Astoria completely lived up to the hype. It's one of those coveted DC reservations that's notoriously hard to get, and after having it on my list forever, I can confidently say it's 100% worth the wait. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tucked into the heart of Dupont Circle with its unmistakable bright blue awning, the restaurant is intimate, moody, and always buzzing. Inside, you'll find dim lighting, a handful of cozy wooden bar booths, seats along the bar, and a few outdoor tables. It's not a huge space, which only adds to its charm and makes every reservation feel like a win. The atmosphere is perfect for sharing dishes and lingering over dinner with friends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was incredible...I genuinely loved every single bite. Just be prepared: the Sichuan spice is no joke! If you aren't expecting it, it'll definitely sneak up on you (in the best way). My must-orders? The chili wontons, Dan Dan noodles, and beef noodles. Every dish was packed with bold flavor and left me wanting to come back for more. If you've been trying to score a reservation, keep at it. Astoria is one of those places that's absolutely deserving of its reputation, and I'll be thinking about those noodles until my next visit. read more

Astoria DC - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

There was a line waiting to go in before opening and I think it's still be easy to get a seat if you arrive right at opening time but it definitely got filled by the time we left! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside had small tables and a kinda casual cocktail bar vibe[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Beef Noodles - the highlight and actually very good! The noodles are long and handmade and chewy. They hold onto the sauce very well! The sauce has a slight kick and is very savory. The beef is soft and also flavorful! I feel the price for the portion is kinda expensive though 8/10 Chili wontons - skin is silky and soft, sauce is savory with a small kick as well! Even though the sauces look similar to beef noodle they taste very different. The fillings had good flavor and overall were good but were a bit tougher and dryer than I would prefer. 6/10 Crab fried rice - crab is slightly overcooked but naturally sweet. It has a light curry taste throughout and was pretty good but didn't really stand out 5.5/10 Mapo tofu - slight kick and nice savory taste in the sauce! However I think they cut the tofu pieces way too large or the tofu they chose had way too much tofu flavor that overpowers the sauce. I'd prefer a very light silky tofu but this was a soft tofu. 6/10 Vpod - at first it just tasted like orange juice but then the other flavors peek through on the after taste and when I mixed it more. Even though it was good, it still felt very basic 5/10 Philadelphia Scotsman - it's pretty ginger forward. Technically the level of ginger spice is fine but strong but then the rest of the drink got completely overpowered and so this just wasn't that great 2.5/10 read more

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Astoria is known for their Sichuan-style food and drinks, and we decided to come here for an early dinner as a group. We knew it was stone crab season, so we were excited to include this in our eats - we ordered the Mala Lobster, which was prepared in fermented chili sauce with ginger garlic scallion; we also ordered the Pea Shoots (stir-fried in garlic; we liked that this didn't come 'watery'), the Walnut Shrimp (with a nice honey sauce with candied walnuts), Mapo Tofu (with beef, chili, garlic, scallions, and sichuan peppercorns), and the OG La-Zi (a fried chicken thigh with peanuts, chili, and sichuan peppercorns). My counterparts enjoyed their drinks, and the the bartending staff were great. Portions are generous and easily shareable! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space is beautiful, which is like a railroad-style; the staff were friendly and attentive.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Metered and some restricted residential parking can be found in the area. +sichuan-style shareables +friendly & attentive staff +metered street & restricted residential parking available read more

