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    Lehman P.

    I don't often write reviews but after eating at Jian's Kitchen, I felt like I needed to write this not only because of the food, but as the restaurant resides in the basement on a bustling street where plenty of other great restaurant are around, I would like to bring more exposure to this cute little spot. I highly recommend the spare rib with salted eggs, one of my favorite dishes and this place does it very authentically. The three tones basil chicken was very flavorful, you would love it if you were a fan of basil. My only complaint was that the portion size was smaller compared to the other Chinese restaurants in the area. Overall, if you are looking to try some authentic Chinese cuisine while in the area, do give this place a try!

    Q3. Hot & Sour Soup

    Always been great when I come here. Got the human pork. Great. Hot and sour soup, I think it was home made.

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    Ken L.

    The new ownership here has replaced Northeastern Kitchen and everything so far is really exceptional. James speaks very good English and the communication/translation between the owner and the customer works well. They are open late enough for me to swing by after work to grab some real authentic Chinese. The liver/kidney and intestines is amazing and perfect spice, the beef stomach mala is amazing, and most of all I like the different steamed fish choices they offer. This is really unheard anywhere else in PGH. I am a fan again! Having the original cook from Northeastern still there makes the deal work! Happy New Year!!

    S21. Grilled Fish Zigong Style
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    The food is good - authentically Chinese. The taste brought instant memories back to our days living in China, so yeah, we missed those tastes of sour, spicy and hot. The 锅包肉is really good, like those in Harbin... the hot plate spicy fish (sorry I forgot it's name on the menu) has only one word - hot! The staff is attentive and service with a smile. It's not a "PF Chang" setup but down a flight of stairs is a quaint experience to locate a restaurant. The interior is simple but conjures up those "corner" treasures used to find back in Shanghai...

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    Food is fresh and tasty, definitely recommended! I have been there for four times in one week!

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