Great selection, Fantastic flavors. Highly recommended. Great location. Attentive service. Clean, neat, quick.

Tasty! I think it's bold to name your restaurant "The Best Sichuan" when there's so many other Sichuan places in NYC. Judging by the menu photos, this used to be called Mala House? Anyways, I can't get Sichuan food where I live, so I try to take advantage whenever I travel to bigger cities with more culinary diversity. I also happened to be here with someone who doesn't eat meat, so sadly I couldn't try their Spicy Beef Noodle Soup, which I would glady come back for. I did like the Fish Dry Pot dish. The Seafood Soup was alright, not as memorable. I'm grateful we were seated immediately, and service was quick. Lots more I would like to try! read more

The Best Sichuan - Fish Dry Pot - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Walked in with a group of 6 on a sunday evening around 7 PM, and were seated immediately. The staff were very quick to take our order and bring out our food, and were constantly refilling our waters throughout the evening. They were also very kind and constantly smiling at us. Food itself had pretty good flavors, but was pretty oily. It also wasn't as spicy or numbing as I'd expect from a Sichuan spot. However, if you're looking for a quick and easy spot for a big group dinner around flatiron, I would recommend this restaurant. read more

Pretty disappointing order. Was looking forward for some genuinely spicy sichuan flavors, but everything was incredibly bland. Even the chili oil barely had any kick. And it wasn't just the spice level that was lacking, but sodium as well - the black bean shrimp and mapo tofu were just really under seasoned and the mushrooms in the black bean dish weren't cooked all the way through and were inedible. The hot and sour soup had a very small amount of tofu and egg, and only a small bit of bamboo shoots and two mushrooms. Unfortunately cannot recommend this spot. read more

Dangerous - Nearly choked on a piece of metal in the chicken (see pic). Not quite sure how metal ends up in the chicken, this was a new one for me. read more

The Best Sichuan - Chicken and 4. Broccoli with Chicken/Beef/Shrimp芥兰类 - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Although the staff, prices, and portions are great, these rice noodles were extremely plain! Zero seasoning/flavor. Definitely on me, should probably order something else :) read more

The Best Sichuan - Rice noodle with Chicken - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Excellent restaurant in the Gramercy Park area with likely the best Chinese food I have eaten all year. Started off with wonton soup, ordered the Black Bean Chicken (salty, not spicy, but excellent flavor) along with white rice and Green Tea. They did charge for the rice and tea but the food was so good I did not mind. Will definitely return here on my next visit to NYC. read more

Great little hidden gem for spicy Chinese. We had good service, no reservation needed, in a casual environment with really good food. Recommend the hot pot and string beans. read more

Nice Szechuan restaurant that gets busy fast! I have never seen restaurant workers move as quickly and efficiently as the ones there. I appreciated that despite running around to take orders, clear tables, and seat guests, the servers were attentive and friendly to us. We ordered fish dry hot pot, dry fried green beans, and shredded potatoes. The dry fish pot was delicious and the green beans were nice and crunchy. I would've liked the shredded potatoes to be a tinge more vinegary but it was fine. I'd definitely come back and I recommend it! read more

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I came here for a quick lunch on a weekday and I took advantage of that by ordering from the weekday only lunch special menu. I chose Mapo Tofu with brown rice and spring rolls. The spring rolls were tiny but very good. Mapo Tofu had a lot of Sichuan pepper on top and tasted pretty authentic and good too. I was impressed with the table arrangements for the solo diners like myself - one small table and one chair. My server had a nice friendly smile and I thought that was nice . read more

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I stopped here for lunch with my co-worker. its a Spacious restaurant and its very clean. The service was friendly and attentive. We ordered off the lunch special menu. I got the dry pepper chicken and he got the sesame chicken. Mine came with a egg drop soup and he got the spring roll. The dry pepper chicken was very good and very spicy, hence the name. It had jalapeños and dry chillies all over. It was heavy on the flavor and heat. But I don't mind that at all. I ate it with white rice. I would defi6get it again. My coworker said his sesame chicken was ok. He mentioned it was a bit dry but I did not taste it. So I can't give my opinion it. Over all I would go back and try some more of there dishes. read more

