Yeah!! I finally got to try an authentic Taiwanese restaurant at First Markham Place. "Hoja" means…read moredelicious in Taiwanese and that caught my attention since last year. The decor is full of colourful lanterns and simple furniture. However, the metal chairs are not comfy at all. That could be changed. The service was quick for lunch. I got the business lunch set which the vermicelli noodle soup came quickly. I wish it was hotter in temperature and that it had more coriander. I also had to ask for the black vinegar to go with it which it should have been given. The spicy sauce was already at the table. The pickled cabbage was a nice crunchy side. The winter melon tea was nice, but not enough tapioca since I paid extra for that. The popcorn chicken was amazing. They nailed that one and also, the deep fried tofu. It reminded me of my trips to Taiwan. The boiled veggies were a nice touch to the meal. To end it off, we shared a hot tofu dessert dish. Overall, it was a great experience. There could be some changes to the restaurant, but I know their focus is on two main traditional Taiwanese dishes.

Saw many reviews of this place when it first opened and I finally got to try it this year…read more Small portions but great if you are looking for something light. Got the mixed noodles and mixed chicken and pork rice. Also got the sweet potato fries to start, very sweet. It's similar to the honey butter chips. The noodles had a Smokey flavour, very different than any noodles I've had. Loved the intestines and beef, tender and flavourful. The space was nicely decorated. Order via app and pay at the counter. Food came out quickly, everyone looked cooked already on the hot table.

We tried the popcorn chicken bento, chicken cutlet bento, and grilled pork bento. Each bento comes…read morewith some veggies like nappa, corn and eggplant and your protein. The popcorn chicken and chicken cutlet came in a bag on the side. The grilled pork was overly sweet in a bulgogi type sauce but otherwise the food was quite good. The space is clean and bright, service is friendly, and there's parking out front.

Yummy and affordable!…read more Love the fried fish bento which comes with mapo tofu, green beans, and a marinated egg. I was really impressed with the batter of the fish, light while crispy. All sides were well flavoured and served on a bed of fluffy short grain rice. All this for $10-14 and you will def leave full and satisfied. Tons of interesting sides orders you can try too - love the taro balls. Most people come here and order the classic Taiwanese popcorn chicken but I'm glad to see there are options for vegetarians/pescatarians. Tip:5% off with cash

Food are freshly made , wait time was reasonable, portion was alright, won't complain with the…read moreprice Service was ok, it a $15 lunch so I expect food court kinda service Table and everything was clean and tide, love how their tables is spacious Will definitely be back for quick lunch or take out dinner Pretty authentic Taiwan food......... yummy

The beef noodle is the best. Tasty and the beef is soft. The fish skewer has good tasty sauce. I…read moredon't like the chicken bento as the chicken is not fresh. believe this place has been in this neighbourhood for long while hence the decoration is not updated. The portion is small and good for girls. Service is pretty fast.

A cut above service. Good value. Tasty food. In and out…read more As much as they hustle people in and out the door, they're very nice to their customers. We come here for a taste of Taiwan, although the flavours here are much more muted than on the Island. BUSY!

579 TAIWAN BEEF NOODLE HOUSE …read more . We decided to try them out for the first time the other day and wow it did not disappoint. They have a variety of noodle soups, dry noodles and sides/appetizers for you to choose from. You can also get a free winter melon drink if you order 2 sides with any noodle soup. . . Braised Beef Noodle Soup 4.3/5 Braised Beef Tendon Noodle Soup 4.4/5 Jellyfish 4.3/5 Scallop skirt with garlic sprouts 4.4/5 . . We really enjoyed all the dishes we tried. The noodles were the perfect texture, the beef and tendon were both super tender and the broth was packed with flavour. The side dishes were also flavourful and yummy. Would recommend!

This used to be my go to spot for Taiwanese bentos and popcorn chicken but it's been awhile since…read moreI've been back. Sad to report that the prices have gone up and the portion sizes have shrunk too... The popcorn chicken also doesn't taste the same anymore - I think the seasoning may have changed (my family also agrees). The service is the same, super quick and efficient. The serving area is also kept mess free and clean.

It's a very authentic Taiwanese bento(lunchbox) restaurant. I think I'm qualified to say that…read morebecause I'm from Taiwan. It basically clones the entire bento experience from Taiwan and makes the same here. The choices of the main dish and the sides are various. They're not only tasty but also tasted identical to what we have in Taiwan. It arise our nostalgia for home. I really recommend this place if you wanna try Taiwanese bento!

Soooo happy to see Hoja expanded into a full restaurant that serves traditional Taiwanese dishes…read morelike the lamb hot pot. My gosh, the sauce and the favour of the lamb hot pot is so authentic. The noodles that came with the lamb hot pot is a must order, texture, taste, smell just wow!!! The crispy shrimp was such a great appetizer. The clams were also so tasty! The stinky tofu was the biggest let down because the tofu was not cooked long enough for the flavour to seep through. We also ordered the green bean icy dessert at the end which brought us back to the old days. This is such an authentic Taiwanese restaurant with super warm and friendly service. The server even bent down at our table so she can be eye level with us along with the little things to show she cared. Space is much bigger than the OG Hoja with so many more dishes to choose from. Great for a group or solo dining. I loved the lunch combos too, the chicken cutlet combo looked big and crunchy! I can't wait to go back to try this!

