Legendary premade meal I order braised pork belly and it takes less than 1 min to serve me read more

The woman at the door led us to a table with menus then walked away. No waiter/waitress ever approached us until we waved at one standing by the kitchen. She took our orders without asking if we needed drinks, water or else. Food was equally bad both in taste and presentation. When she finally came back with the check in the end, an 18% gratitude was already charged. All of the above plus the ambient noise of that woman openly chattering/gossiping with a coworker or acquaintance made this dinning experience unpleasant. read more

A once wonderful Asian eatery has become questionable. By implementing a form of "tipflation" the restaurant has raised prices by 18%. What's worse is it's a hidden gratuity that you may never notice. Pro Tip: Unbelievable someone has to be told this; check every item on your bill. Always look for posted signs as you initial enter; especially near the cash register. Also read the menu thoroughly. Normally, I wouldn't complain too loudly about an automatic 18% gratuity. What if today's service was lousy? It's no longer a tip, but a service charge. The biggest problem is not informing customers in advance. Maybe illegal? Well, IYKYK. I hate their dining room and probably always will. It's just like a boring, drab, dull office building cafeteria with no colour and nothing on the walls. Just an opinion. Always wanted to vent that. When it comes to customer service they are smiling, friendly and accommodating. Things have become a tad slow since pandemic. Maybe it's yet one more staffing shortage? The food here is very good. I encourage you to try the duck. Friends swear by the Wuxi Ribs. They did just raise the price to $22; but remember to add the 18% so that entree is now $26. I wonder if being a family O/O business, all tips stay in the building. Isn't that just a hidden price increase? 11/24 read more

Strongly not recommended. I arrived around 8:10 pm, clearly seeing the "Open" sign lit. After being seated, we were told to place our order immediately because the kitchen was about to close, which created an unwelcoming start to the meal. The most concerning issue was finding a piece of plastic in my soup. When I brought it to the staff's attention, the response was simply that it "looked clean" and that "the food was clean"--with no apology offered. Additionally, the restaurant adds a mandatory 3% credit card transaction fee and an automatic 18% gratuity, even for just three people. Aren't tips supposed to be voluntary and a reflection of good service, not forced on customers? To add insult to injury, the food portions were very small. Between the poor service, questionable food safety, and unexpected fees, this was one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had in years. read more

Asian Legend - A piece of plastic was found in the soup. - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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We visited on Saturday and ordered the pork lo mein. The flavor was solid and the seasoning tasted true to the style, but the noodles had an unexpected texture. They seemed to have been boiled too long before the stir-fry, which left them soft and slightly slimy rather than firm and springy. I don't think this is typical for Taiwanese noodle dishes, so it appeared to be an execution issue rather than a feature of the cuisine. Overall, the dish had good flavor, but the noodle preparation affected the experience. I would be willing to try the restaurant again, since other menu items looked well-received, but would choose a different dish next time. Service was good. Prices seem a little steep but we've not eaten out much this year. read more

Excited to try this restaurant in Ann Arbor in one of my trips there. Wide array of choices on the menu. Food is okay. Everything has basil topping. The one thing that really bothered my family was how we were treated by the lady server aka also the owner? She just rushes, bringing us our food, not bothering to offer us water or ask if there is something else we need. We have to ask for fork, water and I ordered soda all different times to which she tells us, "Is that all you need?"like we are a bother to her. This attitude is uncalled for and inappropriate especially in this industry. Will not be coming back! read more

Alright where do I even start... first of all my food looked like there was maggots in ma food. Second of all my waiter looked like he just came off a dat weed. Cmon brotha we ain't at the liquor store get some better workers. And finally this place is anything but an Asian legend maybe the food is a told legend that the food is TERRIBLE. Never cuming back. read more

