AI Spot Summary
The goose meat from A-Cheng is tender and滑, with a rich smoky flavor. The oil noodle soup base is thick, the bamboo shoots are tender and flavorful, and the pickled cabbage with goose intestines is a perfect match. The stinky tofu and king oyster mushroom sausage are also very delicious. The butterfly flower is a limited edition delicacy, with a crispy and sweet texture that's worth trying.
The store employs a ticket number system; although the waiting time is longer, the system is clear and attracts a number of foreign customers.
Although there is a need to queue, the service system is efficient and makes people feel convenient.
Reviews
I've heard a lot about this famous restaurant, recommended by Michelin Bib Gourmand. If you're craving goose meat, this is definitely the place to come.
Today, I visited A-Cheng Goose Meat Jilin Branch 2. Since online reservations were full, I came directly to wait for a table. The system here uses a ticketing machine where you first select the number of people on the screen, and it provides a table number corresponding to that number. The current number is displayed on a large screen. Although it was during non-peak hours, we still waited about half an hour to be seated. There were also quite a few foreign customers who came here specifically. While waiting, we picked our dishes to speed up the ordering process.
(Actual prices may vary according to the latest information from the restaurant)
- Goose meat $320
I ordered a small portion of the tender meat from the back of the goose, which was delicious and not dry, with a nice smoky flavor. - Oil noodles $45
The broth was good, and the noodles absorbed the soup, making it easy to keep eating. - Bamboo shoots
This dish really changed my perception of bamboo shoots; they were both tender and flavorful, with plenty of broth that's easy to enjoy. - Sour cabbage goose intestine
It had a stronger flavor towards the end, but the pairing of the intestine and sour cabbage was truly delicious, with a crispy and sweet texture. - Small portion stinky tofu
Well flavored and above average in taste. - King oyster mushroom sausage
This had a distinctive taste with a juicy texture from the king oyster mushrooms. - Butterfly flower
This was my favorite dish, available only on weekends. It consists of part of the goose's internal organs called goose gizzard. The texture was crispy and sweet, with a slight chewiness. It's said that it needs to be stewed for a while to become tender and flavorful, making it a dish worth trying.
Next time I'm nearby and craving goose meat, I'll still line up to eat here.
Famous duck restaurant 🦆
It’s a very popular place with locals and tourists alike!
I went on a weekend night, and there was quite a long line. After taking a number, the calling number was displayed on a monitor, which made it easy to understand! We waited around 15–20 minutes with a group of six 👀
【Atmosphere of the restaurant】
There was a line for a restaurant across from the one I looked up on Google Maps, and I realized the one I was researching was for takeout only or for delivering ingredients! Be careful not to mix them up ⚠️
The three-story restaurant is spacious, and if you have a large group, you can sit at round tables!
【Food evaluation】
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Duck
You can choose the front or back parts of the legs, and this time we had the back! It was tender and very juicy! There was no gamey smell, and even for someone like me who isn't very used to eating duck, it was delicious! -
Oil rice
Although it's not in the picture, the oil rice was delicious! It had a fragrant aroma and a nice elasticity, pairing perfectly with the duck👌
Other dishes were also tasty, and it was a great place to enjoy Taiwanese cuisine at a reasonable price!
2024 Must-try! I have been a regular at A-Cheng Goose since I discovered it, even before it was on the Bib Gourmand list, and I've been eating here ever since. I initially lived nearby and accidentally found A-Cheng Goose, and it became my favorite spot. Although I've moved away now, I still come back occasionally to enjoy the food and reminisce. Several company dinners have also been held here; it's a great place to have a good time with drinks.
The second location is a newly renovated store, much larger and brighter than the first one. However, since receiving the Michelin nod, it's become quite hard to get a table. Even on regular weekday evenings, you have to wait for a spot. Although the wait isn’t usually too long, it's still recommended to make a reservation if you plan to dine here. There’s a parking lot nearby, so driving here is very convenient.
High value for money, it's a restaurant that's suitable for all ages, and everyone loves it.
To add some of my favorite dishes that I didn’t order this time:
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Duck blood – it’s one of the most flavorful and delicious duck blood dishes I've ever had, better than most spicy hot pot options!
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Stinky tofu – this stinky tofu is seasoned similarly to the duck blood and pairs really well with drinks.