We returned to Mama Lee again for dinner and were absolutely stuffed as usual by the end of our…read moremeal. Mama Lee is the kindest woman and treats you like family. She usually works alone but she had help this time. We sat ourselves and helped ourselves to water and tea from the table by the counter. We got our order in and our food came out quickly. Mama Lee made complimentary tea eggs and soup, which were delicious. Everything was amazing as always and the fried shrimp were a favorite. The price is great for the size of the dishes and we had a lot to take home. We'll continue to return and be regulars here. Comfortable and casual atmosphere and delicious food; what more could you want!

Mama Lee has been around forever! The owner is the chef, waitress, host, cashier, everything! Which…read moremeans if she's cooking for someone else, she can't cook for you yet. But it's definitely worth the wait because she makes some of the best authentic home style Taiwanese/Chinese food. It's a tiny restaurant with only 3 or 4 tables. Self serve rice and drinks. Make sure to have time to talk to the owner because she's so nice and always willing to have a good conversation!

So happy to see a Taiwanese-style cafe. Very pleasant atmosphere with plenty of seating options. We…read moregot shaved ice and peanut tofu curd to go once and they were delicious! Last time I went in for a grilled cheese sandwich which was also good. The cappuccino was subpar but the ambience and cleanliness of the bathroom made me want to come back. I will try their food next time! My only suggestion to the owner is to add all the items on the wall with their prices and in print as leaflets as well, so we can take home. Right now people spend a long time reading the traditional restaurant menu at the counter, which slows down everything. Lovely place to be back though!

We got the Fan Tuan (cut in half in the image to show the inside). It is multigrain purple rice,…read morehard boiled egg, pork floss, fried dough, and Chinese pickles. It was freshly made, hearty, and tasted okay. I shared it with my friend and it was filling. The food came out quickly and it is a really nice ambiance. Clean, lots of seating, and seems nice for working from home.

We went on a Thursday dinner at 8 pm. They closes at 9:30 pm. It wasn't busy. Two tables dining…read moreat that hour. We ordered : Ice soybean milk: $3.30. Sweetness is just right. You can taste the soybean flavor. We enjoyed it. Oyster pancake: $11.45. We enjoyed this flavorful dish. Plenty of little oysters. Fried bun with chives and egg: $4.30. Crispy outside with packed filling. Scallion pancake: $4.90 not as crispy as above. Generous portion. Family meal combo $52.00: 3 dishes , white rice and soup. We had: Pork chop Peking style: crispy deep fried pork chop coated with sweet abd sour sauce. A favorite for kids. Chunk chicken Taiwan: a casserole dish with enough heat. Very flavorful. It's a hearted heavier seasoned dish. Braided pork belly: another casserole dish with heat. Full of wok chi (wok heat). Sauce is more heavily seasoned. It's a fatty meat due to pork belly. Overall we are satisfied. It's a good quiet neighborhood restaurant which has been opened for at least 10 years. Service was good. Food service time was quick. Parking is easy in the evening. Will return. Credit card accepted if more than $30 transaction. Card and cash same price.

This was my second time here. Most likely my last. Food is ok, but I don't think the Taiwanese…read morefood is great. Got the Taiwanese pork chop rice, I appreciate that they are smaller medallions which is easy to give to my toddler but it's a bit greasy and flavorless. Interestingly enough soup dumplings are pretty good, but the fried wonton are meh. Not really a fan of the open ends, which means all the juice is already leaked out. The eggplant lunch special was pretty good but there's absolutely no meat. For a Friday where there was only 2 other tables the entire time we were there the service was crap. I thought it was bad last time I was there when it was packed but I guess it doesn't matter. I usually expect bad service at Chinese places but they didn't even give my toddler a fork which is a whole new level of bad. And of course the service is super slow, the lady that is there just can't do it all herself. My biggest gripe about this place is the Taiwanese food just isn't great.

