The food is SO GOOD! Purely authentic Chinese food and the portions are worth it! Customer service is amazing, the owner is so kind and I'm definitely coming back! read more

We visited this restaurant last week. The restaurant is located on a corner, fairly easy to find and street parking is available. +1 We ordered the toothpick lamb, crispy chicken with bell pepper, shredded potato, bitter melon with black beans, and string beans. The lamb, chicken and bitter melon were delicious. The shredded potato was ok. The string beans were not the freshest because we could taste/feel the dried ends which were chewy. +1 Customer service was friendly and we were seated right away. To view the menu you must scan the QR code as they do not have physical menus to view. The waitress was attentive and happy that we enjoyed the spicy dishes. +1 Spicy craving was satisfied +1 read more

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Very authentic Sichuan spicy food. My parents got the take out from here in Berkeley and brought me all the way to Central Valley. read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

Amazing service and food, their steamed fish filet and chow mein is the absolute best combo with their mapo tofu. I'm full every time at the cheap price of 13$ cash!! Huge portions, will definitely be coming back regularly! read more

Quick service and great selection! I was pleased to see some familiar menu items, but also appreciated the mix of more authentic dishes I haven't heard of before. The Beef w/ Broccoli was tasty and vegetables still crunchy despite being dunked with a flavorful gravy! The Spicy Chicken Wings were packed with flavor and heat, especially the onions and garlic cloves that were stir-fried on top. The Pork Fried Rice had a nice wok, stir-fried flavor and with decent meat portions. Orders are placed online by scanning a code on the table, but payment was standard with a bill the waiters will drop at the table. It's well in the city and by the Berkeley campus, so street parking may be hard to come by. Ambiance was good enough for the location, but I wouldn't say totally family-style. Can't wait to come back to try other dishes! read more

This was an interesting take. I always saw the location as being isolated and almost with no actions. I kept passing by, observing the place that it is in fact open. As I walked up the stairs there's an outside patio and you have to further walk straight until two double doors. Once entered the place was very quiet for a Friday. In these times QR codes are becoming a trend to view menus and even put in an order along with your table number. It's a really odd setup and the ambience seems very detached from the rest of the area and city. I ordered the wonton soup and some type of noodles. Surprisingly everything was very good. The only reason I state with scepticism was the atmosphere of the place. Service is very scared but it's there to a very minimal effort. The communication was very minimal. read more

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Service food, ok environment,Decent food, decent price pretty good! Recommend and will be back. read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - Chinese food - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

my friend and I were having the STRONGEST mapo tofu craving recently! pretty sure it's due to the freezing weather that we've been wanting something warm, comforting, and spicy, but regardless, we needed to get our fix!! chengdu style restaurant is located right off of campus, so it's in a super convenient location for students and staff! the restaurant itself is nothing too fancy, but it was so welcoming and the waiters were efficient and friendly which I appreciated. upon being seated, we were able to scan a QR code for the menu and the waiter came to take out orders. within minutes, we had fresh food that was devoured in minutesthe portions were super generous for the price and loved the meal overall! -- -- -- pictured: " mapo tofu ($13.95) // THIS is what we came for and it honestly hit the spot‍usually when it comes to mapo tofu, the ratio of szechuan peppercorns and spice really makes a difference to me! i personally don't like too much mala in mine, so I thought it was the perfect balance of tingling and spicinessthe portion was also HUGE and could easily feed two people. " eggplant with garlic sauce ($14.95) // the eggplant was cooked to perfection and went wonderfully with the fresh rice. I will say that the sauce was a lot sweeter and a little more tangy than what I've tried at other spots but this wasn't necessarily a bad thing. -- -- -- honestly, I would definitely come again if I'm craving a delicious chinese meal and you should too! follow me on IG @heatherr.eats for more!! read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - a bowl of stew and a plate of rice - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food: -hot and sour soup: was really good and a lot more spicy than I expected! Had really great flavor -sauteed green beans: the green beans were freshly trimmed and really well salted -spicy sautéed eggplant: one of my go-to dishes at a Chinese restaurant! -spicy cold chicken: I always order this when I come here and it's amazing! It is not as spicy as it looks. It's actually a lot sweeter than expected and the raw onions add a really nice crunch -Environment: the staff were all really nice and the food came very fast. We had a lot of leftovers and they helped us pack it -Price: I wouldn't say the price is a steal but it's not too expensive either read more

