Came for lunch on a weekday with a friend. We ordered one appetizer (stinky tofu), two lunch bowls (Lou Rou Fan & Taiwanese Sausage bento), plus a side order of fried pork chops. The good- plenty of meat in Lou Rou Fan, the texture of stinky tofu, the no tipping but bus your own tray business model. Friendliness of staff behind the ordering counter. The so-so: not enough fragrance in stinky tofu, the slightly soggy/oily pork chop, and lack of fragrance in Taiwanese sausage. The somewhat expensive price( our lunch costing $56 total). Will probably revisit another time to see how other dishes taste and see what price point it will result in. read more

We went to Chimama's for a quick dinner tonight. We ordered the Khong Rou Fan, Niu Rou Mian, and string beans as an appetizer. I like their food because it's simple, tasty, and comes out quickly. The Khong Rou Fan is comforting and flavorful, and the Niu Rou Mian is always a good choice when you want something warm and satisfying. The string beans were a nice light appetizer to start. It's kind of a semi-service place -- you order at the counter and clean up after yourself when you're done, so there's no need to leave a tip if you dine in. The cashier who took our order is always nice, friendly, and polite, which makes the experience pleasant. The place is also always clean, which I appreciate. Overall it's a good spot when you want a quick, easy meal without a long wait. read more

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This cute and neat Taiwanese noodle house is now one of my new dining spot favorites. Food selection is simple- the basic as you could summed up. Order and pay first in the counter , sit and wait for your order. This is my pick for friends get together one day because of its noodles popularity and been returning since then. I am planning to try all its noodles one bowl at a time! It's delicious, tasty and filling for a commendable pricing. The serving size is shareable and I believe allowed to be served for no plate fee . The restaurant offers more than noodles ... they have meat on rice meal, stand alone meat, veggies and fried meat , rice or noodles. It's a "clean after you" table service. No tips needed to leave unless you feel like it. Free hot tea and cold water by the way. Dessert ? Nothing. Nada. They advertise the next door bakery shop for your pleasure ... but need to move to their location. If you are looking to just eat at a fast phase , thus us for you! read more

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Excellent restaurant for Taiwanese style dishes. It feels more like a small family run restaurant. House soup 9/10 Their house soup is very well made, the flavors are fully absorbed into the soup, the meat is falling off the bone, and it tastes fresh. This is free with most orders so enjoy! Gua bao 8/10 Soft flavorful pork slices in light buns. They cover the pork in peanut powder so if you don't like peanut, bush it off or tell them ahead of time. Add a spicy sauce for an extra kick. Da lu mian 8/10 Healthy tasting mushroom soup. Lots of veggies, mainly mushrooms, no noodles, makes it a great alternative to meat. Lu Rou Fan 8/10 This is a little more inconsistent because sometimes it's amazing, super flavorful, savory and sweet. Other times it can be only OK. The egg is always fantastic though. The sauce and meat combination is what makes or breaks the dish flavor. Steamed veggie 8/10 Good quality fresh greens in stew sauce with bits of veggies in there. Bit pricey for greens but it's good and healthy. read more

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And we are back folks! This time we tried their noodle soups, fried chicken chop and fried squid balls. I loved the bouncy texture of the squid balls! My noodle soup had pork and mustard greens while my husband tried the pork and pickled vegetable. They were both very good, super filling too. We had the cold grass jelly dessert and it was a refreshing way to end our meal. There's still so more to try from the menu, so we'll be back again soon. read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

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I used to live nearby and would come here mayb once a month. Now that I live 15-20 mins away I havent been here for while. Ordered takeout couple weeks ago but I feel the noodle soup tastes better if dine in. takeout was good too but today eating dine in. for sure it tastes better. This noodle soup is banging. Mayb one of the best noodle soups. The chicken cutlet is also good. 2 of my friends that came with me also felt the food was very good. Pretty much everything here is good or very good. Im sure nearby ppl all know about this spot. if you dont and live nearby go give it a try, you will like it and go back often. for ppl that dont live nearby. whenever youre around the area or even on a day when you got nothing to do, this spot is def worth the drive. takeout is also good but if you want to maximize the taste def go dine in. highly recommend. read more

