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I was very excited to try this place however I was very disappointed. I have to say the location and service was amazing but the food was really not good. The ribs were very dry and not flavorful. We ordered the crab which in my opinion is the best bang for your buck. The only thing we really enjoyed was the cold noodle. The green beans were way too salty and the other dishes just didn't have that sichuan flavor
I had a mediocre experience at Sichuan Impression (Alhambra). My family and I tried their Dine LA Summer Menu ($72 - feeds 3 to 4 guests). We selected the Wontons in Chili Oil, Original Kung Pao Chicken, Stir-Fried Angus Ribeye with Scallions, and Home-Style Fried Rice. It all tastes cheap, mushy, or over-sweetened. UGH! It's not awful, but this food currently does not deserve a Michelin Guide label. Rather, this place tastes like Panda Express but with slightly better ingredients. I arrived at Sichuan Impression (Alhambra) on Thursday (around 6PM). Parking is easy because it touches a customer parking garage. Parking sign says, "Authorized Parking for Our Customers & Guests Only - 2 Hour Limit." Upon arrival, there's a crowd of people eager for the Dine LA promotion. There's an electronic waitlist. We waited about 25 minutes before being seated. Staff is rushed and lackluster. Staff is frantically stretched thin, and Staff barely interacts with customers. The service is similar to ordering bad McDonalds at the counter; Staff is indifferent and impersonal. It all felt like a marathon or sprint, as Staff plops the food on the table before running to the next table. Messy dishes pushed onto the table before hurrying away. Staff rushed everyone to order, and Staff almost never checked up on the table until the very end when the "tip option" appeared. As mentioned the family chose the Dine LA Summer Menu ($72). The Wontons in Chili Oil had a delicate, bouncy wrapping (covered in addictive spicy sauce) but the filling was shriveled and small. The Original Kung Pao Chicken tasted sugary like Orange Chicken; it felt like an attempt to hide the dry taste of its chicken. The Stir-Fried Angus Ribeye with Scallions tasted mushy and bland as if a premade bowl had been sitting out for a long time; this tasted like above average buffet food. And the Home-Style Fried Rice is hot and squishy like clay. This rice isn't fluffy and flavorful; rather, it tasted smashed together and wet. This was a BAD showcase of their talents. The food looked somewhat picturesque, but it all tasted rushed and frugal. On ambiance, Sichuan Impression (Alhambra) felt loud, crowded, and plain. The place appears clean, but it was not a memorable spot. At most, it looks like a spruced up cafeteria. Overall, Sichuan Impression (Alhambra) left a poor impression. This business couldn't handle the large crowds, and the mediocre quality/results felt very apparent. This place is not bad, but it's also not great. 3.3 out of 5
We ordered a variety and it was all unique. Ty he least impressive item was the impressive dumplings. The kung pao chicken was a surprise favorite. Elegant space. We parked in a garage and walked over. Please come and create your own adventure.
Came here with some friends and had a really enjoyable meal. We tried a variety of dishes and there wasn't anything that disappointed. The cold noodles were refreshing and had a nice firm texture, making them a great starter. The qiao jiao beef stood out with its rich beef bone broth, and both the beef and radish were incredibly tender. The shredded potatoes with vinegar and chilies had a satisfying crunch and a nice kick without being overwhelming. One of my favorite dishes was the tea smoked pork ribs. They were fall-off-the-bone tender and the crispy garlic on top added a lot of flavor and texture. The kung pao chicken was another standout. The chicken pieces were meaty and the sauce had a sweet and savory flavor that actually reminded me of sweet and sour pork, which I really enjoyed. Overall, a solid spot with flavorful dishes and a good variety of textures across the menu. Definitely worth checking out if you're craving Sichuan food in the area.
