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authentic Taiwanese cuisine
Although the workers in the kitchen speak Cantonese, the style of food here seems to be pretty authentic Taiwanese. Being that I'm not Taiwanese myself, I couldn't really tell, so one day, I brought...
Although the workers in the kitchen speak Cantonese, the style of food here seems to be pretty authentic Taiwanese. Being that I'm not Taiwanese myself, I couldn't really tell, so one day, I brought a Taiwanese friend of mine over there to try it out.
She mentioned that it was almost like the real thing! She said that the true test of a Taiwanese restaurant is the "stinky tofu" and "pig's blood" cooked in a hot pot, so we definitely had to order that. It passed with flying colors! Cute and cozy, and not too flashy like those other establishments in Milpitas Square and Ulfert's Center, this is a great spot for a simple, clean meal that will take you back to the streets of Taipei.
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good place for HK fusion style
This is your typical HK style "fusion" cuisine place, which is to say, it's pretty darn good! It looks small on the outside, but once you step in, you will realize that it is quite cavernous, and the...
This is your typical HK style "fusion" cuisine place, which is to say, it's pretty darn good! It looks small on the outside, but once you step in, you will realize that it is quite cavernous, and the seats are far apart, so you never feel cramped. There is also a plethora of good looking young people of both sexes to provide plenty of eye candy. =)
My only gripe is that they close extremely early, around 9:30-ish or so. Compare this to similar restaurants, such as Venus Cafe in Newark (open until 1 am or later), and Top Cafe in Milpitas (open until 3 am). I guess this is just a reflection on the sleepy nature of the area itself.
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a bit crowded, but a nice chill spot
It can get a bit rowdy at times, and the cooks seem constantly overworked, but it's overall a nice place to kick it. They constantly display the latest in HK movies and music videos over the media...
It can get a bit rowdy at times, and the cooks seem constantly overworked, but it's overall a nice place to kick it. They constantly display the latest in HK movies and music videos over the media system. The staff is also very friendly as well, treating you like a friend instead of just another customer. The great thing is that they are open until 2 am on weeknights and 3 am on Fri and Sat, so it is perfect for those after club munchie sessions.
As far as the food goes, I would definitely recommend the takoyaki (Osaka octopus balls) and the HK style waffles. The HK style egg nuggets are okay, but sometimes inconsistent, depending on which time of day you go. The drinks are so-so, not the best, but not bad. However, if you visit during the daytime, the gentleman who works there does an awesome job with the drinks and snacks. If you see him, make sure to let him know that Eric sent you! If you are more hungry, there is also a good variety of Chinese rice dishes as well.
If you are into HK and Taiwanese chicks, this is your spot. It seems to be the trendy hangout for the local college crowd. Unlike other tapioca shops, the high school kids are not in full force, possibly because of the location, which is a bit off the beaten path, and is virtually inaccessible by foot.
Occasionally, you will find a few young'ns smoking and talking loud outside, especially on the latenight tip, but since this is Milpitas, they really aren't all that tough. No worries. =)
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Chinese cafe that lives up to its name
This place, as the name implies, truly is a delight! The odd shaped corner location does create some tight spots, but for the most part, there is ample leg room for all patrons, big and small alike....
This place, as the name implies, truly is a delight! The odd shaped corner location does create some tight spots, but for the most part, there is ample leg room for all patrons, big and small alike. The decor is modest, but extremely clean. As a matter of fact, it probably appears to be in the same condition as it was when it first opened a few years back. From certain angles, the kitchen itself is in plain view, and it looks virtually spotless. The same can be said about the bathroom.
As for the food, you really can't go wrong with any of the myriad of rice plates listed under the "Chef's Specialty" section. From Portuguese style chicken to curry beef stew to practically any of the other popular dishes you can conjure up in your mind, they've got you covered. Even the meaty, saucy entrees are very light in texture, never too oily or fattening. It's the type of modern Chinese food you might find in HK, not the oversaturated excess we have in America (not that there's anything wrong with that). To top it all off, the prices are great to boot! Along with China Palace (which for some reason is not listed on Judy's Book), Family Delight is my favorite of the establishments in Ulfert's Center.
