Wenwen is a Taiwanese fusion place known for their BDSM chicken, where they only serve a very limited amounts of the dish each day. They open at 5 pm for dinner and I came to wait at 4:50 pm. I was able to walk-in right away and get seated. SM in the chicken dish stands for soy milk and it was definitely something I was able to taste. The portion size was pretty decent but I did had two issues with the dish. The dish was more of a Sichuan/Mala type of seasoning rather than something you expect to see from Taiwanese fried chicken. I did wish they use that kind of seasoning instead. With such a big portion of chicken, I also wish they had more of a variety of dark and white meat, as I had mostly white. I also ordered their minced pork over rice and their beef noodle soups - two classic Taiwanese dishes. I actually ended up enjoying Wenwen's take on the two dishes more than the chicken! They were also known for their fried Tangyuan desserts and that was something I enjoyed as well! read more

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Underwhelming, considering such hype on social media. Make reservations--the space is tiny, and fills up quickly for peak dinner times. Not good for parties larger than 4. The tables are crammed together very closely, so this is not a place for intimate conversations. Noise level is looooud, especially on the main floor. If you want a bit more quiet, ask to be seated in the basement area, which feels isolated, but at least your ears will thank you. Food was okay. Nothing stood out to us and we tried over ten menu items. Most dishes are spicy, so clarify how much spice you can handle, because I burned my mouth on practically every dish we got. Taiwanese Pork Jowl was the best dish out of everything we ordered--this I would get again. Recommend. Handmade Chili Oil Wontons were just okay. Sacha Hot Honey Popcorn Chicken was too spicy and the breading was hard as a rock. Too much breading, too little chicken. Pickled Cucumber Salad was a let down. Skip. Peashoots w/ Tofu Skin was dissapointing and watered down. No taste. FenZheng Pork--Spare Ribs, Kabocha Squash, Tianmianjiang was the worst dish we've ever had at a restaurant. Tasted like bland baby food. So horrible. Steamed squash and congealed, bland broilled ribs with pieces of cartillege--inedible. How can a dish be so repulsive? Drinks were a disappointing--The Shyboy tasted like rocket fuel--wooow, what a rough drink. Soyprise Punch tasted too sour and too sweet and too weak simultaneously. Skip those two drinks. read more

Sister restaurant to the lively 886 in Saint Marks, Wenwen in Greenpoint offers up comfort Taiwanese food with a variety of small bites, rice and noodle dishes, and specialty dishes. Service was good, and pretty quick. One of their specialty dishes that I've heard so much about is their BDSM chicken: their Brinded, De-boned, and Soy-Milk battered yellow fat chicken. As they only have limited quantity each day, I was surprised that they had it when I came in at 6:30p on a Monday. I paired it with their cucumber salad and some rice,and it was great! The chicken was crispy yet still juicy and the seasoning was delicious. Loved the sauteed greens and beansprouts that they added to the dish, and I thought that it was very well-rounded. Would love to come back to try some of their other popular dishes, such as their popcorn chicken, beef noodle soup, or tangyuan. read more

Wenwen - BDSM Chicken - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Walked on a Wednesday night at 8pm and was seated about 10 mins later. Service was good and the ambience was nice. The bathroom had a disco ball and some very hip Asian music. The food: Sacha Hot Honey Popcorn chicken - great appetizer and was fried well and very juicy chicken. Beef noodle soup - the beef was super tender and delicious and the noodles were good. The soup was very savory. Cold sesame noodles - yummy dish as well. Very refreshing and it pair well with the popcorn chicken Fried Tangyuan w/ Ice cream - delicious and packed with flavor. I laughed a bit because it tasted like a drumstick ice cream cone . The peanuts and sesame really gave me that feel but the tangyuan was a great dessert. Pretty pricey tho Would come back for their chicken sandwich! read more

Wenwen - Beef Noodle Soup - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Beef noodle soup is delicious! I was surprised that it was brought out very quickly after I ordered. The broth is hot and flavorful, and after devouring the beef and noodles, I drank it all up! The beef was very tender and fell apart. The noodles were delicious and made me think of ramen. I sat at the bar, and the gal who was bartending was also my waitress, and she took my order and was awesome! Not the best beef noodle soup I've ever had (I'm Taiwanese, my standards are high), but it hit the spot on a cold drizzly December night. read more

