Ping's Sichuan Kitchen

We had the mixed fried rice & General Tso Chicken. We’re not big eaters, so we split the meal. My boyfriend said the entree was some of the best he had ever tasted, but next time we’re going for the super spicy version. Also, I was taking some pictures of the place because the decor was very well appointed. The proprietor (Ping) came out & introduced herself to us. She was so gracious as well. We will be back again soon to try some other menu items out. Also, there is a Montessori memory game that adorns the top of every table that guests can play while waiting for their entrees to arrive table side. They actually sell it, too & I couldn't resist.

Surprisingly better than expected. The cold noodles were the best ever I’ve had. The spicy lamb, and the eggplant dishes where are uniquely different from other places. Absolutely loved it. Note: If you’re not into spicy food, definitely tell them you want everything mild. We ordered everything medium and that was plenty hot for us. That and I would avoid the dumplings, unless you’re totally in the mood for them. They look and taste like they’re not in-house. Otherwise I give this place at least a 4 1/2⭐️

The worst Dongpo Pork I have ever had. It was obviously pre-cooked and reheated in a microwave. The fat is disgusting and the meat is as dry as jerky. Could not finish it even it is just as big as a dish sponge. The waiter messed up our order for fish into beef instead and didn't admit it. Never go back.

I lived in China for 26 years and I’m always looking for the real thing. This is the best and most authentic Chinese food restaurant in Texas. Go here if you want to taste the best of Chinese Sichuan style food. You’ll be blown away by the great flavors you can’t find in Americanized Chinese restaurants. This is it.

I'm a foodie so I love trying other cultural foods. PINGS boiled spicy beef is my go to. Full of flavor and the spices in this soup are amazing. I've been here at least 3 times since September. Im glad I don't live down the street from here because I'd be in trouble lol . I love their greenbeans for an appetizer. They also have an amazing flavor too them. This is a must try.

Ordered take out and I have no complaints! I only took one picture because we ate everything too fast it was so good! We had the cream cheese Rangoons, chicken potstickers, sichuan dandan noodles, and the spicy sichuan Dry chicken. Super flavorful and all around awesome.

The aesthetic of this place is so nice. I love the way it feels inside (The chairs are pretty cool) We ordered a bunch of food, some lamb, pork belly, beef, noodles, some soup. Soo much. Every single one of them was yummy! I would definitely come back

So happy to have this authentic Chinese restaurant opened in the Stone Oak area. Finally we don’t need to go to the NW direction to get good Chinese.the flavor , the service and environment are all amazing. Will be back often for sure

First time ordering takeout from Pings. The staff were rude when we picked up our order, and we got home to find we were missing the fried rice we ordered. Food was good, but overpriced.

11/10 ping's sichuan kitchen -bright, clean, inviting atmosphere -perfectly priced -efficient & polite service -food is DELICIOUS and simple Greeted and seated immediately. Service was efficient and warm, food came out quickly. Owner came by and introduced herself. Said it's her first restaurant in San Antonio! Will be back, great for larger groups and dining family style!

I was sad to hear Dashi closed and needed a Szechuan food fix. So we tried Pings. it's nice and bright inside. Very nice staff. We started with hot and sour soup. I wish they offered cup size soup like other places. It was flavorful, but I really miss the pork others put in their soup. The dried fried green beans are very good and on par with Dashi. I enjoyed the shredded sweet garlic pork. A little spice and a lot of flavor. My wife enjoyed the walnut shrimp. Next time we will try out the memory game at the table.

So nice having this yummy spot near by.... The pork pot stickers made an excellent app. My daughter got the spicy boiled chicken . This was really good. My husband ordered the classical Dong Po Pork. This is a good dish, however it was too sweet for us and wanted a little more spice. I ordered the Shredded pork with buns. I loved it. Great flavor. We all really enjoyed the combo fried rice...

Ping's on Evans was fantastic from start to finish. The service was warm and attentive, and it was a really nice touch that the owner came by our table to say hello. The Sichuan flavors were spot on--bold and aromatic without being too salty, and just the right amount of numbing spice. It was such a treat to get high-quality Sichuan cooking without having to drive across town. Every dish we tried was excellent, especially the cumin lamb, the eggplant, and the string beans. We'll absolutely be back.

