Szechuan Mountain House
Szechuan Mountain House serves authentic Sichuan cooking at 23 St Marks Pl, with New York Times recognition in 2025 and 2026.
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- Address
- 23 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003
- Phone
- (917) 388-3866
- Website
- szechuanmountainhouse.com
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New York Times #9 and #45 recognition
New York Times placed Szechuan Mountain House at #9 in its 2025 Best Restaurants in New York City ranking and #45 in 2026. That gives the restaurant sustained citywide recognition across consecutive years.
House Chicken, Ma-Po Tofu and sake
House Chicken, Ma-Po Tofu, Swing Pork Belly and Pickled Pepper Frog anchor the signatures within an authentic Sichuan Chinese kitchen. Sake also joins the beverage focus, so the fit is dinner or late night with a casual dress code.
Comparable Spots, Quickly
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Szechuan Mountain House | Authentic Sichuan | $$ | East Village | |
| Lan Sheng | Authentic Szechuan | $$ | Sunset Park (Central) | |
| Chongqing Lao Zao | Authentic Chongqing Hot Pot | $$ | Flushing-Willets Point | |
| Joe's Ginger | Shanghai Soup Dumplings | $$ | , | Chinatown-Two Bridges |
| Kung Fu Xiao Long Bao | Shanghai-Style Xiao Long Bao | $$ | , | Queensboro Hill |
| Tim Ho Wan East Village | Hong Kong Style Dim Sum | $$ | , | East Village |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City #45
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New York Times Best Restaurants in New York City #9
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At a Glance
- Lively
- Trendy
- Energetic
- Group Dining
- Casual Hangout
- Special Occasion
- Open Kitchen
- Sake Program
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–11 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Bustling and energetic with elaborate Chinese decor including koi pond elements, bamboo booths, woodwork panels, and dim lighting creating an immersive, amusement-park-like atmosphere.