It was Thanksgiving day and my husband had come with me to my weekly shift at the California Raptor Center. We were both pretty hungry afterwards and weren't sure what places were open, or what we wanted to eat. We decided to drive around downtown Davis just to get a sense of what was open, and saw that Tasty Kitchen was bustling. We had never eaten there before, but as it was pretty much our only option besides fast food (which I did not want), we decided to try them out and have a good Thanksgiving dinner. I took a quick browse at their Yelp reviews before heading in, and the food looked pretty good, so I figured why not. Since we had come pretty much on a whim (I usually heavily research restaurants before trying new places), we weren't quite sure what to order, but I knew I wanted some carbs. We wanted to share a fried rice, so we chose the dried scallop and egg white fried rice. My husband was eyeing the beef stew lo mein, and I was eager to try the beef chow fun with black bean sauce. We were seated quickly and given hot tea to enjoy. It had been a cold day, so the tea was very welcome. We placed our order and then sat back to people watch while we waited. There were a few large groups dining in, but while watching the staff, they all worked efficiently, and food was constantly coming out of the kitchen. Delivery drivers and those who called in for takeout were also coming and going. We waited a while for our food, but it was also because everyone seemed to have ordered at the same time for the dinner rush (and we had come around 17:45 too). I guess everyone was feeling like an early Thanksgiving dinner. We were honestly amazed by the huge portion sizes when our dishes arrived to our table. Everything was reasonably priced as well, and we knew we would have plenty of leftovers. The beef chow fun with black bean sauce was delightfully saucy, and the noodles still had a nice wok hay. The beef was extremely velvety and tender. My husband enjoyed his beef stew lo mein. The egg noodles were perfectly bouncy, and the braised beef was tender. The dried scallop egg white fried rice was pretty good as well. I had hoped for a bit more wok hay and scallop flavor, but it was a little under seasoned. I would say it was a nice palette cleanser if you will, and at least the rice was nice and fluffy. I would have to say that the food here is comforting and hearty, but it didn't have as much depth of flavor as I would have liked. However, you really get your money's worth when you come here. It was $49 for everything before tip, and we had so many leftovers to take home. Our waiter even took our plates and packaged them to go for us, so that was a nice touch. I'm used to packaging my own leftovers these days. There's something for everyone at this restaurant, and I would like to be back to try some of their other dishes. Another table across from us ordered the Mongolian beef, which came on a sizzling platter, and that smelled so good. That will definitely be a contender next time we visit. I'm definitely thankful that Tasty Kitchen was open on Thanksgiving, and will keep this restaurant in our rotation for a holiday meal. read more

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Is it bad to base my review entirely on one dish? Because this is one of the few restaurants I've been able to find outside of the Bay Area that has two sauce fried rice. My husband and I came here after lunch and ordered two sauce, fried rice, a spicy, braised beef dish, and gai lan (Chinese broccoli). I was so excited to eat the fried rice and it tasted exactly like what I imagined it to taste like. I don't typically like really starchy, thick sauces, but that was exactly what I was looking for. I don't know, it's not like it's anything super special or a crazy amazing delicious dish, it's just a nostalgic taste that I really missed and used to only be able to get at the old tea house in Davis over a decade ago. The spicy braised beef, unfortunately was the kind of spicy. I didn't want it to be, so if you don't like tongue, numbing spicy, this is not the dish for you. That being said, the rest of the dish was good, I found the meat to be quite tender And well seasoned, when I could taste beyond numbness, lol. Vegetables are vegetables, really not more to say about that. I'll definitely come back for the fried rice and to try other clay pot dishes, which they have a lot of variety of. Also, it seems like a lot of people really enjoy their duck, so I'll be make sure to order that next time. In terms of ambience or service, it is a Chinese restaurant. You get what you get, and that is a person who brings your food out. Just kidding (kind of) I'm not expecting five star restaurant levels of service at this price point. Plates and cups were clean, the server came when I raised my hand, idk I don't really need more than that! Also, as a Vietnamese person who always has cash on her, I love when I get a discount (5%) for using cash. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Two sauce fried rice - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

they managment is so bad and they don't know how to talk or behave with customers. I was there to grab my food and the person even didn't answer me read more