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I've been here a few times, always with Chinese students and colleagues from UC Berkeley and it's authentic, spicy, Chengdu food (I've also spent a lot of time in China, having worked there). I think the spicy-ness is toned down a bit as I remember Sichuan food being much hotter in China, but everything is great. boiled fish, mapo tofu, lamb skewers (outstanding), beef noodle soup are all worth ordering I see some comments about service. service in China is a different standard than in western restaurants. it's just a different culture. if you want an authentic, Chinese restaurant experience, don't discount the rating because you have a different opinion of what good service is. concentrate on the food. if you want obsequious service at an "Asian" restaurant, go to P.F. Chang's lol read more

Traditional and very delicious Sichuan food! Especially worth trying for Chinese student in Berkeley! read more

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Ugh. My second home. Chengdu never misses. We're supposed to be on a diet but pop in here like twice a week because we love read more

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Bad quality food for half of the $100 order no service and ask customer for tips before I pay I think she's the boss lady but I still leave 18% tips cuz I always leave good tips but she just lost new customers read more

Always a go-to when my family comes to visit me. Recently called and got takeout from this place (good packaging) and was not disappointed - really enjoyed the food. All dishes are great in portions! In non-COVID times, service was decent. Regarding quality of the food, if you are going for the basic dishes, I would say they're pretty authentic and delicious (eg Mapo Tofu 麻婆豆腐, Water Boiled Beef (in the hot sauce) 水煮牛肉 and Twice Cooked Pork 回锅肉 etc)! My family has always gone for the basic same dishes because.. well we are basic and we know this place doesn't disappoint in these dishes. However, for some dishes here and there, they do miss the mark in authenticity. Orders: - Chengdu-Style Cold Noodles 凉面: MUST GET. My family always gets this dish and the noodles are just so flavorful and delicious! Always the right balance of saltiness vs sourness vs spiciness - Pea Shoots with Garlic 蒜蓉豆苗: Basic non-spicy veggie dish! A lot of oil is put into this dish but that's also what makes this dish good - Cabbage with Spicy and Sour Sauce 酸辣白菜: Basic Sichuan dish. Yum yum! - Sliced Beef with Tofu Pudding 豆花牛肉: Didn't know what I was expecting from the name but would say this is one of my fav dishes of all times. Reminds me of Water Boiled Beef 水煮牛肉 but with just beef and tofu. The beef was very soft and smooth. Tofu was delicious soaked in the sauce Overall, would always come again!! They usually have a lunch special but I don't know if they still have that during COVID. read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - Chengdu Cold Noodles, Sour and Spicy Cabbage, Pea Shoots, Sliced Beef with Tofu Pudding - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

I recently visited this Sichuan restaurant, and it was an incredible experience! The flavors were authentic and bold, with the perfect balance of spiciness that Sichuan cuisine is known for. We tried the Mapo Tofu and Kung Pao Chicken, and both dishes were outstanding - the tofu was silky, and the chicken was tender, with just the right amount of Sichuan peppercorns to give that signature numbing sensation. The service was also great. The staff was friendly and attentive, and they were happy to help us choose dishes. The atmosphere of the restaurant was lively, making it a perfect spot for dining with friends or family. If you're looking for real Sichuan flavors, this place is a must-try! Just a heads-up, the spice level is quite high, but that's exactly what makes the experience so authentic. Highly recommended for Sichuan food lovers! read more

Summary: Surprisingly decent Chinese for the area Details: * I was skeptical of a sub-four rated Chinese restaurant near campus, given that I already think campus restaurants are a bit over-rated, but Chengdu was better than expected (because I fully expected to be disappointed) * While I thought the pickled pepper beef was okay, the girlfriend and mutual friend were big fans * Pork and seafood soup had great flavor, but was too salty * Toothpick lamb was fantastic, with a nice kick, great flavor, and texture, and is alone something I'd come back to eat * Has indoor and outdoor patio seating, with windows and doors kept open Accessibility: While not accessible from the main entrance, you can take a side gate into the YWCA building, and then take the elevator from the main hall up to the top floor, which leads you into the back of Chengdu. Once there, the restaurant itself is quite spacious! read more

Do not order from here! Besides the onion pancakes tasting like overcooked, microwaved chips, the orange chicken tasted like it was frozen and overcooked and had no taste, the garlic shredded chicken tasted like it had a ton of sugar in it. AND ON TOP OF ALL THAT, Found metal from a Brillo pad in the food (see picture). read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

Got a door dash order from here, sichuan boiled fish and the twice cooked pork. Damn that twice cooked pork was to die for! Super flavorful and the veggies were nicely stir fried. The fish I thought was decent but I've had better at other places. Too much oil and not enough flavor imo. Overall a decent place! read more