Great food and authentic meal! The service was attentive and friendly. They have a great, vibrant and varied menu of spicy and non spicy dishes. Since it's Sichuan food, I recommend trying the spicy dishes. Everything was well-made and fresh. Would love to come back and try more!

We came here to try a new place. The restaurant opened recently so the everything looked clean and new. The service was quick and friendly. Unfortunately, we did not enjoy our food. We did enjoy the pork spring rolls. They have levels of spice, so if you like things spicy this is for you. We thought the prices were too high as well.

I went to Ping's for their grand opening and recently went again. The grand opening was very busy very slow service which was understandable. This last time it was better overall. The food was good not amazing. What I love about it is it is family owned and they take pride! Everyone is all in helping each other even kids! They all look happy and proud which makes you feel welcome. Now about the food, all the flavors are great. To me Chinese and specially Sichuan food needs meats with bones... I like using my hands eating my food. Unfortunately this is one thing that they only have meat without bones. I will still return I had a great experience and I would like to try more dishes on their menu

Wow! I was not expecting to have such incredible food and service on their second day of being open! Everything we had was absolutely delicious! The dry fried green beans were charred and cooked to perfection with an incredible seasoning that just makes you want more! The shrimp rolls were a first for me and I was surprised by the sweetness of them but couldn't eat it fast enough. It was crispy deliciousness! The dry pot fish was freaking amazing! So many peppers! The batter and seasoning were perfect! We also had walnut shrimp and it was also incredibly flavorful and lightly battered and crispy. The place looks immaculate which we can all appreciate! You can really tell that there was a lot of thought put into every single detail. Even the chopsticks have Ping on them! The service was excellent and the owner was very friendly and seemed grateful. Honestly, if you don't try this place asap you are truly missing out on the most incredibly authentic food in San Antonio! Probably in all of Texas- that's how good this place is!

I had seen a Facebook post about @pingssicguankitchen so I realized they're already open. Tomorrow is the grand opening! We visited today to check it out. We tried their West Lake Beef Soup, Pork Soup Dumplings, Walnut Shrimp, Dry Fried String Beans, Classic Dong Po Pork. Dad ate quite a lot tonight. He loved the Dong Po Pork sauce. Sweet for the win! The meat was very tender and delicious. Everything was tasty and is made in-house including the soup dumplings. The steamed rice is high quality. Even the chopsticks is engraved with Ping's. Ping in Chinese means peace, and it's also the name of the owner. We met Ping when she came to check our table. I found out that she's from Chongqing, Sichuan. I shared my feedback with her. We didn't try the spicy dishes, which hubby and I will need to go back to try. Dad doesn't care for spicy foods. As you can see from our choices, there are non-spicy options. If you're in the Stone Oak area, you'll have to check them out.

New place on Evans at 281! Very fresh and clean. Many take out orders while we were enjoying the atmosphere and service in-house. We started with fired pork dumplings ( they offer e either chicken or pork) which were delightful. I ordered my standard tet of Asian cuisine: sesame chicken. It was nicely crispy and perfectly seasoned. The brocholi was also excellent, just a tiny bit crunchy - the way I like it. My husband went for Ping's pepper beef and it was delicious. Yes, it was spicy, like good Sichaun should be! Wait staff was very attentive and the manager checked on us as well. We said it was our first time visiting and they gave us two little welcome gifts. Plenty of parking available. Terrific new option in this neighborhood.

My wife and I had lunch today at Ping's. First time trying it. Service was prompt and friendly. Inside is clean and charming. Everything we had was very good. The boiled beef was amazing. And large enough to easily feed 2 people. I like spicy food and the medium spice level had plenty of kick without being overwhelming. Wontons were great. My wife's Dan Dan noodles were excellent. If you're looking for PF Chang this isn't it. If you want to try great food with deep flavors and maybe try something you don't get at chain restaurants this is your spot.