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I've been here at least twice before and enjoy this cozy space. Last time we went because my friend had been wanting to try this place - we got the popcorn chicken chicken, the lu rou fan, and I forgot what my friend got but it was actually my favorite thing on the table. I'm partial because there's a Taiwanese restaurant in the city I currently live in where I love their lu rou fan, even more than ones I've had in Taiwan. But this place is great and busy for a reason. read more

Chimama's Noodle House - R6. Taiwanese Salt & Pepper Popcorn Chicken (Spicy) - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

Not sure if I went on an off day or if the quality of the food has gone downhill since when it first started, but the food here was just not good. The beef noodle soup was bland and too sour for my liking, the chicken thigh rice had too much rice and not enough meat or vegetables, with the chicken thigh being small, dry and overly fried. Not sure why this place gets so much hype other than its self serve so no tip is needed, but the quality of the food here really needs a boost read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Beef noodle soup, chicken thigh rice - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

The beef noodle soup was so good that I ended up bringing the whole family back. This time we ordered three beef noodle soups, the chicken cutlet over rice, and the stewed beef flank over rice. I also have to amend something from my previous review: I mentioned that the prices felt a little high, but I later realized this is a no-tip establishment, which actually makes the pricing very reasonable. On top of that, the girl who took our order was incredibly patient and polite, answering all of our questions without making us feel rushed. read more

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great flavors, fast service, honestly no notes. FYI: cash only, its rather small inside so when it gets busy it gets busy fast. we went around 12:30 on a saturday and the lines started pretty soon after we sat down. you pay at the counter and return your own dishes. they also opened micco cafe next door so check it out after your meal! 100% will be back read more

Keepin it real out here in Bayside One of my fave Taiwanese spot out here in Queens. Food is solid solid. Some people seem to have issue with the self service, taking out your own food, pouring out the soup etc. I find that experience quite refreshing. They provide quicker service, lower staff cost and you get to save on tip (can still tip at the front), sounds like a win win to me. And maybe i just enjoy the change of dining experience compared to all the other places read more

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Fast, casual, and delicious taiwanese spot. Got the beef noodle soup, fried chicken and pork rice bowl, and popcorn chicken. The beef in the noodle soup was extremely tender, noodles were perfectly chewy, and broth very rich and hearty. The fried chicken bowl was super filling. Loaded with pork, veggies, and topped with a chicken thigh. Chicken was slightly overcooked. The popcorn was tender but needed more five spice and salt. read more

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I'd rate Chimama's four and a half stars. Casual restaurant with quick service. We shared the cold cabbage and bean curd in a sweet and sour sauce, the salt and pepper popcorn chicken, and egg drop noodle soup. Everything came out at the same time. Chicken came out hot and juicy. Extra crispy with a generous amount of the addictive seasoning blend. Super hot bites were cooled off by the cold and sweet cabbage. Soup was rich and woody. Filled with plenty of mushrooms and bamboo shoots as well as bits of tender pork. Egg drop too which made this an ultra umami dish. Noodles were thin yet chewy and cakey. Held up very well and easy to slurp. Absorbed the flavor of the soup too. I really enjoyed the balanced of flavors and textures. It's not necessary to order the same three items, but I'd highly recommend ordering one cold appetizer, one noodle dish, and one fried dish. Perfect to share between two. read more

We came here on a rainy Saturday late afternoon looking for something comforting. I ordered the Lu rou fan and my bf got the beef noodle soup. We got the popcorn chicken and AA choy to share. The popcorn chicken was super fresh and crispy, a must try. My rice came with a bowl of soup and even a whole pork bone that was superrr tender. The rice has a good mix of finely minced pork and the whole pork belly. Loved the texture but was hoping for more depth in the flavor but it absolutely hit the spot. My bf loved his noodle soup and they were super generous with the meat, the beef was so tender like the most tender beef we've had in a noodle soup. He absolutely loved it. Tips: it's a cash only establishment!! You also usually order and pay at the counter and they bring you the food. But it's expected for you to bring your leftovers and dishes to the corner to put back for them to clean. The place is decently sized with a lot of tables and parking lot. We would love to come back. read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

