Average/standard fare Chinese food in a strip mall. The one "bonus" I would say is that it is an actual restaurant, and not your standard take-out-only place. The inside is, again, your standard sit-down Chinese place. The food is average. Typical menu items and a typical price. Service, was you guessed it, typical. Would I eat here again? Yes. If I felt like partaking in one of there lunch specials and wanted to sit down and eat. Would I get take-out from them? No, since there are better take-out places in the area.
(3)
Tim P.
Upscale and fancy are the two words that you'll never see in the same sentence with this restaurant's name. What you will hear consistently is how good the food is.... I stop in here 2-3 times per month. The ladies that work here are very nice, welcoming, and helpful. The food is always hot and tasty. I've never had a disappointing meal here. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and the meal size is usually more than you can eat at the time. When I'm passing through, I always search for more Chinese restaurants, but always wind up pulling into this lot. Its really meal good enough to tell someone about.
(4)
Michael D.
I hate to give this place such a low rating as my experiences have varied. I'll be honest and say that I've only eaten here about 4 times, as I was a always a patron of the Lee Garden in Broomall. Unfortunately, the Lee Garden has closed. My first three experiences at Szechuan Hill were great! The food was excellent and I thought I had found a replacement for the Lee Garden.... On my fourth visit I ordered the same thing I always order, the General Tso Chicken platter which includes pork fried rice and an egg roll. My wife ordered the same and we split some Wonton Soup. I went to pick up our food, and as always the cashier was friendly. I brought the food home and my wife and I enjoyed a nice dinner together. About 15 mins later I began feeling very ill and faint. (I have no allergies or food related allergies.) Long story short, I became violently ill to the point of going to the E.R. as I was unable to walk or speak. I was essentially told that the food poisoning I had received was so severe that I had gone into a form of toxic shock. I write this review not as a rant, but to bring to light the inexcusable response we received from Szechuan Hill. When my wife called to explain what happened while I was in the E.R. the owners kept repeating "no refunds". We were not looking for a refund, we were simply trying to inquire if our food was prepared separate or together as we both had the exact same meal, yet only I was sick. Overall, had I not had that experience I would have given it a 4 star.
(1)
Jennifer J.
I am so happy to have finally tried this place. We've lived in DH for four years and have been constantly searching for a good local Chinese restaurant. Our regular places have either changed ownership or lost favor. Last night we got takeout. I ordered my regular which gives me a good indication of the restaurant's abilities and freshness, shrimp and broccoli with fried rice. The shrimp were fresh and tender, the broccoli crisp and bright green, and the rice was delicious. I'm very pleased. Hubs had sweet and sour chicken and gave me a thumbs up. We enjoyed our tv and takeout night.
(5)
Karen S.
This has been our go to Chinese restaurant for years, but tonight is the last time we will go there. My last 3 meals from there have been disappointing and tonight the spare ribs I ordered were sour. I told the waitress and the person who took my money and neither were concerned. Not going back.
(1)
Steven B.
There are so many Chinese places in this area that a diner can afford to be picky. This place is just fine for take out but there is nothing that makes it stand out. If I'm driving by and in a hurry it will do. Ditto regarding eating in. In either case if you take a very few minutes to drive to Lucky Dragon or Sampan in Havertown you will have a better experience.
(3)
Randy Z.
Something has happened to the best Chinese restaurant in Drexel Hill. I have a theory in two words... no adults. In my last two visits (Spring 2014) there were no adults in the patron area to handle concerns that cropped up - twice being service, once being food. On visit #1 I requested brown rice instead of rice noodles in one of their specials. "No, we can't change it. It comes with noodles." I asked 'Really? ... what would happen?' "That's not how we make it." ?.. (so?) This resulted in a teen conclave and they, reluctantly?, agreed to make it. It was delicious ... why wouldn't it be. No apology from them. On visit #2 I asked for white sauce on a different special. "That won't be good." the waitress said. Ok, how come? There's nothing in there but ordinary ingredients and peanuts and bean sprouts. ??? Ok, again they gave in to a severely benign request. I asked for it a little spicy, standard request, never a problem before. Dish arrived, sauce was not white, but golden, and was not just spicy... but 10x as spicy .. liquid salt (and I do like salt). "This is not white sauce. And it's a little spicy ... why don't you take a taste?" ... "Yes, it is." "I think you should look again." Teen conclave #2. No answer whatsoever. No offer to fix it. No offer to order something else. I think that's enough. I'll wait for someone to post that their situation has been resolved.
(1)
Dave W.
When I first met my future wife, I suggested we grab some lunch, and she didn't hesitate to say "Szechuan Hill!" Her good taste in food was a great sign of things to come! The decor -- older, but clean and in great shape. Who cares, you're here for the food. You really can't go wrong here -- For starters, try the Chi-Yang Chicken, which is spicy, crispy, and to die for. Or if Lo Mein is your thing, take your pick -- Pork, Chicken, Shrimp, etc...all excellent. Combined with a egg roll that is stuffed, and a hot bowl of their wonton, it's an excellent meal. In addition, Sze Hill also offers some great dine-in lunch combinations that will fill even the hungriest in your group for a fraction of the price. 10+ years later, we still make it a priority to eat here when in the area. Chinese food done right.
(5)
Thomas S.
Love this restaurant. The staff is attentive and friendly. Food is good and their prices are very reasonable. I ordered the lemon chicken tonight and was disappointed b/c it came w/lettuce, lemon sauce, pineapple, rice and a cherry. I was expecting veggies and rice for dinner. It was more like an appetizer w/plenty of crusted chicken breast (needed salt). Don't get me wrong, good but not dinner. And yes, I should have asked. No worries I will return!
(4)
Jerry T.
Have been going here for years. One of the better Chinese restaurants around. Clean, bright, and food has always been good. Try the 310 chicken.
(4)
Michael C.
I've been eating at Szechuan Hill for well over 15 years and my family absolutely loves this restaurant. My wife and I married in early September and we selected Szechuan Hill to be the location of a very tiny wedding reception for only immediate family members. We reserved the large table in front of the kitchen area and brought my flat-panel TV with built-in DVD so we could play the wedding DVD as we ate our meal. The staff was very accommodating, even allowing us to use their extension chord. Nobody minded that we were having a blast at the table, watching a wedding DVD, and enjoying our food. For $100, a group of 8 people had a wonderful meal and a night to remember. But getting back to the food... This place has terrific Chinese food. It's rated 4 stars for a reason; It's delicious! Let me just say one thing though about the last review someone left regarding this restaurant... The last reviewer claims he's eaten here 4 times and recently got some sort of food poisoning and it was so bad it caused toxic shock and he couldn't walk or talk. Uhhh...Do you think your sickness could have been due to something ELSE, bro?! I had the same exact meal he had (the General Tso's chicken combo platter with wonton soup) and didn't have a toxic event happen to me.
(4)
Pat D.
