Kong Pao Chicken 宫保鸡丁

Why people love it

Moist chicken and crisp peppers that neighbors call one of the best in the city. Critics describe gristly, oily or oversweet plates with no Sichuan heat.

What people mention most

• good spice level1
• moist chicken1
• crisp bell peppers1
• balanced sauce1

Criticism

• gristle and fat1
• too oily1
• too much vinegar1
• no heat1
• too sweet1

On the menu

Chicken stir-fried with bell peppers, carrots, peanuts and chili peppers in a savory sauce at a Taraval Street Sichuan shop. Price is from its DoorDash delivery listing; the shop publishes no in-store price.