立秋 Li Chiu

A colleague dinner brought us to this bistro called "Li Qiu," which is said to be very difficult to reserve. The entire place is located in a building with a vintage feel, and the lighting inside is quite dim, creating a romantic atmosphere perfect for dates.

At first, the staff introduced the limited-time offerings: fresh fish and Wagyu beef tenderloin, and as soon as we heard about the limited dishes, we couldn't resist ordering! This bistro specializes in red and white wines, and the staff provided very professional recommendations. In the end, we ordered three bottles of wine because some of us didn't have much experience with red and white wines, so we chose smoother options. It truly met our needs—definitely a thumbs up!

What impressed me the most were the beef tongue, beef tenderloin, and steak. 😂 I personally love beef, and all three dishes were prepared extremely well, highlighting the flavors of the ingredients. In particular, the beef tenderloin was very tender, and paired with the sauce, it showcased its sweetness perfectly. Highly recommend!

Additionally, the limited fish was also cooked very well, with the perfect level of doneness, making it a great match for white wine.

However, I didn’t find the chicken and pork as memorable, probably because we were already quite full and a bit numb to the flavors. 😅 Overall, it's a bistro worth recommending, especially for dates, but I feel it may not be the best choice for group gatherings. It is indeed very hard to reserve a table, so everyone should be mentally prepared for that.