A cozy, intimately lit basement spot serving fiery Chongqing dishes with the clandestine air of a perfect little wine bar.
Ordering Strategy
Share a variety of plates, but be mindful that portions are surprisingly generous. Pair the heavy spice and málà heat with their curated orange wines or a cold beer.
What to order
Duck Duck Rice Toast
This signature dish consists of three deep-fried, sando-style slabs so delicious they'll have you "contemplating another round," though reviewers warn that portions are already quite generous.
Grandma’s Mapo Tofu
A "big hitter" on the menu, this dish is described as rich, silky-soft, and "spicy as hell"—a substantial option guaranteed to clear your sinuses.
Medicinal Herbal Chicken Thighs
A deeply comforting family classic coated in Chinese herbs and spices that feels like a restorative meal "a loved one would make to help you feel better."
Pork Bung Bowl
An adventurous standout featuring tender pork intestine simmered in a medicinal broth, reflecting the chef's heritage and the restaurant's apothecary-inspired theme.
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Signal Score
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Top critic: London The Inside (90%)
Editorial Weight 46 pts
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Agreement 6 pts
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Coverage 4 pts
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Public Signal 13 pts
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Boosts 0 pts
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1 Elite · 1 Editorial · 2 total signals
Public signal
4.7★ (56 reviews)
Good to know
It is a highly intimate, 24-seater basement. Look out for the hidden wooden drawers filled with dried herbs built into the bespoke chairs.
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