I saw this while driving by and THOUGHT it was the same as one in Chicago, IT IS!! I have eaten here twice in the last two weeks, bringing my sister and then a friend! Went for lunch both time and was pleased each time! The lunch menu pricing is good! You get a soup/salad, little app and entree for under $20! I had the crunchy lemon shrimp and I just don't know if I can even try anything else bc it's that good!!! They have a separate room that I think you could have a large group in? And a booth with pink flowers around it!!! read more

Lao Sze Chuan - Mmmmmmm!!! Crunchy lemon shrimp - Chinese Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Lao Sze Chuan has definitely added something special to the 901. Great food, great atmosphere, and a really nice ambiance overall. We visited about a month after their grand opening and they absolutely did not disappoint. The duck is a must-try. Crispy, flavorful, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. The fried rice was another standout for us -- simple but packed with flavor and done right. One thing I also liked was the setup of their private party rooms. They have two separate rooms that can either be combined for larger gatherings or kept separate for smaller events, which is a really nice touch. Overall, a solid addition to the Memphis food scene and definitely worth checking out if you're craving good Chinese food in a nicer dining atmosphere. read more

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I could have sworn I visited the SW Houston location of this Chicago-based chain, but I guess I didn't. Anyway, this Sichuan restaurant is located in several US states and cities now and is a pretty good place to go for semi-authentic Sichuan cuisine with an American flare and definite American music playing in the background. Inside this location is an upscale dark art deco theme with lots of blacks and gold. We ordered the Peking duck soup and Mongolian beef tenderloin (spicy). Not many items but we were in a hurry due to a full day of events planned. Overall, we had a pretty good experience with this quick meal before visiting several local tourist destinations. The crystal grotto is a short drive from here, which is why I even ended up on this side of town. The mongoloan beef was not spicy at all, even though I had asked for the chef to make it spicy. The duck soup really doesn't have that many pieces of duck in it either. Paying the check took quite some time, not sure why. The restaurant was not that busy but our server sort of disappeared on us for a while there. read more

This place is simply incredible! The dining area is exquisite, just beautiful. The staff was so warm and welcoming as well but the show stopper is the food. I started with the steamed dumplings then had Mongolian beef as my entree. This is by far the best Chinese I've ever had and top 5 best meal overall in my life. Just a wonderful restaurant! read more

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Excellent food & great service! I love the lunch bento boxes. Such a great variety of options and nice serving sizes. Everything we ordered was delicious and perfectly prepared. The crispy lemon shrimp is my favorite! It reminds me of honey walnut shrimp but much better. The lemon flavor isn't too much. It's just right! The restaraunt is nice and spacious with plenty of room for larger groups. They have a back room which could host 2 groups and an area in the main dining room. read more

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Wow the interior was captivating! I def felt underdressed ! Service was great. Our server was awesome and attentive. Food was delicious! The egg drop soup had corn in it and tasted a bit burnt. Not a fan. The diced fillet was good. Not too spicy. Dan Dan noodles was flavorful. Beef soup was good. Beef fried rice had a buttery taste and delicious. General tso was meh. Overall, would def come back and try other things! read more

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I was really excited to try this new restaurant in the area and was sadly disappointed in the quality of the food. I wanted to try some basic options which always tells me the quality of the place. I placed a pick up order, the staff was friendly and walked me through their menu. And great interaction upon pick up. The space is beautifully decorated and it appears to be a great place to dine in for an experience. However for me the food was not that great. The orange chicken was tough to chew , the noodles did not have a lot of flavor a little bland for my taste and the fried rice was pretty good, the cook made it too spicy when I requested mild spice. read more

Lao Sze Chuan - Shrimp fried rice, lo mein, orange chicken - Chinese Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I wanted to love it but I didn't. I stopped by Friday evening just before dinner around 5p. I was greeted immediately walking in and was seated. The establishment is beautiful and inviting and was not crowded so I was surprised it took my server 16 whole minutes to come over. While reviewing the menu there were things I wanted to try but was really unsure what was included. My server was unable to clearly explain to me a couple of dishes so I stuck with what I knew. Egg drop soup was good but sweet and that was different. Pork dumplings were good and the combo fried rice that included pork, beef, shrimp, veggies and lamb I think. I asked for spicy but it was very bland. I didn't taste any of the bold spicy flavors promoted for these dishes. I added chili oil for a hint of flavor but otherwise this place was just ok but definitely check them out! read more