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not real Japanese
This place commits the number one sin in my book...
The ethnicity does not match the food as advertised. This is my biggest pet peeve. I don't care how good the food tastes. If the owners are not...
This place commits the number one sin in my book...
The ethnicity does not match the food as advertised. This is my biggest pet peeve. I don't care how good the food tastes. If the owners are not the same as what it says on the door, all credibility might as well go out through it.
As a matter of fact, sometimes I go to these types place establishments and speak to them in Japanese (even though I'm not even Japanese myself), and they have no clue what I'm talking about. So, how authentic is that?!
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best TW'ese bento in town
I'm not Taiwanese, so I don't know for sure if it's really authentic, but it seems to be as far as I can tell! It's not fancy or high class, but it's a clean *very clean* little cafe with...
I'm not Taiwanese, so I don't know for sure if it's really authentic, but it seems to be as far as I can tell! It's not fancy or high class, but it's a clean *very clean* little cafe with Taiwanese/Japanese style bento featuring various entrees. I suggest the stewed pork, which is their specialty. The pork chop is popular as well, but some may find it to be too greasy. They also have boba milk tea and green bean soup to complement your meal for only one dollar!
By the way, this is a review for the Milpitas Square location, not San Jose, since I have never been to that one. For some reason, the Milpitas shop is not listed on this site.
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totally reinvigorated HK style
This is a cozy little place catered to HK people, and the best thing is that it is open until around 1 am every night. They just remodeled the entire cafe, and it looks much better than the dive it...
This is a cozy little place catered to HK people, and the best thing is that it is open until around 1 am every night. They just remodeled the entire cafe, and it looks much better than the dive it was before. It's more upscale and borderline classy nowadays.
They serve much of your standard Chinese fare, but their specialty lies with the HK/American fusion dishes. You can order a plethora of meat and vegetable items served with either rice or spaghetti, and they also have those cool sizzling platters that simmer before your very eyes.
My personal favorite is the baked seafood spaghetti, or "guk hoi seen yee fun" in Chinese. Their HK style milk tea is very tasty as well. It's not too watery, nor too strong.
If you aren't all that hungry, yet yearn for a hearty snack, after 9pm, there are specials which are similar to the main courses, just smaller portions at lower prices. Oh and furthermore, on any given night, you are almost guaranteed to catch some lovely scenery. =)
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RIP, best tapioca shop in the Tri-Cities
Unfortunately, this place is no longer in business. The owner, Jimmy, was one cool dude. This was my favorite hangout. Too bad I was unable to spread the word quickly enough to keep this place...
Unfortunately, this place is no longer in business. The owner, Jimmy, was one cool dude. This was my favorite hangout. Too bad I was unable to spread the word quickly enough to keep this place afloat. I will miss it dearly. RIP Newark Quickly. ='(
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this mall reminds me of So-Cal (which is a good thing)
For some odd reason, every time I step into this place, it's like I am magically transported to somewhere in the southern half of the state... only, I'm still in the Bay Area! I guess it's something...
For some odd reason, every time I step into this place, it's like I am magically transported to somewhere in the southern half of the state... only, I'm still in the Bay Area! I guess it's something about the way people dress, but the people here definitely don't look like their Nor*Cal counterparts in terms of fashion and attitude.
Furthermore, this place is absolutely HUGE. It's like our very own version of South Coast Plaza. Pretty much any chain store you can think of, and many more you have never even heard of, can be found here in Valley Fair. The best thing about it is that it is also very clean and classy, with a pedestrian friendly, welcoming layout. Unlike similar malls, such as Stoneridge in Pleasanton, the decor is more upscale, and coming here is more of an experience rather than just shopping for clothes and supplies.
Oh, and did I mention the eye candy here? Trust me. I usually end up having to leave after about thirty minutes due to sensory overload and a sore neck. =P
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