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    Jing L.

    The food was decent, reasonably priced, and consistently satisfying. While it may not have been the most upscale Japanese restaurant, it was a comfortable spot for a casual meal. The atmosphere was pleasant, and the staff were always friendly and welcoming.

    Vicky Z.

    I went here with a group of friends, and we ordered a bunch of dishes to share. Everything is pretty good, and it's a great spot for groups to come, enjoy some beer, and dig into shareable plates. Honey Glazed Popcorn Chicken - $14 Loved the fried basil with the chicken. Well-fried and would order again. Beef Noodle Soup - $18 Pretty good, but not ideal for sharing in a group. Would recommend ordering solo rather than for the table. Dry Beef Noodles - $19 Absolutely delicious. The meat melted into the noodles. Definitely recommend. Scallion Pancake Beef Wrap - $16 Great appetizer to share with the table. A classic you can't go wrong with. Fly's Head - $17 A great addition to any noodle or rice dish. Very flavorful and mixes well with carbs.

    Popcorn Chicken
    Sharon C.

    Honestly still dreaming about that popcorn chicken...how do they get it SO crunchy, yet tender & juicy & so insanely flavorful? I'd buy that seasoning and put it on literally everything. The Scallion Beef Pancake Wrap & Dry Beef Noodles were also incredible. Each dish had a unique flavor, while complementing one another and bringing the Taiwanese culture to life, in a fun, night markety restaurant.

    Loofah & Clams
    Alexandria R.

    When I'm craving Taiwanese food in NYC, 886 is always on the list. It's not about hypey IG dishes--it's about comfort and homegrown flavors. Food: 5/5 On this visit, I was thrilled to see bitter melon stir-fry as a seasonal special. To me, that's peak Taiwanese--it's simple, authentic, and exactly what I want. The sesame noodles were another highlight: straightforward, hearty, and perfectly satisfying without trying too hard. I also loved their winter melon tea, which hit all the nostalgic notes for me, while my husband stuck with water but was just as content. Our highest damage is usually around 80(after tip). Vibes: 4/5 886 feels like a Taiwanese diner at heart. It's not fancy, and that's the charm--you sit on simple chairs, the space is buzzing, and you're there to eat and enjoy. It's casual, cozy, and very much a place for people who want real Taiwanese flavors, not just the trendy stuff. Service: 4/5 Friendly and efficient. Things move quickly here, which matches the diner vibe. If you're looking for authentic Taiwanese food in NYC without the pretension, 886 is the spot. Whether it's seasonal stir-fries, classic noodles, or a refreshing tea, it always delivers the flavors I crave.

    Michael C.

    Came for brunch and sat outside. The meal was pretty good but nothing really was memorable. The fried chicken was the standout bite of the meal, as it had really good seasoning and crunch.

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    Elizabeth X.

    Solid Taiwanese food, although not quite as good as I remembered. The food was a bit bland, but overall flavor was still good. The fried rice and pea shoots were my favorite, and the beef scallion pancake was good as well. The noodles in the beef noodle soup were very good, but again I did think the broth was a bit bland. We were served quickly and no wait at Saturday ~12:30.

    Lo Ba Beng
    Alyson W.

    Food: popcorn chicken and TFC were my faves. They both had that perfect combination of crispy, flavorful, and yet tender chicken inside. Noodles in the beef noodle soup were also good. Fried rice was a bit bland for my taste. Popcorn chicken sauce and the TFCs furikake fries were amazing. Service: ok. They seemed to have forgotten our drinks, but food came out extremely fast (I guess the perk of a limited menu), and they were attentive. Ambiance: it was loud with a lot of young folks drinking a lot in a small space. I wasn't a huge fan of the cheap plastic stools they had us sit on. There was also only one bathroom, although it was clean.

    Been coming here for many years now. Would normally rate the food a 4/5. Came again recently after a long day of work and ordered the usual: Lo Ba Beng Beef Noodle Soup Honey Popcorn Chicken The dishes came out visually similar, but to my astonishment, the taste of EVERY dish was drastically different and worse. The chicken was too thickly breaded, lo ba beng meat mixture was mushy/strange, and the soup flavor had a much heavier tomato taste. I suspect the restaurant was testing a new chef but I still don't appreciate the lack of quality control. My expectations were severely let down and I don't know if I'll be back again. A table next to ours had complaints about a different dish on the menu.