Asian Legend - Steam Bok Choy with Minced Pork - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is another one of those spots where I can't believe I haven't written a review yet! Hands down, the best Asian food (specifically TAIWANESE FOOD!) in Ann Arbor! As a Taiwanese American, it was so wonderful to discover this spot when I started school at Michigan and it was easily the go-to spot every time my parents came into town to visit me because obviously, we always want to have Taiwanese food! My only light complaint about Asian Legend is that it can sometimes be inconsistent - at times, overly salty in its dishes or sometimes bland, but given how many times I've come here, the vast majority of dishes/food we get is wonderful and delicious and truly hits the spot! That spot being...my constant craving for Taiwanese food because it's truly the best type of cuisine! Asian Legend has all my favorites, all my comfort foods, from the small dishes/sides like scallion pancakes to the larger mains like rice noodles with beef (I'm trying to translate all of these things over from the Chinese names for all the dishes in my brain lol)! But just trust me on this, everything here is delicious and just depends on preference, but I encourage you to order a plethora from all over the menu in different categories and then share it - family style, of course - with the entire table! Asian Legend doesn't have massive lazy susans in the middle of every table for no reason, after all! In conclusion, if you're craving quality Asian food when you're in the Ann Arbor area, look no further than Asian Legend. It's - dare I say - a hidden gem and very understated in its outward appearance, so you might pass on by it without a single thought, but you just know that's further proof that this one is going to be a good one! Focusing on its food rather than on the environment! I'll take that over everything, any day! Love you, Asian Legend! read more

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Taiwanese street food is some of my favorite food as I grew up eating it. It's a bit hard to find in MI...until I moved to AA! A friend, who used to frequent Asian Legend nearly 10 years ago during his undergrad years, recommended it to me. Asian Legend has partnered with EatStreet for quick online ordering. But, I rely mostly on Chinese characters when I'm ordering Taiwanese food & the EatStreet menu does NOT include Chinese, so I just ended up calling because I ordered the wrong things the first time. But, as a heads up, if you're looking for 滷肉飯 (Lu Rou Fan), it's "Minced Pork Over Rice". The "Braised Pork Over Rice" is 燒肉飯 (Shao Rou Fan) is slightly different. I haven't had it here, but it's typically larger pork belly pieces versus the minced pork which is typically ground pork (as it is here.) Their Onion Pancake Wrapped w/Beef (牛肉捲餅) is pretty dang tasty here. Nice crispiness that held up well in the styrofoam box! It's like a Chinese burrito (but with a green onion pancake instead of a flour tortilla) with marinated pieces of beef shank. The Minced Pork was a GENEROUS portion with the hardboiled soy sauce egg and tasty pickled mustard greens. I was also really impressed by their sauteed pea shoots -- really garlicky & could tell that they used xiao xia mi (little dried shrimp that you can't really see) for that nice punch of umami -- exactly like how my mom used to! I was pleasantly surprised that it came with a box of rice too -- not sure if it's because I ordered during lunch. I'd love to see Asian Legend around for another 10 years, so please support your local restaurants and find your new Taiwanese fav! read more

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I tried this restaurant for the first time with an Asian friend of mine who was in town visiting. Super glad she recommended it. We had the onion pancake, the pepper salt crispy chicken, and the chicken with basil (bone in). The flavors of all were so delicious. I found the bones in the chicken with basil to be annoying, but the flavor to be worth the effort. My friend recommended trying the beef noodle soup next time I come back, and I will definitely be back!! The service and ambiance weren't spectacular, so I wouldn't necessarily recommend it as a special date night, but it's certainly worthy of a quick dine in or takeout opportunity. read more

What's with all of the bad reviews? Two main takeaways: people in A2 would rather have Panda Express than authentic Taiwanese food, and people overvalue service, which is always going to be poorer at Asian restaurants. I was very happy with our dinner. We had fried tofu with basil, eggplant with tofu, noodles with pork, and garlic bok choi. The tofu was plump and juicy, with lots of sauve in all of the dishes. The eggplant was a huge hit, our favorite of the bunch. The noodles were thin, with lots of Taiwanese-seasoned pork bits. I though portions were quite reasonable for the price: ~$45 got us three entrees and a side and fed us for five meals. Rice was included with the veggie entrees. I would definitely come back. read more

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I get that covid has turn the restaurant industry up-side down and a lot of creative ideas has to be hatched during government ordered shutdown. I've heard of covid service fee or raising prices to offset the delivery cost, etc. However, all the emergency orders were lifted, dine-in is allowed, masks are optional.... but mandatory tipping for dine-in? Call it an excuse, convenience or just going with the flow, but Asian Legend automatically adds 15% tip for dine-in. I've been to lot of restaurants since the government allowed dine-in, all the places that I've visited do not automatically include tips, it was optional - especially for party of two. Yeah, don't think I'll be coming back again.... and it's been around 9 years since my last visit. I came by with my nephew for lunch. We were the first customers (12pm); got seated and reviewed the menu. To order, you indicate what you want on the paper menu and we went with the following: - Taiwanese baby bokchoy with garlic - Eggplant with sliced pork and basil - Beef Chow fun - Fried chicken (chicken with basil) - Onion pancake wrapped with beef We enjoyed the meal. The least favorite was the fried chicken - really had no flavor to it. The onion pancake was excellent - good way to start off the meal as a starter. Overall, good lunch, as stated was taken back with the mandatory tip! read more

