Milk & Honey is one of my fav local spots on heavy rotation in my household . it is an incredibly…read morecute location. it feels like a cozy home when I walk in with the way, they decorate it with couches and coffee tables and plenty of stuffed animals. My children love playing with the stuffed animals and if we have to wait for a table, they are entertained. If adults are still eating, but kids are done eating, the kids will go and play on the couches. There's also TVs playing cartoons too. I have not had one bad dish here, everything is good. However, I go-to is always their pork belly bento box. They automatically bring plastic dishes and utensils for the children, and offer them crayons and coloring books, I love a place that is so family friendly. You can order on a QR code on the table, or order with the staff. Staff is always very friendly. However, I feel like trying to flag a staff down to get more water or to go boxes can take a little bit of time because they're always so busy. Parking is a bit limited, the lot is small and is shared with other businesses. I try to go on non-peak hours to get a parking spot. They also offer free wifi , so there have been times when my kids wanted to come and hang out and have some snacks and drinks here, but I was able to bring my laptop and get some work done at the same time.

A warm and welcoming place with friendly aunties. They all seemed so cheery! From the decor to the…read moremenu items, and the specials to the promotions, it was kind of all over the place. There was some promotion where you get a free drink if you spend a certain amount. I didn't get it though because I used a Groupon. Spicy Beef Noodle Soup ($17.99): Tender beef and chewy noodles. It tasted fine but not my favorite. Not nearly spicy enough. Minced Pork Rice Noodle Soup ($16.99): I wanted the dry noodle but they gave me the soup. It was meh. My minced pork got lost in the soup. Popcorn Chicken ($12.99): Delicious! It was piping hot and the chili powder gave it a real kick.

Taiwanese food is still a niche in the Bay Area, and Old Taro is a good place to be introduced. The…read morevibe here is homey Taiwanese, with cartoon graphics on the wall and playful banners and ceiling hangings. We started with stinky tofu for appetizers. The version here is atypical in that the dipping sauce was not the garlicky sweet soy sauce but lighter with no visible garlic. The dipping sauce was also poured on top of the tofu rather than on the side. It was enjoyable nevertheless. The tofu was perfectly fried on the outside and moist on the inside. With a generous heaping of chili sauce and outstanding pickled cabbage, this dish was a good reinterpretation of the Taiwanese classic. We tried various tasty bento boxes- fried pork chops, Taiwanese sausage, popcorn chicken. Each bento boxes came with side servings of steamed vegetables, stewed egg with bean curd sheet or mini spring rolls. We also had the pork knuckles over rice, which had very tender stewed pork knuckles over rice with meat sauce, bamboo shoots and a stewed egg. Beef noodle soup is an iconic dish in Taiwanese cuisine, and at Old Taro I gave it high marks. The broth was very aromatic and mildly spicy which was perfect for me. You can specify the noodles and I requested the thick flat noodles which really soaked up the broth. The bowl was a good size and filled with prodigious amounts of tender beef chunks, tripes and soft tissues. The meat was tender so it went down without getting between my teeth. Taiwanese desserts are a must, and here you can choose from a selection of shave ice, tofu puddings, regular as well as fried mochis. We had the cute little bathtub filled with taro shave ice, grass jelly, colorful sweet rice dumplings and a panda shaped mango sorbet. A second dessert was soft tofu puddings covered with the colorful sweet dumplings. This came with a side dish of two incredibly flavorful taro cookies. So many dishes we wanted to try. Guess we have to come back!

The menu is traditional bentos and beef noodle soups, casual dining interior and they have QR code…read moremenus and quick service for ordering Came for the mochi but ended up scoring some traditional Taiwanese bentos and the beef noodle soups. I was super happy to get the mochi it was warm and large portions here :) just like back in Taiwan. We also got sharing bowls & the interior was a bit larger than we expected there were two sides!

Really great authentic chinese food here. I would come here simply for the stinky tofu that is hard…read moreto find here in the states. I also loved the wall with messages about their love for stinky tofu. I'm definitely one of those aficionados!! We ordered a lot of dishes and they were all yummy: *oyster pancake *3 cups flavored chicken & mushroom *stinky tofu *dumplings *pan fried buns *spicy intestines pot *beef pancake roll *sticky rice Would definitely be back for my stinky tofu & taiwanese food fix

Food: We ordered the stinky tofu, oyster pancake, and sticky rice cooked in a barrel…read more The oyster pancake was pretty good, with a slightly crispy batter and quite a few oysters. The stinky tofu, however, was a little too hard and dry for my taste. The sticky rice cooked in a barrel was a disappointment. The portion had only one visible piece of mushroom, and there was no egg at all, even though the menu photo clearly showed egg. The chili sauce was the bean-paste type. It was quite salty but not spicy, so it didn't add much heat to the dishes.