Trying and reviewing a new restaurant a week after its grand opening can be a bit premature , but here is my best attempt. It's been over 25 years since we last visited the mainland China and have been looking for the perfect restaurant that best represents their amazing cuisine, and this one made a worthy attempt right out of the rice box . The cheese rangoons & dipping sauce were just short of one my favorite Asian appetizers that I've had, or at least in the top 3 of mine. Fried, cheese and sweet! The Cumins lamb and the Walnut shrimp went beyond the typical American duplication of these dishes and were closer to authentic than we expected. Due to a mix up in the kitchen, they served the cucumber salad at the end of our meal instead of first. My recommendation is that if you are on a first date, then skip this appetizer because the intense and overwhelming garlic flavor added will ensure you won't have a second one. The restaurant is clean, has nice bathrooms and ample seating. Nice touches to the plates, silverware and chopsticks which included the restaurant name and logo. We met the owner, Ping, who is originally from China, and was very friendly to us. By asking for our feedback on our overall experience is not only a positive gesture for improvement, but shows she wants to please her customers. If you can expand the drink menu beyond can sodas, and add Iced Tea (you know we are in the south and temps are over 100d even though you would never find it in China) and add a few more servers when business picks up; then I like your chances. Remember, " A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step."

My BFF and I tried this place for the first time. We ordered shredded garlic pork, green beans and Kung Pao beef. The food was so delicious and flavorful. This place did not disappoint. Very bright and clean. The staff was friendly and very attentive. We will definitely come back, highly recommended.

Service was good, but the dry shrimp sichuan bowl was terrible. 8 measly shrimp with tons of almost inedible potato slices??, cauliflower, lemongrass stalks and husks of dried chili pepper. Supposed to have vegetables! And they charged $29 for this! Not worth it! Fried rice not great either.

Trying Asian restaurants in our area. Ordered Hot & Sour Soup which was 16 oz watered down tasting and neither hot nor sour with limited ingredients that I would expect to see; pork spring rolls were presented well and tasted good, not great; chicken potstickers same as spring rolls; and pork buns virtually flavorless. Water glass had something floating within it. Service was prompt from entering to when we left. It was noon when we arrived and quiet. During meal we watched staff or owners (?) making food at a nearby table while taking calls. We will keep searching.

The food here is excellent! Every dish I've tried has been consistently delicious. They truly have some of the best customer service in San Antonio, and the owner is incredibly kind and welcoming. The restaurant is always spotless and well-kept. I wish I could eat here every day!

We wanted to try a new spot for Chinese food in our area and ended up choosing Ping's Sichuan Kitchen. So glad we did! The food and service were excellent. Restaurant was clean and had great ambience. Everything we ordered was fresh and packed with great flavor. Do yourself a favor and get the green beans .. they are deliciously seasoned to perfection! All of the staff were very welcoming. Reasonably priced menu items and great portions. Try them out if you haven't yet.

We usually frequent Yu Feng Asian Cuisine, which is just a few doors down, and thought we'd check out this new establishment especially since there are many great reviews. As we walked in my first impression was that it's nice to see a Chinese restaurant where everything looks brand new and clean. Bamboo steam baskets were strung vertically from the ceiling and used as decoration-clever and fitting! Plates, utensils and even the chopsticks were imprinted with their name. Their menu has a fair number of dishes to choose from. My husband likes spicy foods and I don't. We both ordered Mongolian beef. While waiting for our food we were offered a game to play. I don't know what it's called, but it contains an octagon board of wooden pegs and a dice of colors (vs dots) corresponding to the pegs. It helped pass the time. Our dishes arrived, freshly cooked with vegetables still having a slight crunch (perfect) and lots of sliced beef. While it was tasty, I could slightly taste the baking soda used in the marinade to tenderize the beef. If you know, you know! The dish was otherwise good. It came with a bowl of white rice. You can order fried rice for a slight up charge. I was born and raised in Hawaii where Asian culture and cuisine are abundant. I'm a foodie! Trust me when I say I know what good Asian food tastes like. All in all, we had a good experience. The food is good, but it didn't wow me. The prices are higher than most Chinese restaurants, but their servings are a bit larger too. I don't mind paying for good quality and flavor, BUT this place didn't convince me enough to switch.

