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Mapo Tofu and General Tsos Chicken

A table that serves both authentic mapo tofu and reliable general tsos chicken without compromising the integrity of either dish.

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Spacious dining offers a calm, cozy vibe with authentic Sichuan flavors. Mapo tofu shines with numbing spice and silky texture, perfect with rice. General Tso's chicken is crispy and sweet, pairing well with starters like hot and sour soup.

Mapo tofu features a perfect balance of numbing spice and silky texture. The vegetarian version comes with extra spice and pairs well with rice for a satisfying meal.

General Tso's chicken has a crispy outside and tends to be very sweet. It pairs well with starters like hot and sour soup and spring rolls but can vary in quality.

People are saying

"I found the Szechuan food here to be excellent and authentic."

"I found the Mapo Tofu to be super yummy and a perfect 10."

"I found the General Tsos Chicken to be spectacular."

Good to know

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Reservations are required for the roast duck; call in advance.

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Lunch specials are available from Monday to Friday, 11 AM to 4 PM.

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Expect an 18% gratuity automatically added to your bill.

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Modern dining space offers tablet ordering and a full bar with craft cocktails. Mapo Tofu delivers perfect spice and smooth tofu, while General Tso's chicken shines with balanced flavors and paired rice. Cozy atmosphere contrasts busy street outside.

Spice hits just right with smooth tofu in the Mapo Tofu. It pairs well with dishes like Kung Pao Chicken and eggplant with garlic sauce, all packing solid flavor.

General Tso's chicken comes with perfectly paired rice and offers a satisfying balance of flavors. It appears consistently as a lunch special and pairs well with items like pork Lo Mein and spring rolls.

People are saying

"The Szechuan dishes here are bold, flavorful, and have just the right numbing spice."

"The Mapo Tofu here is perfectly spicy and numbs your tongue just right."

"I really enjoyed the General Tsos Chicken."

Good to know

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They have a grand opening offer of free steam dumplings if you spend over $30.

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They offer a free chicken dish if you spend over $60.

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You can switch to fried rice for a dollar with the lunch special.

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Sichuan restaurant

Cozy space offers authentic Sichuan flavors with a calm vibe. Mapo tofu delivers balanced heat and rich depth, while General Tso chicken is crispy white meat paired well with fried dumplings. Spacious seating and soft music add to the welcoming feel.

Mapo tofu stands out with its spicy, flavorful profile and balanced heat. It pairs well with dishes like dry-fried green beans and spicy chicken, offering a rich depth without overwhelming the palate.

General Tso chicken features white meat fried to a crisp. It pairs well with sides like fried dumplings and house special lo mein.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be amazing and incredible."

"I found the Sichuan food here to be incredibly authentic and flavorful."

"I craved General Tsos Chicken and it was delicious."

Good to know

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A 20% tip is automatically added to your bill, so check your receipt.

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The restaurant closes at 10:00 PM, but last seating is at 9:30 PM.

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The lunch special ends at 3 PM, not 4 PM as advertised.

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Cantonese restaurant

Spacious dining area with Asian decor sets a lively mood. General Tso's chicken offers bold, flavorful sauce and tender meat. Mapo tofu disappoints with bland taste and excessive sauce. Sharing dishes is easy with Lazy Susan tables.

Mapo tofu comes with excessive sauce and red peppers that dilute its flavor. It lacks authentic seasoning and tastes bland.

General Tso's chicken stands out with a bold, flavorful sauce and tender chicken pieces. It pairs well with other dishes like garlic asparagus and beef and broccoli for a balanced meal.

People are saying

"The Chinese food here is excellent, especially the Peking duck and dim sum."

"The dinner spots here serve authentic, delicious Cantonese food."

"The General Tsos Chicken was sweet and a bit spicy."

Good to know

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Prepare for a long wait during dinner time.

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Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends.

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Cash payments warrant a 9% discount.

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Malaysian restaurant

Spacious dining area with modern decor and exposed brick walls creates a clean, comfortable setting. Atmosphere blends cozy elegance with a family-style vibe, often hosting large groups. Staff presence near the bar adds a watchful energy, while the space suits both casual meals and intimate dinners.