Taiwan Porridge is an affordable meal with a great variety of options for vegan, vegetarian, and…read moreother palates. Usually to start your order, you pick a base between rice and porridge (the porridge is bland with pumpkin mixed in, which is how it's traditionally prepared and a good balance for the more flavorful dishes, but be aware) and then you can select what ever number of sides from the entrees available in the service pans behind the counter. You can also order some select items as well off the menu, but what's already out there is perfect serviceable on its own. The portions provided per entree have always been fair, and they always give a generous amount of rice/porridge. There's a great lunch deal and late-night dinner discount. Would definitely recommend if you're looking to eat out, but need to keep an eye on your budget.

We're truly disappointed after ordering the foods. The porridge was supposed to come with red…read moreyams. But all we could find was some threads of the yam. Then the selections of the dishes were also limited. The basa fish was not fresh. The squids and the beans were okay. Bottom line, this restaurant is not the same as the one in Milpitas though they have the same name.

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read more Ambiance: 4/5 Stumbled upon this restaurant because I was grabbing matcha nearby! Decided to stop by and check it out. Vibes were clean and casual but also had upscale decor elements. Wontons with Chili Oil Sauce: 5/5 No complaints! It hit the spot. Wontons had the perfect combo of shrimp and pork in each bit I took. Braised Beef Trio Noodle Soup with Handmade noodles: 4/5 Soup was okay, beef was tender, but the noodles were a bit al dente to my liking. I wish it had more sourness to the soup. Needs some pickled veggies. - Sauce for all the Braised items were a bit to salty. Braise Pork Intestine: 4/5 It was alright. Braise Beef Tripe: 3/5 This was veryyyy soft. Braised Egg: 3/5 The egg was overcooked. Braised Bean Curd: 2/5 Didn't realize this was taiwanese bean curd. I was thinking that this would be a thinner version.

I came around 1:45pm on Saturday and didn't have to wait in line. Note that they have a lunch break…read morestarting at 2:30pm. My friends and I each got a beef noodle soup and a pork chop fried rice to share. We also split the century egg with tofu appetizer (15% off with entree order). Ironically enough, the fried rice was my favorite. It was seasoned really well, wasn't too oily, but had that wok aroma. The pork chop was also seasoned well and the meat was high quality. I got the beef shank noodle soup with flat noodles. I am a wider noodle type of gal, but I think I would go with the thin noodles next time. Those feel more inherently "correct" for a beef noodle soup dish. I got 3 decently sized pieces of meat. Meat was really tender. Overall a delicious experience. Definitely one of my favorite beef noodle soup spots in the bay. It was $18 for the beef shank noodle soup. A bit pricier but a decent amount of food.

This review is long overdue! I'm a big fan of Cafe Mei and would definitely consider it one of the…read morebest Taiwanese spots for breakfast. It's a small space with limited seating, but the restaurant is always clean, tidy, and well-stocked. Orders can be placed to go by phone or online, and there's also a convenient kiosk by the entrance for ordering in person. The staff are always so friendly and polite, no matter who is working. The service is very consistent, which I really appreciate. The food and drinks are comforting, delicious, and fulfilling--everything just hits home. My favorites are definitely the crepes, sandwiches, and soy milk. I've ordered from Cafe Mei for both breakfast and lunch, and I've always enjoyed my meals. I would highly recommend Cafe Mei and will definitely continue to support this wonderful local spot. Happy to give Cafe Mei a well-deserved five stars!

never had anything like this. i get their signature pork sandwich and the onion packs a punch (in…read morethe best way). this sandwich is crunchy and sweet and will fill you this cafe is quite endearing also

When you walk in you already know the food is going to be bomb and affordable because it looks a…read morelittle bit outdated and the service is a little bit on the slower side because it's just one person taking orders as well serving people and bringing the food out which is crazy. . Some of the items that we got to try is their sticky rice with a Chinese donut inside with some Park floss and it was so good because it's a little bit different it has a little extra pickle inside which is really great for the little salty crunchy bites texture and flavor. . Also they do have your eggs and Chive pancakes which is really made to order fresh and I love getting it with breakfast item or even a snack as well. . I really enjoyed their oyster noodle soup and I do love the oyster bits inside as well the noodles are a little bit on the longer side and I wish it was a little bit shorter and cut up but the flavor of it is really great and they do have your red vinegar on the table which you can spice it up a little bit. . I really do like the Ambiance here it is really casual to your quick fast Eatery pick up and they have a lot of food that is ready to be picked up as well. If you're looking for something homie and cozy and reminds you of home which is like Taiwanese eat it is a place to go visit in the Bay Area. Hope this helps and thanks for reading and have a yeptastic day.