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Very chill and casual spot. food was solid and had a good time chatting and sharing everything with friends. would def recommend with a group of at least 3-4 so you can do family style. decor was nice and subtle and they have taiwnese beer. good flavors and good vibes. read more

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Came here on a sunday night at 6:30 PM and didn't have to wait to get seated. I liked the lighting and asian decorations inside. Favorite dish was the peashoots and tofu skin! It just had such a unique flavor. The beef and chicken were both cooked super tender, and the msg and black pepper flavors were very strong. It seemed a little pricey for the portion sizes at first, but the dishes were very filling! read more

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Was very excited for this place and didn't expect the portions to be this huge, definitely better to come with a bigger group. Overall food was pretty good and would recommend everything I ordered. I would come back to get the BDSM chicken sandwich for brunch. read more

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Came here during a snowstorm because I was so confident in loving it! However, the BDSM Chicken Sandwich + Tater Tots was unfortunately overpriced and underwhelming. To be fair, the food isn't bad at all. The chicken is fried well, crispy on the outside while tender inside. The tater tots are also crunchy like a tater tot should be. But for $24 price tag, there's nothing special here at all. The chicken sandwich itself is very small (literally about the size of my palm). It has a savory popcorn-chicken style seasoning, but it's not bold enough at all. It also has "spicy sauce" on it but it pretty much tastes like Kewpie and is not spicy in the slightest. Worst part is that the rest of the plate (about 2/3 of it!) is just plain tater tots with regular ketchup. There was no seasoning, no special sauce, no twist; just standard tots. Overall, it's fine food, it's just not worth the price nor trekking out during a snowstorm for (though the latter point may just be me). At that price point, I expected something more filling, flavorful, or memorable. Service was knowledgeable and friendly and they played nice old school Chinese songs. It was also nice and homey inside, though the tables were packed closely together so you can eavesdrop on your neighbors if you're bored. read more

Wenwen - Bdsm chicken sandwich with tater tots - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place has been on my to-go list 5ever and im happy to have come on a friday night with a friend. We sat by the bar and it was chill. Love the vibe in there. Very cozy for a cold night. Friendly service as well. We ordered hot sesame noodles and it was good! Very light hint of pb. The popcorn chicken were huge! Not no tiny pieces. The mocktails we got were also tasty! As for the tongyuan omg it was my fave! The were pan fried maybe? But the crisp on it then with ice cream was delicious! Just be sure to eat it in one bite or itll get all over you. Don't make my mistake! Overall id come back even though it is a bit pricy but i get it. Its ny. Lol read more

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I was surprisingly impressed with Wenwen as it far exceeded my expectations! You can tell the food here is carefully and lovingly curated. Not sloppily and speedily put together, nor mass produced like a factory line. For context, I have roots from Hong Kong, and frequently return back to the motherland; I visit all the Chinatowns of NYC, from Manhattan to Brooklyn/Flushing to eat authentic Chinese food. Safe to say, Wenwen feels like cleaner Chinese food - specifically Taiwanese food. Food here is not too salty or oily like I've had at other places. This being said, I've eaten food at Shanghai You Garden, Nan Xiang, Din Tai Fung, New World Mall Food Court, Noode Village, 1915 Lanzhou Noodles, etc... and they were delicious, but sometimes some of these places felt like they were being mass produced at fast speeds or food was sloppily put together - no love and care behind each individual dish if that makes sense. The main stars of the show include the popcorn chicken, sesame noodles, Lo ba bang, and beef noodle soup. Definitely going to come back again! read more

I was so excited to finally taste Wen Wen's beef noodle soup. Despite the day being relatively warm and walking 30,000 steps, the soup hit the perfect spot. The broth was rich, the beef was tenderrrr, and the noodles were cooked to perfection. Their fried tofu dish had this sour, somewhat off putting but at the same time appealing taste. Every bite had me addicted and confused at what I was eating, but I had no issues finishing the dish. The last thing I ordered was one of their cold salads with pickled cucumbers, carrots, and more. I could pass on this, but I think my friends appreciated it for what it was. Next stop: their chicken dish read more