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Good place to go with a big group! We came in on a Wednesday evening with a group with about 10 people and were seated immediately. Wide variety of typical Chinese dishes/Szechuan dishes. Everything was delicious and service was fast. I think it also ended up being pretty cheap because we did family style. Would recommend if you want something quick and solid for a big group. read more

The Best Sichuan - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

I came around noon on Friday, the place was almost empty. More people trickled in but there were many empty tables left. I ordered the dry pepper chicken lunch special. It was a good deal since for $12.95 it came with soup, a good amount of chicken, and rice. Both the soup and chicken were delicious. The restaurant isn't upscale, but it's clean and modern. The waitress worked fast but still refilled my water (unlike typical Asian establishments). read more

The Best Sichuan - Dry pepper chicken lunch special - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

As I ordered ahead takeout tonight to be delivered, it came 45 minutes early. I was in the shower and the man came into my apartment refusing to leave the inside of my apartment harassing my roommate for over 5 minutes for a tip when I had left a tip online. Food was not right order with no sauce, just noodles in oil. read more

Food is 4/5. Good flavor. I enjoyed the dry pot. The pepper chicken is a bit too oily. The mutton is very hard to chew. We likely won't come back again. read more

The Best Sichuan - 5. Dry Pepper Style Chicken Dry Pot Style with fish Cumin Style mutton - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Food: sooo good! Honestly nothing missed. My favorite was the wonton in chili oil because they add vinegar so the sauce is slightly sour. We also got pea shoots and green beans which were also good. Service: 10/10 the servers kept coming to top off our waters and asked us how we were doing Ambiance: pretty normal for an Asian restaurant nothing amazing. I would definitely come back again! read more

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I went to Mala House for a late night bite with a friend and it didn't disappoint. We had the Szechuan dan noodles and dry pot Chicken. I forgot that I went here before and enjoyed it a lot, but luckily was reminded the second time around. I will be honest and say I've had better dan dan noodles (cue Han Dynasty) but the dry pot was quite tasty. All in all, I'd definitely go back again. read more

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We went here for a quick Saturday night dinner and ended up pretty satisfied with the meal. This place seems pretty well known for their ma la xiang guo (dry hot pot) and we got the one with mutton. The meat was really tender and the flavor was excellent, with a good amount of heat mixed with a touch of numbing from the Szechuan peppercorn. We also got the dry pepper chicken which seems like their rendition of a chongqing fried chicken and it also was pretty good, with tender crispy chicken and plenty of heat from fried peppers and jalapeños. The meal overall was around $60 after tax and tip which isn't bad for the area. Definitely would come back again if I'm craving Sichuan food near Flatiron. read more

The Best Sichuan - Mutton Dry Pot Style - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Good flavor and cooked well but nothing was actually SPICY- even the dry pot that has a 3 pepper heat level. I was disappointed the ma la wasn't as strong as I had hoped for. read more

Visiting from Houston... Just wow! Braised beef noodle soup and orange chicken were delicious. Fast service, super friendly. We will be back! read more

Food is pretty good and our waitress was very nice. It's definitely a bit pricy but I suppose that comes with the territory, maybe slightly more to be desired when paying $30 per person but overall good. read more

Actually really good!! Def get the spicy wontons, dry pot, and I think we got some fried chicken. Very flavorful and deep :) service was great & it's nothing boujee in terms of ambiance but good for a quick dinner with friends. read more

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We ordered in and I must say I was quite pleased. We ordered lamb with cumin (mutton), ma po tofu (my favorite), dried strignbeans (delicious), and General Tso's chicken. It comes with rice as well. I have to say it was delicious and I'm very picky about my Chinese food. They delivered it very quickly which was great. Very nice sized portions which was great. We definitely had leftovers which was very nice for another meal - give them a try - I promise you will be happy. read more

