Szechuan Restaurants near Millbrae, CA

“Really enjoyed Little Chengdu. We had the spicy pot fish and Sichuan spicy beef, and the spicy, numbing flavor of the Sichuan cuisine was definitely on point. The spice level felt authentic rather than toned down.

The spicy pot fish was especially good. The fish was grilled before going into the pot, which gave it a really nice flavor, and the vegetables soaked up the broth and spices really well. The lotus root was probably my favorite part.

The Sichuan spicy beef leaned more toward that numbing mala heat, in a very good way. We also got the sour berry drink, which was refreshing and paired really well with all the spicy food.

Staff were friendly too. Would definitely come back when craving properly spicy Sichuan food.“

“We were disappointed with our previous favorite Sichuan restaurant on our second visit there. We found this Michelin recommended restaurant as a replacement. We were very impressed. The quality was on par with the best restaurants in Asia, which is a rarity in the US. The beautifully photographed menu made item selection easy. The veggies even turned out better than the picture in the menu. They truly deserve all those awards on their wall. We will make it our regular chinese restaurant from now on.
My wife's干煸肥肠was the best she had ever had.“

“First time trying Laka! I was really craving Hainan chicken, so I ordered half a roasted pork and half a Hainan chicken to go. Overall, the food was really good, and I’ll definitely be back! The gentleman who carved the roasted pork was also very kind, which I appreciated.

Just a heads-up for first-timers: the minimum order for roasted pork is half a pound, so you can’t order just a quarter pound. ( in case u try to order for 1 )

My only real complaint is the ginger sauce. For half a chicken, they only provided one container, which I felt wasn’t enough. When I asked for an extra one, I was told it would cost $1. Honestly, I think 50 cents would be more reasonable for a small container of sauce, especially when you’re already ordering a meal to go. I had also left a tip on my takeout order, so being charged another dollar for extra ginger sauce felt a little disappointing.

The food is delicious, and the service was kind for the butcher, the lady could have been more kinder but I wish they were a little more generous with the ginger sauce or included at least two containers with half a chicken. It’s a small detail, but it would make the takeout experience so much better! Total cost $32 takeout“

“Love the scenic views and the little pond at center Dining Table while enjoying ur Food.“

“Been wanting to try this Sichuan restaurant off of El Camino Real in San Mateo. Tried the beef noodle soup and some stir-fried dishes, and the flavors were authentic and tasty. Only complaint is there was too much noodles in the beef noodle soup. Good place for a quiet lunch. Fast and efficient service. Might be difficult to find parking on the busy El Camino Real, so look for spots on the nearby side roads.“

“This is definitely one of the best places to enjoy a meal in downtown San Mateo! I absolutely love the concept of being able to customize your own meal—the idea is brilliant!

I also really appreciate that they offer different spice levels. I chose the mild level, and it was absolutely perfect for my taste. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious!

And the atmosphere is just as impressive as the food. The restaurant has such a luxurious and beautiful interior, with amazing attention to detail. ✨

Definitely a must-try if you’re in downtown San Mateo! 💚“