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month has passed and I am late on my reviews but after enjoying my nieces orchestra concert we had a family dinner at Tasty Kitchen! We were thoroughly surprised that we liked all the dishes we ordered! Just check-out my pictures and you'll see what I mean! We especially loved the orange chicken, the house special fried rice and the fried chicken wings! I'm a soup person and the broth for the wor wonton soup and the wontons themselves were so yummy 10/10 would recommend! We got seated right away and our order came out within 15-20 minutes after ordering. Classic Chinese Restaurant vibe with lazy susans and delicious food! And don't forget to drink your hot tea after! read more

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Food was outstanding, we ordered the orange chicken, chow mein, rice, sautéed green beans in black bean sauce, fried prawns, and curry in the clay pot. Everything was delicious, I will definitely be returning. The service was lacking due to being short staffed although they were very apologetic and ensured everything was cooked to our liking. read more

On being seated, a teapot and cups were brought to our table. I tasted a sip of the tea and didn't bother with any more as it tasted like soap. I don't know if it was the variety of the tea, but I think not. I like most teas. After tasting liquid soap when I was in nursery school, I haven't liked soap. Due to dietary restrictions, there wasn't much on the menu for me to order. My friend from China recommended the Empress Chicken. She said it's boiled in a broth for a long time. When the waiter came to take our order, she ordered in Chinese. I ordered in English and he warned me that the Empress Chicken was served cold and recommended the Soy Sauce Chicken. I went with his recommendation. It apparently was a whole chicken thigh, but cut in pieces with shards of bone in each piece. It was hard to eat. It tasted fine but was difficult to eat and daintily remove the bones from my mouth. I guess I made a bad choice. The restaurant is rather large. There are tables and booths. It was about half full when we had lunch on a Thursday at around noon. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Soy Sauce Chicken over rice - A white plate contains a serving of steamed white rice, cooked bok choy, and sliced grilled chicken with a dark sauce. A fork and spoon are placed on the plate, resting on the edge. The plate is on a dark surface, and the food is arranged with rice on one side, vegetables in the middle, and chicken on the other. - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

Wow! I'm surprised I never wrote a review for this place after eating here a bajillion times during undergrad and occasionally coming back when passing by Davis, lol. We came right when they opened and they already had 4 other parties join, in addition to my partner and I. Tables were plentiful. You'll see tables for 4, 6, and larger parties (like the round table). I imagine some families come here to dine too. When I was a college kid, I've always found their food decent and not so expensive for the value marked, but this time, I had a hard time finishing my meal. Perhaps my metabolism is slowing down, lol. Anyways, there was this one dish that called for mushrooms, tofu, and beef which I really liked, but I could never get the name of the dish right. So, I'd always eat some other beef dish offered here lol. For today, I got some sizzling beef with bell peppers. And of course, I can't remember the name. I thought the dish was okay, but a tad salty. The egg chow fun was okay too, but had an overwhelming taste of turmeric (I'm guessing it's turmeric because of the yellow tint), which threw me off. Shrimps were bouncy and had a good chew, and the egg gravy was nice and thick. I wished the noodles weren't so firm. Service was okay. You'll get a slight discount paying in cash! Don't make excuses to save money as a college kid. You're literally dining across the street from the banks, lol. Save your money where you can! read more

Tasty Kitchen - A bowl of shrimp and vegetable stir-fry features shrimp, chopped green onions, and leafy vegetables in a yellow sauce. The dish is served in a white bowl placed on a black table, with a metal spoon resting inside. The background is blurred, showing a person in a dark shirt. - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

