I love love love Chengdu. It is my favorite authentic Chinese/Sichuan spot in Providence. You don't…read morecome here for chicken fingers !! I have never had a bad meal here, and I always try to be adventurous and try something new each time. With that being said, I always get an order of the Chongqing diced chicken. It is one of my fave dishes of all time (be warned, it is SPICY. Not for the faint of heart). The sauteed pig intestine with chili is another fave of mine. The dining area is spacious and cute, and the staff here is always incredibly nice and knowledgeable. Very helpful when there is a lot of dishes you might not be familiar with ! Chengdu is a must try if you are in the Smith Hill area of Providence. In fact , it's worth a trip to Smith Hill all on it's own.

I wanted something different for dinner and this place has been on my list to visit for a while…read more There were plenty of parking spaces to choose from. When we went inside, there was only one other party there and no music, so just whispers and the sounds of utensils against plates. There are about 4-5 booths and 1-2 regular tables to choose from. Since l am not familiar with Sichuan cuisine, I had Al help me choose my dishes. I went with the dumplings in chili sauce, fried rice, eggplant in garlic sauce, and chongquin chicken. While we waited, we were given water. The dishes came out at different times. They first served us the dumplings which were really good. The sauce they were in did have some chili sauce, but it was mostly like a sweet soy sauce and really tasty. It came with about 6 dumplings with a perfectly cooked wrapper and filled with flavorful pork - simple but delicious. Next was the eggplant. I was expecting a heavy garlic presence, but it was more like a sweet and sour sauce. The eggplant was very tender, but really hot so we had to wait to let it cool down a bit. The rice came after. I honestly think this was one of my favorite dishes since it was perfectly cooked, great flavor, and good portion. Lastly, the chicken came out. There was a large pile of chicken, but half of it was peppers. The chicken was cut into little bite sized pieces, each fried perfectly. Some pieces were more tongue numbing than others but it was nothing aggressive; very gentle and comfortable numb. I would have liked if there were music, but the no music was fine too; an escape from chaotic reality. Our total was around $50, which wasn't bad for the amount of food we got. I would come back to try other items.

Met up with friends here and had a lovely shared meal. We opted to order 'family style' and shared…read morea variety of dishes. We started with a pot of tea which was very nice. We asked for waters as well and let the waiter, who was always available, know when we needed a refill. Everything we ordered was tasty, fresh, well prepared and nicely presented. I had expected a bit more spice on some of the dishes, but they were all very mild, so if you are worried about Sichuan spiciness or heat, you can put that worry to rest. Chopsticks only are at the table and although we didn't ask for forks, I suspect they could rustle some up for you if needed. The hot & sour soup is good according to my SO who gets it everywhere (and will let me know if it's a thumbs up or down). The décor is lovely and everything is clean, including the gender neutral restroom. The staff we encountered were all very pleasant and service was excellent. They did a good amount of take out business during our visit. Free on-street parking was easy to find during our week day lunch visit.

Got take out from here…read more First time so tried a few different things. Got 3 cup chicken, general tso chicken, orange chicken, crab Rangoons, lo mein and pork fried rice. Also got an egg drop soup. Food was ready when we got there, service was good All the food was good, General Tso and the 3 cup chicken were stand outs. Could taste all the flavors in the 3 cup, really good. General tso was good but not too spicy. Fried rice was solid. All in all, an excellent meal

Parking was easy out front, they have a small lot thats shared with another business. Was a little…read morechilly inside so not sure if heat wasn't all full. Staff greeted us and got to see it real quick. We and another party was only ones there lunch time. Probably more take out than dine in. Menu selection was huge, so much to choose from. My gf is from china so picked out some noteworthy dishes to try and they did not disappoint! 4/5 stirfry bacon with bamboo shoots was excellent. The bacon is more like the fatty cross section of pork that's thinly sliced. It had a smoky flavor to it which mixes well with the crunchy bamboo and peppers. The spice level was also just right to give the dish a good kick. 3.5/5 fried intestines were also good but just didn't hit as well as the other dishes. Maybe just not crunchy enough. At least also spiced well. 5/5 Salted egg yolk with tofu... I could not stop eating this dish with rice. I don't know what kind of tofu they were using, but it was super silky, but it was also maintaining its form really well in firmness so doesn't break apart in contact. The salty egg yolk flavor balances out with the tofu and rice. It's so it's like a comfort food for me. 4.5/5 beef with Longhorn peppers, definitely on the spicy side, which I love. This dish was a bit softer than normal, but I was fine since we had rice to go with it. The beef strands mixed well with the thin sliced peppers so it was easy chew and the spice packs a punch. Overall, I love this place and will definitely come again when I'm around the area. The menu is so huge that I feel like I have to come back multiple times just to try 80% of the menu.

Lovely, non descript, clean and welcoming. I researched this…read moreplace and it's description is "authentic "... and it truly is. I ordered the double pork.. came out beautifully served in a pot, delicious with peppers and note this.. spicy. But I like that! Scallion pancakes were great as were the delightful, ethereal, chicken fingers/ puffs. Left me asking the question, how did they do that? Portions were excellent as was the service. BYOB... enjoyed a nice sauvignon blanc.