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I LOVE Chengdu! It is a good staple near campus, and there are always Chinese international students and families eating here, so you know it's good. I've gotten various dishes here on multiple occasions but the must get is the sliced pork with garlic chili oil!! The pork is super tender, and the chili oil is perfectly savory and spicy. I also love the chicken with Mexican chili pepper, griddle cooked fried fish, and scrambled egg with tomato. Everything is so good and well cooked here, and it is a must try!! Beware for the big portions and family style meals. If you pay with cash you'll get free dessert! read more

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Very authentic Sichuan Chinese food! Come here if you are craving spicy Chinese food! Will definitely come again.

They have some fantastic dishes, a Cal student from China first took me here and I've been a fan ever since, especially if you like Sichuan peppers. read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

Very authentic Chinese food. Great service. 非常正宗的川菜。牙签羊肉、麻婆豆腐、水煮鱼都很好吃。老板娘很热情。每天除了点菜还有盒饭，菜品丰富量大实惠。 read more

I didn't have much from this place but the things I did have were tasty- fish soup with pickled vegetable and the glutenous rice cake with brown sugar sauce. I had the soup and bulked it up with rice. It was lightly spiced with white pepper. The pickled vegetables upped the flavor with acidity. I had it for both dinner and breakfast the next day. The rice cake wasn't too sweet which was nice. It was topped with some crushed toasted peanuts. It should be shared with others. read more

If you are craving some classic Chinese food this is the spot to go as it is located conveniently close to campus and has great lunch special deals (8-9 dollars for a BUNCH of food). One factor to consider is definitely quantity over quality. Although the food is decent it is by no means the best in Berkeley or even one of the best Chinese restaurants around the area. That being said, one of my go to orders is the Mapo Tofu, as it is a staple with a twist of numbing Sichuan sauce and chili peppers. I love spicy food so the kick of the spice mixed with a side of rice was a common go to order. Pro tip, I would also try to stay away from the noodle based dishes as they have caused an upset stomach for me on multiple occasions. All in all if you stick to the basics and want to sit down and eat the food is solid and the interior is well lit, and spacious with great service. read more

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I ordered general Tso's chicken, and it wasn't spicy until I realized they gave me orange chicken. It still tasted good, and I ate the whole thing, but I still would have preferred General Tsos chicken. The service was good, although the location was a bit hard to find. Overall, I liked the food, but make sure to double check what they give you when you order. read more

I dropped by on New Years Day with a couple of friends, and we had a good experience dining in. They were quick to seat us upon arrival, and our orders were taken online with the QR code scanning that's found on each table. We ordered the Toothpick Lamb, Double Cooked Pork, and Stir Fried Pea Sprouts. The menu featured a lot of spicy dishes, but there's a good amount of options that are without spice, which was the case for the Double Cooked Pork and Stir Fried Pea Sprouts. Both dishes were seasoned and well-cooked, but I feel like I've had better for the price. I think the Toothpick Lamb was stand-out and my favorite of the three because of the heavy spice seasoning and flavor. The dishes are pretty authentic, but the portion sizes weren't too generous, so it definitely made for a little bit of a pricier meal. Service was great, with waiters constantly refilling tea. Overall, I enjoyed lunch here, but I would definitely recommend doing some research on the menu before ordering because I would echo another reviewer in that the dishes can be hit or miss. read more

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Very quiet on a Saturday night for dinner.Ordered takeout and had it ready very quickly. Fairly dated interior, but quick and prompt service. The chicken stir fry and Sichuan tan tan noodles were a classic from here and always are consistent. Recommend for quick eats, especially if you like spicy food. read more

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Without a doubt, Chengdu ranks in my top 3 Chinese restaurants in the Berkeley area. Overall, it's quite authentic and most of their dishes are consistently delicious. It's a solid place for Chinese take-out for a date night or just for a celebration. Some dishes can be on the spicier side (mala spicy), but I'm sure if you ask, they can adjust the spice level for you accordingly. I've ordered many dishes from here, but my favorites include --stir fried crispy chicken w/ bell pepper: my only complaint is that there's not as much meat as I would like there to be --griddle cooked shrimp w/ pepper --griddle cooked sliced fish w/ pepper --egg w/ shrimp --braised fried home style tofu --stir fried bitter melon: if you've never had this before, I don't recommend this dish. Try if you want to, but it's definitely an acquired taste Honorable mentions: --twice cooked pork slices w/ minced leek --boiled sliced fish in hot sauce --mapo tofu: very authentic --steamed chicken in chili oil: surprisingly good. not many restaurants can pull this dish off --chengdu style beef noodle soup: decent, not the best but will satisfy your Taiwanese noodle cravings --eggplant w/ garlic sauce: chopped into thin rectangles, so the size/shape is a little different compared to the cut/cooked eggplants you think of This looks like to be one of those places where you need to do your research about which dishes to order since some dishes may be a hit or miss from Chengdu. read more