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Our college friend group recently returned to Davis for a visit, and this spot is a must-visit for us Aggies! It holds a special place in our hearts, bringing back so many great memories. Each of us ordered a dish based on our college favorites: the House Fried Rice, Hand-Shredded Chicken with Jellyfish, and Braised Tofu with Vegetables and Mushrooms. The Hand-Shredded Chicken with Jellyfish remains my all-time favorite! It's hard to find this unique flavor anywhere else, and it tasted just as delicious as I remember from my college days. The food was tasty and nostalgic, making the experience even more special. read more

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Literally drove here from Sacramento on New Year's Eve for dinner because it is THAT GOOD. The food is always perfectly cooked and the portions are great for the price. The Mongolian beef is a must, the meat is super soft and has a strong savory garlic flavor. read more

Ordered Togo Curry Chicken Hotpot style, dish cane overflowing with portion and taste. Amazing dish, restaurant was bubbling inside with locals happy to be enjoying some amazing Cantonese Chinese Food. AAAPLUS read more

Tasty Kitchen - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

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The egg flower soup at Tasty Kitchen Davis has been one of my all time favorite dishes for six years now. The batch I ordered today was so good that I figured I should leave a review. This soup comforts me like no other. I get it on a nearly biweekly basis. The fresh heirloom tomatoes and snap peas are always so tender, and the broth is never too salty, but still flavorful and nourishing. The egg is always the perfect texture. I cannot say enough about this soup. I get it when I'm sick, when I'm tired, when I just need to a pick-me-up, and it works every time. Matter of fact I'm going to go back and get it again tomorrow. Thank you Tasty Kitchen chefs and staff! read more

Had to post about the food at the Tasty Kitchen restaurant in Davis, CA. We go there about once a month due to driving distance but it's so worth it. Just visiting for the Lunar Holiday and once again the service and food were great! The staff was helpful and gave great service as well. Nice place to visit with the family for holidays and events. Have and will continue to recommend this restaurant! read more

The restaurant has a slightly outdated appearance, but the food is excellent and delicious. The prices are quite reasonable. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

How this place has anything other than 5 star is wild. This is definitely the best Chinese food in the area. We drive out about twice a month from Napa just for this food. I understand sometimes it's too spicy or too authentic for some people. Restaurant is also really clean and well take care of. Staff has always been welcoming to us. read more

They do not do a full dim sum service or offer swim in the tank fresh seafood but is otherwise a solid Cantonese restaurant with some popular Chinese American dishes on the menu. I like the clay pots which are heavier, stewed dishes with lots of gravy great with steamed rice. The interior is clean but can use a refresh soon. Service is quick, efficient without much charm. Parking is easy in the large adjacent North F street lot. read more

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Eons ago this place was the Silver Dragon that we go to a lot. Now it is Tasty Kitchen and my first time trying this place. As soon as you walk in they sit you right away and give you hot tea. No extra cost for the tea. They take your order right away and the food comes out fast. Not a long wait. For my first visit, ordered the Salty Fish Chicken Fried Rice and half order of the Hand Shredded Chicken with Jellyfish, seventh in my chicken series trying different chicken dishes from different places. The hand shredded chicken is a cold dish but full of flavor and for me is the perfect accompaniment to the fried rice. I will definitely order the chicken dish again next time with family. The portions are generous that I had to take some home. The place is bright with glass windows throughout the restaurant. The service is great with them packing the leftovers for you. They have a lot in their menu including lunch specials so you can explore different dishes if you like trying new stuff. I will come back and bring family. Thank you. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Salty fish chicken fried rice - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

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Fire! Affordable and authentic. My parents would make the drive all the way from San Jose to eat at Tasty Kitchen. Service is always fast and the people working are sweet. The food has great flavors and is overall very yummy. Good sit down to just chit chat , catch up and eat good food. My favorites: Stonepot Tofu and Fish and the Fried Rice and Peking Duck. read more

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Solid homestyle Cantonese spot. They always have seating available and orders come out fairly quickly. Braised tofu was still crunchy. Didn't come with too many mushrooms but had a lot of bok choy that, especially for davis, we're surprisingly young. The Szechuan chicken is not spicy but a little tingly, on par for what you expect. Sweet veggies and good sauce. Each dish was close to $15 excluding tax and tip and is definitely worth it. read more

