Spicy House is my go-to spot! I come here so often the servers recognize us and already know what we're going to order. I LOVE LOVE LOVEEEEE the dry fried chicken and the Szechuan spicy beef. The chicken is crispy, packed with flavor, and super addictive, while the spicy beef is rich, bold, and has that signature numbing kick from the Sichuan peppercorns. I usually also get the honey walnut shrimp when I want something a little sweeter to balance everything out, but if you're trying this place for the first time, you really can't go wrong with the dry fried chicken and Szechuan spicy beef. Just a heads up, it's not just spicy, it's that numbing heat, so definitely get some rice on the side. read more

Spicy House is quickly becoming my new favorite Chinese restaurant. My husband and I stopped in around 2:00 in the afternoon, and even at that hour the place was pleasantly busy, which felt like a good sign right away. We both ordered lunch plates. He had the black bean spicy fish with white rice, and I chose the mapo tofu with fried rice. Each lunch came with tea, a cup of hot and sour soup, and an egg roll. The soup really stood out. It wasn't just a thin broth with a few scraps floating around. It was a genuine, comforting hot and sour soup with real ingredients in every spoonful. That alone made the meal feel thoughtful and complete. The portions were satisfying and well balanced, and everything arrived hot and fresh. My husband enjoyed his fish, which had good flavor and a nice texture. The mapo tofu was exactly how I like it. The tofu held its shape, which made a big difference. I do not enjoy overly soft tofu that falls apart, and this had a firmer bite that worked really well with the sauce. The dish was clean tasting, with a steady heat that was noticeable but not overwhelming. It had spice, but it did not overpower the dish or linger too aggressively. There was no pork, which I appreciated, and it still felt complete and satisfying without it. What made this meal especially meaningful for me is that I had just gotten out of the hospital a week ago after dealing with malnutrition, dehydration, and several health issues. I had not been eating well and had lost over 80 pounds in the past year. This was the first full, nourishing meal I have truly been able to enjoy in a long time. For the first time in months, I did not feel weak or fragile afterward. I felt full, steady, and strong. That kind of experience goes beyond just good food. It felt restorative. It felt like care. From what others often say, this place has built a strong reputation for bold Sichuan flavors that are still approachable. People tend to mention the generous portions, the consistent quality, and the fact that the spice levels are flavorful rather than overwhelming. It is the kind of spot that draws both regulars and first time visitors who are looking for something reliable and satisfying. Spicy House gave me more than just a meal. They gave me a moment of comfort and strength when I really needed it. We will absolutely be back. read more

My review is based on these dishes: - Szechuan Spicy Chicken Wings - 15.95 - Crispy Garlic Flavor Pork Chop - 17.95 - Salted & Pepper Fish - 14.95 - Beef Skewers(6) - 10.95 - 4 orders of rice - $2 each I always order these types of dishes in Szechuan/Chinese restaurants, but my experience here was worst so far. Every single dish we ordered lacked flavor. The dishes/meats were seasoned on the outside, but bland on the inside. Like there was no internal flavor penetration. So the quality of each dish was lacking. Didn't taste any Szechuan flavors in the Szechuan chicken wings. The crispy pork chop dish was actual pork ribs, which was a disappointment. How could a dish with so much onion and garlic still lack flavor? The fried salt and pepper fish tasted like baking soda. The beef skewers were good in terms of price and portion size. There were lots of seasonings on top but still lacked flavor inside the meat. I was also disappointed they charge $2 each for rice but put all 4 orders in a medium sized bowl. 4 individual bowls of rice would have equaled to way more than what was given. So $8 for that little is disappointing. read more

Spicy House - 54. Crispy Garlic Flavor Pork Chop 17.95 - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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The food here is alright. It did not taste like quality meat. Our family ordered fried fish, fried pork, chicken wings, and beef skewers. The flavor of the food was too salty, added with a sensation of heaviness per bite. The food left me searching for water or tea to constantly wash it down. Even as I leave the restaurant, I feel lethargic. Be advised that they charge 3% on top of your bill if you pay with card. However, you can avoid that fee if you pay with cash. read more

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Yeah this restaurant has become one of our favorite go to spot. It has gotten so much better with time. The service is really fast and the food is delicious. I love their roast duck! I love roast duck in general though so i always get that. I tried their fish with explosive chili and wow it has become my favorite. The restaurant is very cozy and it could get busy but they turn around is fast. read more

