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    4.4 (549 reviews)
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    Hot Fish Sando
    Kianoosh C.

    Came to Daybird for lunch on Saturday to try their fish sandwich after seeing it all over TikTok for forever now. As a fan of the filet o fish, I was excited to try an elevated fish sandwich of similar design. The restaurant is a hot chicken place, but the fish sandwich remains on the menu even though it doesn't appear on the website or physical wall menu. The parking situation was a breeze, with loads of underground parking under the building. This was already a huge relief considering the typical experience when dining in LA. The restaurant was close to empty. I opted for the sandwich without caviar ($20), the addition of which would have added $60 to the price. I also got an order of fries. The sandwich was made right away and fried fresh. The fish stood out as incredibly large for a sandwich, and had a thick and very crispy batter. I wasn't aware that their fish can come seasoned like how they do their chicken, and the cashier recommended me mild which is what I did. The flavor of the mild seasoning was light but added a satisfying heat. The crunch was very good on the fish, and the tartar sauce was very flavorful and clearly high quality and made in-house. I will say that considering the size of the fish, the cheese gets somewhat lost flavor wise. The only other complaint I had was that the fish had a slightly fishy aroma even while frying, and the taste came through in the sandwich as well. It wasn't enough to ruin the taste or the texture much, but I'm sure the fish I had that day wasn't the most fresh. I could actually see how the caviar might fit into the sandwich flavor-wise, but for $60 I think it's definitely nowhere near necessary. If you like fish sandwiches, I'd say give it a shot. I thought it was worth the price/visit.

    Gleicyane G.

    I wasn't in the mood for fried chicken or fish sandwiches, but I'm glad my husband persisted (this one time only lol). I loved it. The chicken Sando was delicious. But the fish sandwich was amazing. My favorite. The fish was excellent but the sauce was the best. It really brought everything together. I want more.

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    Julieann M.

    My brother and I came here before the Dodger game. I love friend chicken and I love me a good sandwich. No lie- this is THE BEST fried chicken sandwich and fried cod sandwich I've ever had. My brother has been here before- he got the fried chicken sandwich with medium heat. It was the perfect heat for someone who likes spice. The pickles and potato salad were a delicious relief to the heat. I ordered the mild spiced cod sandwich. It was a good sense of heat- I'm glad I didn't go spicier. The service was friendly and quick. You order at the counter. The chicken and fish were FRIED TO PERFECTION. There's no seating or bathroom inside but you can stand and eat at the counter. I live in San Clemente but this will be my go to spot for when I'm headed to LA for a game.

    Fries
    Josh A.

    I have been seeing Daybird on Tiktok for years and finally got the chance to try it. Ordered it on UberEATS and it came super quick. Went with the Hot Chicken Sandwich, Fish Sandwich, and some fries. The Hot Chicken Sandwich was delicious. It had an asian twist with what tasted like Sichuan peppers which makes it standout from other places that sell hot chicken. The Fish sandwich was probably the best i've ever had. It's basically a gourmet version of a Filet O Fish in the best way possible. Definitely recommend Daybird!

    Hot Chicken Sando
    Andrea G.

    Small restaurant, definitely more set up to grab and go. Workers were friendly and efficient. Sandos took about 10 minutes from ordering to completion. The chicken was crispy and delicious. The heat level for Hot was pleasantly belly warming. The slaw was crisp and a wonderful accompaniment for the hot chicken.

    Alex K.

    The sandwiches were fat af. The chicken sandwich was around $16 and fish $20. They were super fresh and crispy. Overall worth trying once around the area.

    Raymond M.

    Hands down the best fish sando I've ever had. It's like the Megan Fox of filet o fish. Soft bun, thick piece of cod, amazing tartar sauce. The slim reaper at the counter was very friendly. I gotta come back for the chicken sando next time.

    Simple menu
    Ngoc T.