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Very good Chinese food. Under new management the service is much better, clean and they have changed the chairs. Also the quality of pork they used much better than the regular one other restaurants had been used. read more

Was in Davis for a conference and we were looking for a sit down place with lots of options for a group of 4. I'd say this delivered for sure. Quickly greeted and seated, recommendations provided, customizations allowed, and the food came out super quickly. We ordered a ton of things - creamy chicken corn soup (too goopy for me), mongolian beef, bok choy w/ garlic, green beans w/o pork, veggie fried rice (meh), and the chicken chow fun. The beef, noodles, and green beans were definitely the stars. If I'm even in the area again, I'd for sure come back. read more

Tasty Kitchen - green beans, mongolian beef, bok choy - A dining table features several Chinese dishes: a sizzling plate of stir-fried beef with vegetables, bowls of steamed rice, and a plate of cooked bok choy. The table also has utensils, napkins, and condiments, with people seated around it, indicating a shared meal in a restaurant environment. - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

my fav spot for chinese comfort food in davis! huge portions of incredible dishes with good service :) interior was clean and bright and def a recommend from me :) love love love the tofu seafood claypot! read more

Tasty Kitchen - Spicy Seafood with Tofu in Clay Pot - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

Tried this place for the first time for a friend's birthday celebration. We ordered a plethora of food: jellyfish appetizer, lemon chicken, house special chicken in clay pot, honey sauce ribs, dried scallop egg white fried rice, tomato beef chow fun, Japanese style ribeye, and orange chicken. The food was great. All of the dishes we ordered were coated generously with sauce and all the meat dishes were tender. A wonderful burst of flavors in my mouth. My personal favorites were the Tomato Beef Chow Mein and Honey Sauce Ribs. Service was also great; all the food came out fairly quick and the waiter packed all the leftover food in to go boxes for us. For the amount of food we ordered and the portions we got for each dish, I'd say we definitely got our money's worth. Verdict: I would totally come back here. Tasty food, good portions, decent prices. Their menu is extensive so there's always something new to try! read more

Tasty Kitchen - Honey Sauce Ribs, Lemon Chicken, Orange Chicken, Sauteed Ribeye Steak with Japanese Style, Jelly Fish - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

Food is pretty tasty I like their salt and pepper shrimp very crunchy . price is right. Will for sure come back

I graduated from UC Davis this past year and since coming home I wish I could go back and have one more plate of Chicken Chow Mein. My husband and I ate here once a week and it was the best food we have both ever eaten. I took all of my friends here because the food was THAT reliably good. I will miss you Tasty Kitchen and I hope the food never changes! read more

I was pleasantly surprised to discover this place today! Great prices for delicious Cantonese food. I'll definitely be coming back soon. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Beef Chow Fun - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

Very slow service - we had soup and chow mein as well as Empress chicken. Not much flavor in any of the dishes. Was disappointed.

We would highly recommend. We generally skip the lunch menu and order from the main. The food is wonderful, the service is excellent. We go there at least once a week and enjoy the leftovers afterwards! read more

This place is actually 5 stars. Try the green bean with pork, the sizzling beef with mushrooms, generals chicken, salt and pepper tofu. Good value for what u get. Great for togo and great for eating there. Staff nice read more

I've forgotten how much I love Chinese food until I had these dishes last night! The staff there are great and on top of it. Once seated, you'll be offered tea. If you check in on Yelp, you can get a complimentary iced lemon tea. It was a tad on the sweeter side but still good. All the dishes I ordered were deliciously satisfying. They all go well with rice, and you kind of need to enjoy them with rice since they're so flavorful. If I have to choose a must-try dish, it would be the green beans. Even though it was too salty for me, the XO sauce is too good to pass up. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Sauteed Green Bean with Minced Pork and Sizzling Ribeye Steak Cubes with Honey - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