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This is my dad's and my go to spot if we don't feel like cooking. Our go to orders: - skewers - cooked a bit more than I would like, but very seasoned - spring onion pancakes - crispyyyyyyy - dried fried chicken wings - similar to san tung. Saucy, but not too saucy, crispy, light spicy, light sweet. - pickled fish - lots of pickled veggie flavor, lots of fish - pao choy - similar to what you get in China, good wok hay The service is quick and prompt. Food travels well if you do take out. Parking isn't always readily available, but it will be if you circle for a bit. read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

Spicy House is an unassuming gem that combines delicious food with great value. The service is kind and attentive, and the food is served quickly with generous portions. The restaurant was busy even at 2 pm on a Saturday. We got the dry fried chicken wings (which, counterintuitively, comes with a generous heaping of a sweet and savory sauce) and the mapo tofu lunch special, which had a pleasantly numbing spice. The lunch specials come with rice and soup of the day and are available daily from 11 am to 4 pm. There is also a 3% discount if you pay with cash. Metered street parking (only accepts quarters, not credit cards) is available in front of the restaurant, but we were lucky and found free parking on a side street. read more

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Cumin beef yum! It's spicy and great with rice. Black beans fish was ok- skip. I thought it would be more of a bitter melon mix with fish but it was a different sauce and not bitter melon mix- instead zucchinis were used. Boiled fish with pickled cabbage was spot on. I got it mixed up with Sichuan spicy boiling fish. It was still good and spicy but it wasn't what I was craving for. It hits the spot on a cold wintery day! read more

Pretty good homestyle Sichuan food! We were craving spicy food and stopped by this spot after exploring Pacifica. To share between 2 people we got the Spicy Boiled Beef, Chili Wontons, and Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce. Loved the Spicy Boiled Beef which was my favorite dish and such a classic. The beef is super tender and there is a ton of napa and bean sprouts in the spicy broth. Chili Wontons and Chinese Eggplant were good as well and I though the portions were fairly large overall. While everything was tasty, I wish the dishes were actually spicer and it did feel quite heavy after. While it's a decent neighborhood spot, I probably wouldn't be back purposefully unless I'm in the area again. read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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Spicy House is one of our favorites! We love their salt and pepper pork chops -- crispy and flavorful. The staff are super friendly and the service is quick. The beef fried rice and chicken chow mein are both really good, and the scrambled egg with shrimp, especially with some hot chili, is the perfect combo with white rice. Definitely a spot we'd keep coming back to. read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

Delicious and authentic Sichuan food to satisfy your spice cravings! FYI my review is for large takeout order. I placed an online order for like 11 dishes including a small size party tray for their house fried rice. I arrived about 15 mins early and it was already packed up and prepared. The staff were surprised at the order but were super lovely and helpful. I'm glad I tipped them ahead because it is a lot of work to put the dishes together in boxes for safe transport. Not all restaurants will do that for you btw. Anyways on to the food, everything was so good. Highlights were the chicken wings, mapo tofu, sichuan spicy beef, and the boiled fish w pickled cabbage! My party included Chinese, Burmese, korean people and they all loved the food. I do wish they clarified what meat to go with the fried rice because online there was no option so I added a comment to include chicken. It came out w all meat options (beef, chicken, vegetables and shrimp) which is honestly a great thing, but i have folks who don't eat beef. That was probably the most unfortunate thing. But it is not worth docking a star for that. I'm just glad I got a whole variety of stuff so everyone could have something. I would definitely come back and enjoy all of their spicy dishes! read more

Spicy House - Takeout variety - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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Good flavors on the food but the textures are off and they dont pay attention to details. Kung pow chicken not spicy, weirdly enough. Chowmein noodles had no bite. The dan dan noodles were way to thick. The crab Rangoon were flat and the egg rolls were definitely not homemade and they were soggy. The walnut prawns also super soggy!!! We tipped really well on take out and the rude lady who checked us out was making comments about how much we ordered. Very odd & unnecessary if you want people to return. Saying we need to order less food bc we eat too much is so odd for a business to do. Maybe she was saying that bc the portions are good size. I wanted to love this place bc it had great reviews and is closer to my house. Im glad I tried it but will not return. read more

