After a long day of travel, a delayed flight, and then sitting in rush-hour traffic, I was exhausted and honestly had very little appetite. My husband ordered DoorDash, and I asked for the Chongqing spicy fried chicken. He got the pan-fried dumplings for himself and our daughter. Then the food arrived. The moment I smelled that aroma from the red chili peppers, my appetite magically returned . The Chongqing chicken was tasty and had the spicy, fragrant kick I was craving. My only suggestion, if the restaurant team actually reads Yelp reviews, would be to make the chicken pieces a little bigger. I found myself wishing there was more meat with each bite. My husband and daughter both enjoyed the pan-fried dumplings. I did notice that the bottoms of a couple of the dumplings were quite dark brown--borderline burnt--so those could have used a little less time on the pan. Overall, a solid DoorDash dinner that managed to revive my appetite after a very long travel day. And honestly, any dish that can accomplish that deserves some credit. read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Pan fried dumplings - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California

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So glad to have found another great Sichuan restaurant not too far from home! We visited for lunch and were impressed by the variety of options on their lunch menu, but my mom, sister, and I decided to order from the à la carte menu instead. We shared the beef stew noodles, chili oil wontons, steamed tofu with fish, and the Sichuan spicy fried chicken with bone. Every dish was absolutely delicious and perfectly satisfied my craving for that bold, numbing, spicy Sichuan flavor. I can't wait to come back again soon! read more

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So good, and incredibly authentic. I am Not Chinese but have been to China - this was very close to what I ate there. I almost don't wanna review it because I don't want it to get too crowded, but we will be back and the menu is so big that we will try other things I wanted to order next time. read more

This is a smaller-scale Chinese restaurant, but the food quality is excellent! We ordered a variety of dishes, all of which were truly delicious. My favorites include the Sichuan-style sliced beef, stir-fried eggplant and beans, spicy wontons, and clay pot rice with salted pork and vegetables. Parking is convenient, and the prices are very reasonable. I will definitely come back again! read more

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Good food but lukewarm service. The hostess was all smiles when she seated us, but spent the entire time with the other owner chatting up some other customers and ignoring every other table. We got the green onion pancake ($8.95), kung pao chicken ($15.95), yang chou fried rice ($13.95), and one other stir fried dish I can't totally remember but believe was pork with mushrooms and bell peppers. The kung pao chicken had some flavor in the sauce I wasn't totally loving, but was spicy and packed with chicken, peanuts, onions, and bell peppers. The green onion pancake was crispy and delicious, with eight slices to an order. But the star of the show was the yang chou fried rice, which is that fluffy, soft type of fried rice I absolutely love. That was the first thing that got finished at the table. Portions are generous. My brother and I are both good eaters but we still left with leftovers. However, be careful with the take-out containers here; the kung pao leaked for some reason and the containers just felt a little flimsy in general. Luckily they were in a plastic bag, otherwise it would've gotten all over the car. Plenty of other things on the menu to try and I wouldn't object to coming here again, I just wouldn't drive all the way out specifically for it. read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Chinese Pan Cake with Green Onion, Kung Pao Chicken, Yang Chou Fried Rice - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California

This is one of our usual dinner spot. The spicy chicken is our fav and after trying from many places, this place still has the best chicken. My daughter loves their steam fish with tofu and I like their fried green bean but today we tried another veggie but it wasn't as good. The server is always friendly and attentive. read more

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We came in around 6:30 pm on a Tuesday. We were the only customers. The food was mediocre. I was quite disappointed. The green onion pancake had absolutely no taste , no flavor. The spicy boiled fish was just okay. The only flavor it had was just "spicy" . The Chongqing chicken wings were very expensive for the small portion size . It also felt like it was missing some ingredients. The beef and tendon was the worst dish of them all. It had no spicy, umami flavor it's supposed to have. We were quickly seated because we were the only customers but she never came back to check on us. She continued to chat with her co-worker the whole time we were eating. Empty plates were taken away only at the end of the meal when we asked for the check. Will definitely not be coming back. read more

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Closing the year with something spicy for lunch. Lulu's offer a nice lunch menu with a variety of choices. My go to lunch here is their Szechuan spicy fried chicken wings with bones. So it was the case. A complimentary bowl of hot and sour soup is provided. Another favorite dish here. The chicken came out hot and crispy. The skin is crispy and meat is juicy. Unfortunate for wings, not enough of a good thing. With each bite, a taste of Szechuan pepper and red chili, nice. Service is friendly and efficient. read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Hot and sour soup - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California