My husband and I looked for a Taiwanese place for a quick dinner after a long day at work, and we decided to give this little place a shot. It was such a lovely surprise! Food was delicious and felt like home made. We went back there one more time, and will visit it again. read more

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Very friendly service from the young girl with glasses. Good portion of beef meat in the noodles. Place is small, so you may have to wait for tables. Cash only. You may place order online using credit cards and then sit and eat if you don't have cash. Cafeteria style: you placed order at the front counter. Gathered your own utensils/ water. Server will bring order to your table. You cleaned up the table when you are done. We ordered: N2. Beef soup noodle: good flavors , good meat portion. $17.46 N1. Pork belly noodle soup. $15.62. It was ok. I prefer bigger chunks of meat and more flavorful broth. F6. Calamari fish ball $6.89. Very good flavor texture snd taste. R6. Salt and pepper popcorn chicken $10.11 Fresh and crispy. Red chili peppers powder sprinkled on top was too hot to my taste. Will order powder to the side next time. E16. Taiwanese sausage $5.06. Portion was small but really tasty. Overall it was a good meal. Will return. read more

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Prefer dining in over takeout since the rice becomes really soggy over time Pros: - Self-service. Order up front and clean up after yourself - The popcorn chicken and the soup that come with the rice entrées are delicious - One clean bathroom Cons: - The ratio of protein to carbs is very skewed toward the carbs - Can't really accommodate groups larger than five - Cash only read more

The other day my wife tried this restaurant, she liked her experience so much that she invited me and my son to try it. The place is nice, cute, simple, clean, and modern, not a formal restaurant setting. Small place with a few small tables, probably about 6-7. Due to the limited seating and us coming at the peak of dinner time, it is noticeable that there are costumers always waiting for an available table/seats. Service style here is a fast-casual format where you order at the counter, staff deliver the food and you clear your own table after eating. You are expected to bus your own table by clearing plates and sorting waste.  Food is really good for its authentic and flavorful Taiwanese cuisine with well prepared and flavorful ingredients. We have tried the Lu Rou Fan (braised pork belly), Yan Su Ji (salt and peppered Popcorn Chicken) and Dan Dan Mian (dry noodles with sesame, hot pepper powder and peanut sauce), all of which were delicious, tasted awesome, home-made style comfort food and definitely recommendable. Price is really fair, reasonable and affordable. They served generous portions and you can get free hot tea at the counter. If you are a foodie, this is a place that you must-not-miss. Staff was noted to be nice, polite, and efficient. Presently I am not surprised on why my wife wanted me and my son to try this place. Food was awesome, friendly atmosphere and affordable price. Certainly a casual restaurant worth coming back to. read more

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I ordered the Lu Roy Fan (braised pork belly with rice / Zhu Pai Fan ( Fried marinated pork loin over rice) / JI Pai ( salt and pepper fried chicken cutlet) / sweet-and-sour tossed Taiwanese cabbage, and bean curd. Sweet-and-sour cabbage was very refreshing. It's a cold dish. The fried chicken nugget was okay . The pork belly over rice come with a tea egg was very good. The pork chop was good. I will definitely come back and try something else next time. you order and pay at the counter, grab a table and they bring you the food. you clean up after yourself when it gets crowded at night It can be very noisy. read more

