers if you love a fried fish! They make it incredibly crispy without making the fish taste dry. This is perfect with a bowl of rice. Now, the chongching chicken wings have to be the spiciest dish out of my favorites. This is a great snack! I usually get this to share if I'm eating here with a group or if I'm getting takeout, I'll get this as an entree.The pieces are crispy, spicy, and juicy. What more can you ask for? SO GOOD. For dine in, it is Cash Only. If you do takeout and don't have cash/want to go grab cash, what I like to do is order through UberEats. This way, it charges credit card & you can just go in to pick it up or choose for delivery. read more

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Decided to stop in at local business we hadn't been for awhile, the lady had a craving! Must say it hit the spot tonight. The elder ladies are always nice, and the food is prepared with care! Cash only per usual so be prepared if you do visit (i recommend it so) We ordered the crispy fish fillet with chili peppers + cumin lamb biang biang noodles. Everything was on point tonight. Had a long, rough day at work and it hit the spot. Fish was LIGHT, very crispy and fresh. The seasoning and chili peppers were not too spicy and packed with flavor. Grabbed a side of rice to go with it. The cumin lamb was tender, noodles were large flat and had great chew. The flavor depth had salty, spicy, savory... it was just sooo good to slurp! Definitely ordering both dishes again! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was vibrant tonight, people from all walks were stopping in for dinner! It was great for such a tiny cafe restaurant![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Support them if you in Quincy! read more

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If you're craving some seriously thick, chewy, hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles, Chili Square will definitely satisfy that specific texture craving. The noodles themselves are perfectly executed and have that amazing bite to them, but unfortunately, the sauce left a little to be desired. Even ordering them with just a "little spice," the flavor profile relies heavily on pure capsaicin heat rather than a deeply seasoned, complex sauce. The popcorn chicken was delicious though. It arrived fresh, piping hot, incredibly crispy, and perfectly seasoned--plus, it provided a much-needed palate cleanser to cool down from the noodle heat! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The shop itself is clean and typical of a quick, no-frills, grab-and-go Asian restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] While the staff has limited English, they are incredibly sweet, patient, and welcoming. If I were having an intense craving for wide noodles I'd pop back in, but otherwise, there are a few better, more flavorful options in the area for Chinese-style noodles. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Small area for sitting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I walked over from the subway, so parking wasn't an issue for me. This is a cash only restaurant. There's no restroom. I did not feel welcomed. When they bought the bowl to me , it felt like she threw the bowl onto the table.The amount of meat felt less than what I usually get from other places. The broth is super tasty and noodles were bouncy/ chewy. read more

Chili Square - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Small no frills restaurant, difficult to seat any parties larger than 4 and can fill up very quickly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Probably the best hand pulled noodles I've had so far in Boston. The spicy fish fillets were good, however over breaded/fried and felt like I was eating more flour than fish at times. read more

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Such a hidden gem mom-and-pop shop![[HIGHLIGHT]]Not many tables but not too busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Came specifically for the cumin lamb biang biang noodles. The noodles had the perfect chewy texture, and the lamb was very tender and flavorful. Huge bowl for $13 (enough for 2 servings for me), cash only fyi. read more

Chili Square - Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

I decided to stop by here for dinner on a Friday night when my boyfriend and I were looking for a restaurant that serves spicy Chinese food. The Yelp reviews here were good and I received a recommendation from my cousin who lives locally. When I arrived, there were 2 tables filled and another 2 or 3 empty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is not big, but it is clean and modest.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the lamb biang biang noodles which seems to be one of their signature dishes, and the luo si fen snail noodles. The Luo Si Fen was very bland and lacked flavor. It was also not spicy although we asked for extra spicy on both orders. The lamb biang biang noodles, while not spicy, was very savory and flavorful. My boyfriend and I devoured the lamb biang biang noodles and recommend definitely ordering this if you come! Food came out quickly and service was also quick. This place is a nice place to grab a quick bite at decent prices -- I would not recommend ordering dishes that are not their signature (also do not recommend if you love spicy food and are looking for true spicy food.), but if going the recommended dish route, would recommend stopping by here! P.S. There's lots of dessert places nearby and other options so it's a great place to grab food and then hop somewhere else after! read more

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Food: it was amazing strong and flavorful spice with nicely cooked noodles. Definitely gives the "this is some real Chinese cuisine" feel. Both the noodle soup and regular "dry" noodles had a great taste that doesn't go into the "too much going on" territory. I had 3 dishes here but will definitely go back to try others. Water is self-serve from a container near the register. Service: is ok. You'll get served eventually. I'm definitely here more for the food than service. It's a little confusing because the menu took a bit to come out to the table, so I didn't know if there was some other process. There's a QR code on the table but it looked more like delivery and was pretty much all in Chinese (don't know which one). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance: chill spot. It's small, nothing fancy at all, but still clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not winning awards but it's not affecting my enjoyment.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking: side streets that look residential have plenty of spots within a short walk. Other: for the noodle soup, they have those really flimsy plastic spoons that bend easy. I'd honestly bring my own soup spoon next time. That wasn't very cool. read more

