Kuan Zhai Alley
$$ • Chinese, Szechuan, VegetarianAbout Kuan Zhai Alley
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金沙玉子豆腐 crispy japanese tofu with salted egg yolk
梅菜扣肉 Braised Pork Belly with Preserved Vegetables
火爆双脆 Stir Fried Pork Kidney with Pickled Peppers
红糖糍粑 Glutinous Rice Cake with Brown Sugar
金汤肥牛 Sliced Fatty Beef with Pickled Soup
水煮牛肉 Boiled Beef in Spicy Szechuan Sauce
香辣仔鸡 Chef's Special Dry Chili Chicken
金汤酸菜鱼 fish in sour pickled broth
鱼香茄子 eggplant in garlic sauce
干烧全鱼 Spicy Stewed Whole Fish
Kuan Zhai Alley Reviews
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Really nice place for chinese food.
The food is so good my friends and I always get the fish in sour pickled broth. It’s so good on either a cold or hot day. Highly recommend to anyone!!!
Food is very appetising but I find it not spicy enough.
The Lemon Iced Tea used Jasmine based tea which I didn’t quite like. It was not stated on the menu as I would not have ordered that.
Ordering is by scanning the menu which can be switched between Chinese or English. In English mode, choice of Less Salt, Less Oil, Less Spicy was still in Chinese. Staff helped to translate for me.
Pork Belly skewer was a bit too thin. I preferred the Lamb ones which was listed as...read full review
The Lemon Iced Tea used Jasmine based tea which I didn’t quite like. It was not stated on the menu as I would not have ordered that.
Ordering is by scanning the menu which can be switched between Chinese or English. In English mode, choice of Less Salt, Less Oil, Less Spicy was still in Chinese. Staff helped to translate for me.
Pork Belly skewer was a bit too thin. I preferred the Lamb ones which was listed as...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 2:45PM 4 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 9PM 11AM - 2:45PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 2:45PM 4 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 2:45PM 4 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4 - 9PM 11AM - 2:45PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 2:45PM 4 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 8:30PM 11AM - 2:45PM |
Kuan Zhai Alley is a well-known Sichuan restaurant located in Irvine, near the Spectrum, that offers delicious and flavorful dishes. The menu features a variety of options, including Maoxuewang, lemon shrimp, shrimp fried rice, chef special dry chicken, and golden sesame balls. In addition to these favorites, the restaurant serves delicacies like Boiled Duck Blood, Tripe and Ham in Chili Broth, and Boiled Frog in Special Spicy Sauce. The atmosphere is modern, clean, and family-friendly, making it a great choice for diners of all ages. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the cook sometimes serves the food. The spice level is balanced, allowing customization to suit individual tastes, which is perfect for those who may not typically eat spicy food. The lemon shrimp and chef special dry chicken are highly recommended, along with fresh fish dishes and seasonal vegetables that are cooked to perfection. Customers often note that the spicy choices are HOT, so caution is advised for those sensitive to spice. The restaurant is praised for its authentic flavors, bold and satisfying dishes, and a quiet, relaxing ambiance. Despite being busy during dinner hours, guests can enjoy outdoor seating after a short wait. Overall, Kuan Zhai Alley remains a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic and comforting Sichuan dining experience in Orange County.