One word YES!!! I work in the area. I have to work in office one week of the month. After work…read moreI'm not feeling going home cooking, long drive, plus annoying drivers equals go sit relax and get dinner. Tempe native here and Tempe has always been a foodies paradise in the Valley. It consists of diverse cultures which means various ethnic foods. So yes Yelp to the rescue what to eat? Hmmm let's see Chinese the out of town review win me over. It has late night pickup; cute, quaint, and not fancy. Review photos did it for me the person went all in on how good it was in her review. Why not try it. They have buns and dumplings; I feel like a little kid Drooling. Yes I got both bomb. I'm going back very small parking but worth the drama to get there. Next time may Lyft or Waymo from work & then back to avoid the drama of Tempe traffic & parking. Fluffy Grandma recommends.

Came here to try the lamb skewers and it did not miss! Has nice mix of meat but also juicy fat to…read moreprovide richness. Chongqing noodle was solid and I would get again. We requested to get this spicy and they accommodated. Interested in getting beef noodle soup next. XLB was classic and comes as a 10 dumpling portion The staff were really nice and attentive.

Authenticity -- 10/10 This place is actually real Taiwanese…read morefood. Not "inspired by," not Americanized, not playing games. This is the closest thing you're getting to Taiwan in Arizona right now. Service -- 10/10 You order at the counter, which threw us off for about two seconds, then we realized it just works. The owner is a super nice Taiwanese guy and the whole place feels chill and genuine. Deliciousness -- 10/10 We ordered a bunch of snacks and I'm telling you right now, the deep-fried stuff is non-negotiable. The popcorn chicken is life-altering. I don't even want to exaggerate but it actually changed my standards. The drinks are also dangerous. Smoothies and slushes both hit way harder than expected. Overall Score: 10/10 I would come back. I would bring friends. I would think about this food at 1 a.m. Definitely Unofficial Food Critic approved.

This has been on my list for a long time to try and finally came in tonight for dinner…read more The place is very casual and frankly kind of dumpy but those are the best places for good authentic food! My family is from Taiwan and so I was looking forward to coming here and giving it a try. Now granted, I am picky when it comes to Taiwanese food, so if not made right, you will know about it. We ordered the ground pork over rice and Taiwanese braised pork over rice combos. Both dishes were pretty good. I dont have high expectations here in Phoenix and I was pleasantly surprised! We also checked out their cold case and lots of comforting dishes like Taiwanese pickled cabbage, marinated pig ears, marinated seaweed and tofu gan. We got an order of the seaweed and tofu gan and it was good. Also had a boba tea to go and it was as expected. Boba was chewy like it should be and for $3.35, pretty good deal. Overall, the food was good and there is a specials daily menu by the cash register but its written in Chinese, so you probably need to ask the owner what specials they are having or bring me with you! When we came tonight there was eel over rice, 3 cups chicken over rice combo and papaya milk and green bean sweet soup. I'd definitely come back here again when Im in the mood for Taiwanese food but I would skip dining in. I felt like I was in some school cafeteria, zero ambiance. But the food was legit!

Excellent service food taste great price is reasonable highly recommended to friends and familyread more

Recommendation: Yes you got to try it if you haven't been…read more Food: everything is really good. My favorite is the Thai one. Service: great, usually available when you need something. Tip: if you go during lunch time, they offer free tea (cold black/green tea) What's new: they have a new soup! Spicy pickled mustard green fish! What we ordered: Thai and the spicy picked green fish soup! Both were excellent. They gave a generous amount of fish and the flavors were always consistent and spot on. It's definitely one of my top favorite spots. I hope they can expand toward Chandler/gilbert area.

15 of us gathered there to celebrate two birthdays, and let me tell you, it was a blast!…read more It was our first time at Zen Zen Dojo, and I think it was their first time hosting such a large group. Despite a few hiccups with our orders (totally understandable with a big group in a cozy spot), the staff were incredibly helpful and attentive throughout the night. The menu at Zen Zen Dojo is pretty diverse - they offer everything from sandwiches and Asian fusion dishes to Taiwanese and Chinese-style night grill options, as well as rice and noodle bowls and Bento boxes. Plus, the fact that they share the space with Himeko Cafe next door adds an extra layer of charm. We pretty much ordered a bit of everything on the menu, and I have to say, it was all pretty delicious. The place seems to be a favorite among ASU students, but our rowdy group definitely stood out among the crowd. The decor is quirky and fun, with cute animated characters and pictures that really set a laid-back vibe. All in all, Zen Zen Dojo brought back some great memories of my college days and made me feel like a student all over again.

