Irvine Area | These Dishes Will Make You Eat 3 Bowls of Rice!

Today I came to Irvine for a facial treatment, and a friend recommended this restaurant in Lake Forest. It's just a short 10-15 minute drive from UCI. This place serves Sichuan cuisine, but not every dish is spicy—vegetable stir-fries and fried rice are mild, so both spice lovers and those who prefer milder flavors can enjoy a meal together. Just order what suits your taste! 🌶️ Pao Jiao Mao Du (Pickled Pepper Tripe): The tripe is fresh, tender, and crispy, coated in fiery pickled peppers—addictively spicy! Heat level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️ 🐓 La Zi Ji (Sichuan Spicy Chicken): Golden, crispy skin with tender meat (no starchy coating), mildly spicy with a hint of sweetness. The peanuts 🥜 add the perfect crunch—a true Sichuan classic. Heat level: 🌶️🌶️ 🥩 Shui Zhu Niu Rou (Sichuan Boiled Beef): Sliced beef bathed in a piping-hot chili oil broth, incredibly tender and packed with bold, spicy flavor. Every bite is satisfying! Heat level: 🌶️🌶️🌶️ Non-Spicy Options: 🍬 Handmade Ci Ba (Glutinous Rice Cake): Crispy golden exterior with a soft, chewy center, lightly sweetened and dusted with soybean powder for extra richness. #LakeForestEats #IrvineFoodie #LAFoodScene