Had high expectations from the reviews. Tried the General Tso's since it was so highly recommended. So disappointed. So dry and tough and tasted like it was burnt. Not spicy at all, and I'm not a big fan of spice. If I could give that 1 star I would. Best part of the meal was probably the egg roll. Other items were OK, but nothing special. May try them again for something different on the menu.
(3)
Elizabeth P.
Love this place. Miss my favorite server, George! While I stick to my favorites, they are always done right. This is also the only Chinese place I will get shrimp, as it is always cooked perfectly regardless of the preparation. I had a different Chinese restaurant last night and it just made me want Szechuan Hill more! The decor is kind of outdated and I'm pretty sure they play the same CD on repeat, but the restaurant is always very clean and I love the tea and the Chinese noodles they give you when you're there, so I don't mind the decor at all. Give it a try if you're ever in the area and like Chinese food.
(5)
Joe P.
Been going here for 15 years. My go to Chinese spot in the area. Best in town. Service is good, people are friendly. Takeout can be busy at times but that shows how good this place is. The chicken and broccoli is excellent, so is the pork. Spring and egg rolls both good. Hot and sour soup is excellent, as is the won ton soup. The fried rice and lo mein are great too. I have noticed that sometimes the meals some out differently which leads me to believe there may be different chefs at certain times. They could use more specials but the quality can make up for the extra cost. Otherwise, amazingly good and everyone I know in the area goes there.
(4)
Rachel P.
FOLLOW UP: Met a super awesome girl who works here. She IS super friendly, and the food is always awesome, and it's a very clean establishment. :) good job.
(5)
Kelly S.
I love this place and come at least once a month for lunch. I have been here twice for dinner but my husband doesn't particularly like it so we choose it as a dinner option. I usually come with my kids for lunch on Saturdays because it is our time together. I love coming here because they know what my kids and I like and always make sure that we have everything that we need. The place is a typical Chinese restaurant with take-out options but I always eat in. It iisn't very fancy but the decor is bright and there is always plenty of seating. I love the hot and sour soup here because it is flavored well and uses my favorite canned mushroom slices. I'm sure a lot of people would disagree with me but I grew up working in a Chinese restaurant and love Chinese take out food...lol. I usually get the Kung Pao Chicken or Garlic Chicken lunch specials. I love both because of the texture and crunch of the veggies. The Garlic Chicken does come spicy but I always add hot oil to everything I eat with this included. I LOVE spice! My kids always get the hot and sour soup (which tells you that it isn't "hot" at all) but they love it. They also get the chicken skewers which are charbroiled and tasty. The spring rolls are crunchy and have small shrimps within. Sometimes they are a little greasy but that is to be expected with fried food typically. Service is great here. The guy that waits on us typically knows that I like hot oil and that my kids like extra cherries, so we are always well taken care of. The free hot tea and fried noodles are given to every table and we always enjoy it while waiting for our food. All in all, not a fancy restaurant, but that's not why we come here. Food is fresh and delicious with good service...what more can a girl ask for?!
(5)
Jennifer W.
What does a family of three do after arriving home a day early from their shore vacation thanks to hurricane Irene? Go straight to Drexel Hill for fine Chinese food, of course. We usually go to Samuri Steak House a few doors down and strangely, we never dined at Szechuan Hill before. The wonton soup had three wontons in the cup instead of the usual two at other restaurants. I ordered the garlic chicken platter. Granted, the menu indicated one pepper's worth of spiciness and I thought, sure, I'm game. Well, Holy Toledo, batman! My sinuses are still scarred two days later. Okay, not really, but that was not expected! The egg roll was crisp on the outside and not at all greasy. My son approved of the egg foo young and my husband had moo shoo beef. The portions were generous and arrived relatively quickly after ordering. As someone who often finds Chinese restaurants kind of dark and claustrophobia-inducing, I appreciated the bright decor and high ceilings. Not particularly high-end, but aesthetically pleasing nonetheless. Overall, a nice place to go if you're in the area, but probably not worth traveling a great distance.
(4)
JJ M.
If you are a Havertonian fan of Chinese food, you probably have your favorite spot. Szechuan Hill, Lei Lei, Hibachi, Dragon, Sampan - there are many to chose from. Every once in a while, a new contender pops in and your loyalty may waver for a bit, but I will bet you a couple of egg rolls that you eventually return to your roots. Szechuan Hill is that place for us. As newlyweds, we had a nearby apartment and SH was our spot for Chinese - eat in or take out. In the 20 some years since, we've moved around, tried many alternatives. Still, when in H'Town (where we live now) we would rather pick up at SH than get delivery from anywhere else. The food is darn good and exactly what you would expect from a restaurant of its genre and era. We play it safe here - pork, chicken, veggie - occasionally some beef or shrimp. Last night, we had the Chicken Chow Mien, Sesame Chicken, Tai Chin Beef, soup, egg rolls, dumplings, noodles and fried rice all for under $40. The menu mainstays are always well prepared, generous and in our experience, never subject to the pitfalls of poorly executed Chinese cuisine. Service is fine, decor is traditional and the food keeps us coming back.
(3)
Mister R.
They say 20 minutes but they mean an hour. Food is good. Takeout takes forever. They blame it on the coupons. If you see this trend weekend on weekend time to hire additional staff to help address the demand issue. After an hour five minute wait I finally left. That last time I take away for here.
(3)
Lyn P.
Dined with friends last night. We ordered the tofu General Tso's, vegetable lomein, spring rolls, cheese wontons, egg drop soup, sweet & sour shrimp, the equivalent of General Tso's Shrimp, shrimp with broccoli and yet another shrimp and broccoli dinner, I think it had cashews on top. Can you tell it was a Friday night during Lent? Every dish was promptly served and very hot, however, our waitress seemed a bit inexperienced, but very nice and wanted to get our order correct! Of course, will always go back to this local favorite spot. BYOB too!
(3)
Monica B.
This place has been around for twenty (?) years. They must be doing something right! Predictable Chinese fare, but fast and happy service.
(4)
Geoff A.
would say the best Chinese food in the area. The food is always fresh, my kids love the fried wonton and duck sauce. The string bean chicken for dinner is great, they hand string the beans every day in the dining room. It doesn't get much better.
(5)
Lloyd F.
Very good and inexpensive food
(4)
Bob C.
Clean and well lit, good food with great portions. My top choice for Chinese whenever I'm in the area. Spicy chicken with orange flavor is my fav.
(5)
P T.
This place has great food, friendly people, and great prices; enough said.
Average/standard fare Chinese food in a strip mall. The one "bonus" I would say is that it is an actual restaurant, and not your standard take-out-only place. The inside is, again, your standard sit-down Chinese place. The food is average. Typical menu items and a typical price. Service, was you guessed it, typical. Would I eat here again? Yes. If I felt like partaking in one of there lunch specials and wanted to sit down and eat. Would I get take-out from them? No, since there are better take-out places in the area.
(3)
Tim P.
