Lao Sze Chuan was an enjoyable dining experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more of the…read moremenu. We visited on a Tuesday, and since it wasn't very busy, the service was attentive and our food came out quickly. We took advantage of one of their daily specials. the Cumin Beef Stir-Fry was half off ($13). It ended up being my favorite dish. The beef was tender and perfectly seasoned. The Tibetan Diced Lamb also had great flavor with a nice balance of spices. The Sichuan Popcorn Chicken, however, wasn't what I expected. It wasn't the traditional Sichuan-style chicken I was hoping for and leaned more on the sweet side, which personally wasn't my favorite. The Flaming Roasted Lamb Leg had a delicious smoky flavor and came with a fun tableside presentation where it was set on fire. That said, the portion was on the smaller side for the price, and I was a little surprised to find what looked like French fries underneath the lamb. The restaurant has plenty of seating, and street parking was easy to find. They don't have a liquor license yet, so it's currently BYOB. There's a liquor store that's a three minute walk away from the restaurant. They also offer tea for $5 with free refills and soda for $2.50 with free refills. I also appreciated that they offer select dishes at half price on certain days of the week, so it's worth checking their specials before you visit. Overall, the food was flavorful, the atmosphere was comfortable, and the daily specials make this a great value. While not every dish was a hit for me, the cumin beef and Tibetan lamb were excellent.

I ordered delivery from Lao Sze Chuan a few months ago, but finally visited in person this past…read moreSaturday and had a very good meal. Lao Sze Chuan is a new-ish (open since January 2025) Sichuan restaurant that took over the space Busboys and Poets used to occupy. It's a huge space, but they did a great job renovating it, and it feels light and bright and modern - very comfortable. It's huge though - so I hope people know it's there and are ordering takeout/delivery or stopping by a for a meal in person! The service was very friendly and very fast, so it's a great spot for an in-person meal, too! Their menu is as large as the restaurant space, so there's something for everyone! They definitely have a lot of Sichuan dishes, but if you're not up for Sichuan, they have some other dishes that might fit the bill: dim sum (plenty of dumplings and buns), lo mein, fried rice, Peking duck, basil eggplant, Mongolian beef, and more... On Saturday at the restaurant, my husband and I shared a pot of white tea and a few dishes: crystal shrimp dumplings; pork soup dumplings; spicy tofu skin strips (shredded tofu skin tossed with Sichuan-style chili oil, peppercorns, and spices for a bold, numbing and spicy flavor); spicy and sour fish fillets (tender fish fillets simmered in a flavorful broth with pickled mustard greens, garlic, and Sichuan spices); a side of white rice for the fish; and red bean paste pumpkin cakes for dessert. When we ordered delivery in February, we shared: vegetable steamed dumplings; Yu-Shiang Eggplant Roll (tender eggplant braised and rolled in a traditional Sichuan Yu-Shiang sauce, offering a perfect balance of sweet, sour, savory, and spicy notes); crispy salty chicken (bite-sized chicken pieces deep-fried and seasoned with basil); salt & pepper pork chops (crispy fried pork chops tossed with onions and jalapeño peppers for a bold and savory flavor); and a side of white rice). I've enjoyed everything we've eaten (although I wouldn't recommend the crispy dishes for delivery for obvious reasons - I can't resist salt & pepper pork chops sometimes even though I know it doesn't travel the best), and I love how broad the menu is. I can't wait to return to try more of their dishes!

I love this place!…read more But it has been closed and dead for at least the last two weeks! Some 3 weeks ago we came by and the food was still wonderful but the server was a clueless teen and the silverware was dirtier than any silverware I've seen.

This was probably the first restaurant I ate at after moving to Federal Hill from Silver Spring…read more The food is outstanding and covers a wide range of cultural mashups. I love the crab burger, dumplings, noodle dishes, really everything. Sharp flavors, unusual combinations or very traditional combinations. The chef is there a lot and he loves introducing new menus like his Latin fusion menu. Some of the fusion dishes seem a little contrived, but most have been wonderful. I am just about to start exploring the tacos. BYOB and IPAs or other heavy beers are best.

We stopped here for a quick lunch. Ordering was easy. The customer service was great as the person…read moretaking orders was patient and able to answer questions about the menu with no issue. I ordered the cold noodles with chicken. It was great. Was a tad messy but good nonetheless. I do wish there were extra vegetables in the bowl. The restaurant was clean and there is complimentary water, utensils and to go containers out if you do not finish your food. I'll def be back.

