Lantern Restaurant & Bar Menu

4.9
(50+ Reviews)
  • Customer Favorites

    Our most frequently ordered and highly rated selections.
    • C6. 脆皮猪手 / Crispy Pork Feet

      Slightly spicy. Deep-fried pork feet with crackling skin and tender meat, seasoned with five-spice powder. A crunchy indulgence.
      $20.95
    • I5. 风味花菜 / Spiced Cauliflower

      Cauliflower florets stir-fried with cumin, chili, and garlic. A Xinjiang-inspired vegetarian dish.
      $16.95
    • C3. 毛血旺 / Spicy Blood and Tofu Stew

      Medium spicy. A fiery Sichuan hot pot dish with duck blood curd, pork intestines, tofu, and meats in a numbing-spicy broth.
      $34.95
    • F8. 回锅肉 / Twice-Cooked Pork

      Medium spicy. Pork belly boiled, sliced, and stir-fried with fermented black beans, pepper and leeks.
      $19.95
    • J4. 香芋红糖糍粑 / Taro Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake (3)

      Deep-fried sticky rice cakes drizzled with brown sugar syrup.
      $9.95
    • B2. 山药排骨汤 / Chinese Yam and Pork Rib Soup

      Pork rib broth with Chinese yam and red dates, hearty and slightly sweet.
      $7.95
    • F2. 辣子肥肠 / Spicy Pork Intestines

      Medium spicy. Crispy fried pork intestines stir-fried with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns.A bold dish for adventurous eaters.
      $19.95
    • E2. 豆花牛 / Tofu Pudding with Beef

      Slightly spicy. Silken tofu pudding topped with savory minced beef, chili oil, and Sichuan peppercorns. A contrast of textures and flavors.
      $19.95
    • H8. 扬州炒饭 / Yangzhou Fried Rice

      Fried rice with shrimp, sausage, eggs, and vegetables.
      $17.95
    • I8. 盘龙茄子 / Coiled Eggplant

      Slightly spicy. Eggplant sliced into a spiral, stuffed with minced pork, and braised in a savory sauce. A visually striking dish.
      $16.95
  • Appetizers

    • A1. 山城凉面 / Chongqing Cold Noodles

      Medium spicy. Chilled wheat noodles with tangy, spicy sauce, garlic, and sesame seeds.
      $11.95
    • A2. 丰都麻辣鸡 / Fengdu Spicy Chicken

      Heavy spicy. Cold poached chicken marinated in Sichuan peppercorn and chili oil.
      $15.95
    • A3. 夫妻肺片 / Sliced Beef and Ox Tripe in Chili Sauce

      Slightly spicy. Thinly sliced beef and ox tripe in spicy chili oil, garnished with peanuts and cilantro.
      $15.95
    • A4. 川北凉粉 / Northern Sichuan Cold Jelly Noodles

      Slightly spicy. Chilled mung bean noodles with spicy sauce, peanuts, and herbs.
      $9.95
    • A5. 猪肉蒸饺 / Steamed Pork Dumplings (5 Pieces)

      Steamed dumplings with seasoned pork, served with soy-vinegar dipping sauce.
      $8.95
    • A6. 猪肉锅贴 / Pork Potsticker (5 Pieces)

      Pan-fried dumplings with seasoned pork, served with soy-vinegar dipping sauce.
      $8.95
    • A8. 上海生煎包(4个) / Shanghai Pan-Fried Pork Buns (4 Pieces)

      Crispy-bottomed pork buns with juicy filling, pan-fried to perfection.
      $12.95
    • A11. 盐水鸭 / Salted Duck

      Tender duck cured in salt and spices, slow-cooked for a savory flavor.
      $15.95
    • A12. 猪肉蒸包 / Steamed Pork Bun (4 Pieces)

      Steamed bun with seasoned pork.
      $12.95
    • A13. 麻辣海螺片 / Spicy Sliced Conch

      Medium spicy. Thinly sliced conch stir-fried with chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and garlic. A rare delicacy with a chewy texture.
      $17.95
  • Soup

