I did make myself go a couple of times (once with the mama) before writing this, and their menu is pretty small, so I've just about tried everything. General opinion? Solid place, and I'll be back for some very specific things.
First, I will state this: I agree with some of the negative things I've heard/read about this place. It is very expensive for Taiwanese food, the menu is limited, they do run out of things, and some of the rice dishes are not quite the right texture (think mushy). However, I will say that this is a tiny place with, I'm sure, a tiny kitchen, and it's located in Midtown. And they're fairly new and a little overwhelmed.
That being said. My dream meal here is a bowl of beef noodle soup (็่้บต), a side of pickled vegetables, and a plate of fried pig ears. The beef noodle soup is my absolute favorite that I've had in Atlanta, mainly due to the noodle, which has got that QQ (think chewy) quality that I love. The pickled vegetables are so good, that I'm not even mad about paying $3 for them -- most Chinese restaurants offer this type of dish for free...I add this statement because I recognize that the previous one sounds SUPER cheap LOL. And the fried pig ears? I had never had them prepared that way prior to eating here, only had them braised. This is my favorite new dish, you guys. My mom isn't a fan, but I. LOVE. them. I had a scare reading a Yelp review that said they got rid of them from the menu since there wasn't a high demand, but the last time I went, they were still there. So help a hungry Taiwanese out and keep that demand high!!
Also, I like the wonton soup and hot and sour soup. The first time I had the hot and sour soup, it didn't come with any tofu strips or wood ear, but the second time it did, and was much better. The wonton soup was perfect for me, with a great taste from the radish and really awesome dumplings.
The baos are decent, though I'd rather save stomach room for my dream meal :) I appreciate that there's another place that sells this now though. The sausage is good, but I wouldn't order them again at $6.50 per plate. And I've ordered the lu rou fan (minced pork rice) every time I've gone, but mainly because my stomach feels weird NOT ordering that dish when available. Oxtail rice was a little sweet for my taste.
Also, side note -- they did say they are planning to change up the menu seasonally. Can't wait to see what else comes up!
So yes, a decent place to hit up when in the area. FRIED PIG EARS. That is all.
Er...or not. Don't forget that Midtown Restaurant Week is coming up soon! Be sure to check out the menus!