I was randomly craving a brown sugar boba tea while in the area this weekend so I stopped by Mi &…read moreYu after seeing their sign for boba tea. The inside is small with a few tables. Their menu features ramen, brothless ramen, and other Asian-fusion bowls. Honestly, the food didn't look bad and there seemed to be some gluten free options. However, I only got the boba tea this time around and I was sadly very disappointed. When ordering, there wasn't any option to customize the tea (sugar or ice levels specifically) so when it came out, I was disappointed with the sweetness and the lukewarm temp. I wish there was more ice and less sugar. The boba was also very overcooked and slimy. It didn't have the chewy bounce that boba is supposed to have and it wasn't marinated well either - it didn't taste like brown sugar at all. Just flavorless and mush. I ended up going home and dumping the whole thing over some ice cubes but it still wasn't great. The only upside is that they use dairy-free milk so no need to customize that. But overall, I wouldn't recommend this spot for boba unfortunately.

Bambao keeps getting better! I tried the House Lo Mein, and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly…read morecooked noodles, tender meat, and amazing flavor in every bite. It paired perfectly with an ice-cold Stella Artois. The best surprise is that Bambao now has an upstairs bar, and it's fantastic! They have Stella on draft along with a great selection of other draft beers. It's the perfect place to grab a drink, relax, and enjoy some incredible food. Highly recommend checking it out!

I came here specifically for the honey fried chicken bao and it didn't disappoint. Crispy fried…read morechicken with a delicious sour-sweet sauce. It came with rice and my only complaint was that the salad was less of a salad and more just some lettuce. Would have loved some crispy cabbage to complement the rest of the meal! Take-out service was quick and easy. They even have a few tables for dine-in.

Great old-school Chinese-American food. Extremely friendly…read morefamily owners. Take-out only.

Chow Mein Charlie is a local mom and pop Chinese takeout restaurant. My friend, Jeffery recommended…read morethe chicken and broccoli. I got it medium level spicy with an order of fried rice. It was so good, the veggies were fresh and the sauce was very tasty. They don't give you a ton of meat. However, the food is simple and fresh. The fried rice was amazing, very simple finished with onions and eggs. Prices are still reasonable even though the went up due to inflation.

Jerry D. Yesterday afternoon we ordered takeout from Thai…read moreStreet and were very impressed. We ordered spring rolls, two Pad Thai dishes (one mild and one spicy), and a spicy Panang Curry. Everything was delicious, flavorful, and made with fresh ingredients. The chicken was tender and plentiful, and we even had leftovers--which always taste better the next day! The food was perfectly cooked and still hot when we got home. It had been a while since our last visit, but after this experience we'll definitely be back soon. Thank you for a wonderful meal!

Holy COW. I have tried curries at least 100 different Thai restaurants. Thai Street's green curry…read morewas THE most flavorful curry I have ever had. My only recommendation is to change the small portion of Garlic Chicken and Pork Belly Bowl. Very small for how much you pay. Service was phenomenal. There was a gentleman that was on his first day there. He was extremely kind and helpful. Ambiance is great. The restaurant is located in a food hall and there's plenty of seating between the bar inside and the seating outside. An absolute must if you're in Baltimore city!

Driving by, I was overtaken by a sudden need for bao and pho. IndoViet hit that spot…read more It looks like a mostly hot pot joint, and the tables have those burners on them. But, I wanted pho, so I got that instead. I was a little confused by the menu, as they seem to have combinations and lack the ability to pick and choose the meats, with some of the classics missing. Mine also came out precooked. Still, the soup was very good. I also got a side of bao, which were honestly amazing enough that I would go back just for them. Great little spot, and I'll pop back in soon!

First time trying Pho! It was tasty. I ordered the fried pork dumplings and shrimp pho. I ordered…read moremy shrimp pho with additional spicy flavor. My friend ordered fried chicken wings for an appetizer and as good as they looked, they were not completely cooked. We were all satisfied and fulfilled by our pho. They had an extensive menu and good service. There were only a couple of other tables seated at the time of my visit. But the waitress was friendly.

This was exactly what I needed after all these rainy days. I ordered the crispy tofu, [soup name;…read morechicken] and one of the specials, Khao ka [finish name]. The special was pretty good, but I'm biased towards any form of braised pork fat, lol. The crispy tofu was super crispy and was served with this sweet and spicy sauce. Definitely a sharing sized portion but that didnt stop me from plowing through. My favorite, as always whenever I order Thai, was the soup. Loved the stewed tomatoes and cute little mushrooms. The Thai tea portions here are also generous as long as you dine in. Definitely a higher quality than my usual go-to Thai spot. I will absolutely be coming back. The hostess was very polite and patient with me, especially since I came in on a whim. The inside is very welcoming and makes good use of the small space. I'd recommend dinning in, but it seems that most customers order out. It's a shame, there's an ice-cream shop across the street and is on a stretch of York road that makes for a pretty decent walk.

I've passed this spot hundreds of times because of its unassuming location on a side street. It was…read moredue time to check it out, so I placed a phone order for pickup. The spring rolls were flavorful, albeit a little greasy for our liking. The tofu and eggplant dish was pretty good.