Favorites were fries, string beans,chicken, pork jowl. Fries were really crunchy, string beans has flavor and garlic. Chicken was probably number 1 on my list. It wasn't overly spicy, kinda reminds me of zindrew og sauce. Pork jowl was interesting. You eat it as a wrap and add pineapple sauce. Alot of these items we ordered no spicy so that they will have spicy on the side. Since we had a few who doesn't like spicy. I dont think they ever brought us spicy on the side but its okay since we had some spicy dishes as well. Mapo tofu was flavorful but very numbing. I couldnt even tell the lamb eas gamey because my mouth was numb. Which is good because i usually cant handle gameyness. Not really a fan or their taro dessert with the mochi. It was too liquidy for me. 3.5 stars
Sichuan Impression serves some of the most authentic Sichuan cuisine in Los Angeles. I've visited this restaurant many times over the years, and one of my all-time favorites was the Bobo Chicken (钵钵鸡). Unfortunately, it is no longer on the menu. I really wish they would bring it back because it was one of the restaurant's signature dishes and a favorite among many customers. During this visit, I ordered the sliced pork and the jelly noodles. The sliced pork was incredibly tender, with a clean, fresh flavor that let the ingredients' quality shine. The jelly noodles were refreshing, spicy, and full of bold Sichuan flavors. The combination of heat, seasoning, and texture was simply delicious. The dessert was also surprisingly good. It reminded me of mochi, topped with puffed rice that added a pleasant crunch and contrast to the soft, chewy texture. If you're looking for authentic Sichuan food in Los Angeles, I highly recommend Sichuan Impression. The flavors are genuine, the dishes are consistently well prepared, and it's a place you really can't go wrong with.
Located in a plaza in Tustin, there is ample parking. There was also no wait on a Wednesday afternoon. The restaurant itself is clean and organized. The waiters don't check up on you but it's a Chinese restaurant so oh well. Their food though, now it's a banger. You have to get basically one of everything. The impressive noodles were quite impressive and the tea smoked ribs blew my mind.
Authentic Szechuan food! Price is super affordable for the portion, service is very fast, and the ambiance is clean and bright. My favorite dishes are the smoked ribs that are so well executed and the boiled fish that has an addicting numbing spice to it!
Had been hearing high reviews about this place, and enjoyed our dinner here. I enjoyed the stir-fried lamb with cumin the best of our selection. The food was good but I found it to be pretty standard, not too sure what makes it special enough to be Michelin recommended. Ordering is done via QR code, for some dishes you are able to specify spice level, and keep in mind you have to pay for rice by the bowl. Service seemed variable - I noticed servers for other tables carefully taking food away from the table to pack it at the back counter, but for us our server packed our food right at the table, subjecting us to splashes from the pouring.
小伙伴们！连续8年入选米其林指南的锦城里Sichuan Impression，我终于吃上了！ 性价比惊到我了！！ 这次冲的$72 / 5道菜套餐，全部正常Full Size份量，适合3-4人，口水鸡、烧椒牛肉、香辣前蹄、烧椒茄子、红油抄手，麻婆豆腐....应该有的传统川菜都有了[哇R]，连不该有的创新菜都有：生腌甜虾、锦城里秘制鸡翅... 重点提示！！！！！！！ 这个套餐平时没有，是限时体验：新客8/14-8/28，老客8.8-8.13～ 菜品测评 夫妻肺片：红油底一出场就自带老资格沉淀！麻辣精华全融在油里，闻一下上头，吃一口入魂，每嚼一下辣油从牛肉缝隙间涌出，过瘾！ 红油笋尖：夏天清爽担当！微辣点燃味蕾，最后还有一丝回甜，激情悄然释放～ 藤椒鱼：肉质鲜嫩，藤椒霸道侵入整个味觉系统，舌头有种跳舞的酥麻感，但又清爽不腻！ 葱爆安格斯肋眼：肋眼薄厚适中，大火快炒锁住肉汁，入口细嫩耐嚼，葱香浓郁，下饭神器！ 红油抄手：皮薄肉多，入口嫩滑无粉感，红油香气突出，先甜香酱香，辣味慢慢渗出，层次感拉满～ 锦城里凉面：面条筋道，香辣中带点酸甜，把"香、鲜、微甜、辣"平衡得恰到好处～ 荔枝气泡水：荔枝味十足，果肉充斥其中，清爽解辣！ 老客专享免费香芋红薯丸：外酥里软，金黄诱人，咬开咔嚓一声，甜香软糯，不油腻！ 川菜就是七滋八味皆家常，朴实又有温暖～8年米其林真不是盖的！ Hey guys! I finally got to try Sichuan Impression, which has been featured in the Michelin Guide for 8 consecutive years! The value for money completely blew me away!! This time I went for the $72 / 5-course set menu. Everything comes in full-size portions, perfect for 3-4 people! It includes all the classic Sichuan dishes you'd expect--Mouthwatering Chicken, Roasted Pepper Beef, Spicy Pork Trotters, Roasted Pepper Eggplant, Chili Oil Wontons, Mapo Tofu... And even creative dishes you wouldn't expect: Raw Marinated Sweet Shrimp, Sichuan Impression Secret Recipe Wings... IMPORTANT NOTE!!!!!!! This set menu isn't available normally--it's a limited-time experience: * New Customers: 8/14-8/28 * Returning Customers: 8/8-8/13~ Dish Reviews * Sliced Beef and Maw in Chili Sauce (Fu Qi Fei Pian): The chili oil base shows off its classic heritage right out of the gate! The essence of numbing spice is fully infused into the oil. One whiff hits your head, one bite touches your soul--spicy oil bursts from between the beef fibers with every chew. So satisfying! * Bamboo Shoots in Chili Oil: The ultimate refreshing summer dish! A mild kick of spice ignites your tastebuds, leaving a subtle lingering sweetness at the end~ * Rattan Pepper Fish: The fish is incredibly tender and fresh. The bold rattan pepper takes over your entire palate, giving your tongue a dancing, tingling sensation while staying light and non-greasy! * Stir-Fried Angus Ribeye with Scallions: Ribeye sliced to the perfect thickness, high-heat flash-fried to lock in the juices. Tender yet satisfyingly chewy with a rich scallion aroma--the ultimate rice pairing! * Chili Oil Wontons (Chao Shou): Thin wrapper, generous filling, smooth on the tongue with zero powdery texture. The chili oil aroma really shines--first sweet and savory, then the spiciness gradually creeps in. The layers of flavor are off the charts~ * Sichuan Impression Cold Noodles: Chewy noodles with a flavor profile of spicy, savory, slightly sweet, and tangy--perfectly balanced to hit all the right notes! * Lychee Sparkling Water: Packed with rich lychee flavor and real fruit pulp--super refreshing and the ultimate spice-quencher! * Returning Customer Exclusive - Free Taro Sweet Potato Balls: Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, enticingly golden. A nice crunch when you bite in--sweet, soft, chewy, and not greasy at all! Sichuan cuisine brings all the complex traditional flavors into comforting, everyday dishes--homely yet so warm~ Being featured in the Michelin Guide for 8 years is definitely no joke!
Really delicious chinese restaurant! Never heard of this place and tried it out based on high yelp reviews. Located on Main Street in Alhambra, there's tons of delicious restaurants like Sichuan impression. Parking was simple, the parking structure is in the same building as the restaurant. To order your food, you scan the QR code at your table and order everything through your phone.I honestly would love to get a physical menu with photos and an employee taking my order. I would like human interaction. Ordered the stir fry dry green beans, tea smoked pork ribs, wonton in chili oil, and beef noodle soup. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious! I would reorder everything! The pork ribs were perfect texture and flavor! Interior is beautiful, food is delicious and looks beautiful as well. Staff was very friendly although not so attentive. I would definitely come back!
Service was okay. A little slow Took a little bit of time to get seated. Seemed maybe understaffed. Food came out okay. Good portions, authentic, just the right amount of spice and it's a very spacious restaurant. With tons of parking spots so that's nice. I like the modern feel they have it definitely makes them a little different than other Sichuan restaurants here in Rowland heights. They do serve alcohol Have a drink menu as well.
Always wanted to try this place out! Despite the name, they actually have a good amount of non-spicy dishes here to offer. We first started off with ordering A-Choy, Tea Smoked Pork Rib, and the flaming pork jowl. The choy came out first, which even though it's a super simple dish, it was quite tasty! The Tea Smoked Pork Rib was also pretty good, it falls off the bone! It has a prominent smoky flavor to it, which was pretty nice. We also got the pork jowl which was pretty unique. We didn't know how 'fancy' the dish was lol but they also poured alcohol over it over hot stones, and you eat it with lettuce and garnishes for a refreshing bite. All of the dishes were pretty good. Service was pretty standard. It wasn't too busy so it was pretty quick for us to receive our food. There wasn't that many people either so we were seated quickly. It does feel more of a modern Chinese restaurant, which the dishes were also more nicely presented. Although, the price point feels kinda expensive for what it is lol. I wouldn't say the ribs would be $30 worth given the portion size either, nor the pork jowl. It feels more like an elevated experience with the ambiance and presentation, but the food is just 'good'.
