Fan Szechuan is one of NYC's go-to spots for elevated Szechuan cuisine, delivering bold, authentic flavors with a level of refinement that sets it apart from more casual neighborhood options. We ordered across the menu, and the range was impressive. The hot & sour mushroom soup was deeply flavorful and comforting, especially in the larger size. The Taiwanese beef scallion pancake roll stood out for its balance and texture, while the diced chicken with crispy pepper delivered heat without overpowering the dish. The sizzling beef tenderloin with red onions showcased serious wok skill, arriving hot and aromatic. The brown sugar Peking duck (salt & pepper, half) was a highlight -- rich, well-executed, and clearly treated with care. Lighter dishes like the stir-fried pea sprouts with garlic provided a welcome contrast, and the signature house fried rice with chicken, shrimp, and beef tied everything together as a satisfying staple. We finished with the egg custard buns, which were soft, warm, and a great way to end the meal. Service was attentive and professional, with good pacing despite the number of dishes ordered. The space itself feels polished and comfortable, matching the elevated approach to the food without feeling stiff or formal. read more

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I had the beef tenderloin with pepper, and it was absolutely delicious--the spice and flavor were immaculate. The pork buns were solid, I'd give them a 4/5; I personally prefer a bit more soup in mine. The ho fun was also excellent so good we're taking leftovers home! Our server was super attentive. my water glass was never empty. Great service all around! The vibe was fairly quick inside, people were in and out. read more

Fan Szechuan - lo mein - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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I had high expectations for this spot given the strong reviews... and as someone who loves Szechuan, I love spicy food. Spice is my game! Unfortunately, it didn't quite deliver. Here's what I ordered: - Wontons in spicy chili garlic sauce: Tasty, but not spicy at all. The sauce leaned almost peanut like, which threw me off... - Diced chicken with crispy pepper: Small portion and mostly peppers. Very little chicken, just scattered pieces. Also not spicy. - Signature double cooked pork with garlic stems: Probably the standout. Flavor was on point and well balanced. - Shredded beef with hot pepper: Tender beef and enjoyable overall, but again, too many peppers and not enough beef! - Eggplant in garlic sauce: Solid. Hard to mess up, and they did it well. - Mapo tofu: Disappointing... bland and lacking the signature heat and numbing spice. - Pickled cabbage whole fish: Not what I ordered (I asked for soft tofu with fish fillet in chili sauce). This one missed completely--very sour, no spice, and not enjoyable. Drinks were underwhelming and barely tasted like they had any alcohol. Portions overall felt small. Given the hype, this was a letdown. For Szechuan food that should bring bold heat and flavor, it came across pretty mild and forgettable. Meh. read more

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Nice ambiance inside. It's self ordering with an iPad and the food comes out quite fast. I think out of all the dishes my favorite was the peppercorn fish. Very spicy and very crispy. All the dishes we had had good flavor and decently large portions. Nothing mind blowing but was a good meal! read more

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This restaurant is hands down some of the best Chinese food I have ever had in my life. The flavors are delicious, spicy, and not what you find in most restaurants. The food is truly special. Service was good, they continually filled our waters and checked in. Food cane out relatively quickly as well for our large order. You order the food yourself on an IPad. Inside the restaurant is nice as well, the lighting and seating make it a great spot to socialize. read more

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We stopped in for some dumplings and veggies and it was different than what we expected. We mostly wanted to go for the happy hour which was an appetizer and drink for $15.99 but the happy hour started at 9:30pm and ended at 5pm. Disappointed for sure. The drinks we got were ok but not something we would order again, especially the piña colada. The wontons had a thick wrapper but tasted good but the green beans were the best part. Lots of garlic and seasoning. It was cozy inside and service was nice. read more

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I swung by here for dinner with friends on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. Service here was good, but not as attentive as I would have liked (I had to ask them repeatedly for things such as water or an extra plate). We ordered their dumplings, truffle XLB, beef pancake, ho fun, and cumin lamb. I thought both dumplings were good but the skin was too thick and the truffle in the truffle XLB wasn't very fragrant. I loved the beef roll/pancake, however. I was super flavorful and both savory and sweet, with lots of meat and sauce. The ho fun was alright. Although it was full of shrimp, the noodles were very soft and fell apart easily (it felt overcooked). The cumin lamb was also way too salty for my liking and required rice to enjoy it with. Overall, I think there are better Szechuan spots but they do have some good menu items. read more

