Chengdu Gourmet（二）: Hits & Misses in Pittsburgh's Sichuan Scene

After trying multiple dishes from Chengdu Gourmet, I've noticed their flavor profile closely mirrors other local spots like Yue Bai Wei — though generally greasier and slightly pricier. Here's my honest take based on my latest order (all dish names pulled directly from Uber Eats): 🥢 Dish-by-Dish Breakdown 1. Spicy Beef Casserole Beef brisket, radish, and bamboo shoots swimming in oily red broth Dominantly salty — not spicy, not numbing, not aromatic Tasted more like a basic stew with chili oil than authentic Sichuan ⭐️ (Would not reorder) 2. Kong Pao Chicken Authentic Chinese-style — not the sweet American version! Tender chicken, peanuts, dried chilies, and Sichuan peppercorns Perfect balance of sweet, mildly spicy, and slightly numbing Flavorful and satisfying — the clear winner of the meal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Highly recommend) 💡 The Verdict Chengdu Gourmet offers real Sichuan flavors but can be inconsistent. When ordering, stick to classics like Kong Pao Chicken and avoid dishes that drown in oil without delivering depth. A decent option for cravings, but not always a home run. #ChengduGourmet #SichuanEats #PittsburghFood #KongPaoChicken #ChineseFood #HonestReview #SpicyNotOily