There's a new Chinese restaurant in the 'City of Gentle People.' And what makes it different is its Szechuan dishes. If I'm not mistaken, Szechuan food is characterized by its use of Szechuan peppercorns that has a 'numbing sensation' - being a spice lover, it's a delightful numbing sensation.
I asked the waitress if they had an FB Page. Alas, they don't have it at the moment since they were still in their 'soft opening' phase. Anyhow, I was happy with the prompt service and she gave me a glass of their complimentary tea (I think this is one custom that authentic Chinese restaurants follow). Simply put, I really appreciated it.
Since I was in the mood for noodles (which typically happens most of the time), I ordered their Chongqing Noodles (120php) and asked for some extra chili oil.
After several minutes, my order came and it looked dangerously hot. Having a first sip of the broth, the spice level was just right for me. There was no more need to add chili oil but still did so since I asked for it. I suggest regular diners to opt for the slightly spicy option.
The dish had some peanuts, greens, and lots of chilies. The broth was flavorful with just the right amount of saltiness. The noodles were thinner than the what I'm used to. Nonetheless, it was love at first bite! I consumed it in a few minutes.
Halang Halang Restaurant offers a wide array of dishes. It would be nice to dine in a group since most of their dishes are good for 2-3 people. The prices are quite reasonable. Certainly, I'll be back pretty soon. I'm setting my sight on their Mapo Tofu, a traditional Szechuan dish that I'd really like to try. I hope they'll receive a good following from Dumagueteños. 😉