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Szechuan cuisine

339 reviews

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Hours

Monday, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Thursday, Closed
Friday, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Saturday, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday, 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM

About Szechuan cuisine

Welcome to Szechuan Cuisine, your destination in San Francisco for an authentic and flavorful experience of Szechuan cooking. While our name highlights the renowned spicy and bold flavors of the Szechuan province, we also proudly feature delectable seafood dishes within our extensive menu, catering to a variety of palates. Located at 1920 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA, Szechuan Cuisine offers both the convenience of delivery through platforms like DoorDash and a welcoming atmosphere for those who prefer to dine in. For inquiries or to place an order, please contact us at (415) 661-8322 or our mobile number +1 415-661-8322.

Based on customer reviews, Szechuan Cuisine provides a convenient option for enjoying our food from the comfort of your home, particularly through our participation in DoorDash's happy hour promotions. This service allows local users to sample a variety of our dishes for a late lunch or early dinner without the hassle of finding parking on the often-busy Irving Street. This highlights our commitment to accessibility and providing value through promotional partnerships with delivery services.

While specific details about the dine-in environment are not extensively described, the positive remarks about the food quality and flavor suggest a focus on creating a satisfying culinary experience. The option for delivery indicates that we are equipped to handle off-site orders efficiently, ensuring that the quality of our dishes is maintained whether enjoyed at our location or elsewhere. We aim to provide a seamless experience for all our customers, whether they choose to dine with us or enjoy our cuisine at their convenience.

A notable feature of Szechuan Cuisine is our dedication to the bold and distinctive flavors of Szechuan spices, particularly evident in our highly-rated dishes. Our participation in DoorDash's happy hour allows customers to explore a range of our offerings, providing an opportunity to discover new favorites without a significant commitment. This promotional aspect encourages experimentation and allows diners to experience the breadth of our menu.

Several specific dishes have been mentioned by our customers, providing insights into our culinary strengths. The

cucumber salad

is noted for its prominent garlic flavor and refreshing crispness, which serves as a good counterpoint to richer dishes. While one reviewer suggested a slight adjustment to the saltiness and balance of vinegar and soy sauce, they still appreciated its refreshing quality.

Our

dry sautéed string beans

have also received positive feedback for their standard flavor and less greasy preparation compared to some other establishments. The longer-than-average length and slight undercooking were noted but did not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of this classic dish.

The

iron pot fish filets

stand out as a highly recommended seafood option, praised for the amazing combination of Szechuan spices and chili oil. One enthusiastic reviewer even stated that this dish is the "best fresh spicy fish in the bay area," surpassing even some restaurants in China in terms of quality, tenderness, and freshness of the fish. While the default spice level is enjoyable, the reviewer also mentioned a preference for increased spiciness for dine-in orders, indicating our potential flexibility in accommodating spice preferences for on-site diners.

Another seafood-related highlight is the "best fresh spicy fish," which further emphasizes the quality and flavor of our seafood preparations within the Szechuan culinary tradition. While one reviewer found the "fu qi fei pian" (often a cold dish with thinly sliced beef) to be "a little mid," they were highly impressed with the "spicy dumpling," showcasing the variety and quality across different categories of our menu.

Currently, the provided information does not detail any specific ongoing promotions beyond our participation in DoorDash's happy hour. However, the positive feedback regarding the quality and flavor of our dishes, along with the convenience of delivery, suggests a strong value proposition for local users seeking authentic Szechuan cuisine with excellent seafood options. We encourage you to explore our menu on DoorDash or contact us directly to learn more about any current specials or seasonal offerings that may be available.

In conclusion, Szechuan Cuisine in San Francisco's Inner Sunset offers a delightful exploration of authentic Szechuan flavors, with a notable emphasis on fresh and delicious seafood preparations, particularly our highly-praised spicy fish. Our participation in DoorDash's happy hour provides a convenient way to sample our diverse menu. While we are known for our bold and spicy dishes, we also offer flavorful options like the cucumber salad and dry sautéed string beans. The rave reviews for our iron pot fish filets and fresh spicy fish highlight the quality and taste of our seafood offerings within the context of traditional Szechuan cooking. We invite you to experience the authentic tastes of Szechuan Cuisine, whether through the convenience of delivery or by dining in at our location on Irving Street. For orders or inquiries, please call us at (415) 661-8322 or +1 415-661-8322. We look forward to serving you!

Szechuan cuisine Location

1920 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA

Customer Reviews

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339 reviews
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Corina Lange
Nov 15, 2024

I ordered happy hour food delivery from here and was pretty satisfied with what I received. It’s nice that this place participates in the DoorDash happy hour promotions so that I can try multiple dishes for a late lunch or early dinner without having to go out and struggle to find parking on Irving Street. Cucumber salad: 3.5/5 The flavor was very garlicky. I didn’t really taste much vinegar or soy sauce. I think it would be better if it were less salty but still glad I ordered it, as the crispness of the cucumbers balanced out the meal. Dry sautéed string beans: 4/5 These string beans had pretty standard flavour, but they were longer than average and slightly undercooked. I still enjoyed them, especially since they were less greasy than what I’ve received from some other places. Iron pot fish filets: 5/5 The fish fillets were amazing with all the Sichuan spices and chili oil. If I dined in, I would likely ask them to increase the spiciness, but they still taste great at the default spice level.

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C Li
Sep 28, 2024

Best fresh spicy fish in the bay area! Even better than some resturants in China! The fish is so tender and fresh. The fu qi fei pian was a little mid, but the spicy dumpling was amazing

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GB
Apr 27, 2025

Maybe I was still euphoric from the Warriors win the night before, or just the pleasant walk through Inner Sunset, but I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect meal in this cozy nook on a Sunday April afternoon. I enjoyed a warm bowl of shrimp wonton soup, which they made spicy on my request, and my partner, sweating, relished his griddled bean curd pot, claiming, “Finally, someone who respects spice.” We also ordered the bean jelly appetizer, which was a close replica of the liangpi from my childhood summers in Chengdu. Around us, two middle-aged college men were plotting their next steps in life over bowls of peanut noodles, leaning in to make sure they really understood each other. Two parents and their adult son put aside their expectations of each other and shared plates of garlic fried string beans and grilled fish, collecting the bones on a separate plate. Six USF students each got the lunch special, so there were copious bowls on their table. They were laughing gayly. The bowls and plates here were all porcelain or metal, so I didn’t have to worry about microplastics leaching into my food. “I haven’t had a meal like this in a while,” my partner said. “It’s pushing my limits.” He was on his third water glass refill. My partner can’t go a week without turbo-blasting his sinus system with extreme chili, and it seemed he finally met his match. We asked for a to-go box for the unfinished bean curds. Serving sizes were generous without being overwhelming. And service was invisible in a good way; I felt none of the anxiety I get from some social interactions and suddenly our plates were cleared and water refilled. It allowed my partner and me to give our full attention to the meal and each other’s company. The only downside was that I felt the appreciation too fully and had to break off to write this review. I only hope that my sacrifice will allow more people to visit this special place. When I told my partner I was reviewing the place, he said, “you had Type 1 fun but my fun was Type 2.”

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John Ellis
Mar 28, 2025

Amazing skill was used to cook some dishes we simply did not like. The sourness of one dish and the powerful licorice flavor of another ruined for us what were otherwise immaculate meals. I am sure to many this food tastes like home, unfortunately we did not expect or enjoy those flavors not us and so we must say so. Best wishes to the staff.

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Mickey Rush
Oct 27, 2024

It was so good we didn't take any photos! We really enjoyed the Yi Bin noodles, the Dan Dan Noodles, Beef Noodle Soup (make it spicy), Poached Beef in Chili Oil, Cucumber salad, and Pork Dumplings. Our lips were all tingling by the end! Fair prices and good quantities. Would definitely return! Returned 9/1/24 for the Yi Bin Noodles – so good! Update 10/26/24 I've had the Yi Bin Noodles three times now – they are soo good! Love this place.

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