Szechuan Restaurants in New York, NY

“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!“

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

“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“

“Chi Restaurant & Bar is incredible! We came in with a large party and they accommodated us perfectly, which meant we got to try almost everything on the menu. The food tasted totally authentic, yet somehow still fresh and fun. Seriously, it felt like every single dish we ordered topped the last one! The duck was absolutely fantastic, and the dim sum and veggies were just as amazing. Whatever you do, definitely don’t skip out on the cute desserts at the end. It's an awesome spot for a group dinner with top-tier food.“

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

“I absolutely love Fan Szechuan and I will gladly come way out of my way just to get my hands on their chicken lo mein. The flavor is incredible, perfectly savory, and easily some of the best noodles you can find around. That being said, trying to order from here can honestly be a bit of a nightmare. Calling them over the phone is gets tough at times because of language barriers and thick accents so you really have to be a patient kind of person, especially if you want substitutions or multiple items. It doesn't help that their online menu is outdated and they don't carry some of the items listed anymore. Also, if you want broccoli in your chicken lo mein, they get you with an extra charge. Fine and standard. However, even after paying extra, they only give you a comically trace amount of it. Seriously, you can count the pieces on one hand.
And yet, I completely forgive all of that. The food just tastes so great every single time that the minor headaches are totally worth it to me. If you want top-tier comfort food, just put up with the janky ordering process and get the chicken or vegetable lo mein. Can't go wrong with it.“

“LOVED this place! I am extremely picky about fresh Chinese food and this restaurant really delivered. Every dish was wonderfully seasoned - no thick or “old” tasting sauces. Service was excellent and the restaurant was clean and well kept. Highly recommend !“

“William is incredible! Ye’s has been on our list for awhile and we got the chance today to wander in. We wanted a quick drink to celebrate the sun. William guided us in the right direction <3 we had the HK milk punch, Sichuan old fashioned, wings, and money bag dumplings. Perfect way to start the evening and everything was delicious. Come try the baiju for a unique liquor experience.“

“Hospitality AAA FOOD AA PRICE A“

“Be prepared for a wait. EXCELLENT FOOD!“

“Shrimp with crispy peppers and peanuts and pork cooked in soy sauce with egg“

“Absolutely delighted that we are there. Food is absolutely delicious the duck was crispy and the amount of food was outstanding, we could not finish everything even when we tried.

Atmosphere was great and waiters are so nice and attentive, you would miss something by leaving nyc and not eat there !“

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

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

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

“Very good well done food.“

“Always wanted to try this place.

Let’s start with the pros. Definitely worth the hype. Make sure to get the egg burrata dip with extra fried dough. I would skip the truffle ravioli. It sounded interesting, but was just okay. We also got the peppercorn fish stew which is always staple. Overall, foodwise, I appreciated the play on italian Szechuan food, but I would definitely research a bit beforehand for what to order.

Okay, now the cons. I will say, I thought they were known for their cocktails, but they were just okay so I think you can skip these unless you want to pair.

My one other complaint was that this was our anniversary dinner and we did mention it in our resy reservation, so we were wondering if they would prepare a little something, but they didn’t even congratulate us. Pretty sure this was an oversight, but this was my nitpick and for these reasons I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5.

Otherwise, highly recommend coming here with a big group to try multiple dishes!“

“Never disappoints. Excellent food. Always packed“

“Everything is good“

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

“First time here food amazing will be back“

“Han Dynasty is one of my go-to restaurants for quality Chinese food in NYC. It is not a hole-in-the-wall establishment like many of the other Chinese restaurants in the city (not that there’s anything wrong with that). The space is large and comfortable, and the food is consistently delicious with very good drink options. The price point is also reasonable considering the location. I like how the menu specifies the spice level of each dish on a scale of 1-10, although I find the calibration to be more American rather than Szechuan spice levels, no surprise. But if you need a real hit just ask for an 11 and the chef will deliver.“

“Great fresh noodles, good balance of ingredients, tasty soup base, efficient and friendly service.“

“Pig Heaven is an absolute gem! The food was packed with flavor, the portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh and perfectly prepared. The staff was warm, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The cozy atmosphere made the whole experience even better. If you're looking for delicious Chinese food and outstanding service, Pig Heaven is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommend!“

“The food is consistently fresh and tasty. So happy to have an excellent Szechwan restaurant in a neighborhood where good Chinese cuisine is sorely lacking.“

“When I moved to NYC, this is one of my first restaurants I tried and it’s been my favorite ever since. I always get the green beans and an ube mule. For a tofu dish, I either get the mapo tofu or dry pepper style. The food comes out so quick and is best shared — that way you can try more! Updated from previous review on 2026-08-15“

“Food is always good we have come here for years. The Whole Fish Filet w. Spicy Chili & Peppercorn in Broth is one of my favorite dishes in the city. Other dishes we always get are cumin lamb and fried tofu both 10/10. And tea of course.“

“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 😄😛😋“

“Awesome scallion pancakes, hot and sour soup, and chicken fried rice. We eat here as soon as we land from Saint Louis each time we visit NYC. Staff is extremely attentive and always on top of anything you need.“

