Grand Sichuan

Finally tried dining in after ordering takeout from here many times. The peppercorn beef was my favorite! It’s very tender with a strong numbing flavor. The Zigong spicy frog with ginger was also excellent, with tender meat and a bold sour-spicy broth that goes great with rice. Great spot for anyone who loves authentic, bold Sichuan flavors！

If you’re looking for truly authentic Sichuan food in New Jersey, this place (formerly Da Sichuan, now Mala Temptation) is absolutely worth a visit. You can tell the kitchen really understands Sichuan flavors — the spice is layered, the numbing is balanced, and the aroma comes from proper technique rather than heavy oil. The spicy boiled fish was excellent (tender, clean flavor, not greasy), the Zigong ginger frog tasted fresh and well-handled, and the mao xue wang was rich but not overwhelming. The grilled fish was consistently flavorful throughout, and even the Chongqing-style noodles showed great attention to detail. This is not a toned-down version of Sichuan food — if you love real spice and depth of flavor, it’s a place you’ll want to come back to.

Spice Spirit, imo, is easily one of the best Sichuan spots in Jersey City. Such a hidden gem. Their fish and frog dishes are standouts!Both are fragrant and packed with that numbing-spicy Sichuan flavor! You can really taste the freshness and technique in every bite. I also love the open kitchen setup where you can watch the chefs cooking everything fresh to order. The heat, the aromas, and the wok action make the whole dining experience even better. Trust me, this is definitely a must-visit for Sichuan food lovers.

Small place, big surprise. One bite and I felt like I was back in Chengdu. We tried four dishes and every single one was a hit. The owner told us they just hired a chef from Mala Temptation—totally explains the flavor! Top picks: 🔥 Spicy Chicken (辣子鸡) – crispy outside, tender inside, super fragrant. 🔥 Numbing Pepper Beef (椒麻牛肉) – real Sichuan heat, spicy and addictive. 🔥 Garlic Grilled Fish (蒜香烤鱼) – fried first, full of garlic aroma; tastes even better the next day. If you love authentic spicy food, this place is a must-try!

I understand Grand Sichuan recently changed ownership/management. My family always ordered the triple vegetable. The new version is similar, but adds sweet potato and onions. It's a bit enhanced. We ordered the 1,000 pages of tofu, which was also very good. However, I felt the Sichuan peppercorn oil was excessive for my tastes, and made part of my mouth numb for a couple minutes. I wouldn't order it again unless they reduced the peppercorn oil. We ordered several lo mein dishes. The servings were quite generous. Water was served in paper cups, which was a bit unusual. Service was good. I received a free drink for an honest review.