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Lived in the Ann Arbor area for years and never heard of this place until now! Was recommended by my boss who is Taiwanese. We went here for a work party and tried a variety of Taiwanese dishes including onion pancakes and onion pancakes with beef, eggplant and oysters, cabbage with garlic, and fried shrimp (not sure what the name is), and some sort of pork noodle stir fry with mushrooms. The only thing that I didn't like was the tea- very weak. Otherwise a great spot and it was super busy when we were there but our food came pretty quickly for a large group! read more

Asian Legend - Onion pancake, Taiwanese Rice Noodles with Minced Pork, fried shrimp, Taiwanese Cabbage with Garlic - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

One of the best places on campus to get Chinese food. My boyfriend and I usually like to get the Chow Fun w/Beef, Yung Chow Fried Rice, and the Onion Pancake Wrapped w/Beef. Pros: - Authentic Taiwanese food - Tasty and a wide variety of food - Pretty good service for an Asian restaurant ~ Servers know Mandarin and English - Large portion sizes ~ This is more a family style restaurant - Main dishes are decently priced for the portion - Large restaurant ~ Good if you want to eat alone, eat with a small group, or eat with a large group of friends Cons: - Food can be on the oiler side - Appetizers are a bit pricey ~ The onion pancake (which is a starter) was the same price as the chow fun (which is a main dish) Overall: - Asian Legend is my go to if I'm looking for some Chinese/Taiwanese food read more

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I am not Taiwanese and haven't had Taiwanese food before so I can't speak to the authenticity of their food. However, I had heard from a student from Singapore that she thought that this was the best Asian restaurant in town. We went for dinner on a Saturday night when they were busy but we were seated right away. We could have ordered fairly quickly but the menu is large and many of the items were unfamiliar (e.g., spicy pig ears, intestine, etc.) so it took us awhile to work through the menu. I ordered the spicy pork with mustard greens and my husband had the shrimp with broccoli. Both dishes were very good. Once we ordered, our food arrived very quickly. The three women working the dining room were all friendly and efficient. They weren't chatty, but they were also quite busy. I would definitely return. read more

This is probably my favorite authentic Chinese restaurant in Ann Arbor! They have sooo many options and from all the dishes I've tried, they're all really good. Can't wait to try more items on their menu. I also love getting their personal bento boxes to go - braised pork over rice and chicken over rice are my go to's. As for their authentic dishes my favorites are the vermicelli and minced pork, eggplant with garlic sauce , and the tofu, intestine, and mustard green. read more

Asian Legend - Vermicelli with minced Pork - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Finally found a Singaporean favorite in Ann Arbor, stir fry kangkong and horfun and they are amazing! Fyi its not sambal belacan but garlic stir fry, still, im happy to find two dishes that im familar with and craving since covid lockdown! 10/10 for the Horfun, great noodle texture, thick, huge pieces, flavorful. Gravy is thick, not too salty, owner isnt stingy with meat. 9/10 for the kangkong, If only it was sambal belacan haha but other than that the garlic sauce is nice too. 3/10 Cashew Prawn, erm.. Too dry, the sauce seems weak, too much veggies. This restaurant is my new fav and i will be back! read more

Asian Legend - Kangkong garlic sauce - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Definitely the most authentic Taiwanese we've found near the Ann Arbor area over the past 6 months. This is our GO TO spot, they deserve a lot more credit for authenticity and solid food. I generally get their boba drinks which are great, hot and sour $7 that is OK, and crab Rangoons are eh. We also generally get the mapo tofu which is great and we try other items from time to time, such as the intestine which was OK but not crispy enough. All in all- our fave authentic Taiwanese restaurant in the nearby Ann Arbor area. Worth it! read more

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I got the fried chicken over white rice dish. Very flavorful. Nice indulgent meal that's not too heavy on the stomach. read more

Asian Legend - Fried chicken over white rice dish. - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

This is definitely the place to go if you're looking for a large variety of authentic Chinese and Taiwanese dishes, meaning dishes you would order if you were actually in China or Taiwan. I ordered the Chinese Chives with Shrimp and Egg and the classic Ma Po Tofu and requested to have both spicy. I was happy to see that they did indeed make it spicy by adding chili peppers to both the dishes - really enjoyed experiencing a taste of home :) Their portion sizes are huge too, so come hungry or get ready for leftovers! read more

Asian Legend - Chinese Chive with Shrimp and Egg - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Love their soup noodles and the selection of bento boxes. Very quick with orders. My go-to spot for lunch.

