We reserved a table for lunch in anticipation of long wait time since I heard that this place is super popular, but thanks for the fact that it was a week day or it's super hot out, it wasn't as crowded as I assumed it to be! We ordered a lunch special with fried tofu and satay honey pop corn chicken for appetizers, NFC burger for main, and sars for drink. We also got the oyster omelette and beef noodle soup It was A LOT of food and we struggled to finish them, but the total came out to be barely $60 The decor and ambiance is nice, def would be a good vibe to come at night for drinks and snacks if you are into that! read more

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The beef noodle soup was good, bouncy noodles and very tender beef. I also enjoyed the beef scallion pancake. For a drink, I had the winter melon alcoholic beverage, which masked the tea's flavor, but the strong alcohol was a plus. The restaurant was quite crowded. I didn't have a reservation, but I arrived for an early dinner and was seated immediately, thanks to the snow outside. The staff was attentive, and the food arrived quickly. My main issue was with the chairs; they really need backs. The hooks on the wall in one area didn't seem very safe, and it was overcrowded. Fortunately, our group had an odd number of people, so we could place our bags on the table and used bulky jackets on the vacant chair, which kept tipping over. read more

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Meh, it's alright. I'm not a huge fan of Asian fusion. We got the beef noodle soup, beef onion pancake rolls, and the pea shoots. I thought the noodles were a bit overcooked and I didn't really like mayo in my beef onion pancake roll. read more

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Amazing food and chill vibes all around. Seating could've been a little better. Service was solid. We asked for the sandwich to be spiced up a notch and they made it spicier and it was amazing - the seaweed fries were delicious too. The dry beef noodles were delicious too and were nutty and spicy a bit The beef scallion pancakes were a bit dry but really liked them too. read more

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Food: 4/5 Service: 3.5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Quite a popular place on a weekday night! We landed an outside seat under the tented area, and it was HOT. Dripping in sweat from the warm food and humidity - but that, in a way, added to the experience. Food was good and very filling. I could come back to explore more but nyc has too much to offer for me to be a frequent visitor here. Since it was packed and busy inside and out, it was hard to flag down a server esp since we were in a corner. read more

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886 is right in the middle of St Marks which makes it a fun and convenient location for people on a night out in East Village. My friend recognized the 886 chef from Youtube so we went to try the place and liked it! I had the 3cup chicken and my friend tried some sort of rice dish that I really liked. The three cup chicken was served with a small fire which made it nice and hot. The flavor wasn't all that exciting to me for either of our mains but the dishes were pretty looking. Something I thought was particularly special was the scallion wrapped beef which tasted delicious. We were seated in the back by the bathroom which gave the place a semi-dingy atmosphere. Apparently the tables and stools were similar to those traditional to chinese markets which I found fun! I was honestly just pretty glad that they had a real slushy style pina colada topped with a cherry and all. I was sad that there was no alcohol-less option (rip dry january) but it still tasted great and hit the spot! read more

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Came here with some friends late one night AMA had a great dinner! We shared the popcorn chicken (/10/10) really crispy/juicy and not spicy at all Beef scallion pancake (6/10) I usually love scallion pancakes but this has no crisp and the beef was a little dry. And then I shared the 3 cup chicken (8/10) eating off the bone was really messy with chopsticks but it was very juicy And the black pepper steak (7/10) once again the steak seemed a little dry but it was still good! My friends also got the steak and eggs which looked fantastic, the lo ba beng, and the notorious T.F.C (gigantic!!!) It was definitely smaller than expected and way too loud if you wanted to have a conversation. We also watched a couple people do the bad idea challenge which looked painful lol read more

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I came here for dinner with a friend! We were seated right away with no reservations on a thursday night. The food was tasty but on the small side for portion size. But we both really enjoyed the Bad Idea challenge! Highly recommend. It's a super tasty cocktail even if you don't complete it in 6 seconds. read more