    • B2. 山药排骨汤 / Chinese Yam and Pork Rib Soup

      Pork rib broth with Chinese yam and red dates, hearty and slightly sweet.
      $7.95
    • B3. 蛋花汤 / Egg Drop Soup

      Light broth with silken egg ribbons, seasoned with white pepper and scallions.
      $5.95
    • B4. 酸辣汤 / Hot and Sour Soup

      Slightly spicy. A classic Chinese soup with a tangy and spicy broth, filled with tofu, bamboo shoots, and egg ribbons.
      $5.95
  • Chef's Special

    • C3. 毛血旺 / Spicy Blood and Tofu Stew

      Medium spicy. A fiery Sichuan hot pot dish with duck blood curd, pork intestines, tofu, and meats in a numbing-spicy broth.
      $34.95
    • C4. 三鲜锅巴 / Three Delicacies Crispy Rice

      Crispy rice cakes topped with a stir-fry of shrimp, squid, and vegetables in a savory sauce. A textural delight.
      $19.95
    • C5. 桥头三嫩 / Stir-fried Liver Aorta and Kidney

      Medium spicy. A signature Sichuan dish featuring tender pork liver, kidney, and aorta, stir-fried with fiery chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, and aromatic spices. Quick-cooked to perfection for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Bold, spicy, and unforgettable.
      $19.95
    • C6. 脆皮猪手 / Crispy Pork Feet

      Slightly spicy. Deep-fried pork feet with crackling skin and tender meat, seasoned with five-spice powder. A crunchy indulgence.
      $20.95
    • C7. 火山沸腾腰花 / Volcanic Boiling Pork Kidney

      Medium spicy. Pork kidney slices in bubbling chili-oil broth with Sichuan peppercorns.
      $45.95
    • C8. 松鼠鱼 / Fresh Squirrel-Shaped Sweet and Sour Fish

      Whole fish scored, deep-fried to resemble a squirrel’s tail, and glazed with a tangy sweet-and-sour sauce. A festive dish.
      $24.95
    • C9. 火山沸腾鱼 / Volcanic Boiling Fish

      Medium spicy. Sizzling fish fillets in bubbling chili-oil broth with Sichuan peppercorns.
      $45.95
  • Poultry

    • D1. 陈皮鸡 / Tangerine Chicken

      Crispy chicken tossed in a citrusy-sweet sauce with dried tangerine peel. Fragrant with a hint of bitterness.
      $16.95
    • D2. 芝麻鸡 / Sesame Chicken

      Crispy chicken tossed in a citrusy- sweet sauce with sesame seed.
      $16.95
    • D3. 左宗鸡 / General Tso's Chicken

      $16.95
    • D4. 芥兰鸡 / Stir-Fried Chicken With Broccoli

      $16.95
    • D5. 黔江鸡杂 / Qianjiang Chicken Giblets

      Slightly spicy. Stir-fried chicken giblets (heart, liver, gizzard) with pickled peppers and chili oil. A rustic Chongqing specialty.
      $28.95
    • D6. 宫保鸡 / Kung Pao Chicken

      Slightly spicy. Classic Sichuan stir-fry: diced chicken, peanuts, dried chilies, and Sichuan peppercorns in a sweet-spicy sauce.
      $17.95
    • D7. 尖椒鸡 / Chicken with Green Peppers

      Heavy spicy. Stir-fried chicken slices with fresh green peppers, garlic, and soy sauce. Mildly spicy with a crisp, fresh flavor.
      $19.95
    • D8. 辣子鸡 / Spicy Crispy Chicken with Chilies

      Medium spicy. Crispy fried chicken stir-fried with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns.
      $19.95
  • Beef

    • E1. 泡椒牛肉丝 / Beef with Pickled Pepper

      Medium spicy.
      $19.99
    • E2. 豆花牛 / Tofu Pudding with Beef

      Slightly spicy. Silken tofu pudding topped with savory minced beef, chili oil, and Sichuan peppercorns. A contrast of textures and flavors.
      $19.95
    • E3. 芥蓝牛 / Stir-fried Beef with Broccoli

      Tender beef stir-fried with crisp gai lan (Chinese broccoli) in a garlicky oyster sauce. Healthy and satisfying.
      $16.95
    • E4. 葱爆牛 / Stir-fried Beef with Scallions