    Jessica S.

    This is a go-to dinner or late night grub spot for us and it's been so consistent in taste, service, and vibes since they opened years ago! We always get the lo ba beng which hits the spot with the savory pork belly on rice with a soft boiled egg and pickled greens. We also got the tomato egg (comfort food iykyk) and the black pepper beef which was bombbbb. Service was attentive and they even got us water for our pup which was very nice of them!

    Beef Noodle Soup
    Katherine G.

    This place was not bad, but a bit underwhelming. We came with a group of 7 and had a reservation. The space was pretty small and the seating was on stools which wasn't the most comfortable, but we managed. We got a bunch of items to share. Their dishes are more Taiwanese fusion style, so don't expect anything really authentic. We got the popcorn chicken, cabbage salad, beef pancake roll, beef noodle soup, lo ba beng, and bean curd pea shoot stir fry. I couldn't eat the lu rou fan since it had peanuts, and most of our group didn't really like that one. The rest was decent though, and I did enjoy the veggie dishes and beef pancake roll a lot. Overall, I wouldn't say this is a good spot to catch up since it is quite loud and seating isn't very comfy. If you need a spot that is a little different near St Mark's though it may be worth a try.

    Popcorn Chicken
    Tiffany V.

    Loved the vibe here! Very busy on a Friday night but luckily there was no wait for a party of 3. Service was friendly but very slow. 3.7/5 Whiskey Winter Melon - very whiskey forward, wish the Oolong tea flavor came out a bit more. 4/5 Popcorn Chicken -- crisp, well seasoned, loved the dipping sauce! Wish the pieces were a bit smaller for a more ideal coating ratio. 3.7/5 Crispy Silken Tofu -- super crisp and crusty bits of tofu, sauce leaned a bit too citrusy for me, wish the radish served with it was pickled. Also a small shout out to the DJ for the night -- music taste was great, from kpop to chinese OSTs to radio hits! Eric Sze was also sat at the table next to mine, and it was really nice to see a restaurant owner enjoying the food and ambiance of his own place!

    Bad Idea Challenge.
    Cindy Z.

    My friend and I came by here for dinner in the area and were able to get seated right away without reservations. This spot is a young and fun vibe mixed with some modern Taiwanese specialties. First of all, the Bad Idea Challenge ($27) immediately grabbed our attention. The goblet consists of sake, red wine, soju, and coke, which tasted quite similar to a sangria. For the challenge, two people have 6 seconds to finish the entire thing for 2 free sake bombs. We couldn't help but take on the challenge. Even though we didn't finish it on time, the drink was still tasty but light on the alcohol. As for the food, we ordered the Lo Ba Beng ($15), Peashoots with Tofuskin ($18), and Scallion Pancake Beef Wrap ($16). The lo ba beng is delicious from the savory braised minced pork over rice with a perfectly soft-boiled egg and mustard greens. The peashoots were simple, but refreshing when you want some greens. While the first two dishes were smaller, the beef wraps came with 7 good-sized pieces stuffed with beef and veggies. Great spot to get some dinner and drinks to start off a night out. Definitely more of a younger crowd here. Oh, and yes --it does come with fire like the photo!

    Beef Noodle Soup
    Oscar L.

    As a Taiwanese American who goes back to Taiwan every few years, the food here is pretty good. The beef noodle soup is similar to what I've had in Taiwan. The popcorn chicken is also not bad, the honey sauce makes it a bit on the sweeter end, but still good. Service was pretty fast. Inside, it's a more modern vibe with some neon lights and whatnot.

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    What gluten free options do you have?

    They barely have any pescatarian/vegetarian options...highly doubt they have gluten free.

    Do they use MSG in their food?

    Yes. Nothing but the best Ajinomoto 99% pure mono sodium glutamate. Good for the tongue and good for the body. Less sodium per oz than table salt. Boom bam flavor.

    Does the outdoor seating have heat lamps?

    yes

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