    This place is tiny and easy to miss, as there is only a chicken symbol on the billboard. It feels more like a fast-food joint because there are fewer than four seats, and most customers order to-go. In my opinion, they have the best Sichuan chicken sandwich; however, it is on the pricier side at $16 for the sandwich alone, without fries. I also tried the hot cod sandwich for $20, and the fish was fresh and packed with flavor, though I still prefer the chicken sandwich. The chicken is moist and juicy and the szechuan seasoning is flavorful. I wish they were open longer, as their hours are limited to 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and they are also closed on Tuesdays. If they extended their hours and lowered the price slightly, I would probably get this sandwich weekly. The seasoning in the chicken batter is addictive--I still crave it from time to time.

    Queena T.

    We came all the way to LA to have the sandwiches from Daybird. It was delicious. Definitely. Must try the chicken sando. And we also got the fish sandwiches. The prices are on the high side and parking is tight. Especially when it's busy. It's tough to get in and out of the parking lot. It's a place where you buy to go rather than stay and eat. There's no where to really sit due to the limited space. If it isn't busy then you can stand at the counter area to eat for a bit. It is delicious though. Must try. If we're in the area we'll be back for the sandwiches again

    Ariana M.

    So good. I'm always down for fried chicken. We came here instead of a *popular competitor* because the wait there was crazy long. The parking lot here is small, but we found a spot easily right in front of the door. Minutes later, we already ordered. Our food came out in about 10 minutes and it was piping hot. The interior is simple and there is nowhere to sit, it's more of a to-go spot. There's a counter where you can stand in front of to enjoy your meal. My boyfriend ordered the szechuan chicken sandwich and I just ordered tenders because I wasn't that hungry. Both were nicely seasoned and so tender. I highly recommend this spot to all fried chicken lovers!

    Chicken and fries
    Attosa C.

    My friend and I came here before an event to grab a meal. First thing to note, parking lot is a little bit small but there's a downstairs lot that's kind of hidden. Second thing to note, there's barely any seating in here, but there are counters if you don't mind standing with your food. Third thing to note, this place serves extremely super spicy chicken. They offer no spice, mild, hot, extra hot. We ordered mild and it made us cry; way too spicy. Yes, it was delicious, but it was nearly inedible. Their sauces were good. Fries were decent. Employees not the friendliest.

    Szechuan Hot Chicken Sando
    Marlo Y.

    I saw an Instagram reel claiming this place had the best chicken sandwiches in LA, so I had to try it for myself. The shop is small -- more of a grab-and-go type spot -- but it was clean and organized, with a steady flow of customers picking up food. Service was good and efficient. Nothing particularly notable, but everything ran smoothly, and my order came out pretty quickly. I ordered the Szechuan Hot Chicken Sando and a Hong Kong milk tea. The sandwich was honestly amazing -- crispy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. Definitely one of the better chicken sandwiches I've had in the area. The milk tea, on the other hand, was pretty standard and not particularly memorable, but it paired well with the food. Overall, I'd definitely come back to try more items on the menu. It's a little pricey, but for the quality and taste, I'd say it's worth it if you're in the mood for a flavorful, spicy chicken sandwich that lives up to the hype.

    Szechuan Chicken Sando and Hot Cod Sando
    Theresa D.

    I was told these were better than Howlin Ray's and I agree! I only got mild for both the chicken sando and cod sando but could definitely go for spicier next time. It is a bit pricey but worth trying out. Service was quick and friendly. I love how they give out wet towels! The place is very simple with no tables and chairs, just a bar against the wall.

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    What type of fish is used in the fried fish sandwich?

    If I'm not mistaken, I believe it's cod. But it's a big special cut piece. I'm not exaggerating when I said it was 3-4 inches thick. Maybe bigger.

    White meat or dark meat for the chicken sando?

    White meat, very juicy. Delicious!

    Are they all Spicy?

    No. You can order with no spice (just normal fried chicken), mild, medium, hot or super hot.

    Is there onsite dining?

    You just put your meal on a ledge or ground and eat.