Haven't been to the new Sichuan Impression since they moved to Main St. and it's such a shame because I realized we've been missing out! Hubby & I came New Year's Eve for dinner and ordered a few dishes to try...they were out of the smoked pig ear appetizer which was a bummer. -(23) Grandma's Pickled Cucumber, this was good. I always love cucumber salads so I liked this dish. -(18) Fish Fillet w/ Pickled Vegetable Soup, we got this because it's non-spicy to kind of balance out all the spice. It does come with some bean thread/glass noodles inside and it is suancai (Chinese Sauerkraut) soup flavor. -(38) Stir-Fried Lamb in Cumin, hubby loves lamb and cumin and this was good. Definitely has the kick of spice to it. Pairs well with rice. -(68) Wonton in Chili Oil, these appear to be housemade wontons and the sauce is good! I enjoyed it! Will be back to try more dishes. Their restrooms are clean, and service is fairly quick even with all the to-go orders and dinner rush. They have their own parking lot or you can do street parking or park at any of the lots around DT Alhambra and walk over. read more
2 years ago
Came without reservation near opening on a Saturday night but no wait. Water is served from pre-poured plastic cups that they just hand out, which takes away from the otherwise very nice and elegant ambiance a little. We ordered the kung pao chicken, taiwanese lettuce, and the spicy boiled fish. It was just the right amount of food for 4 people with no leftovers. Portions aren't as generous as other Chinese family style places. The food was a little salty and the boiled fish's oil later was a lot thicker than I was used to, but the flavor was really nice. Maybe worth coming back, but was nothing particularly amazing among a sea of Chinese restaurants in the area. read more
I came here for DineLA since they had a great deal for 3-4 people! It was 5 dishes for $72. I enjoyed it some much I ended up coming back during the weekday again with my family. We got the kung pao chicken, impressive cold noodle, smoked tea rib, wonton in chili oil, lamb skewers. My personal favorite was the kung pao chicken. It was soo flavorful and the chicken pieces were moist! I also really enjoyed the lamb skewers - although I do not usually like lamb because of the gamey texture and taste the lamb here was really good! The tea smoke rib was very tender but a bit dry and I felt like it needed a sauce to go with it. The waitress was very nice and accommodating. The restaurant is small but does fit a good amount of people! I would love to come back after dineLA to try other dishes. read more
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1 year ago
I had gone tk their own location several times, but took a while to try their new one. There was a very long wait to get it. Hat to say but I didn't feel it was worth it. Got the steamed pork with rice flour, the mapo tofu and chinese yam. All were good but not amazing. read more
6 months ago
Ordered a whole sea bass in soybean paste. Very pricey for $38.99. Tastes like a garlicky sweet and sour fish. Not worth $40. read more
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Ordered the spicy wontons, kung pao chicken, and sichuan cold noodles. Honestly, I wasn't really a fan of any of the dishes I tried, but I feel like I need to go back again and order different dishes to give a fair review because I think I could rate this place higher. I loved how clean and romantic this location looked, so I'll be back again. read more
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4 months ago
Their food is immaculate and very delicious. The decor is upgraded from their previous location and the service is quick and great. You do have to order via QR code unfortunately but you can ask for other items like white rice and other things when you need to. We ordered the shrimp omelette which is very simple but very delicious. The stir fried beef with scallions is great and flavorful. The special lamb with lamb intestines spoon was deceptively spicy and delicious. The boiled fish fillets in chili sauce is always a classic dish to be enjoyed. I love the beef & ox offal they had as a cold dish (Fu qi fei pian). Highly recommend making reservations. read more
1 year ago
Sichuan friends will say that the dishes are not spicy enough, but the level is perfect for my tastebuds. Large portions, clean booths, and quality ingredients. The la zi ji was crispy and the fish fillets were fall apart and meaty, unlike the chewy qq fish you'll find sometimes. read more
4 months ago
This is a place we go often when visiting my mom. The food is good. The staff is always professional and sweet. They present new dishes every season. We have tried their new entree squid with tomatoes. This was very good. The squid is tender. The flavor is Southeast Asia. Slight bit spicy and sour. The dish is really good. My sister even order another one to go. We also ordered the wagyu tenderloin with mountain herbs. This is the first we tried this dish. The flavor is really good. Not like any other Chinese dish we had previously. This is must try. Overall we had another great experience. read more
