This was my first time at this Heritage Asian Eatery location. I had visited the one on Broadway a few times (before it closed permanently), and had mixed experiences there. I thought this location would be similar but it is quite difference. This is a full service restaurants, where the Broadway location was more of quicker counter-service operation. This space is much more elevated, with the bar dominating the centre space.
We tried the following:
- Cucumber: Good. Simple, crisp and refreshing.
- Squid: Very good. Salted egg yolk gave great flavour, texture was just right. Very thick pieces.
- Mushrooms (Seasonal Vegetable): Very good. Just the right spice level, and loads of umami.
- Beef Noodles: Good. Wagyu beef is the highlight as it's so tender and coated with a delicious black pepper sauce. Felt they could've provided more noodles given the price.
- Heritage Fried Rice: Very good. Pretty close to traditional, and good wok-hei.
- Sablefish: Good. Quite a traditional dish on top of silken tofu. All the flavours were right, but felt the sablefish was overcooked as it was quite still stiff.
Service was very attentive and interactive. Fine-dining level service where they describe the dish as they present it to the table.
Overall, a good experience. A mix of traditional and modern flavours and recipes, that all generally work. Yes, it's more expensive than a regular Chinese restaurant, so you're paying for the ambiance, the innovation and service. I'd consider returning. read more