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First time coming here with a coworker who suggested we try out the 50 skewer appetizer. Since it was spring break and we went around 11:15 am, there was only one other occupied table. We decided to order the hot and sour soup since it was a rainy day and the 50 skewer appetizer. The soup was a standard hot and sour soup but a pretty large portion that could definitely have fed more than my friend and I. The 50 skewer appetizer came next. The skewers has one item at the end of each skewer: chicken piece w/bone (Joey said it was a mini chicken wing), cauliflower, bamboo shoot, seaweed, tripe, quail egg and something rolled (maybe raw potato?). All of the skewers were tied together and immersed in a red oil with sesame seeds. The oil wasn't hot despite the red color. We finished the skewers but after awhile everything started tasting similar. I don't think either of us would come back for the skewers but I'm glad I tried it! read more

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CHEFS DO NOT WEAR MASKS DURING COVID-19. Only the cashier is wearing a mask, and he takes it off when there are no customers. Looking into the back of the kitchen, I saw at least two staff workers not wearing any mask at all when preparing food. This is not the first time I have witnessed this. Regarding the food, the food tastes great. I love eating Chengdu style and have been eating it throughout my entire college years at Cal. My favorite is the spicy mapo tofu! read more

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Good location, good prices, some great dishes, and some bad dishes. The portions here are generally good for the prices, and some of the Sichuan dishes on the menu are good. Some dishes here are the best Chinese food near campus I've had so far, but if you don't mind traveling a bit I think Wojia Hunan Cuisine is better. Also, you should keep track of the prices on the menu and double check your bill - I was charged $2 extra for the pea sprouts and didn't notice until I got home. Recommended: -Grilled Whole Fish with Mixed Vegetables ($36.95) - delicious! The fish was tilapia. Not overly spicy and not really numbing, but still really good. It came with wood ear, potatoes, and other mix-ins. I highly recommend taking the leftover peppers back with you after the meal to cook with at home. -Mapo tofu ($9.95 I believe) - good, spicy and numbing. It doesn't contain pork FYI. -Stir fried pea sprouts ($12.95 or $14.95) - nothing spectacular but these were good and fresh. -Boiled sliced fish in hot sauce ($14.95) - pretty good. OK: -Stir-fried pak choy ($9.95) - pretty good but nothing unusual. -Dongpo pork joint ($14.95) - it's ok. The meat is a bit dry. The sauce is very viscous - it formed a solid sheet when I lifted some up with a fork. -Stir fried rice with vegetables ($7.95) - average. A bit too oily. Not recommended: -Braised chicken with potato and green pepper ($18.95) - this is da pan ji (big plate chicken). The serving size is huge (it's enough for at least two people), and it comes with a large amount of noodles underneath. I found it way too salty. However my friend liked it and I often see other tables ordering this, so YMMV. Please don't get: -Tofu with crab egg ($11.95) - on the specials menu. This was awful and bland; I had to add soy sauce and still couldn't finish it. The sauce has a suspicious consistency (very goopy on top and watery on the bottom) and doesn't taste like crab roe. I saw another table also order this and barely touch it. read more

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Chengdu Style is a classic Berkeley establishment across from campus, adjacent to the new Bakar Bioengenuity Hub. I've been here numerous times for dinner, and also picked up a few lunch bentos for $12.99. Overall, the food is quite authentic, although on the eve of Lunar New Year, we waited approximately an hour from sit-down until the food arrived (perhaps due to a large-party buyout of the patio). Nonetheless, here are some reviews for dishes I find myself always ordering. 毛血旺, or Blood Tofu Hotpot: This classic Sichuan dish includes ingredients from sliced beef, enoki mushrooms, beef tripe, bean sprouts, luncheon meat, as well as lotus root. The serving size is generous, and the soup broth contains an ample amount of spices. Toothpick Lamb: very well seasoned and served hot in bite-sized chunks. Perfect for anyone who wants to eat lamb without having to do much work. 口水鸡, or "Mouth-watering chicken." The classic sweet-spicy-and numbing Sichuan-style cold dish is always quickly served, which is a plus whenever dining with hungry and impatient guests. 鱼香茄子 Eggplant is something the UC Berkeley dining halls can't seem to get right these days, but Chengdu Style finds a way to make eggplant with a soft, melt-in-mouth texture. The sauce, somewhat similar to that of the 口水鸡, added a great kick, although we liked that of the chicken dish more. read more

