The squid ink sweet and spicy flavor is excellent, with a crispy outer layer that is not greasy, making it worth repurchasing. The cheese sticks have a mediocre taste and lack excitement. The boneless crispy chicken is served at an insufficient temperature, and the meat is dry and tough, needing to be reheated at home for improvement.
The restaurant is located in the middle section of the night market, making it prominent, but due to the inconsistent food quality, the dining experience is not good.
This time we tried "Shanghai Crispy Chicken Shulin Head Store," which is located in the middle of the night market, easy to spot, and has a decent queue.
Among the three snacks, the most impressive was the squid sweet and sour dish, which featured the fresh taste of squid. The outer layer was crispy and not greasy; if ordered alone, it would earn a 3.5 out of 5, making it a snack worth trying again.
The cheese sticks were average, with a taste typical of common frozen foods, lacking any surprises, and did not string much when eaten, leaving little memorable experience.
The biggest disappointment was the boneless crispy chicken. Taking the first bite nearly left me dumbfounded—cold, not fried properly, with insufficient temperature and dry, tough meat, and not "crispy" at all. After bringing it home and reheating it in an air fryer, it slightly improved in texture, but the on-site dining experience was poor; I just wanted to eat while strolling through the night market!
In summary, while "Shanghai Crispy Chicken Shulin Head Store" is located in a prime area with numerous food options, its overall performance is inconsistent. I recommend trying individual items like the squid sweet and sour dish, while for the rest, it may be better to look for other vendors.