I am going crazy for their side dishes. If you don't love garlic, you may need to skip them. They…read moreoffer bento box for lunch. I want to return to try their mapo tofu. The cucumber salad is garlicky good. The bean curd salad is spicy delicious and addictive. I never had the bean curd prepared this way before and I am surprised that this is really tasty. The stir fried cabbage is also garlicky good and perfectly cooked (not too soft not too crunchy.

The best service I haven't had for a while in the States!! The staff really heard the customers'…read morefeedback and fulfilled the requirements to meet the expectation! They are about to open a Taiwanese steak house (buffet style) which is 20 minutes from Taiwan Bistro. This is one of the best choices for nostalgic Taiwanese TSMC employees!

Lunar New Year 2025 is Jan 29 and the invites are rolling in to celebrate the Year of the Snake!…read more I was invited here tonight for a LNY dinner and it was a lot of fun! Brother Wen (owner) decorated the place nicely and tonight the restaurant was packed with people! There was red everywhere! Food tonight was special for Lunar New Year and the sesame oil chicken soup was set up for each table! This is one of the dishes they excel at and you have to call ahead a few days to have this dish ready when you come. We also had Chinese sea bass tonight and that is one of my favorite Chinese dishes. I love fresh fish cooked well and this place does a really great job! We also tonight had Buddha Jumping Over Wall dish and I enjoyed the many Chinese veggies in the dish including bamboo shoots. There was also a nice sautéed cauliflower dish, just like the way my mom cooks it. I even tonight for special occasion had a Taiwan beer, it's been a long time since I had one and being in a Taiwanese restaurant, it felt appropriate. A really fun evening tonight and Brother Wen even went around to every table to wish everyone a very Happy Lunar New Year! I just wished we had gotten the karaoke machine going, that would have been so much fun! Happy Lunar New Year of the Snake. May you have good health, wealth and happiness (and yummy food in your tummy)!

AMAZING! It was exactly what I wanted and more! I don't make it to Tempe very often these days, so…read morewhen I have an excuse to grab dinner over here I'm always excited to try something new! But there are A LOT of options to choose from and always new places popping up! So after spending a ton of time looking, I picked this place because of the crab. I saw some of their pictures of crab fries and crab nachos, crab on other things...it really didn't matter at that point. Pretty much anything with crab on it is an instant yes for me! The restaurant is simple on the inside with some cool chalk walls. They have so many dishes and drinks to choose from, and their prices are really good! My friend and I both got taro milk teas with boba, you can choose your milk and sweetness level. For food we shared Nacho Crab, Scallion Pancake, Rolling Avocado, and Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll. It was ALL DELICIOUS! I would order it all again but double the Rolling Avocado! I haven't had anything like this before and it was heaven! I want to go back just for it...and to try so many other things! I'm not sure how popular Fusion Tea Lounge is but it deserves to be famous! In my world it is! I'll be back as soon as I can!

Visited Fusion Tea Lounge while in Tempe whenever I get the chance for lunch. The atmosphere was…read morecasual, laid-back, and genuinely welcoming. The service was friendly and thoughtful -- Yao, the owner, along with his dad Paul, clearly run a quality-driven operation. Tried a few of their food offerings -- carefully crafted, full of attention to detail, and delivering scrumptious bites every time. Overall, a great spot for locals and absolutely worth a return visit. Saluti

Heng's Kitchen is located in the Mekong Plaza. I took my…read moregirlfriend here for some spring rolls. We weren't real hungry, but wanted a little something to share. Four spring rolls was perfect. They make them fresh and perfect. Crispy on the outside with nice veggies on the inside. They give you a sweet-and-sour sauce to go with it. They were very good. Shared parking outside.

