Food was impeccable. I'll be back! On a Saturday night around 8pm, I ordered a bunch of food for about 20 people as an impromptu post graduation dinner at my house. We were ravenous, but had an intense Chinese food craving, so we ordered Chengdu 7 food from Uber Eats. Food did not disappoint! We ordered sesame chicken, chef special fried rice, chicken fried rice, Mongolian beef*, shrimp fried rice, and everything was delicious! Fan favorites were the Mongolian beef and chicken fried rice, but honestly EVERYTHING was good. And you can tell a lot from a place by how they package your food: food was delivered in tightly seeled packs and labeled! It sounds minor, but is so helpful when you're feed 2 dozen hungry people. All in all, Chengdu 7 you truly made me a fan of you. I will most certainly be returning for more! read more

Was excited to try this place based on stellar reviews and hand rolled noodles. Unfortunately, found the service abrupt, atmosphere chaotic, and food mediocre at best. The menu seems overly extensive and cumbersome to navigate. The vegetarian spring rolls were flavorless and excessively thick and heavy with grease (didn't finish). The main entree was unpleasantly sour, different from kimchi and without benefits. Sent it back and tried again with basic noodles and chili oil, which proved to be underwhelming. The shining star was the green beans appetizer -- executed perfectly and full of flavor. There are many other authentic places to explore. read more

Another great meal at Chengdu 7 with family and friends! This place really delivers quality food and great service! We enjoyed so many different dishes - hot and sour soup, scallion pancakes, egg rolls, hand pulled noodles with beef, kung Pao chicken, cumin beef, beef with vegetables, crag rangoon, and pork dumplings. Every dish was wonderful. And for anyone who has not tried the hand pulled noodles here you really must try them - they are a highlight of a meal - incredibly delicious with a wonderful texture. The flow of food to our table was great, not too fast or rushed and not too slow. Our waitress was wonderful and ensured that our group had everything that we needed to enjoy our meal. Will I be back again - Absolutely!! Everyone in our group agrees that this is the best Chinese food anywhere! I will caution some seeing this review that unlike many other Asian restaurants, if you order a Hot and spicy dish here it will indeed be very hot. I consider that to be good because I enjoy hot spicy food, but for those who cannot handle hot food stick with the milder dishes. read more

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My. Goodness. This place was absolutely delicious, and such a welcome surprise while we were on the road back from the coast. We really wanted a good Asian meal, and not typical takeout, so we got on the Yelp app while traveling through Raleigh, and found this place not too far of our route in Cary. It's in an international themed shopping center a bit off the main drag, and honestly, the vibes hit us just right from the moment we got out of the car. You walk in and you can see the cooks at work to the left, the restaurant is bright with lots of blue and a large mural to the right. We got immediate service, the menu is large and daunting. There is anything here from more typical Chinese American cuisine, all the way into more esoteric options for the experienced eater. We ordered a bit of both, starting with some simple steam pork dumplings, beef lo mein, and an order of hot pot pepper chicken. Everything came out mostly together, with the hot pot chicken served in a wok, keeping things steaming. Everything tasted and looked exceptional. The dumplings were a lovely texture, with plenty of meat filling the pockets. Beef lo mein was a top notch versioin of the takeout classic, with a tangy flavor and a good amount of meat. All that said, the hot pot pepper chicken absolutely stole the show! This was a robust dish, plenty here for a meal plus leftovers first off, but beyond the perfectly crispy outside and tender inside chicken pieces, we really got into the sliced cauliflower and veggie mixture. Over a bit of rice, this is a dish we won't be able to resist again, not that the others weren't an easy re-order as well. This spot will be on our minds everytime we head into or through this area from now on. Thanks for making it a top notch road stop Chengdu 7! read more

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I decided to try a bunch of their dishes--about 12 in total. So far, the Dan Dan noodles and dumplings in chili oil are my top favorites. The braised pork belly and house special fried rice were also delicious. The beef hand-pulled noodles and crispy duck were a bit too smoky for my taste. The wonton soup and crab Rangoon were pretty basic but flavorful. I definitely plan to come back and try more dishes in the near future! If you're looking for authentic Sichuan dishes with bold, flavorful spices, this is definitely the place to try read more