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I've seen this place on my way home quite a few times and decided to stop in for dinner. It was a quiet evening with only a few tables seated, but everyone would content with what they dishes. The staff is professional, personable..... this is in addition to actually placing your order on a tablet. The table is set with salted peanuts and tiny mala spiced veggies, which I saved to put on the rice, uuuughh sooooo good. I decided on the specialty fried rice, containing beef, chicken and shrimp. It was definitely a good choice. It was fresh and delicious and it came out really fast..... faster than the spring rolls, lol. Ive found my local Chinese spot read more

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delicious! highly recommend. we walked in saturday evening and it was packed, but the wait wasn't too bad luckily! staff was attentive and kind. our food came very quickly and there are complimentary pickled cabbage and peanuts (ifykyk). you order from an ipad and they bring your dishes to you. we got the green beans and beef ho fun which were both amazing! the double cooked pork was okay, and they subbed the vegetables without gviging a heads up but nbd. We also got drypot beef (so good) with fish filet, bamboo and cabbage. very flavorful and the mala felt authentic. it's a warm and cozy environment and overall great value! read more

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It's unfortunate how poor the service was here because the food was DELICIOUS! Unfortunately they mis dropped a dish that led us to believe it's what we had ordered. Come to find out that they were going to charge us for a dish we never ordered because we ate it YET they never made us aware until the end of our meal. I would maybe pick up from this place because I don't wanna be back for the service. The servers blamed the runner for not reading Chinese and it seemed to be an unnecessary explanation. read more

Soup dumplings, Peking duck, and a little heat. Fan Szechuan hits every craving you've ever had, then some. From the delicate folds of the crab meat & pork soup dumplings to the bold kick of the Mala sautéed frog, every dish is completely unexpected. Save it for your next trip to the Lower East Side. Menu Highlights: Taiwanese Beef Scallions Black Truffle & Pork Dumplings Crab Meat & Pork Soup Dumplings Sour Plum Mala Sautéed Frog in Szechuan Style Brown Sugar Peking Duck Steamed Fish with Szechuan Pepper Sauce read more

We chose Fan Szechuan because we wanted a true Szechuan experience. The restaurant is nice, sharp and look new. It's clean and modern inside. The staff are very nice. Service was excellent. We ordered 2 Szechuan dishes and both were almost identical. It didn't seem that way in the menu. Sadly the chicken dish had tons of bones and it was extremely salty. Almost inedible, in fact we bailed on it and ordered another dish. read more

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Probably closer to 3.5. The food was nice, but not that memorable unfortunately. I did love the little nibbles to start and enjoyed the mapo tofu, just not the best I've had in the city. Staff were lovely and space is very warm and inviting. read more

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This place is a newer addition if Szechuan food in the LES and it was pretty good! the inside of the restaurant was super modern and we ordered off Ipads. the food itself was so tasty and flavorful! the cucumber salad was refreshing and a great addition to all the spicy food we were eating. My favorite was the lamb, it was spicy and rich in flavor. the fish was also so good and tender. the chicken was meh for me, but my boyfriend loved it. great food and service overall but a bit pricey as an FYI! read more

Fan Szechuan - Cucumber Salad Lamb Chicken - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Amazing service, chic atmosphere, great portions! My partner and I came to Fan Szechuan recently to satisfy our szechuan cravings, and it hit the spot. We ordered 4 dishes, which was more than enough to feed two people plus leftovers. Cold sesame noodles were pretty good, though a bit more garlic-forward than others I've had. Wontons were decent, maybe not the most flavorful in the city but still solid. Black Truffle beef fried rice was more subtle than I expected but we loved the amount of egg in it and it paired well with the other dishes. The chicken & dried peppers had a pleasant mouth-numbing sensation though less spicy compared to others I've had (and a bit more juniper-forward?). The service was friendly and food brought out quickly. They handed us an iPad to order but were able to answer our questions on the menu.. Perfect for introverts! We were happy to have tried it! read more

