The portions are big and the food is delicious. They cook their pork dishes really well. The pork is bouncy and firm yet tender at the same time. No porky smell. They cook the best Chinese cauliflower stir fry. Service is fine and not slow.

I've visited this restaurant many times, and it never disappoints! This is the place to go if you want authentic, spicy Chinese food. The flavors are bold, the spices are just right, and every dish is packed with that unmistakable authenticity you'd expect. The service is always excellent--friendly, attentive, and quick. The staff knows the menu well and consistently makes great recommendations. They recommended the stir-fried pork with pepper, which is my favorite dish right now. You can trust their suggestions. I love how they balance heat and flavor without overpowering the dish. It's not just about being spicy; it's about layering the flavors in an exciting and comforting way. This spot has become my go-to for genuine Chinese cuisine. I highly recommend it to anyone who appreciates authentic flavors and excellent service!

They've just introduced several exciting new items! One is the Hunan-style swamp eel, and the other is baby lotus. Both dishes are new to me and absolutely delicious. I've been a fan of this restaurant for a long time, and it never fails to impress. It remains one of my favorite Chinese restaurants in San Diego, known for its authentic flavors and excellent preparation. Although it can get quite busy in the evenings and on weekends, it's worth finding the right time to enjoy a truly exceptional Chinese meal. The restaurant is clean and inviting, with comfortable seating. Highly recommended!

Village Kitchen gets a 5/5 for winning over my picky Chinese mom. She usually prefers Cantonese cuisine (we always go to Noble Chef) and will stick to the same 5-6 rotation of dishes. Today I picked VK since I've had good dining experiences here (though admittedly pre-pandemic) and she begrudgingly complied. This place primarily serves Hunanese cuisine, which is known for being spicy and heavy on the salt. I was nervous that she'd hate it and would hem and haw the entire time, but we had an awesome meal together. We ordered: The duck blood, pig intestine soup, noodles, stinky black tofu, and the smashed eggplant with century egg. Everything was a hit, especially the eggplant, which is crispy and wok-fried with tons of jalapeno and then smashed together with century eggs in a literal mortar and pestle. The duck blood was delicate and cooked in a semi-spicy chili-scallion sauce; I was pleasantly surprised at how big of a portion it was (duck blood ain't cheap). The stinky tofu was great but the listing on the menu was somewhat misleading as I thought it would be some sort of stew. Still good. Intestine soup had a non-spicy option and had a rich broth with lots of meat. I think the only miss of the night was the noodles, which were haphazardly seasoned with a small amount of chili oil, cilantro, and some peanuts. We ended up mixing some of the leftover condiments into it, making it a lot more flavorful. The total came out to be ~$85 for 4 people, which was pretty reasonable.

It's very unassuming on the outside, but we're very excited to come back here! We tried several menu items and they were all terrific! A little on the spicy side for me, I would definitely order "mild" if it wasn't that my family loves it the way it comes! The flavors, textures and presentation are excellent. What a varied menu with things I haven't seen anywhere else. Village Kitchen is now a must-visit when we're in the area.

I went here on a friend's recommendation saying this is one of the best Sichuan restaurants in the San Diego area. My friend and I went here for a Monday lunch to try it out. We ordered the cumin lamb, deep fried chicken with crispy chili, and stir-fried string beans. Food overall is good but could be better. The cumin lamb was my favorite dish and it is served in toothpicks, so you can just grab the toothpick and eat it. It is well spiced and has a bit of spiciness to it, but I expected it to be a lot more spicy as it was barely mild (maybe they're catering to the western audience more?) The deep fried chicken was not as flavorful and spicy as I hoped, even though there is ginger, garlic, etc tossed in. The stir-fried string beans were pretty solid, just the minced pork is on the saltier side. Service is okay as to be expected for these kinds of restaurants. We wanted to Yelp check in for a free non alcoholic beverage but the waitress denied the offer, mentioning this offer was only valid a few years ago. In that case, why don't they just remove it altogether?

After forget taking pictures of a few Uber eats order, I eventually got chance to visit the store to test fresh cooked meal. I do believe they have new chief on board because all my order are tasty. Would come back if I am curving for Chinese food.

Super yummy! We got so much food. We also got a booth! #boothlife Service was really nice. The Yelp check-in coupon for one free non-alcoholic drink is expired. Ordering is via QR code and online. The wall murals are super pretty. You can only split the bill with maximum of two credit cards.