    Does Daybird fry their chicken in peanut oil? Asking for allergy reasons

    Their website clearly states that all of their chicken is fried in rice bran oil.

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    Sichuan Impression - Tea at Sichuan Impression

    Sichuan Impression

    4.0(945 reviews)
    9.2 miWestwood
    $$
    Locally sourced ingredients
    6 years in business

    The service was good. You'll just have to flag them if you need something. They were all helpful…read moreand nice. Food wise - everything we ordered was great. The cumin lamb was flavorful and spicy. The Mao Cai was spicy, full of meat and the broth was tasty. The boiled fish was my second favorite - spicy and fish was not overcooked. The fried intestines were really great! The shrimp fried rice is ok. I wanted either a whole fish or a whole crab but they ran out - on a Saturday night. They have a good Asian beer selection. $35 for corkage. $6 valet parking with validation. Free for 1 hour only with validation. It's a very casual place. Clean.

    My fav: wontons in chili oil, tea smoked pork ribs -- phenomenal, and my best pick so far is…read moreLeshan's Qiaojiao beef soup -- especially very comforting on a chil winter day I prefer the Alhambra's location over this Westwood one, because it looks more modern, with a vibrant design and a cozy vibe. It also appeared to me that the food tasted slightly better at the Alhambra location, but that may very well have been my bias. The restaurant workers looked more organized vs this location that has more of a traditional Chinese vibe, slightly tired building, not particularly clean, service feels a bit rushed and sloppy. We went there for Thanksgiving Dinner and it wasn't packed but we went at the opening time and the people kept coming. 90% looked Chinese which also speaks for the authenticity.

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    Wonton in chili oil 红油抄手

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    Sichuan Impression - Tea Smoked Pork Ribs

    Sichuan Impression

    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    9.0 mi
    $$
    7 years in business
    Speaks Mandarin

    Really delicious chinese restaurant!…read more Never heard of this place and tried it out based on high yelp reviews. Located on Main Street in Alhambra, there's tons of delicious restaurants like Sichuan impression. Parking was simple, the parking structure is in the same building as the restaurant. To order your food, you scan the QR code at your table and order everything through your phone.I honestly would love to get a physical menu with photos and an employee taking my order. I would like human interaction. Ordered the stir fry dry green beans, tea smoked pork ribs, wonton in chili oil, and beef noodle soup. Everything tasted so fresh and delicious! I would reorder everything! The pork ribs were perfect texture and flavor! Interior is beautiful, food is delicious and looks beautiful as well. Staff was very friendly although not so attentive. I would definitely come back!

    My friends and I came to Swan impression on a Sunday night around 7:30 PM. They were still pretty…read morebusy during this time and I was not surprised by it. We've been at their location in Tustin and I heard this one was better than that location I was really excited about it. Teson is really good too, so I had a pretty good expectation on this location. Upon arrival, we were immediately seated by the staff member and she was pretty efficient and on top of things. I have attached here, but the ambience is pretty lively, but also not too loud. It was an enjoyable experience where you can talk with each other and be able to hear one another. At the same time, they had a clean and classy decor to their interior design. We ordered the stirfry lamb with cumin, shredded potato, and the chili oil fish fillet. The Lamb - 5/5 was perfectly cooked and seasoned with a very nice heat to it. Be careful because this is not for those sensitive to spicy food, but if you do like spicy, this has such a nice kick to it. The shredded potato - 5/5 one of my favorite dishes to substitute for the rice. Don't be deceived by how it looks. It definitely has a kick and can numb your mouth; however, you can still taste the pickled flavor in each bite. The chilli oil fish - 5/5 one of my most favorite dishes from both locations. Although the spiciest of the dishes, you taste the flavor through each bite. The dish is perfectly cooked and just dissolves in your mouth. Overall I am extremely satisfied with our visit and recommend coming here if you're ever in the area!!