Heng's Kitchen is located at the very left of the food court of Mekong Plaza. I met up with a…read morefriend and her husband, and my main goal was to satisfy my XLB craving! Order at the cashier, grab a number, and food will be served to you. Needless to say, I ordered the 4. Shanghai pork mini soup dumplings which were $10.25 for 6 dumplings. I would've loved less dough, more soup, overall bigger portion size (larger dumplings or more of them). Otherwise, the soup itself was tasty. We also ordered the 14. Chongqing Fried Spicy Chicken $13.95, which was a platter of boneless chicken and peppers. I was very impressed with the crisp exterior but soft/juicy interior of the chicken. I'm not usually a spice person, but I was left feeling tingly but not in pain and not numb. Overall I found Heng's Kitchen to be disproportionately pricey given the taste and portion sizes. I'm pretty critical and discerning about my XLB, and this place did not totally satisfy my craving, although I was pleasantly surprised about the chicken. Note: rice is not included with any dish and is $1 extra. Free room-temperature self-serve water available.

This place has been a favorite of mine for years, and every single visit reminds me why I keep…read morecoming back. It may be a smaller, family-owned spot, but the heart, passion, and consistency here are unmatched. Hands down, the best dim sum I've had in Arizona. Even when they're incredibly busy (which they always are for a reason), the service never feels rushed or careless. Sunni was absolutely amazing--so kind, attentive, and genuinely accommodating. You can tell she truly cares about the guests and the experience. There's something really special about supporting a local family business that pours so much love into what they do. You feel it in the food, the service, and the atmosphere. If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out. And if you have, you already know exactly what I'm talking about

I've been meaning to come here for years. I wish I hadn't. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't good…read moreeither. My first clue should have been no one was pushing around a steam cart. I didn't need a second clue. Overall meh. If you want dim sum there are other places that do it, and do it better.

Food is always so tasty. We have tried a variety of…read moredumplings, soups, and entrees and enjoyed each. Service is always courteous, prompt, and attentive. As soon as you walk in the door they immediately get you seated at a table when there's availability. Menu is extensive, offering entrees we are not familiar with along with many of the usual suspects. And everything is served up quickly. They've recently posted an illustration on the walls about the dumplings, advising how to eat them so you don't burn yourself or your tongue. A little too late for me, but it made me chuckle. Each item we have tried has been fresh and delicious. I suppose we have gotten hooked on a few of our favorites and frequently order those items. Chous has become a favorite and certainly worth the wait when there is one. In the mood for Chinese food, specifically Northeastern Chinese cuisine? Or do you have the urge for delicious, homemade dumplings? Craving bold, hearty flavors? Chous fills that niche.

Some of the best orange chicken I have had in a long time! Very fresh tasting…read more Smaller area for dinning The service was great.

Came here for dinner. Lots of Asians, very very authentic. Probably the best Chinese food in the…read morevalley. The biggest highlight for me is the toothpick lamb. If you're not a fan of lamb I understand but love the small tender morsels seasoned with mala spice. Also highly recommend the chive and meat dumplings. Picked with flavor and with a delicious light but doughy skin.

The food was not very tasty and not authentic. The pricing…read moreis fair and the portions are average. We came on a Saturday afternoon and the place was not very busy. We ordered the fried pork intestines with chilies, the west lake soup, and the beef noodle soup. West lake soup:(1/5) The west lake soup had egg, and beef and pork cubes. However there were not enough beef and pork cubes for the price. It was watery and not very fragrant. The portions were average. It did not taste very good. I would not recommend this dish if you are looking for authentic west lake soup. Fried pork intestines with chilies:(2/5) The intestines were neither crispy nor soft. They were chewy and flavourless, which was surprising considering they were super oily. It also came with peppers. This dish did not impress me. Beef noodle soup:(3/5) The soup broth was quite watery and too salty. There was a lot of sliced beef. The beef tasted fine and had a fine texture. The noodles were average. It also came with some Bok Choy. Overall the noodles were quite average, considering price, taste, and portions. Service:(3/5) The waitress refilled our waters twice. However they did not clear plates after we were done using them. They were also subtly rude. The service was borderline, but I expected better from a place with only 3 tables of customers. Ambience:(4/5) Place looks modern and clean despite its age. There were some paintings on the wall. Since there was not a lot of people eating, the place was pretty quiet. Side note: they also have an iced jelly dessert for free if you leave a 5 star review. (I did not get this personally because I don't like leaving fake reviews that don't align with how I feel about the place.) Overall the ambience was nice but I could not recommend the food here.