Definitely eat here if you can get a reservation! They save a couple spots for walk in but line was already out the door when they opened at 5pm. The service is incredible and they check in the perfect amount without being invasive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant itself is gorgeous and intimate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's a lot of personality to this restaurant from the cocktails to the dish ware and overall very fun place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food was SO good. I would recommend both the basil eggplant and the double cooked pork. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is a hipster Asian Fusion-Street Food restaurant in Dupont Circle...in this long, retro train-esque layout.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We sat right by the bar...quite tight, and not too comfy...and the table was too small for multiple small plates.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is one thing I still don't get...how restaurants that feature small plates have these teeny-tiny tables. How do they expect us to order several plates when we're given such a small table space?!? Makes no sense to me.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]ANYWAY, small space and table aside, I will say that it definitely had a cool vibe...with this retro jazz overhead music to match![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered Chili Wontons to share, then as entrees, I got the Dan Dan Noodles and my husband chose Crab Fried Rice. I personally loved the foods...but then I love Schezuan spicy flavors! My husband liked it, but wasn't too thrilled with it...but then he's been eating way too much Fried Rice on this trip lol. For drinks, I tried their Daiquiri, and it was solid...and my husband had some beer (?). [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall, I'm glad we got to check out the place. I loved the foods, but found the seating uncomfy, and table was too small.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]If we were to return, guess I'll try harder to get one of the regular booths...and not by the bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Still, I enjoyed the cool, retro vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Loved this place!! The hand pulled noodles sooo good! I liked the veggie one better than the meat, tho both were good! Their mocktails made from real ingredients! No heavy syrups. Our server, KAY, was awesome! We were celebrating a birthday and she helped us get seated right away, order the best option for all our likes, and helped us to have a memorable dinner celebration. Left overs were delicious! Prices fair given great location, fresh ingredients, and long hours. A DC hidden gem! Eggplant with basil and mapo tofu, soo yummy! Can't wait to return for another meal! No pictures because it was too good we were just in the moment and so hungry! read more

Def worth the hype! [[HIGHLIGHT]]A smaller, darker place than I was expecting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have goldfish as food to snack on. I loved the beef noodles so much, wow. I did enjoy the mapo tofu and mala ribs as well. The ribs feels like it's missing something to me; maybe needed rice or something lighter since it was a heavier dish, but still good. I'd say this place uses spice and mala well but in a balanced way so that it isn't too overpowering or spicy that people may think with Szechuan food. So good; have to go again! Service was pretty attentive too. read more

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I'm honestly a little puzzled with Astoria. I've was so excited to try this place after hearing so much about it and not being able to get a reservation for a while. But I think I set my expectations too high. We were informed that the spice rating for each dish is as the bottom of each box on the menu. Look for the cat and how many fireballs it's breathing. The prices on the menu kind of cover this up on most of the boxes so that's definitely a design flaw. We ordered several dishes that were supposed to be spicy and found that none of them really were very spicy. The food is definitely spiced, but not spicy. There's a lot of seasoning that it kind overwhelms the food and makes it salty. Both of my friends tried the Dan Dan noodles and then gave them rest to me as they said it was too salty. For the chili oil wontons, I genuinely could not taste the pork inside. I could only taste the chili oil. The pea shoots were my least favorite as it's $20 for pea shoots with just garlic. The cumin lamb is decent as someone who generally doesn't like lamb. However, you should have it with the rice and lots of water because it makes your mouth very dry. The beef noodles were my favorite as the noodles were perfectly cooked and the beef was nice and tender. However the portion size is small and doesn't make much sense for sharing. The hostess and servers were all friendly and the food didn't take too long to come out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and would be nice for a date night or small group dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But it is pricey and I would advise ordering something different than what we got. Not sure I'm eager to go back soon but I would be interested in giving other dishes at Astoria a chance. read more

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I've been here several times and have recommended this place to friends, but unfortunately we've all had similar issues with the seating process. The host stand really needs a better system for tracking who has been waiting the longest. During our most recent visit, we ordered drinks as soon as we arrived and waited over an hour for a table. Around the 30-minute mark, we decided to order food at the bar because we assumed we'd be seated soon, especially since an empty table next to us had already been sitting vacant for at least 20 minutes. Instead, a couple who arrived after us was seated at that table before we were. That was incredibly frustrating and made it seem like there wasn't a fair or organized system for seating guests. The food is tasty, but it's hard to justify the prices for what you get, especially when the overall experience is so disappointing. After multiple visits and repeated issues, I think this will be our last time coming here. read more

No one has talked about how friendly they are for dietary restrictions. As a gluten free girly, I was so excited to see 2 options for us - one for gluten free with soy and one for gluten free without. Chinese food can be difficult for us gluten free folks and it was nice to see numerous delicious options. I went with the basil eggplant which was phenomenal. The sauce had just the right amount of spice. Im so excited to come back and try more of this delicious restaurant read more

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We were blown away by Astoria! We sat outside on their covered and heated porch. The cocktails were a great mix of funky traditional and tiki drinks. I LOVE tiki drinks and these didn't disappoint!! The defect mix of sweetness and tropical flavors took me far away from the grey, snowy DC evening. The food itself was separated into noodle dishes, and small/large/XL plates. Not a single one disappointed. The dan dan noodles, bok choy, and pork belly were our absolute favorites. We also ordered the cumin lamb and received rice with all the meat dishes! I'd gladly visit again to explore the stellar menu and try more tiki drinks! read more