The Taiwanese food here is really good and authentic! This is the only place in Ann Arbor I could find that serves oyster omelet which is one of my favorite Taiwanese dishes - I always get this specific item whenever I visit relatives in Taiwan. They also have a lot of other yummy dishes I like to order such as the three cup chicken, ma po tofu, and lu rou fan (minced pork over rice). It felt like a taste of home having some of these things. Like most Chinese/Taiwanese restaurants, it's more fun to eat with a larger group so you can order/try as many dishes as possible. The prices here are fair for the portion sizes you get. I haven't had an issue with service. However, I do speak mandarin and the people I usually eat with also speak mandarin with the servers. That may be a contributing factor. read more

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Asian Legend is a gem! I just wish more people would appreciate it for what it is: Taiwanese comfort food in the heart of Ann Arbor. This was an unexpected find. Now I am not an expert on Taiwanese food, but one of my son's favorite dishes in all the world is minced pork over rice. So when I found it on the menu at Asian Legend, we simply had to make a stop for dinner. It's not surprising that more people haven't figured out what Asian Legend does best. This dish was buried on a part of the menu called "Bento Boxes" and to many that's a Japanese thing. But it's a Taiwanese thing too. Don't take my word for it. Here's a story from Eater: https://www.eater.com/2019/3/6/18241749/bento-box-best-food-train-stations-taiwan Anyhow, both the fried chicken over rice and the minced pork over rice were fantastic. The MaPo Tofu with minced pork was good, but I'm looking forward to future visits to taste more of what this Asian Legend does best. My hunch is that after exploring a wider swath of the menu, it will reveal itself to be one of my favorite spots around campus and earn its fifth star. read more

Tucked away in Michigan Ann Arbor is an authentic Taiwanese restaurant that students can enjoy. The staff are prompt and yes according to some of the other reviews, it helps that you do speak mandarin as it makes service/communication easier/better. Wuxi Ribs - Tender off-the-bone beef ribs with a slightly sweet glaze that is not overpowering at all. My only gripe is that there weren't more ribs on the plate! Score of 4.5/5 Black Pepper Pork On Rice - Comes with some green peppers and onions but I found the consistency of the black pepper sauce to be a bit watered down. The pork was also not very well seasoned and relied too much on the sauce for the flavor. Score of 3/5 Vegetables - Some seasoned vegetables that I can't recall the full name of (look at the picture for reference). Had a very different flavor profile as if it tasted like fermented eggs. Unique taste not for most people. Score of 3/5 If you are looking for some classic taiwanese dishes, this is the spot for you. If you are looking for impeccable service at a typical American restaurant, I would advise you to temper your expectations. read more

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Fairly good Taiwanese style food Recommend dishes Onion Pancake Wrapped w/ Beef Steamed Bun w/ Braised Pork ( Gua Bao ) Spicy Fish Fillet with mustard green and tofu Sautéed String Beans Wuxi Ribs Spicy Beef Tripe & Flank Pork with Mustard Green and Bamboo Other veggies are not good read more

Recommend here if you like sweet food. The portion is not big and so you can try more food at the same time. Three-cup chicken: Wuxi Rib： Chive egg shrimp： Rice： read more

First time here and went here for lunch. Ordered chicken bento (comes with braised prok and rice, an egg, and some spice to mix into the rice), eggplant and tofu, and onion pancake (which is scallion pancake in most other restaurants). I really enjoy Taiwanese food and this place served really authentic Taiwanese snacks and entrees! The chicken we got was really crispy and tender at the same time, very much like the ones I had in Taiwan last time I visited. The service was really good too! We were seated right away and were served hot tea. The owner actually served us and she was a really sweet lady. Since I knew Chinese, I placed my order in Chinese and she actually had a chitchat with me -- super approachable and friendly. Definitely would come back for the food and service! read more

Asian Legend - Chicken bento - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

