Hits the spicy craving. The dining area is very drafty which was not great on a super cold day. Otherwise, staff are very accommodating.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Angelyn Nguyen
food was so expensive, server was inattentive. charging for sauce is ridiculous, when the lunch menu doesn’t include a charge. food was not even good and too salty
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Narayan Manivannan
Cam was a 🔥 waiter. Super relatable guy, wonderful suggestions on the proteins, and the Spam was a hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Build Your Own Mala Dry Pot
Lancaster Richmond
Had amazing service and delicious food at MaLa! Cam provided really helpful service, recommending great dishes and making the menu easily digestible! The wings, marinated cucumbers, dry pots and Lychee Martinis are a must! Would definitely go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie Chen
Four of us were planning to eat here on a freezing Saturday. We came when they just opened. We were still waiting for 1 more person but they did not let us sit down at the table first, even though the entire place was empty.
I don't understand the policy. Even if we were dining as 3 people, we'd still use a table for 4. We left to take our business elsewhere.
Rebecca Shaw
Traveling from North Carolina and came here because it was recommended to me so much! It was genuinely the best meal experience that I’ve had in the city. Sarah and Mel went out of their way to be so kind to me and make me feel special when I was celebrating my birthday!
Couldn’t recommend it more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Natasha P
Chill spot, good for a group or a date with an easy going staff you both charged my phone, filled my water and were attentive without being pushy. Strong reco for a cas sichuan spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Nandan Kalathiya
We loved Julian assisting us at the bar and food is here is just out of the world and have been visiting this place for more than 2 years now and they have all ways been my go to place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallion Pancake, Xiangxi Fried Rice, Build Your Own Mala Dry Pot, Dan Dan Noodles
Manan Vaghasia
Julian was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Xiangxi Fried Rice, Build Your Own Mala Dry Pot
Chris Tracey
Wonderful food and an authentic flavor. Quick service. Mala spice is quite spicy!
The mala here is flavorful without being overwhelming, and I love how many ingredient options there are. Great portions, fair prices, and good quality
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gabriel Abreu
The food is 1000/10. If we could give more than 5 stars, we would. Best Szechuan food we’ve had in a long time. Emmi was incredible. Pricing is reasonable and serving sizes were great! Could not recommend more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Camila Prada
I had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was very pleasant. Our waiter, Julián, was very attentive, friendly, and professional, which made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend this place and would love to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Johan Urquiza
Excellent service, the food was delicious! Perfect for sharing with friends! Julian provided us with great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
aly wilson
Stopped in for lunch and ordered the crispy duck salad and dry pot with chicken breast—so good. Everything was delicious, service was friendly, and the vibe was chill. Honestly just a great all-around spot. Will definitely be back.
Hits the spicy craving. The dining area is very drafty which was not great on a super cold day. Otherwise, staff are very accommodating.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
food was so expensive, server was inattentive. charging for sauce is ridiculous, when the lunch menu doesn’t include a charge. food was not even good and too salty
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Cam was a 🔥 waiter. Super relatable guy, wonderful suggestions on the proteins, and the Spam was a hidden gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Build Your Own Mala Dry Pot
Had amazing service and delicious food at MaLa! Cam provided really helpful service, recommending great dishes and making the menu easily digestible! The wings, marinated cucumbers, dry pots and Lychee Martinis are a must! Would definitely go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Four of us were planning to eat here on a freezing Saturday. We came when they just opened. We were still waiting for 1 more person but they did not let us sit down at the table first, even though the entire place was empty.
I don't understand the policy. Even if we were dining as 3 people, we'd still use a table for 4. We left to take our business elsewhere.
Traveling from North Carolina and came here because it was recommended to me so much! It was genuinely the best meal experience that I’ve had in the city. Sarah and Mel went out of their way to be so kind to me and make me feel special when I was celebrating my birthday!
Couldn’t recommend it more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chill spot, good for a group or a date with an easy going staff you both charged my phone, filled my water and were attentive without being pushy. Strong reco for a cas sichuan spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
We loved Julian assisting us at the bar and food is here is just out of the world and have been visiting this place for more than 2 years now and they have all ways been my go to place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Scallion Pancake, Xiangxi Fried Rice, Build Your Own Mala Dry Pot, Dan Dan Noodles
Julian was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Xiangxi Fried Rice, Build Your Own Mala Dry Pot
Wonderful food and an authentic flavor. Quick service. Mala spice is quite spicy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The mala here is flavorful without being overwhelming, and I love how many ingredient options there are. Great portions, fair prices, and good quality
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is 1000/10. If we could give more than 5 stars, we would. Best Szechuan food we’ve had in a long time. Emmi was incredible. Pricing is reasonable and serving sizes were great! Could not recommend more!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was very pleasant. Our waiter, Julián, was very attentive, friendly, and professional, which made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend this place and would love to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent service, the food was delicious! Perfect for sharing with friends! Julian provided us with great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped in for lunch and ordered the crispy duck salad and dry pot with chicken breast—so good. Everything was delicious, service was friendly, and the vibe was chill. Honestly just a great all-around spot. Will definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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