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We kicked off our lunch with the Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, which were like little pockets of heaven (light, fresh, and delicate). Then we tried the Thinly Sliced Cucumber and Pork, it was my first time trying this and I almost ate the whole row by myself. The Traditional Fried Rice was comforting and crispy. The Szechuan Peppercorn Fish Fillet was a tender and also made our mouths tingle with that signature numbing heat. I had to order the Sautéed String Beans and the Sizzling Beef. The true star of our lunch was the Braised Pork Belly with Preserved Mustard Greens. It was rich, tangy, savory just perfection in every bite. The space is perfect for big groups. I went with 2 others and we shared so much food for under $150 and had leftovers. This was a great place to catch up with friends. . Everything we ate listed below: Crystal shrimp dumplings Thinly sliced cucumber and pork Traditional fried rice Szechuan peppercorn fish fillet Sautéed string beans Sizzling beef Braised Pork Belly with preserved mustard greens read more

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Rude and disgusting!! We ordered delivery. I saw General Tso's Tofu on the menu and called before placing the order to see how it's prepared. As I prefer it crunchy on the outside. The guy on the phone told me so I placed the order for it. General Tso's Chicken is what arrived so I called the restaurant. The guy on the phone was extremely rude and said "What do you want me to do about it?!". He then said they don't have General Tso's Tofu and hung up. I called back and told him it's on the menu, I called before placing my order inquiring about it and I was charged $20.85 for it! He hung up on me again. Never have I been treated so disrespectful! He is single handedly ruining that business. Well the food is subpar, gross. We spent over $100. The dumplings were dry and doughy and there was something unidentifiable and hard in my egg roll. I thru everything out and had to cook dinner. Don't waste your money or time. read more

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What a great find on the lower east side! I like that you order on an iPad. Makes it easy to see what you are ordering. We had the pork soup Dumplings to start. Very yummy Then we had the pork in Garlic sauce. Lived the fresh bell peppers and the bamboo shoots and the black mushrooms. We also got the eggplant with garlic sauce and the king pao chicken. Everything was fresh and delicious! And comfortable with nice table cloths. Very classy And the staff were very nice. read more

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The best Peking Duck I've ever had. Delicate pancakes and delicious crisp duck skin. High marks for the scallions fried rice and salt and pepper shrimp. read more

The menu is packed with spicy, savory, and umami-rich dishes that hit all the right notes. Some highlights from our feast: Thin Sliced Pork Belly w/ Chili Garlic Sauce - Packed with flavor and the perfect balance of heat and garlic. Black Truffle & Pork Soup Dumplings - A rich, fragrant twist on a classic favorite. Roasted Whole Fish in Sweet & Sour Sauce - Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and coated in a perfectly balanced sauce. Mala Sautéed Frog - A spicy, numbing, and surprisingly addicting dish for those who love Szechuan heat. Black Truffle Steamed Egg - Silky smooth with an earthy truffle aroma. From the fiery mala spice to the luxurious touch of black truffle, every dish was packed with flavor. If you love spicy food, this spot will not disappoint! read more

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This was a great little spot in New York for some great drinks and dinner. Food - Their Szechuan specials are delicious, but are extremely spicy. Even when I asked for it to be very mild, it was still extremely spicy. Otherwise, it was delicious, and comes with a bowl of plain rice to eat it alongside with. Their fried rice was absolutely delicious, the beef soup was delectable, and the drunken noodles were great as well. All of them have relatively generous portion sizes, especially the Szechuan specials. Service - Very friendly and nice, very attentive as well. Parking - They do not have their own parking lot. Overall, this place is great. Would highly recommend if you want any Chinese food in NYC. read more

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one of the most reasonably priced restaurants in manhattan came with a group of 6 and our bill total with a few beers and plenty of food was literally $150 including tip, holy cow we ordered so many things family style to share: orange chicken, general tso chicken, lo mein, fried rice, spring rolls, soup dumplings. everything was a very generous portion and came out quick. service was on top of it, and food was super solid flavor wise. theres a lot of space in the restaurant def recommend and would return read more

Loved this spot. Food was great and service was fantastic. The Peking duck was top tier and so were the dumplings and noodles. The vibe was also great and the seats were so comfy! Overall 10/10 experience, I'll be dreaming about that chili oil. read more

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This restaurant is a nice place to take your date for something special or to take friends to have food together! The food here is a bit on the spicier side, but I would highly recommend trying the peking duck! It was so delicious! Also we would recommend the sweet and sour pork ribs, they were packed full of flavor and super tender! The sweet and sour fish was also very delicious - if you are into seafood, would highly recommend this! read more

If you're craving bold, vibrant, and authentic Szechuan flavors, Fansezhuan in LES is the spot. From stir-fried abalone to their rich, flavorful braised fish pot, every dish is a so flavorful. With a massive menu that caters to all spice levels ,there's truly something for everyone. The cozy decor and warm vibes make it perfect for any occasion read more

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Fan Szechuan is a new Chinese restaurant in Lower East Side, serving exquisite and delicious Szechuan dishes. Modern and comfortable dining area, attentive service, and most importantly, INCREDIBLE FOOD! They now have some grand opening offer: - FREE steam dumplings if you spend over $30 - FREE any kind of chicken dish if you spend over $60 ＊Thin Sliced Pork Belly 晾衣白肉** We have never tried this classic Szechuan cold appetizer. The thin cut pork and cucumber are hung over a wood. It is delicious to dip into the garlic chili sauce on the bottom. ＊Golden String Mayo Prawns 宅門金絲蝦** My favorite dish! My jaw dropped at this beautiful presentation. The prawns are wrapped in shredded crispy batter and drizzled with golden mayo sauce. It is literally a culinary art. ＊Wagyu Beef Black Truffle Fried Rice 和牛黑松露炒飯*** Okay this fried rice is the star of the show. They add a generous portion of black truffle and wagyu pieces to the fried rice. Incredibly fragrant and packed with truffle flavor. The wok hei hits the spot, and the fried rice texture is just perfect. ＊Eggplant w. Garlic Sauce 魚香茄子 The eggplant is stir-fried in a rich sticky garlic sauce. Very delicious yet spicier than what we usually have at a cantonese restaurant. ＊Steam Juicy Bun 小籠包 The skin wrapper is too doughy for my liking, but the meat filling is juicy and yum. Free pork or veggie XLB if you spend over $30. ＊Handmade Fried Sticky Rice Cakes w. Brown Sugar 純手工紅糖糍粑 Imagine it is the dessert version of crispy rice, coated with soybean powder. We thought it would be chewier like tteokbokki but it was actually like rice cracker. read more

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Fan Szechuan is one of my go-to spots on the Lower East Side. The Kung Pao chicken is seriously the real deal super authentic, with just the right amount of heat and those tingly Szechuan peppercorns that hit perfectly. The chicken is always tender, and the flavors are bold and balanced. Service is great too everyone's really friendly and the food comes out fast, even when they're busy. It's a chill, no-frills spot, but the food speaks for itself. Highly recommend if you're into real Szechuan flavors or want to spice up your usual takeout routine! read more

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Great food and quick service. Food always hits the spot! Love the duck and the eggplant tempura

I ordered delivery from here. The hot and sour soup was good. Beef Lo Mein wasn't good at all. Barely any beef and the whole dish lacked flavor. The spicy wontons weren't good. read more

I AM NOT PLAYING ABOUT MY FOOD ! This place was 10/10. You have to get the spicy beef and their specialty which is the scallion rice! Omg ! I will definitely be back because everything I had was so fresh and I genuinely enjoyed it. read more

Amazing. Hands down some of the best Chinese in the city. They have a special Szechuan section that's spicy! So good. We had 7 dishes and they were all great. I'll be dreaming of this spot... take me back! read more

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If you're in the mood for some amazing Chinese food in NYC, you have to try Fan Szechuan! Everything we tried was so good, but I have to give a special shoutout to their black truffle & pork soup, the honey walnut mayo crispy prawns and the beef with springs beans in house. The noodles? Absolutely delicious. The cocktail (Wild Moss) not only was perfect in flavor, but the presentation was absolutely stunning. The dishes are huge, perfect for sharing (or just having leftovers), plus the staff was so warm and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. The Atmosphere was so relaxing and quiet, even when the restaurant was full. I'm already planning to go back -- they've definitely got a new regular read more