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A great place for authentic Taiwanese food in Bayside. The place shares a small parking lot with a few other stores so it might be hard to park if it is a busy day. The place is very clean and is self-serve, so once you order what you want, you go and pick it up at the cashier table. You also have to clean up after yourself when you are done eating by placing the utensils and leftovers in the proper receptacles. Niu Rou Mian($17.46)- The broth was very flavorful as you can taste the star anise and spices that were used to make it, the noodles have a nice bounce to them while the beef was tender enough to break apart with chopsticks. Lu Rou Fan($11.03)- The amount of braised pork was more than I expected in a great way. The pickled cucumbers helps break up the fattiness with each bite. It also comes with a soup on the side. Yan Su Ji($10.11)- This salt and pepper popcorn chicken had great flavor but some pieces were drier than expected. This might be because it was chicken breast. Chou Dou Fu($11.03)- Not as stinky as I expected but still tasted really good, the pickled vegetables has a nice crunch and sweetness to them. The tofu itself has a nice fry and crispy texture. Hua Zhi Wan($6.89)- These calamari fish balls was firm and bouncy. Added spicy oil to enhance the flavor. Would love to come back to try some of the other dishes, has a very welcoming atmosphere and polite staff. Visited 4/22/25 Food- 9/10 Cleanliness- 9/10 Staff- 9/10 read more

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It has been really difficult for me to order takeout since my daughter has food allergies. Chimama called me back both times I ordered to double check if the order is correct. Thank you for their patience. Food tastes good as always. read more

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Cozy spot with homey, comfort Taiwanese dishes from rice bowls to noodles/soup. The menu is diverse in its many options - for example, you can get dry or with soup options for noodle dishes. But every dish comes with a warm, comforting chicken soup with carrots, potatoes, and beans! We got the Popcorn Chicken to share which you can get Spicy Regular or Extra Spicy - would recommend the Spicy, as the seasoning is pretty strong. There's more juicy chicken pieces as opposed to other places where it is more breading. The portions are generous - our dishes had a lot of noodles and rice, so it's a great spot if you're feeling extra hungry! It's a self serve spot - after you order, you can help yourself to hot tea or water and grab utensils before sitting down. Once you're done, make sure you follow the directions and properly dispose your bowls and utensils. Make sure to bring cash as it is cash-only! read more

Chimama's Noodle House - R1, N7, Popcorn Chicken (Spicy) - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

Food is always good, but their prices are so high! In this restaurant you order at the register and choose your seat. You also take care of the dishes yourself, so it's not a typical dine in experience. Keep in mind that the portions are not the biggest! The interior is pretty clean and it does feel cozy. I typically get a luroufan but they keep increasing the price every time I go :( read more

Chimama is on the south side of Bell Blvd, a block away from Northern Blvd. There is a row of parking spaces for the businesses on that block, or street parking. Accessible by buses. Inside is bright, beige/light wood color on walls and tables/benches. Waited 15 min for a table on a Sunday afternoon. Ordered at the counter, and the food was brought to our table, then we cleaned up after ourselves (bins set up). Only one person attended to the customers but he was patient and calm. The music playing was also relaxing. The rice bowls came with an egg, cucumber and soup on the side (we liked the mild broth with pork chunks and radish). Khong Rou Fan had tender, fatty pieces of braised pork and I preferred it over Zhu Pai Fan with fried pork loin. Salt and pepper popcorn chicken was a group fave. Spicy version had spice powder on it (as opposed to fresh chilies which I prefer)- we only asked for "little spicy" and was enough for me. Salt and pepper chicken cutlet had the same flavor (but for the bigger portion, would just get the popcorn again). Rice not included. N5 soup- Xue Cai Rou Si Mian had a lot of mustard greens and little bit of shredded pork. Flavor is good, al dente noodles. Under "extras", can get addtl food items if you don't want a full dish. Got a taiwanese sausage to taste for ~$5. Self-service for Water and tea, utensils. read more

