The "Winter Solstice Limited Roast Duck Set" is truly worth the price, costing 2580 yuan with no service charge, and the portions are very generous; five people can share the meal and feel completely satisfied.
The chef has nearly twenty years of experience in Chinese cuisine, and the level of craftsmanship is evident in the details of the dishes, especially with the use of Yilan prophet duck paired with authentic spices imported from Sichuan, elevating the overall flavor to a new level.
The camphor tea smoked duck is one of the highlights of this set. The unique aroma from the camphor tea wood smoking gives the duck skin a crisp yet elegant smoky flavor, while the duck meat is incredibly tender and juicy, making every bite a rich experience that leaves you wanting more.
In addition to the roast duck, the crispy soup dumplings are also impressive. This handcrafted dessert has a crispy exterior, and when you take a bite, the sweet filling bursts open, perfectly sweet without being cloying, making it a perfect ending to the meal.
Anping Mock River's roast duck set not only showcases the chef's deep skills, but every aspect from the ingredients to the cooking methods is meticulously crafted, offering a dual delight for the senses of sight and taste. Plus, with no service charge, the value for money is exceptionally high, making it an excellent choice for gatherings or social events with friends!
The meat set meals all come with a staple food, including potatoes, lotus root, bean sprouts, napa cabbage, mushroom fungus, bean curd skin, sliced tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and hot pot ingredients; the spiciness and numbing levels of the dishes can be adjusted.
This time, I ordered the pork set meal with a little spiciness and normal numbness. It was quite delicious, and the portion was sufficient. A woman would feel quite full after finishing it, and a man with a normal appetite should also be satisfied.
The spiciness and numbness can be customized, so those who are not used to spicy food can still enjoy dining at this restaurant!
A high-end Sichuan restaurant with a very impressive and comfortable environment. The private rooms are equipped with standard electric mahjong tables, restrooms, and dedicated staff service, providing a great experience.
The food is considered traditional Sichuan cuisine, with dishes that are spicy, numbing, and also non-spicy. The flavors are not overly salty, and the dishes are enjoyable even without rice; the variety is rich and delicious.
The location is right next to Wenshu Monastery, in a very lively tourist area, which I like.
This is my first time attending a wedding banquet. It should be Sichuan cuisine, but because of the wedding venue, the flavors are more in line with the general taste, not as spicy and salty as I had imagined. The dishes are relatively mild. Since all the dishes come out at once and there are many tables, it’s hard to control the temperature, so it’s not very precise. The sashimi didn’t seem very good, but the other dishes were rich in variety and tasted acceptable. Overall, it’s an experience of local wedding banquet culture.
The "LA Fashion Sichuan Cuisine" restaurant in Yongkang is located opposite the Fitness Factory. The restaurant has a spacious environment with decor full of traditional Chinese style. The tables are appropriately spaced, and there are private rooms, making it suitable for family gatherings or corporate dinners.
I had previously dined at the LA Fashion Sichuan Cuisine in the Shanhua location and thought it was quite good! This time, during my revisit to the Yongkang location, the performance of the pickled cabbage fish was still excellent. The hot and sour soup base was rich, the fish fillets were fresh and tender, and it had a hint of Sichuan spiciness, making it very appetizing. However, I was a bit disappointed with the fried rice; it didn't have that distinct grainy texture and was overall quite moist. As for the Mapo tofu, it completely missed the mark; it was neither spicy nor numbing and was excessively salty, leading me to wonder if the chef accidentally went overboard. Fortunately, the staff handled the situation proactively and had a good attitude, which somewhat eased my dissatisfaction. Overall, the dishes were still quite visually appealing and matched their stylish name.
In summary, the performance of this restaurant's dishes has its ups and downs, particularly with the basic fried rice and Mapo tofu, which have room for improvement, but the pickled cabbage fish is still worth trying.
Here’s the translation of the text into English:
"A great choice if you want to enjoy a meal and gather together! 👍
Although the restaurant specializes in Sichuan cuisine 🌶️, I guess many of the dishes have been adjusted for taste. Even if it's spicy, it won't be extremely hot. There’s still oil, numbing, and fragrance. (I believe the spiciness can be adjusted, and it’s possible that the family ordered everything non-spicy.)
This time we had a family gathering, with a total of 10 adults ordering 7+1 dishes and 1 soup (the soup didn’t get photographed). The extra dish is fried silver thread rolls, because someone is a birthday celebrant this month. The silver thread rolls happened to be a complimentary item, so the staff nicely made that adjustment for us.
Every dish was full of color, aroma, and flavor. We ate like we hadn't eaten for three days, finishing everything in just over ten minutes. Normally, one bowl is enough to fill me, but here I had to eat an extra two bowls of sides.