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Did family style with some friends, we tried: 水煮鱼， 鱼香茄子，口水鸡， dry fried chicken, pan fried noodles, and 包菜. Some of the dishes felt really spicy (I have mild-medium spice tolerance), but I was able to eat without continuously feeling my tongue burn. I think all of the dishes were really good, but I think my favorites were the chicken dishes and eggplant. Definitely recommend getting with rice! Service was very fast. One person dropped their chopstick and immediately the waiter brought another one because he heard it drop. There's not a ton of seating inside, but wooden chairs with leather-esque cushions and red painted walls with lots of picture of their dishes. This is close to Stonestown Galleria, so if you're headed back to South Bay after a trip there -- worth a stop. read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

Stumbled upon this restaurant when browsing for Szechuan food near Daly City. Surprisingly it was pretty good despite its small restaurant size and random location. We ordered the mapo tofu, Szechuan spicy fish, sesame chicken, and Szechuan spicy chicken wings. Our favorite was the Szechuan spicy fish which is a staple and must try at all Szechuan restaurants. The bean sprouts and Napa cabbage in the boiled chili were extremely flavorful. Our other favorite was the sesame chicken which was crispy and covered in a sweet & sour sauce! The chicken wings were alright, they had a really nice crisp to them, but they were a bit dry and the inside had no flavor(maybe not marinated for long enough?). The mapo tofu was also just okay as it was nothing special. Overall, the food was pretty good and definitely curbs your craving for mala and Szechuan food. The staff were also nice, but it was a bit hard to flag them down as there were a lot of togo and phone orders. read more

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Disappointed by the mapo tofu, it lacked any mala flavor (numbing) and was overly salty. It was nicely presented tho, and had a crispy spring roll alongside. The eggplant with garlic sauce was decent but sweeter than ideal. It had really good texture with the white onions a good addition. read more

A great dinner, full of flavor and our selections made the perfect family dinner. Attentive, quick service, no wait for us- we arrived a bit before dinner time, does get full at dinner time. FYI- There are lunch specials. War Won Ton soup- great broth, delicious soup Basil Chicken- good meat, gravy, tasty not spicy Honey Walnut Prawns- beautiful tasty, large portion Steamed Rice Friendly local place, huge selection for a small restaurant. Interior is clean and nicely decorated. Limited Street Parking! ... we suggest you park in the Lucky's Shopping Center in the next block, easy walk. read more

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I came in as a party of 2 on a Sunday night about an hour before closing. This restaurant is on the main street, which is usually busy, but since it was late, there was plenty of parking. When we walked in, we seated ourselves. The place is pretty small, with around 10 tables, so if you have a larger group, it's probably best to call ahead. We ordered three dishes: - pea sprouts with garlic - mapo tofu - cumin beef I do wish they had told us the pea sprouts weren't fresh or offered a different veggie, as they were old and tough. We ended up having to spit out every bite, which made it really unenjoyable. The mapo tofu was good, though the sauce was thicker than I'm used to but it still paired well with rice. Both my dad and I loved the cumin beef. The beef was super tender, flavorful, and delicious. The onions and bell peppers it came with were cooked perfectly, adding a nice crunch. The default spice level was pretty spicy, so next time I'll definitely ask for less heat so everyone at the table can enjoy it. read more

Spicy House - Mapo tofu - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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One of the most authentic Chinese food places. Staff are always friendly and courteous. Most of the dishes are great with reasonable to cheap prices. I go there often over the other Chinese restaurants. read more

This place is the Real Deal! If you're having a hard time finding authentic Szechuan style (since Henry Hunan bit the dust) this IS your new spot....trust me...N.Y. style multi-layered textures, colors & flavors! Try the Kung-Po anything, Mongolian Beef, Tzos, Orange Chicken, you just can't miss here..! read more

Simple restaurant that is a hidden spot. They take their name seriously. The environment included 8-9 total tables with lots of customers. There was quick turnaround for the tables. Food: Dry dried chicken wings: the sauce is sweeter and it's a good equivalent to San Tung without the wait Braised Beef noodle: the beef was tender, soup was clear and noodles were chewy Kung pao beef: perfect with ride. the dish was filled with aromatics and the beef was very tenser. this dish is not for everyone due to the spice Chili oil wonton: worth a try. the wonton was a bit bland on the inside. Spicy fried cabbage: a big portion with crunchy texture and this was very spicy Boiled fish with pickled cabbage: the fish was soft, vegetables were good and a balance to everything Service is provided by a friendly women who covers the entire dining room. They provided us with extra napkins, waters, and refilled our tea. There is a 3% discount for cash and 3% surcharge for card. They serve beer to supplement the meal. read more

