Lao Ma Spicy

I recently visited this Sichuan restaurant that has quickly become a local favorite. The crispy chicken was a standout—crispy on the outside, tender inside, with a perfect kick from Sichuan peppercorns that lingered on the tongue. The dry pot was another highlight, packed with rich, complex flavors and a good amount of heat that you can adjust to your liking. The best part is that you get to choose up to five ingredients included in the base price, which makes it a customizable and fun experience. After that, each extra ingredient costs just $5, which keeps things reasonably priced. The vegetable fried rice was also impressive, loaded with a variety of fresh veggies and seasoned to perfection—flavorful without being overpowering. It’s clear that this spot is popular with the college crowd, likely due to both the price and the satisfying portions. The food delivers on both taste and value, making it a must-try for anyone craving authentic Sichuan flavors in a casual setting.

The dish was absolutely amazing! The flavors were rich, with a perfect balance of spices and freshness. The ingredients were well-cooked, especially the meat and vegetables, creating a delightful texture. The presentation in the wooden bowl added a rustic charm. Definitely a must-try for spicy food lovers!

What an amazing place! Come here for a date, low key post workout protein meal, family meal, lunch date, co-worker lunch meal. The choices of meat are amazing. I would suggest not taking the full serving of veggies they offer and loading up on the shredded meats. Add 1.5 spice levels to whatever they suggest so they say “2/5”, beware that’s “3.5/5). Can’t recommend it highly enough.

I see the mixed reviews but I personally LOVED this place - and will come back again & again 😍💖 It's a 麻辣香锅 bar & the level of spicy is real 🌶️ 🥵 I found it super authentic, but 34$ for everything was slightly expensive. It is a huge portion that can be split between 2. Service was amazing too! 🙌

Lao ma is the best!! I visit as often as I can - get the dry pot, cucumbers, Dan Dan noodles & any of the dumplings 🙏