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    Boiled Fish with Ratton Pepper

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    Juicy Steamed Chicken in Chili Sauce

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    Xiang La Hui香辣汇 - Spicy Roasted Fish w/Red Pepper

    Xiang La Hui香辣汇

    4.2(357 reviews)
    8.8 mi
    $$

    Yum! We were actually on our way to another sichuan food restaurant close by and drove by this…read moreplace and decided to give it a shot. I'm so glad we did! Most of the food here is delicious and authentic, and it definitely has more of a homey feel. We got the mapo tofu (delicious), wonton in chilli oil (delicious), golden corn (basically deep fried corn with salted egg) was the surprising standout, and deep fried intestines/ offal was good too. The happy chicken was a tad on the dry side, will skip. The pork belly dish was good too and a nice respite from the stinging heat of all the dishes. Don't get me wrong, the spice was strong, but in a good way. Ordering is done via QR code and service was quick. Great option for a quick meal!

    Since I no longer truly reside in the 626 on a permanent basis, my search for new Asian restaurants…read moreputs me in many areas to find the latest delicious food venues, and Xiang La Hui is one of them. This place is not for the faint of heart, if you're afraid of spicy food. However, if you're adventurous and like a little kick to your dishes , this is the place to be. I did ask for my kung pao chicken to be less spicy, but I ordered the Dan Dan noodles to be regular spicy, and it was quite delicious. The noodles had the requisite springiness in its bite. The Jamaican lady sitting at the next tables shared a spicy Tin Foil pork rib with me, it was also delicious. She also recommended the Happy Chicken dish. Finding out the best dishes is easy, if you manage to talk to the regular customers. Generally, it's really hard to find people like me who occasionally like to adventure out for spicy food, but this place hits the spot when you have a dried chili craving. It's a good restaurant to bring your good friends, there are several large round tables available, several rectangular tables with booth seats or chairs, and the portions are very good for sharing. There is parking lot located at the back of the restaurant, and also some limited street parking. In the dining area, there's a mounted television showing you the chefs who are cooking Szechuan dishes, twirling around the red dried chilis in the wok pan, dishing out the food, and you see people enjoying and eating the food, great entertainment if you're eating by yourself. Do check out this restaurant when a craving for delicious spicy food comes upon you, this place won't disappoint you!

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    Xiang La Hui香辣汇 - Kung fu boiled beef

    Kung fu boiled beef

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    Grilled lamb chop

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    Yang Chow - Shrimp fried rice

    Yang Chow

    4.0(3.7k reviews)
    2.9 miChinatown
    $$

    Soup was good and service was very fast, food was delicious. Me and my friends left there very fat.read more

    I recently ate at Yang Chow in Pasadena, so I was pleasantly surprised that my coworkers wanted to…read morego to the original location in Chinatown. We had two orders of slippery shrimp, kung pao chicken, eggplants with hot and spicy garlic sauce, juicy steamed dumplings, and pork fried rice. Overall, both restaurants in Chinatown and Pasadena provide great food quality. The ambience was cozy with dim lighting. Our round table had a wooden rotating tray. They have pictures of celebrities and politicians who've visited their restaurant. Service was relatively quick, but there was a 20-minute wait for the dumplings. Valet parking can get difficult when the lot gets full. A few cars entering the narrow driveway had to reverse out of the way to let others leave. The kung pao chicken was very tasty with a good amount of spice. I noticed that the slippery shrimp didn't taste as spicy as the portion from Pasadena. Reviews say that the spice is adjustable. Regardless. it tasted great as it came right off the pan. The pork fried rice was delicious with a savory flavor that didn't seem overpowering. I thought the juicy steamed dumplings were the weakest dish out of our whole order. There wasn't enough flavor and heat from the broth. I didn't try much of the eggplants, but they tasted adequate for me.

