Han Dynasty - Old City

Han Dynasty - Old City is a Chinese restaurant focused on Sichuan-style cooking, with a menu built around savory sauces, dried chilies, garlic, scallions and fresh peppers. The food has a clear spicy character, while the menu also includes milder vegetable, tofu, seafood and meat preparations for a range of tastes.

The menu is organized around lunch, appetizers, entrees and beverages. Stir-fried dishes are a major part of the selection, with crisp textures, aromatic seasonings and sauces that balance heat with savory and tangy notes. Vegetable-focused choices include tofu, eggplant, string beans, cabbage, potatoes and pea leaves, while meat and seafood sections feature chicken, pork, beef, fish and shrimp.

A dedicated gluten-free menu gives diners with gluten-related dietary needs a clearer way to navigate the selection. The combination of vegetable dishes, tofu preparations and meat-free possibilities also gives groups room to order across different preferences, although individual dish ingredients and preparation details remain important to confirm with the restaurant.

The Old City location offers more than a standard dine-in meal. Indoor and outdoor dining are available, along with delivery and takeout for meals away from the restaurant. Catering, private dining and event services extend the restaurant's format to larger gatherings and hosted occasions.

Located at 110 Chestnut St, the restaurant suits diners looking for spice-forward Chinese cooking in Philadelphia, including lunch guests, groups arranging a sit-down meal and diners seeking a menu with both protein-rich and vegetable-centered choices. Reservations are available for larger parties, and the restaurant provides separate arrangements for parties of eight or more.