# Malala Chinese > Small space with soothing decor and a quiet, cozy atmosphere offers authentic Sichuan flavors and a notably spicy dry pot. The setting feels straightforward and comfortable, appealing to those seeking genuine Chinese cuisine without the usual noise or bustle. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/MalalaChinese - Address: 42-02 30th Ave., Astoria, New York, United States - Hours: Monday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:45 PM - Phone: +17186061898 - Website: http://www.malalachinese.com/ - Google rating: 4.2 (344 reviews) ## What it is good for - Szechuan — 10/10 - Authentic — 9.3/10 - Dumpling — 8.8/10 - Chinese Food — 7.9/10 - Lunch Spot — 7.5/10 - Food — 7.4/10 - Fish — 6.7/10 - Seafood — 6.7/10 - Fried Rice — 6.7/10 - Takeout — 5.8/10 ## What people say - "I found the food here to be very authentic and full of bold flavors." - "I had a really good lunch here and will order again." - "The dumplings here are small, delicate, and melt in your mouth." ## Good to know - Malala can be very busy on weekends, leading to a 20-minute wait after ordering ahead about 40 minutes. - They close the kitchen at 9:30pm, so keep that in mind. - Be prepared for the spice levels of the dry pot. - The portions of the food are large. - Expect high prices for some dishes, like $16 for General Tso's chicken. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.