Also, there’s unlimited fruit vinegar, which I personally think isn’t too sour. It’s great for cutting through the greasiness and helps with bloating. After drinking it, my stomach felt a lot better, so I ended up knocking back one cup after another.
Overall, if I want to gather with friends or family for a casual meal, I would definitely come back! 👌
The space is spacious and bright, the dishes are served quickly, and the quality of the food is very stable. It’s a great choice for group gatherings."
I recently kept hearing people recommend this place, so this is my first time dining here. It’s safer to make a reservation a day or two in advance since the restaurant prefers to be prepared ahead of time to avoid waste, so most dishes need to be pre-ordered.
The overall environment is okay; I just happened to see a little… but it didn’t affect the dining experience. Since I made a reservation, the dishes arrived quickly. The staff seems to be mostly locals, and the flavors feel quite authentic for Sichuan cuisine. However, for me personally, it was a bit too oily and salty, but the food was tasty. The fish head with diced hot peppers (which doesn’t seem like a typical Sichuan dish, haha) was my favorite of the night.
There’s a basement, but I’m not sure if there are any seating areas there. The restaurant was almost full during dinner service, and there was even a large table that felt like a wine tasting event. There were many kinds of wine to pair with the heavily flavored Sichuan dishes, which seemed very interesting.
📍Shilin District, Taipei City (Shilin MRT Station)
A delightful sauerkraut fish dish for one person🐟
Whenever I take the MRT, I am always drawn to this bright sign.
This place specializes in meals for one, and you don't even need to communicate with the staff. You can use the self-order machine to place your order and make your payment. Rice and drinks are self-serve, eat as much as you like!
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Menu items:
🍋 Lemon and Green Pepper Fish (Value Size) ($248):
Here, the sauerkraut fish comes in three sizes: mini, value, and large. When you're really hungry, I recommend going for the value size; it's just right.
This is the first time I've tasted a lemon-based broth, and the acidity of the lemon is quite strong—if you can't handle sour flavors, this isn't for you.
The broth contains a variety of ingredients; the fish pieces are smaller but very tender. It also includes slices of pork, baby bok choy, Korean rice cakes, and glass noodles.
🤩 Golden Broth Sauerkraut Fish (Value Size) ($258):
This version is a more commonly found sauerkraut fish flavor. It's quite similar to the traditional taste but less sour and with slightly higher spiciness.
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Would I visit again? Yes!
The flavors exceeded my expectations, and it’s really suitable for eating alone.
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Notes:
🔸 You can pay with LinePay or by card.
Location: Xindian, New Taipei
With the slightly cold and rainy weather, I thought of having a small spicy hotpot. Ah-Er Spicy Hotpot is a chain restaurant that has many locations. The Xindian branch is also pretty standard, without any significant surprises.
🌟 Fatty Intestine and Soft Tofu Pot + Handmade Ramen (Mild Spicy)
I chose mild spicy. The broth doesn't leave a strong impression. Compared to many well-known spicy hotpot broths, both the spiciness and numbness are quite mild and approachable. The walls inside the restaurant introduce that the base broth is from Sichuan, but it tastes very gentle. Those afraid of spiciness won't have a problem at all. There are two pieces of duck blood and four pieces of tofu, which seems less than the last time I visited. 🤣🤣
New Handmade Ramen (Thin)
The texture of the new ramen is very chewy, which I personally really like. I highly recommend it to those who enjoy chewy noodles.
🌟 Fatty Intestine and Stinky Tofu Pot
This was ordered by a friend who came with me, and it is basically similar to my taste, with the only difference being the stinky tofu. Their stinky tofu isn't particularly characteristic nor very smelly, only slightly so.
The whole place is a chain restaurant, so there aren't any major surprises, but it's a decent option to consider when craving an affordable spicy hotpot.
There are very few Sichuan restaurants in Hualien, but this one is particularly delicious. I first recommend their braised noodles; the broth is incredibly fresh, sweet, and rich. You won't feel thirsty after drinking it, as it's made from natural ingredients. I'm really curious about how they make it, because every time I eat here, I finish the entire bowl of soup.
Next, the spicy noodles, which are an essential part of Sichuan cuisine, are seasoned to a level of spiciness that Taiwanese people can accept. So, what you taste is mostly the numbing flavor, and it’s not too spicy at all. However, I wish they could adjust the flavor to be a bit more authentic to Sichuan, as it feels somewhat unsatisfactory—sort of like scratching an itch that can’t be reached.
As for the side dishes, the braised duck blood is very flavorful, with a texture as soft and tender as tofu, making it perfect for rice. If you have a larger group, you can also try their other side dishes or hot pot items, which are all of high quality. Friends who enjoy Sichuan flavors should definitely check this place out if they have the chance to visit Hualien.