Asian Legend is, without a doubt, my favorite restaurant in Ann Arbor. Whenever I visit campus, this is at the top of my list! The owners are always friendly and make an effort to get to know customers. Service is good and the food always comes quickly, making it possible to stop in for a quick dinner if you're in a hurry. I highly recommend trying the "spicy beef, tofu, and mustard green" dish if you enjoy spicy food. The dish is served bubbling hot over a flame, and the flavors are incredible. I've never found this dish done as well at any other restaurant. The string bean with salty egg is also a delicious vegetable option to add to your order. Definitely a must visit when you're in Ann Arbor! read more

I was excited to try this place. Went here tonight for minced pork on rice (Lu rou fan) and the oyster omelet. I had read over prior reviews, so I entered with some trepidation. I can see what other folks have said about the minced pork over rice being bland. I thought it was pretty full flavored. It was a bit under-salted, but I thought it was good. The oyster omelet wasn't that great though. I thought the texture and flavor were fine. I just wish the oysters were fresher. The service was fairly good. read more

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It had always been my go to Chinese restaurant to dine in. Familiarity with the food is a high point for me! Everything else in Ann Arbor is mystery Chinese food except for China Chef for certain dishes. Service is quick and the husband and wife team are quick yet courteous. Their prices are reasonable and the 18% service charge is ok with me read more

My 4th time hear in 4th straight weekend and every time I eat here leaves me craving to come back sooner. authentic Chinese dishes, food is heaven and the servers are welcoming and genuinely nice. Makes your dining experience really positive. read more

Asian Legend - Appetizer- Crispy Fried Tofu - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Food is always delicious. Very underrated and the owner is a very nice guy. I definitely recommend stopping by. Really delicious beef noodle soup read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants on campus for Asian food. I've been coming here since freshman year and it really has never disappointed me. The food is authentic and the service is excellent. If you're craving Taiwanese delicacies, this is the place to go. I enjoy the string beans with salty egg a lot and order it pretty much every time I go. It's a very unique dish with a lot of flavors. I also get the spicy beef, tofu, and mustard green (one dish) and it is absolutely delicious. It comes in a sizzling plate with flame beneath it, which keeps the dish hot white you're eating! I've also tried their mapo tofu, which is very good and the best you'll find on campus. The bubble tea here, however, is pretty average. The tea is decent but the bubbles aren't the right consistency. Nonetheless, I love Asian Legend and will continue to frequent this spot! read more

Amazing food. Really authentic high quality options from a huge menu. No frills just great food, IYKYK.

Visiting from California so I should manage my own expectations when looking for some comfort Chinese food. Pepper Salt Crispy Chicken: fried white meat chicken and soggy from oil Pig Ear, Seaweed, Tofu Cold Dish: tofu was flavorless, pig ear was cut thin and marinated well Marinated Beef: flavorless read more

The first Taiwanese restaurant I've ever been to in the US. Some restaurants make Taiwanese food but not the authentic. This one is pretty good. I sent photos to my Taiwanese friends and they said those looked pretty authentic. Can't believe there are so many good restaurants around the UM campus. read more

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I wish I could give negative stars if there's an option. The worst customer service in my entire LIFE. Avoid at all cost. read more

I gave them 4 stars because I rated them according to the authenticity and the cost of the food. However, I didn't see any issue on service as well. I saw their menu online and was curious about some of the Taiwanese food, so I decided to have it a shot! Upon getting in the restaurant, the staff was very friendly and led me to my table, it was a very quick decision for me since I already knew what I wanted to order. I ordered a Squid with satay noodle soup and oyster omelette, both dishes are very local Taiwanese street food. The taste was pretty good, even it can't compare to what I get in Taiwan, but it was very tasty. The only downside for the oyster omelette was not enough oyster and the sauce was little bit off. For people we is craving for Taiwanese street food, I recommend you to try it out. Many people are complaining about the service, but I didn't have any issue. During my 40 mins dinning at the restaurant, they staff were very friendly to non-Chinese speakers as well. read more

Asian Legend - Squid with Satay Noodle Soup - Taiwanese Near Me - Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Make sure that you order off the Chinese menu, not the American one. The Chinese food is great. The American-Chinese food is meh. read more

If you're looking for authentic food close to campus, this is the place. Was recommended by one of my chinese friend, and I knew this place was good when I saw every table was full with chinese students. Ordered Mapo tofu and Twice cooked pork, was more than enough for 2 people. Food wad great and they provide chinese tea with food, which I loved it. read more