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The takeout came with one soy sauce packet. When I asked for one more, I was firmly told one packet for one order. That pettiness left a bad taste in my mouth. Not going back. read more

Excellent meal at LuLu's Kitchen ~ Their food is GOOD! Located at the strip mall at Amador Valley x Village Parkway with plenty of parking, the restaurant is clean and seating is comfortable. Upon entering, we were greeted by their friendly staff and proceeded to order a few dishes. Everything tasted excellent and full of balanced flavor and spiciness. Flavors are on point! ;) My favorites: * Hot n Spur soup -- excellent * Fish gluten ball with veggies in clay pot -- simple, mild flavored and tasty! * Stir fry string beans & eggplant -- very good * House special fried chow mein -- eat it while the noodles are crispy! so good! Overall an excellent meal... Thank You and we'll be back soon! read more

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We were fans of Lulu in Concord until it shuttered its doors a few years ago. It's good to find similar food in Dublin. Tofu fish was spicy as always, beautifully presented on its large plate. Pork rib chef special sauce had very unique flavor with small soft ribs superbly fried to golden embedded between green beans. Wish there were some more ribs. The owner/head waitress was distracted: chatting loudly on her cell phone and seemed to have a slightly brusque disposition. Food **** Service *** read more

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I'm so glad to have a place nearby that serves certain dishes that I love. The main dish was the Steamed pork ribs coated in rice which was tasty but wish there was more pork and less filler. The twice cooked pork was standard but good. The Eggplant was also standard but tasty. The green beans were a bit spicier than my preference and a bit oily. read more

Lulu's Kitchen in Dublin is one of our go-to spots! Their Hot Spicy Beef Soup 椒麻牛 is our favorite order every time. The broth is rich, flavorful, and perfectly spicy, with generous portions that are always satisfying. We also appreciate how consistent the food is. Every visit has been just as delicious as the last. Great comfort food, big portions, and reliable quality keep us coming back read more

We came back again today, just because it's been a while since our last time dining here. Lulu's used to be very busy for lunch, but it's not like that today. Time has definitely changed. There are so many options to eat now in the Trivalley area, but Lulu still have that schezhuan flavors that's we all crave for once in a while. Its unique flavors is hard to compare to other restaurants. Always satisfying that you'll want to keep coming back for more. read more

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Love the food I get here. It's one of the most authentic Chinese food you can get in the east bay. They are also still keeping prices low for their amazing lunch special which has huge portions. Even getting delivery via DoorDash is still very affordable from this restaurant. I highly recommend read more

Big lunch menu and reasonable price. We ordered Spicy fish in broth. Good portion. Food was tasty and they were nice enough to wait for me to pick up the food even though they were closed already. I will try other items in future. read more

Lulu's kitchen's food is sooo good! We love coming here when we want some delicious Asian food. One of the best in the valley. The string beans, shredded potatoes, and spicy fish fillets are super yummy. read more

Ordered takeout but the portions look a lot smaller than if you were to dine in. My recommendation would be to dine in and take leftovers home to maximize efficiency and cost. Other than that it's tasty Chinese food, not overpowering or greasy from what I see. read more

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The menu has a wide selection of dishes. But the food was rather bland. Very unexpected if you're looking for authentic Schechuan taste. The quantity was fine. Servers seemed to be a bit too busy eventhough the restaurant was not full. After having tasted their dinner and lunch menus, the lunch menu is a better choice. read more

I've always liked this place, but today changed that. Seated, ready to order, and ignored while people who came after us were attended first. Hard not to question that kind of service. read more

Lulu's kitchen was a staple for us during Covid and after Covid. We always order take out for their reasonable prices and authentic, home-style Chinese food. Our favorites include the Ants Going Up a Tree (spicy), bamboo and pork, stir fried rice cakes, and they have a nice eggplant and green bean dish that is solid, especially as you need the vegetables. Need them! All in all 3 dishes might set you back around $55 - $60, which isn't a horrible deal with the COL these days! This is just a great no frills spot in SR/Dublin and I would recommend it to anyone! read more