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Chili Square is a very small restaurant so there may be a wait, but the food is worth it! We had the chicken biang biang noodles and Lanzhou beef brisket noodle soup. The broth was hearty and flavorful and both noodles were delicious. If you like spicy, I would ask them to add more chili oil. Ours were mild. read more

Chili Square - Spicy Chicken Biang Biang Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

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Chili Square needs to be updated to 5 stars. Their hand pulled chewy noodles are addicting and the best you can find in the area. The spice level is perfect and flavors are big. We also tried the beef noodle soup this time and it was delicious. The broth was so flavorful and had that 5 spice taste that kept you going back for more. The noodles in the soup were also top notch. Our kid had 3 servings because he just couldn't get enough. Don't be nervous about ordering from here if you aren't Chinese. I called in an order in English without any issues. Cash only though. read more

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4.2/5! This is definitely my favorite biang biang noodle dish, including restaurants I've tried in Chinatown from New York and Chicago. The chili oil packs so much flavor, and I appreciate the cabbage too. I would prefer the chicken to be white over dark meat, but that's okay. Overall my go-to dish the three times that I've been here. We also decided to try the spicy cumin lamb burger during one of our visits. 3/5 as it was pretty dry, and the flavor was lacking for me. Lastly, we tried the cold skin noodles. It was a lighter and more refreshing option! I really enjoyed the cucumbers, sprouts, and the fried bean curd (?) paired with the chili vinegar-like sauce. Would get this again in the future spring/summer days! read more

Chili Square - Spicy Chicken Biang Biang Noodle, Spicy Cumin Lamb Burger - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

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This place accepts CASH ONLY!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small noodle place in Wollaston Station area, there are only 6 tables inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered Biang biang noodles with cumin lamb and lamb kebab. Both are delicious!! Service was prompt, I got my food within 10 mins. The noodle aren't as spicy as I'd expect it to be but definitely check them out for authentic Chinese noodle experience. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is a legit hole in the wall. About five or so tables. Very small.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Cash only restaurant and very small menu. Tried the biang biang chicken noodles and it was so good. My favorite was the beef noodle soup. It was absolutely delicious. The Korean fried chicken was good as well. Some cold beef came to our table and even though we didn't order it and it was their mistake, they allowed us to enjoy it free of charge. Cannot wait to come back and try more dishes ! read more

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Can someone please explain to me why this place accepts "cash only" despite the fact that it obviously is capable of doing online ordering and delivery, for example, at least through the modern system's ChowBus? I can't think of any reason other than tax fraud or at least an attempt thereof... We did ask them whether they would consider taking Venmo or other form of money transfer, but it insisted we walk through the rain to find an ATM to get cash. This took off one star. I came here after experiencing a delicious LanZhou Beef Noodle bowl at a highly rated restaurant in Montreal (see my other review). I gave this Chili place a try hoping for the same experience, but was very disappointed. See pictures. Food was inside, tasteless and bland. The lamb kebab was kind of okay actually. But I'm never coming back here again. read more

Chili Square - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

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Chili Square always hits when you want some good Biang Biang Noodles and Sizchuan dishes. Ugh, I was craving this kind of food all day and Chili square HIT THE SPOT. Favorite dish: Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodles Ugh and with vinegar on top of the noodles SO GOOD and UMAMI Food was served very fast and it's easy to get water and bowls in your own. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Love how efficient and cozy the place is.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The server is also very sweet (: read more

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Very small spot, great noodles. Staff was polite and kind. Hand pulled spicy noodles were not very spicy, but the chongqing chicken is! Both very good. We also had an order of scallion pancakes and they were made perfectly. I wish it came with a soy dipping sauce. There is a self serve water dispenser but I did not notice any other beverage options unless it was out back and not listed on the menu. read more

Chili Square - Spicy Lamb Hand pulled Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

I've been meaning to go to Chili Square for a while, and finally made it on my last trip to Quincy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant is small (maybe 5 tables), and most everything is self service in front of the counter (including water, styrofoam side bowls, utensils, napkins).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's also cash only. Overall I enjoyed some of the things I had here, but probably wouldn't come back. The beef noodle soup had nice flavor, The biangbiang noodles were good but not my favorite, and the chicken (bone, skin on) was quite tender with good flavor. The spicy fish fillet was huge and had a good amount of fish, but one of the fillets seemed a bit undercooked... Cucumbers cooked in the spicy broth was also an interesting choice. The chongqing chicken was coated in chili powder, which I didn't enjoy so much, and didn't have much savory flavor. Overall I had a pleasant experience here, but there's nothing here that I wouldn't rather get at a different restaurant. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a hole in the wall type of place where you get your own water, cups, forks styrofoam bowls and napkins[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The server literally throws the menu at you, doesn't crack a smile but the food is decent. If you can handle the spice this place is for you. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance ? If you don't mind listening to your neighbors's conversation, you'll be eating well and also entertained.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Cash only. read more

