first time at this place and I waited in line for less than 10 min and the same amount of time for…read moremy to go pastry box to come out the pastries are delicious and they're all so different! the cashier was really nice and helped me pick out some good ones and my fav was the almond croissant one! so yummyyyy can't wait to come back for the lunch menu!

xia ($19) - my number 1 recommendation because after trying…read moreeverything else, this remains the best - something about the combo of shrimp, egg, and cheese just makes the flavor super well rounded; nothing fancy but a good basic - it always comes hot, fresh, and crispy with jumbo snappy shrimp pastrami beef tongue ($21) - my number 2 choice if you want something less basic! - it was heavier with more flavor than the shrimp; it also felt fattier in a good slutty way because the meat was super succulent rousang ($16) - this is where i start questioning their menu only because this is still scallion pancake but half the portion of the xia - regardless of the portion, i loved the flavor and texture; it got a good amount of rousang paired with egg and cheese - scallion pancake itself was super crispy but a lot thinner than the one above san bei ji chop'd cheese ($21) - this was not bad but flavor wasnt as good as the 3 above - i didn't really taste the 3 cup fan tuan ($7) - i cried when i saw this because it was the skinniest, shortest, tiniest fan tuan ive ever seen in my life and most expensive... - fan tuan is supposed to be so massive with lots of rice and filling that your blood sugar level spikes like crazy ok; this wasn't enough to send me to a coma so it was a fake fan tuan - it breaks my heart seeing them sell this because you cannot call this fan tuan - i will give credit for them for serving a crispy 油條 (chinese fried donut?) though red date cake - really yummy super moist and not too sweet bolo bao - too expensive and ordinary; just get it at a regular asian bakery mochinut - very dense mochi donut! So so chewy your jaw will have to get to work; i can see how some ppl wouldn't like it bc it's too chewy and dense but i loved it rating: 4/5 - if i take into consideration of the whole menu, this would probably be 3/5 but since i always just get the scallion pancake and pastries, and they have consistently been delectable, it's a solid 4! - i just love the texture and flavor a lot especially the xia - the ambiance is super hippie and chill; it's a perfect spot for breakfast and quick bites; they also got this bar section with a tv playing old school films giving retro vibes - their pastries were all delicious with some unique selection - service has consistently been amazing; workers there were all happy and chill vibes - definitely give it a try but start from the xia and pastries for sure IG: @nom.noms.only

Looking at Win Son from the street, you would never guess what it looks and feels like inside…read more Located at the corner of Ave of Puerto Rico in Williamsburg, this part of Brooklyn hasn't really seen the gentrification of other parts. BTW, their bakery is catercorner from the restaurant and absolutely worth a visit. Inside, the decor is simple-not Spartan-comfortable and functional. The tables are spaced nicely to provide privacy for each group. The evening that we were there, the sound level was comfortable. We could easily have a conversation around the large table. Our main server Lizzy was great. She has an amazing energy and smile that is so inviting. You're already enjoying dinner before you even order. We were 6 people and so we could order a wide variety of dishes. Some of my favorites were the scallion pancakes, lobster rice rolls, clam and basil and marinated cucumbers. There are enough choices for a vegetarian, pescatarian, but not for a vegan. We walked out satisfied and really happy. And then walked across the street to the bakery!

Disappointing. As an Asian-American, who also loves some fine dining, I thought Win Son would be a…read moregem to have, being both taiwanese-fusion and on the michelin guide. But the food just wasn't great. I got the fried eggplant, pea shoots, big chicken bun. Everything was as pictured, the portions were good. But, in general, I would have loved if everything just had a bit more flavor? The only dish out of the three I really liked were the pea shoots but at the end of the day they're just peashoots stir-fried in oyster sauce, topped with fried garlic. The eggplant was very bland by itself on a layer of what I think is greek yogurt(?) topped generously with cashews and fried garlic. The chicken bun was also quite flavorless except I think the sauce had some weird flavor to it that tasted like the tofu in it had fermented to me? I actually couldn't even finish my burger and gave half of it to my roommate and she said it was good but that it was a bit too spicy for her? And there's nothing in the ingredients that should be spicy, so there was definitely some funk in that sauce. Which is a shame because if the chicken were a bit more seasoned and they stuck with a regular kewpie blend it could have been a pretty standard burger. Same with the eggplant, I ended up throwing some sugar and soy sauce and stir-frying it to a more classic chinese style and it ended up tasting immensely better especially with the creamy sauce on the bottom giving a contrasting but balancing taste. I can see what Win Son is trying to attempt with their flavors I suppose...but it's just not for me. I will admit I did order delivery, so take this review with a grain of salt. I also do usually try to go to a restaurant in person to give them a fair chance if I see that the food may have potentially been better but just been knocked down due to delivery times and containers. But seeing how the flavors just weren't there for Win Son, I wouldn't want to return even for that. Edit: Gave it an extra star because I assume the service and ambiance here must be amazing. But the food? 2/5