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We stopped by Spicy House for a last minute, late weeknight dinner after running some errands nearby. I was surprised by the number of people dining in about 35 minutes before closing time. Spicy House has a great selection of noodle and rice dishes along with appetizers. I opted to order a chicken chow mein and my partner had a spicy beef noodle soup. I was pleasantly surprised with the chicken chow mein, the noodles seemed fresh and the flavor was nice and the dish wasn't too oily/greasy. The portions were pretty good too. I had a good amount of chow mein to take home for leftovers. My partner's dish was good, and I liked the slight kick from the spicy broth. the noodles had a nice texture, but the flavor wasn't as noticeable. Customer service was great and attentive and pricing for both dishes was fair and reasonable. We'll likely return to try other dishes from the menu. Definitely recommend checking out Spicy House if you're in the nearby area or looking for a solid meal. read more

This one's definitely a hidden gem! We came on a Saturday night, no wait - already love that. My favorite dish you must order is the fish with explosive chili. It is a flavor BOMB - but beware everything is Szechuan so will be a bit numbing - but I love it so much. Will be back to try more! read more

This place is good, authentic Chinese food. It is tasty Szechuan food - we really enjoyed the pork. The green beans were the star of the show! They were dry fried green beans and delicious. I highly recommend! read more

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Authentic Cantonese food. We had fried chicken wings as an appetizer. Good, but not great. Nice brown coating. Generous portion since the 6 wings were large, but flavor was mainly salty. Our main was beef stew noodle soup, which was missing the five spice flavor I like. We also gad baby bok choy cooked with garlic and white rice. Complimentary oolong tea and fortune cookie. The restaurant is small, but does a good take-out business. read more

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This is a great, authentic, chinese restaurant with super affordable lunch specials and dishes. I came here for a work team lunch and called ahead for a reservation and they set up a table for us beforehand which was super nice. I got the braised beef sirloin lunch special, it came with hot and sour soup and the portion was huge! The meat was tender and the plate was packed with rice. It comes with an egg roll on the side. Service was great, we were celebrating a birthday and they gave us a complimentary plate of red bean sesame ball after our meal. read more

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We here again since last week,, items we ordered was so tasty / yummy, the pig ears wow lots of favors with a bit of spice, with a crunch and soft texture of the pigs ear,, heavenly... and the dry fried chicken wings oh wow, it's the bomb,, outer layer of crispy goodness with tangy sweet chili sauce...a must order,, my bff's Mongolians beef was so tender and flavorful,,, he pretty much ate the whole entrée ,, but more tofu was a little disappointing. It didn't have any meat or any per serve vegetables in there, and the flavor to me was off. The portions here is pretty big so able to share ... early to look for a street meter parking ... we will go again this place you try other read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

got spicy house for takeout. dry fried chicken wings- 10/10 was pleasantly surprised trying these! i think i like these more than san tung. even tho it was takeout by the time i ate it the outside was still so crispy and the sauce ratio was perfect. not too thick and had a slight sweetness to it. dan dan noodles- the taste was a little flat for me, very peanutty but wish it had more depth to it. the chew of the noodles were good, wished there was more meat in it. green beans- your standard fried green beans, well seasoned and tender. solid! chili oil wonton- was nothing crazy, average. meat was kind of dense but the sauce was good. did not get to dine in but i always drive past it, i would come back to try more of their menu. good spot for chinese food. read more

Spicy House - 26. Dry-fried Chicken Wings - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

Their dry fried wings are soo good! And spicyyyyy reasonably priced! They also offer catering sizes S (30pcs) or L (90pcs). Our go to for potluck read more

I order takeout from here pretty option. The mapo tofu + white rice is my go-to. It's the perfect level of spicy!