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Tasty kitchen is a solid 4.5 star. But due to the scarcity of food in Davis, I opted to bump it to 5. This place is usually popping. Came here on a Tuesday for dinner, and it was semi-busy. The indoor ambiance and service were fine. The food was what really hit the spot. The price seems steeped at first, but the portions were generous. Combined with the leftovers, we probably had our moneys worth. The quality of the food was great too. The clay pot really hit the spot for me - even though it wasn't in a "clay" pot. The green beans were phenomenal - get it. Lastly, the sizzling beef dish was good too. Though I have to say, what's up with Davis and adding honey into food? Definitely coming back in the future, and when I have family visiting Davis. read more

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Tasty Kitchen beyond exceeded my expectations. The meal started out with really wonderful complimentary tea and just got better from there. The waiter was fast and kind, and the work staff really gave off a family-vibe. The inside just felt homey. We got the Mu Shu Shrimp, and the Braised Tofu with Vegetables and Black Mushroom, both of which were delicious. Overall a really solid Chinese food restaurant, and a truly enjoyable time with a wonderful meal, at a reasonable price. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a good Chinese food place in the Davis area. read more

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I remember visiting this old location back when it was Silver Dragon (RIP) but today was surprisingly my first trip to Tasty Kitchen after all these years. I arrived around 1 PM on a Saturday and found just a few other people inside. The restaurant was much cooler than outside's 100+ degree weather. Upon entering, I noticed a few staff members near the front of the restaurant, and one immediately greeted me. I asked for a table for one and he gave me a window seat near the front. I had looked at the menu online before but was pleasantly surprised to learn they have a lunch special menu available on the weekends - something a lot of Chinese restaurants don't offer and something I didn't see online. Considering this offered diverse and affordable options, I opted to go with the General Chicken lunch special, a side of egg rolls, and a Diet Coke to drink. The server came back within a few moments, took my order, and promptly brought back a Diet Coke with a straw. They also brought a kettle of tea while I was perusing the menu. I definitely appreciated the gesture, but with the hot weather, I didn't have more than a few sips of the hot tea. The food came out quickly and was piping hot. In usual style, I ate immediately and got a few extra hot bites in before I let it cool. That's how you know it's fresh! The egg rolls came as a set of four egg rolls, which were on the smaller side, and included a side of sweet chili sauce. They were fine but nothing too exciting - just an easy appetizer. I would try another appetizer next time, but what these had going for them were that they were the cheapest appetizer on the menu. Onto the lunch special! The menu didn't note what came with the special, but it was the entree + an order of white rice. There's nothing wrong with white rice but it would be nice if it was mentioned and there were perhaps options to upgrade to fried rice or chow mein. That said, the portions were plentiful and I definitely appreciated that for the price (only $9.50 - such a deal!) The General Chicken was tasty. Like the egg rolls, piping hot, so I needed to wait a bit to eat. It was extra saucy, which is always welcome, though I found it to be a little less on the spicy side and maybe sweeter than other iterations I've had. Not bad at all, though! I think General Chicken is one of those dishes that's up to the interpretation of the chef, too, so I think it's nice to get a little variety. I ate about half of entree and all of the egg rolls, and figured I could save the other half for later. One of the best employees noticed me and brought over a bill while another stopped over with a box. He scooped my meal into the box, closed it, and bagged it for me! Not used to that, but I have to commend the service here. While that was going on, another employee took my check and rang me up. Super fast and efficient service! It was a good visit and one to definitely consider for affordability - especially on weekends when places don't often have lunch specials. If you're looking for a spot that is affordable, quick, and not very busy, I definitely recommend Tasty Kitchen! read more

Tasty Kitchen - General Chicken Lunch Special and Egg Rolls - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

