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⭐️“

“Wanted to give this place 5 stars from the first sip of my first drink. Held off and can confirm the food is as incredible as the cocktails. Best wings I’ve ever had, cucumber salad bright and savoury, and deep rich crab fried rice. Lovely atmosphere too, dark and inviting. Perfect place to escape the rain on a Sunday evening.“

“Hands down the best Peking duck in NYC—Eater wasn't kidding! The skin was perfectly crispy and the meat so tender, wrapped in thin pancakes with sweet bean sauce and fresh cucumber. We also loved the spicy diced chicken (so addictive!) and the tableside mapo tofu that arrived bubbling hot. Everything was flavorful, well-portioned, and service was smooth.“

“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 !“

“Hospitality AAA FOOD AA PRICE A“

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

“Be prepared for a wait. EXCELLENT FOOD!“

“Never disappoints. Excellent food. Always packed“

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

“By Antidote was an absolute treat! We got the Century Egg w/ Burrata Cheese, Tea-Smoked Duck Fried Rice, Crab Tofu, Crab & Pork Soup Dumplings, Green Peppercorn Fish Stew, Mapo Tofu, and Spicy Cumin Lamb.

The first three were easily my favorite dishes, although I feel like the Crab Tofu could use a bit more flavor. The Green Peppercorn Fish Stew was yum but not amazing in my opinion. The Mapo Tofu and Spicy Cumin Lamb were tasty but definitely way too spicy for me lol.

This spot is a must-go for great Chinese fusion cuisine.“

“I used Trip Advisor to get me here and everything reviewers had said was true. Authentic Sichuan food and, for a person like myself, dining solo, a great appetizer menu. I was happy to take the server’s recommendations and they were right. And for midtown Manhattan it was reasonably priced.

Delicious“

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

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

“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 😄😛😋“

“First time here food amazing will be back“

“Everything is good“

“Very good well done food.“

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

“We had such a great meal at Pig Heaven! The BBQ spare ribs were so tender, flavorful, and perfectly glazed. We also really enjoyed the soup dumplings, Peking duck, Sesame chicken, noodles, and Mapo tofu. Everything came in generous portions and was great for sharing. The staff was friendly and welcoming too. Definitely a great Chinese spot on the Upper East Side. We’d love to come 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.“

“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.“

“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“

“Why aren't you open yet? I saw it temporarily closed a month ago and it's still open now. As a Chengdu native who was born and raised in Chengdu for more than 20 years, when I first came to the United States last year and ate it for the first time, I thought it was delicious and authentic, even better than many skewers restaurants in Chengdu. Why is it closed?“

“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.“

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

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

“Good ambient Good food Great services love this restaurants“

“Fantastic Sichuan restaurant right in the neighborhood! We had the fish, mushroom dish, and Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce — all delicious and full of authentic flavor. Great for families too, with plenty of non-spicy options for kids alongside the classic Sichuan heat. Staff were friendly and helpful. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Loved it so much the first time I had to go back 2 nights later. Well. Guess what. Just as good. Maybe even better. The food and service were both outstanding. Super excited to think we finally found our neighborhood Chinese restaurant. Been a while since we felt that way. And, as good as the classic food is, do not miss desert. Also fantastic. Will be back again soon. For sure. Thank you Wa Jeal.“

“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.“

“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.“

“great service excellent food“

“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!“

“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“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“We loved this hidden gem! Great Sichuan food, with big portions, a big menu and home-style cooking. The service here is so kind and attentive. Appreciated the quiet spacious dining room, tucked away from the hustle of Chelsea right outside. Would recommend!“

“The best Chinese food I’ve ever had“

“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!“