Having a bowl of Taiwanese Braised beef noodles used to be a signature thing when traveling to…read moretownship in Queens like Flushing in the 80s and 90s (Yes! It's before Yelp and even before internet time). I could not imagine I can have this noodle in Bayside now. Comparing to the famous beef noodles I had, this is pretty good but still a way to go. Let's start with the noodle. It is al dente and carry the soup really well. The braised beef made well too. The tenderness is just fine. However, I missed the big piece of meat instead of bite size chopped cube. It is easy to eat but could be more satisfying. The Shanghainese Pok Choy is a must in order to complete this dish authentically. However, it's overly chopped. I missed the couple halved Shanghainese Pok Choy placed nicely on the side. For the soup, the fave is fine and the balance of the sour and savory is just to the point. However, I wish I could have more pickled veggie that added more sourness to the soup. It would be much better to place a container of pickled veggie on each table for the customer to add it freely. That would be perfect. This place is cozy, clean and neat. Thanks for the ambiance. I think I would still come back when I crave for Taiwanese noodles. Lap Yin Calvin Kwok

Cozy atmosphere, quick service. My beef tendon soup was delish. $15.95 The fried pork chop was…read moresuper crunchy and the chicken wings were mouth watering. 8 pieces for $7.95. The portion of soup was smaller than last time tho.

Found this spot on a whim and decided to try it out! I ended up dining in here. It's not ideal…read moresince it's small inside with about 3 tables. I love love love the classic Taiwanese dishes that were on the menu here. I couldn't help myself but to order to my stomachs content. Of course, the stinky tofu! Not as stinky as I'd like (IYKYK). But the flavor of the sauce with the hot sauce that it comes with matches perfectly. I also ordered a trio appetizer of braised intestines, pig foot and tofu. They were all delicious! Nicely warm and all melts in your mouth. Good flavor! Pairs well with rice. My main was the chicken set. Delicious! And I love how they did the chicken 2 ways. With all the little side apps that it comes with as well. Everything was great. I didn't give a full 5 stars and this one negative may break it for you in coming here but while I was sitting I did notice small baby roaches strolling along the walls. Not a good sign and like I said might turn you away. I'll probably just order to go from here BUT that stuff doesn't phase me as long as it wasn't in my food. Let me know what you think!

We stopped in for lunch on Saturday. The restaurant is quite small, but thankfully the…read moreair-conditioning was on full blast, which was much appreciated on such a hot day, especially with a bowl of beef noodle soup. Whenever I come across Taiwanese beef noodle soup, I usually have to try it. Overall, it was pretty good, the broth was tasty and the meat was tender. They offer both beef and beef tendon noodle soup, which I always appreciate since not every place does. However, when my mother requested just beef tendon due to dental issues, we were told it couldn't be accommodated because the meat is pre-portioned. That was a bit surprising for such a small establishment, as I would have assumed it was ladled from a larger pot like many similar places. I ended up ordering the same bowl and giving my mom all the tendon while I kept the meat although I'll admit I would have preferred to keep the tendon for myself. My cousin ordered the spicy beef noodle soup, which she really enjoyed. I tried a taste as well, but it wasn't really my preference. The spice had more of a Sichuan-style profile, leaning toward that mala flavor that I don't personally enjoy. Aside from that, the soup was enjoyable, though not the best I've had, but certainly nowhere near the worst either. We also ordered stinky tofu, which unfortunately didn't have quite enough soy sauce (I could have asked for more, but didn't bother) and ended up tasting a bit under-seasoned. It also wasn't as pungent as one would hope. Service was minimal, with one server who I believe may also have been the owner. While everything came out correctly, there wasn't much flexibility with requests, which made the experience feel a bit rigid. Prices were also on the higher side for a small, off-the-beaten-path spot. Overall, it was a decent meal with some good flavors, but a few inconsistencies kept it from being a standout.

