Okay, I never do this, but the food is so bad the general public must be warned. I chose this place partially based on the previous reviews, and I cannot explain the 4.4 stars. I can, however, provide detailed and relevant feedback on the quality of the meal. Let me 1st say the people there are very nice, they did a good job with serving the food. We ordered 2 chef specialties, one vegetable dish and soup. It is important they fire the chef as quickly as possible. In a place like the Bay Area with amazing Asian restaurants, and Taiwanese specifically, the taste and quality of what I received is hard to understand. The Salt and Pepper spare ribs were literally inedible. It is not easy to describe, but the closest I can imagine is a taste like the smell of dirty feet. All the meat in the 2 dishes with meat was almost impossible to chew, due both to quality of the meat and severe overcooking. The sauces, which I thought looked good on the menus, were extremely oversweet but with no chili, onion, garlic or other balancing flavor. Like plain Hoisin sauce. The eggplant dish had been way overcooked, so it was almost eggplant puree, with no eggplant or any other flavor other than that sweet sticky sauce. So we blew $60 on food that could not beat microwave dinner quality. It gives me no pleasure to do this to the owners, but I hope they take this as a wake up call to an abomination of a menu, and try to make some changes very fast. PS, my wife says the hot n sour soup was ok, like NY takeout quality or so.
Lived in Willow Glen all my life, and I remember when this restaurant opened! I’ve been coming here since I was a child and have always loved it! There’s no better pick for Chinese food in all of San Jose. Take out or sit down — they’re both delicious! The best Chow Mein I’ve ever eaten, & the cod and eggplant is divine. Try them-you’ll be happy that you did!
Tried the Pineapple Fried Rice for the first time and it was amazing!
Came here for lunch today with my parents. I have been here once before for dinner and recommended my folks try it (they are picky with Chinese food).This is the most they have raved about a restaurant in a long time. My dad and I ordered a lunch special and my mom ordered the salt and pepper ribs a la carte. The server started off on the right foot and was kind enough to offer my mother a complimentary salad and soup so she would not be left out of the coursing. Very nice touchThe food itself was very good and high quality. My dad who normally skips anything with veggies, ate the entire side salad. The hot and sour soup was balanced and very tangy and rich with hot tofu and mushrooms. The entrees were bright and fresh and served hot. The portions were large and generous.At the end the server asked how the food was with great courtesy. Overall the service was the last aspect of the experience that was perfect. He anticipated our need for to go boxes, was timely on my to go order, and was interested truly in our feedback.Thank you for impressing me and my folks. You have a customer for life
Great selection of dishes. Attentive staff and the food was perfect. Cod with eggplant, mmmmmmm. Just enough breading and the sauce! We also had the tofu veggie lettuce cups which were refreshing and tasty.
I went in here with really high expectations, my parents, my friends, and their parents had all talked about how good it was, and it exceeded expectations. The lunch special can't be beat. A must try!
Been to this place few times. Owner has great services and fantastic food
Loved this place for years. Chicken salad with lunch special ( usually buy) was an complete disappointment. Wedged lettuce looking for chicken or some type of noodles. What happened? Lettuce and sweet dressing didnt do restaurant justice. Otherwise, delicious!
We decided to get a dinner for two which came with soup, salad, rice and two entrees. You can get brown rice or chow mein with additional cost. I loved our meal. It was delicious. Definitely will come back.
This restaurant is amazing! The flavor is perfect; not too strong and not too bland. The Sunday Brunch is fantastic; with a choice of champagne or soda, soups, salads, and many delicious Taiwanese dishes. The service is excellent and the interior of the restaurant is gorgeous and very clean. 5/5 stars, I would highly recommend it!