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    Szechuan Cafe

    3.7 (217 reviews)
    ModerateSzechuan
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    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Dee M.

    Judging by the fact that there is always a line to get in here at night, Szechuan Café should be nothing short of five stars. It's our third time here and this time we are here because we got a gift certificate for Christmas. Luckily we got here before 630 because thats when the line forms at the door. And the takeout line is almost as long. This family run establishment runs like a perfectly greased wheel. Everyone who is working here does every job. You never go long without an unfilled water glass or beverage. Plates are cleared discreetly and quietly without interrupting you. The table settings include high-quality napkins which are sadly missing today at many of the places we dine. And you don't have to ask for extras because they always give you a couple extra. Plus everyone who works here smiles at every table as they walk by. It's just really good old fashioned service that makes our experience even better. But none of that would matter if the food didn't live up. Well the food does live up to our expectations and in fact often times exceeds our expectations. The portion sizes are large. Presentation is wonderful and the food is great. There aren't enough superlatives. I just know that I'm glad to have found this place and we will be back often.

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    Tara R.

    Best Chinese food in Pasadena for several years in a row....I think not. After speaking to a few people I heard that this place sold a year or two back. Maybe in it's past life did it earn the title of best Chinese food in Pasadena but these days it is far from it. My husband and I have lived in the area for several years and always wanted to try Szechuan Cafe. We heard great things about it and all through the shutdown they had a line out the door for carry out. What could go wrong? Well just about everything but the egg roll. I have to give credit where it is due and say they had probably the best egg roll I have had since moving to Maryland away from my go to Chinese restaurant in NJ. It contained baby shrimp and overall was delicious. The cup of egg drop soup was good taste wise but was barely warm. My husband ordered the Kung Pao Chicken combination dish with pork fried rice. The rice was rather dry and the Kung Pao Chicken had the peanuts just thrown on top, not mixed in with the meal like you normally find. He also ordered the Scallop lo mein. Upon first bit it completely lacked taste. He opted to save it for lunch the next day and was able to whip it up in his wok after throwing some sauce and seasonings in it to give it some flavor. I had the vegetable lo mein with pork fried rice. I also didn't get much flavor out of my lo mein and didn't really enjoy it. I ate a little bit of it and then combined it with my husband's lo mein for his lunch the next day. I was very disappointed due to my high expectations after the great feedback I have heard about this place. I will not be returning.

    Shrimp tempura(x2), BB roll (x2), shrimp roll, rainbow roll, spicy tuna, and Boston roll

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    5 months ago

    Gross. $23 for General Tso's shrimp, made with shrimp that wasn't even cleaned. Literally inedible crap.

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    11 months ago

    Some of the best Chinese food I've ever eaten! Just amazing! We'll be back! The staff is fast and friendly!

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    1 year ago

    Always delicious food, quick and reliable carryout, and the friendliest staff--my go-to spot for Chinese!

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    1 year ago

    Consistently good. We love the crispy dry beef/chicken, rainbow beef/chicken, and kung pan.

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    2 years ago

    Worst Chinese I've had in a long time! Bland scallops and the Kani salad had more breading in it than kani! Won't be back ... ever!

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    2 years ago

    First time here. Taste can be better. Ordered orange chicken and it was very dried. Customer service needs to be improved.

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    2 years ago

    Food is always good whenever my wife and I come! Also the staff is also very friendly!

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    2 years ago

    wide-ranging menu that includes veggie options and sushi. large portions, great value, consistently good. nice people.

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    Great food and service. Can be busy at times, but the reason is evident once you experience it.

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    Peter Chang Baltimore - Pork Soup Dumpling 3PD (4)

    Peter Chang Baltimore

    4.1(92 reviews)
    13.2 mi•Middle East
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    I've become obsessed with Peter Chang takeout ever since I realized they have several gluten free…read moreoptions on the menu. I usually stay away from Chinese food just due to the use of wheat noodles and soy sauce but having a few options that are safe and delicious is what really sets Peter Chang apart from other Chinese restaurants in the area. My favorites from the menu include: Crystal shrimp dumplings - so yummy and perfectly steamed. Comes with a sauce that might be questionable for my more sensitive gluten free foodies so proceed with caution. Absolutely delicious shrimp inside though! Scallion fried rice - comes with generous amount of egg and customized spice level. Goes great with a little extra tamari if you have some at home. Bok choy and mushrooms - omg, I think about this bok choy weekly! It's so perfectly cooked. Crunchy, full of flavor, and goes well with the mushrooms. I like mixing this into the fried rice. Singapore noodles - this was a new item for me but really yummy. Loved the thing rice noodles that had a nice chew to them and didn't fall apart. Seasoning was fresh and not overpowering at all. Comes with thinly sliced chicken and a few shrimp plus some chopped veggies. Add some of your own tamari to it for a little extra flavor! Delivery has always been prompt and dishes packaged well. I've never eaten in, as it's more of a casual takeout spot, but their food really fulfills my Chinese food cravings.

    Ordered takeout online. Order was ready upon arrival and was still hot after my 15 min drive home…read more - Pan Seared Chive Shrimp Dumpling: Mid. Not really flavorful but not bad. - Chinese Burger w. Pork Belly: Meat was tender. Flavor had a hint of sweetness that made this app my favorite from the order. - Green Bean w. Pickled Cabbage: Green beans were cooked perfectly, a little bit of crunch and flavor was great. - Sichuan Dan Dan Noodle: Not the best Dan Dan I've had but got the job done. Good portion size for price. - Egg Scallion Fried Rice (mild): Solid fried rice with a bit of a kick. Cooked well. Overall this was a pleasant takeout order and I would order from here again!

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    Chopstixx - Lo mein with roasted pork. This was the smaller size but plenty for two meals.

    Chopstixx

    3.8(268 reviews)
    13.1 mi
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    So it's been more than a few year since my first review of this place and I visited there today…read morewith a friend so I feel like an updated review is in order. Over the past few years, I've only gotten carry-out from this shop and its been better than my first two experiences. So today when a friend said lets have a meal together, this place came up on the radar. I'm happy to report that we were both very happy with our selections. I had never 'eaten in' but the presentation was very nice! The meals were piping hot and delicious!!

    Come here for the occasional lunch special. It's offered…read morefrom 11-3 Mon/Friday. We ordered the General Tso's chicken with fried rice and the shrimp in lobster sauce (no veggies) with fried rice and an order of shrimp toast. We always call our order in and by the time we arrive it is ready. Chopstixx is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking. You can also dine in if you choose. They also have a new smoothie/ bubble tea menu as well. The staff is always pleasant and the ambiance is quiet and serene every time I come here. The lunch portions are always enough. The General Tso's chicken was fresh, flavorful, and had a nice slightly spicy, sweet sauce. The fried rice is basic with carrots and peas. The shrimp in lobster sauce was good with the sauce not runny and the shrimp fresh. The shrimp toast is best eaten soon as it will become soggy; it was somewhat greasy, but edible. All in all, an ok place to get Chinese food.

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    Chopstixx - Honey Sesame Chicken,  lunch portion.

    Honey Sesame Chicken, lunch portion.

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