Jing Jings is a staple if you want good, spicy Chinese and you are in or near Palo Alto. Parking is very difficult in that area. If you see a space anywhere, grab it.
Jing Jings offers the typical Chinese szechuan fare, but the food is well prepared, served in very large portions, and priced right.
If you want spicy just ask for it. The potstickers (fried dumplings) are good, not great. The Dan Dan noodles are very good, as is the Kung Pao chicken. The KP has a good amount of chicken and not overloaded with veggies.
As an after dinner treat walk down the street to the Double Rainbow for ice cream (see my other entry).