Upscale and fancy are the two words that you'll never see in the same sentence with this restaurant's name. What you will hear consistently is how good the food is.... I stop in here 2-3 times per month. The ladies that work here are very nice, welcoming, and helpful. The food is always hot and tasty. I've never had a disappointing meal here. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and the meal size is usually more than you can eat at the time. When I'm passing through, I always search for more Chinese restaurants, but always wind up pulling into this lot. Its really meal good enough to tell someone about.
(4)
Jerry T.
Have been going here for years. One of the better Chinese restaurants around. Clean, bright, and food has always been good. Try the 310 chicken.
(4)
Michael D.
I hate to give this place such a low rating as my experiences have varied. I'll be honest and say that I've only eaten here about 4 times, as I was a always a patron of the Lee Garden in Broomall. Unfortunately, the Lee Garden has closed. My first three experiences at Szechuan Hill were great! The food was excellent and I thought I had found a replacement for the Lee Garden.... On my fourth visit I ordered the same thing I always order, the General Tso Chicken platter which includes pork fried rice and an egg roll. My wife ordered the same and we split some Wonton Soup. I went to pick up our food, and as always the cashier was friendly. I brought the food home and my wife and I enjoyed a nice dinner together. About 15 mins later I began feeling very ill and faint. (I have no allergies or food related allergies.) Long story short, I became violently ill to the point of going to the E.R. as I was unable to walk or speak. I was essentially told that the food poisoning I had received was so severe that I had gone into a form of toxic shock. I write this review not as a rant, but to bring to light the inexcusable response we received from Szechuan Hill. When my wife called to explain what happened while I was in the E.R. the owners kept repeating "no refunds". We were not looking for a refund, we were simply trying to inquire if our food was prepared separate or together as we both had the exact same meal, yet only I was sick. Overall, had I not had that experience I would have given it a 4 star.
(1)
Jennifer J.
I am so happy to have finally tried this place. We've lived in DH for four years and have been constantly searching for a good local Chinese restaurant. Our regular places have either changed ownership or lost favor. Last night we got takeout. I ordered my regular which gives me a good indication of the restaurant's abilities and freshness, shrimp and broccoli with fried rice. The shrimp were fresh and tender, the broccoli crisp and bright green, and the rice was delicious. I'm very pleased. Hubs had sweet and sour chicken and gave me a thumbs up. We enjoyed our tv and takeout night.
(5)
Michael C.
I've been eating at Szechuan Hill for well over 15 years and my family absolutely loves this restaurant. My wife and I married in early September and we selected Szechuan Hill to be the location of a very tiny wedding reception for only immediate family members. We reserved the large table in front of the kitchen area and brought my flat-panel TV with built-in DVD so we could play the wedding DVD as we ate our meal. The staff was very accommodating, even allowing us to use their extension chord. Nobody minded that we were having a blast at the table, watching a wedding DVD, and enjoying our food. For $100, a group of 8 people had a wonderful meal and a night to remember. But getting back to the food... This place has terrific Chinese food. It's rated 4 stars for a reason; It's delicious! Let me just say one thing though about the last review someone left regarding this restaurant... The last reviewer claims he's eaten here 4 times and recently got some sort of food poisoning and it was so bad it caused toxic shock and he couldn't walk or talk. Uhhh...Do you think your sickness could have been due to something ELSE, bro?! I had the same exact meal he had (the General Tso's chicken combo platter with wonton soup) and didn't have a toxic event happen to me.
(4)
Pat D.
Had high expectations from the reviews. Tried the General Tso's since it was so highly recommended. So disappointed. So dry and tough and tasted like it was burnt. Not spicy at all, and I'm not a big fan of spice. If I could give that 1 star I would. Best part of the meal was probably the egg roll. Other items were OK, but nothing special. May try them again for something different on the menu.
(3)
Elizabeth P.
Love this place. Miss my favorite server, George! While I stick to my favorites, they are always done right. This is also the only Chinese place I will get shrimp, as it is always cooked perfectly regardless of the preparation. I had a different Chinese restaurant last night and it just made me want Szechuan Hill more! The decor is kind of outdated and I'm pretty sure they play the same CD on repeat, but the restaurant is always very clean and I love the tea and the Chinese noodles they give you when you're there, so I don't mind the decor at all. Give it a try if you're ever in the area and like Chinese food.
(5)
Joe P.
Been going here for 15 years. My go to Chinese spot in the area. Best in town. Service is good, people are friendly. Takeout can be busy at times but that shows how good this place is. The chicken and broccoli is excellent, so is the pork. Spring and egg rolls both good. Hot and sour soup is excellent, as is the won ton soup. The fried rice and lo mein are great too. I have noticed that sometimes the meals some out differently which leads me to believe there may be different chefs at certain times. They could use more specials but the quality can make up for the extra cost. Otherwise, amazingly good and everyone I know in the area goes there.
(4)
Rachel P.
FOLLOW UP: Met a super awesome girl who works here. She IS super friendly, and the food is always awesome, and it's a very clean establishment. :) good job.
(5)
Karen S.
This has been our go to Chinese restaurant for years, but tonight is the last time we will go there. My last 3 meals from there have been disappointing and tonight the spare ribs I ordered were sour. I told the waitress and the person who took my money and neither were concerned. Not going back.
(1)
Steven B.
There are so many Chinese places in this area that a diner can afford to be picky. This place is just fine for take out but there is nothing that makes it stand out. If I'm driving by and in a hurry it will do. Ditto regarding eating in. In either case if you take a very few minutes to drive to Lucky Dragon or Sampan in Havertown you will have a better experience.
(3)
Randy Z.
Something has happened to the best Chinese restaurant in Drexel Hill. I have a theory in two words... no adults. In my last two visits (Spring 2014) there were no adults in the patron area to handle concerns that cropped up - twice being service, once being food. On visit #1 I requested brown rice instead of rice noodles in one of their specials. "No, we can't change it. It comes with noodles." I asked 'Really? ... what would happen?' "That's not how we make it." ?.. (so?) This resulted in a teen conclave and they, reluctantly?, agreed to make it. It was delicious ... why wouldn't it be. No apology from them. On visit #2 I asked for white sauce on a different special. "That won't be good." the waitress said. Ok, how come? There's nothing in there but ordinary ingredients and peanuts and bean sprouts. ??? Ok, again they gave in to a severely benign request. I asked for it a little spicy, standard request, never a problem before. Dish arrived, sauce was not white, but golden, and was not just spicy... but 10x as spicy .. liquid salt (and I do like salt). "This is not white sauce. And it's a little spicy ... why don't you take a taste?" ... "Yes, it is." "I think you should look again." Teen conclave #2. No answer whatsoever. No offer to fix it. No offer to order something else. I think that's enough. I'll wait for someone to post that their situation has been resolved.
(1)
Dave W.
