Authentic
Hunan Cuisine
Experience the rich, fiery soul of Hunan cuisine—crafted with time-honored techniques, premium ingredients, and bold flavors rarely found outside China. At My Happy Hunan Kitchen, every dish is made to be shared, bringing people together around the table in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Our Menu
红烧甲鱼 – Braised Soft Shell Turtle
Slow-braised soft shell turtle in a rich, savory house sauce with aromatic spices. Deeply flavorful and nourishing, prepared in traditional Hunan style.
青椒甲鱼 – Braised Soft Shell Turtle with Green Pepper
Tender soft shell turtle simmered with fresh green peppers and bold seasonings. A perfect balance of heat, fragrance, and authentic Hunan depth.
手工鲜肉丸汤 – Homemade Meatball Soup
Handcrafted pork meatballs gently simmered in a light, savory broth. Comforting, delicate, and made fresh for a clean, satisfying taste.
黄焖鹿茸菌 – Braised Velvet Mushrooms with Pork
Tender velvet mushrooms braised slowly with sliced pork in a flavorful sauce. Earthy, rich, and deeply satisfying with every bite.
Signature Dishes
Savor the moment with our exquisite dishes crafted with passion and the finest ingredients.
The Ambiance
Where gilded whispers and candlelight compose an evening of warmth, elegance, and quiet allure.
About Us
My Happy Hunan Kitchen is a full-service restaurant devoted to preserving the true essence of traditional Hunan cuisine—one of China’s most expressive and flavor-driven regional culinary traditions.
True Hunan Cooking
A Taste Of Tradition
Renowned for its vibrant heat, aromatic chilies, layered spices, and bold complexity, Hunan cooking is unapologetic and deeply rooted in heritage. Every dish we prepare reflects generations of culinary knowledge passed down through time, honoring techniques and flavors that remain unchanged by trends.
Authentic Hunan Cuisine
Traditional recipes prepared true to their regional roots, delivering bold flavors rarely found outside China.
Bold, Spicy Flavors
Fresh chilies, aromatic spices, and layered heat create dishes that are rich, vibrant, and unforgettable.
Family-Style Dining
Our dishes are made to be shared, bringing people together around the table for a warm experience.
Crafted with Care
High-quality ingredients and time-honored techniques ensure consistency, depth, and authenticity in every dish.
Meet Our Chefs
At My Happy Hunan Kitchen, our chefs are the guardians of tradition. Trained in authentic Hunan cooking techniques and guided by generations of culinary heritage, they bring bold flavors and cultural integrity to every dish.
Head Chef
De Wu
Born in Changsha, Hunan, China, Chef Wu started his career as a professional chef at the renowned Mao’s Restaurant 毛家饭店 , one of the Top 100 restaurants of China (fun fact: Mao Zedong was also born in Hunan, just 75 miles from Changsha). In 2016, Chef Wu immigrated to Boston and worked as Head Chef at Sumiao Hunan Kitchen in Cambridge. In 2020 Chef Wu partnered with Chef Ding as co-founder of My Happy Hunan Kitchen
Head Chef
Wei Ding
Chef Ding is an award winning chef from Changsha, the capital city of Hunan, China. He was Executive Chef at Huatian Hotel 华天酒店 , the famous 5-star hotel located in Changsha. In 2010 Chef Ding founded his first restaurant, Kuai Le Xiang Ju 筷乐湘聚, in Changsha, and expanded to 15 locations in China. With that success, he and his family moved to America to bring authentic Hunan cuisine to Boston.
Dining Testimonials
Where Every Review is a Testament to Excellence, and Every Visit Becomes a Legend
Reserve A Table
An evening of exquisite taste, quiet luxury
Monday to Saturday
11:00AM -09:30PM
Sunday
11:00AM -09:00PM
Address
1926 Beacon Street • Brighton, MA