Lulu's is an under appreciated gem for Hunan cuisine. The dishes here are well-executed, with authentic flavors, and generously portioned. The comprehensive menu showcases the chef's breath and talents. If Lulu's is close to where I live I would be coming here often. read more

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1 word- Flavor They weren't rated that well but the place was busy. Glad I checked it out. Servers were nice & attentive, food came out fast. Portions were HUGE and fairly priced (I have left overs & paid $20 including tax & 20% tip). Ambiance is a little nicer than a hole in the wall but you still kinda get that feel Spicy beef noodle was generous with tender meat and noodles. Broth was flavorful, spicy & garlicky. read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Beef Stew Noodle Soup ($20 including tax & 20% tip) enough left overs to take home & very yummy - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California

Below average food. Not even salt they put for taste. Flavorless. I would never order here again. Not worth the price

I came for lunch. I parked my car in the parking lot. As I walked to the entrance, the man wearing a Yankee cap looked at me from behind the glass of the front door. He then flipped the sign from OPEN to CLOSED and walked away. I looked at my watch and realized they probably close for lunch at 2:30 PM. He could have opened the door, stuck his head out, and said "Thanks for coming; we close for lunch at 2:30 and reopen for dinner at 5. Please come again!" But no, the guy is rude. I will never go back again. read more

i have ever eaten here may be around six years ago. decided to come here again and place is ok, but i think some seats need to be changed with the new ones. staffs and service are just ok. easy to find parking spaces too. for foods: i will say they are just ok. the cauliflowers is over cooked for me and i think if the bacon can be baked until a bit dry, it should taste better. green beans and lambs are just mediocre... read more

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What a hidden gem. My son and I went there and ordered four different entrees. Very tasty authentic Hunan Chinese food. Servings were large and we had food to bring home. My server was nice and attentive. Definitely a hole in the wall worth eating at. read more

Love their lunch specials. My favorite is Cumin Lamb and Braised Fish Fillet with Tofu. Absolutely delicious and great value for the price. read more

I have ordered 5 dishes they all are as tasty as expected and with large portion, they are griddle cooked pork intestine, spicy cold jelly, pan fried pork bun, pot stickers, wonton soup chilli oil, will definitely order again soon! read more

I had better food experience here with noodle soup and other dishes. However, the dishes today was not up to par. Most likely I won't return because it's oily. Puff Bean Curd Mushroom was too sweet. Eggplant spicy Szechuan Sliced beef tripe read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California

The pork dumpling, hot sour soup and Dan Dan noodle sauce were yummy! Green beans was a little too ginger-y and spicy for me. Will definitely order from here again since my in laws liked the food I ordered. They especially loved the gingery green beans :) read more

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I haven't been here for a couple of years and the food is just as good as I remembered. Everything was fresh and tasty with good service. read more

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Lulu's Kitchen has been an easy pick for lunch or dinner whenever we are at Dublin. They serve authentic and delicious Sichuan food. Our first encounter was at their Concord branch, but the Dublin location is more convenient so we have been going here ever since they opened. The Szechuan Spicy Fried Chicken has been our favorite even though it always brings out that numbing feeling. It is very tasty and not too greasy. We always get it bone-in because we like nibbling around the bones for that extra flavor. Another dish we would normally get is the Spicy Fish Fillet with Spicy Supreme Broth. We have always enjoyed the boiled white fish in the flavorful broth with the glass noodles, bean sprouts, Napa cabbage, and the other spicy and numbing ingredients. Serving size was plentiful. This is much better than the Spicy Boiled Fish Fillet. We try to get our veggies in too, usually the Pan-fried String Beans or the Sautéed Eggplant with String Bean in Chili Sauce. We loved how the green beans came out perfectly blistered and charred. These were tasty as well. Steamed rice goes well with the above, but sometimes we would get a serving of fried rice. We've tried the Combination Fried Rice and the Preserved Meat Fried Rice. We liked the latter because of the flavor of the cured meat. We need to try other items on their menu, but we are very satisfied with the ones that we have had. Lulu's Kitchen is a fine choice for Sichuan food this side of the bay. Venture read more