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    Yang chow fried rice

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    Mala Class - Dan Dan Noodles

    Mala Class

    4.6(174 reviews)
    6.2 miHighland Park
    $$

    Truly delightful dinner experience here. I hadn't had Szechuan food in a while so I only had vague…read morerecollections. But, everything I tried here was quite good. I shared several smaller plates with my friends, including the mushroom fries, Dan Dan noodles, Szechuan salad, and the dry pepper fried tofu. Everything was well-flavored and with the right amount of seasoning. I especially appreciated the tofu texture: the exterior was nice and crispy and the inside soft but not soggy/too moist. I am usually not a fan of Dan Dan noodles but these were surprisingly light and easy to eat. The noodles were well-prepared and flavor was good without it feeling heavy with excess oils. Salad and mushrooms were on point as well. Staff were nice, service fast, and the inside was nice ambiance / seating. I'll definitely be by again in the future.

    My friend had tried this spot a few times--he lives a bit closer--and he recommended it as a…read morereasonably priced place to try for our weekly dinner. So off we went, trying to get there on the early side, as it's small (25 seats) and we'd heard it can fill up quickly. We arrived somewhere around 5:45 and were one of only two tables, but maybe a half-hour later it was completely full. The staff is super friendly, the ambiance is cozy and clean, and I like that the spice levels can be adjusted. We opted for the cucumber salad, dan dan noodles, dumplings in chili oil and the mapo tofu (which my friend wanted to try, since he hadn't yet). Food came out quickly, and while I realize that's not uncommon, I wouldn't have minded just a little more spacing. Still, it wasn't so quick to be a problem. My favorite items were the dan dan noodles, which were addictively delicious, and the dumplings in chili oil, which are longer and flatter than some and more flavorful than most. The cucumber salad was also excellent and a nice palate cleanser between other items. I was probably a little less enamored of the mapo tofu. It was good but not quite at the level of the other dishes for me. I still remember the mapo tofu served at the late, great Ricebox in DTLA, and theirs had much more flavor punch. But all in all, Mala Class was excellent, and I'd be happy to return to try more of the menu (and maybe repeat a few faves!).

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    Mala Class - Inside

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    Mala Class - Cucumber salad with bean curd.

    Cucumber salad with bean curd.

    Mala Class - Mala Wings with dry pepper rub, Szechuan peppercorn, drizzle of sweet soy

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    Mala Wings with dry pepper rub, Szechuan peppercorn, drizzle of sweet soy

    Chengdu Taste - Red chili chicken and veggie skewers- Yum!

    Chengdu Taste

    3.7(1k reviews)
    8.8 mi
    $$

    I revisited during the week for lunch before they close at 2:30PM…read more For two people, we asked for two bowls of rice, but they brought out a red rice bin with lid. We ended up having leftover rice, and they let us pack it home. Farmer style pork Beef dry pot Boiled Fish with tofu (fish filet, not snakehead) The food is just as good as I remembered. This time the server lady didn't speak English. She offered cold vermicelli or cold noodles on the house for spending $50+. I opted for noodles, which had some cooked bean sprouts. They came to our table to collect payment on their iPad, so I used Apple Pay.

    I called in beforehand at 5 o'clock to ask for the wait time - the server is happily made me a…read morereservation for 530 just in case there was a wait. As my family and I arrived for dinner, we were seated right away. Between the four of us, we ordered five dishes (forgive me I do not have all the names listed on the top of my head)- mapo tofu, string beans, broiled fish, garlic chicken, & spicy bite sized chicken! Each dish was absolutely delicious. If you like spicy food - it was a great balance between numbing and spice. The service was absolutely amazing as well - they always insured that our tea pot was refilled, and that we were tended to. As the check came, our servers kindly wrapped up our food for us! We'll definitely be back next time

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    Their achievements certificate

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    12/20/2025: Ma Po Tofu / 麻婆豆腐

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    Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant - Holiday Set Menu 599 (Pre Order Required)

    Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant

    3.5(1.4k reviews)
    7.7 miCentury City
    $$
    Discounts available
    Takes reservations