Definitely not authentic Taiwanese food although they aren't trying to be (stated multiple times on their website). But this place was pretty good! Kind of a fun twist on traditional Taiwanese foods. - Taiwanese sausage fried rice - a pretty solid dish although nothing super special to write home about. Sausage as expected, lots of egg, and pretty salty. - Hakka stir fry - good wok hei flavor and quite spicy, especially those peppers! Nice combo of celery, pork, and tofu. - pea shoots - honestly I thought these weren't salty enough (which I can't believe I'm saying about a restaurant! Usually things are too salty if anything). Otherwise the flavor was good - seaweed fries - best thing we got! I highly recommend! The kewpie mayo sauce is a great complement to the salty umami flavor of the sesame and seaweed. Yum! Overall pretty good meal, although if you're going during peak hours, be prepared for a wait! read more

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Service was terrible. A group of 5 and they sat us at a small table on little plastic stools. We are not petit people, 3 of us are around 6' tall. We saw a group of tables with chairs and would have obviously been more comfortable for us. We asked to sit there and they declined our request. Twice. The restaurant was less than half full, but their excuse was "if other people come in, they want the tables for couples..." whats that saying about a bird in hand again? Anyway we didn't try the food because we were so put off and we left. Well done, guys. read more

This may be my new favorite Taiwanese restaurant in the city! And as someone with family on the island and who has visited more than 10 times, I'm a bit of a snob. For vegetarians options are not unlimited, but the quality of everything was top-notch. My favorites were the crispy silken tofu, which has the texture you would normally associate with tso-tofu (stinky tofu) but here was prepared without the typical "fragrance." The texture was perfect - super crispy on the outside, and as promised silky on the inside. The hakka stir fry (offered vegetarian) and pea shoots with yuba were also very flavorful. Service was very thoughtful - there was a slight mix up over the hakka stir fry being vegetarian, and without me asking, they sent over the yuba on the house. read more

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A must try Taiwanese joint with a super fun drinking challenge! I've been to 886 a few times and gotten nearly everything off their menu. Their must try is definitely their popcorn chicken. Although you can find this dish in a variety of boba shops around NYC, none of them compare to the real dish here. The dish reminds you of the bustling night market of Taiwan while not being too heavy on the oil and seasoning. Many times, popcorn chicken gets too greasy after the initial bites but 886 balances the textures and flavors really well. Other favorites include the beef noodle soup and lu rou fan. For those who want a larger drink to go with their mean, the Bad Idea challenge is certainly worth it in at least its entertainment value to watch one of your friend(s) chug a massive fishbowl of alcohol. Service staff was attentive as well to make every visit to 886 a great time! read more

886 - popcorn chicken - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

Food was decent, although not your traditional taiwanese flavors. Lo ba beng was good, similar to lu rou fan with good pickled mustard greens and tender pork. Wasn't a huge fan of the dry beef noodles (reminded me of instant noodles made fancy, and the beef shank didn't really stand out texturewise or flavorwise). Flys head was good; slightly one-note, but was a good pairing dish for both rice and noodle dish. Good service, lively vibes at this place. read more

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I loved the ambiance of this place; everything was so colorful and bright and fun. My group was pretty big, so we ordered a lot to share. We especially liked the seaweed fries, popcorn chicken, and scallion pancake beef wrap, but everything was really good. The restaurant seemed busy, so they were a bit slow with getting our rice and then it was kinda too late cuz we ended up eating without it. We tried to do the bad idea challenge, and we didn't succeed, but the drink was pretty good. read more

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Quality/taste: We ordered the popcorn chicken, plain scallion pancake, fried rice, and the black pepper beef with the lychee soju. Everything was fresh and came out hot! There was not 1 bad thing that we got. My fav was the popcorn chicken and scallion pancake. The popcorn chicken was tender, light, and perfectly seasoned and fried. SO good. The scallion pancake was super soft and chewy on the bite. One of the best scallion pancakes I've had so far. Service: Great service!! Was greeted upon entering the door and sat immediately. We were checked on periodically while seated, not too often but not too little. Staff was really nice. Environment: Narrow and tight. But it was clean. Kind of dark inside, seems like it would be fun at night (we came during lunch time). Price: $$ Will definitely be returning! read more