We love Chinese food, especially Sichuan style, so we decided to check out the new Pings Sichuan Kitchen that's been getting a lot of attention and great reviews. For us, the overall experience was just OK. We arrived on a weekday around 6:30 and there were three other occupied tables. Shortly after, we were the only ones there. Our server was great! Very friendly and attentive, explaining everything perfectly. The owner was there, and I've seen a lot of mentions about her, but she never said a word to us in an empty restaurant. Not hello, not goodbye, not even a thank you. But that's not a dealbreaker. We ordered the potstickers to start. They were served hot and crispy, with a dipping sauce that seemed to be mostly soy sauce based, and it was very salty (as soy sauce typically is). We also ordered the Shredded Sweet Garlic Pork that wasn't shredded, wasn't sweet, and didn't taste much of garlic... but, again, it was very salty. The Classical Dong Po Pork was the standout dish. So tender it was practically falling apart, super flavorful, pleasantly sweet. If I were to go back, this is the dish I would definitely get. It's made with pork belly, so don't be surprised by the thick fatty layer, and it's not crispy like most people are accustomed to, but it is melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The Sichuan green beans were definitely not the best we've had, but the most we've paid. The server said all dishes are prepared at your choice of spice level 1-3, 3 being spiciest. A 0/zero would have no spice. We ordered between 1-2, but we may as well have said zero spice. Not spicy at all. The price in general is higher than most Sichuan restaurants in the city, just not as tasty as the others in the city. Everything has the restaurant name on it, from the dishes to the chopsticks and silverware, the specially printed to-go bags, everything. Maybe the high prices are to pay for these special, but unnecessary, touches. The decor is otherwise very cute, clean, and bright. Red, white, paper lanterns... very quaint. We would like to go back, just in case they were having a bad day with a broken salt shaker. For the "shredded" pork, the Sichuan pork at T Jin's just the other side of 281 is much tastier, better seasoned, better priced, and more generously portioned. Neither one is "authentic," but the flavor is far better. Of all the things we ordered, we would only reorder the Dong Po Pork, and maybe the potstickers if they put a little more effort into a better sauce. Check it out for yourselves.

Absolutely amazing food service and fair on pricing as well, generous portions and such great flavors also

It was the first day of the opening. The restaurant had a lot of activities , gifts and the dragon was there. This restaurant has a large variety of delicious meal. We had mapu tofu, soupe dumplings . The service was slow it's understandable it was the first day. I will coming back.

This place is new. It looks new. Great staff and service. We ordered orange chicken and soup dumplings. The dumplings had great flavor but not enough soup to call them Soup dumplings. I normally don't order orange chicken but I did for my fiance and we shared. It was fresh, even the batter. Reminded me of my parents' restaurant. I would definitely come back here and try some of the more traditional Sichuan dishes so that I can better gauge for the authenticity as a Chinese restaurant. All in all, great atmosphere and super clean. I hope it stays this way!

Server offered to bring us both types of rice when we couldn't decide. Never told us that we would be charged for both. We though he would just bring some of each. Server had a knit hat on and a large comb sticking out of his hair. Very unappetizing and didn't seem sanitary. Food was ok but expensive for the area and what you got. Will not be back.

They force you to tip by not providing change.The food was below available will never recommend it.Too oily and same flavor for 3 dishes we ordered with just different names.

The food was delicious. We love spicy food and enjoyed all of it. We started with the chili oil wontons. The wontons had lots of filling, and we actually saw the owner making them at a nearby table which I thought was pretty cool. She had stopped by the table earlier to talk with us too. I got the dan dan noodles and my hubby got the spicy boiled beef. It was all yummy! The service and ambiance were both very pleasant for our lunch date.

The food is so good! I've eaten at Ping's 4 times and the food is amazing. The restaurant is very clean and inviting. Excellent service. The owner, Ping is warm and welcoming. I highly recommend Ping's.

Service was excellent. Restaurant was clean and tidy, food prepared hot & fresh. Flavor was lacking, with most dishes we tried really only having a spicy heat. It had a lack of complexity compared to the other sichuan restaurants in town (House and Garden).

Just great food. My wife and o eat there our weekday lunch w/o kids. Love the ladies running the service. Great layout and ambiance. Just adding our recent visit pics.

Super friendly service , April was great... Food was excellent! Had the Walnut Shrimp was perfectly cooked and not too sweet. The pork spring rolls were also great. Can't wait to come back and try some spicy dishes. Good job!

Started my meal with Wonton Soup it was good and flavorful. Then I ordered the Combination Mongolian with Chicken, Beef and Shrimp with steamed rice. It was delicious. I'm going back soon!

