It was our first time at the Pepper house and they did not disappoint!…read more It's a tiny place and you will share spaces with others. The food comes out in plastic to-go containers so it's easy to take home if any leftovers. Hands down they have the best dumplings. Their noodles are authentic and extremely flavorful. The owner knows what's she's doing. She's will come and help you how to mix noodles properly to maximize and uniform the flavor across the dish. I am definitely going back to try more.

I never knew this place existed before our Yelp elite event. Now I travel here just for the…read moredelicious Chinese food and service! Every time I'm here, they're always so nice and pleasant! The place is a little small so if you have a big party don't expect to sit if it's prime time. Otherwise, just take it to go. Whenever I'm doing hookah across the street I'll get food from here now and eat at the hookah place. Overall, I HIGHLY recommend coming here. GET THE DAN DAN NOODLES! So freaking yummy! It's a specialty "in my eyes".

Gross. $23 for General Tso's shrimp, made with shrimp that wasn't even cleaned. Literally inedible…read morecrap.

Food has gone the route of every Chinese restaurant ever,start off great, then cut corners.the last…read more3 meals (all different) were bland and meats lacked texture. Time to find new place.

This is a short review based on my first (but definitely not last!) visit. Will update in the…read morefuture. Was heading home from airport after a long flight. Was feeling hangry because I had planned on stopping at Hard Times for a bowl of chili -and found out they were closed on Mondays. So, pretty much pulled a name out of a hat and would up at Chuan Tian Xia because, well, Szechuan cooking uses chiles, no? Yesssss! I ordered Signature Dumplings and a bowl of Beijing-style Beijing-style Zhajiang Noodles. The dumplings were outstanding: a mix of shrimp, pork, and chive that were plump, juicy, fragrant with the herbaceous flavor of chives. The accompanying sauce was not too sweet, not too hot, just right as a complement to the dumplings. Yowza. I was a happy camper... ...and then I dug into my noodles. Double yowza! Thick wheat noodles topped with a rich sauce made from (I think) fermented soybean paste and braised pork belly, garnished with cucumbers. The portion was way to big for me to eat after my flight, but I really, really enjoyed it (and the remaining dumplings) for lunch today. Did I say yowza? I'm an adventurous eater so the menu's less Americanized items were what I would have ordered given more time (like Maoxuewang: can you say "pig's tongue, spam, pork intestine, and beef tripe"? Protein is protein, baby!). Just means I need to come back, and I will, as quickly as I can.

This is authentic, deliciously made Sichuan cuisine. If you're looking for the Chinese American…read morefood experience, which I'm not knocking, this isn't it. The food is wonderful and well presented. The decor, however, which suited its original hot pot requirements, needs updating. If you're just focused on good Chinese food the way Chinese people eat it, this place deserves your business!

Overall, I like their food. My only complaint is that they "refry" their egg rolls. They must…read moreprepare them in advance and then deep fry again. It makes them dark and overcooked. Other than that, I have no complaints. I will not be ordering their egg roils anymore, though.

Had a Sunday craving for Chinese food so of course I had to come to Jack's Fortune. There is so…read moremuch yum on their menu but I settled for the combination foo yung. I started off with the hot and sour soup and they bring out the fresh and crispy wonton noodles to add on top - which was excellent! They also serve hot tea and iced water, which is very nice. The service here is great also and that adds to the pleasant atmosphere. My egg foo yung was excellent and I especially loved the gravy, which was flavorful. Most places that I've tried their gravy isn't as tasty as Jack's. It was enjoyable Sunday lunch and they were so kind to wrap up my leftovers. With my check, I was given a fortune cookie, which was a treat as always!

Pleasantly surprised!…read more Located in a shopping center, this hidden gem, from the parking lot, looks like a carry out but is a restaurant. Decor is cozy and typical. I placed my takeout order at the counter and sat nearby while I waited. Service was pleasant and efficient. Within 10 mins, my shrimp fried rice arrived. Delicious! Rice was fresh and tender. Shrimp were fresh and juicy. There was egg, onion, and peas. I will definitely return.

