It’s not exactly controversial to say that people in Maine love Chinese food.

The state is home to dozens of Chinese restaurants, from the state’s biggest city to some of its smaller towns.

And because of that, people across Vacationland have pretty much settled on a favorite. Whether it’s a specific dish or just everything on the menu, a favorite Chinese restaurant brings comfort.

So when it comes to national food experts declaring which Chinese restaurant is the “best”, there’s always going to be some debate.

That didn’t stop Chowhound from trying as they named a Portland, Maine, favorite the best Chinese Restaurant in the state.

Chowhound Crowns Sichuan Kitchen in Portland as Best Chinese Restaurant in Maine

Popular food site Chowhound recently released a list called “The Hands Down Best Chinese Restaurant in Every State”.

For a couple of years running, Empire Kitchen in Portland, Maine, has been spotlighted as the “best” Chinese restaurant in the state.

This time around, it’s another favorite within the city, Sichuan Kitchen. The small but delicious stop along Congress Street in Portland has been serving up great dishes for nearly a decade.

Sichuan Kitchen in Portland, Maine, Features Many Hard to Find Dishes

One of the standout parts of Sichuan Kitchen in Portland, Maine, is the depth of their menu.

Many Chinese restaurants across the state feature similar items because that’s what customers expect.

Sichuan Kitchen’s menu features many hard-to-find elsewhere items like a bamboo shoots or mushroom salad.

They have a terrific variety of noodle dishes and as Chowhound points it, their house-made chili sauce is an absolute must-add for the right meals.