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About
Ma LaLa
Ma LaLa, a seafood haven located in Astoria, NY, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. This women-owned establishment offers a plethora of options for all types of diners, including vegans. With a range of amenities such as delivery, takeout, outdoor seating, and wheelchair accessibility, Ma LaLa ensures a comfortable dining experience for all.
The menu boasts a variety of delectable dishes, from sautéed string beans to crispy chicken cilantro dumplings. Customers rave about the flavorful Mala chicken, perfectly spiced and tender, and the generous portions that leave them satisfied. The dry pot dishes, dan dan noodles, and crispy fish are also favorites among patrons, showcasing the chef's expertise in creating dishes that are both tasty and filling.
The cozy ambiance of Ma LaLa adds to the overall dining experience, with attentive service and a chill atmosphere that makes diners feel right at home. Whether you're a fan of spicy cuisine or looking to try something new, Ma LaLa has something for everyone. So why not give this quaint restaurant a try and indulge in the mouthwatering flavors that await you at Ma LaLa?
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ 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! ”
