When I first read this review, I was dismayed since Zhu was becoming one of my favorite places. But then I paid more attention to the flavors and I think you're right, to some extent. Pretty much everything there (especially any of the dipping sauces) is sweet. That said, I've tried about half the menu now and I wouldn't say many entrees are like "willy wonka candy". Yes, the orange seitan and dishes like that with glaze are very sweet, but some things like the Veggie Curry Noodle soup are barely sweet (& I wouldn't have thought was sweet at all, before reading your review). I recommend you give it another try with some different choices. However, if even the hint of sugar will turn you off, you're probably better off skipping it (the Steamed Vegetables is the only thing I can think of that is absolutely not sweetened).