Tried Spicy House and ordered the spicy beef noodle soup and scallion pancake. The noodle texture was okay, and the beef was tender, but the soup lacked any real spice, which was disappointing given the name. Portion size was decent, so no complaints there. The scallion pancake didn't taste fresh, seeming like it had been previously frozen. Not unusual for this type of dish, but still just average overall. Overall, the food was alright. Nothing particularly stood out, but it wasn't bad either. Would come back in a pinch, but probably wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Spicy House - 3. Green Onion Pancake - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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Their dry fried chicken wings here are fire! On par with San Tung wings. They're sweet & spicy but still super crispy despite being drenched in that delicious sauce. The wings are really juicy & perfectly seasoned! 10/10 for the wings! We also ordered the braised beef & tendon soup and it was good but I wish the broth had more depth. It tasted overwhelmingly of peppercorn, there wasn't enough richness from the beef. The beef was very tender & the tendon was delicious though. Parking is relatively easy, street parking only but we found some metered parking right across from the restaurant. read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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Amazing food!!! Service was solid too. Coming from a Chinese person, service at these spots usually isn't the focus, but this place definitely stood out. The food is soooo good. The fried chicken is a must, and the green beans are just as good. We ordered most of the popular dishes and that was the best decision. Our server Pinky was great and made the experience even better. Definitely check out this hidden hole-in-the-wall if you want authentic Szechuan food. read more

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Delicious, convenient, and affordable! We ordered through DoorDashb for pickup, getting combo chow mein noodles, picked veggie fish filet, cumin beef, and minced pork eggplant. Everything was great! The cumin beef was aggressively seasoned, with lots of chili, cilantro, and onion. Really nice over rice. The eggplant was tender with a nice sauce and a mild heat. The portion of fish was huge, with noodles and tofu. The chow mein rounded everything out with beef, shrimp, and veggies. read more

Spicy House - Chinese Near Me - Daly City, California

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This place was a huge hidden gem. They take your orders and are very attentive to you. We got water and hot tea. The prices were also very reasonable along with the portions. We definitely had left overs. The food was very good and the string beans were one of the best I've ever had. Chow mein was good and the chicken was big and juicy. Would definitely come back if I'm in the area!! read more

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Food variety of food ,quick service , used to be egg-roll king , don't know if is the same owner

First off, I must commend the workers at Spicy House. The service provided was most excellent and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. Secondly, the food was top-notch! The fried chicken wings, Mongolian beef, and salt pepper pork chops are must haves! I'm sure many of their dishes are excellent once I've had a chance to try them all! Solid price point as well. Go here! read more

Hidden Gem! I stumbled upon this place on Yelp, the online photos lead me here. The fish with pickled cabbage had a nice kick to it. The broth was super tasty and it came with glass noodles, I could have eaten this like a noddle soup and finish the entire big ass bowl myself! It was that good. Just be careful not to bite directly into the little red peppers. My second fave was the beef tendons in spicy sauce appetizer, so flavorful, pairs great with rice. Then there was the string beans, one of the best I've ever had honestly. It was so crispy and perfectly flavored with some black beans and spices. The service was super friendly and the best part was the prices were so reasonable. I can't wait to go back to try other things. read more

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Small hole-in-the-wall spot, well-lit from the front windows during the daytime. Steady stream of takeaways and sit-down customers for late Sunday lunch. Seating was easy and tea was served right after. Order was placed fast and the food came out quickly and hot. We were very impressed with the taste/flavour of everything we ordered. Appetizers: The beef skewers were seasoned perfectly and came with 6pc, each being a good amount of meat. The spicy beef tendon came on a bed of sliced onions, which was perfect texture and flavour offset to the chili oil. Mains: The house eggplant was a surprise as it came sautéed with bell peppers, basil, chicken, and shrimp (it was almost Thai-like). The hometown style pork belly was stir fried with black bean sauce and blistered jalapeno, giving it a beautiful finish. The star of the meal was definitely the dry fry fish with a spicy/sweet sauce that coated perfectly plump/juicy fish chunks (the sauce tasted just like the 'famous' place that does it with chicken wings, but less goopy). Overall, this place is definitely worth going back to try other dishes. read more

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Honestly a hidden gem here in Daly City. Part of me wishes they stay that way that's why it took me so long to update my review..... x) From the prices to the quality of their food, just wow. The waitress was super friendly as well. I love spicy food and found their dishes to not be too spicy. If you can handle a little spice, I would definitely check them out. I decided to dine in and ordered an exorbitant amount of food for just two people. I guess you could say we got kind of carried away. 8) My favorite things we ordered were the spicy pig ears (#1 fave), spicy tendons, the FRIED CHICKEN (on par with san tung), and the string beans!! One thing to note, the portions are bigger when you dine in compared to getting delivery. Yes, we often find ourselves ordering the pig ears for delivery. Probably in my top 5 fave places to eat in Daly City. read more

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I ordered the salt and pepper fish with steam rice. It tasted awful. The breading was too thick and had NO flavor. The rice was cold and not freshly cooked. I will never come here again. read more