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    Lao Sze Chuan

    3.4 (1.2k reviews)
    ModerateSzechuan, Dim Sum
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Classy
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    Happy hour specials
    Good for groups

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    H04. Xiao Long Bao (8 pcs)
    Jonathan B.

    I've been to the other Lao Sze Chuan in Chinatown, and this is my first time at the downtown location in Nordstrom. My all time favorite dish is the Dry Chili Chicken, and I'll say that the pieces here are way juicier! I like it more crispier, but I know it depends on everyone's preference. The seafood tofu soup was okay - I wish it was a little saltier or flavorful. Lastly, we had the soup dumplings, and it was very authentic and flavorful! The service was amazing since there was a waitress that kept checking on us to make sure everything was good and that we had everything we needed. The ambiance is very pretty since you get a nice view of downtown and the set-up is like a fancy restaurant. I will say the prices are a little more on the expensive side since it's in downtown, but it's definitely worth a try.

    Szechuan String Beans -no Szechuan taste, very bland
    Lorenz K.

    I ordered the Chef's Special Dry Chili Chicken and Szechuan String Beans to go ($49.06) from this place near my hotel. I waited 30 minutes, and I was so disappointed with both dishes. The portions were okay, but the food was bland. Both the chicken and the string beans had no Szechuan heat and no flavor at all. I love spicy food and can tolerate very spicy dishes, but these had no spice whatsoever. Honestly, if I could, I would give this place half a star -- just because the white rice was cooked well. I love Szechuan cuisine and know the mouth-numbing spice this should have -- this didn't deliver. I will not be coming back. The service was fine; the staff was polite despite being busy, and the space is actually cool and spacious. But if you're here for authentic Szechuan flavor, look elsewhere.

    Julisa W.

    This was such a pleasant surprise! We kind of went out on a whim and stopped here while shopping. The flavors were all delicious, but nothing crazy memorable. I would go back to go with my partner and try new things! My besties hubs got the seafood delight not pictured. He loved it! It was a little too "plain" for me, but I love spicy foods. All the seafood was cooked well. I got the orange beef and low mein to take home to my partner. Both were very delicious in the restaurant, but the left overs felt meh. My friend got the flat noodles (sorry can't find the name on the menu) and she really liked it. I was putting the sauces on from the table and then she added them to her meal and REALLY loved it after that. Our server was kind, personable and a robot brings your food to the table which was a fun experience being a small town girl at heart. The restaurant was decorated very Asian inspired (obviously) but also had a window into the kitchen. For some reason I enjoy watching it all being made, so i am almost always impressed with those.

    Bill S.

    The restaurant is located on the 4th floor in the Nordstrom mall. There is no valet parking but you can pay to park in the Nordstrom Garage. We booked "Park Whiz" ahead of time for 5 hours on a Saturday and paid $17. It's great, you get a scan code and use it to easily get in and out. Once you park use the elevators to get to the main level in Nordstrom. No outside walking necessary. Walk through Nordstrom to the mall and use the escalators to get to the 4th level. Lao Sze is located at the front of the mall. They open at 11am, which is the time we had our reservation for. We arrive right at 11am and the doors were still locked and the closed sign displayed. There are tables outside the restaurant, so we just took a seat until they opened. It's was about 10 minutes and they unlocked the doors. We were immediately acknowledged and seated. Our server David, was very professional and personable. We had a small misunderstanding with our reservation which David and the manager handled very appropriately. Our drink order was taken and we placed our diner order which was for the 7 corse Duck dinner. We also added an order if the soup dumplings. The following was included in our 7 courses; Two glasses of house red or white wine (can substitute for 2 beers or 2 sodas) One order of Shanghai spring rolls to share One order of Sze Chuan spicy cabbage to share Two orders of traditional Peking-duck soup Half set of oven-roasted Peking Duck with traditional fixings to share Sze chuan string beans to share Duck fried rice to share One order of golden sesame balls (dessert) to share. The house Chardonnay & Pinot were really a good value wine. Shanghai Spring Rolls were normal and not anything out of the ordinary. Went well with the sweet sauce and hot mustard. We had to ask for the Spicy Cabbage because it was not originally brought out. We felt it needed to marinade much more to fully enjoy the spicy taste which had not penetrated the raw cabbage. We unfortunately did not realize until we left that our server did not bring out our Duck Soup. Duck Fried Rice was very good. Had small pieces of Duck throughout and the Duck flavor was obvious in the rice. There was also egg and some Chinese vegetables added which made it a hit. Sze Chaun String Beans were excellent. Cooked al dente with a rich flavor and some added spices. The soup dumpling we purchased separately "Xaio Long Bao" were delicious. Bite into the dumpling and the rich broth was wonderful. Peking Duck and trimmings. Definitely the hit of the meal. They take a portion of the Duck skin and make sure it's very crispy then cut it into little bite size squares. It is sprinkled with a little sugar. These were addictive. The two of us split 7 of them. I could have eaten 20 myself . The half Duck was expertly cut into pieces and layered on a plate so you could decide for yourself how many to add on the very thin translucent pancakes. There was also sliced cucumber and onions to add if you wish. Do not forget to spread some of that amazing Duck Sauce provided to make your bite even better. Golden Sesame Balls. Editable, but not our favorite. There were 6 included and we took most home. I'd like to see other options as there are many deserts I would have preferred. Definitely will be back. Our server David was excellent and made everything great.