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Good food and great service. I picked up a lunch order here that I submitted via Yelp. I got a confirmation but the restaurant never got the order. With in just a few minutes the staff had it sorted, even with out the order, and got me my food so I could get back to work. I got a call later from Yelp that the order went through delayed and we got everything squared away, meaning the resto trusted that I'd paid upfront and risked their own money to make sure I got on my way quickly. Stellar support. And to boot, the food was good too. I got the mapo tofu extra spicy, and the egg drop soup (which left me wanting more, just like egg drop soup should). Inside the place is pretty casual, quiet, and not too big. I'd probably get food from here again. read more

That chili oil wontons were tooo good. I was skeptical about the place, given the juxtaposition of the zen music and classy interior against the flaming messy spicy food we were about to eat. The wontons proved me wrong though. They were only slightly spicy for my low tolerance, and the skin was so smooth and smooth. I do wish there was more filling though. The Beef Dry Pot Style was presented HOT on a wok. So the food was kept warm throughout the experience. The beef was tender, and slightly fried a bit. Not sure if it worked in the dry pot though. There also wasn't enough variety of ingredients or amount. The service was great, and food was authentic enough for Manhattan's standards. read more

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We stumbled upon this restaurant after a strenuous morning, and we were pleasantly surprised by how good the food was here. While the price seems expensive, the quantity makes up for it! 3 people can easily be full from 2 entrees and a few sides of rice. The first dish that blew me away was their eggplant and garlic sauce. Now, I've had this at many locations, however, it has never been as good as it was here. The eggplants are roasted and broiled, perfectly, giving it a little bit of a harder bite than the usual soft eggplant elsewhere. The other part was their sauce, which was absolutely flavorful, garlicky, and thick. The second dish was the vegetable dry pot. This dish is made with a Szechuan paste and several cruciferous vegetables. This mouth numbing dish has incredible flavor, and the crunchiness of the veggies paired with the fresh rice is an excellent combination. The staff were pretty attentive as well, which led to an overall pleasant experience. The one thing I wish they would improve is seating people. When they are not busy, they still put all the people together rather than spacing them out. The restaurant was pretty empty, however, everyone that came in got seated at tables right next to us. Being a small restaurant, I would ask that staff seat people apart to allow for a better experience, unless they are incredibly busy. There were only five groups in the restaurant when we were there, and all being in the same corner made it feel a little clustered. read more

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Unassuming authentic spot serving up some pretty nice dan dan noodles! They packed a spice and bit of nuttiness. Love to be back and try the dumplings. read more

We'll, crap. We've been sleeping on this joint. It's been around for over a year and I haven't even noticed it when searching for Szechuan in and around our neighborhoods. Regardless, I'm glad we finally stopped in, because it's an easy addition to our mala rotation. As others have noted, the service here is exceptional. We were promptly greeted and seated (which wasn't a problem, given the place was dead empty on a frigid late-February Monday evening). Everyone was super attentive and multiple servers checked in on us throughout our meal. Empty plates were whisked away within moments and my water glass never fell below half empty. I would've been concerned about potential overstaffing issues if not for the fact that--during our hour-ish meal--we probably saw two dozen takeout and delivery orders also get handled. Clearly, they're not slow on the to-go business. As far as cuisine goes, we never order Szechuan without trying the dan dan noodles and Mala House's are classic. Their price point is slightly lower than many of their competitors and the portion size is generous. In fact, the theme of our meal was unexpectedly sizable portions. The same held true of their wontons in chili oil and our scallion style beef. Between two sturdy six-foot (give or take a few inches) guys, we barely polished off those three dishes. Upon leaving, we were both heartily satisfied without feeling grossly full. Mala House isn't short on competitors within a 10- or 15-block radius; as a more casual cousin to the likes of CHILI, Café China, or Han Dynasty, it confidently holds its own. read more