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Good luck getting a reservation... I see why this place is so loved and highly rated! The beef noodles are probably the best ones I've ever had. It was so soft yet had a bounce and the most delicious flavor! It was spicy and had umami flavor and also perfectly cooked sliced beef. The mapo tofu was also very flavorful and paired perfect with rice! The mala ribs were a little dry to me but I still really liked the flavor and especially the potatoes and corn that absorbed the flavor. The drinks were very good as well and pretty! The service was quick and attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside is small and dark but they have outdoor seating too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Astoria continues to be one of my favorite spots in DC. [[HIGHLIGHT]]While the service can occasionally be a bit spotty, the food and overall vibe are exceptional.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Every dish I've tried has been mouthwatering, consistently flavorful and generously portioned. Some of my current favorites are the dan dan noodles and the garlic eggplant, but honestly, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. If I could, I'd eat here once a week. read more

I had a great time here; the food was great! a bit spicy but if you don't mind that then definitely order what we got. WE got super full and our drinks were perfect. The service was a LITTLE slow, but it was to be expected because it was a really busy night. The tables on the side are small, so I recommended going in a group of 3 or 4 to be seated inside and have a booth table instead. We ordered the beef noodles, chili wontons and chimi churri and it was delicious. I will be returning again!! read more

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I walked in on a Monday night without a reservation and was able to snag a standing spot at the bar while we waited for an open table. We split 4 dishes between 2 ppl and enjoyed our experience. Chili Wontons: 10/10 these were my man's favorite! He still talked about them for days! Gong Bao Chicken: 8/10 good but not great. Dan Dan Noodles: 10/10 really good and not too spicy Walnut Shrimp: 6/10 surprisingly this was my least favorite dish. I can't put my finger on as to why? Maybe it was the batter or the sauce but I gave my 2 leftover pieces to my dog. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not a restaurant with a bar, it's a bar that's sort of a restaurant (and partly why it's hard to get a reservation there--it's basically a narrow bar with about 4 tables (that are only for big parties)[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Expect to eat and imbibe in high chairs on a countertop, as that's basically Astoria.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The second reason it's hard to get a reservation, is that it's probably the best, and most authentic Szechuan/Chinese food in DC. Our mocktails were so good, we had to keep asking our server whether there was alcohol inadvertently mixed in em. read more

Finally tried Astoria for my bestie's birthday dinner, and overall it was a solid experience with a few highs and lows. The restaurant has limited seating, but they offer both indoor and outdoor options (yes, they do keep the outdoor area warm even in the winter with heaters, which was a nice touch). There were four of us, so we ordered a good variety: Baby Bok Choy, Chili Wontons, Scallion Lamb, La-Zi Chicken, Walnut Shrimp, Beef Noodles, and Green Pepper Fish. I'll be honest a lot of the dishes leaned spicier than I prefer (my spice tolerance is low), and we all agreed several items were a bit on the salty side. The one dish none of us enjoyed was the La-Zi Chicken; the flavor profile just didn't land, and the chili oil completely overpowered everything else. That said, the portions were generous, a few dishes stood out in a good way (wontons, shrimp, beef noodles), and the overall dining environment was cozy. If you love bold, spicy flavors, this might be more up your alley but if you're sensitive to heat like me, just be sure to ask which dishes are milder. read more

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Late evening meals in DC can be hard to find on a Tuesday night. My friends and I were hungry after a Capitals game, though, and fast food was not ideal. We found Astoria through Yelp, whose kitchen was open until 11:00. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a nice outdoor area which was packed when we arrived so we were given a table inside, near the kitchen.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]That gave us an opportunity to check out the unique decoration of the dining area and bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server pointed us to the menu QR code on the coasters and gave some recommendations. I opted for the basil eggplant. It arrived hot as the sun and full of garlic and chili flavor. The chili dumplings were a good match along with a soda. The service was shared between a few employees and all were pleasant and helpful. read more

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This place is very overrated me and my wife were looking forward to this place but it was very disappointing. We ordered the following; Chili oil wontons (4/5): solid dish but you can get this at a lot of other restaurants and cheaper Beef noodles (2/5): Supposed to be one of the best things here and it was very dry. Walnut shrimp (3/5): very sweet and was pretty good Mapo tofu (2/5) : Tofu was good but overall it was pretty bad and not worth $27 we barely touched it. Service was great and we got seated pretty quickly. read more