886 - Popcorn chicken and plain scallion pancake - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

The homies and I love 886! A warm and energetic spot specializing in classic chinese/tawainese small plates. We ordered the Beef Noodle Soup, Honey Glazed Popcorn Chicken, Lo Ba Beng, & Scallion Pancake Beef Wrap for the three of us; all delicious! Food came out quick and super tasty. However, I think what makes this place special is its atmosphere! Would be such a fun place to start your night with some drinks and small bites. Will definitely be back read more

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My friend took me here because he said the food was really good. There was no wait when we got there. The vibe feels like you're in a night market. The restaurant is covered in this blue hue from the neon lights and blue walls. Honey glazed popcorn chicken - you have to get this! The popcorn chicken is crispy on the outside and super juicy on the inside. The honey glaze adds a nice sweetness to the savory spices. Beef noodle soup - I expected a little more but the broth felt bland. The beef was tender and flavorful but the noodles were overcooked. read more

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Solid Taiwanese small plates, good energy, and a spot where you don't have to wait ~too~ long. Came here on a Friday night at around 7:30 pm, which is prime dinner time, after trying (and failing) to go to a couple of other spots. Luckily, we only had to wait 20 minutes for an indoor table (and could have been instantly seated if we had opted for an enclosed outdoor table). There's a good amount of sake/soju drinks, although we didn't try any of them. Instead, we opted for 4 dishes to share between two people. Note: this was more than enough food and we had leftovers, so definitely recommend 3 dishes per 2 people. The dishes we tried were: - Lo Ba Beng -- this is a rice dish with an tea egg, pork, and pickled Chinese veg on top. Pretty tasty, although I might opt for the fried rice next time instead. - Hakka Stir Fry -- pork belly, tofu, veggies stir fried together. A solid dish that's nice for sharing, but again nothing particularly wowing. - Crispy Silken Tofu -- fried on the outside, custardy on the inside. This was a solid dish in that it was simple yet delicious! Would recommend. - Shrimp Cakes -- I was expecting more of a HK style shrimp cake, but instead this was like shrimp paste with a thin, wonton-like wrapping. Although it wasn't what I anticipated, it was still yummy. Overall, this isn't a place that is seeking to expand the culinary imagination. Instead, it delivers very solid food and a fun atmosphere to catch up with friends. read more

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Hip Taiwanese restaurant tucked away in St Marks with great food and great service. Met up with a friend for dinner on a weekday and it was very easy to get a table. The menu consists of classic Taiwanese dishes/street food but with a unique twist. Highlights for me were the popcorn chicken (I loved the crispy basil and the honey glaze) and the sesame noodles (ultimate comfort food). Service was great - the waiters were attentive (I dropped my chopsticks and before I could even pick them up, I was offered a new pair!) and both the owner and the chef individually stopped by to ask how the food was. read more

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886 is what I would describe as a modern Taiwanese restaurant with creative twists on Taiwanese classics. The vibe is pretty casual and the entire restaurant is bathed in this blue hue. I think the restaurant tries to resemble a Taiwanese night market, small stools and all, and while I think it's pretty cool, I can't deny that it's not the most comfortable of seating arrangements. Onto the food, we shared the Taiwanese Fried Chicken ("TFC"), Popcorn Chicken, and Hakka Stir Fry. Everything was well executed and bonus points are given for the TFC being the size of my face. Portion sizes are generous and prices are very fair for the area. Also, shoutout to our server for being attentive and giving great recommendations. Think this is fun spot to grab some bites and hang out in the East Village. read more

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Came here for some lights bites and drinks. The fried chicken was really dank and the sauce solid. read more