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Visited for a dinner date on Sunday night. We made a reservation for a table but chose to sit at the bar because we enjoy having more table space. Everything is reasonably priced and tasty overall. We got the popcorn chicken, fried tofu, beef soup noodle and a Taiwan beer to share. Plus dessert. The popcorn chicken felt a bit overcooked but besides that the flavor was good. It was little sweet for my liking. I prefer tiny pieces that I eat with skewers, but still good! The tofu for me was delicious but if you're not a fan of fermented veggies it might not be for you. The hot sauce with it is numbing but I really enjoyed it. The texture was perfect and stuffing the veggies it it with sauce is yummy. The beef soup noodles is a 10/10! Generous portions of beef and delicious broth. Would come back again for this! Tasted just like how my mom makes it and the meat is just braised perfectly. Light yet savory and flavorful. We also really enjoyed the dessert! We had a funny disagreement where my bf was determined the leaves on the dessert was shiso. I told him no, the only thing I can be is cilantro since in Taiwan we eat cilantro with ice cream and peanuts. lol he obviously was wrong. But we both really enjoyed this dessert, and you will too if you like sesame or peanuts. Definitely coming back to get the beef noodle and trying more side dishes plus cocktails! read more

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Always a delight. Their handpulled noodles and their beef dishes are delightful. Loved the dessert too, as well as the ambience and sweet staff. Highly rec. read more

Great spot for a casual lunch with yummy Taiwanese food. We started with the spicy celtuce as a cold app and shared the beef noodle soup and lou rou rice. The celtuce was a great way to start the meal with a nice amount of spice and vinegar to eat alongside the main dishes. The beef noodle soup was nice and rich. The beef was so so tender and the best part of the dish. I really enjoyed the lou rou rice as well, it's perfect mixed all together and a nice dish to share. read more

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Lo ba beng was perfect comfort food. And Sandy the bartender was great in just giving me great recommendations. Vibe was very chill. Would go back. read more

Wenwen - Lo Ba Beng - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My favorite was the popcorn chicken - the hot honey sauce paired with the crispy chicken was really yummy. I was slightly disappointed by the sesame noodles since it's just a simple cold noodle with sesame paste, cucumbers, and egg. The pork belly and cuttlefish (aka just standard hong shao rou) was very soft and fatty. I enjoyed it but also nothing special. The food was "aggressively mediocre." Honestly I probably wouldn't come back - there's much better asian food at half the price, just a few stops by subway. Go to LIC or Flushing/Chinatown instead. read more

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Everything is pretty solid Rating my fav Dan Bing Beef noodle Dong Bei salad Sacha Hot Honey Popcorn chicken Lo Ba Beng Tater Tot Dan Bling BDSM chicken sanwhich read more

Loved my dining experience here! Everything felt very intentional and the food hit home for me. Portion sizes were average, had to order more food mid-meal because we were still hungry (group of 3). My favorite dishes were the soft egg tofu, popcorn chicken, and the dessert was 11/10. Highly recommend ordering the fried sesame tangyuan with vanilla icecream! read more

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I finally made it to Wen Wen and this place lives up to the hype. Every dish was so delicious and comforting, it tasted like home. We ordered: -Sacha Hot Honey Popcorn Chicken: 5/5 so crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned with the right hit of basil. I couldn't get enough of this dish -Lo Ba Beng: 5/5 this is the BEST lo ba beng i've ever had in NYC. It was so rich and each ingredient complimented each other. -Fenzheng Pork: 5/5 the pork was melt in your mouth tender. -Beef Noodle Soup: 4/5 A delicious take on a classic dish but not my favorite out of all the other dishes. -Tangyuan dessert: 5/5 this was the perfect sweet treat to end the meal. The rice balls were chewy and nutty and the perfect amount of sweetness. Service was friendly and the vibe was laid-back but lively. I've already planned my next visit! read more