Food is very authentic Szechuan and very tasty. Went at about 6:45 and waited for about 20 min to be seated. Only 1 waiter and 2 waitresses. Literally no service. Still, I signed 18% tip calculation including tax. Went back again Sunday at noon for a hand-made soup noodle with braised beef. Taste was ok not impressive. The very bad thing was one of rhe 2 waitresses was not helpful at all. She asked two tables next to me "how's everything" as a courtesy and skipped my desk, maybe only because I only ordered $16 worth of food. This did not bother me. At the end of my meal, I waved at her when she was not helping any guests, and asked for an ice tea. She heard me but not very clearly; She was about 4-5 feet away, with no people or table between us. She did not even bother to come closer to my table and ask to clarify; but rather, she raised her voice from where she was and asked quite loudly "What" impatiently. This really pissed me off, particularly when she noticed that I was obviously coughing painfully due to the spicy noodle soup. Finally she came over and asked "what" again impolitely. I was upset and said : I understood last night you were very busy, but you are not today; if you respond to a guest so far way and loudly, you should be the boss not a waitress. She did not apology but quarreled. So surprised and disappointed. I could go back but would not want this Chinese girl to serve me. The Hispanic girl is very sweet and friendly. I'm Chinese, no bias. Literally a small but very popular Spicy Szechuan restaurant, a long menu with both authentic and catered food. Tastes very good, price reasonable, air conditioner doesn't seem to work, lousy and noisy environment. read more

FLAVOR and Homemade. I really enjoy the meal anytime I eat here. The flavors and texture are so very good. Spicy, chewy, sour, and overall flavorful. The service is friendly and the menu is large but all executed very well. Check this small local business out! read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Family style meal! - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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I was so excited to try this place after looking at the reviews online. I ordered beef, lo mein, sesame chicken, pan seared dumplings, and eggrolls. What I got was fried dumplings, which had little to no flavor. The beef lo mein was good, but not great. The sesame chicken...Blah! No flavor whatsoever. The eggroll was just OK as well. We are from the Chicago area originally and are trying to find a great Asian restaurant but this did not do it! Super disappointed that I've seen many pictures of pan seared dumplings only to have them deep fry the ones they gave me. That is a pet peeve of mine. Lazy! They were packed, that's for sure, but I was just super disappointed in my experience. Paid $40 for the meal for takeout. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - These are obviously deep-fried dumplings that were supposed to be pan fried. - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

No frills but who needs them! The hand pulled noodles are sooo chewy and delicious. All of the food comes out quick and hot! The servers are quick and efficient. The single chili pepper on the menu is definitely not mild, but just the right amount of heat for me who likes zip but not misery with my spicy food. With said, don't underestimate the spicy! This is my go to spot when I'm in town! read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Stir fried hand pulled beef noodles - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

I ordered the Chong Ching spicy chicken. It tastes like bland popcorn chicken. It was nice that it came with a free bowl of rice.

Excellent food. If you want a legit Szechuan experience, hand pulled noodles and handmade dumplings. This is your place! The people were so nice and the restaurant is very clean. The decor is very lively and fun. Don't let the unassuming exterior keep you away. It's worth trusting me on this! 10/10 must try! read more

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Chengdu 7 is hands down one of the best Sichuan restaurants in the Triangle area. If you love real, bold, authentic flavors, this is the place. My absolute favorite dish here is the 小炒黄牛肉 (Stir-Fried Yellow Beef) - it is simply outstanding. The beef is tender, juicy, and full of wok aroma, perfectly stir-fried with fresh chilies, garlic, and scallions. The heat is just right, the seasoning is spot-on, and every bite is packed with flavor. This is the kind of dish that keeps you coming back again and again. We also enjoyed other classic Sichuan dishes, and every single one was well-balanced, fragrant, and authentically prepared. You can really tell the chefs know Sichuan cuisine - nothing is watered down, everything has depth and character. Service is friendly, attentive, and efficient, and the atmosphere is comfortable for both family dinners and gatherings with friends. If you're looking for real Sichuan food, not Americanized versions, Chengdu 7 is a must-visit. Highly recommended - especially the 小炒黄牛肉! We will definitely be back! read more