886 - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

用台灣當地的標準評美國的台式料理會不會不合理? Well, even if not, for all the hype I've heard about 886, I was expecting a real treat when I finally stopped by for dinner with some friends last week. Unfortunately, it seems that their name (886 is the dialing code for Taiwan) is their most authentic feature. It seems they do a good job of selling a very Americanised version of Taiwanese food, which is... I suppose how they market themselves? But also rather disappointing. We started with the lo ba beng 滷肉飯 - not a great start. The flavour of the sauce was not really authentic - overly sweet (?!) and kind of watery/thin. The sauce kind of just seeped through all of the rice and made it more like a 燉飯 risotto-like texture throughout. There was way too much pickled veggies 酸菜whose flavour was too strong, overpowering the balance between the rice and the pork. Finally, the runny soft boiled egg was interesting but also kind of dissonant, lu rou fan is almost always canonically served with braised soy eggs 滷蛋。 I guess to be fair, in an absolute sense the dish was not bad, but as noted above, it really just felt like someone tried to force lu rou fan into an Asian fusion setting. 而且這樣還要 $14？有夠誇張的 We also had the scallion pancake beef wrap 牛肉捲餅. The beef and pancake were tasty, but I couldn't focus on anything other than the random mayo that they added. I get that the 'szedaddy' mayo is a thing they're trying to do, but not only does it screams inauthenticity, it is a really odd flavour combo with the lighter flavours of the stewed beef and the savoury scallion pancake wrapper. Not a fan of this either. 我搜尋也搜尋了，"牛肉捲餅 美乃滋" 只有在墨西哥料理的食譜才找得到，非常不道地 Finally, we had the beef noodle soup. The noodles were nice - generally well-cooked at a nice degree of chewiness - and the beef bites were not bad - a little too hard for my taste but overall good flavour. The broth I did find to be a little lacking; it was much thicker and saltier than beef noodle soup normally is, and it really weighed down the overall flavour profile of the dish. The environment is a bit disconcerting in my opinion - lighting was really strong as you can tell by the photos - and the layout makes it a bit loud as the sound echoes around the relatively small space very easily. The service was really good though, the servers were very attentive and we got our food in no time after ordering. Overall, an acceptable but definitely inauthentic experience, and definitely much more expensive than it deserved. I'd say save your money for cheaper and better Taiwanese food elsewhere in the city. read more

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Such a trendy, pub-like place that serves up amazing Taiwanese classics! I was pleasantly surprised when I visited, and can't believe I had never heard of this place before. The atmosphere reminded me of a clubby indoor version of night markets in Asia! Beef noodle soup 4/5: Noodles were nice and chewy and delicious, hearty broth! Popcorn chicken: 4/5 tastes pretty similar to what you would get if you ordered this in Taiwan. The chicken was super crunchy and had a kick to it. The honey glaze was also a nice twist to add to it. Seaweed fries: 3/5 Yummy, but nothing crazy. Classic crinkle cut fries served with garlic aioli and topped with furikake (the seaweed). Overall, great place to grab cheap and delicious with friends! Would definitely come back to try some other dishes. read more

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A very photogenic restaurant in East Village with neon lights and taiwanese street style set up. It reminded me so much good memories back in the days in Taiwan. However, if you are looking for authentic taiwanese food, you would certainly get disappointed. I would rate it as a fusionized / Americanized taiwanese cuisine. FYI, 886 is the regional code of Taiwan. ＊ Lo Ba Beng滷肉飯 Mysterious taste...totally not what I expected from a taiwanese braised pork rice. Cilantro won't be added in a real one at Taiwan local food stall. There was also too much pickled mustard green which made the entire rice too sour. I like the sweetened soy ramen egg tho (yet a real lo ba beng usually uses braised eggs). A disappointing signature dish I would say. ＊ Honey Glazed Popcorn Chicken 蜂蜜鹽酥雞 VIP dish of the day. Actually nobody dips honey sauce on a popcorn chicken in Taiwan lol so this tasted more like a Korean style fried chicken. The outer coat was crispy, sweet and salty, while the meat inside remained tender. ＊ Beef Noodle Soup 牛肉麵 Love the noodle texture! Quite similar to the beef noodles I could have in Taiwan. The beef was served in thick slices but it wasn't tender enough. Would be better if it was slow-cooked. The soup was mediocre with saturated beef red sauce. My Recommendations: Honey Glazed Popcorn Chicken, Beef Noodle Soup Worth Returning ? Probably no read more

