๐ฅ Spotted a Must-Try Sichuan Spot Near Boston
Okay, not exactly "new," but word is they recently brought in a top chef from Chengdu ๐ง๐ณโฆ and honestly? Itโs better than 99% of restaurants in Boston right now. No cap. ๐งข Hereโs what stood out: ๐ Clam & Chicken Pot (โ yeah, I also just learned how to read that character ๐) Already a win for not using jalapeรฑo! Flavor is rich and savory-spicy. The red and green chilies are meaty and fresh. Clams and chicken together taste unexpectedly awesome โ like a Sichuan-style Cajun boil? If you know, you know. ๐๐ถ๏ธ ๐ Pickled Pepper Pork Kidney TENDER. Thatโs the word. Not gamey at all, great knifework. The taste? A perfect balance of spicy, sour, and slightly sweet. Super appetizing especially on a hot day. Note: not crazy spicy at first, but the heat builds after 5 mins. You can ask to adjust spice level! ๐ถ๏ธ๐ฅ ๐ Seafood Tofu Pot (Kid-friendly pick) Not your typical Cantonese-style clear broth โ this one has a salted egg yolk richness that makes the soup deeply flavorful. Seriously, so good. The shrimp were a bit overcooked though โ skipped those. ๐ฒ๐ฆ ๐ Stir-Fried Shanghai Greens Unexpected highlight! Usually just a side, but this was executed perfectly. Not oily, not undercooked. Thinly sliced garlic, wok hei on point. Probably cooked with lard โ tastes too good to be healthy. ๐ญ Ate 2.5 bowls of rice with this alone. ๐ Free Duck Neck Mildly sweet, not spicy, no ducky taste. Great for takeout. ๐ Stir-Fried Udon (For the kid) Simple, mild, non-spicy. Perfect for little ones or non-spice folks. Overall a highly satisfying meal ๐๐ Plus: the servers were actually nice?! ๐ฎ Price was fair too โ around $120 before tip. In Boston, you usually have to sacrifice one of: taste, service, or price. Here? Only thing โmehโ is the location (kinda out there). But worth a trip! ๐ Hanto Restaurant โ Ashland ๐๏ธ Nearby: Hopkinton State Park (hiking, boating), Launch Trampoline Park. Great for a family day out + meal. #BostonChinese #SichuanFood #BostonEats #SpicyLovers #FoodieBoston #StudentEats #ChengduCuisine ๐ถ๏ธ๐ฅข๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐ฆ
