Szechuan Restaurants near Astoria, NY

“Had delivery a few times before and came tonight to eat in person with my wife and we loved it. It is a very tiny space but very nice. We split the stir fried bok Choi and the fried chicken mini dumplings. They were both good but the dumplings were especially great. She got chicken with broccoli and I got Mala chicken; both were also great. Finally, they gave us a free cucumber salad which was actually the best thing we had!

The staff were not very talkative but very nice!

I will definitely go back! No question.“

“Grateful for a decent Chinese restaurant that is clean and elegantly decorated. Tofu and chicken dish were very good. The beef stew was more of a beef soup and on the oilier side so wasn’t our favourite. Dumplings were pretty good. Would definitely return and recommend.“

“Compared to a few years ago, a few of the menu classics from Kawasanja are still there!And then the surprise is that there are a lot of new dishes too!“

“This was my first time here the food was excellent and the service was pretty good, should have gotten more attention. When making the reservation I mentioned that it was for a birthday celebration. We had to ask again for that and they said they were gonna give us shots but instead gave us mochi and ice cream“

“Food was great and the servers are very attentive, the place is welcoming, I l really like the atmosphere there. Food portions are large which is good. The cocktails are the best! I like everything from this place! Very recommend it“

“Food, service & atmosphere was top notch. Highly recommend! 5⭐️“

““Wow, finally some real Cantonese food in Manhattan! As a Chinese person, I have to say, it’s rare to find a place that feels so much like home. The fried vegetables were incredibly fresh and cooked just right. If you love authentic Chinese flavors, you’ll want to try this place out!” The dessert also delicious!!!!!“

“The food at Fan Szechuan reminds us so much of home-cooked food—warm and flavorful! We really enjoyed trying the Peking duck, sesame noodles, and spicy wontons. There were so many different appetizer options, including spicy and nonspicy choices. The atmosphere was also inviting and cozy, with tasteful decor and a welcoming vibe. The staff was attentive and friendly, ensuring we had everything we needed for a great dining experience. Whether you are craving something rich and hearty or light and savory, there is something for everyone. Fan Szechuan is the perfect spot for comforting and satisfying meals!!

Reviewer: Michelle Y“

“Excellent Service Great Customer service! Good food !“

“I great food and service. High quality land authentic.“

“服务态度很好，而且菜的味道纯正，分量足够。环境优美，干净整洁！川菜的首选！！“

“Be prepared for a wait. EXCELLENT FOOD!“

“The atmosphere is very warm and welcoming. The women sitting at the front is very friendly and welcoming as well. As soon as we sat down they handed us our menus and gave us time to decide what we wanted to eat and drink. I give them 5 stars !!“

“all the drinks are incredible - love that they’re all labeled with the type of glass it comes in and key notes. can’t go wrong with ANY FOOD on the menu - chicken soup dumplings and guclan chicken. amazing service as well. thank you Antidote BK and Cindy!“

“Pretty standard flavor spot, slightly pricy if considering the quality. Things would go wrong but nothing really stands out.
They serve fast, clean fast, bill you fast. Understandable but it feels like you are rushed to get out.

✨Tea-smoked duck might be the one I would recommend. The flavor was mild but rich. Meat was not dry.

Dan-Dan noodles was good, a classic. I recommend ask for some vinegar to mix with.

The chive fried pancake was authentic.“

“Everything is good“

“Food was absolutely delicious, we were there during lunch time so we had a hot&sour soup, chicken with broccoli and rice and some gyozas, taste was great, I recommend this place to every one.
The only downside is that restroom smell could be felt from the tables, I consider that unacceptable so this might be something to consider because it removes all the elegance felt in the place“

“Chongqing Chicken is great!“

“I highly recommend their famous pork spicy appetizer. It was our 4th times in this place. I would say their meat is high quality because you can tell from the flavor itself. This is our couples favorite Sichuan place. Tonight, we tried SeaBass Mala it was delicious but too spicy but we’ve finish it 😄😛😋“

“Hands down probably the best Chinese food in the city. I could eat here everyday.“

“Was a walk-in on a Saturday night at eight, but this place is huge and we were seated within twenty mins! Noise levels on the lower end, even when the place was busy!

Our order was quickly taken by our friendly server, Jeevan, which included: Ginger Sour String Beans (nice and garlicy), Chicken Lo Mein, Veggie Fried Rice, Cumin Fries, Dry Pot Style (Chicken, and Tofu). Food was in-line with expectations and hit all the right spots! I wish it was a little spicy, and their 10/10 spice level is not that spicy! Excellent Sichuan food though in the UWS neighborhood. Menu slightly on the expensive side;

Will definitely be frequenting this place for their super quick service, and good food!

Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly 😎“

“The grilled fish tastes very good, I like the spicy tofu flavor. The waiter's service is so attentive and enthusiastic. It's great. Especially a guy named Song who wears glasses. He is very enthusiastic and attentive. Anyway, I will come again.“

“First time here food amazing will be back“

“Very nice, good food, good service.“

“Everytime I visit NYC’s 8th Avenue there’s going to be a day where my family and I will dine out at this place. It’s so delicious, my personal favorites are the Spicy Bullfrog and Beef Skewers. The servers are also always courteous and fast from our experience. We highly recommend this spot 👍.“

“Came here for Restaurant Week - what a perfectly balanced and rich menu (pre-fix menu also includes a glass of wine and a cocktail). We had XO Sauce Oyster Mushroom and Fresh Squid w/Garlic and Chili Oil for appetizer (very flavorful); perfectly tender and juicy Pork Soup Dumplings (black truffle and pork roe); Lychee Kung Pao Crispy Pork and Braised Beef w/Abalone in Tomato Sauce for entrée (hearty portions and great taste); Sweet & Sour Cabbage and Snow Pea Shoots w/Garlic for vegetable (the best part of the meal! fresh, yummy and such a symphony of tastes!) and Yuzu Coconut Cotta and Osmanthus Ice Jelly for dessert (just the right amount of sweetness and fun texture!) - everything was up to par!
Service was very delicate and attentive, and the whole atmosphere quite nice. I’ll definitely be coming back to explore more of Szechuan cuisine.“

“Best LoMein I have ever eaten!! The steamed dumplings with the Chili Oil was out of this world! All the food was delicious and full of dynamic flavors. Service was stellar and the atmosphere was so welcoming. A total must!!!!

Vegetarian options: yummy

Kid-friendliness: very welcoming“

“If you want to eat the spiciness of Sichuan cuisine and the lightness and freshness of Fujian cuisine, this is the right place! I like all the food in Hongzao here, especially red shrimps and eels, Maoxuewang, pickled fish are also on my foodie menu, and there are others... you can eat it if you like it.“

“Great authentic food. Really enjoyed it.“

“The food is amazing. Very clean and cool vibes.“

“My experience here was exceptional, very professional-friendly Staff. I was very impressed with the Shrimp Toast, nice sized portion cut with the Lo mein I enjoyed as well. Has a really nice Dining experience well worth eating here and highly “

“Great food, everything it’s delicious !!!“

“Very good well done food.“

“This place is located above northern blvd. It is a hidden gem. The food is authentic Szechuan. The place is small, but the flavor from the food is big! They give you a pitcher of water when you sit down along with some mildly spicy roasted peanuts. I had to consciously stop myself from eating it. We asked the waitress for some recommendation and we were there to try a lot of stuff. She stopped us from ordering after three dishes and explained to us the dishes are big and that we won’t be able to finish. We insisted on ordering, more on that later. The waitress also ask if we can handle spice we told her to ask the chef to take it easy on us. The first thing that came was the kidney dish. So tender and flavorful and mildly spicy. Tip for eating, you should eat the kidney with the veggies as it covers up the gamy taste if you eat it alone sometimes. Learned that from wife. Second dish was the cold noodles. It had a vinegar taste which I’m usually not a fan of. But again my mistake for not mixing it. After a mix it was a lot better. The next dish that came was the free range chicken. Honestly I didn’t think too much of a chicken dish when it was recommended to us. I instantly conjured up images of some dry chicken breast dish. This was far from that. It was chicken that had been lightly fried and skin on. So tasty. My favorite dish because it was such a surprise. So good! The fourth dish that came was the duck blood. It didn’t disappoint as duck blood is so silky unlike pork blood which is more sandy. The duck blood is a good dish to clear your pallet as the chicken and kidney dish is so intense in flavor. At this point the chef came out and we struck up a conversation with him. He told us we should eat the kidney dish before it get cold as it is best hot. He also said he didn’t put some spicy oil on it because we are not from the region and it would have been too spicy for most. But the flavor would be even better with it. Need to try it next time. The conversation was light and informative and he then asked if we still wanted the 5th dish. At this point we were getting full and asked if we could cancel it. He said not a problem. It was the reason he came and talked to us and didn’t want us to over order. So nice. I even had an incident where the chicken I grabbed with my chopstick slipped out and tried to get away even after cooked. Lastly when we asked for the check the waitress brought out a dessert on the house. It was a great pallet cleanser. Highly recommend this place. A hidden gem since we don’t normally go above the northern boulevard. Will definitely revisit.“

“Really can’t recommend Spicy Moon enough. Every time we visit NYC we make sure to stop by because I can’t get enough of the Dan Dan Noodles and haven’t had anything that can beat it elsewhere. Always a great selection of craft beer, too!“

“Never disappoints. Excellent food. Always packed“

“Only one chef on the line. Very kind, but was scolded for "you have to call in first". Otherwise a great corner Chinese spot.

Vegetarian options: Yes, ask.

Kid-friendliness: There's a kid running around the restaurant all the time.

Dietary restrictions: Just ask“

“Hospitality AAA FOOD AA PRICE A“

“One of my favorite Szechuan spots in NYC. They are probably the best in LIC as mentioned in their name.

Only miss I’ve had here is the mapo tofu. Too much oil and had no meat.

But I would recommend the green beans, cumin lamb, dry pot. All delicious.“

“Hands down probably the best Chinese food in the city. I could eat here everyday.“

“It’s a hole in the wall Chinese place with great prices and great food. The A + B special is borderline customer robbery and the women behind the counter is a always friendly if you are. I visit here 1-2 times per week and will continue doing so.“