ChengDu Taste is a Sichuan restaurant located in Fairview Heights with a 4.7 rating. The bilingual name reflects its appeal to both Chinese and English-speaking customers.
A good Sichuan restaurant doesn't shy away from heat and bold flavour. The numbing sensation from Sichuan peppercorns is central to the cuisine—not a bug, but a feature that brings complexity alongside heat. Authenticity matters; an adapted version might tone down the chilli and numbing spice to suit milder palates, but a restaurant that respects the tradition cooks with the full intensity. The wok heat must be high enough to properly cook aromatic oil and spices at the start; this layering of flavour is what makes Sichuan cuisine distinctive. What diners know: if you're seeking Sichuan food, find a place that doesn't apologise for the heat and numbing sensation. A restaurant that keeps these elements is honouring the cuisine.
ChengDu Taste brings authentic Sichuan cooking to Fairview Heights.