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I've been to Chengdu 7 a couple of times and while it hasn't been my favorite, I really enjoyed my most recent visit. I ordered the sweet and sour pork ribs and the Szechuan style cold noodles, both were delicious and definitely worth coming back for. The restaurant interior is a little outdated, but it's clean and the service was good. One cool feature is that you can watch the cook hand-making dumplings and noodles. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs (far left), Szechuan Style Cold Noodles (far right) - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

The food were delicious! We were greeted with smiles and very well taken care of by the staffs! The place feels warm, comfy and family friendly. read more

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|Overview: + Authentic spicy Szechuan cuisine + Big bowl of beef noodle soup for affordable price + Fairly good customer service + Overall food quality is great - 91% Sanitation Score - Dull ambiance with old-looking seats and bad lighting - Amount of beef in noodle soup is little - Some appetizers like beef tripe are pricey |Full Review: My girl & I went here around 9PM, and our first impressions of Chengdu 7 weren't good. The 91% Sanitation Score was concerning; my girl asked if we were sure if we wanted to eat here. I told her that not a lot of restaurants were open after 9 so we decided to give it a shot. We were the only customers dining in, and a young waitress took us to our cheap-looking seats illuminated by dull fluorescent lights. Ambiance is clearly not ideal for a romantic date night. Chengdu 7's photo-filled menu offers authentic Chinese -Szechuan dishes, including a wide variety of beef at various spice levels. I ordered the $18+ Sizzling Steak in Hot Iron Plate, which came with strips of steak, bell peppers, scallions & white onions. It also came with a small cup of white rice. My order lived up to its name as it arrived sizzling on a hot iron plate. It tasted how I expected it to be: not spicy but tasty. Wish I had the option to get fried rice instead & amount of rice was not much (waitress did not offer to refill rice). Overall, it was good but not great. My girl ordered the Beef Noodle Soup, which was served in a large bowl. She was surprised to see the large amount for a $12+ bowl. It was much bigger than the $16+ bowl of beef noodle soup we got from Wheat in Chapel Hill just a few days ago. She said she wouldn't be able to finish it despite having to share with me so she asked for 2 smaller bowls for us because she knew that there'll be leftover for take out. A Chinese gentleman whom we assumed to be the owner came to help cut the long rice noodles with scissors, so my girl can transfer some of the contents of the soup to the smaller bowls. We were thankful for his caring customer service. The beef inside the noodle soup was well-cooked and tender but the amount of beef chunks was lacking; my girl wished it had less noodles and more beef. The broth was fine. Overall, not bad for $12+, which was about the same price as the beef tripe appetizer that we wanted to order but decided not to because of its price. Instead, we ordered a $12 Chili Oil Dumpling. The pork inside tasted amazing with the chili oil, and the texture of the dumplings was perfect. There's a good amount so we ended up taking out about 1/3 of it. Overall, I have mixed feelings about Chengdu 7. Despite the dull ambiance, low Grade "A" Sanitation Score, and some shortcomings in the food we ordered, it's still not a bad option if you enjoy authentic Szechuan cuisine at a semi-affordable price. Might return here to order for take out. | Overall Score: 3.9/5 | Recommended Alternative: Shanghai in Durham, NC read more

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Food was exceptionally delicious with authentic flavor. I loved their Mapo Tofu. So fragrant and tasty. Service and ambiance were okay but the food is really good. I hope they fixed the credit card charger. I had to pay them via Zelle because their credit card charging system was not working a couple of months ago. read more