It is incredibly inconsiderate to regular patrons that this place is shut up with no notice of what…read moreis going on. No word on the website, the facebook page or Yelp. You drive over to find the door locked, lights off, a lock box on the door and then when you call, you get a message that the phone number is no longer in service. We have been loyal customers for so long-as I am sure others have too. We deserve better!

Lao Sze Chuan was an enjoyable dining experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more of the…read moremenu. We visited on a Tuesday, and since it wasn't very busy, the service was attentive and our food came out quickly. We took advantage of one of their daily specials. the Cumin Beef Stir-Fry was half off ($13). It ended up being my favorite dish. The beef was tender and perfectly seasoned. The Tibetan Diced Lamb also had great flavor with a nice balance of spices. The Sichuan Popcorn Chicken, however, wasn't what I expected. It wasn't the traditional Sichuan-style chicken I was hoping for and leaned more on the sweet side, which personally wasn't my favorite. The Flaming Roasted Lamb Leg had a delicious smoky flavor and came with a fun tableside presentation where it was set on fire. That said, the portion was on the smaller side for the price, and I was a little surprised to find what looked like French fries underneath the lamb. The restaurant has plenty of seating, and street parking was easy to find. They don't have a liquor license yet, so it's currently BYOB. There's a liquor store that's a three minute walk away from the restaurant. They also offer tea for $5 with free refills and soda for $2.50 with free refills. I also appreciated that they offer select dishes at half price on certain days of the week, so it's worth checking their specials before you visit. Overall, the food was flavorful, the atmosphere was comfortable, and the daily specials make this a great value. While not every dish was a hit for me, the cumin beef and Tibetan lamb were excellent.

I ordered delivery from Lao Sze Chuan a few months ago, but finally visited in person this past…read moreSaturday and had a very good meal. Lao Sze Chuan is a new-ish (open since January 2025) Sichuan restaurant that took over the space Busboys and Poets used to occupy. It's a huge space, but they did a great job renovating it, and it feels light and bright and modern - very comfortable. It's huge though - so I hope people know it's there and are ordering takeout/delivery or stopping by a for a meal in person! The service was very friendly and very fast, so it's a great spot for an in-person meal, too! Their menu is as large as the restaurant space, so there's something for everyone! They definitely have a lot of Sichuan dishes, but if you're not up for Sichuan, they have some other dishes that might fit the bill: dim sum (plenty of dumplings and buns), lo mein, fried rice, Peking duck, basil eggplant, Mongolian beef, and more... On Saturday at the restaurant, my husband and I shared a pot of white tea and a few dishes: crystal shrimp dumplings; pork soup dumplings; spicy tofu skin strips (shredded tofu skin tossed with Sichuan-style chili oil, peppercorns, and spices for a bold, numbing and spicy flavor); spicy and sour fish fillets (tender fish fillets simmered in a flavorful broth with pickled mustard greens, garlic, and Sichuan spices); a side of white rice for the fish; and red bean paste pumpkin cakes for dessert. When we ordered delivery in February, we shared: vegetable steamed dumplings; Yu-Shiang Eggplant Roll (tender eggplant braised and rolled in a traditional Sichuan Yu-Shiang sauce, offering a perfect balance of sweet, sour, savory, and spicy notes); crispy salty chicken (bite-sized chicken pieces deep-fried and seasoned with basil); salt & pepper pork chops (crispy fried pork chops tossed with onions and jalapeño peppers for a bold and savory flavor); and a side of white rice). I've enjoyed everything we've eaten (although I wouldn't recommend the crispy dishes for delivery for obvious reasons - I can't resist salt & pepper pork chops sometimes even though I know it doesn't travel the best), and I love how broad the menu is. I can't wait to return to try more of their dishes!