My wife and I have been ordering delivery from here for a while now, and it never disappoints!…read moreToday, we finally visited in person with our 9-month-old daughter to pick up an order, and the experience was fantastic! If you have ever been to Taiwan, walking in here feels like stepping right back there! It has such cozy vibes that perfectly capture the feeling of early 2000s Taiwanese MVs. We were also able to park right out front, which was super convenient! A huge shout-out to Daniel, who showed us incredible hospitality! Even though the restaurant was full and he was managing the front solo, he handled everything with such grace. He kindly asked a customer if they could offer my wife and our baby a seat, brought us our drinks immediately in case we needed to drink while waiting for the food, and made sure we were completely comfortable while juggling other orders. Thank you, Daniel! As for the food, it's always consistent in the best way possible. We ordered our usuals: the braised pork with rice, the popcorn chicken with rice, and the kumquat lemon drinks. The quality is top-notch, and the portion sizes always leave us feeling full and satisfied! My wife would usually eat half the bowl and save the other half for the next day. FYI: If the restaurant gets busy, there is a kiosk inside where you can order and pay, which makes the whole process very convenient. Highly recommended!

Ooodles Noodle House has become my go-to weekend spot for a quick, satisfying meal. I usually order…read morethe tomato braised beef noodle soup and the chicken cutlet over rice--both consistently hit the mark. The beef noodle soup is rich and comforting with a deep tomato flavor, and the beef is tender and flavorful. The chicken cutlet is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and pairs perfectly with the rice. The space is definitely on the smaller side, but service is super quick and efficient, which makes it ideal for a fast bite. Portions are generous, and the flavors taste very authentic, which keeps me coming back almost every weekend.

I've been ordering takeout from Tihu anywhere from once a month to once a week, and it's been…read moreconsistently good every time. It's that good! Here are my favorites: Oyster Omelette: I haven't found a Taiwanese restaurant with a really good oyster omelette in a long time, but Tihu absolutely delivers. It's loaded with large, fresh oysters and spinach, all topped with a delicious sweet and tangy sauce. This is a must order and something I get every single time! Soups: Their soups are incredibly comforting and never greasy. You really can't go wrong with any of them, but my favorites are the clam ginger soup, pork liver and intestine soup, and pork blood and intestine soup. These are my go to when I'm feeling a bit under the weather. Pork Chop Fried Rice: A generous portion served with two crispy pork chops, a braised egg, and preserved vegetables. It's well seasoned and very satisfying. Chicken Leg over Rice: Probably my favorite rice dish here. It comes with two large pieces of lightly fried chicken over rice. The chicken is juicy, perfectly seasoned, and the portion is huge! Crispy Fried Intestine: Another must order for me. It's crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and fried just right. Salted Egg Yolk Tofu: Lightly fried tofu cubes coated in rich salted egg yolk. Crispy on the outside, silky and soft on the inside. So addictive! Satay Beef with Water Spinach: A solid choice with a savory satay sauce and a subtle barbecue flavor that pairs really well with the water spinach. There are still plenty of dishes on the menu that I want to try, but these are the staples that I find myself ordering over and over again. Tihu has become one of my regular takeout spots because of how consistent the food is, and it has yet to disappoint.

We come here often as a small group but made a reservation for the private room for a large group…read morethis time. The private room isn't anything fancy and there were leftover birthday decorations. But it'll do if you have a large group and want some privacy. We preordered the dishes we wanted, which came out quickly in quick succession. Service was great and the servers continued to refill our waters and teas and take empty plates away. The food was amazing as usual. The stinky tofu and the fried mushrooms were favorites. There was some miscommunication with an expensive fish dish and we're not sure who miscommunicated or misunderstood. But the restaurant kindly resolved the issue.

The food never disappoints me.The servers are friendly. I used to come here a lot but moved, today…read morewas the first time after many years. Same people, same quality :) Some up to date menus

The Stinky Tofu is my new favorite here!! The minced pork over rice was pretty good but portions…read moreare small. Not a fan of there Intestines, Oyster Thin Noodles!!! Service was pretty good, most of the staff are all Taiwanese which is cool!! Ambiance was nice!! They only take cash!!