We were seated and had to wait a while for someone to come and take our order. After placing our order, we waited 30+ mins for our food. We only ordered 3 things and there weren't that many people there. 2 people came after us and got their food before us. I kept seeing the employees bring out take out orders or just stood around. My bf went up to ask about our order and one of the employees had an attitude. He brought out our soup and didn't say anything else. Slowly our items came out one by one. Bbq pork over white rice - my bf's favorite. He said it was just as good as he remembered it when we ate here as students Hot and sour soup - a bit too sour for my liking. Tastes different from your typical hot and sour soup Yee fu noodles with leek - way too much sesame oil and tasted very greasy. Felt a little sick after eating a plate of the noodles. Food is okay but the customer service and wait time needs improvement. Also, Yelp check in for lemon iced tea is no longer accepted. Parking can be scarce when it is busy since it is downtown Davis but there were many open spots on a Saturday afternoon. read more

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Love this place. The food is really good. I think best Chinese food in Davis. I grew up with this type of food and can't believe I've lived here for so many years and never tried it. Egg plant w cod clay pot green beans w pork beef chow fun all rly good. read more

I stopped going here because the tofu clay pot had pork in it for the second time. I wouldn't recommend this place if you are vegetarian.

Highly underrated, definitely try the hot szechuan chicken and house fried rice. The service is also fast and friendly. read more

Tasty Kitchen - Hot Szechuan Chicken - A white plate contains stir-fried chicken pieces mixed with green and red chili peppers, likely a spicy Chinese dish. The plate is on a black table with a fork, a small cup of tea, a smartphone, and an empty white plate nearby. A person wearing a gray sweatshirt is partially visible in the background. - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

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the dishes were good especially the eggplant with fish fillets garlic sauce clay pot!! highly recommend!! the service was also great! and the vibes were very cozy! the thai tea however didn't really taste like thai tea and had more of a vanilla flavor, but other than that i would recommend! read more

pretty solid Chinese food in Davis. i really enjoyed the braised tofu! definitely recommend visiting this place at least once read more

Tasty Kitchen - szechuan chicken, braised tofu and mushroom - The image shows two bowls of Chinese dishes on a black table. The front bowl contains stir-fried vegetables including green bell peppers, onions, and carrots with pieces of chicken in a sauce. The back bowl has braised tofu, mushrooms, and vegetables such as onions and possibly bok choy. A person is holding a plate of white rice with chopsticks nearby. The setting appears to be a casual dining environment. - Cantonese Near Me - Davis, California

Even after 4 years, I love knowing that I can come back and still order my favorite dishes from here. Food - sizzling steak cubes in honey: tastes just as great as it did 4 years ago! Comes on a sizzling stone plate, and the flavor is really packed into each bite. One maaaaajor grievance is that there was SO much fat; like some pieces were all fat and no meat that i felt like I ordered sizzling fat cubes with honey. (4/5) - hot and sour soup: I haven't had hot and sour soup this good since I was like 12!! I loved how thick the soup was, how genuinely hot it was, how genuinely sour it was, and how it wasn't mostly bamboo. Good portions of silken tofu (the best kind of tofu!!), the black mushroom(?), and thinly sliced bamboo. Great portion size for ~$10 (5/5) - shrimp chow fun (wet): alright ... so ... yes, I read the menu, and yes, I saw that it said there's two types: wet and dry. No, I didn't clarify that I wanted the dry chow fun because I wrongly assumed it would come dry. [insert noises of sadness here.] The chow fun noodle was okay, but the sauce was like thick egg flower soup dumped on some dry chow fun noodles. Bland, definitely not what I expected. Ate with the beef cubes, felt a little better. (NA/5 because that was my fault, so how can you rate something that you're just too uncultured to enjoy?) Overall, still love this place, but I'll probably stick to ordering not-wet chow fun from now on! read more

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Average food and service. The dishes were salty in general. Dishes ordered: - Hong Kong Style Milk Tea (Iced only. they don't have this in Hot): Avg tea taste. Too much sugar. - Salty Spicy Squid: Taste was good. The batter was a bit too much. - Fujian Fried Rice: Taste was ok. Salty oyster sauce. - Singapore Rice Noodle: This one was GOOD. No salty. read more