press
“Sometimes you can hear the sound of sizzling woks in the kitchen of this Sichuan dining venture. It’s a good omen in Long Island City, which isn’t known for its Asian cuisine but may be soon, thanks to Hupo. The sleek space is narrow and long, with dark hardwood floors and lofty ceilings.”
by Michelin
“Szechuan cuisine is "Chinese people's most beloved style of cooking," according to Hupo. This Long Island City restaurant is dedicated to presenting Szechuan food in a contemporary way, while maintaining traditional virtues, too.”
by Nyctourism
“If you’re looking to eat Chinese food in LIC, Hupo is the best option we’ve tried by far. Turn your random Tuesday night into a party here, even if the guest list is limited to you and some Chengdu cold noodles. (It's an exclusive party.) We can’t think of any other restaurant in the Long Island City or Astoria serving Szechuan food that tastes like what you’d find in Flushing or Lower Manhattan. To see what we mean, try the mapo tofu, which stands out partly because of its accessories. ”
By Hannah Albertine / January 13, 2022
“An Understanding of Millennial Asian Taste, at Hupo The Sichuanese restaurant in Long Island City offers drink specialties including brown-sugar milk tea and an Uji-matcha latte, as well as such solid culinary standbys as Chongqing roasted fish and braised-beef noodle soup. ”
By Jiayang Fan / January 7, 2022