“I had a wonderful dining experience at Caotang. The food was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully presented. My favorite dish was the fresh pepper fish. The fish was incredibly tender and soaked up the savory, aromatic sauce perfectly. The spicy frog was also delicious, with juicy meat and a bold peppery kick. I also enjoyed the stir-fried beef, which was tender and well seasoned. Every dish had its own character, and the spice level was exciting without overwhelming the flavors. The portions were generous, and everything paired perfectly with rice. Definitely a great spot for authentic Sichuan food in NYC!“

“LOVE LOVE LOVE OLLIE’s !! The food is always consistently great!! #LoveChineseFood Super friendly staff!!!“

“Good ambient Good food Great services love this restaurants“

“Wa Jeal Chinese Food is one of my favorite local spots! The food is always fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. The orange chicken, fried rice, and chow mein are consistently delicious, and everything is prepared quickly.

The staff is friendly, welcoming, and provides excellent customer service. They always make you feel appreciated, whether you're dining in or picking up an order.

If you're looking for great-tasting Chinese food at a reasonable price with generous portions, I highly recommend Wa Jeal Chinese Food. I'll definitely be coming back!“

“White tablecloths, sturdy, black chopsticks, and a large, ceramic pot for house, black tea. This was an unexpected find, and I'm happy with the savory mapo tofu and Szechuan pickles (bamboo shoots with sesame oil?) Ill come again with a bigger group. Great Szechuan food in Midtown“

“the Food Is Amazing wait staff on point great environment. highly recommend this place to anyone that's in New York City“

“Food was delicious. I got spicy level three, and it was not spicy at all, so I would go up a level or two. They seem to require that you get a fixed amount of meat, and I am not a big meat eater, so then I was pushed to order five types of vegetables for 18.99 plus a $5 add-on for meat. The server did try very hard to specifically weigh the meat so that it added up to the right weight to meet $5. However, I felt that they then put me at a table and gave me very light service and pushed 18 plus tip, which I felt wasn't very merited given they really didn't give me much service. While I liked the food, I felt the prices were high and they were kind of pushy with their portions.“

“Food was on point! Best I've ever had any where I've gone. Will be making this a must stop, every year when we visit!“

“I got the spicy beef noodle soup and the dumplings in chili oil. I thought the soup was decent. I would have preferred it spicer and there wasn't a ton of beef in it. The broth wasn't super rich, but still had decent flavors. One of my favorite things about the soup were the pickled(?) bamboo shoots. It was actually probably my favorite thing in the soup! The dumplings were really good! The chili oil was another star of the meal and I ended up added some into my soup for more spice and flavor.“

“You know, I'm not from NY, so maybe my standards aren't as high, but I feel like the place was possibly the best Chinese food I've ever had! Staff was nice and efficient and food and sauces were just a step above everything I've ever had.“

“great service excellent food“

“We are from Australia here on vacation, and we stopped in to grab some dinner while walking back to our hotel. Their food is absolutely delicious. Generous servings, well priced and great service. You cannot get good Chinese food like this in Australia these days, despite the large Chinese population. This place is a gem and highly recommended. The General Tso's chicken was sooooo good. My wife's pork noodles were also really tasty.

We will be back before we travel back home.“

“Good food and beautiful decor. The service is very good too.“

“my daughter in law were in Manhattan for the day and we stopped in for lunch...it was a great experience from start to finish...I ordered the bass with hot bean sauce...it was Perfect! everyone was very polite and attentive, will definitely come back again...nice job gentlemen“

“When I came in from the outside I thought it looked like 1 of those sketchy places you see in a strip mall on the highway. When I sat down I was happy too see that the waitress came quickly and efficiently brought the food out quickly aswell. I ordered the chicken fried rice and it was delicious. I would definitely recommend going here on a date. The only thing keeping this place from a 5 is there above average prices.“

“The best Chinese food I’ve ever had“

“Grand Sichuan is an ideal place for enjoying meals before attending Joyce Theater performances. It's quiet and spacious, with extensive menu selections. Price is reasonable and the services are warm. Serves many delicious vegetarian dishes.“

“I’m from this area and moved to Miami, which has no Szechuan Chinese. On a trip back to NYC, we went to China River based on location and reviews and it was TERRIFIC. If you are from NY or North Jersey, you know what to expect — spicy shredded beef, scallion pancakes, even delish basics like chicken and broccoli. Everything was exactly as it should be. We went back a second time before heading to JFK for the flight back to Florida.“

“After living in NYC for 42 years I can honestly say this restaurant is the best. I always have such a pleasant experience on the phone when ordering takeout. The person is always so warm and sweet. The food arrives fairly quick and the food is always good. I’ve had Chinese restaurants where they yell on the phone and are so rude. Not this place. When the people are so nice, it makes you want to only buy from them and support their business. Highly recommend!“

“Best Chinese around Sutton Place! And the lunchtime menu remains a standout bargain. Can get a little crowded at midday, but it's worth it.“

“great dumplings with a atmosphere to match!“