    I went here today for lunch with my girlfriend at around 1:30 p.m. The restaurant looked clean,…read moremodern, and wasn't busy at all. Customer Service: (5/5) The waiter was very nice throughout. She was very endearing as she talked to my girlfriend in chinese and also kind to me when speaking in english. When asked about dishes and proportions, she was very knowledgeable and honest. Food: (4.5/5) We ordered the Mapo Tofu and Meizhou Special Fried Rice with chicken. The food came out within 10 minutes and the portions, as I saw on previous reviews, were generous enough for us to share and be full. The Mapo Tofu came out on a hot ceramic bowl. It wasn't as spicy as I thought, not overly spicy but just enough where you get that numbing kind of sensation in your mouth that leaves you wanting more. The beef wasn't like the ground beef you see in other mapo tofu, but more of chunkier pieces which I wasn't a big fan of as it didn't seem spread evenly. The Meizhou Special Fried Rice with chicken was probably one of the best fried rice dishes I've ever had. You can tell it was made from a wok and the flavors were just incredible. The chicken seemed to have been friend separately and added on top afterwards but the saltiness of the chicken didn't take away from the fried rice at all. Instead, it added to the flavor and made it all so enjoyable. For the ultimate experience, I'd recommend eating both together to maximize your palette!

    The Peking duck is still the reason to come, but nearly everything around hasn't kept pace with the…read morecompetition. The space feels worn -- menus tattered, décor dated, the whole interior overdue for a refresh. For a restaurant positioning itself at the higher end of Chinese dining, Meizhou Dongpo is sleeping on the finer details. No complimentary tea service, and rather than offering a pot for the table, they serve individual tea by the mug -- a comically oversized Western mug at that. Chopsticks arrive without spoons, and when you ask for one, you get silverware instead of the porcelain you'd expect at Chinese restaurant. The Peking duck accoutrements came with a little plastic spoon on the tray. Small things, but they add up.The fried rice was a letdown too and looked nothing like the menu photo. Spots like Din Tai Fung and Lunasia Signature are operating at a different level and the gap shows. Meizhou Dongpo has the bones of a great Chinese restaurant. The duck alone proves it. But until they invest in the experience around the food, it's hard to recommend at this price point.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    Meizhou Dongpo Restaurant - Holiday Set Menu 688 (Pre Order Required)

    Holiday Set Menu 688 (Pre Order Required)

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    Premium 888 Holiday Feast (Pre Order Required)

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    Sichuan Street Food - stir fried celtuce

    Sichuan Street Food

    4.5(101 reviews)
    10.2 mi
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    I've been coming here at least once a week for the past five months, and this place continues to…read moreimpress every single time. The service is consistently great... attentive, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. Fair warning for anyone new to Sichuan cuisine, the dominant flavor is "spicy". That said, the dishes are not just about heat... they're layered, aromatic, and incredibly well-balanced. Every dish I've tried has been outstanding, both in flavor and presentation. If you're a fan of bold, authentic flavors and reliable service, this spot is definitely worth visiting. Tip - If you're new to the cuisine, I strongly recommend getting everything MILD spicy. I've been told by some of my colleagues that MILD spicy is still pretty spicy, so be warned. With that said, strongly recommend the dishes below. Lamb with Cumin 11/10 - My favorite dish here by far. Aromatic, flavorful, and the spices are just on point. Dan Dan Noodles 9/10 - Solid and consistently good. The sauce is properly seasoned and truly compliments the perfectly cooked noodles. Shredded Cabbage with Pork 9/10 - Not to be confused with twice cooked pork. This dish is so simple and bland looking, but it's packed with flavor... so good! Garlic Pork Belly 8/10 - This is a cold dish. The meat was perfectly cooked and properly coated in chili oil. Solid and consistently good. Kung Pao Chicken 8/10 - In my opinion, it's an elevated Kung Pao Chicken. Solid and consistently good.

    This place is crazy good. When you think of Szechuan food you're probably thinking SPICE, but you…read morecan adjust the heat of most of the dishes here so you're not frying your tongue off. It can get really busy, though, so expect to wait or just call in your order and take your food to go. I recommend the soy sauce tofu with beef dish. It's fire. Massive W. Gen Z words. Good.

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