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Lucky for us, the appetite for and familiarity of Szechuan food is as strong as it was for Cantonese food in past decades such that everywhere you look in NY, a new Szechuan restaurant seems to open up. Mala House is a lot less glamorous than many of the buzzier ones opening in the city, but the flavors don't lie and they have a solid lunch special. That's important in Flatiron, where at least some percentage of office workers are back. It was during one of my days in the office that I stopped in for a quick lunch. The restaurant is somewhat small but it feels like a mostly takeout operation so we easily sat at one of their empty tables. Service was prompt and thankfully their kitchen is speedy. We enjoyed the fish fillet with silky tofu which had just a hint of spice and lots of flavor that went so well with a bowl of hot rice. Similarly the mapo tofu was the perfect complement to a bowl of white rice, this time with punchier, tongue numbing peppercorns. The food overall was tasty though oilier and saltier than I would've preferred. If you're in the area you could do worse than enjoying a hearty feast here. read more

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We cane here last night around 7:30 Saturday looking for a nearby Chines Sichuan restaurant and were totally surprised with the menu and very generous portions: steamed shrimp dumplings, wonton soup, chicken Lo Mein, Fried Duck and and a mushroom vegetable dish. Attentive staff, very reasonable prices and when we entered, it was almost a full house. No reservations are needed but we did so anyway. We look forward to going back when the Sichuan craving next comes about read more

Solid mala place that didn't have any wait on a Friday night. Everything was delicious and affordable for NYC standards. Really recommend dropping by for a visit! read more

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I came here for a quick solo lunch on a weekday. The lunch special is $12.95 or $13.95 depending on what you get. I got the fish fillet with black bean sauce which was $13.95 I appreciated that the dish came with onions and bell peppers for that full meal experience, though they were on the crunchier side. The fish was plentiful and tender, with good flavor from the black beans. I struggled to finish everything so the portion size is definitely good! The hot and sour soup was a bit more sour and less savory than I would've liked, but it was still good. Overall the service was quick and cordial. They have small tables for solo diners which is very nice! I would come here again if I'm in the area and need a quick bite to eat. read more

The Best Sichuan - Hot and sour soup - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Came because it was highly rated & was very underwhelming... average/sub-average Chinese restaurant on the basis of food, service, & price... decor is above average but not high. read more

The soup during lunch is good. Main dishes are fresh and taste great. Service is excellent. read more

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Very well executed food and attentive, thoughtful service. Thank you Sophia! A friend of mine from Taiwan always ordered a simple dish when he first ate at a restaurant. In my case, shredded beef with green peppers . It was prepared with great balance between the beef and the peppers. A soft amount of spice, even a slight sweetness. And just the right amount for lunch, verging on too much. As an example of the attentive service, they provide a carafe of ice water with a slice of lemon, so you can always refill your glass. Will be coming back. read more

The lunch specials (Mon, - Fri,: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm) include rice and a soup of your choice. I didn't focus on the bill so I pay tips without knowing it was already included. read more

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First time here today, can't believe I didn't know if its existence until today when my colleague told me about it. I ordered the General Tso Lunch special for $12.95 for pick up. Decent portion, it comes with rice and a choice of spring roll or soup. I went for the hot and sour soup. It was pretty delicious and it was almost like the pringles experience - once you start, you can't stop... perhaps it's been awhile since I had good Chinese. The restaurant is located where Homes Kitchen was before it closed down. I hope this restaurant will stay open so I can try all the different dishes on their menu! read more

The Best Sichuan - 01. Generl Tso's Chicken Lunch Special - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

Friendly staffs Fast service Convinces location . Love the lunch special Will be back again read more

The Best Sichuan - Spicy pork & bamboo shoots - Szechuan Near Me - New York, New York

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Great takeout- good portions - loved the dry pepper chicken and the string beans, the chicken had great flavor that was caught nicely with rice. Would order both again read more

Very good food and excellent service. I got the fish dry pot. It was delicious and spicer with the peppers. I also got the purple yam sesame cakes, which was really great. But I was also blown away by the service. I needed to be there for a bit for a meeting. The staff set me up near an outlet, with wifi and everything I needed. They were attentive without disrupting the meeting. They did not try to upsell me or rush me out. It is a busy place so probably not ideal if you need to talk a ton during a meeting. But I was so grateful to have delicious food, a carafe of lemon water and a good desert during my time there. Will definitely return for just the food, as I'm a big mala fan and they seem to have a wide variety of dishes that smelled amazing. read more