Sichuan Impression in Alhambra

Sichuan Impression, the newest addition to Alhambra’s vibrant culinary scene, has swiftly become a local favorite in the San Gabriel Valley, renowned for its tantalizingly spicy Sichuan cuisine. This sister branch of the famed Century City restaurant has elegantly carved its niche amidst the spicy food landscape dominated by Chengdu Taste and Chengdu Impression. For those previously daunted by endless waits at other establishments, Sichuan Impression proves to be a revelation, a beacon of culinary brilliance.My visit on a leisurely Sunday afternoon revealed an establishment that effortlessly balances demand and service. Securing a table through Yelps waiting list was a breeze, and once seated, the convenience of ordering via QR code streamlined the process. The gastronomic journey commenced with the Impressive cold noodles—a dish that impeccably marries texture with a subtle yet engaging heat, setting the stage for what was to follow.The temptation continued with the red chili oil wontons and the enticingly peppery Impressive dumplings, setting a high standard for flavor and spice. Even the classic Kungpao chicken, though not notably spicy, left an indelible mark with its perfectly crisped chicken, melded with peanuts, scallions, and dry chilies—a rendition that redefines this timeless dish.However, the true star of the evening was the toothpick mutton with cumin—a poetic indulgence, delivering a delightful two-pepper sensation that entices the taste buds and keeps you coming back for more, despite the gradually numbing ma la effect.The unanimous choice of every table, the fish in pepper corn soup, did not disappoint. Its tender, numbingly spicy essence offered a symphony of flavors—a perfect amalgamation of taste and sensation.Not only did Sichuan Impression excel in its culinary offerings, but the service was also efficient and prompt. The parking convenience, tucked away in an enclosed garage, added to the overall experience. The restaurants interior is a fusion of modern elegance and subtle Asian touches, contributing to a comfortable and inviting ambiance.In conclusion, Sichuan Impression isnt just a restaurant; its a gastronomic voyage through the numbingly spicy yet remarkably flavorful world of Sichuan cuisine. With its impressive array of dishes, efficient service, and inviting ambiance, it stands tall among the valleys culinary gems, beckoning both connoisseurs and novices alike to savor its culinary brilliance.

It’s my friends’ 2nd visit and my first time, this restaurant was Michelin guided 2021, the location is in the downtown of Alhambra, every dishes we ordered was fine taste, traditional but also creative, we finished our 7 dishes, and the dessert. And we walked to have a Taiwanese shakes tea after lunch, very satisfying!! I definitely will return with my family!

Much better than that the Sichuan Impression in Santa Monica! Dine LA restaurant week is a great deal to sample some of the most popular dishes.

I am usually biased towards a spicy chinese food, but this time I am not so impressed 😌. Been wanting to dine here since long time agoo!- Tea Smoked Pork Rib 🐽. I want to first appreciate the texture of the meat. It is so tender and it falls off the bone. However, I feel like it is bland 😢 and I wish the portion is bigger for such a high price point 😜- Boiled Fish with Rattan Pepper 🐟. one of MY FAVORITEs 💕 It is very numbing and extremely addictive. Flavorful, spicy, and they are very generous with the fish and bean sprouts. 😋- Fried Spicy Intestine. Its too crunchy that its missing the tender interior. I also think that this dish is too salty and MSG-y. 🤣- Stir-fried Chili Chicken 🐓. Same as the fried intestine, too salty and MSG-y for my liking #sorry 😢- Sauteed String Beans. My party all agrees that this is the best dish 😆! Flavorful and nicely cooked. Very recommended!!

The beef and rice was really good but the intestine (pig) soup with potatoes was beyond awful. I believed it’s due to a specific seasoning. You will have a horrible taste in your mouth and stomach. But overall, the place is decent enough to go eat just pick carefully. They were very polite and the place is super clean

This is a really cute restaurant on Main Street with a small parking garage behind the restaurant. Everything was flavorful and delicious though if I want to be picky, the toothpick lamb were a bit dry and chewy instead of being tender, so that’s the one dish I probably won’t order again. The fish soup and steamed pork bellies are both excellent.

Restaurant is nice and clean with great service. Food is hit and miss. The duck tongue is my favorite dish of the meal. The kidney was not the best in terms of quality and flavor. Noodles and wonton was average. Overall a decent experience. Portion on the small size consider the price is high.

Place is delicious and gorgeous. A great place for a date. The only reason for the 4 vs 5 stars is that I think its a bit pricey for the food. But delicious nonetheless.

Went here on a whim. Place was nice and clean. The bathroom was clean too, but only had hand dryers. Ordered the steam pork with flour and pumpkin. I thought it was pretty good. I wish the food came with rice. Its 1.50 for a bowl (I took a star off for that; for the price it should be included). I also tried the kung Pao chicken which was good too. My coworkers ordered the rose tea and they enjoyed that very much. Service was so fast, food was ready in less than 10m.

As we were waiting to be seated, we looked at the provided menus only to find out that the prices were outdated and everything was several dollars more expensive. We ordered and paid through toast. Service was excellent.We ordered the sliced kidney, boiled fish w/ rattan pepper, and sliced pork in minced garlic. The sliced pork was the best out of the three and it wasn’t spicy at all. The boiled fish was next and it was mouth numbingly delicious. The sliced kidney was alright.