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Good place to get some Chinese food in Berkeley! The flavor of the Malatang was great, and I thought the chicken was solid as well. The prices are pretty reasonable and the portions are very generous. The food is a bit too greasy for my taste, but overall a solid choice! read more

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Solid Sichuan spot. Not the most amazing Sichuan food I've ever had, but reasonably authentic and tasty for good prices. read more

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I was craving some of the classics, and this was one of the few restaurants that had the goods. Showed up on a weekday evening after circling for parking on campus to find the place with plenty of seats to choose from and a minimal staff presence. Sat down and began ordering. FOOD: Spicy wontons. Sauce is solid and the fillings are okay. Wrappers were nothing special. Only a little bit spicy, but honestly thought everything was a bit lacking. Chengdu style cold noodles with garlic sauce. Pretty similar situation with the spicy wontons. Sauce solid, but still a bit lacking for the amount of noodles given. Noodles were okay, still nothing to write about. Boiled sliced fish in hot sauce. Usually my favorite dish, but again, the flavors were lacking. At this point, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the fish, but still, the flavors of the sauce were lacking. Not particularly spicy at all, which is the whole point of this dish. Overall, the food quality was a tad disappointing. I always expect great things from restaurants that look like this, but this time, the service matched the quality. All mediocre. I wouldn't necessarily recommend this place, but if you have the craving, it might work for you. I might have to give it one more shot later though. read more

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This is a great place for authentic Chinese food, especially Szechuan food. The prices are ok compared to the portion sizes, and the food tastes great. The only thing that I didn't quite like was the service, but unfriendly service is pretty standard at Chinese restaurants. My two favorite dishes that I've tried are the double cooked pork and the smoked tea duck. I love anything with pork belly which is why I love the double cooked pork. The pork is super tender and fatty, and it goes well with the semi crispy vegetables. Even though it has jalapeños, it's not spicy at all and it's a great dish to share family style. The smoked tea duck is also really good. Since I'm from Texas, I love smoked meats, and the smoked tea duck has a really strong smokey flavor. The smokiness adds a sweetness and complexity to the tender rich duck meat. The duck also has a really good ratio of fat to meat. If you want to eat at a family style restaurant with authentic Chinese food, I highly recommend coming here. It's not as expensive as some other nice Chinese restaurants, and most of the dishes here have good portion sizes and taste great. read more

From ordering to picking the food, it only took less 15 mins which is surprisingly fast. Ordered duck, fish fillets and veggies. None of them taste ok - they are all bad! The duck is over cooked, the fish tastes like it's been stored in a refrigerator forever, the veggies has some weird sour flavor....... They probably precook the food and microwave it when someone place an order. I used to come here a lot when I was attending Cal because the food was good. Now, it's apparently going downhill. I am not giving it another chance again for sure! read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - BAD - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

2022/09/20 18:00 pretty good Chinese food but everything is a bit too salty and spicy side I've been here twice, and both times were with a bigger group of people (5+). Service is pretty minimal here; just call someone over if you need something. Here are the highlights: - The scrambled egg with tomato was one of my favorites. It's a pretty classic and simple dish, and I just really liked how they soft-scrambled their eggs. The eggs were also slightly sweet. - The smoked tea duck was tasty but salty. - The boiled sliced beef in hot sauce was way too spicy for most people at the table - The kung pao chicken was a crowd favorite; it was a good balance of sweet, salty, and spicy. - They add Sichuan peppercorns to a lot of their dishes, making them numbing. - The braised chicken with taro was really oily, and the taro was just okay. - Order lots of rice! You'll need it for all the salty dishes. read more

Chengdu Style Restaurant - Szechuan Near Me - Berkeley, California

I am crazy about their fish soup with pickled vegetables. Toothpick lamb is also a family favorite. I know I should branch out with this huge menu ... But that fish soup gets me (and I get it) every time. read more

Service is terrible, they don't communicate clearly (we confirmed in Mandarin and English) about price and quantity, and insulted us for "not having common sense" for something clearly overpriced. Food is fine at best. Avoid eating in at all costs! read more