338 Lexington Ave.,, New York, NY, 10016 
212-867-8118 / 212-867-6699
Full service
Szechuan

Mapo Tofu is more than the name of the restaurant, but a classic dish in Chinese Szechuan cuisine, denoting that the restaurant serves customers authentic Szechuan dishes. Established in 2009 in New York, the restaurant attracts locals and the visitors alike to have a taste of the hot flavor.

This dine-in restaurant offers a wide selection of Szechuan cuisines. Pan, deep and stir-frying plus steaming are all utilized in cooking the dishes. Many dishes have earned a lot of praise and appreciation from customers, such as Chengdu Double Cooked Fish Fillets, Sesame Chicken, General Tso’s Chicken, House Special Chow Fun, Kung Pao Scallops, and Mapo Tofu, of course. All the dishes are cooked by sophisticated chefs who come from Szechuan and specialize in cooking Szechuan dishes. The authentic flavor is also due to the quality ingredients imported from Chengdu.

In Mapo Tofu, customers can learn about the history of China, particularly Szechuan, while enjoying the authentic cuisine. On the walls hang many pictures which tell Chinese stories in an interesting way. The staffs will be very glad to introduce the Chinese culture to those interested. Customers feel as if they are immersed in a cultural ambience. 

Many patrons feel they are lucky to have Mapo Tofu nearby, and they are indebted to Jun Zeng, the owner, who has brought such delicious cuisine here. Concerned of the health of customers, light cuisine is offered in Mapo Tofu. Anyway, customers can always find something for themselves.