Hoja means delicious in Hokkien which is a dialect commonly spoken in Taiwan and parts I China…read more I've heard mixed reviews about the First Markham Place location, never been because of it, so I found myself at the Times Square location on a weekday lunch. This Hoja location specialises in lamb stew. As the years gone by, I got progressively less accepting of lamb. Maybe because I seldom eat lamb or goat. So I didn't end up getting the lamb stew special, but ended up ordering the karaage and braised minced pork belly bento instead. I've was very impressed by the portions, variety and value. In the bento, you get a steamed egg, stir fried cauliflower, black fungus with dried tofu, a spring roll, karaage, and a healthy portion of rice with braised minced pork belly on top and a few slices of orange. The flavours of the side dishes were good, but unfortunately cold by the time the bento arrived. They really should consider dishing out the side dishes when the meat is finally ready. The egg was also lukewarm in temperature. But it did tasted right and I was surprised that they actually put a shrimp in it. The karaage however was disappointing. The batter was crunchy, but it was a stiff, hard type of crunch. The chicken was quite salty. One would expect fried chicken to be salty, but the taste was very one dimensional. The braised minced pork belly was solid with a good soy taste. There was a decent balance of lean and fatty meat. In terms of service, the younger server is a little bit clueless. When I told her that I had trouble loading the ordering QR code, her response was, it's probably bad signal. She didn't bother to offer me the store wifi or to give me a physical menu. The owner on the other hand was very pleasant, friendly and enthusiastic. She proactively went to all the table to check in on everyone. If I'm coming the next time as a larger group, perhaps I would give their lamb stew a try.

Great HK-Style Comfort Food! Fantastic value at $15.99 for a…read morelunch special! The C05 Baked Cheese Pork Cutlet is a must-try -- I had it over tomato rice and the melted cheese and tender pork cutlet combo was delicious. Love the variety of sauce choices too (black pepper, tomato, curry, cream of mushroom). The complimentary HK milk tea is a great bonus, and food court prices match the lunch special -- you really can't go wrong here!

Traditional decor but food was a letdown…read more Atmosphere: This restaurant is decorated very well, similar to the atmosphere in Taiwan with relics and paintings to remind you of the past. There were booths throughout the restaurant and it was quite casual with it being a popular spot for families on the weekend. Food: The house special Taiwanese style minced pork on rice was okay, but more savoury and not at all like the dish in Taiwan (which is more balanced and slightly sweeter). The portion for the three cup chicken was also quite small, and didn't have much flavour other than soy sauce. The mixed meat on instant noodles was very disappointing, with very few slices of pork and a Western-style sausage rather than Taiwanese sausage, and only a single piece of brocolli (similar to the minced pork dish). The flavours of all these dishes missed the mark and were quite disappointing. The desserts tasted okay, but also could've been better, with the pudding being quite bland and the toast being too powdery. Service: The staff were helpful in trying to help us use the app to order and get the free milk pudding. They were attentive and quick to provide us with lemon water and food was served quite fast as well. Might visit in the future for desserts, but probably not for a full meal

Good and Cheap Eats!…read more This place is well-known for its affordable options--and it definitely lived up to the hype. It's tucked away in a plaza that was surprisingly quiet, but don't let that fool you. I came here with my husband, and we noticed a board game meetup happening when we arrived, which added a fun and cozy vibe. We ordered the famous pork chop, and it did not disappoint. It was incredibly light, juicy, and full of flavor--we cleaned our plates in no time! When the staff asked how spicy I wanted it, I said "mild" and was given a chili sauce on the side. I love chili sauce, and this one was very spicy--just the way I like it. This is definitely my new go-to spot whenever I'm craving a Taiwanese-style lunch box. Highly recommend!

The best taiwanese pork chop bento. Even the ones I had in Taiwan isn't as good as this one. The…read morepork chops are fried and then braised to the perfect point. I have had their bento 20+ times, the coating never fell off.

This is a wonderful little restaurant which serves Taiwanese beef noodle soup, including Taiwanese…read morespecialty items such as pigs' ear, cucumber salad, Taiwanese "kimchi" and lovely "stinky" tofu which my spouse and I love. We ordered a small beef shank noodle soup (each), a plate of stinky tofu and Taiwanese-style kimchi to share. Not only did it hit the spot, we had tons left over and packed it to go. Portions are very generous. I like this restaurant for many reasons: 1. SPOTLESSLY CLEAN down to the condiments on the table. The restroom was gleaming, it was that spotless. These things matter! 2. Very low ballad music barely audible; 3. Quiet ambiance; 4. Food is not fatty and tastes "clean". The menu is short, but on a cold, blustery day it provides all the good elements of a bowl of comfort in a quiet, pleasant environment.

Very beef-filled, flavourful broth. Food came out quickly after we placed our order. Service was…read morefast. The bok choy was so fresh and crunchy. Tripe and beef tasted great. We ordered the large size for both bowls and they will give you a generous portion of noodles.