Best Kung Pao Chicken in College Park

Updated March 2026

Kung Pao Chicken is one of the most famous dishes in Sichuan cuisine, known for its balance of spicy, savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. The dish features diced chicken stir-fried with dried chilies, Sichuan peppercorns, peanuts, and aromatics such as garlic and ginger, all coated in a glossy sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar. The combination of tender chicken, crunchy peanuts, and the distinctive mala sensation from chilies and Sichuan peppercorns gives Kung Pao Chicken its signature character. Today it is widely recognized as one of the most iconic dishes of Chinese cuisine both in China and internationally.

College Park has strong availability for Kung Pao Chicken, with several places serving solid versions across the city. Use the notes below to match your preference—milder vs. bolder, saucier vs. drier, or more numbing vs. more aromatic.

1. Peter Chang Kitchen & Bar

    

   Peter Chang Kitchen And Bar offers a confident kung pao chicken, with quick wok heat, chile fragrance, and balanced sweetness, and a clear Sichuan-style snap.

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2. Eastern Gourmet

    

   Eastern Gourmet turns out a polished kung pao chicken, with quick wok heat, chile fragrance, and balanced sweetness, without losing the dish’s classic sweet-savory profile.

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Kung Pao Chicken in Nearby Cities

Explore where to find Kung Pao Chicken in nearby cities.

Silver Spring, MD

2 spots

Rockville, MD

3 spots

Gaithersburg, MD

1 spot

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