Chili Square - noodles - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Very small place but good food Street parking. Have to come early for a decent seat because the spot is so small. Within an hour, the place was filled up with people and more people were waiting outside since there was no waiting place inside. Got the beef brisket noodle soup, which was delicious. Good amount of spice. Flavorful. Noodles were good. Brisket is acceptable but a bit chewy. Good for a cold rainy day. We also got chicken wings and lamb kebobs. I'd order the wings again but not the kebobs. Wings are nicely coated with sauce on the crispy outer and meat falls off bone. I'd come back again. Wish this spot was bigger. Also, cash only, which is a shame. read more

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This is a small Taiwanese restaurant located in the heart of Quincy. It's cozy inside since there's only 5-6 small tables available for seating. They are known here for their delicious Lanzhou and Biang Biang noodles. For less than $12, their entrees are a deal! I recommend the Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodle Soup and the Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup which had lots of flavor and came with a generous portion. The biggest cons are that they're cash only, there is no public restroom, and it can feel small and cramped inside with the tables being very close to each other. read more

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What a cool spot! I wanted noodle soup and stopped by this spot. The inside is not very big and we came on a Monday Night - there were people here but we got seated right away. Keep in mind that this place is cash only - but there is a Bank of America ATM right around the corner. I got the lanzhou beef noodle soup and swapped the noodles for hand pulled. The noodles were amazing consistency and the beef was tender. I opt'd for no spice and added it on the side. Soup is fairly clean and tasty! I would come back again. read more

Chili Square - Lan Lanzhou Beef Noodle Soup - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Awesome authentic noodles, really bring me back to those homemade China market! Glad they have 1-2 not spicy noodles my husband enjoy so much, only $12. The lamb skewers are delicious, just a bit too salty. Cash only! Auntie there is so nice ! read more

The cumin lamb biang biang noodles are fantastic! The noodles have great chew, the lamb is very tender, and at the price point ($12.99 plus tax/tip) couldn't ask for more. The dish is mildly spicy. There are a few tables inside, but would come with a smaller group because it'll be trickier to fit a group larger than 4. It is also cash only. Service was quick and food came out fast. read more

Chili Square - Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Reaaally good spot for noodles and other Chinese dishes. Just a few things up front: they are cash only (there's a Bank of America ATM across the intersection in case you don't have cash) and the restaurant itself is very small and no frills. You go in and order with the hostess/waitress at the back. You'll seat yourself and your food will be brought to you. There's self-serve water at the back as well. This is a very Chinese place in that I think all the patrons and the hostess primarily spoke Chinese, but by no means is it required. The widespread Chinese only confirms its authenticity. We came in on a weekend afternoon and there was enough seating for the two of us, but I can see how it could get really busy during rush hours. I'd recommend coming at an off hour or ordering delivery/takeout for the best experience. Now on to the food! We got a spicy lamb biang biang noodle, Lanzhou beef noodle soup, spicy fried fish, and scallion pancakes. All the dishes were A+. Literally the best Chinese noodles I've had in the greater Boston area. The spicy dishes are solidly spicy so beware. But overall I'll definitely be back! read more

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Authentic Chinese food. The lamb kabab is amazing! It worth my 1.5h driving here from Worcester. Note that the chili is moderate for Chinese but ghost spicy for American read more

Chili Square - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

I love this place. Truly one of those tiny hole in the wall places. The noodles are perfectly chewy. I got the spicy lamb noodles - flavorful, oily , delicious. It's also so affordable but it's also cash only. Definitely always try to stop by here when in Quincy. read more

Cash only in store or you can order online for marked up prices. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small interior with few tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Note: The guy running the front may ignore you when you walk in so just walk up to him or seat yourself if there's a table available The food itself is solid. I recommend the lamb biang biang noodles and the chongqing chicken read more

Ordered a beef brisket noodle soup with bang bang noodles for take out. When I got there, the worker had placed two of the same order for me. Told them I only ordered one. Then when I got home and opened the container, there was only two tiny pieces of beef and the rest was tendons. This will be my last time ordering from here. read more