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Food The food is super flavorful with tastes of authentic Taiwanese flavors. The cost of the food is priced very reasonably and is affordable. My personal favorite is the Khong Rou Fan (Braised Pork Belly Over Rice) The meat of the Pork is very tender and very decadent. I have ordered it several times and it stays very consistant with portion size and taste altough the dish could use some more sauce so the rice has more flavor. But super good comfort food non the less! 4.5/5 Service The workers here are very nice and polite. They welcome you the moment you walk in and are very helpful to describing the menu to you and any questions you may have in a very polite manner. The seating is not like a regular restaurant though. You would have to order your food at the front first then seat yourself at any open table. The water and untensils are also self serve at the front counter. At least they bring you your food to whichever table youre sitting at but when youre done you would have to clean up your table. They have a section where you sort compostable waste, trash, and recyclables then leave your bowls and plates in a push cart. Not a major problem but might be a deal breaker to visit this place if you do not like cleaning after yourself when you eat out. 3.8/5 Ambiance The decor has a lot of wood feature from their tables to chairs. This place has a relaxed vibe with extra emphasis on a homey feeling. The place is always kept clean and saw that they clean every table after every customer consistantly. The bathroom was also kept very clean which is a plus! 4.7/5 Total 4.3/5 read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Khong Rou Fan Zhu Pai Fried Marinated Pork Loin Taiwanese Sausage Stinky Tofu - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

This noodle house has been quite established in Bayside for seven years. I like it because food is aways authentic and consistent. Staff is friendly. Although it requires semi served and cleanup after meal, the price excludes tipping which comes actually cheaper than some other restaurants. I recommend summer limited Taiwanese cold noodles, very refreshing and delicious. The flavor is on the lighter side, but perfect for me. If you like more salty food, I'd suggest you add their chili sauce. Cucumber salad is so fresh and tasty. Seaweed and bean curd combo is very appetizing. Food is just like homemade. It is definitely a pleasant place to have lunch or dinner there. read more

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Such a cute Taiwanese restaurant located on Bell Blvd in Bayside. The area is easily accessible via bus on Northern Blvd and has a small parking area in the front too. I came on a weekend night with my friend and the place was relatively packed but we were able to find a table for us. The turnover rate is quick as people came after us and left before us or maybe we are just slow eaters! Haha. The employee behind the cash register walked over and asked if we have been here before and guided us to our seats. He informed us to order up front whenever we're ready, that it's cash only, and that we have to dispose of the trash and bowls at the garbage area ourselves once we're done. My friend and I ordered a bowl of beef noodles and a spicy popcorn chicken to share. Both were very flavorful and delicious on a cold winter day. The popcorn chicken is very spicy though - so be careful! I'm happy there's a restroom in the back even though the restaurant is relatively small. The place looks very homey and I can't wait to come back soon. The employee was also very friendly throughout the whole course of our dinner too. read more

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Causal, semi self cleanup place with good food. A great place to grab some comfort food for lunch and dinner. You place your order and paid first, if dine-in they will bring you the food when ready. There are serval tables, and after you done you bring the plates/bowl back. read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

My third or fourth time at Chimama's and I can guarantee everything served here is authentic and delicious. Homey food and friendly staff. Easily one of my top three taiwanese restaurants. My only complaint is that you can only drive there (Parking lot available!). ＊Stewed Pork Belly Sandwich 刈包 Our must-order item at Chimama's. The pork belly has the perfect meat-to-fat layers. The nuttiness of crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro balance well with the braised pork, creating a complex flavor profile. And we love the soft and warm steamed bun! ＊Hand-cut Braised Pork Rice 手切滷肉飯 The rice comes with a complimentary soup on the side. It is generously covered with minced pork, pickled cucumber and a braised egg. The braised pork pieces are well marinated, with a perfect ratio of fat and meat so it isn't too greasy. The fluffy rice absorbs the sauces from the pork. The pickled cucumber is so appetizing--we immediately order it as a side after our first bite. ＊Hot Sweet Soup w. Grass Jelly 燒仙草 HIGHLIGHT OF THE MEAL. We didn't notice they served 仙草 until last visit! They don't add syrup, so all the sweetness comes from red bean on the bottom. The crushed peanuts adds a nice crunch. It truly warmed my soul on a chill day. ****CASH ONLY**** read more