      Quick-seared beef slices with scallions in a savory soy-based sauce. A staple of Chinese home cooking.
      $19.95
    • E5. 小椒炒牛肉 / Stir-fried Beef with Chilies

      Medium spicy. Beef slices wok-tossed with fresh red chilies, garlic, and black bean sauce. Fiery and aromatic.
      $19.95
    • E6. 水煮嫩牛肉 / Tender Boiled Beef in Chili Sauce

      Medium spicy. Thinly sliced beef poached in a fiery chili-oil broth with bean sprouts and Sichuan peppercorns. Silky texture, explosive heat.
      $26.95
  • Pork

    • F1. 糖醋排骨 / Sweet and Sour Spare Ribs

      Crispy pork ribs glazed in a glossy sauce of vinegar, sugar, and ketchup. A timeless Chinese favorite.
      $17.95
    • F2. 辣子肥肠 / Spicy Pork Intestines

      Medium spicy. Crispy fried pork intestines stir-fried with dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns.A bold dish for adventurous eaters.
      $19.95
    • F3. 鲍鱼红烧肉 / Braised Pork Belly with Abalone

      $24.95
    • F4. 尖椒肉丝 / Shredded Pork with Green Peppers

      Medium spicy. Stir-fried pork strips with crisp green peppers in a light soy-based sauce. Simple yet flavorful.
      $16.95
    • F5. 京酱肉丝 / Shredded Pork With Sweet Bean Sauce

      Tender pork strips stir-fried with scallions and slathered in a rich, sweet fermented bean sauce. Served with thin pancakes.
      $16.95
    • F6. 鱼香肉丝 / Shredded Pork with Garlic Sauce

      Slightly spicy. Stir-fried pork strips in a "Fish-fragrant" sauce—garlic, ginger, vinegar, and chili—creating a bold sweet-sour-spicy balance.
      $17.95
    • F8. 回锅肉 / Twice-Cooked Pork

      Medium spicy. Pork belly boiled, sliced, and stir-fried with fermented black beans, pepper and leeks.
      $19.95
  • Fish and Seafood

    • G1. 吊烧鱿鱼筒 / Grilled Stuffed Squid

      Whole squid stuffed with minced pork, grilled, and brushed with a sweet-savory glaze. A seafood lover’s delight.
      $19.95
    • G2. 水煮鱼 / Boiled Fish in Chili Oil

      Medium spicy.
      $22.95
    • G3. 椒盐虾 / Salt and Pepper Shrimp

      Crispy fried shrimp seasoned with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. A Cantonese classic with a spicy kick.
      $18.95
    • G4. 豆花鱼 / Tofu Pudding Fish

      Slightly spicy.
      $22.95
    • G10. 酸菜鱼 / Fish with Pickled Mustard Greens

      Slightly spicy. Fish fillets in tangy broth with pickled mustard greens and chilies.
      $24.95
    • G7. 泡椒烤鱼 (活侧鱼) / Grilled Fish With Pickled Peppers (Fresh Tilapia)

      Slightly spicy. Grilled fish with tangy pickled pepper sauce, garlic, and fermented beans.
      $40.95
    • G8. 香辣烤鱼(活侧鱼) Spicy Grilled Fish (Fresh Tilapia)

      Medium spicy. Whole fish grilled and smothered in spicy chili sauce, served sizzling.
      $40.95
  • Rice & Noodles

    • H2. 捞面 / Lo Mein

      Stir-fried noodles with tender Beef slices, vegetables, and a savory soy-based sauce.
      $13.95
    • H4. 麻辣牛肉面 / Spicy Beef Noodles

      Medium spicy. Chewy noodles in a spicy beef broth, topped with braised beef brisket, chili oil, and pickled vegetables.
      $16.95
    • H7. 双汇炒饭 / Shuanghui Fried Rice

      Classic fried rice with eggs, diced ham, peas, and carrots. Light, fluffy, and subtly seasoned.
      $16.95
    • H8. 扬州炒饭 / Yangzhou Fried Rice