Food: We got the Triple Treasure Beef Noodle Soup, pork chop over rice, and chili oil wontons, and…read moreit was genuinely hard to pick a favorite. What stood out most was how deliberate each dish felt. Every ingredient seemed to have a thoughtful purpose, adding its own little dimension rather than just being there for the sake of being there. The peppery pork chop over rice had this lightly grilled cabbage that brought an unexpected smokiness to the dish and a spicy pickled vegetables that both complemented the savory pork really well. The chili oil wontons had plenty of spice and bold flavor, but the creaminess of the peanut sauce rounded everything out and kept the chili oil from being overpowering. The Triple Treasure Beef Noodle Soup was deeply savory and comforting, with plenty of five spice richness and deeply braised shank, tendon, and tripe throughout. Three very different Taiwanese dishes, but each felt thoughtful, balanced, and rebranded in its own way. Ambiance: A really cool modern take on Taiwanese nostalgia. There's a sleekness to the space, including the focused lunch menu, modern lighting, and clean presentation, but it's balanced by the exposed brick, traditional-style seating, and small nostalgic details scattered throughout. I especially loved the narrow beverage fridge glowing beneath a sign that reads, "Two 100 capsules without sleep." Little touches like that give the restaurant personality and make the space feel like more than just another trendy modern dining room. Service: Friendly, easy, and efficient. We came for lunch and were one of only a few parties there, so there was no wait. Everything came out accurately and in good time, and the service was attentive without being overbearing. Overall, a really memorable Taiwanese lunch. The food feels carefully composed without being fussy, and the space does a great job of blending something modern with a sense of nostalgia and tradition. Definitely a place I'd come back to soon.

Drinks were excellent! They seated us at the bar first because we were super early and the popcorn…read morechicken app was very well fried with some yummy glaze. Faves at our dinner table were the cold sesame noodles, wontons, and pork jowl. IMO you don't need the fried rice so just get the jowl as an app, not a protein add-on. I wished the BDSM chicken had more dark meat, but it was also really well fried and flavored. My husband and I also both wished the fried tofu app fully went stinky tofu, but I get why that's not on the menu here. Pork hock croquette was just ok and the huadiao egg tofu could've been better served over rice vs with wonton chips. Pea shoots were solid but it's hard to mess that up. Husband wished the wontons were in more of a chili oil than the sesame sauce but the wontons themselves were really delicious. Want to try 886 next time!

Really tasty. I tried the scallion noodles, vegetable dumplings, century egg with tofu, and…read moreTaiwanese mochi. The noodles were my favorite dish - hearty and flavorful, with a pleasant texture and plenty of aromatic flavor. The dumplings were pan fried, with a well seasoned filling and slightly crispy texture. The century egg and tofu was nice, with strong flavors from the egg balancing against the mild tofu. And the mochi was a nice and simple sweet end to the meal. My partner also enjoyed the la rou fan. The bill came to $72 after tax and tip, which is pretty reasonable for the huge quantity of food (we definitely ordered too much). For sure worth a try.

Came here with a bunch of friends after the spa and was surprised we actually enjoyed it!…read more I went with the Taiwanese scallion noodles and wasn't sure what to expect but loved every bite of my dish. They're also able to make it spicy upon your request but in general, most Taiwanese dishes aren't spicy. My friends ordered the dumplings, pork bun, tofu with century egg, and pork fried noodles and they all smelled/tasted really good as well! Seems as authentic as you can get for the area so definitely worth a try. They only have one large table in the back for a larger group (No more than 8) but they do have a good amount of seating for parties of 4 and under. Staff were really nice and service was great. It's one of those places you order at the counter and they'll bring out the dish for you.

My sis-n-law and her now husband reserved this place for a wedding rehearsal dinner. This is one of…read moretheir favorite places, and they fell in love here during the pandemic before it was a brick and mortar place. So they shared it with us all. The staff greeted us right away and shared a little about what makes this place and the food so special. We had a pre-planned menu that was so good! And so much food! The flavors on everything continued to amaze the table. I could rant about the chicken, but I'll just put a plug in for the cheddar cornbread! Get it!! One thing I loved was the self-serve water station had two spouts--one for still and one for sparkling. Brilliant and thoughtful. So glad we came here!

