Our Mission
To deliver bold, authentic Szechuan flavors quickly and consistently — making exceptional food accessible in every food court we operate.
About us
From a small food court stall to 50+ locations nationwide.
Our story
Szechuan Express was founded in 2008 by Chef Wei Chen, a Chengdu native passionate about bringing authentic Szechuan flavors to food courts. Starting with a single stall, the brand grew through word of mouth and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Today, Szechuan Express serves thousands of guests daily across 50+ North American locations with the same bold, fiery recipes that started it all.
Mission & vision
To deliver bold, authentic Szechuan flavors quickly and consistently — making exceptional food accessible in every food court we operate.
To become North America's most recognized Szechuan brand — known for speed, authentic flavor, and a dining experience that is both traditional and modern.
Our team
Wei Chen
Founder & Head Chef
Lily Zhao
Chief Operations Officer
Marcus Kim
VP Franchising