    Philip L.

    The only good part of this place is the server and the location. Besides that, I wouldn't come back. The chairs are peeling and fixtures are run down. The dishes are old and the trademark is not on the dish anymore. The place needs a renovation badly. I was hoping the food would be good at least. Nope. Got stomach aches after this place. Did not feel well. I have had much better Laziji elsewhere and at a better price for the amount. The inside looked like it was better back in the day. Now it looks like a run down mom and pop shop that wants to be upscale.

    I typically order from LSC's Chinatown location which is excellent. Decided to order from the N. Michigan location and it was more than disappointing. Crab Rangoon were rock solid hard and greasy. Couldn't eat them. Detailed written instructions for no celery or green pepper but extra peanuts on my kung bao chicken order was ignored . Dry pot chili had, I kid you not, 26 pepper pods for my mild order. Will never order from this location again. I deserve a refund

    506. Hunan Beef
    Carly M.

    There are a few Lao Sze Chuan locations spread throughout the city but this one was in the heart of downtown. I've tried the location in Chinatown too and I can say the food is consistent across the board. Typically people will order a couple dishes for the table and family style it, but you can also order for yourself. It's just sharing is so much more fun for these type of restaurants. More dishes to try! And they are huge portions too. The dish I'll forever and always get is beef w cumin powder. If you can't handle spice I'd suggest asking for mild. But if you can... there's def a kick to the spice but you can't stop eating it bc it's pretty addicting. Side note: they don't give rice with dishes. You'd have to request that separately and it's about $1 each bowl. This is a hit for those looking for authentic sze chuan food. Lots of flavor in their dishes. The price is on the higher side but still within reason given its portions. The downtown location is not driver friendly and harder to find a parking spot. Chinatown would be a better spot if you plan to drive.

    901. Dan Dan Noodle
    Monica C.

    Service was mediocre, but food was delicious! Dan Dan noodles were cozy, flavorful, with a mild spicy kick, and hit the spot.

    131. Chicken Egg Roll and 133. Crab Rangoon
    Alex C.

    We entered through the Michigan Ave entrance and took the elevator up to the fourth floor, where we were promptly seated. The restaurant has a great ambiance--warm, welcoming, and family-friendly. If there's a wait, there are comfortable waiting areas both on the ground level and on the restaurant floor, plus a bar area to relax in. One unique feature is that robots bring out the food, which adds a fun, futuristic touch. You can also order boba tea from the Te Amo shop via a QR code at your table. However, our boba drinks were delayed, and we had to pick them up ourselves. The cashier mentioned they were trying to locate the delivery robot but couldn't find it. Aside from that hiccup, everything else went smoothly. The food was excellent. We were pleasantly surprised with complimentary spicy cabbage--it was delicious. The Szechuan beef was flavorful with just the right level of spice, not overwhelming. The wonton soup had a great broth, though I wasn't a fan of the wontons themselves. It came with two in a personal-sized portion and was well-priced. The egg rolls and crab rangoon were standout appetizers--we'd definitely order them again. The fried rice included bean sprouts, which we enjoyed, though it might not be for everyone. The xiao long bao was standard but satisfying. Despite the delay, the boba drinks were phenomenal. We'll definitely be back!

    Eggplant in garlic sauce
    Suhani A.

    I loved the food here! Service is fast and ambiance is very nice. Menu is massive and there's guaranteed options for everyone. I'm vegetarian and often find it difficult to find Chinese food with lots of options but this place has so many! The eggplant in basil sauce is genuinely the best eggplant in basil sauce you will have at any restaurant ever. The dry chili tofu was also very good (and hard to find at Chinese restaurants!) We will definitely be back!

