Macau has many unique and special dishes that are quite different from those in Taiwan. One of them is the pork chop bun, which, as the name suggests, is actually a Macanese-style pork chop burger. A friend from Hong Kong recommended that I try this place called Tai Lei Loi Kei.

The pork chop bun in Macau is very special; unlike in Taiwan where it’s a combination of meats, this is just a piece of freshly fried pork chop with the bone still in, tucked inside the bun. The meat is extremely juicy and tender, and it’s best to eat it as soon as it’s served. I initially thought the lack of ingredients would make it feel greasy the more I ate, but surprisingly, the bun absorbs the greasiness just right, creating a smooth texture that doesn’t leave your mouth dry.

For my drink, I ordered the yuenyeung milk tea, which was quite good and not too sweet. I originally wanted to order other dishes as well, but there are just too many delicious things in Macau, so I had to save some space for other dishes. Otherwise, there are quite a few other burgers I’m curious to try.

I recommend coming early and avoiding peak dining hours to successfully escape the terrifying tourist crowds and truly enjoy the food.