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Szechuan Valley

89 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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89 Gouger St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Szechuan Valley

In Chinatown, Adelaide’s heat-seekers bypass standard takeout for Szechuan Valley’s unfiltered regional spice. Plates arrive built around pure málà balance—red and green chilies sparking across deep bowls. regulars point first-timers toward the fèiténg yú, a massive cauldron of tender fish submerged in bubbling red chili broth, alongside deep-fried pork intestines that turn out clean, crunchy, and peppered just right. For tables splitting heat tolerances, milder stir-fries and non-spicy options keep things steady while the chilies do the talking over endless bowls of steamed rice.

  • Fèiténg Yú: A massive, chili-laden cauldron of tender fish submerged in fragrant red broth.
  • Crispy Pork Intestines: Deep-fried with a clean, crunchy finish and balanced peppery seasoning.
  • Flexible Regional Heat: Traditional Sichuan chili heat balanced alongside accessible non-spicy menu selections.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How spicy is the food, and are there non-spicy options?

The menu features authentic Szechuan dishes with varying heat levels. While dishes like the barramundi in red chili broth pack significant heat, others like the fresh chili pork are milder, and non-spicy dishes are also available.

What are the portion sizes like?

Guest reports on serving sizes vary: specialty dishes like the chili fish (沸腾鱼) come in large portions, while other menu items are described as smaller, so sharing multiple dishes across the table is common.

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