When I first met my future wife, I suggested we grab some lunch, and she didn't hesitate to say "Szechuan Hill!" Her good taste in food was a great sign of things to come! The decor -- older, but clean and in great shape. Who cares, you're here for the food. You really can't go wrong here -- For starters, try the Chi-Yang Chicken, which is spicy, crispy, and to die for. Or if Lo Mein is your thing, take your pick -- Pork, Chicken, Shrimp, etc...all excellent. Combined with a egg roll that is stuffed, and a hot bowl of their wonton, it's an excellent meal. In addition, Sze Hill also offers some great dine-in lunch combinations that will fill even the hungriest in your group for a fraction of the price. 10+ years later, we still make it a priority to eat here when in the area. Chinese food done right.
(5)
Thomas S.
Love this restaurant. The staff is attentive and friendly. Food is good and their prices are very reasonable. I ordered the lemon chicken tonight and was disappointed b/c it came w/lettuce, lemon sauce, pineapple, rice and a cherry. I was expecting veggies and rice for dinner. It was more like an appetizer w/plenty of crusted chicken breast (needed salt). Don't get me wrong, good but not dinner. And yes, I should have asked. No worries I will return!
(4)
Kelly S.
I love this place and come at least once a month for lunch. I have been here twice for dinner but my husband doesn't particularly like it so we choose it as a dinner option. I usually come with my kids for lunch on Saturdays because it is our time together. I love coming here because they know what my kids and I like and always make sure that we have everything that we need. The place is a typical Chinese restaurant with take-out options but I always eat in. It iisn't very fancy but the decor is bright and there is always plenty of seating. I love the hot and sour soup here because it is flavored well and uses my favorite canned mushroom slices. I'm sure a lot of people would disagree with me but I grew up working in a Chinese restaurant and love Chinese take out food...lol. I usually get the Kung Pao Chicken or Garlic Chicken lunch specials. I love both because of the texture and crunch of the veggies. The Garlic Chicken does come spicy but I always add hot oil to everything I eat with this included. I LOVE spice! My kids always get the hot and sour soup (which tells you that it isn't "hot" at all) but they love it. They also get the chicken skewers which are charbroiled and tasty. The spring rolls are crunchy and have small shrimps within. Sometimes they are a little greasy but that is to be expected with fried food typically. Service is great here. The guy that waits on us typically knows that I like hot oil and that my kids like extra cherries, so we are always well taken care of. The free hot tea and fried noodles are given to every table and we always enjoy it while waiting for our food. All in all, not a fancy restaurant, but that's not why we come here. Food is fresh and delicious with good service...what more can a girl ask for?!
(5)
Jennifer W.
What does a family of three do after arriving home a day early from their shore vacation thanks to hurricane Irene? Go straight to Drexel Hill for fine Chinese food, of course. We usually go to Samuri Steak House a few doors down and strangely, we never dined at Szechuan Hill before. The wonton soup had three wontons in the cup instead of the usual two at other restaurants. I ordered the garlic chicken platter. Granted, the menu indicated one pepper's worth of spiciness and I thought, sure, I'm game. Well, Holy Toledo, batman! My sinuses are still scarred two days later. Okay, not really, but that was not expected! The egg roll was crisp on the outside and not at all greasy. My son approved of the egg foo young and my husband had moo shoo beef. The portions were generous and arrived relatively quickly after ordering. As someone who often finds Chinese restaurants kind of dark and claustrophobia-inducing, I appreciated the bright decor and high ceilings. Not particularly high-end, but aesthetically pleasing nonetheless. Overall, a nice place to go if you're in the area, but probably not worth traveling a great distance.
(4)
JJ M.
If you are a Havertonian fan of Chinese food, you probably have your favorite spot. Szechuan Hill, Lei Lei, Hibachi, Dragon, Sampan - there are many to chose from. Every once in a while, a new contender pops in and your loyalty may waver for a bit, but I will bet you a couple of egg rolls that you eventually return to your roots. Szechuan Hill is that place for us. As newlyweds, we had a nearby apartment and SH was our spot for Chinese - eat in or take out. In the 20 some years since, we've moved around, tried many alternatives. Still, when in H'Town (where we live now) we would rather pick up at SH than get delivery from anywhere else. The food is darn good and exactly what you would expect from a restaurant of its genre and era. We play it safe here - pork, chicken, veggie - occasionally some beef or shrimp. Last night, we had the Chicken Chow Mien, Sesame Chicken, Tai Chin Beef, soup, egg rolls, dumplings, noodles and fried rice all for under $40. The menu mainstays are always well prepared, generous and in our experience, never subject to the pitfalls of poorly executed Chinese cuisine. Service is fine, decor is traditional and the food keeps us coming back.
(3)
Mister R.
They say 20 minutes but they mean an hour. Food is good. Takeout takes forever. They blame it on the coupons. If you see this trend weekend on weekend time to hire additional staff to help address the demand issue. After an hour five minute wait I finally left. That last time I take away for here.
(3)
Lyn P.
Dined with friends last night. We ordered the tofu General Tso's, vegetable lomein, spring rolls, cheese wontons, egg drop soup, sweet & sour shrimp, the equivalent of General Tso's Shrimp, shrimp with broccoli and yet another shrimp and broccoli dinner, I think it had cashews on top. Can you tell it was a Friday night during Lent? Every dish was promptly served and very hot, however, our waitress seemed a bit inexperienced, but very nice and wanted to get our order correct! Of course, will always go back to this local favorite spot. BYOB too!
(3)
Monica B.
This place has been around for twenty (?) years. They must be doing something right! Predictable Chinese fare, but fast and happy service.
(4)
Geoff A.
would say the best Chinese food in the area. The food is always fresh, my kids love the fried wonton and duck sauce. The string bean chicken for dinner is great, they hand string the beans every day in the dining room. It doesn't get much better.
(5)
Lloyd F.
Very good and inexpensive food
(4)
Bob C.
Clean and well lit, good food with great portions. My top choice for Chinese whenever I'm in the area. Spicy chicken with orange flavor is my fav.
(5)
P T.
This place has great food, friendly people, and great prices; enough said.
(5)
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Address :1238 Township Line Rd
Drexel Hill, PA, 19026
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes
The popularity of Chinese food in America can be adjudicated by the appearance of China Town in many major cities in the United State of America. The popular trend of ordering or opting for Chinese take away food isn't unknown in America. Chinese take away food comes to rescue when you're too tired from work or too exhausted to cook. No one can resist the temptation of eating spicy noodles, shrimp, chicken, beef or pork cooked in the sweet and spicy sauce. The cooking method of authentic Chinese food is a lot different compared to what is served in America.
Generally, Chinese use dark meat small bones and organs to cook dishes but this changes when you are eating American-Chinese fusion food prepared using white boneless meat cooked with broccoli, carrots and onions. Back in China, the food is less spicy and oily as they favor steaming and braising method for cooking the most popular dishes. So, if you have a taste for authentic Chinese food, then try finding a real Chinese restaurant in the city. You can also try the most popular fusion Chinese food like Pecking Duck, Chicken Feet, Hot Pot, Shrimp Dumpling Soup, Mapo Tofu, Wontons, Chop Suey, Egg Rolls and not to forget Fortune Cookies.
