Sichuan stunner w/ build-your-own dry pot & fiery flavors. Don't miss dan dan noodles!
Experience the vibrant and authentic flavors of Sichuan cuisine at this East Village favorite. Known for its customizable dry pot, where you choose your own ingredients and spice level, and classic dishes like dan dan noodles and husband and wife appetizers, there's something for every palate. The original location boasts a unique, cavernous atmosphere with exposed brick, creating a memorable dining experience.
This restaurant specializes in Sichuan cuisine, with a particular emphasis on their customizable dry pot, allowing diners to select their own meats, seafood, vegetables, and spice levels. While many praise the dry pot and classic Sichuan dishes like dan dan noodles and cold husband and wife appetizer, a few reviewers have found the dry pot to be less flavorful or watered down on occasion. The spice level is generally noted as flavorful and manageable, even at its highest.
"The customizable dry pot is a major draw, allowing diners to select their own ingredients and spice levels. Classic Sichuan dishes like dan dan noodles and the cold 'husband and wife' appetizer are also highly recommended."
Customers rave about the authentic Sichuan flavors and the highly customizable dry pot experience, though some find the dry pot can be watered down. The restaurant is widely praised for its spice levels and unique offerings.
Important Note
Some diners have reported that the dry pot can be watered down.
"This user, affiliated with Avital Experiences, mentioned Mala Project as part of their East Village food tour. The restaurant is noted for its Sichuan dry pot and holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition."
Positive"The user agreed that Mala Project is the best."
Positive"The user is obsessed with Mala Project and their dry pots."
Positive"This user points to the hottest option of drypot at MaLa Project as a very spicy choice."
Neutral"The user recalls MaLa Project as a place with a maximum spice level that was notably high."
Neutral"This user agrees that Mala Project's dry pot is not great and is interested to hear specific positive perspectives."
Negative"This user expressed disappointment with Mala Project's dry pot, finding it watered-down on two separate occasions and questioning what others liked about it."
Negative"Mala Project is mentioned as the best overall for dry pot, even though Blue Willow is noted for its flavor. Han Dynasty is criticized for being too soupy/saucy."
Positive"The commenter expresses great enjoyment and love for Mala Project."
Positive"Recommends Mala Project for Sichuan cuisine (specifically dry pot), noting it's good and offers a different experience than Szechuan Mountain House."
Positive"Recommends MaLa Project for Chinese food (dry pot)."
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