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Stumbled upon this great little spot, after waiting for the 14 bus across the street, and it being delayed, and having the most wonderful aromas drift acre as the steeet cutting through the cold air! My friends and I were planning to go to Union Swuare to eat after a movie at the Regal Essex across the street, and were lured in (ditching our original plan)!! Boy were we glad we did! There is a nicely decorated room with comfy banquets, and pretty mood lightening. read more

Fan Szechuan - Beef Lo-Mein - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Chinese food is such a goodie. Everything here was so delicious my favorite was the shrimp fried rice . The Moscow mule flight was perfectttt the servers were very accommodating and answered all my questions as i always have so many . I will def be back. Not only is it cute inside , it's good quality Chinese food and affordable . read more

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This is an updated review of the restaurant that we loved when we previously ate there. While the menu is still wonderful and so unique, the SERVICE HAS DETERIORATED. We were there yesterday, a Sunday evening, and the process for ordering is still "server-free", that is, you order via an iPad, not with a server. The problem is that they don't have enough staff to be able to get a server to answer menu questions or any related issues. Plus, a glitch in the system (iPad) caused our order to be cancelled after we submitted it. It was only after waiting an excessive amount of time for our food did we learn that the order was accidentally cancelled. When we finally got a server, she brought us the check, but we hadn't gotten our food. We then asked for the manager, who resubmitted the order, but we had already waited for more than 25 minutes - it took another 10 minutes to get food to our table. We complained about the poor service, and the manager apologized, saying that they had gotten so popular that they couldn't find enough workers to meet the demand. So if you decide to eat at this restaurant, know that the service may be very slow or bad at best. read more

Early September, I had lunch at Fan Szechuan newly opened on Essex Street around the corner from Sour Mouse. Reservations were easy to get on Google. One can look at the menu on a tablet which has a large variety of dishes. First came a square ramekin with picked vegetables and the tastiest peanuts. I liked these so much that I asked if they were for sale. Har Gow was the best out of three dishes that I ordered. The wrapper was silky and the shrimps were plump. Pork Soup Dumplings were a tad disappointing as the wrappers were thick. Sliced beef with tofu was quite nondescript in flavor. I drank water with my meal. When I got the bill the restaurant had already chosen 22% as a tip which I changed as I didn't think that was correct. The service was fine but the bill was quite high. This seems an expensive restaurant for this neighborhood. read more

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Friendly, great decor, not too big and DELICIOUS ‼‼‼ We were a party of 7 w/2 young kids and waiter managed to keep up with our few special requests and food came out of kitchen as we requested , + yes read more

To check out the real deal for this new place that serve my favorite spicy dishes similar to Mt House at st mark , I came in person. The waiter and owner were super nice and welcoming (5/5) It was nicely decorated. Food was very good. I love their Wagyu truffle fried rice was very unique -5/5 . Beef in yellow spicy broth - 4.5/5 (wished beef slice was thinner) . Dry spicy chicken - 5/5 . Soup dumpling 4/5 (soup and meat is good , wished it was thinner wrap like the one in Shanghai). They will have KTV machine downstairs very soon so you can eat and sing We were able to get free Dry spicy chicken over $60 order. You get Free dumplings over $30 order promotion ! I am picky with the food but I think they are solid good lunch or dinner spot if you want both spicy & non spicy option . Bringing my big group of friends here one day for KTV fest! So glad finally I get my dose of true spice around my neighborhood . Food 4.5/5 Service 5/5 Decoration 4.5/5 Will I come back ? For Sure read more

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Authentic and high-end Szechuan cuisine. From the bold flavors of the Spicy Cumin Lamb Chops to the juicy Peking Duck, everything we tried was a delightful explosion of taste. Each bite took us on a culinary adventure that we couldn't get enough of. The perfect blend of spices and ingredients left us craving more, and we can't stop thinking about our next visit! read more

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Not much is reasonable in NYC, this place is reasonably priced and absolutely delicious!