We made our reservation at Ping's Szechuan Kitchen on Evans Road through Google and were quickly seated upon arrival. Service was impeccable--attentive without being overbearing--and the spice level was adjusted perfectly to our request (low). The shredded sweet garlic pork was colorful, aromatic, and absolutely packed with flavor. The chicken pot stickers were fried to perfection with just the right crisp. The stir-fried cabbage ended up being the unexpected star of the table, seared beautifully and full of depth. The dry sliced shrimp were crisp and tasty, though slightly salty for my personal preference. This is truly a destination spot--well worth the drive. A close friend recommended Ping's, and after dining here, that friend just got even closer in my book. Highly recommended!

Great food! Great service! Would definitely be back. The dan dan noodles reminded me of china mama in vegas! Super delicious!

Hello Friends, it's been a while. Well. I did it again. The food came out and I could not wait and just dove in. Looking at the pictures you can see I ordered a ton! Well, we didn't finish all off it but it wasn't for lack of trying! Nothing disappointed. Cumin lamb was great and I hate lamb in most cases. The dry pot fish was yummy and the green beans slayed! The salt and pepper fish are nice and plump with a crazy crispy topping! The walnut shrimp is not my thing usually but we found it flavorful and not too sickly sweet. Look, this place is damn tasty.... Don't ruin it for me. Come here and say hi to Ping but don't make it so busy I can't drive across town to enjoy. Next time I am trying the boiled spicy beef Ping's Boiled Fish with Pickled Cabbage and Chili! Can't wait! See you all there!

I've been anxiously waiting for Pings to open. This review is after only one to-go order, so hoping it only gets better. Also accounting for the fact that they just opened so I'm rounding up here. I ordered the chicken lo mein, beef fried rice, Mongolian beef, and soup bao pork dumplings. Everything tasted great, just a few little things I have to nitpick at. The fried rice says it has veggies but I didn't see anything other than onion, egg and a few small green onions mixed in. I was definitely hoping for a bit more in there. The soup dumplings were much smaller than I expected. They were tasty but not much broth in there. Don't think I'd order again unless eating at the restaurant to see if they're different when fresh. The Mongolian beef was probably my favorite dish flavor wise. The lo mein was standard, nothing special there. I also wish the dishes were actually a bit more spicy since I asked for that. I'll still happily add them to my to-go rotation!

Wandered into Ping's today for lunch. What a great experience. Our server was Amber and she had wonderful recommendations. We also met Ping, the owner. It really made an impression that she took the time to stop by our table. We ordered the General Tso Chicken and the Sichuan Dry Spicy Chicken. Fried rice with both. Both meals were fantastic. I highly recommend both but if you've never tried dry spicy chicken...it's a must. Restaurant is super cute, soft music, clean, and Ping added small touches to make the ambiance welcoming. We will be back! Thank you Ping.

I'd like to color my review with the fact that I came during opening weekend, so take everything with a grain of salt. But I think in all fairness to some of the really good (real, not Panda style) Chinese food, the food itself was lacking. Keep also in mind that I'm originally from LA. Food was disappointing, especially since it seemed like Chinese owned. Overall themes were small portions and high prices- it was even more expensive than the ones we went to in CA! The Dong Po pork was overly sweet and high-fructose corn syrup. What was described as pan fried dumplings were what looked like the kind you get as a side in a fast food restaurant, not fresh, and definitely not an authentic dumpling. Also small and expensive. The only thing good was the mapo-tofu, which was again, overpriced. The prices matched up with a higher end place like Duck and Dumpling, which also had an opening recently, and provides incredibly authentic dumplings at a high price point. This place had the price point but what looked like frozen dumplings. The kids liked the soup dumplings, but again, seemed to be from frozen and similar to what you can now buy at Costco. We didn't get to try the walnut shrimp because it never arrived. I gave one star for their effort to try to make it right by taking it off the order, but after an hour of waiting for a dish and asking our server 3 times about it, we just gave up. We absolutely want to support true authentic Chinese cuisine of which I think there is more and more of! Mian noodles in stone oak is half the price and better quality. If you want to drive a little than Shifu Noodle in the city is pretty decent at a better price point. I just can't see us giving this place another chance with the many other choices on the list, but probably will just to see if some of the other items on the menu were better and because we want to support local business. We do wish them the best but hope they will adjust their quality and price point. Ok, on to our experience. Again...it was opening weekend. But food was super slow, and as we looked around people around us were very disappointed and hungry. Food was served without utensils or rice, and out of order. It felt like an episode of Kitchen Nightmares where there was a lot of heads in the kitchen and no one knew how to properly run a restaurant. Everyone was super nice but overwhelmed.

