Welcome to Ma LaLa
Ma LaLa in Astoria, NY offers a delectable fusion of Szechuan, Dim Sum, and Seafood cuisine. The cozy restaurant provides a range of vegan options and impeccable service, making it a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, generous portion sizes, and authentic flavors. Highlights include the crispy chicken wings, spicy cumin lamb, and the signature dry pot. The restaurant's ability to cater to varying spice levels and dietary preferences sets it apart. With a welcoming ambiance and attentive staff, Ma LaLa is a must-visit for those craving bold and delicious flavors in a casual setting.
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42-02 30th Ave Astoria, NY 11103 Hotline: (718) 606-1898
Introducing Ma LaLa, a Szechuan, Dim Sum, and Seafood restaurant located in Astoria, NY. This casual dining spot offers a range of options including delivery, takeout, and vegan choices. With a women-owned establishment, Ma LaLa prides itself on providing delicious dishes in a welcoming environment.
As a food reviewer of Restaurant World, I have had the pleasure of experiencing the flavorful dishes at Ma LaLa. From the Veggie specials like Sautéed String Beans to the Dim Sum delights such as Mini Juicy Buns and Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, Ma LaLa caters to a variety of tastes.
Customers have raved about the spicy and flavorful dishes, with reviews mentioning the Mala Chicken, Spring Rolls, and Fried Rice stealing the show. The portion sizes are generous, ensuring you leave satisfied and possibly with leftovers for later.
One highlight of Ma LaLa is the customizable Dry Pot, allowing diners to choose their preferred toppings and spice level. The attentive service, chill ambiance, and authentic flavors make this place a must-try for food enthusiasts.
With offerings like the Spicy Cumin Lamb, Dan Dan Noodles, and Spicy Crispy Flounder, Ma LaLa continues to impress with its bold flavors and quality ingredients. Whether dining in or taking out, you can expect a memorable culinary experience at Ma LaLa.
So, if you're in the mood for some authentic Szechuan cuisine with a kick, be sure to visit Ma LaLa for a delicious meal that will leave your taste buds tingling and your heart full.
tiny place but the food is bomb ! spicy and flavorful ! love it :) good proportions tooo
The mala chicken hit the spot. The chicken, tender and full of flavor. The peppers and sausage the perfect level of spice and left that beloved sichaun tingle. The spring roll came out hot and delicious. The fried rice stole the show. A simple fried rice that hits the palate with the perfect blend of salty, savory goodness. And for the lunch special all under $12. A fantastic deal.
I had a nice time here at Ma LaLa. The food is very good and very well-made. The service is fast and diligent. The ambiance is very nice too. Very chill. 5 stars.
Small hole in the wall restaurant where staff are super nice. The food itself was more like a 3/5, but the spice in the dry hotpot is the typical mind numbing variety (I'm just not a huge fan but wanted to give it a try). Their portion sizes are pretty big and we could only eat half! The dumplings were pretty good though and they gave us a whole portion of chicken fried rice on the house - not sure if it was because they were right about to close. The fried rice was pretty flavorful although it wasn't much chicken and was more onion and rice. For the service and the freebie though, they deserved the extra star.
First time here and they did not disappoint. The dry pot was amazing. Large portion sizes. Definitely over-ordered but will make for get leftovers. We ordered the dan dan noodles for an appetizer, chewy noodles and good flavor. Then we had the custom dry pot (we put chicken, tofu, Napa and Choy medium spicy) that came out tasty and fast. And finally we ordered the crispy fish which was HUGE but crunchy and flavorful - definitely more food than we expected but it's okay! Servers were friendly and even though there was an error in our order they were quick and ways to fix. The restaurant is small and hole in the wall, feels authentic. AC wasn't on so a little warm with all this spicy food but overall will definitely come back with friends and family.
I can't believe it took me so long to try this place! Ma LaLa was able to seat us right away on a busy St Patrick's Day weekend. The service was quick, thoughtful, and friendly. For the hot pot you can choose whatever toppings you'd like as well as the level of spicy, including none. I did the mild spicy and it was perfect for me. It came with a side of white rice. The heat was enough to enjoy without feeling like I needed a jug of milk lol. I left feeling full and happy and craving more! Will definitely be back.
If you're in the mood for some simple clear broth and nothing too heavy I would suggest coming by for their chicken cilantro wonton soup in a very moldy flavored seaweed broth which would be perfect if you're not feeling 100%. The garlic cucumbers were a little on the sweet side but still refreshing. The peanut noodles sauce was a little heavy but was a huge portion.
This is my go-to spot in Astoria for MaLa! The dishes are big enough to share between two people. We got the spicy cumin lamb, dan dan noodles, and spicy crispy flounder! All the dishes were very good. Their base spice for these dishes is pretty spicy but they do a great job of lowering the spicy level if you can't handle it by requesting the dishes to be more mild. My favorite was the spicy cumin lamb - so tender and flavorful. However, the crispy flounder was also perfectly CRISPY even when ordered for take-out!