Came to this fast casual spot after seeing it all over tiktok and it did not disappoint. We got the…read moreclassic sando, the salted egg quarter chicken, and the chili half chicken with chicken salt fries and dirty friend rice on the side. The classic sando was pretty big and I really enjoyed how the crunchy chicken paired with the soy sauce pickles. The sandwich was perfectly moist from the juicy chicken and the house sauce and definitely worth a try when you come. (7.5/10) The salted egg chicken was super unique. I enjoyed how the umami taste of the salted egg and would definitely recommend this to those looking to try something new. (8/10) As a spice lover, the chili half chicken was definitely my favorite. The chili sauce that it is coated in was divine and you can tell that the chili oil is made in house with a unique taste. Also the half chicken came with both dark and white meat and both pieces were equally as tender and juicy. (9/10) The chicken salt fries were addicting and the dirty fried rice was one of my favorite parts of this meal. (8.5/10) The staff was super friendly and helpful with the menu and the seating is limited. Would definitely come back on my next trip to NY!

Good place,good food and definitely highly recommended restaurant.Variety of combo optionsread more

Food came out super fast. The staff was very welcoming and friendly…read more We ordered two set that was beyond filling. Their noodles were soft and tender. And the pork was very flavorful. Comes with noodles and popcorn chicken, you cant go wrong. We were fortunate to be seated at the bar during the lunch rush. Be aware dining in is very limited to 5 counter seats.

Everything here is delicious and service is super fast. My husband and I loved everything we…read moreordered - pork soup dumplings, pan fried buns, chili dumplings, duck gizzard and fish in spicy soup. The dumplings and buns were all homemade and had lots of broth and thin skin. The spicy soup was sufficiently spicy but not uncomfortable. We also ordered a small which was plenty for the two of us and leftovers. We loved this casual and tasty spot!

We were so pleasantly surprised by this little gem. We're always on the lookout for new spots in…read morethe neighborhood and tried Din's Kitchen after walking by. It's bright, cheerful, and spotless. We loved the pork and crab soup dumplings and the shrimp fried rice. The spicy fish dumplings were pretty good too. We'll definitely be back to try other items!

Chocolate xiao long bao is a must try…read more Needs to improve the waitlines maybe? Otherwise it's a great restaurant around. Just a bit expensive well it's near time square though so that's expected.

Great Ambiente and always nice service! Delicious meals as usual, second time being there and can…read moreonly recommend to join.

I came here to get takeout for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon. There aren't many Taiwanese places in…read morethe area. I was surprised there was a lot of indoor seating. I ordered the popcorn chicken bento box lunch special ($9.50). The portion was larger than I expected. There was a good portion of popcorn chicken, braised pork over rice, yellow pickled radish, broccoli, braised cabbage, half a tea egg, and a cup of soup. The popcorn chicken was still crunchy when I came home but I did not taste much basil flavor. There was a lot of veggies surprisingly. It was a pretty balanced bento, sometimes bentos are mostly rice. The staff were friendly and fast. I would come back to try other lunch specials.

My office has ordered from here multiple times for lunch and I have also personally ordered from…read morehere as well just because it is so close to my work. I usually get an order of the potstickers which though greasy are flavorful and a nice side to whatever main I get. Additionally, I usually get a bento with soup which is a good combo. There is usually a bit too much rice for the amount of items it comes with. The veggies are usually a stir fried cabbage with boiled broccoli and a marinated half of an egg. For the main I usually get either the popcorn chicken or the sliced pork belly. The pork belly is pretty herty but I prefer the popcorn chicken which has a good flavor and is well fried. The flavors are nothing too extravagant or exciting but it is a quick lunch spot that is easy to order from.

Surprised the ratings aren't higher for this very family-friendly steak restaurant with such…read morereasonable prices! Came here with the kids after hanging out at the indoor play space around the corner, and we were pleasantly surprised. The $30 sizzling sirloin steak and beef fried rice are a must -- both were so flavorful and the steak was perfectly tender. What makes this place especially great for a family outing is that they also have options for picky eaters. We tried the fried nuggets and French fries, as well as the spaghetti and meatballs, and honestly, both tasted amazing! I also got the ox rib soup, which had a pretty strong wine smell and taste. If you like that flavor, you'll probably enjoy it, but I was hoping for more of the sweet daikon/radiah flavor. Still, the soup was very flavorful and enjoyable. A really nice surprise came at the end when they brought the bill with a bucket of lollipops for the kids and little inflatable Paw Patrol wrist balloons. Such a cute touch! The restaurant itself is small, with only one table that can accommodate up to 6 people, so I'd say it's ideal for a party of 4. Overall, a surprisingly good family-friendly spot with delicious food, reasonable prices, and thoughtful little touches. Note: Cash only restaurant IG: Jubes111

Im not usually one to order steak, but it is must try here…read more 4.5/5 Black Pepper Sirloin Steak ($29)-- perfectly tender steak (I got it done Medium), flavorful black pepper sauce! Comes with a salad and warm toast as well!