The Red Oil Wontons (chao shou) really packs flavor! The wontons are wonderfully savory and juicy…read moreinside. The dipping sauce punches your senses with chili oil, vinegar, and garlic. It is kind of spicy and clears your sinuses, so be ready with tissues or napkins! The peanuts and green onions on top provide good crunch and texture to the dish. Each wonton was decent sized, very filling overall. Side note - I like that they double wrapped the container, so it doesn't spill or leak. At the front counter, they have many boxes of apps and side dishes already made and ready to eat. This includes rice dumplings, radish cakes, meatballs (ba wan), rice rolls, poached chicken, pig ear, tofu skin, braised wheat gluten, steamed buns, cucumbers, and black fungus. So convenient to just quickly select some to eat immediately. You can also order fresh hot food from their large menu. They're always busy with long lines, however their service is fast so you don't have to wait long. Most people take their food to go, but there are a few tables inside for dine in too. Very casual environment, kind of a hole in the wall place. It is in the middle of a large shopping center next to Osaka Marketplace with many parking spots. I will be back to try their premade foods!

San Jose does have lots of hiding gems. We traveled in the area and this restaurant is not too far…read morefrom our hotel. And we all wanted something different. So give them a try. The restaurant is not very big and it is quite busy. We waited for couple of minutes and got our table ready. Seating is comfortable, lots of room for 4 people. The menu has lots of good stuff, and their signature item is the pig's feet. When we placed the order, the waitress told us the pig's feet are sold out. So we ordered other items that we wanted, later she came back to tell us there's only one order of pig's feet left, and we definitely got it. All dishes are so GREAT. Pig's feet are yummy, Chicken soup is tasty, tofu is delicious....... We need to go back to this place again next time we go there.

Good food , speedy service, and reasonable value. I particularly liked the Three Cups Three Flavor…read moredish. This dish was bursting with flavors from the spices and herbs and the combination of chicken, squid, and pork intestine. It's a good blend of flavors. The beef noodle soup had the al dente noodle, but I was not that impressed with the broth. It tasted a little plain for my liking. My son and hubby enjoyed it a lot and almost finished the huge bowl. This was our first time at this restaurant. It was great to see how efficient the whole restaurant operated. It was busy throughout our visit. Non-stop walk-ins for dine-in and takeout customers. We were fortunate to be there just before 12nn to beat the line-ups. They say that they open at 12nn but they start letting patrons in way earlier. Would love to go back to try their other dishes.

Full House Dumpling Came here for an early Saturday lunch…read more A few good signs: Restaurant was fully packed by the time we left. Almost all Asians eating here. As soon as we sat down, we got 6 little dishes with vinegar and ginger. They know if you're not here for XLB, you have made a big mistake. What we ordered for 6 people: A1 Pork XLB A2 Pork w/Crab Meat XLB A3 Loofah & Shrimp XLB A4 Shrimp & Pork Shao Mai A9 Green Onion Pancake Thin A12 Beef & Cucumber Roll w/Green Onion J3 Salted Egg Yolk with Tofu B2 Stir-Fry Pea Shoots with Garlic We were satisfied, but not stuffed. Definitely recommend the normal XLB. Good meat flavor. Skin not too thick, but also little breakage. The three dishes I thought were pretty interesting. The Shao Mai - even though it's pork, it's seasoned and has texture like a dim sum beef ball. Loofah and Shrimp XLB - good flavor, but it's a loose filling (nothing to form it into a meatball). Salted Egg Yolk Tofu - tastes good, a little more moisture than what you would expect from this style of prep. Overall, we were happy with the items we got and would definitely come back if we were in the area.

4.5 stars. Full House is still delicious!…read more This visit we enjoyed the boiled tofu, a Choy with ground pork, and XLB. All were still delicious as ever. The boiled tofu is a fried soft tofu that is taut on the outside but almost custard-like in the middle bathed in a sweet, yet delicate sauce and then topped with cilantro and bonito flakes. Gets us every time. So good. The A choy dish. Was cooked to perfection..still a little crisp to the bite. The addition of braised pork belly was a taste of savoriness that rounded the veggie freshness. The XLB here has always been solid. Nice ratio of filling to broth. The XLN skin here is also on the thinner side. Perfectly done. Glad that this restaurant is making it through the economy when so many in the area have closed.

From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. Across the board, the food…read moreleaned toward a lighter, cleaner profile, which was a really refreshing approach. Our Eats Included: Xiao Long Bao (5/5): Easily some of the best XLB in the Bay Area. The wrappers were perfectly thin yet held a generous amount of meat and a piping-hot burst of flavorful soup. Noodle with Pork Soybean Sauce (5/5): Fantastic texture on the springy noodles that made every slurp satisfying, with fresh cucumbers providing a crisp crunch. Chili Wonton (4/5): Delicious wontons packed with juicy pork, though the chili oil itself was a bit straightforward compared to the rest of the meal.

UPDATE: I used to be a regular here, but shrinkflation has hit this gem hard. The soup dumplings…read morehave increased 20% in price over the past year, and the updated menu is no longer worth the shrinking portions. At 14.99 for 8 soup dumplings, each dumpling is $2+ after tax and tip! While the dumplings are still tasty, they are smaller than ever and even look deflated due to the lack of meat filling. The braised beef soup also felt lacking and smaller than before. After raving about this place for years, it is unfortunately time for me to look for a new go-to spot.