1 year ago
If you love mala (that spicy, numbing Sichuan peppercorn heat), this is your spot. Every dish here delivers that addictive punch of flavor that keeps you coming back for more. But if you're not into mala (like my boyfriend, who only comes with me out of love), don't worry--they've got a few solid options for the spice-averse. For the non-mala crowd, the tea-smoked ribs and tea-smoked duck plus rice are phenomenal. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender, perfectly smoky, and packed with umami. But for those who live for bold, fiery flavors--everything here hits. The crispy intestines are ultra-crunchy, served with green peppers and celery that add freshness and balance. Their lamb dishes are always reliable, but I especially recommend the skewers--juicy, aromatic, and grilled to perfection. Beyond the food, the vibe is great: * Clean, modern, and sophisticated interior * Attentive but never overbearing staff * High-quality ingredients with a price that's shockingly reasonable * Oh--and did I mention they have free parking? Bottom line: Sichuan Impression is the real deal. Whether you're here for the fiery thrill of mala or just tagging along for a milder meal, you're in for something special. read more
Sichaun Impression has multiple locations in Tustin, West LA, and this one in Alhambra. There is street parking in the adjacent covered lot as well as street parking. We joined the Yelp waitlist and waited about 15 minutes before we were seated. You can order directly with the server but you can also order and pay through the QR code at the table. WONTON IN CHILI OIL ($11.99) - this was not super spicy and was actually a little sweet. It was meaty inside and it was good. 4/5 IMPRESSIVE BEAN JELLY ($8.99) - this was a cold noodle and was flavorful. The texture was interesting and wasn't my favorite. 3/5 HOME-STYLE FRIED RICE ($12.99) - this was your standard fried rice but was flavorful with bits of beef throughout. 4/5 ORIGINAL KUNG PAO CHICKEN ($15.99) - the sauce was sweet and not spicy on its own unless you ate the chili. This is a good dish for those with lower spice tolerances. 4/5 MINI LAMB SKEWER ($19.99) - this was a dry spice and was the spiciest dish of everything we ordered. The lamb had a good balance of meaty and fatty and I liked the texture. They give you mini skewers for you to eat with. 4.5/5 TEA SMOKED PORK RIBS ($26.99) - this is one of their most popular dishes and this was one of mine. The pork was tender with lots of fried garlic on top. It wasn't completely fall-off-the-bone but came off easily with a little tug. Even as leftovers they were good. 5/5 While I enjoy spice in my food, sichuan food is usually too much for me. We thought some of the dishes weren't as spicy as we thought or weren't spicy at all (because we avoided eating the chilis). The dishes were tasty and we had a lot of leftovers too. read more
8 months ago
My husband's favorite restaurant is Sichuan Impression. For his birthday this year, we decided to cater and order party trays so we could have a house party to make it easier on the families with young kids. It was so seamless, I called the restaurant and was sent a toast link and text instructions and guidelines on how to order. I let them know how many adults we would need to feed and what dishes we wanted and they recommended the perfect amount to order and threw in a freebie as well! Everything was packed sturdily for easy transport and our guests enjoyed the food so much. I forgot to take a before picture but almost all the food was gone. Would definitely cater from Sichuan again! read more
4 months ago
Very good quality food I love spicy food ，so good ，so good quality Green bean and meat and fry Rice read more
1 year ago
We came for the DineLA deal, which was $72 for 5 courses. We got the couple's sliced beef in chili sauce, wonton in chili oil, mini lamb skewers, tea-smoked pork ribs, and impressive cold noodles. The pork ribs were tender, but I found them a bit bland and dry. Everything else was flavorful and not that spicy, so you could still taste all the seasonings. My favorites were the cold noodles and lamb skewers, which were crispy and tender! Great service and beautiful interior. Parking is available on the street or in the garage. read more
8 months ago
9 months ago
Delicious food, best to come with a group so you can sample more dishes! My favorites were the spicy dry pot frog, boiled beef in chili sauce, mapo tofu and eggplant. Wasn't overly spicy, but definitely brought the flavor, with bursts of the numbing peppercorn. The smoked tea duck was out of stock, so we tried the smoked tea ribs instead. Those weren't my personal favorite, but others in the group loved it. We also grabbed sake and pitchers of beer, and had a wonderful time. We'd previously tried walking in on a Friday night and it was a long wait, but later Thursday evening was no wait. Excited to return and hopefully try the duck! read more
9 months ago
DineLA was super worth it! Tea smoked rib is a must. Think I should've got the Cold Noodle over the Bean Jelly read more