Lao Sze Chuan - Pork dumplings - Chinese Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

I always keep my expectations low for restaurants with a lot of hype. This is a new one but I have been hearing a lot about it in a short time. So a friend and I decided to meet here for lunch. I was kinda expecting a crowd but it was pretty normal. I ordered the crispy shrimp w/ lemon sauce and he got orange chicken. We both were instantly impressed with the flavor. I almost wanted to order some of the lemon sauce to take home. The decor was also very nice. Not what you would expect in a small shopping center. I look forward to going back. read more

Lao Sze Chuan - Crispy shrimp/ lemon sauce. Across from mine is Orange chicken. - Chinese Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Was so excited to try this place and glad I finally did! First of all our server Jada was amazing, attentive and so sweet! Our food came out fast too. Best Asian food in Memphis by far. Will be coming back ! read more

Beautiful interior! Great place for a date night, girls night, business event, and more. The food hold ups to the hype. It's not just a place that looks great but also tastes even better! Nick was my sever and he was phenomenal! The Mongolian beef tenderloin, pork & duck fried rice, and the boiled sole fish in spicy szechuan sauce were amazing. We also got the egg drop soup, hot & sour soup, and wonton soup. All great too! Was more true to what thy should be (not the super yellow thick-egged egg drop soup for an example). I think the prices are reasonable for the atmosphere, food, service, AND PORTIONS. It's a new go-to for sure!! read more

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The food was good. The decor is very upscale. And we had great service. My only complaint is how far the booth seat from the table is. I'm big and it was extremely difficult to get the food due to it being so far away. Never had this problem in my life. also the egg drop soup had corn in it. A bit odd. read more

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If you're looking for authentic Sichuan flavors, this is the spot! The food is incredibly flavorful- the perfect balance of heat and that signature numbing spice. We tried the Mapo Tofu, the Peking duck, and the twice cooked pork, and all three were standout dishes. The ambiance is modern yet cozy, making it a great place for a date or a group dinner. What really topped off the experience was the friendly and attentive staff; they were quick with recommendations and made sure our water glasses were never empty (which you'll need with the spice!). Highly recommend!" read more

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The food taste was very, very good. The potstickers soy sauce was off the charts. I would recommend and plan to return read more

In the spicy dishes, they use a numbing oil which h threw off all my taste buds. I could not drink the water due to the effects of the numbing oil. I would go back to try the duck. It looks good but did not order it. read more

Ambiance is nice for a party, date or when you just want to feel fancy. Like that they offered tofu options. It's the soft tofu not the hard fried tofu I like, but flavor was nice. It's a nice little spot. read more

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Food was delicious they offer large servings. This also came with 2 Duck soups that were very delicious. Shrimp fried rice was not photographed. Food was fresh and very flavorful. Service was great sat at the bar and he was very helpful. The renovations look amazing I remember the old restaurant that was in this spot. Night and day renovations look great! The new owners did a great job and hired a great staff. read more

Lao Sze Chuan - HALF Duck with pancake wraps and scallions and cucumbers sliced very thin. With a sweet sauce for dipping. - Chinese Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Move over PoP, there is a new and more authentic Szechuan restaurant in town! And this one has an all you can eat lunch. Clean and new; super Authentic eatery that originated in Chicago Chinatown and is the new go to for spicy and authentic Szechuan cuisine. More choices, more value and soooo good. If you love spicy food but you are new to Szechuan food then I strongly suggest you start with a lunch and get a feel around the menu. Can't be beat! read more

We were so impressed with this place for their food and service we went back a second time to experience some new dishes and this time was even better including their "Crispy Lemon Shrimps" which was really out of this world and highly recommended for anyone who want to try this new place in town. read more

Lao Sze Chuan - Kung Pao chicken - Chinese Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Food, service and ambiance 10/10 !!!!!! This is a must try spot . Guaranteed satisfaction read more

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Everything was AMAZING! Daniel was very attentive and super nice. He had great recommendations and we fully prepare to be back. Great food, best I've had of its kind in Memphis. Not to mention the place is beautiful and they have a private dining section if you have a bigger crowd. read more

