"1) The ambiance is lovely, with a pleasant atmosphere and friendly staff.
2) The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the food and the restaurant's popularity.
3) The food is exceptionally well-prepared. They have taken authentic Sichuan cuisine and refined it, balancing flavors beautifully.
The highlight of the meal was the Pickled Fish, which skillfully maintained a perfect level of sourness while allowing the fish to shine, rather than being overshadowed by the pickles.
I also want to give a shout-out to the Deep-fried Shredded Eel, which was a unique and delightful "snack dish." The dessert, sesame balls, was a pleasant surprise; the sesame paste was smooth and not too strong, as it often is.
The Chicken and Lotus Root dish was executed excellently, with tender chicken and minimal bones, which is often not the case.
On the other hand, the shredded potato, sweet and sour pork, and cold pork dish were average. While they were well-prepared, they were similar to the standards I would expect in China."