    Diane V.

    We entered at ground level, Michigan Ave. It's a tiny foyer, dirty and not decorated with a paper sign that tells you to take the elevator to the 4th level. If we hadn't heard good things about this restaurant, we wouldn't have taken that elevator. In the restaurant itself, first impression of the interior is wow. But as we walked further, I noticed worn, breaking apart upholstery, sticky floor, dirty windows. If we were in Chinatown, these features wouldn't be unusual. But this is on the Mag Mile! I read the story of the restaurant and all the hype written about awards and branches cross country. We ordered what our friend recommended - duck and dumplings. When served, I was impressed with the artistic presentation. But we're into flavors, and these entrees didn't have much to brag about. Surprisingly, the restrooms were not gross, but actually nice. But I'm glad we tried it just so we can say we haven't missed a famous Asian restaurant.

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    It's like I was eating 1/2 lbs of salt. No other taste just peppercorn and Salt. Really bad

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    delicious food very traditional Chinese food. It cost very cheap too compared to other find dining

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    Is the Peking Duck slice the skin and meat separately? Or just a huge meat with skin together?

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    Quick trip to Chicago with just enough extra time to hit Chinatown. Wentworth Seafood House came…read morehighly recommended by some locals nearby. Definitely worth the stop. There were a few small two tops, but mostly those big round family size tables with the giant center lazy susans. Got a paper menu for dim sum items and a regular menu. Had to go with the dim sum goodies since it had so many things we'd never seen in any Michigan Chinese restaurants. Sweet walnut buns, fried bean curd skins filled with deliciousness, brisket with rice noodles that looked like Korean rice cakes, meatloaf, and more. Everything was outstanding, with various sauces presented with different items. This was new for us as well. A deep red vinegar with some fried dumplings, a tasty black sauce with the fried stuffed bean curd skins, a sweet plum sauce with the fried skinny shrimp rolls, it was really fun food. They have a barista making coffee, espresso and even milk tea, but the wait was like 10 minutes. Clean restaurant with very good service. Wish we lived closer so we could make it regular stop.

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    Triple crown is crowned with a triple threat stance ready to hoop…read more Family style circle tables with lazy susan for your enjoyment. The food had great variety. I ate a little bit of dim sum, general tso's chicken, fried rice, green beans, shumai, and more. All items were solid. However, nothing was extraordinarily excellent, so this place is wonderful for large groups or small groups. Food and service is always speedy.

    The Triple Crown Restaurant in Chinatown is absolutely worth the trip!…read more There was a wait (they don't take reservations), but it moved quickly and wasn't long at all. The restaurant was packed -- every seat full -- which is always a good sign. We were seated by the window, which made for a great dining spot. The restaurant was lively with large and small groups of people. The wait staff was attentive and efficient, quickly clearing tables and responding to any requests. The food was excellent. We ordered noodles, rice, hot sour soup and dumplings. One thing to note: portions are served family-style and are large enough to share. We originally thought we were each ordering individual plates, but everything came out perfect for the table. No complaints though -- we all left with leftovers, and honestly, it tasted just as good the next day warmed up! I ordered an Old Fashioned, and it was perfectly made. The appetizers were a bit on the smaller side but very flavorful -- you may want to order more than one for the table. The only downside had nothing to do with the restaurant itself -- parking in Chinatown can be a challenge. However, if you dine at a participating restaurant, you can get your parking validated for $3, which definitely helps. Overall, it was a great experience, and we would definitely return.

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    A little hard to find due to it being on the second floor, but this no frills, neighborhood Dim Sum…read morePlace is a surprise gem more off the beaten path. While the service is lovely, you should expect less western style service. They are efficient and get you quality dishes at great prices, but they may come in an unexpected order. The older clientele to this place are loyal and for good reason. I would recommend you experiment with the menu! Try a few classics like the shrimp dumplings or mango pudding and get a few new items like the taro cake or the chicken feet.

    Located on the second floor of a small mall, we were looking forward to some good Chinese food. It…read moredidn't disappoint. It is spacious with plenty of seating. They serve all day dim sum but decided to go with family style. It was Valentine's Day late evening and the dishes we wanted to order (Peking Duck and Roast Pig) were sold out. So we ordered another dish and they asked if they can substitute an ingredient because they were out of it. They served a large bowl of rice to share instead of individual bowls. Portions were decent but all our dishes were delicious! Service was friendly and attentive. Parking is available at Chinatown Parking by the Metro and they can validate your parking ticket for the discount. Will have to come back one day to try dim sum.

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