For mala in Cupertino, Energy Station (未来食客) at 20916 Homestead Rd #E serves mala hot bowls from $18.99, Duck Blood in Chili Sauce ($17.99), Dry Pot Crunchy Fish Slices ($20.99) and Spicy Crayfish Tails ($16.99).
If you love numbing, spicy mala flavor, Energy Station (未来食客) in Cupertino is worth knowing. Beyond its BBQ skewers, the menu has mala hot bowls, braised dishes, dry pot and classic Sichuan-style plates.
Address: 20916 Homestead Rd #E, Cupertino, CA 95014
What is mala?
Mala (麻辣) means "numbing and spicy." The numbing comes from Sichuan peppercorn and the heat comes from dried chili. It is the signature flavor of Sichuan and Chongqing cooking.
Mala hot bowls (冒菜)
A hot bowl is one serving of meat and vegetables cooked in a spicy mala broth. It is filling enough to be a meal on its own, so it works well for one person.
- Vegetables Hot Bowl: $18.99
- Beef Slices Hot Bowl: $21.99
- Fish Fillet Hot Bowl: $21.99
- Seafood Hot Bowl: $21.99
- Family Feast Hot Bowl: $27.99
A lunch special version of the Beef, Fish, Seafood and Vegetable hot bowls is also on the menu ($17.99–$18.99).
House specials for spice lovers
- Duck Blood in Chili Sauce (毛血旺) — $17.99, with beef tripe, duck blood, sausage and pork intestines
- Spicy Braised Dry Mix (辣卤干拌) — $23.99
- Spicy Crayfish Tails — $16.99
- Dry Pot Crunchy Fish Slices (干锅脆鱼) — $20.99
- Spicy Braised Pork Ribs — $18.99
- Stir-fried Spicy Duck Head / Pork Trotter — $18.99 each
Braised snacks (卤味)
Braised duck neck, duck wings, chicken feet, beef shank and pork feet ($14.99 each), or a combo plate ($18.99). These are good for sharing while you wait for the hot food.
Cool it down
Pair the heat with cold dishes such as Preserved Egg w/ Cucumber ($10.99), Cold Seaweed Salad ($8.99) or Cold Jellyfish Salad ($11.99). Good drinks for spicy food are Beijing Yogurt, Coconut Juice and Jiaduobao herbal tea. For dessert, the Brown Sugar Glutinous Rice Cake ($9.85) is sweet and chewy, a nice contrast to the spice.
Not into spice?
There are milder options too: Egg Fried Rice, Super Crispy Pork (小酥肉), Golden Steamed Buns, most of the vegetable skewers and Tin Foil Mushroom Baby Cabbage.
Order online
Skip the wait: order online for pickup with the order button at the end of this page.
FAQ
Where can I get mala food in Cupertino?
Energy Station at 20916 Homestead Rd #E serves mala hot bowls, Duck Blood in Chili Sauce, spicy crayfish and other Sichuan-style dishes.
What is a mala hot bowl (mao cai)?
A single-serving bowl of meat and vegetables cooked in a numbing, spicy broth. Energy Station has beef, fish, seafood, vegetable and family-size versions.
Is there parking?
Yes. Energy Station has a free parking lot.
Prices are from the online menu as of November 2026 and may change. Check the order page for current prices.