Astoria DC - Beef noodles and chili oil wontons - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Some really good dishes and some really average dishes. The honey walnut shrimp was very delicious. The crab fried rice was nice and had some spice to it as well. The other two dishes we got were not rememberable. It took forever for the food to come as well. It wasn't super busy when we arrived but the wait was fine because at least the food was fresh. The price is not cheap but I think it's good to try. read more

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Inside is gorgeous. Dark reds and browns, very trendy. The Painkiller was delicious! But it is also filled to the brim with ice so has VERY little actual drink. Unfortunately, my friend spilled his full drink and there was so little actual liquid that it didn't even go off the table, just sat in the middle and we were able to clean it up with napkins. The waitress was incredibly nice though and gave him a new drink. We tried the gong bao chicken and chili wontons. They were large portions and cooked well. But the sauce was so overpowering I couldn't really taste anything else. I would have liked some other ingredients to cut that chili flavor to make it more robust. It's the chili oil, for sure, because while it's not super hot, you could clearly taste it when you tried to drink water or eat anything else. It just coats your mouth. Service was very lovely. I'd like to try other menu items and see what they're like. read more

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I had been wanting to try this place for a while, but it was always hard to make a reservation since they fill up fast (friends tell me that if you go at opening, you can do a walk-in), but my friend scored a recent reservation for six. It was great going with a group as we got to try a lot of different dishes. Some favorites were the water boiled fish, Basil Eggplant and Shrimp, but everything we had was delicious and something we would order again. Be warned that most of the food is at least a little spicy. Everyone in my group was able to eat everything, even those who don't love spicy food. Excited to go back to have some of the favorites again and try other dishes from the large menu. read more

Astoria DC absolutely lived up to the hype -- and then some. This Michelin-starred gem served up some of the best flavors I've had in a while. We ordered the Dan Dan noodles, chili wontons, and shrimp, and every single dish was a knockout. Bold, perfectly balanced, and packed with that signature Sichuan punch. We didn't have reservations, so we ended up waiting about an hour. No complaints though -- we grabbed drinks at the bar next door and came back ready to feast. Totally worth the wait. The espresso martinis were a surprisingly great pairing with all the spice -- smooth, rich, and just the right amount of kick. If you're in DC and craving a flavor-packed, elevated dining experience, Astoria is 100% worth adding to your list. Michelin star status: earned. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Astoria is a tiny, extremely chic, loungey restaurant in the heart of DuPont Circle specializes in modern Chinese cuisine.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The wait staff was as attentive as they could be with the restaurant being so packed for its size. I got the beef noodles, which were delicious, and the wontons, which literally had my eyes rolling in the back of my head. Only 4 stars because it is a bit overpriced, but the flavors are absolutely worth all of the good press surrounding this hidden gem. read more

Astoria DC - Beef noodles, wontons, shrimp - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

There is definitely a wait for this place, which based on historical reviews, seems to be par for the course. What I wasn't expecting was the hour it would take for our food to come after we had been seated and ordered. The hostess and waitress were kind but seemed a bit stretched thin, as the hostess was bussing tables between helping new guests. We sat on the outside porch, which, while not unpleasant, did expose us to the mosquitos which seem so prevalent in restaurants in DC. Our beef noodles would probably have been good had they not been stone cold by the time they came to us. But it seems like they had been sitting on some back counter of the kitchen for a long time before they reached us. Very, very salty and a bit spicy - almost too much flavor in each bite. The meat was good, the noodles had a nice chewiness to them. By the time the fish came out, we were ready to leave. I wish someone had recommended that we mix the whole thing together more, because a layer of spicy oil sat on the top and left a lot to be desired when most of the sauce and flavor was actually hidden beneath all the dried chilis and fish at the bottom. Pretty tasty once we'd stirred everything up but our initial reaction was that it was all spicy oil and no other seasoning. I probably wouldn't go back given how long it took to receive our food after the wait for the table and given the quality of the food that eventually arrived. Maybe ordering in would have been better. read more

Astoria DC - Beef noodles - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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@astoria_dc spread for the four of us: beef noodles (double) because these are the best bite, chili wontons, chimichurri grilled steak, walnut shrimp (must order), and basil eggplant long awaited (~2 years to get a resy here again) but it's safe to say it's just as delicious as it was years ago! read more