There are not many restaurants in America serving authentic Chinese food. A little research on Restaurant Listings directory can help you locate the best Chinese restaurants in the city. Chinese cuisine is continuously evolving, and you can find a variety of dishes categorized as the food for lactose intolerant, gluten intolerant, vegan, vegetarian, and diabetic friendly. So, if you have a group of friends with different taste patterns, save the hassle and visit the nearest Chinese restaurant in your city.
Chris D.
Love this place! Haven't been there in a while but hopefully will be going back soon! My fiancé and I got hooked and literally went every day for a week, then once a week for a while. The steamed pork dumplings are amazing! Chicken & broccoli is always my go to and they didn't disappoint! Also love the tea they give you. Always a pleasant experience.
(5)Tim S.
Average/standard fare Chinese food in a strip mall. The one "bonus" I would say is that it is an actual restaurant, and not your standard take-out-only place. The inside is, again, your standard sit-down Chinese place. The food is average. Typical menu items and a typical price. Service, was you guessed it, typical. Would I eat here again? Yes. If I felt like partaking in one of there lunch specials and wanted to sit down and eat. Would I get take-out from them? No, since there are better take-out places in the area.
(3)Tim P.
Upscale and fancy are the two words that you'll never see in the same sentence with this restaurant's name. What you will hear consistently is how good the food is.... I stop in here 2-3 times per month. The ladies that work here are very nice, welcoming, and helpful. The food is always hot and tasty. I've never had a disappointing meal here. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and the meal size is usually more than you can eat at the time. When I'm passing through, I always search for more Chinese restaurants, but always wind up pulling into this lot. Its really meal good enough to tell someone about.
(4)Michael D.
I hate to give this place such a low rating as my experiences have varied. I'll be honest and say that I've only eaten here about 4 times, as I was a always a patron of the Lee Garden in Broomall. Unfortunately, the Lee Garden has closed. My first three experiences at Szechuan Hill were great! The food was excellent and I thought I had found a replacement for the Lee Garden.... On my fourth visit I ordered the same thing I always order, the General Tso Chicken platter which includes pork fried rice and an egg roll. My wife ordered the same and we split some Wonton Soup. I went to pick up our food, and as always the cashier was friendly. I brought the food home and my wife and I enjoyed a nice dinner together. About 15 mins later I began feeling very ill and faint. (I have no allergies or food related allergies.) Long story short, I became violently ill to the point of going to the E.R. as I was unable to walk or speak. I was essentially told that the food poisoning I had received was so severe that I had gone into a form of toxic shock. I write this review not as a rant, but to bring to light the inexcusable response we received from Szechuan Hill. When my wife called to explain what happened while I was in the E.R. the owners kept repeating "no refunds". We were not looking for a refund, we were simply trying to inquire if our food was prepared separate or together as we both had the exact same meal, yet only I was sick. Overall, had I not had that experience I would have given it a 4 star.
(1)Jennifer J.
I am so happy to have finally tried this place. We've lived in DH for four years and have been constantly searching for a good local Chinese restaurant. Our regular places have either changed ownership or lost favor. Last night we got takeout. I ordered my regular which gives me a good indication of the restaurant's abilities and freshness, shrimp and broccoli with fried rice. The shrimp were fresh and tender, the broccoli crisp and bright green, and the rice was delicious. I'm very pleased. Hubs had sweet and sour chicken and gave me a thumbs up. We enjoyed our tv and takeout night.
(5)Karen S.
This has been our go to Chinese restaurant for years, but tonight is the last time we will go there. My last 3 meals from there have been disappointing and tonight the spare ribs I ordered were sour. I told the waitress and the person who took my money and neither were concerned. Not going back.
(1)Steven B.
There are so many Chinese places in this area that a diner can afford to be picky. This place is just fine for take out but there is nothing that makes it stand out. If I'm driving by and in a hurry it will do. Ditto regarding eating in. In either case if you take a very few minutes to drive to Lucky Dragon or Sampan in Havertown you will have a better experience.
(3)Randy Z.
Something has happened to the best Chinese restaurant in Drexel Hill. I have a theory in two words... no adults. In my last two visits (Spring 2014) there were no adults in the patron area to handle concerns that cropped up - twice being service, once being food. On visit #1 I requested brown rice instead of rice noodles in one of their specials. "No, we can't change it. It comes with noodles." I asked 'Really? ... what would happen?' "That's not how we make it." ?.. (so?) This resulted in a teen conclave and they, reluctantly?, agreed to make it. It was delicious ... why wouldn't it be. No apology from them. On visit #2 I asked for white sauce on a different special. "That won't be good." the waitress said. Ok, how come? There's nothing in there but ordinary ingredients and peanuts and bean sprouts. ??? Ok, again they gave in to a severely benign request. I asked for it a little spicy, standard request, never a problem before. Dish arrived, sauce was not white, but golden, and was not just spicy... but 10x as spicy .. liquid salt (and I do like salt). "This is not white sauce. And it's a little spicy ... why don't you take a taste?" ... "Yes, it is." "I think you should look again." Teen conclave #2. No answer whatsoever. No offer to fix it. No offer to order something else. I think that's enough. I'll wait for someone to post that their situation has been resolved.
(1)Dave W.
When I first met my future wife, I suggested we grab some lunch, and she didn't hesitate to say "Szechuan Hill!" Her good taste in food was a great sign of things to come! The decor -- older, but clean and in great shape. Who cares, you're here for the food. You really can't go wrong here -- For starters, try the Chi-Yang Chicken, which is spicy, crispy, and to die for. Or if Lo Mein is your thing, take your pick -- Pork, Chicken, Shrimp, etc...all excellent. Combined with a egg roll that is stuffed, and a hot bowl of their wonton, it's an excellent meal. In addition, Sze Hill also offers some great dine-in lunch combinations that will fill even the hungriest in your group for a fraction of the price. 10+ years later, we still make it a priority to eat here when in the area. Chinese food done right.
(5)Thomas S.
Love this restaurant. The staff is attentive and friendly. Food is good and their prices are very reasonable. I ordered the lemon chicken tonight and was disappointed b/c it came w/lettuce, lemon sauce, pineapple, rice and a cherry. I was expecting veggies and rice for dinner. It was more like an appetizer w/plenty of crusted chicken breast (needed salt). Don't get me wrong, good but not dinner. And yes, I should have asked. No worries I will return!
(4)Jerry T.
Have been going here for years. One of the better Chinese restaurants around. Clean, bright, and food has always been good. Try the 310 chicken.
(4)Michael C.
