One of my favorite stalls in the new Eat Up Food Court underneath 99 Ranch Supermarket. Unlike other stalls, this vendor feels more like a full fledged restaurant with an extensive menu of dishes from both the Hunan and Szechuan regions of China.
This model seems to have worked well for Ke Lai Qin inside both New World Mall and New York Food Court. This vendor looks like a carbon copy of those two restaurants. What I'm happy about is that the prices are also similarly inexpensive.
Being a huge fan of Spicy Fish Head, which is the head of a freshly killed carp, steamed with a soy based sauce full of chopped chili. My group of three got a small (half a head) portion to share. The steamed fish meat on and around the carp's head is luxurious (but please be mindful of a few small bones). They did a great job making the fish tender and flavorful. Wonderful dish!
If you enjoy spicy, I also highly recommend the Scrambled Eggs w/ Hot Peppers. This dish has so much flavor, pairs very well with rice. Stir Fried Pork Liver w/ Scallions is not as spicy, but also quite tasty if you're into that irony flavor. Our least favorite dish was the Sautéed Cauliflower, which wasn't bad at all, just a bit under seasoned. Yet, we did appreciate the texture of the vegetable.
Overall, the meal was very enjoyable for a mere $55. There were still leftovers too. The chef seems to be quite capable and everything tasted fresh. I would definitely come for a budget meal again. read more