We went there yesterday for authentic Sichuan cuisine because this place was highly praised by other Chinese and Zagat.
It was around lunch time. We were the only table there. The dishes we ordered were fine, (I would recommend it). However, we were pretty neglected after order was taken and dishes served, which means the waiter did not check on us after wards at all, we had to go to them to make additional requests, because he was sitting in another room wrapping dumplings, surely we were not happy about it.
After all, we just gave $3 for a total bill of around $50 for little service. What pissed us off was the waiter came after us questioning why there was only $3 and telling us that it should as least be 10-15%! Excuse me! Don't be ridiculous! For that kinda service? I would be happy to pay 15-20% if we were treated with more hospitality, why would you expect good tips if you are not doing you job?! He should be happy that he still got some tips!
So don't count on the service, if you don't plan to pay the waiter some good tips, be prepared for solicitations!
Pros: Pretty authentic tatse
Cons: price a bit higher than other restaurant, waiter has problem
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