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This is truly the perfect date night spot. It is so cozy inside and has a perfect cocktail list with so many fun choices. As an avid Chinese food fan, the menu had almost too many choices for my husband and I to try. We went here pretty late in the night around 10 PM and originally just went in for drinks but could not resist getting (second) dinner as well. As for food, we got the scallion lamb, dan dan noodles and chili wontons. My husbands favorite were the dan dan noodles, as they had that perfect amount of mouth numbing Sichuan peppers in it. The flavors are just perfect. My personal favorite was the chili wontons which were the perfect soft texture and also had a ton of heat. The scallion lamb was much needed after the spicy dishes, with the gentle sesame flavors; we thoroughly enjoyed that as well! The cocktails we got were the lost lake and rum runner. Our server was great and helped us narrow down our drink selections and answered some questions we had about the restaurant in general! I will definitely be coming back!! read more

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Plenty will write about the food, but I want to start off with mixologist making it happen behind the bar. I did not get her name, but we sat across from her as she was putting on a masterclass of making drinks. Most of all I saw that she was using all fresh ingredients which makes a huge difference to what we ordered. Fresh ingredients go so much further in drinks such as the ones we ordered which included the mojito, painkiller, and even the zombie. The extra effort to actual muddle the mint leaves with sugar and lime to make the mojito is greatly appreciated. It might just be me, but I do enjoy seeing drinks made especially when done by a pro that is present at Astoria. The food is good at Astoria. The menu is not overwhelming but I still found myself having difficulty deciding. When it says small plates or large plates will it be enough for me? Also, if sitting at the high-top tables, space is very limited so remember to space your food selections. This is very true if you have a slow eater. The chili wontons are a great go to when wanting to share something close to an appetizer. The heat was quick and went away quickly if you are afraid of the word chili. The dumplings were packed with pork and were a good-sized portion for sharing. Trust me, it will not have you reaching for water but reaching for another. If you are not adept at using chopsticks do yourself a favor, use the fork provided. Your shirt and the floor will appreciate it. For my main course I went with the cumin lamb which is considered a smaller dish. I am a fan of lamb and much like the wontons it had a little kick that slowly built up but faded away. Two dipping sauces were included if you wanted to pump up the heat. I used it for dipping but decided to pour it over my rice instead. Cannot go wrong either way. Lamb was tender and still had a very teeny, miniscule, small bit of that gaminess I enjoy in some foods. Would I come back? Yes, I would but have your reservations because it is too much of a chance to try a walk in. If it is just, you and one other, you will most likely just get a high top. There is room outside that is covered and heaters to fight off the cold. If you decide to go speak with one of the hostesses. There are a few items you might see on Yelp or might not be on the menu available. read more

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Astoria DC is the place for deliciously spicy Sichuan. I made a reservation weeks in advance to celebrate my husband's birthday. The only open seating around dinnertime was their outdoor, open air patio. Although slightly inconvenient they did have space heaters mounted above the covered patio resulting in a bearable dining experience for late March. The food was amazing and bursting with spicy flavor. The drinks are phenomenal and made very well. So well, birthday boy ordered their mojito twice! Our favorites were: * The Beef noodles - beware this dish has a higher than normal spice level * Ma Po Tofu * Spicy eggplant * Kung Pao chicken * Walnut Shrimp If you're lucky enough to get seating inside, know the space is tight however the interior décor and bar are decked out nicely and make for perfect gram photos. Parking in this neck of the woods is difficult. Due to this we opted to Uber over and had no issues. read more

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Love trying new restaurants in DC! Just found a new favorite! We made reservations - which I recommend because we got there at 5 and there was already a line. We got some drinks and appetizers. Will have to be back to try more! Everything was so good. What really made me want to come back for more was the service. We had a minor inconvenience (wasn't even an inconvenience to us) and they brought us out drinks on the house! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a great place!![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Came here to celebrate our anniversary this weekend! You have to make reservations two weeks in advance so pick a date and mark your calendar!! We were sat upon arrival on the patio - the heaters WORK so don't worry if that's your table. We ate GOOD! To start we had the garlic pea shoots and gong bao chicken - the gong bao chicken was perfectly spicy and the garlic pea shoots were a nice touch of greens. Dinner we got beef noodles and little noodles. The little noodles use the numbing spice but it's not a bad feeling - just tingling! We split all 4 dishes between the 2 of us and we were satisfied but not overly full. 10/10 recommend read more