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I've been consistently coming to Chimama's for several years now and my go to is their Niu Rou Mian (Beef noodle soup). It has never disappointed me and always hits home whenever I'm craving it. I also really like the concept of their restaurant, which is self service for drinks and utensils. The restaurant was packed when I arrived at 7:30pm on a Friday night. We ordered the fried pork chop over rice, a side of the pork belly, and of course my favorite beef noodle soup. Everything came out promptly and was plated nicely. The noodle soup had a deep and flavorful broth. The beef pieces were plentiful and super soft upon each bite. The noodles were perfectly bouncy yet firm and was the perfect thickness. The pork chop over rice isn't my favorite here since their pork chop is quite thin and isn't fried with the typical pork chop breading. I personally wouldn't get this again but will try other dishes. read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Zhu Pai Fried Marinated Pork Loin rice - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

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Everything we got was so good for the price. R2, the buns were amazing and definitely the star. Would definitely come just to get the buns and they definitely overshadowed the other items we got. The service was excellent and it was pretty busy at lunch time. Overall, a good experience! read more

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Chimama's is a cozy, modernly designed space serving delicious Taiwanese food. You get seated, then walk up to the counter to order your food, which is typically ready within 15 minutes or so. My family enjoys the Lu Rou Fan, Da Lu Mian and the Niu Rou Mian. We also like the popcorn chicken and the grass jelly dessert - SO GOOD! There's also a parking lot situated right outside, so all the boxes are checked off for me . read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

Homestyle Taiwanese food that is very flavorful and fresh ingredients. A good selection of noodles soups (my recommendation) and many other choices for dry (non-soup) dishes. The sautéd vegetables are also a great side dish. The ambiance is very simple yet clean! It is mainly a serve yourself place, except for the food delivery. After you choose your items you walk to the counter let them know your order and pay. This is a cash only place. The counter person will bring the food to your table once prepared. After your meal, they ask you to go to the recycling center, which is basically a few bins, where you discard your leftovers, your silverware, and any trash that you have. read more

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10/10 would recommend this Taiwanese restaurant! They have all the classic Taiwanese dishes like Lu Rou Fan (pork belly with rice) and Popcorn Chicken. It's a fast casual place so you order at the counter and self-serve. The food is really authentic and full of flavor, just like eating a home-cooked meal! read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Niu Rou Mian, Ji Pai Bento, Lu Rou Fan, Taiwanese Salt Pepper Popcorn Chicken - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

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Love this local Taiwanese spot. I have especially come to love the daily soup which is as close to home cooked soup as you can get. It's a small open space that's clean and bright that has a cafeteria feel. It is mainly self service. Staff is patient and helpful. Best of all the homey dishes are delicious. read more

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Soup has the classic Taiwanese flavor. Dishes are great and good portion. Food comes out fast after order and friendly staff. Environmentally conscious dinning area. read more

This restaurant is officially one of my favorites. The Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken portion size was equally as satisfying as the last time, and you don't have to wait long before you get your to-go order. If you do eat in, there's plenty of customers during the weekend, but it's not too noisy and you would still be able to find a seat. Ask for the Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken spicy, but do brace yourself! I had to take a few moments while finishing the popcorn chicken because the spice would get to me but the chicken was so good at the same time. read more

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Overpriced Taiwanese Food. Nothing special. I came out here on the recommendation of a family friend. Will not return.

Tasty Taiwanese fare. We got to try a bunch of dishes and they were all good. Great portions as well. Cash only and you have to bus your own dishware read more

I have ordered both take out and dine in. Definitely recommend dining in if you can because the food quality is much better. A favorite is definitely the lu rou fan, it's flavorful and gives you that "home cooked" vibe. Their niu rou mian is also very good (I wish they had a tomato option). Their iced milk tea is also very delicious, though may be too sweet. When dining in definitely bring cash! No need to tip. Takeout you can use credit card. When you dine in you place your order at the register and they bring the food to where you sit. After eating be sure to bring back the trays and plates. You can also grab free tea and utensils near the register. Ambiance is cozy, it's a small place with limited seats. Saturday afternoon was very crowded. There is a small parking lot out front, though it can somewhat narrow. Overall would recommend if you're in the area. Might be a stretch but I think the food here is better than Flushing. read more

Chimama's Noodle House - Niu rou mian - Noodles Near Me - Bayside, New York

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