Chili Square - Beef brisket noodle soup - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Chili square is usually a treat for me because you gotta save up all your cash in order to get anything from there. I've been here a few times in the past few years and it's always been decent.... And then today I found a bug in my beef noodle soup . So while I enjoyed it, finding a bug in the end kinda turned me off. Besides that, here's the breakdown for the food: Korean wings $13- pic on wall is pretty deceptive, showed about 10? We got 7 pieces but it was very good. Lamb noodles in the spicy oil (biang biang) $11: good! Spicy!! The lamb wasn't gamey which is nice. Beef noodle soup $12: good until I found the bug at the end Wonton beef brisket noodle soup $12 : good, only came with about 3 wontons I think but it was a beef wonton. Tea egg $1.50 per egg: tbd Rice wrapped in lotus leaf $4.95 each: tbd Would I go back? It might be a few years since I'm so traumatized. Also if you are suppose to get some change back, forget it. They don't give you coin change. I was going to say "keep it" but she decided it for herself already. read more

Chili Square - Korean wings and the Cumin Lamb Biang Biang Noodle - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Wow! Simply amazing! I was in the area and thought I'd give it a try. We tried the chicken wings, cold skin noodle, and lamb noodle. They are all so so good!! I'd give it about 4.5 stars, because with two entrees and one appetizer came out to be about $45. And frankly, I was still a little hungry after. While I agree with most people who give this place one-star that the portion size is small, I do have to say that the quality is amazing. I don't like the association that that Chinese food must be cheap, but I do think they could be a little more generous with the portion size. I can't wait to return! read more

Chili Square - Cold Skin Noodles Cold Cut - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

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The most delicious Thai food I've ever had! They make the noodles on site! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is a small restaurant but worth a visit![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Incredible food! Amazing flavors, all properly made from scratch. Not fancy, not expensive, just delicious. One of the best finds in Greater Boston. read more

Authentic Chinese noodle place! Loved the cold noodle and beef noodle soup we ordered, the side dish shredded potato was delicious- savory, sour and spicy! Very decent price $11-12 for most dishes unbeatable in time of high inflation. There are only a few tables so expect to wait during peak hours. Taking one star for using disposal utensil (and came acrossed some of them are not the cleanest). read more

Chili Square - Cold Noodles Cold Cut - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

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Chili Square is a really small restaurant but they have some of the best Chinese food in Boston. The food is spicy and oily and tastes really authentic! [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is definitely going in my bookmarks as one of those hole in the wall spots.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Way too much oil in soup. Was surprised this oil or soup. I ordered Lanzhou Beef brisket noodle soup for $12.99.

I ordered the cumin lamb biang biang noodles.. amazing !! The noodles were cooked to perfection and the cumin spiced lamb was delectable

WHAT A GEM!!! Huge portion size and so flavorful. So authentic and service was quick. The place was small but turnover was fairly quick so there was no line even though the place was full the entire time. The food tasted fresh and clean. Definitely will be revising for many times in the future. read more

Chili Square - Cold Skin Noodles Cold Cut Cold Noodles Cold Cut - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Been meaning to try this place close by in Quincy and finally did this Saturday afternoon! My partner and I ordered lanzhou beef brisket noodle soup, cumin lamb biang biang noodle soup, a side of spicy cumin lamb burger, and a boiled egg w tea and soy sauce in each of our soups - TASTE: 4/5 - the beef brisket was fatty and flavorful, and both soups were at a comfortable spice level (I was honestly expecting it to be spicier haha). We both enjoyed the soy sauce taste in our boiled eggs TEXTURE: 4/5 - my biang biang noodles were satisfyingly thick and chewy! PRICE: 4/5 - not bad at all for big bowls of soup SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - just the right serving size for lunch, though I wish the portions of beef brisket and lamb in each soup were more generous SERVICE: 4/5 - food was ready within five minutes ATMOSPHERE: 3/5 - it's definitely tight inside with less than ten tables, so be prepared to hear your neighbors' conversations and dress light especially when eating hot, spicy soup! PARKING: 4/5 - lots of free street parking around the area, but might need to circle around once or twice to snag a spot read more

Chili Square - Cumin lamb biang biang noodle soup, plus a boiled egg w tea and soy sauce - Chinese Near Me - Quincy, Massachusetts

Chili Square is a small authentic, mostly Chinese cuisine spot located right on Hancock Street in Quincy. There's enough space to dine inside but I opted for takeout. Street parking is tough during prime lunch and dinner time due to the cluster of businesses around this area. Try to go earlier in the day. Korean Chicken Wings- Yeah, they missed the mark with these wings. I opened these when I got to my car just to grab a bite when it's fresh. These wings texture felt like they were steamed, perhaps lightly tossed on the pan with a little bit of sauce. It barely tasted like it was seasoned. And the pieces were teeny-tiny! Sliced Pig Ears in Chili Sauce- At least this one was flavorful. Crunchy because of the cartilage with some chewiness, the flavor was coated in spicy and numbing chili oil. The portion was a family-style serving. Overall Service: Not pleasant but it's kind of expected with these types of spots when they cater more to their patrons. read more

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