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Han Dynasty University City

Szechuan Restaurant and Chinese Restaurant$$$$

University City, Philadelphia

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8.2^/10

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Ranked #2 for spicy food in Philadelphia
"The Dan Dan Noodles are the best and so is the Garlic Style Chicken."(19 Tips)
"Spicy crispy cucumber"(3 Tips)
"Pea leaves, garlic chicken, and dandan noodles all amazing."(2 Tips)
"Pork Belly was DAMN GOOD!"(3 Tips)

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Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 6, 2015
The secret to Han Dynasty’s success in Old City has always been Chiang’s canny blend of full-bore spicing (true Sichuan style) and ingredients that (perhaps less authentically) are entirely familiar Read more
Julie BiSeptember 1, 2014
Pretty much everything is good, you really can't go wrong. Dan dan noodles are the best. Mung bean noodle cold dish, dry cooked chicken, and the fish cooked in chili oil are a few of my favorites.
Jency Pallathu JohnMay 18, 2017
Friendly staff, nifty bar and clean bathrooms. Try the spicy, crunch cucumbers and the black bean chicken! Street parking or parking deck around the corner (they validate!).
Pei 👻 WenMay 5, 2016
Their unique take on Dan Dan noodles involves an amazing blend of spiciness and richness from peanut sauce. Not authentic, but absolutely delicious.
AdrianOctober 22, 2014
The cold sesame noodles are all sorts of delicious. Had a few other dishes off the lunch menu but I will certainly come back for the noodles.
Pap V.August 13, 2016
They are so friendly and helpful! The food is very interesting and authentic! If you want to taste Chinese cuisine, this is the place .
Justin NordellJanuary 21, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Ask for BOREUM as your waitress. Hands down the BEST service I've had in years. Knowledgeable, funny, and full of great recommendations and anecdotes. Will be back for her service as much as the food!
Kat JostJuly 18, 2012
Hot sauce fish is their best dish on the menu if you like seafood - our waitress told us to get that instead of another dish we selected, and she was right! Dan Dan noodle appetizer is great too!
Larisa GrollemondAugust 17, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Dry fry pork for something a little crispy and with a kick. Great for dinner but also has a lunch menu with smaller portions of their regular dishes.
DanDecember 23, 2014
As a Chinese, I recommend. ..1. Dan Dan noodles 2. Pork Belly in garlic sauce 3. Pea leaves in garlic sauce 4. Entre in pickled chili style is alright too.
Kat JostJuly 18, 2012
FANTASTIC service. Everyone was extremely helpful and nice. The waitress gave her honest opinion when we ordered and had great recommendation. Famous for spicy food but can make it less spicy for you
Brian ParkDecember 8, 2013
This place is CRAZY good. We had green beans, glass noodles, dumplings, and the Pork Belly was DAMN GOOD!
Charles BOctober 17, 2012
awesome Szechuan in university city. spice levels listed in red. 7 and above will leave your mouth fully numb. in a good way. get the Dan Dan noodles to start.
RCFebruary 12, 2015
$5 happy hour cocktails are good till 7. Always get DanDan. Double cooked fish is awesome. Pretty much everything is awesome.
Christine SApril 26, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Two things to order: 1. Dan dan noodles (pork on the side if you're veg like me), and 2. spicy cucumber. That's all you need!
Daniel WolfAugust 27, 2014
You can't go wrong. Best Chinese food in the city, and reasonable prices. Definitely get a few dishes to share.
Bre BonnerOctober 30, 2017
Their small cold and hot plates are the way to go. Scallion pancakes, pork belly, chili wontons!
Sandra RubinchikJune 7, 2017
Gotta get them crispy cucumbers in chili oil! (They're just really crunchy, not like fried to a crisp or anything gross like that.)
Gabriel EvansOctober 13, 2015
The Dan Dan Noodles are the best and so is the Garlic Style Chicken. The pan fried dumplings are not so good.
Hessa Al ZamelJuly 5, 2015
Spicy crispy cucumber, kung pao chicken, fried rice .. All are delicious 👍👍👍
Stephanie MǎFebruary 23, 2013
Been here 5+ times
You can choose your level of spice for each option if the one suggested on the menu is too hot for your taste!
Sarah RaymondFebruary 7, 2013
dan dan noodles ($7.95), double-cooked fish ($17.95) and spicy, crispy cucumbers ($6.95), each rated 1 to 10 on Han’s hot-or-not index.
GaryJune 28, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Come prepared for very spicy food! No matter what you order, you will need countless glasses of water.
Tim AllenJuly 10, 2013
The new specialty item Szechuan Style French Fries is a must. Just be ready for your head to float off into the sky.
Chris RichardsFebruary 10, 2015
Green beans with ground pork every time. Best version of the dish around!
Kat JostJuly 18, 2012
Free parking after 4pm! Free parking any time behind the building also - just ask the waitress to validate your ticket
Campbell BirdMarch 28, 2016
Get the cucumbers and Dan Dan noodles. Then get whatever you want.
Ashley KnightApril 5, 2023
Loved the scallion pancakes and veggie Dan Dan noodles
Sasha HuynhFebruary 15, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Get the spicy aroma fish, don't be intimidated! Dig for the glass noodles yummmm
Dan DrebingApril 6, 2013
Dry pepper style fish is the best. Period. Dan Dan noodles are the best app.
Sakib DadiSeptember 8, 2014
The Dan Dan noodles will be remembered as one of mankind's greatest inventions
Tony BlankJanuary 18, 2015
Get the off menu weird taste chicken. It's weird.
Nikki BlakeNovember 27, 2013
Food is phenomenal. Pea leaves, garlic chicken, and dandan noodles all amazing.
Philadelphia MagazineJanuary 14, 2013
Don't miss the dandan noodles. They’re just as good as you’ve heard.
BB MadiloggovitAugust 11, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Spicy in a Chinese way but i think this is the best Chinese restaurant in town
Maichi ThanMarch 17, 2013
definitely a culinary experience. I felt a high after eating from all the spice.
HalalfoodcriticSeptember 1, 2014
Get the dan dan noodles without pork
Lane RettigFebruary 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Large, family sized portions are perfect for sharing!
Randall HuntMay 13, 2015
Tea with every meal. Don't get the weird tasting chicken unless you're adventurous.
Kelechi EkehMarch 11, 2014
Dan Dan noodles truly is a favorite
Eric ParkMay 13, 2012
Get the dan dan noodles. Spicy but delicious.
winston yuanOctober 10, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Try the Spicy Stewed Beef Noodle Soup -
Shawn GlassJune 20, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Their happy hour is nice
🌴om ZJuly 8, 2013
Garlic sauce shrimp yummy yummy
Mike HunterApril 28, 2016
Simply the best!!!!
Cheryl PriestJanuary 8, 2019
Great food!
Angel RiveraJanuary 1, 2015
Get the Dan Dan noodles
Mark SchoneveldFebruary 11, 2013
OMG those spicy oils & wonton
Mike OtchetJuly 5, 2013
This is the absolute best damn place ever.
Gabriel EvansOctober 13, 2015
Only accept 2(ish) Credit Cards on a bill.

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