This place is poppin. A huge fan of eats from the motherland, tried this place out with my mom. Good service and nice bright atmosphere that is reminensce of an underground club or somewhere in Asia. We ordered the cucumber salad (miss) unfortunately I thought it was like the spicy cucumber salad but it was more like a pickle. The TFC was dank, you can't go wrong with TFC and the beef noodle soup was also epic. Fantastic flavors. read more

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I love 886! Have been coming here to hang with friends since moving to NYC in 2021. We usually come for drinks and some snacks, staff has always been super nice and attentive. I miss it when they used to have sitting outside on the street, but inside is also a cool vibe. read more

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Came here after work on a Wednesday and getting a table for 2 was easy. The atmosphere was great and the service was immaculate. Water was served regularly so I was never thirsty or asking for more. I read reviews before I came and say that the chicken sandwich and the fried rice were the best. Both were ordered and they were both really good! I would definitely come back and get these 2 dishes again! read more

It was just okay. Staff were friendly and attentive but the beef noodles were lacking flavor. read more

I visited during a weekday lunch. It was not busy at all, so it was great place to catch up with a friend. The Taiwanese food was great! Hakka stir fry was really well-seasoned. It has a very slight spicy kick, which I liked. We also got the lo ba beng. The rice portion wasn't that big, but the rest of the toppings were flavourful. The portions aren't too big, so it might be better to order a few things and share with people. The vibe is more tailored for nightlife and drinking, which may explain the lack of business during lunch hours. I can see it get crowded at night. If you're just going for food, I would recommend going during the daylight. read more

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Great no frills type Taiwanese restaurant in St. Marks. Just basic tables, good music, and a good time. Staff was very friendly and explained a few of the dishes that were personally new to me. The railroad layout of the restaurant did mean that sound carries. If someone is loud, you will hear them and think the place is loud. It is not a quiet restaurant by any means. The back of the restaurant needs a little bit of an aesthetic facelift if you ask me. Bathroom in the way way back is nice though. We ordered the following: Chicken thigh sandwich - good flavor, but too many toppings that more than offset the flavor of the chicken. Wish the inside of the chicken thigh was a tad more cooked Fly's head - very good and very different. Amazing flavor and probably my favorite thing Scallion pancake beef burrito - unique and very tasty. Highly recommend ordering Pork fried rice - ample amount of meat and fried egg. Tasty, but nothing that is tremendously unique Would definitely return for a casual dinner! read more

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First time here service 5/5 food 4/5 over all can be a cool spot to handout with friends read more

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Came here late on a Saturday night, as 886 has been on my radar for a long time now due to the chicken sandwich. It wasn't super busy when we arrived - plenty of open tables, but we were seated all the way in the back right next to the restroom. Outside of the chicken sandwich, we didn't know what to get so looked up on yelp and thought the Taiwanese sausage fried rice looked really good - unfortunately, they must have recently changed it up a bit from the more recent pictures we had seen, because the chunks of sausage were very small (we were hoping for the larger chunks shown in the other pictures). We ordered drinks, but only one was brought out. We had to ask again, but it took a while since our waitress was not really checking in on us. The Notorious TFC was a glorious sandwich though, so I would probably return just for that. read more

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This is a relatively small size restaurant, get ls packed fast, and most of the time there's a long line. If you plan to visit, show up early. There's no clear big sign of the restaurant, you probably need to locate it using the building number. Food wise I found it to be decent. We pretty much ordered all the items from the menu. My favorite was the three cup chicken and scallions pancakes beef wrap. Other items were not bad either. I loved the Taiwanese beer. To me they tasted much better than US beers. I tried two flavors, both were excellent. read more