I've been eating at Szechuan Hill for well over 15 years and my family absolutely loves this restaurant. My wife and I married in early September and we selected Szechuan Hill to be the location of a very tiny wedding reception for only immediate family members. We reserved the large table in front of the kitchen area and brought my flat-panel TV with built-in DVD so we could play the wedding DVD as we ate our meal. The staff was very accommodating, even allowing us to use their extension chord. Nobody minded that we were having a blast at the table, watching a wedding DVD, and enjoying our food. For $100, a group of 8 people had a wonderful meal and a night to remember. But getting back to the food... This place has terrific Chinese food. It's rated 4 stars for a reason; It's delicious! Let me just say one thing though about the last review someone left regarding this restaurant... The last reviewer claims he's eaten here 4 times and recently got some sort of food poisoning and it was so bad it caused toxic shock and he couldn't walk or talk. Uhhh...Do you think your sickness could have been due to something ELSE, bro?! I had the same exact meal he had (the General Tso's chicken combo platter with wonton soup) and didn't have a toxic event happen to me.
(4)Pat D.
Had high expectations from the reviews. Tried the General Tso's since it was so highly recommended. So disappointed. So dry and tough and tasted like it was burnt. Not spicy at all, and I'm not a big fan of spice. If I could give that 1 star I would. Best part of the meal was probably the egg roll. Other items were OK, but nothing special. May try them again for something different on the menu.
(3)Elizabeth P.
Love this place. Miss my favorite server, George! While I stick to my favorites, they are always done right. This is also the only Chinese place I will get shrimp, as it is always cooked perfectly regardless of the preparation. I had a different Chinese restaurant last night and it just made me want Szechuan Hill more! The decor is kind of outdated and I'm pretty sure they play the same CD on repeat, but the restaurant is always very clean and I love the tea and the Chinese noodles they give you when you're there, so I don't mind the decor at all. Give it a try if you're ever in the area and like Chinese food.
(5)Joe P.
Been going here for 15 years. My go to Chinese spot in the area. Best in town. Service is good, people are friendly. Takeout can be busy at times but that shows how good this place is. The chicken and broccoli is excellent, so is the pork. Spring and egg rolls both good. Hot and sour soup is excellent, as is the won ton soup. The fried rice and lo mein are great too. I have noticed that sometimes the meals some out differently which leads me to believe there may be different chefs at certain times. They could use more specials but the quality can make up for the extra cost. Otherwise, amazingly good and everyone I know in the area goes there.
(4)Rachel P.
FOLLOW UP: Met a super awesome girl who works here. She IS super friendly, and the food is always awesome, and it's a very clean establishment. :) good job.
(5)Kelly S.
I love this place and come at least once a month for lunch. I have been here twice for dinner but my husband doesn't particularly like it so we choose it as a dinner option. I usually come with my kids for lunch on Saturdays because it is our time together. I love coming here because they know what my kids and I like and always make sure that we have everything that we need. The place is a typical Chinese restaurant with take-out options but I always eat in. It iisn't very fancy but the decor is bright and there is always plenty of seating. I love the hot and sour soup here because it is flavored well and uses my favorite canned mushroom slices. I'm sure a lot of people would disagree with me but I grew up working in a Chinese restaurant and love Chinese take out food...lol. I usually get the Kung Pao Chicken or Garlic Chicken lunch specials. I love both because of the texture and crunch of the veggies. The Garlic Chicken does come spicy but I always add hot oil to everything I eat with this included. I LOVE spice! My kids always get the hot and sour soup (which tells you that it isn't "hot" at all) but they love it. They also get the chicken skewers which are charbroiled and tasty. The spring rolls are crunchy and have small shrimps within. Sometimes they are a little greasy but that is to be expected with fried food typically. Service is great here. The guy that waits on us typically knows that I like hot oil and that my kids like extra cherries, so we are always well taken care of. The free hot tea and fried noodles are given to every table and we always enjoy it while waiting for our food. All in all, not a fancy restaurant, but that's not why we come here. Food is fresh and delicious with good service...what more can a girl ask for?!
(5)Jennifer W.
What does a family of three do after arriving home a day early from their shore vacation thanks to hurricane Irene? Go straight to Drexel Hill for fine Chinese food, of course. We usually go to Samuri Steak House a few doors down and strangely, we never dined at Szechuan Hill before. The wonton soup had three wontons in the cup instead of the usual two at other restaurants. I ordered the garlic chicken platter. Granted, the menu indicated one pepper's worth of spiciness and I thought, sure, I'm game. Well, Holy Toledo, batman! My sinuses are still scarred two days later. Okay, not really, but that was not expected! The egg roll was crisp on the outside and not at all greasy. My son approved of the egg foo young and my husband had moo shoo beef. The portions were generous and arrived relatively quickly after ordering. As someone who often finds Chinese restaurants kind of dark and claustrophobia-inducing, I appreciated the bright decor and high ceilings. Not particularly high-end, but aesthetically pleasing nonetheless. Overall, a nice place to go if you're in the area, but probably not worth traveling a great distance.
(4)JJ M.
If you are a Havertonian fan of Chinese food, you probably have your favorite spot. Szechuan Hill, Lei Lei, Hibachi, Dragon, Sampan - there are many to chose from. Every once in a while, a new contender pops in and your loyalty may waver for a bit, but I will bet you a couple of egg rolls that you eventually return to your roots. Szechuan Hill is that place for us. As newlyweds, we had a nearby apartment and SH was our spot for Chinese - eat in or take out. In the 20 some years since, we've moved around, tried many alternatives. Still, when in H'Town (where we live now) we would rather pick up at SH than get delivery from anywhere else. The food is darn good and exactly what you would expect from a restaurant of its genre and era. We play it safe here - pork, chicken, veggie - occasionally some beef or shrimp. Last night, we had the Chicken Chow Mien, Sesame Chicken, Tai Chin Beef, soup, egg rolls, dumplings, noodles and fried rice all for under $40. The menu mainstays are always well prepared, generous and in our experience, never subject to the pitfalls of poorly executed Chinese cuisine. Service is fine, decor is traditional and the food keeps us coming back.
(3)Mister R.
They say 20 minutes but they mean an hour. Food is good. Takeout takes forever. They blame it on the coupons. If you see this trend weekend on weekend time to hire additional staff to help address the demand issue. After an hour five minute wait I finally left. That last time I take away for here.
(3)Lyn P.
Dined with friends last night. We ordered the tofu General Tso's, vegetable lomein, spring rolls, cheese wontons, egg drop soup, sweet & sour shrimp, the equivalent of General Tso's Shrimp, shrimp with broccoli and yet another shrimp and broccoli dinner, I think it had cashews on top. Can you tell it was a Friday night during Lent? Every dish was promptly served and very hot, however, our waitress seemed a bit inexperienced, but very nice and wanted to get our order correct! Of course, will always go back to this local favorite spot. BYOB too!
(3)Monica B.
This place has been around for twenty (?) years. They must be doing something right! Predictable Chinese fare, but fast and happy service.
(4)Geoff A.
would say the best Chinese food in the area. The food is always fresh, my kids love the fried wonton and duck sauce. The string bean chicken for dinner is great, they hand string the beans every day in the dining room. It doesn't get much better.
(5)Lloyd F.
Very good and inexpensive food
(4)Bob C.