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Pretty good Chinese food! My picky Chinese parents said "we can come back" which is a pretty big compliment haha. The menu is pretty big and it's kind of confusing because they offer a mix of szechuan & shanghainese food. The standout was the toothpick lamb which was better than most of the toothpick lambs we've had in the bay. The vermicelli with minced pork is pretty spicy -- wish it was a tad less spicy. The eggplant was a bit too corn-starchy but had pretty good flavor! The fish fillet with dual flavor was nice and spicy but could have a bit more depth of flavor. Overall really not bad and will probably come back to explore more of the menu read more

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I did a takeout. The food was not bad. The chicken fried rice and kungpao chicken was good. However the spring roll was cold and soggy. The portion of rice and chicken was pretty enough for two. read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Kung Pao Chicken Special - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California

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Authentic Chinese food. Portions are larger than other restaurants. Service is great. We have been coming here for years when we lived in Dublin. We always come here when we travel back from Idaho. Soups, fish dishes, 辣子雞, 外婆豆腐, 豆角茄子 are a few of our favorites. I highly recommend. read more

Shang hai rice is addicting. Nice veggies and like bacon meat. Would highly recommend this place. And their pan fried buns are delicious !

Sometimes a second look is important. My first visit did not leave much of an impression, but after my second visit this may become on of my go to Chinese spots in Dublin. The menu features a mix of Szechuan, Shanghainese, and other stuff. Ambiance is casual and the place is small and popular so a small wait may not be uncommon. Despite the limited staff and extensive menu, it's impressive how efficient the service is. Food comes out fast (and fresh) from the kitchen. We decided to go for a feast, ordering way more food than we could possibly eat in a single sitting. Everything was yummy. Some Szechuan staples like cumin lamb hit the spot. I enjoyed both the steamed and fried fish dishes. The cold appetizer with wheat gluten and wood ear mushroom provided a sweet break from the spice. I liked the addition of chestnuts with the braised pork belly. Portions are big and we had plenty of leftovers after a feast at the restaurant. I will be back. Great for a feast with family or friends. read more

COVID-19 EXPERIENCE Life without Yelp is like the NBA Bubble without the Golden State Warriors - It's incomplete and boring. But there are times when life throws a wrench into our plans and we have to press the proverbial pause button. Forced to shut down for a period of time due to the pandemic, we were very happy when Lulu's Kitchen finally reopened its doors for takeout and delivery. Their Griddle-Cooked Pork Intestine is a dine-in favorite, but we have other go-to dishes that can be ordered to go. Spicy Fish Fillet with Spicy Supreme Broth - They packed this in not one but two big plastic containers! Despite the hot temperature of the broth, the fish maintained its consistency and did not break down at all. Still very tasty. Szechuan Spicy Fried Chicken (Bone-in) - This is oftentimes referred to as Sichuan, Chongqing, or Mala fried chicken elsewhere. The amount of red chili peppers could be intimidating, but they were just there for show. This delicious dish will numb the taste buds but the reward from the flavor was so worth it. Very juicy, too! Pan-fried String Beans - This looked so simple but it takes more than just sautéeing the string beans. They initially have to be pan fried until the skin looked wrinkled and also carried a slight char. The aroma was so enticing; the taste was legendary. Pan-fried Pork Buns (Sheng Jian Bao) - Each bao had a golden-brown-crusted bottom and a somewhat glossy top. It was smaller than what we've had in other places. When ordering this to-go, it is best consumed in the parking lot. Otherwise, the dough will have the tendency of absorbing most, if not all, of the soup. Decent flavor. It might take some time before we get to see the inside of Lulu's Kitchen again, but we'll take this alternative for the time being. Two years have passed since my initial review and this is still the best place in the Tri-Valley to get that Sichuan fix... read more

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Consistent yummy Szechuan eats, owner and the usual lady server are both really friendly. Not much ambiance, but that's what why you come here for. I've eaten here many times, while I usually try to order something new, there are a couple items I always get: bifengtang fish (so crispy on the outside, fish is light and flaky), cumin lamb (a bit greasy but the cumin flavor and lamb is just the best), xlb (not the best ever, but decent and good size) I've order both take out and delivery, food quality in both scenario seemed to be pretty fresh, but obviously eating there is always the best especially with fried items! Will be visiting again soon! read more

Lulu's Kitchen - Xlb, smoked duck, Lamb with Cumin Sauce, Eggplant with Spicy Garlic Sauce, Bifengtang Style Fish, beef roll, Beef Chow Mein - Szechuan Near Me - Dublin, California