Love how big and open it is and that you can see into the kitchen. Kid friendly and high chairs…read moreavailable. Everything was cooked well and flavorful. If craving that mala flavor then it will hit the spot. The beef dry pot was good and beef was tender. Liked the lotus root and cauliflower. The braised pork was very tender. And green beans were delish

First the good, Place look good, since it opened. It has the…read morewow factor. Walnut shrimps is crispy so I know this is freshly fried Now the downgrade from my last visit, Sweet and sour whole fish taste like they refried it after sitting for whole day. It was soggy inside. Dishes was serve like 10mins after we ordered, so I know for a fact food was precooked and reheat in some way like the China. Service was good until place 60% occupancy on a Sat. They didn't hire enough stuff so staff have to multi task, making alcohol drinks. Sadly, I was there when the place first opened, it is just sadly how far the fell

We always enjoy dining here. The service is consistently good, and the menu offers a great variety…read moreof options. Our go-to appetizer is the Crispy Scallion Cakes. They're delicious, although, as on previous visits, they tend to be quite oily. Fortunately, that's easily remedied by blotting them with a paper towel. I ordered the Braised Beef Noodle Soup. The braised beef was incredibly flavorful and tender--I only wish there had been more of it! My husband ordered the Thai Basil Chicken. It wasn't the typical Thai basil flavor we expected, but he still really enjoyed the dish. Overall, we had another great meal and will definitely be back.

This location is where Cheeburger cheeseburger used to be at Fallsgrove…read more The inside is quite spacious and a lot of tables. Still relatively new and clean. Bathroom needs work though. It's definitely a mom and pop feeling, but with a larger space. Interesting color palette combination of a place. The decor is minimal to.... I don't remember any decor, but what's the most important? Food. I was pleasantly surprised by the cost to amount ratio and the taste. They executed the dishes well. I like their Potato Eggplant dish which isn't prominent in other Chinese restaurants in the area. It wasn't busy at the time we were there on a Friday night so we had excellent service. Our servers spoke English and Chinese. Attentive and the food came out really quick. Overall, I would come back. It's not a spot to impress or to dress up to go, but if you're hungry and want a casual Chinese food spot, that's also authentic enough to bring a Chinese person, this is definitely worth a try.

Service was great & nice long bar , Food was good sushi good everything over all good ! Nice…read moreAmbiance quick on food !

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. The sushi was good with large portions of…read morefish. This is one of the only places I found that serves chicken noodle soup. It's perfect for a cold, upset stomach, cold day, or just to have. Definitely will order again!

This is an excellent family owned business! We love the fresh sushi and kind customer service.read more

Was recently visiting friends in Annapolis and they suggested making the short 15 min drive across…read morethe Thomas Johnson Bridge (or what the locals refer to as the Solomons Bridge) into nearby Edgewater to have dinner at Nova. I usually approach suburban sushi joints with a bit of trepidation, but tbh, I had an excellent experience here. Located in a cookie-cutter strip mall, the place was PACKED on a Friday night. The interior could also be described as "any Asian restaurant in America" with tile flooring, dark hardwood furniture, a large sushi bar, and generic art pieces on the wall. We started with an appetizer of Edamame and small bottles of hot sake. The soybeans were steamed in their pods and lightly salted and had that addictive quality which paired well with the slightly sweet and acidic flavor profile of sake. Sushi plate arrived about 10 minutes later, and again for suburb sushi, I was pleasantly surprised. Standouts included: * spider roll - Deep fried soft shell crab is a standard bearer and is a reflection of the sushi chefs skills. Crab had a light batter and wasn't overly oily. * Spicy scallop - Anytime a place advertises a dish as being spicy, my default is it will be "American level spicy." The scallops tasted fresh and didn't have any slimy texture (unlike at some places). Cucumber and tempura bits added a nice crunch; spicy mayo was more sweet than adding any heat. * Wicked Tuna Roll - Actually, quite good. Inside the roll contained spicy tuna, cukes, onions; which was then topped with cuts of tuna and a jalpeno "salsa." All of the contrasting flavors complemented each other. Service was as expected. Wait staff arrived within 3 minutes of initial seating, kept water glasses filled, and frequently stopped by to check on us. If you're out in Edgewater or the Annapolis area and are seeking good sushi, bookmark Nova.