1 year ago
Really good service for a Chinese restaurant lol. Went for lunch on a weekday for the special. Seats weee comfy. Food was good, I just think the peppercorns were a little on the heavier side, I know some people like it, but for me it was too florally and not quite enough spiciness to balance it out. If you like it that way, then try this place! Parking lot from side street. read more
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2 years ago
I love Sichuan food! We came here a few years ago because a friend had recommended it and it was so good! We were in the area again and we had to come back! Everything that we ordered was so good! Their fried spicy intestine is a must! The special fish dish was exactly what I had been looking for. Even though we got a medium spicy, it was a really good blend of spicy and numbing. read more
2 years ago
I stopped by over the weekend for lunch for the first time. I came around 1pm and although the restaurant was packed, we were able to grab the last table before the long line starts. Once you are seated, you can scan the QR code on the table to order. I ordered Mini lamb skewers (mild spicy with no cilantro) and Shredded potato (dry chill stir fry, sour). I wasn't too hungry and managed to finish the entire thing with rice. For my first impression on the shredded potato, there are no other ingredients at all, just plain old shredded potato. However, the flavor pack a punch and it was addicting. I couldn't stop eating it! It did took a while for mini lamb skewers to come out. I was more than half done with the shredded potato at this time. I don't think I can handle it if this was medium spicy. I definitely drank so much water and the staffs are so kind to keep refilling water for the table. Good service, great atmosphere. I would love to come back and try other dishes on the menu. I found street parking and walked over with no issue. read more
10 months ago
Food is delicious. I would highly recommend getting the new dessert, Purple Rice Taro Mochi Bowl!! read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
Came here with a group of 3 for the DineLA special. We arrived around 630 on a Friday and it was packed. We didn't have a reservation so we had to join the waitlist which was approximately an hour wait. Not sure if this is typical or if it was due to DineLA. Parking options are the structures nearby which are free. I've actually been to the West LA loc but not this one. This one seems more spacious and the decor is fun with a large dragon suspended from the ceiling. We ordered off the DineLA menu which was $69 for everything which is a pretty good deal when you compare it to the regular menu prices. Tea smoked ribs (4/5): these were really tender and smoky. It did fall off the bone but I wouldn't say the meat melted in your mouth. Cold noodle (4/5): these were very good! I just wish there was a bit more sauce to coat all the noodles. I would say it's kinda similar to Dan Dan noodles. Wontons in chili oil (2.5/5): bit of a letdown. The chili oil didn't have much flavor and there was hardly any spice. It just tasted like oil. And the wontons barely had any filling, it was almost all wrapper. Kung pao chicken (4.5/5): honestly really surprised at how good this was! The chicken was very flavorful and they didn't skimp on the amount of meat or peanuts which I enjoyed. Stir fried beef with scallions (3.5/5): found this dish a little too oily and way too many onions/scallions to beef ratio. Flavor was decent. Overall decent experience. Not sure if I would go out of my way to come here but if they have another DineLA special, I'd come again and try some different dishes. read more
I decided to come back with my family after they moved to Alhambra. Having tried so many iterations of Sichuanese dishes over the years, I have to say the dishes they have here are some of my least favorite. Each dish had a different taste from a normalized version, but not in a good way. I think their side dishes like street potato and bamboo shoots are tasty but the main dishes were underwhelming. The mapo tofu was hardly spicy or numbing at all, and the lamb was kind of lazy compared to getting it traditionally with toothpicks skewering each piece. Instead you get two large skewers to poke at the pieces. Considering this place is portrayed as more modern/trendy, I can see why people would come but for me I would prefer to pay the same price at other Sichuanese restaurants for more dense/complex flavors. read more
2 years ago
Been wanting to try this place for a while! We came a little after opening and there was still a line. While advantageous for a seat by coming as a small party, it would be even better to go with more people so you can order more to share. The A Choy is great, still crunchy with garlic flavor. The couple's dish is also good and not as spicy as I was expecting. Not a lot of mala numbing spice. Rice has to be ordered separately unfortunately. read more
10 months ago