      Fried rice with shrimp, sausage, eggs, and vegetables.
      $17.95
    • 白米饭Rice

      $1.00
    • H10. 牛腩面 / Beef Flank Noodles

      Chewy noodles in a beef broth, topped with braised beef flank and vegetables.
      $16.95
  • Veggie

    • I1. 酸辣土豆丝 / Hot and Sour Shredded Potatoes

      Slightly spicy. Julienned potatoes stir-fried with vinegar, pepper, and garlic.
      $14.95
    • I2. 时令蔬菜 / Veggie of the Day

      $16.95
    • I3. 平桥豆腐 / Flat Bridge- Fried Tofu

      Tofu slabs pan-fried until golden, served with a drizzle of soy sauce and scallions. Simple and satisfying.
      $16.95
    • I4. 干煸四季豆 / Dry-fried Green Beans

      Blistered green beans with preserved mustard greens.
      $16.95
    • I5. 风味花菜 / Spiced Cauliflower

      Cauliflower florets stir-fried with cumin, chili, and garlic. A Xinjiang-inspired vegetarian dish.
      $16.95
    • I6. 西芹百合 / Stir-fried Celery with Lily Bulbs

      Crisp celery and delicate lily bulbs stir-fried in a light sauce. A refreshing, slightly floral side.
      $16.95
    • I7. 鱼香茄子 / Eggplant with Garlic Sauce

      Slightly spicy. Stir-fried eggplant in sweet, sour, and spicy sauce.
      $16.95
    • I8. 盘龙茄子 / Coiled Eggplant

      Slightly spicy. Eggplant sliced into a spiral, stuffed with minced pork, and braised in a savory sauce. A visually striking dish.
      $16.95
    • I9. 香辣豆腐 / Spicy Tofu

      Medium spicy. Soft tofu cubes stir-fried in a chili-garlic sauce with minced pork. A fiery vegetarian-friendly option.
      $16.95
    • I10. 木耳山药 / Stir-Fried Wood Ear Mushrooms With Chinese Yam

      Crunchy wood ear mushrooms and tender Chinese yam stir-fried in a light garlic sauce.
      $17.95
    • I11. 麻婆豆腐 / Mapo Tofu

      Medium spicy. Silken tofu in spicy chili-bean sauce with Sichuan peppercorns.
      $16.95
  • Dessert

    • J1. 红枣银耳汤 / Red Date and White Fungus Soup

      Sweet soup with red dates, snow fungus, and goji berries.
      $6.95
    • J2. 红糖老冰粉 / Brown Sugar Jelly Dessert

      Chilled herbal jelly with brown sugar syrup and raisins.
      $6.95
    • J4. 香芋红糖糍粑 / Taro Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake (3)

      Deep-fried sticky rice cakes drizzled with brown sugar syrup.
      $9.95
  • Drink

    • 茶π蜜桃乌龙Oolong Tea with Peach Flavor

      $3.95
    • 茶π青提乌龙Oolong Tea with Green Grape Flavor

      $3.95
    • 元气森林荔枝Lychee Sparkling

      $3.95
    • 元气森林白桃Peach Sparkling

      $3.95
    • 元气森林葡萄Grape Sparkling

      $3.95
    • 冰糖雪梨Pear Juice

      $3.95
    • 康师傅冰绿茶Green Tea

      $3.95
    • 酸梅汤Plum Juice

      $3.95
    • 康师傅冰红茶Ice Lemon Tea

      $3.95
    • S.Pellegrino® Sparkling Water

      $3.95
    • Canned Coke

      $1.95
      Canned Coke
    • Canned Diet Coke

      $1.95
      Canned Diet Coke
    • Canned Sprite

      $1.95
      Canned Sprite
    • Canned Sunkist

      $1.95
    • Canned Canada Dry

      $1.95
    • Bottle of Water

      $1.45
    • Orange Juice

      $18.00
    • Cranberry Juice

      $18.00
    • Pineapple Juice

      $18.00
    • Sweet Tea

      $2.45
    • Unsweetened Tea

      $2.45
    • Hot Tea

      $3.99
  • Finger Foods

    • Fruit Tray

      $15.95
    • Nuts Tray

      $15.95

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