Let's just say this is not the place for those with weak stomachs. Luckily, I have the digestive system of a champ, so Szechuan was a staple of my diet throughout my college years. Cheap food, tolerable quality, and generous portions are all I need to keep me happy and my stomach/wallet full. They really live up to their "Express" name. I've had food come out less than a minute after I put in my order which is probably a good and bad thing at the same time.
I can understand the hate. Is the food five-star quality? Absolutely not. Will you find the occasional stray hair in your food? Quite possibly. But for less than $6 an order, it's a great deal. Even now when I pass through Oakland, I'll stop by for some General Tso's tofu for old time's sake. Of course, they still remember my order after all this time. I'm a Szechuan fan for life.