Mapo tofu here leans toward a lighter style with less mala heat. It carries a sweeter tone compared to traditional versions.

People are saying

"I found this to be the best Malaysian curry spot in NYC."

"The Roti Canai is flaky, layered, and expertly prepared."

"The curry beef brisket here is tender with a deep, flavorful curry."

Good to know

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Management prefers cash payments; there's a 3% surcharge for credit card use.

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Only street parking is available near the restaurant.

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The kitchen closes at 8:30 PM, so plan accordingly.

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Hunan restaurant

Vintage Chinese decor creates an elegant old Shanghai vibe with soft, dim lighting that soothes and transports. Private and semi-private rooms accommodate large parties and celebrations comfortably. A full bar downstairs offers unique, well-crafted Baijiu cocktails alongside a lively, busy atmosphere.

Mapo tofu stands out with a rich, authentic flavor that pairs well with dishes like eggplant and string beans. It balances spice and savoriness, making it a favorite choice alongside house smoked bacon and braised pork.

General Tso's Chicken features all white meat but often has a very sour taste dominated by vinegar. Some servings arrive cold, which affects the flavor, and the sauce can overpower other ingredients.

People are saying

"The Chinese food here is amazing and authentically Hunan."

"I found the mapo tofu to be extremely delicious."

"The General Tsos chicken here is all white meat."

Good to know

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Reservations are highly recommended due to the restaurant's popularity.

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The restaurant has a 1.5 hour limit on dining time.

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Customers must finish their meal before 7:00 PM on Saturday nights to be seated.

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Shanghainese restaurant

Clean, modern space offers a relaxed, casual atmosphere with a friendly vibe that feels like home. Diners are mostly Chinese, reflecting authentic Shanghainese cuisine with a standout variety of Xiao Long Bao and other well-crafted dumplings.

Mapo tofu stands out as a highlight alongside the steak special and soup dumplings. The dish offers a solid flavor but leans more toward being okay rather than exceptional.

General Tso's chicken comes as part of lunch specials paired with hot and sour soup or egg drop soup and white rice. It stands out as a go-to dish for a satisfying meal.

People are saying

"I found their soup dumplings to be the best I've ever had."

"The food here is authentic and always delicious."

"The staff at this Lunch Spot is so friendly and cheerful."

Good to know

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You need to bring enough cash for their cash discounted price.

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Customers may need to wait an additional 30 minutes after arriving to get their order.

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There are a couple of parking spots behind the restaurant.

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Sichuan restaurant

Small dining space features minimal and elegant oriental design with soft lighting and a modern, sexy vibe. Noise level runs high, making conversations difficult amid crowded seating. Music blends EDM beats with traditional elements, creating a unique atmosphere.

Mapo tofu comes in several unique varieties like green mapo tofu, duck blood curd, and crab mapo tofu. Each version offers a very flavorful and sometimes spicy taste with distinctive colors.

People are saying

"The food here is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made."

"I found the Szechuan dishes here to be authentic and spicy."

"The Mapo Tofu is rich, spicy, and perfectly balanced."

Good to know

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Reservations are not accepted, so arrive early to avoid long waits.

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The wait for a table of four can be up to 1 hour and 40 minutes.

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Expect to pay around $70 per person for a meal.

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Dim sum restaurant

Dim sum restaurant with a diner-style setting featuring spacious, clean interiors and round tables with turntables. Atmosphere stays cozy and quiet, supporting easy conversation without loud music. A full bar offers a variety of cocktails alongside traditional and American dishes.

General Tso's chicken comes with a crispy coating and a sweet-spicy sauce. It pairs well with dishes like Beef with broccoli and pork soup dumplings.

People are saying

"The Chinese food here, especially the dumplings, is incredible."

"The food here is hot, flavorful, and delicious."

"I found the food here to be amazing and perfectly flavorful."

Good to know

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You get a slight discount if you pay with cash.

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Customers must order a minimum of $15 each to be served at a table.

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The restaurant only allows 'to go' orders if the minimum order is not met.

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