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The real taste of Sichuan
Chengdu Taste isn't your average Chinese takeout. We specialize in authentic Sichuan cuisine — the bold, layered, mouth-numbing "mala" flavors that come from real Sichuan peppercorns and fragrant chili oil. Our menu runs deep, with more than 125 dishes spanning Sichuan, Hunan and Cantonese cooking, from fiery classics to comforting noodle soups and family-style entrees. Whether you live for heat or prefer it mild, there's something here to crave.
Everything is made with care and real technique, the way it's done back in Chengdu. Come hungry, bring your appetite for adventure, and let us show you what authentic Sichuan really tastes like.
The Menu
Explore our kitchen
Over 125 dishes, from numbing-spicy Sichuan specialties to noodle soups and family entrees. Here's where to start.
The Stars
Sichuan Specialties
Mapo tofu, dan dan noodles, chili-oil dumplings and authentic mala dishes.
What Makes It Sichuan
The magic of málà
Sichuan food is famous for one unforgettable sensation: málà — the tingling, numbing heat that comes from Sichuan peppercorns paired with fiery chilies. It's not just about being spicy; it's a complex, layered flavor that wakes up your whole palate. Add in fragrant chili oils, garlic, ginger and fermented bean pastes, and you get the deep, addictive flavors Sichuan is known for around the world.
Prefer things milder? No problem — many dishes can be made to your spice preference, and plenty of our menu isn't spicy at all. Just ask, and we'll guide you.
Guest Favorites
Dishes worth the heat
New to Sichuan, or a longtime fan? These favorites are a delicious place to dive in.
- Pork Dumplings in Chili Oil — hand-made and swimming in fragrant chili oil.
- Mapo Tofu — silky tofu in a spicy, numbing bean sauce.
- Dan Dan Noodles — savory, spicy noodles with minced pork.
- Kung Pao Chicken — with peanuts, chilies and Sichuan peppercorn.
- Special Noodle Soups — warming bowls full of flavor.
Find Us
Hours & location
You'll find us on Main Street in Pawtucket. Hours can vary, so please call (401) 729-5699 to confirm before you visit or order. See our visit page for the map and directions.
Hungry for real Sichuan?
Dine in with us in Pawtucket, or call ahead for takeout and delivery. Adventure awaits — one fiery, flavorful bite at a time.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Chengdu Taste located?
Chengdu Taste is at 701 Main St, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Call (401) 729-5699 for directions or to place an order.
What kind of food do you serve?
We specialize in authentic Sichuan Chinese cuisine, with over 125 dishes spanning Sichuan, Hunan and Cantonese cooking — including bold mala specialties, hand-made dumplings, noodle soups and family entrees.
Is the food very spicy? Are there mild options?
Many Sichuan dishes are bold and spicy, but plenty of our menu is mild or not spicy at all. We can also adjust the spice level on many dishes — just let us know your preference.
Do you offer takeout and delivery?
Yes. We offer dine-in, takeout and delivery. Call (401) 729-5699 to place an order to go.