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Always a great eat when I'm here! The ambiance is great, love the art on the walls and also love how you can see someone making hand-pulled noodles and dumplings. I personally enjoy the music here, very modern mostly family-friendly tunes from the current generation haha. Seems like they updated their menu with photos too, a little sad I didn't see the Dan Dan noodles since I felt like it was one of their specialties. I love coming here in groups so we can each more variety :) They always give out really great portions! This time, we ordered: -Beef noodles - thick: pretty solid! Can't go wrong. Meat is pretty tender, a lot of noodles. -Garlic eggplant - pretty average, without the sauce it would've been a bit bland. -Chong qing chicken - can't go wrong with this one, though it felt like it had quite a bit of pepper on the plate for its ratio -Spicy fish filet in chili oil - we asked for it to be less spicy cause it had three pepper signs, but I would do full pepper next time for more flavor! Service is always really quick, had our rice and water refilled consistently. Always a classic, definitely a favorite of mine and my roommate's in the Triangle! read more

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This was so good!! The food came very quick and service was great. The hand pulled noodles were springy and so tasty. The wontons flavor was so rich and spicy, the beef soup was delicious! The atmosphere inside was very cute and I loved being able to see the noodles being pulled. I am super impressed and will definitely be back! read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Chili Oil Wonton 红油抄手 - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Average tasting Asian food and everything felt heavy. Not very spicy considering it is Sichuan!

The food and the service at the restaurant were good. The portion sizes were very generous for the price. It was also cool to see the chefs making the hand pull noodle from scratch inside the restaurant. I will say to be careful in the parking lot as there are some potholes. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Beef Noodle Rice Noodles - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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The food was fresh and properly prepared. The service was attentive and efficient. We had no long waits. The ambiance was quiet and dated, but clean and you dine for the food. Will go back and get better educated with the cuisine. The value was very good, fair pricing for large portions. read more

After repeated visits to this wonderful place it's time for me to share my experiences. I've never had a bad dish, very single thing I've tried has been spectacular. Every person I've brought here has also equally loved it. My favorites are the Dan Dan noodles, chicken ho feng, orange beef, and dumplings. The service is attentive even when extremely busy. This is hands down the best Chinese food I've found in NC. read more

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Lived in a lot of places across the US and other than SF chinese food... this is the BEST sichuan restaurant i've ever eaten at.

Came here a week after going to to Taipei 101 and was not disappointed. Restaurant is a little dated but the fresh hand pulled noodles and fresh dumplings were all very good. It was a busy night and it seemed under staffed but they were hustling and trying there best. Definitely on the go to list. read more

We were definitely surprised at how delicious this hole in the wall Szechwan style restaurant was. We came across this restaurant by accident but we knew our experience was going to be fun one the moment we saw the employee making the dumplings and noodles from scratch . This spot may be our new spot for stir fried shrimp and fried chicken wings in Cary NC read more

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Came here after a not so great experience with another Sichuan restaurant in the area. Better!! I'd say best Sichuan in the area. Ive had the sauteed lamb, spicy garlic pork, and egg rolls. All delicious. So much spice in the pork, but very very good. Also, egg rolls (not spring rolls) are fantastic! read more

We were actually looking for dim sum but happened to stumble upon this place since I read there would be hand pulled noodles. We were pleasantly surprised! All the hand pulled noodles are made to order and they did it right in front of you which was really cool and authentic. The food was amazing. The beef and onion steamed dumplings were probably some of the best dumplings I've had in a VERY long time. The hot chili oil was on point too and actually spicy. We also had the scallion pancake which was very good and the hand pulled spicy beef noodle soup, and I'll say the flavor was explosive! Highly recommend! read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Spicy beef hand pulled noodles soup - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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The Sichuan takeout was very good. I ordered Kung Pao chicken, egg rolls, and pan-fried dumplings. Overall, the food was flavorful and fresh. However, there was an excessive amount of pepper pieces from the peppers, which made it a bit too much. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Didn't want to give the secret away but this place offers hand made dumplings and noodles! Lol The dumplings were flavorful and the noodles did not disappoint, especially on a cold day. It is definitely one of the more consistent Chinese restaurants in the area. read more