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The space is small but the flavor of the food is big and bold! After tasting a couple dishes I was informed that most of the dishes are spicy and the spice level is based on the region that the dishes are inspired by. I had the Dan Dan noodles and it was an ideal dish for a cold day. I also enjoyed the format of the menu - so many dishes and amazing cocktails to choose from. The playlist was also great that day when I went in! read more

Astoria DC - Dan Dan Noodles - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I had the chili wontons and beef noodles which were both amazing. The beef was cooked well and the sauce was delicious. The portion size on the wontons was pretty generous too. They have a covered and heated patio so you can sit out there in the winter too. read more

Astoria DC - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Recommend the walnut shrimp, it's coated and sweet. Beef noodles were a little too al dente 7.5/10 Chili Wontons were good, not spicy but covered well in sauce. read more

My father took my wife and I out to Astoria for a late birthday dinner. It is difficult getting a reservation to this place mainly because they only allow you to book one week out. Luckily we were able to get a reservation. We ordered a bunch of items and share them all which is probably the best way to go. The dishes that stood out were the beef noodles, walnut shrimp, and chili wonton. If you tell them your preferred flavors, they can curate the perfect Mock-tail or cocktail for you. Their drinks were amazing. We had a great experience and our excited to go back again. This is in addition to the staff being fantastic. Parking is tough and the restaurant is small, which makes it a little bit more exclusive. read more

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Wonderful! Can't wait to return. Big portions and very flavorful food. The ribs are great. Best old fashioned I've ever had. Make sure you make a reservation. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tight squeeze inside but you can eat outside too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The food was super spicy! The cocktails were delicious so I was chugging them down to beat the heat. We had to wait a bit because we didn't make reservations but the fit us in. read more

Astoria DC - Szechuan Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Make a reservation! It's very popular and I know why. This was my second visit here. I went many years ago and the high quality is still there. Very flavorful food. Some spicy, be careful. Cozy atmosphere. We sat in the window counter. Service was good and the staff were nice. read more

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I came here with my sister and cousin for a late dinner. We ran late for our reservation but kept them in the loop as to when we'd be arriving, which didn't seem to be an issue. Upon arrival, we were informed that we were there on a less busier night and next time, they wouldn't be able to hold our table. It felt like we were being scolded and reprimanded. We awkwardly laughed it off, apologized and got seated. The esthetic inside is that of a dark train station. It was pretty cool and different from anywhere I've been. For food we ordered the following: Pea shoots 9/10 Chili wontons- 10/10 Salt 'n pepper eggplant- 10/10 Salt 'n pepper shrimp- 10/10. I believe there was a different chef during our 2nd visit because the salt and pepper eggplant and the salt shrimp both had an excessive amount of whole cloves in them. It overpowered the dishes in the most egregious way and almost made them inedible. Those previous 10s quickly turned to 4s. Throughout the night, our waiter made snarky, rude and condescending comments to us when we would ask simple questions about the menu. It was really weird energy to get from them and we were obviously taken aback. That didn't leave us with the best taste in our mouths. read more

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***PSA for my fellow gluten-free folks*** [[HIGHLIGHT]]First, the staff here is kind, beautiful environment, and I'm sure the food is delicious if you don't have food allergies.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have menus labeled "Gluten Free (Soy Ok)" and "Gluten Free (No Soy)." I learned from the server the "Soy Ok" menu means the dishes listed have traditional soy sauce... Soy sauce has gluten so these are not actually gluten free. I have celiac and asked about cross contamination. The server shared the woks are wiped after each dish but not washed so something that doesn't touch the wok would be best. Of the 6 options on the "no soy" menu, only the chimichurri was not wok fried. He double checked with the kitchen and reported back that they could do that one but would leave off the chili oil because it had a little bit of soy sauce in it... it was on the "no soy" menu. It's ok if I can't eat at a restaurant, it happens all the time. Unfortunately, it felt really scary and dangerous to find all this unclear and inaccurate information on menus that appeared to be catering to people with food restrictions. I really hope Astoria removes these so called "gluten free" menus or at least changes the language. Something like "low gluten" could be true but certainly not "gluten free." If you have food restrictions, proceed with caution depending on your level of sensitivity. read more