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886 has been on my list for ages after seeing Eric Sze's Munchies videos, and I'm so glad I finally checked it out. Managed to get a table walking in on a Saturday without a wait -might've been cause of the rain though. The vibe is a mix of a Asian street and very neon pop - reminiscent of Taiwanese night markets. The food, while comprised of traditional elements, also had some fun playful twists. They were all pretty good though! What we got: 1. Pea shoots: my go to veg order - good but nothing different 2. Fly's head: umami, lots of black bean, perfect with rice 3. Sesame noods: this was so fire - springy Al dente noods, sesame paste nom. Nothing different but is it just me or are their noodles springier? 4. Beef scallion pancake: did not expect this to be as good as it was but this was also bomb - the filling with the sauce was so good 5. Honey chicken: fried chicken with 5 spice honey - I mean, how can this be bad Overall, 886 is pretty . Casual Taiwanese food with some minor twists but all still great. Not your traditional joint but hey, it's fun and the food is still good. Kinda just wish that they had dessert options - not sure if they have any since we weren't offered dessert and didn't see a table with it. Honestly would still come back- total comfort food feels read more

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Solid Taiwanese restaurant in East Village - 4, 4.5/5. Was in the area on a weeknight and decided to give 886 a try when I noticed it was nearby (been meaning to check this place out). I called in for a takeout order of their Notorious TFC 勁辣雞腿堡 (fried chicken sandwich) and the beef noodle soup 牛肉麵. From the outside down to the inside, the vibe is pretty hip. Dim lighting but with glowing neon lights and light Chinese/Taiwanese decor. Service was nice and efficient as well. For food, the chicken sandwich came with an oversized piece of chicken (not complaining - happy for more chicken), sauce, and pickled veggies (carrots/turnips?). Spice/flavor on the chicken and were authentic and good. Similar thoughts with the beef noodle soup. Rich flavor, nice pieces of meat, and good amount of noodles, pickled mustard greens, green onion. Overall, nice spot to checkout if in area and craving Taiwanese. read more

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Must go for the scallion pancake wraps, the sacha pepper beef dish but most of all - the pea shoots w bean curd is divine!!! Immunosuppressant this place more every time I visit read more

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886 has been on my list for a while. Most of the dishes are authentic and definitely brings that Taiwanese flavor. Some dishes are more Americanized. Service is quick. Very nice staff! Go when it's open , otherwise it gets crowded fast. read more

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~ Lo Ba Beng (2.5/5) ~ Totally not what I expected. It's not authentic Taiwanese lo ba beng. The pork are too finely minced, and when combined with the sauce there are no texture whatsoever. The mix with sauerkraut is what I personally think unnecessary. ~ Honey Glazed Popcorn Chicken (4/5) ~ This rating is based entirely on the dish itself and not on authenticity. Because this is definitely not authentic Taiwanese fried chicken. But the chicken is fried to perfection, very crispy skin, very juicy center. The honey glaze is very nice, and not too sweet. Cant really taste the Thai basil leaves tho, I guess it's overpowered by the honey glaze. If they loose the honey glaze and add more Thai basil, then it could be an authentic dish. Will I be back? Perhaps not (or maybe, if I feel like having some honey fried chicken!) It's a matter of personal taste. I like traditional Taiwan food, and this is not. If you are a foreigner, it's definitively worth checking it out, but just don't expect it to be authentic. And that fried chicken is really good!!! read more

886 - Lo Ba Beng, Honey Glazed Popcorn Chicken - Taiwanese Near Me - New York, New York

From day one, this place has delivered consistently good food. This place fulfilled my hopes completely. This restaurant serves traditional food well. This exemplifies how service should be provided. I'm set on returning. read more

A must try if you're on St Marks!! I've gone for lunch multiple times The chicken sandwich is super filling and very worth the price. The chicken is perfectly crispy and definitely something you can split with someone Their service is prompt and the vibe looks like it would be fun at dinner time too!! read more

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