The food is amazing family style Chinese with distinctive flavors and excellent preparation. The server was friendly and responsive. The restaurant is hidden in an aging strip mall and is clean inside. We will definitely be back. read more

The food was good and served hot. I'm starting to hate these detailed food reviews nitpicking everything and being extra for content. As long as I leave satisfied, not feeling like I wasted my money, is all that matters. Perfection isn't realistic, service was attentive and restaurant is clean. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Chicken fried rice is always on point. Service is great. The place has a great menu too with all kinds of good stuff on it. They have a great order to go process. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Chicken Fried Rice - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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My daughter and I came by for lunch. We tried 2 different dishes. One was the Dan Dan Noodles. The other was a very spicy beef noodle dish with a lot of broth. Both had the freshly made noodles and were delicious !! I especially liked the spicy dish. We couldn't identify what type of beef was in the dish. It's a small place and a lot of Asians were eating there. Usually a good sign of the authenticity of the food. My only complaint was that the waitress wasn't helpful in choosing a dish. It seemed English was not her first language . We will come back and try a non noodle dish next time. The spiciness was on point ! read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Beef Noodle - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Dumplings were delicious. Everything else had very little to no taste. Was not impressed. Weird place.

Coming from a large Metro city, I wasn't expecting such authentic, delicious unapologically spicy Sichuan food! To offset the impending hot meal, I ordered the milder General Tso's Chicken. I ordered the Dan Dan noodles which are prepared fresh and hand pulled. We can view this through the plexiglass. These were fantastic noodles! We requested "less spice" per the hubs prerence. Glad we did. The texture and flavor have me craving more after a few days. This is a different kind of heat. Not that spicy per se, but a lip plumping sensation (much more intense than applying Buxom lipgloss) causing my lips to quiver and strangely me wanting more. The texture and flavor had me craving this after a few days. Drinking water gave me a strange aftertaste on the upper part of my mouth. With this dish, complement it with a sweeter or mild dish. We will definitely come back to try other dishes here. The ambiance is more mom n pop with tasteful cultural wallpaper and clean restrooms. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - A safe bet, General's chicken. - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

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Kind of disappointed. As a Chinese I think they can do much better for their food, service and hygiene

Been going through a cold and the hot and sour soup and dumplings in chili oil helped clear up the sinuses. I also had the vegetable spring roles and they were pretty good too. Would definitely try more items from there. read more

Chengdu 7 Sichuan Cuisine - Hot and Sour Soup, pork dumplings in chili oil - Szechuan Near Me - Cary, North Carolina

Very impressed due to the spices and flavors. The place is very unassuming on the outside but it is larger than it looks when you enter. I was the only one dining in during the mid afternoon but the fare quickly assuaged any concerns I had about the place. I had the minced pork with glass noodles. It was served with a side of white rice. The noodles were better than any I have had elsewhere, and I agree with others about the seasonings seeming so fresh. When I am in town, this will surely be my go-to spot for Chinese food. read more

authentic cuisine - great staff - be sure to watch your noodles being made if you order a noodle dish!

Went there today for the first time and enjoyed my experience! The restaurant wasn't very big, but had cute historical Chinese decor and a noodle chef that makes the noodles as soon as you order. I came with my parents fot an early dinner and we ordered the dolshot fish and tofu, dolshot tomato beef, eggplant, Chengdu noodles, and an order of beef dumplings. Chengdu noodles were definitely spicy so beware for thise who can't handle it! Everything was good, but my favorite was the dolshot tomato beef dish. The beef was cooked super tender and I highly recommend for anyone that loves a sweet and tangy dish. The food also came out in a timely manner as well and were great portions! We also had wonderful service from the waitresses who made sure to check on us regularly! I definitely recommend for anyone who wants a nice big bowl of housemade noodle or dumplings, or for a family dinner! read more