Clean and well lit, good food with great portions. My top choice for Chinese whenever I'm in the area. Spicy chicken with orange flavor is my fav.
(5)P T.
This place has great food, friendly people, and great prices; enough said.
(5)Chris D.
Love this place! Haven't been there in a while but hopefully will be going back soon! My fiancé and I got hooked and literally went every day for a week, then once a week for a while. The steamed pork dumplings are amazing! Chicken & broccoli is always my go to and they didn't disappoint! Also love the tea they give you. Always a pleasant experience.
(5)Tim S.
Average/standard fare Chinese food in a strip mall. The one "bonus" I would say is that it is an actual restaurant, and not your standard take-out-only place. The inside is, again, your standard sit-down Chinese place. The food is average. Typical menu items and a typical price. Service, was you guessed it, typical. Would I eat here again? Yes. If I felt like partaking in one of there lunch specials and wanted to sit down and eat. Would I get take-out from them? No, since there are better take-out places in the area.
(3)Tim P.
Upscale and fancy are the two words that you'll never see in the same sentence with this restaurant's name. What you will hear consistently is how good the food is.... I stop in here 2-3 times per month. The ladies that work here are very nice, welcoming, and helpful. The food is always hot and tasty. I've never had a disappointing meal here. The lunch specials are reasonably priced, and the meal size is usually more than you can eat at the time. When I'm passing through, I always search for more Chinese restaurants, but always wind up pulling into this lot. Its really meal good enough to tell someone about.
(4)Jerry T.
Have been going here for years. One of the better Chinese restaurants around. Clean, bright, and food has always been good. Try the 310 chicken.
(4)Michael D.
I hate to give this place such a low rating as my experiences have varied. I'll be honest and say that I've only eaten here about 4 times, as I was a always a patron of the Lee Garden in Broomall. Unfortunately, the Lee Garden has closed. My first three experiences at Szechuan Hill were great! The food was excellent and I thought I had found a replacement for the Lee Garden.... On my fourth visit I ordered the same thing I always order, the General Tso Chicken platter which includes pork fried rice and an egg roll. My wife ordered the same and we split some Wonton Soup. I went to pick up our food, and as always the cashier was friendly. I brought the food home and my wife and I enjoyed a nice dinner together. About 15 mins later I began feeling very ill and faint. (I have no allergies or food related allergies.) Long story short, I became violently ill to the point of going to the E.R. as I was unable to walk or speak. I was essentially told that the food poisoning I had received was so severe that I had gone into a form of toxic shock. I write this review not as a rant, but to bring to light the inexcusable response we received from Szechuan Hill. When my wife called to explain what happened while I was in the E.R. the owners kept repeating "no refunds". We were not looking for a refund, we were simply trying to inquire if our food was prepared separate or together as we both had the exact same meal, yet only I was sick. Overall, had I not had that experience I would have given it a 4 star.
(1)Jennifer J.
I am so happy to have finally tried this place. We've lived in DH for four years and have been constantly searching for a good local Chinese restaurant. Our regular places have either changed ownership or lost favor. Last night we got takeout. I ordered my regular which gives me a good indication of the restaurant's abilities and freshness, shrimp and broccoli with fried rice. The shrimp were fresh and tender, the broccoli crisp and bright green, and the rice was delicious. I'm very pleased. Hubs had sweet and sour chicken and gave me a thumbs up. We enjoyed our tv and takeout night.
(5)Michael C.
I've been eating at Szechuan Hill for well over 15 years and my family absolutely loves this restaurant. My wife and I married in early September and we selected Szechuan Hill to be the location of a very tiny wedding reception for only immediate family members. We reserved the large table in front of the kitchen area and brought my flat-panel TV with built-in DVD so we could play the wedding DVD as we ate our meal. The staff was very accommodating, even allowing us to use their extension chord. Nobody minded that we were having a blast at the table, watching a wedding DVD, and enjoying our food. For $100, a group of 8 people had a wonderful meal and a night to remember. But getting back to the food... This place has terrific Chinese food. It's rated 4 stars for a reason; It's delicious! Let me just say one thing though about the last review someone left regarding this restaurant... The last reviewer claims he's eaten here 4 times and recently got some sort of food poisoning and it was so bad it caused toxic shock and he couldn't walk or talk. Uhhh...Do you think your sickness could have been due to something ELSE, bro?! I had the same exact meal he had (the General Tso's chicken combo platter with wonton soup) and didn't have a toxic event happen to me.
(4)Pat D.
Had high expectations from the reviews. Tried the General Tso's since it was so highly recommended. So disappointed. So dry and tough and tasted like it was burnt. Not spicy at all, and I'm not a big fan of spice. If I could give that 1 star I would. Best part of the meal was probably the egg roll. Other items were OK, but nothing special. May try them again for something different on the menu.
(3)Elizabeth P.
Love this place. Miss my favorite server, George! While I stick to my favorites, they are always done right. This is also the only Chinese place I will get shrimp, as it is always cooked perfectly regardless of the preparation. I had a different Chinese restaurant last night and it just made me want Szechuan Hill more! The decor is kind of outdated and I'm pretty sure they play the same CD on repeat, but the restaurant is always very clean and I love the tea and the Chinese noodles they give you when you're there, so I don't mind the decor at all. Give it a try if you're ever in the area and like Chinese food.
(5)Joe P.
Been going here for 15 years. My go to Chinese spot in the area. Best in town. Service is good, people are friendly. Takeout can be busy at times but that shows how good this place is. The chicken and broccoli is excellent, so is the pork. Spring and egg rolls both good. Hot and sour soup is excellent, as is the won ton soup. The fried rice and lo mein are great too. I have noticed that sometimes the meals some out differently which leads me to believe there may be different chefs at certain times. They could use more specials but the quality can make up for the extra cost. Otherwise, amazingly good and everyone I know in the area goes there.
(4)Rachel P.
FOLLOW UP: Met a super awesome girl who works here. She IS super friendly, and the food is always awesome, and it's a very clean establishment. :) good job.
(5)Karen S.
This has been our go to Chinese restaurant for years, but tonight is the last time we will go there. My last 3 meals from there have been disappointing and tonight the spare ribs I ordered were sour. I told the waitress and the person who took my money and neither were concerned. Not going back.
(1)Steven B.
There are so many Chinese places in this area that a diner can afford to be picky. This place is just fine for take out but there is nothing that makes it stand out. If I'm driving by and in a hurry it will do. Ditto regarding eating in. In either case if you take a very few minutes to drive to Lucky Dragon or Sampan in Havertown you will have a better experience.
(3)Randy Z.