I understand the HYPE! This place is incredible. The staff is extremely caring and attentive to…read morecustomers. Hayden and Haymi specifically have been my servers both times I have come and I would come back just for them.... BUT THE FOOD. Incredible. Extremely hearty and filling. The spicy Meefen noodles are Hayden's favorite and now they are my favorite! I also tried the blistered eggplant dish the first time I came and loved that. This time I opted for the spicy potatoes and those were delicious also. I will keep coming back. The restaurant inside is really beautiful also. Thank you see you soon friends

Yum! Jahunger is always delicious! We miss some of their old menu items, like the chili fried…read morechicken, but some of the classics like the Jahunger Noodles are still delicious! We usually do takeout, and it's always ready quickly! Highly suggest for an easy eat in or takeout stop!

Apsara is one of my favorite restaurants in the World. Yes, you read that right--I have been to…read moreevery continent (except for Antarctica) and still write this with great confidence. I have been going to Apsara since the late 1980s, back when it was called "Bayon." It became AMAZING when it was purchased by the Te family, who still own and run Apsara. At its core, Apsara is and always has been loved by the college students in RI, for its kind servers, wonderful and eclectic foods (Cambodian, but also with Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese and Lao dishes, as well), very affordable prices and BYOB. The family has attempted various new ideas over the years, such as having sushi, and Asian shaved ices, and sticky rice desserts, most of which have come and gone, but the core menu is generally unchanged. One can still also try to order "off menu," although it's not as common practice as it had been. Start with the Nime Chow, which is essentially a fresh spring roll but with their delicious fish sauce, with crushed peanuts for dipping. I highly recommend adding a dribble of Sriracha to the sauce. Addictive! The chefs are known for cooking their stocks everyday, from hours before dawn. I find all of their soups to be delicious, with a suggestion to try their Vietnamese Sweet and Sour soup or their Tom Yum when you're battling a Winter cold. The also make Mekong fish cakes as an appetizer (finally now sometimes found at Thai places), as well as Natang, which is a minced pork with coconut cream and curry, and sometimes dried shrimp. You spoon it onto their homemade rice cakes... trust me, you'll never be tempted by Quaker Oats rice cakes ever again! Crispy wings are also solid, and the beef teriyaki is an essential (think Phnom Penh street food). The restaurant is pretty small and bustling, but very warm and "family-like." People there learn your name, as you learn theirs. Entrees are wonderful. The whole fish fried with fresh pineapple, cucumbers and tomatoes is killer! The stir fried chicken with lemongrass is delicious (try the "dry sauce") although they no longer make it with ground chicken and Thai chilis and basil (a shame as it was REALLY awesome!). The bee bongs are essentially a noodle bowl with vegetables and a protein, with fish sauce, chopped nuts and a taro fried spring roll. Other favorites include beef loclac (tender grilled beef cubes with onions and a yummy lime and black pepper dipping sauce) or the stir fried ginger chicken, with aged ginger and fresh mushrooms and onions. On a hot Summer day, the shrimp nyom (a cold shrimp salad) is tough to beat. Or mix it up, such as with Phnom Penh twilight, with calamari, shrimp, scallops and sometimes green NZ mussels. And if anyone is wondering, their white rice and their house tea are very high quality. If you are concerned about the somewhat dicey neighborhood (South Providence) or the small size of Apsara, take comfort in the fact that famous actors, musicians and celebrities have joined their kids to go there when attending the kids' graduations from Brown or RISD or wherever!

Apsara will always be my go-to spot for authentic Cambodian food. I highly recommend it to anyone…read morevisiting from out of town. The food is consistently on point, and they offer a great selection of lunch and dinner specials at a reasonable price. The staff are always patient and friendly, which makes the experience even better. From the outside to the inside, the restaurant beautifully represents Cambodian culture with its paintings and statues , it truly feels like you've stepped into Southeast Asia. It's also BYOB, so you can bring your own drinks to enjoy with your meal. Overall, this small, family owned gem in Providence is definitely worth a visit.

LaMei is an amazingly good restaurant in Providence, RI. The food is fresh clean and delicious…read more I went for dinner and got the bone broth with sliced premium beef and marinated tenderloin. Service was really good. My server was great and I had a great evening.

I've been to LaMei previously, but they are offering an AYCE lunch menu for 30.95 (add $10 for VIP…read moreoption) so it sounded like a good option. The thing I've always liked about LaMei is that they always have fresh options. For AYCE the portions are pretty good. I wasn't expecting to get as much as I did for an order, so something to think about when placing orders. Sometimes you might get a couple of lonely mushrooms or 3 green leaves for a serving of Bok Choy. That was not the case here. The fish and meats were fresh and if you opt for the VIP option, there are appetizers included to nibble on while you cook your other stuff. You also get some more premium options and the hand pulled noodles had a nice chew to them. The service was good. They were efficient with cleaning plates as we used them and the food came out quickly. The sauce station has all the staples you'd expect to assemble your sauce. The AYCE option makes things a bit more affordable, but even if you don't use it, the fresh food will make it worthwhile.

