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Nanbei Gourmet

3.8 (6 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 1 week ago

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Fish and vegetables with Peking Sauce and rice
Justin P.

Located inside Atlanta's Chinatown's food court, Nanbei Gourmet is my go-to spot to grab some delicious Chinese food. Chinatown is never short of options, but I always seem to gravitate back towards Nanbei Gourmet because of their specialties. Nanbei Gourmet's identity is centered around Szechuan cuisine, which might throw some people off because off the spice. However, I can assure you that there are both spicy and non-spicy dishes that I can point to as their best options. I think their best dish is the spicy fish with soft tofu. Their fish is always cooked perfectly, and flaky. Their spicy Szechuan sauce does the cuisine justice; it truly is spicy! But, it's the good kind of spicy where your mouth feels numb and you want to eat more, because the flavor is on point. If you're not looking for something spicy, their fish and vegetables in the Peking sauce is my next pick. The vegetables always taste fresh, and the amount of gravy that dish has to put on your rice gets me giddy. Their meatballs and handmade buns never go wrong either. Their prices also are extremely reasonable, and their portion sizes never disappoint. There's seriously not much to dislike about this place!

Sichuan fish and tofu and the green beans
Annie H.

This is located in a food court, so there are tons of options, but what stood out to me was the value this specific restaurant offered for each dish. Most of the dishes were like $12 and had huge portions, and each included rice. The food itself was delicious and flavorful, definitely capturing the essence of a Sichuan meal with the chili oil and savory umami flavor of the fish and tofu. The green beans were fairly standard and traditional. I appreciate the swiftness that the food came out. Definitely remember what you got since it is self-serve and you need to pick up your own order. They have a little water station and a station for Utensils and napkins just next to where you'd pick up your food. I really appreciate the busy food court vibe that reminds me of little hole in the wall shops/food carts in China. It's a bit loud, but that adds to the fun!

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Have been having their food for at least a hundred times, amazing place to go. Price is fair and all food taste good

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It took me THREE whole attempts to eat here and then I FINALLY did it (cheers roar in the…read moredistance). Since that first successful attempt I've been here a few times and I'm surely a fan. Admittedly this location is in need of a DEEP clean and a major facelift. It's like stepping into a vintage time capsule. But hey, at least there's yummy food inside. Considering that, the prices do not really match the ambience at all in my opinion. However it seems they might have a big staff to support, especially those who make their dumplings and noodles from scratch. I'll pay a lil extra at a takeout spot for the food quality because it's certainly there. The staff has been pleasant enough, which is a nice plus. The pork buns are a great mouthful (I prefer steamed). Same for the soup dumplings. Unmatched in the texture of the dough. I've tried their hand-pulled noodles in a soup as well as a stir-fry and they certainly held their own. The noodle consistency is incredibly dreamy, so much so it has become a craving in my household. I don't like the beef they use as it can be a bit dry but the flavor is really nice. Nothing has been salty so far and the flavor profile is always robust. Numbing spice on deck. Again, the food is a hit. Where this place falls short is appearance and service. It just feels stuck in another century, and not in an endearing way. I ate here once, saw the condition of the restaurant and the health score, and settled on the blissful ignorance of takeout from thereon. The parking lot is rough and an eyesore. But honestly, it seems people overlook these things for the food. "People" being me....

We took our out-of-town friends to our favorite hole-in-the-wall Chinese spot, Northern China…read moreEatery, and once again it went beyond expectations. Yes, we call it a "hole in the wall" -- it's literally in the basement of an optician and not the flashiest place you'll ever see. But don't judge a book by its cover. The quality of the food is far beyond what the exterior suggests. This is our one and only go-to spot when we need a true Chinese food fix in Atlanta. Simple, no-frills, and all about the food. It's not trendy or polished -- and that's part of the charm. You're here for authentic, bold flavors, not fancy decor. Service is pretty solid, even with the occasional language barrier or when the person hand-making dumplings steps away for a break. Even during peak busy times on previous visits, they've handled things well. One thing we learned the hard way: don't ask them to modify dishes. On a past visit, we asked for a change and they refused to preserve authenticity -- and honestly, I respect that 100% now. Lesson learned: trust the chef and learn to handle the spice! This place is all about explosive, authentic flavors. Our usual star is the Spicy Griddle Cooked Fish Fillet with potato chips, carrot chips, lotus root, and purple yam. It's a full-on flavor bomb -- numbing Sichuan peppercorn heat, bold spice, and perfect for sharing. Absolute showstopper. The Twice Cooked Pork Belly with Cabbage is my new favorite -- juicy, succulent pork paired with crunchy cabbage and an incredible sauce. Just phenomenal. The Black Pepper Beef was flavorful, though this time it leaned a bit heavy on green peppers and lighter on the beef. Still tasty, just slightly unbalanced. The Egg Fried Rice complemented everything beautifully -- and best of all, it wasn't oily. And the Lamb & Zucchini Dumplings? Worth every minute of the wait. Handmade and packed with flavor -- another absolute winner. We can't wait to go back. This is the kind of place you proudly take out-of-town guests -- they'll be blown away and talking about it the rest of their trip. Northern China Eatery never disappoints.

Nanbei Gourmet - szechuan - Updated May 2026

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