The food here was excellent! We ordered the tea smoked pork ribs, kung pao chicken, spicy fried chicken, sea bass and sliced kidney with numbing sauce. Everything was delicious and the perfect amount of spiciness and gentle numbing that you hope for when you eat Sichuan food. They have a great drink menu that complements the spices of the food, and I recommend to try the waxberry soda over ice. The service is excellent and very accommodating for our group of 6 people. We love coming here for special occasions and I will be back soon! read more
11 months ago
Went here with a family for their anniversary special; Michelin Guide was accurate in describing how delicious the dishes are! read more
Came here on a Saturday night for their 10th anniversary special, and it was a good experience. Even though some of my party was late due to traffic, the host was nice enough to hold my place in the waitlist line for my table. The $69 (nice) 10th anniversary course was such a good deal. My group got the kung pao chicken, tea smoked pork ribs, mushroom chicken and rice, and mini lamb skewers. All dishes in that course were done really well, and my favorite was the kung pao chicken. The kung pao chicken had a nice spice yet sweet and savory taste to it. We also ordered a choy and ma po tofu in addition to the course. The ma po tofu was just ok, me and my friend felt they could have added some minced pork to it. Service overall was good, 10th anniversary course was a good deal, and quality was good. I think the dishes without the deal would be overpriced though. However, this place is one of the better Szechuan style restaurants in the area for sure. 4.5/5 read more
Ambience is very nice. Alot of seating for small and big groups. They have a private closed area for a larger group. Good Lighting. Service was great. Food was delicious. Fish was spicy and had a lot of vegetables and potato. Desserts were good as well. read more
Food is decent. I took my family on a Wednesday around lunch time. It was four with us and we ordered the 10yr anniversary menu which is $69 for a 4 course meals including sides and rice. I think the food were not too spicy and was good enough for my family. I personally thought it could be spicier but I think you can adjust the spice levels. It may not hit the spots for people who are looking for highly authenticated Sichuan cuisine. The restaurant is not very big but the seating felt spacious and clean. I enjoyed the atmosphere, quiet and peaceful. The service was decent but they don't seem to have very well translated English menu so it was a bit hard for my bf. All in all a nice experience for people who are beginners for Sichuan food. read more
1 year ago
Don't worry if you can't eat spicy there are still some options that you can have if you end up coming here with others. Authentic Chinese food at it's finest. For those that aren't as food adventurous, there are still some common options. Has a clean and modern feel to the seating area. Service was interesting, we had an English speaking server help us when we had a few questions. Then another server took over the hand held POS to enter our dishes, they didn't speak much English. When we asked about a dish he wasn't able to answer questions. Or when we asked him to add a dish he would try his best to explain what the dish was and not add it to our order. Ordering took about 10 minutes with him. Rice is ordered per person (by bowls), not included. Original Kung Pao Chicken- was good, chicken was tender. Sauce glazed over every piece well, flavorful. More on the sweeter side. Topped with crunchy peanuts, I love that they weren't soft and soggy. Stir Fried Lamb with Cumin- there was more onions than anything. Lamb was tender. Overall dish was seasoned well. Tea Smoked Duck- was very smoky, I didn't personally like this to much. Others liked it. Dry Fried String Beans- one of my favorites, minced beef was very flavorful. String beans had a wok fire taste and was just tender, wasn't over done. Oxtail Tomato Soup- was refreshing and savory. Oxtail was fall of the bone tender. Home Style Fried Rice (with chicken)- was good, rice wasn't wet or dry. Cinderella's Pumpkin Rides- outside was pumpkin mixed with mochi flour paired with an unsweetened red bean paste. Deep fried to a light crisp. I didn't find this dessert sweet at all, I wished there was a touch of sweetness. read more
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235 West Main St
Ste B
Alhambra, CA 91801
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Do they have air conditioning?
I assume they do because when we had dinner it was comfortable despite it being fairly warm outside.
Do you have private room with 2 tables?
Yes! We have two private rooms that are connected by a door. When opened, they form one large space with two round tables, which can accommodate up to 20 guests — perfect for private parties or family gatherings.
Can the food be made without the numbing spice, and if it can, can it still be spicy?
Short answer no! mala (the numbing feeling) is the very essence of Sichuan style food.
Are there any items without peanuts?
Yes , mostly the food is spicy , but you can ask for the level of spicy
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