Petals of a Peony

For once a place that lives up to the hype. I heard this is one of the best places to eat in the entire area and I have to agree. The dumplings were the best I have ever had. The will nearly melt in your mouth. The sliced pork with garlic is an appetizer but they give you enough for a meal. The garlic was heavy on this one and I loved every bit of it. I ordered the dandan noodles and they were perfectly cooked. I can't wait to go back.

We got seated in 20 minutes. Not bad for a Saturday night (Valentine’s day) The food was very flavorful and authentic. We got the Sichuan three delight, spicy sweet potato noodle soup and spicy dumplings for an appetizer with chicken. The sweet potato soup was not what I expected, the noodles were very hard to pick up with a fork spoon or chopsticks.

Our food was amazing and the restaurant is immaculately clean and very cozy. The service was also wonderful and very fast. We went here because they won a 2025 Michelin star and they certainly earned that star. This is a new favorite place for us!

We wanted to visit this place since it was recognized as one of the best Asian restaurants in Memphis. The ambience is beautiful, and the service was very attentive. My husband and I ordered the Spicy Dumplings, Cumin Beef, and Dandan Noodles to share, as we had read that the portions are quite generous. The food was simply amazing—our favorites were definitely the Dandan Noodles and the Dumplings. For dessert, we tried the Secret Eighth Sticky Rice; it was just okay for us, but it was also our first time trying authentic Sichuan desserts, so we didn’t really know what to expect. The prices are very reasonable considering the quality and portion sizes. Overall, this restaurant is absolutely worth a visit if you’re in the Memphis or Cordova area.

Fantastic all around! I had the twice cooked pork. It was perfect. Just the right amount of spice and seasoning, blended well with the veggies and rice. Service was fast and friendly. Will be back regularly!

This was our first time trying Sichuan Chinese food and our server was super friendly and walked us through the menu with recommendations, which was appreciated. The decor is typical Chinese restaurant style with some pretty floral touches. The place is clean — but crowded — which I’m guessing means people obviously like it. My husband ordered sweet jasmine tea and it ended up being a pre-made bottled tea from China. It was actually very good… but a little pricey for a 16.9 oz bottle. For food, we ordered: • Cumin Beef Thinly sliced beef, very tender, stir-fried with hot peppers, onions, bell peppers and cilantro. The cumin flavor? Let’s just say they used more cumin than I put in a huge pot of chili. 😂 If you love cumin, this is your dish. It just isn’t my personal favorite spice — but it was exactly as described. • Dan Dan Noodles The noodles were cooked to perfection, covered in a delicious peanut-type sauce, topped with ground pork and green onions. This dish was phenomenal. Do yourself a favor and just order it. Seriously — it’s worth coming back just for that alone. • Sliced Pork with Cabbage Strips of pork belly sautéed with cabbage in a chili oil sauce. Very good — rich, flavorful, and not greasy like some pork belly dishes can be. Service was friendly and fast overall. My only complaint: the tiny water glass. It was maybe 4 ounces… not ideal when food is spicy and someone is trying to cool down their taste buds. 😂 In their defense — the server was on it — he refilled it constantly. I just felt like I was making him sprint a marathon. One cool thing I noticed — their green beans are fresh. We literally watched them breaking them at a table beside us, so those will definitely be on my list for next time! --- Overall: Great service, flavorful food, phenomenal dan dan noodles, but please give us grown-up size water cups. 😄 Would definitely return — especially to try those fresh green beans.

Food is absolutely delicious and the staff are very nice! They will increase spice on request. They have a soup with duckblood so this is a great place to go if you are suffering from anemia like me. The shop is very clean and you can see into the kitchen making for a homey feeling. Definitely will come back when in the area! My only warning: the portions could feed a village! Recommend find a main to split, we will have left overs for at least a week!

I can’t believe I only just discovered this place — what a hidden gem! From the moment we walked in, everything about Petals of a Peony impressed me. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, and the staff go above and beyond to make sure you’re well taken care of. Our server was incredibly attentive — my water glass never even made it halfway before being refilled! We ordered a few different dishes to try: the dumplings, dan dan noodles, and a combination stir-fry. Every single one was bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. The dumplings were delicate yet hearty, with a savory filling that made them impossible to stop eating. The dan dan noodles had the perfect balance of spice and umami, with a sauce so good I could have eaten it by the spoonful. The combination stir-fry was equally amazing — tender, fresh meats paired with perfectly cooked vegetables that still had that nice crisp texture. You can really taste the freshness and quality of the ingredients in every bite. It’s rare to find a place that nails both the food and the service, but Petals of a Peony does exactly that. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared and made with care. I’m already planning my next visit because there are so many other dishes on the menu I can’t wait to try. If you love flavorful, authentic food and great service, this spot is a must-visit. Highly recommended! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