Something has happened to the best Chinese restaurant in Drexel Hill. I have a theory in two words... no adults. In my last two visits (Spring 2014) there were no adults in the patron area to handle concerns that cropped up - twice being service, once being food. On visit #1 I requested brown rice instead of rice noodles in one of their specials. "No, we can't change it. It comes with noodles." I asked 'Really? ... what would happen?' "That's not how we make it." ?.. (so?) This resulted in a teen conclave and they, reluctantly?, agreed to make it. It was delicious ... why wouldn't it be. No apology from them. On visit #2 I asked for white sauce on a different special. "That won't be good." the waitress said. Ok, how come? There's nothing in there but ordinary ingredients and peanuts and bean sprouts. ??? Ok, again they gave in to a severely benign request. I asked for it a little spicy, standard request, never a problem before. Dish arrived, sauce was not white, but golden, and was not just spicy... but 10x as spicy .. liquid salt (and I do like salt). "This is not white sauce. And it's a little spicy ... why don't you take a taste?" ... "Yes, it is." "I think you should look again." Teen conclave #2. No answer whatsoever. No offer to fix it. No offer to order something else. I think that's enough. I'll wait for someone to post that their situation has been resolved.
(1)Dave W.
When I first met my future wife, I suggested we grab some lunch, and she didn't hesitate to say "Szechuan Hill!" Her good taste in food was a great sign of things to come! The decor -- older, but clean and in great shape. Who cares, you're here for the food. You really can't go wrong here -- For starters, try the Chi-Yang Chicken, which is spicy, crispy, and to die for. Or if Lo Mein is your thing, take your pick -- Pork, Chicken, Shrimp, etc...all excellent. Combined with a egg roll that is stuffed, and a hot bowl of their wonton, it's an excellent meal. In addition, Sze Hill also offers some great dine-in lunch combinations that will fill even the hungriest in your group for a fraction of the price. 10+ years later, we still make it a priority to eat here when in the area. Chinese food done right.
(5)Thomas S.
Love this restaurant. The staff is attentive and friendly. Food is good and their prices are very reasonable. I ordered the lemon chicken tonight and was disappointed b/c it came w/lettuce, lemon sauce, pineapple, rice and a cherry. I was expecting veggies and rice for dinner. It was more like an appetizer w/plenty of crusted chicken breast (needed salt). Don't get me wrong, good but not dinner. And yes, I should have asked. No worries I will return!
(4)Kelly S.
I love this place and come at least once a month for lunch. I have been here twice for dinner but my husband doesn't particularly like it so we choose it as a dinner option. I usually come with my kids for lunch on Saturdays because it is our time together. I love coming here because they know what my kids and I like and always make sure that we have everything that we need. The place is a typical Chinese restaurant with take-out options but I always eat in. It iisn't very fancy but the decor is bright and there is always plenty of seating. I love the hot and sour soup here because it is flavored well and uses my favorite canned mushroom slices. I'm sure a lot of people would disagree with me but I grew up working in a Chinese restaurant and love Chinese take out food...lol. I usually get the Kung Pao Chicken or Garlic Chicken lunch specials. I love both because of the texture and crunch of the veggies. The Garlic Chicken does come spicy but I always add hot oil to everything I eat with this included. I LOVE spice! My kids always get the hot and sour soup (which tells you that it isn't "hot" at all) but they love it. They also get the chicken skewers which are charbroiled and tasty. The spring rolls are crunchy and have small shrimps within. Sometimes they are a little greasy but that is to be expected with fried food typically. Service is great here. The guy that waits on us typically knows that I like hot oil and that my kids like extra cherries, so we are always well taken care of. The free hot tea and fried noodles are given to every table and we always enjoy it while waiting for our food. All in all, not a fancy restaurant, but that's not why we come here. Food is fresh and delicious with good service...what more can a girl ask for?!
(5)Jennifer W.
What does a family of three do after arriving home a day early from their shore vacation thanks to hurricane Irene? Go straight to Drexel Hill for fine Chinese food, of course. We usually go to Samuri Steak House a few doors down and strangely, we never dined at Szechuan Hill before. The wonton soup had three wontons in the cup instead of the usual two at other restaurants. I ordered the garlic chicken platter. Granted, the menu indicated one pepper's worth of spiciness and I thought, sure, I'm game. Well, Holy Toledo, batman! My sinuses are still scarred two days later. Okay, not really, but that was not expected! The egg roll was crisp on the outside and not at all greasy. My son approved of the egg foo young and my husband had moo shoo beef. The portions were generous and arrived relatively quickly after ordering. As someone who often finds Chinese restaurants kind of dark and claustrophobia-inducing, I appreciated the bright decor and high ceilings. Not particularly high-end, but aesthetically pleasing nonetheless. Overall, a nice place to go if you're in the area, but probably not worth traveling a great distance.
(4)JJ M.
If you are a Havertonian fan of Chinese food, you probably have your favorite spot. Szechuan Hill, Lei Lei, Hibachi, Dragon, Sampan - there are many to chose from. Every once in a while, a new contender pops in and your loyalty may waver for a bit, but I will bet you a couple of egg rolls that you eventually return to your roots. Szechuan Hill is that place for us. As newlyweds, we had a nearby apartment and SH was our spot for Chinese - eat in or take out. In the 20 some years since, we've moved around, tried many alternatives. Still, when in H'Town (where we live now) we would rather pick up at SH than get delivery from anywhere else. The food is darn good and exactly what you would expect from a restaurant of its genre and era. We play it safe here - pork, chicken, veggie - occasionally some beef or shrimp. Last night, we had the Chicken Chow Mien, Sesame Chicken, Tai Chin Beef, soup, egg rolls, dumplings, noodles and fried rice all for under $40. The menu mainstays are always well prepared, generous and in our experience, never subject to the pitfalls of poorly executed Chinese cuisine. Service is fine, decor is traditional and the food keeps us coming back.
(3)Mister R.
They say 20 minutes but they mean an hour. Food is good. Takeout takes forever. They blame it on the coupons. If you see this trend weekend on weekend time to hire additional staff to help address the demand issue. After an hour five minute wait I finally left. That last time I take away for here.
(3)Lyn P.
Dined with friends last night. We ordered the tofu General Tso's, vegetable lomein, spring rolls, cheese wontons, egg drop soup, sweet & sour shrimp, the equivalent of General Tso's Shrimp, shrimp with broccoli and yet another shrimp and broccoli dinner, I think it had cashews on top. Can you tell it was a Friday night during Lent? Every dish was promptly served and very hot, however, our waitress seemed a bit inexperienced, but very nice and wanted to get our order correct! Of course, will always go back to this local favorite spot. BYOB too!
(3)Monica B.
This place has been around for twenty (?) years. They must be doing something right! Predictable Chinese fare, but fast and happy service.
(4)Geoff A.
would say the best Chinese food in the area. The food is always fresh, my kids love the fried wonton and duck sauce. The string bean chicken for dinner is great, they hand string the beans every day in the dining room. It doesn't get much better.
(5)Lloyd F.
Very good and inexpensive food
(4)Bob C.
Clean and well lit, good food with great portions. My top choice for Chinese whenever I'm in the area. Spicy chicken with orange flavor is my fav.
(5)P T.
This place has great food, friendly people, and great prices; enough said.
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