Sichuan cuisine w/ customizable dry pot & classic dishes. Michelin Bib Gourmand recognized.
This Sichuan eatery is a must-visit for those seeking an authentic taste of the region. Known for its customizable dry pot, where you select your own ingredients and spice level, it offers a unique interactive dining experience. Beyond the dry pot, classic Sichuan dishes like "husband and wife" appetizer, dan dan noodles, and white fish with pickled vegetables are also highly recommended. The spice level is noted as manageable, making it accessible even for those not accustomed to extreme heat.
The restaurant specializes in Sichuan cuisine, with a strong emphasis on its customizable dry pot, where diners choose their own ingredients and spice levels. Classic Sichuan dishes like the "husband and wife" appetizer, dan dan noodles, and white fish with pickled vegetables are also popular. While many recommend the dry pot and spicy options, some customers have expressed disappointment, finding the dry pot to be watery.
"The customizable dry pot is a signature dish. Other highly recommended items include the "husband and wife" appetizer, dan dan noodles, and white fish with pickled vegetables."
Customers generally praise the restaurant for its authentic Sichuan flavors and the interactive dry pot experience. However, there are some mixed reviews regarding the dry pot, with a few finding it to be watered-down.
Important Note
Some customers have found the dry pot to be watered down, despite its general popularity.
"This commenter mentioned that Mala Project is nice and also recommended Szechuan Mountain House in the East Village."
Positive"This commenter recommended the Mala Project in the East Village, specifically suggesting the lamb dish. They also advised against eating burgers while traveling."
Positive"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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