Love Sichuan noodles and dry pot series 🔥| Boston

🌶️ Little Tao: Boston’s Sichuan Paradise—Spice, Crunch, and That “Taste of Home” Kick For someone who lives for heat, this spot checks every box. Their cold noodles and dry pots? Spicy, fragrant, and so addictive you’ll keep shoveling them in. Wash it down with a bottle of Arctic Ocean soda (that classic citrusy drink) and suddenly—boom—my stomach feels like it’s back in China. 🔥 Must-Order Spicy Dishes (No Holding Back) Sichuan Cold Noodles 🍜: Two chili peppers for heat, but 10/10 for flavor. The sauce is spot-on—tangy, numbing, and so authentic it transported me. It’s exactly like the cold noodles from China’s “Spicy New Language” chain—only downside? The noodles aren’t as springy as fresh-cut ones back home. Still, worth every bite. Dry Pot Prawns and Dry Pot Pork Intestines 🦐: Three chili peppers—these are why Little Tao is my go-to for dry pot. The prawns are crispy, the intestines tender, and the sauce? A fiery mix of Sichuan peppercorn, chili, and garlic that lingers (in the best way). If you hate spice, ask for less—but where’s the fun in that? 🥢 Solid Contenders (Spice Optional) Spicy Diced Chicken (La Zi Ji) 🌶️: Loaded with meat (no hunting for scraps here) and just enough heat to tingle. Perfect for sharing. Golden Soup Fatty Beef: Creamy, slightly spicy broth with tender beef—great for cravings, but milder than the other spicy dishes. Pumpkin Cakes 🎃: Plain-looking, but surprisingly good. Soft, chewy, and subtly sweet—ideal for cooling your mouth between spicy bites. 🆕 New & Notable Braised Pork Shank: A steal at $26. Massive portion, loaded with collagen, and fall-off-the-bone tender (almost). The skin is rich, though I found it a touch salty (my partner disagreed). If the meat under the skin were softer, it’d be perfect. Garlic Ribs: Juicy, crispy, and garlicky—delicious, but I still prefer their spicy options. 😐 The “Meh” One Chengdu Braised Duck (maybe I got the name wrong?): A small casserole packed with ingredients—like a mild mao cai. Not spicy, and the flavor isn’t as bold as their other dishes. Pro tip: Add dry chili flakes at home to kick it up. 💡 Bonus Their free pickled veggies? Amazing. Spicy, tangy, and the perfect pre-meal snack. 📍 Little Tao: $40–60 per person, with portions so huge we’re on our third meal of leftovers. If you love Sichuan spice, this is non-negotiable. Hit me with your favorite dishes—I need more excuses to return. #BostonSichuan #SpiceLovers #FoodieFinds