Chuan Tian Xia 川天下 — Restaurant in Calgary

Your neighborhood “fly restaurant” offers the best authentic Szechuan cuisine outside of China!

The location might seem unassuming, with limited onsite parking and a simple, cozy interior. There are only a few tables, and they’re almost always occupied—a testament to the restaurant’s popularity. Hearty, delicious, and served in huge portions at competitive prices, it’s no wonder people travel from afar to eat here, highly recommended by a Calgary local friend.

The flavors are bold, spicy, and authentically Szechuan, with the perfect balance of mala (麻辣) heat and numbing sensation (you can choose the level of spiciness). Standout dishes include chili oil dumplings, crispy Chongqing-style fried chicken, Ma Po tofu and sizzling hot pot. The service is fast and efficient, though minimal on small talk—it’s all about the food here.

If you’re looking for authentic, no-frills Szechuan cooking, this hidden gem is well worth the visit. Just be prepared to wait during peak hours or...

Finally found a place that rivals the old Szechuan restaurant on 17th that closed a few years ago. We had the saliva chicken, a cold noodle dish, this fish in a spicy sauce, eggplant and pork, a lamb dish and green beans. The flavors were legit! I wish they had a salt and pepper seafood mix. I didn’t try their salt and pepper shrimp but definitely next time.

Update: came yesterday for late lunch (around 1 pm) and it was deeelicous! Had the home jelly (cold mung bean noodles); cold sliced pork, egg plant, mapo tofu, and salt and...

What's another word for authentic? Szechuan. The bold spicy flavor in the cumin mutton hit me like a storm of deliciousness. Lunch was delightful and the food kept me wanting more even though my belly kept yelling "we're full!" This is probably one of the most genuinely Szechuan restaurants that can be found in Western Canada (or so I am told). A fully packed restaurant boasts further to their exceptional taste and cozy ambiance.

This place is a hidden gem, a hole-in-the-wall, a must try. Warning, be prepared to...