The Szechuan Restaurant

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  L C

  ·3 months ago

  “If you want tasty authentic Chinese food especially spicy Sichuan dishes this is the place👍”

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  C Fiona

  ·4 months ago

  “That Sichuan cold chicken in chili sauce is really tasty”

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  Vik P

  ·7 months ago

  “I was going to give it 2 stars but the brown runny water out my rear at 3am dropped the score. Ordered last night a Singapore chow main after my usual restaurants (top wok or taste of china) were both closed, so gave it a try. On entering apart from 1 group of half a dozen Chinese students signing karaoke (Not Eating) it was empty, looked like a bit of a dive, would never eat there but I'd say that about most takeaways. Food took about 20 mins for home and tucked in, and it tasted powdery, there was no chillies/onions/peppers, just noodles some strips of chicken and I saw 1 reasonable sized prawn (however I have half a tub left, which will now go in the bin). It tasted like they just chucked in powdered flavouring, chicken strips out the freezer at least one prawn, but I was hungry so ate half the tub which was a reasonable size. I'd expect Singapore chow main to have a slight sticky texture, like a bit of curry sauce and cooking it down and a splash of soy, but there was none. After the squits at 3am, I can only give it one star, avoid at all costs.”

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  Justin Yiu

  ·8 months ago

  “Think this is a no brainer for my fellow Chinese (international) students who long for a taste of home, or anyone craving some delicious and fairly affordable Chinese food. Everything cooked fresh, loads of ‘wok hei’, and really generous portion sizes. They never miss with their salt & pepper chicken bites, fried rice/ noodles and prawn toast. Restaurant is fairly small but can accommodate 20+ people, worth booking if you have a big group. Staff are very nice and friendly. Free prawn crackers and fortune cookies for large groups”

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  Otis Murden

  ·10 months ago

  “Absolutely fantastic food - without a doubt the best Chinese food in Loughborough and perhaps one of the best restaurants overall. Prices are low, portion sizes are generous and the staff are attentive and lovely. Greatbhoice for both a takeaway and a night dining in.”

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  Richard

  ·1 year ago

  “If you are looking for authentic Chinese food you’ll discover it here… situated on the outskirts of town it is well worth the walk… basic amenities I grant you, but that is made up for by service and food quality…..”

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  Kashifa Pyngrope

  ·1 year ago

  “The best authentic Chinese resturant in town. So far my favourite dishes includes pumpkin with duck egg, salt and pepper short rips, glass noodles with mince beef, beef with cumin and many more. For anyone looking for real Chinese cuisine, this place is a must try. You won't be disappointed.♥️”

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  World Panda

  ·2 years ago

  “Best authentic Szechuan and few other Chinese cuisines - Food is not modified to Western taste; it is the most closely eating Chinese Food in China. Personally, my retrospective memory of going to this place a decade ago, and the menu was only written in Mandarin, and I was the only western eating there surrounded by far eastern patrons. The staff by then (usually international Chinese students) read you aloud in their best English and explain each choice. The owner, a kind Chinese man, used to have several restaurants in Loughborough, including the missed MeetAll, to serve a 5-star Chinese cuisine (ornamented food that was almost a shame to be eaten). Currently, the Szechuan is up to date with Chinese/English menus and delivery service. This is an excellent opportunity to try authentic Szechuan cuisine out of China. Great Hot-Pot choice or "à-la-carte" off the Szechuan menu. Sadly, not a place to retake my old mum, with a more conventional western taste. Although, they can accommodate similar westernised food versions. The only downside is the cash-only requirement, knowing this to keep prices more affordable. Get cash in advance, or you can get it whilst they prepare your food order. For a more traditional Chinese food, there are abundant good choices around Loughborough. Plenty of Chinese/Asian/Fusion restaurants has been established in this town for extensive years, which I also endorse. Covid-secure improvements at the entrance with hand-sanitiser and acrylic dividers between tables currently in place make a meal inside as safe as possible. Food maintained the quality and consistency of always.”

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  Richard Hickling

  ·3 years ago

  “Only one waiter handling guests, delivery and phone, so service a bit chaotic, though friendly. Really good food. Szechuan - but actually serve a huge range of Chinese food. But they do have the equipment for hot-pot.”

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  Nicole Le Monnier

  ·8 years ago

  “A lovely restaurant in Loughborough with an exciting menu where you are spoilt by choice and served with beautiful plate decorations with chopsticks. Well worth a visit do not pass it by on the way to town!”