So we are happy we came in! Started with Soup Bao Pork and it is a must. Fresh and full of flavor. Had the Kung Pao Chicken and it was realllllly good. We will come back for sure. Good customer service and great taste.

Great food and Service!!! Definitely will return to try everything they have. The pot stickers, and meals were delicious!!

Great food awesome customer service in a cool vibe we had orange chicken and gen Tso's chicken we'll be back!

Thank You Ping's Sichuan Kitchen for a delicious and satisfying lunch! The food was amazing! Everything was cooked perfectly. The service was great! The restaurant was comfortable and very inviting. We enjoyed the calm background music. Over all it was a pleasant experience. We will definitely be back for the great food and calm (zen feeling) environment.

The food is great however when going to pick up the togo order on Christmas the front desk gentlemen was extremely rude. When asked how long on the order i was told 20 min. After returning twice after and hour i was again told 20 min. I asked for him to check my order he stated he isn't able to do that. I understand it being busy for Christmas but you dont keep saying 20 min and then refusing to check if its even started. AND THEN AFTER GETTING HOME THEY LEAVE OUT MY MAPO TOFU

We now live in Houston and get fantastic Chinese options and this place is as good if not better than most! Just as good as Sichuan garden and kitchen so nice to have on this side of San Antonio. Only done take out here but food is always ready quickly and is pipping hot/fresh. Interior seems like a great place for casual dining. Crispy spicy chicken always a quality dish. Mapo tofu is a great way to judge a Sichuan place and theirs is great. Awesome green beans too! We'll definitely be regulars here when we are in town. Saw another review saying spice was lacking but really didn't get that at all... 3 spicy levels and a 3 will have you breathing fire. Great use of Sichuan peppercorn and other spices

Everything we got was outstanding! Soup pork baos, beef fried rice and the sweet garlic shredded pork were all amazing! Will definitely be a repeat customer!

Delicious food, great service. Orange chicken has some of the best sauce I've had! Perfect amount of spice. Salt and pepper fish was so tender and flaky. The owner came over and greeted us, she was so sweet. Please give this place a try! Loved it!!

Don't sleep on this incredible restaurant! Located out on 281, outside of the 1604, it is in a strip mall with the standard hair place and the dental business. What you don't see from the outside is a bright, fresh, clean decor, plenty of lighting, and just the right touch of oriental decorations. The staff is very friendly, attentive and ready to explain anything. Joana got me taken care of quickly with my order of spicy crispy chicken (medium heat), fried rice, and pork spring rolls (4). All of it was so good, fresh, and hot....spicy at the right level. The quantity of food was enough for two. But it's the small things..attention to detail..the way the utensils and plates sport the business logo, this adds so much in distinguishing yourself from everyone else. It was pretty quiet, about 12 patrons, most everyone had themselves preoccupied with eating, so you know it's good! The price is acceptable at $30, food, ice tea, and taxes. Although Pings is nowhere near where I live...it is now my go to place for Chinese food!

Everything we ordered was delicious! We had orange chicken, Ping's cold noodles, chicken lo mein, Tsos chicken, and the chicken pot stickers. Restaurant was very clean and staff was friendly and attentive. Ping's will be our new go-to place! We highly recommend it!

Wow... great variety of authentic tasty food plated artistically on a plate and bowel at a very reasonable price. Dined there today. Waitress was attentive and kind. The dining area was clean and felt warm and welcoming. This is my new IT place. Their food is truly upscale from a lot of other Chinese restaurants.

Stopped by this spot on a whim and what a pleasant surprise. It's a fairly new restaurant and the food was fantastic, service was excellent, and we'll definitely be back! We ordered General Tso's Chicken and steamed rice (spice level 1) and Mongolian Beef and fried rice (spice level 2) with extra veggies. As well as, hot Jasmine tea, which required no sweetener. Hopefully, this place can attract the clientele to keep it in business, but I also hope attracting said clientele doesn't diminish the quality of food and service.