2nd time having dinner here. Both times the food and service were fantastic!!!! We had the soup dumplings which were delicious along with the chili chicken, dan dan noodles and the lamb dish. We never had to ask for refills on our drinks and the server checked on us constantly!!! What a nice change from other places. Cant wait to go back. read more

The food was fantastic. Small menu, but all items are prepared with care. The staff was extremely accommodating and answered all my questions. The dining room was elegant without feeling stuffy. Highly recommending a visit when in the area. read more

Had another amazing meal here. The service was amazing and the food, tried some new dishes. I was happy to see they were busy the ambience was amazing and the food spectacular. I have had better hot and sour soup but who cares I didn't come for the soup read more

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Ok, omg. Authentic Peking duck in the Memphis area??? This alone is a GOOD reason to go here. No need to travel elsewhere to get 5 star Szechuan food. Dare I say it is even better than petals of peony?! In any case there is tough competition for Szechuan here in Memphis. I can't complain, the more the better!! Love it, keep it up!! read more

I went with some friends for dinner. We had the 1/2 Peking Duck that came with a duck broth soup that was delicious. Had steamed soup dumplings, bows, pea plant, and spicy tofu. Everything was good. The decor was nice but when it's crowded, it hard to hear your friends when you are talking. Love the motion Lazy Susan that ensures everyone can get reach the dishes. The service was fast and efficient. Smart concept to have the water carafe on the table so they don't have to wait for water refills. We will definitely dine again. read more

5-5-26 We were there for lunch today. We ordered the lunch special and Duck Fried Rice. The food came out hot and delicious. This time they made the food spot on. The customer services was excellent. read more

The food was out of this world. The spice was definitely there and tasteful not just pain in your face. We had the roast duck which was prepared professionally with the right balance of sweet and savory and the xiao long bao (soup dumplings) was on par with the ones I've had in china. The only con I had is the service. Is a bit slow. read more

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The food was excellent. The service prompt and friendly. Some of the best Chinese food in Memphis

Best Chinese food I've ever had! We ordered the Mongolian beef and a spicy chicken dish I can't remember the name of. Everything was delicious. read more

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This place is really good - kind of expensive but worth the money if that is what you are going for

First off, ambience was great, and Tiffany was the first person to grab my attention at the door as she eagerly helped me secure a table for me and my family and friends. I appreciated her help and her kind demeanor. All the staff was very pleasant. Finally, if you like Americanized Chinese food, this is like that but the kind that you eat while holding up your pinky. Food was delicious... for context I got the General Tso's chicken with white rice and some egg rolls for the appetizer. The portions are fairly generous, and unless you are a bodybuilder, I would say that a meal and a single appetizer would fill most people up. Will definitely be going again. Nia was also a sweetheart. If she serves you, you will be in good hands! read more

We really enjoyed Lao Sze Chuan for date night. We ordered the half duck with the accompaniments & it was really good. The best shrimp fried rice we've ever had...DELICIOUS! Next time we intend to try the fish! read more

The food is inconsistent. The wait staff (we've been 3 times) does not know the food well. They do not know the difference between rice noodles and cellophane noodles. What Memphis needs is a good Hunan Chinese restaurant. read more

Lao Sze Chuan is such a fun dining experience. We started with the Sichuan wontons and sautéed string beans, both packed with flavor. For mains, we had the fried rice, dry chili chicken, and count pao shrimp, and every dish had that bold, signature Sichuan heat. If you love flavorful, high-end Chinese cuisine, you won't be disappointed by this new spot in the city. read more

This restaurant was so good! The duck and dumplings were amazing and tasted authentic (coming from a Chinese person). Other dishes we enjoyed were the general Tso's chicken, boiled beef, green beans, Dan Dan noodle, and crispy shrimp. Excited to go back and try more dishes! Also loved the ambiance and wall art! read more

A new Chinese restaurant in the heart of East Memphis. The furnishings were classic yet comfortable. The music was soothing. The service was thoughtful and attentive. The food was exceptional. Lao Sze Chuan is destined to become one of our favorite spots. read more

Food, ambiance and service were amazing! Very friendly and helpful. The green beans were phenomena!

The food , the ambiance and the service is so good!! So many bold and delicious flavors i definitely recommend the dumplings and green beans along woth the dan dan noodles everyone is so kind and everything is so yummy !! Come try it out def a 10 out of 10 experience!! read more