Downtown joint dabbling in both old school Chinese American classics and authentic dim sum. Most of…read morethe Yelp photos hit the dim sum, but most of the customers in the large room stick to memory lane. The place is divided into two halves: tiny bar and three rows of booths on one side; large tables with chairs on the other side. Combo plates available both at lunch (M-F) and dinner (any time). -- Sticky Sweet Soy Garlic Sauce Wings: Wow-worthy, with the darkest sauce I've ever seen, looking like someone poured Hershey's syrup on them. Characteristics of teriyaki, soy, and garlic, and intense sweetness, but all balanced and very different, and there may even be Hershey's in there afterall. More importantly, quite delicious. The wings themselves were really good too, bringing firm to crispy skins and tender, juicy interiors. The sauce hardens over time, so eat these fast. But you'll want to anyway. Near-elite to elite. -- Rice Noodle with Shrimp: Lackluster compared to other versions I've tried. Noodle not as fresh and slippery. Sauce not as flavorful. Shrimp were good but spaced out. Below average. -- Sweet and Sour Chicken (on a dinner combo): Ping pong sized/shaped balls of chicken instead of the usual fingers, but these were excellent. Very high meat to batter ratio, good crispness to the exterior, and decent tenderness inside. Sauce served in the side. No pineapples or cherries, but good contrasting flavors to the sauce and no glop. Well above average, even without the fruit. -- Pork Fried Rice (on the combo): A mixed bag, this had light grains with pleasant but subtle flavor, long-in-the-tooth dry pork nuggetry, and some onions. Flavorful or not, that rice had freshness, moistness, and bounce. All things considered, a little above average, but with potential for higher. -- Egg Roll (on the combo): Felt limp to the touch but had a delicate crispness to it. Inside, a mix of celery, cabbage, and pork, with decent flavor and a moo shi feel. Not bad. A little above average. Lots of ups and downs here, but a reluctant 4 stars thanks to the brilliance of those wings. I scouted plates on other tables on my way to the restroom and saw similar highs and lows, but more highs. Even if the potential goes unfulfilled (and I have higher hopes for the old school than the dim sim), the wings alone would bring me back.

We recently had a nice meal at King's Garden…read more I ordered the pan fried noodles (which in the past has been delivered as crispy noodles), but this time, we got some udon style noodles, lightly pan fried. They were good. We also got the aromatic chicken clay pot (delicious) and the black pepper steak. A dish of garlic bok choy completed the meal selection. Good food, nice flavors, good prices.

Food is slamming. Good ol New York old school Chinese spot vibes. They're pretty good. And they not…read morecheap with the portions. 10/10 highly recommend.

Generous portions, tasty, not too greasy, and shockingly cheap. All you could want in a…read moreneighborhood Chinese takeout place.

Fu Ming is one of my favorite Chinese restaurants! The food is awesome, the atmosphere is very…read morenice, and the staff is friendly and accommodating!

I ordered Fu Ming for my family It was $90 and when they came to my house I was disappointed. The…read moredelivery girl handed me 1 little bag with only ONE combination plate. I try to tell the lady that I ordered more and she was lying to me saying thats all I ordered. I called and complained and then they told me it was at a different house and they told me to go to the house and grab my food from random people. I refused and told them I wanted it remade and then they told me they made it again in under 10 minutes. It usually takes them a hour or two to make our food so they definitely went back to the house to get in and bring it to ours.

I lived in China for 30 years, and I can honestly say this restaurant is both authentic and…read moreoutstanding. The food is excellent, with many dishes that can be prepared spicy or not, depending on your preference. Our waitress was wonderful--warm, attentive, and welcoming. It almost felt like being in a Chinese home. The dumplings, in particular, reminded me of the kind we make ourselves--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I wasn't planning to order dessert, but I'm so glad we did. The tiramisu-style cake was a delightful surprise and the perfect ending to the meal. I'm already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommended.

Rong Chic had their grand opening on June 14 and June 15th. In honor of their grand opening, Rong…read moreChic offered specials all day long. On June 14th, everything is half off and on June 15th, 20% off storewide. My husband and I came back to Rong Chic on June 14th. The restaurant was busy with all the festivities and it was full. We waited about 20-30 minutes for a table. There were balloons everywhere and the space was renovated with new tables and tablecloths. Even the menus are have been upgraded to a nicer glossy paper. We ordered a few dishes to share: scallion pancakes, mapo tofu, sweet and sour pineapple chicken, and tofu cheesecake. The scallion pancakes were crispy and infused with fresh scallions, topped with sesame seeds and chopped scallions. The mapo tofu is soft tofu cubes simmered in a spicy Sichuan chili sauce with minced pork. Mapo tofu over rice is always so good. The sweet and sour pineapple chicken were crispy chicken pieces stir-fried with pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and onions in a sweet and tangy sauce. It was very good. The best and must get is the tofu cheesecake. I always have to get this to end the meal. Congratulations on Rong Chic's grand opening! Staff were friendly and attentive even though it was so busy. Looking forward to revising Rong Chic many more times in the future.