Wenwen - Lo Ba Beng - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Wenwen was a great meal - everything we had from the fried chicken to the bass was full of flavor. We had a group of 5 and the first thing I noticed was that this seems like a friendly place for a larger group as long as you have a reservation. The plates are made for sharing and it's great to be able to try a few things on the menu. Not pictured is the Water Spinach & Shrimp Paste (vga) and Shrimp Floss Lettuce Cup, which gave us 6 dishes total + dessert. Standouts for me were the bass served over the fried rice - that sauce was delicious and eating it together was the way to go. The vibe is cool and relaxed, and while our service had a few hiccups it wasn't significant, nor did it affect our experience. I think if you're local, it's absolutely worth checking out but if I was only in town for a few days, I don't know if it'd make my list. Do with that what you will :) read more

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The popcorn chicken was pretty good but was bigger chicken chunks than I expected! The Dan bing's cheese was a bit strong in flavor so it kinda overpowered everything else. The shrimp toast was quite Americanized and didn't really taste like the typical Taiwanese shrimp toast style. Wait wise, we went around 1230pm on a Sunday and there was a bit of wait but only like a couple parties! read more

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this place is amazing!!!!! The food is soooooo savory and tasty, the textures are amazing. Flavor bombs in everything so come prepared for the ride. The popcorn chicken is mind blowing, 100000% recommend. The wait isn't too long on Saturday evening, and the vibes are fun and nice but not too loud or chaotic. The deco is super fun to look at as well! read more

Wenwen - Popcorn Chicken - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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10/10 experience! Great vegetarian options (the fried tofu and dong bei salad were AMAZING!) and beautiful ambience. The service was also super fast! Definitely make a reservation because it gets pretty busy but a must-try in Greenpoint! read more

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WOW! Literally Wow. I don't even know where to start... pretty small area in a pretty boring area of Greenpoint, but A Taiwanese gem! WenWen was recommended by a friend, so I knew I had to try. Upon entering you are greeted by staff and checked-in. We had reservations, so we were seated as soon as our table was ready. We ordered a bunch of things off the menu. We started with the Popcorn chicken and pea shoots. Then the chili oil wonton, and lo ba beng. Then topped it off with the beef fat chili oil noodles. Everything was bomb! I have absolutely no complaints! My favorite dishes had to be... omgosh I can't decide everything was perfection: I highly recommend you add Wenwen to your list, you won't be disappointed! read more

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After trying 886 in 2022 and blowing my mind away, I was excited to finally try WenWen (second location from chef Eric Sze). The food was flavorful and creative--unapologetically Taiwanese with a bold, modern twist. We ordered the popcorn chicken, numbing Celtuce salad, crispy fried tofu, beef noodle soup, braised pork belly, cuttlefish dish, and the fried tangyuan ice cream for dessert. Everything had depth and great execution. That said, the service didn't quite match the food, it felt somewhat inattentive and a bit slow. The overall experience leans more upscale and suited for a sundown dinner, especially compared to the more casual, energetic vibe of 886. Personally, I prefer the atmosphere and menu at 886, but WenWen offers a refined, elevated take that's still rooted in traditional Taiwanese flavors. Worth a visit if you're looking for modern Taiwanese dining in Brooklyn. read more

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Came back for a late lunch on a Friday afternoon. Was excited about their brunch menu but sadly it looks like that is just on the weekends so we had a more limited lunch menu. We got the braised tofu, which was fine, as well as the braised pork rice, which we LOVED. Very well done! Got a couple cocktails though and both were pretty bad so maybe skip the drinks. read more

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This was one of the best meals I've had in NYC. I loved the creative fusion dishes on the brunch menu and the large array of vegetarian options. Dong Bei Salad - nice variety of vegetables contributing a variety of textures, plus a boldly flavored dressing with chili oil and lots of garlic. Crispy fried tofu - the name says it all. The sauce it comes with is also delicious. Savory soy milk - this is like a fresh soft tofu soup with chili oil, pickled veg, and fried you tiao. It's one of the relatively subtler, comforting dishes. The you tiao added a nice crunch to cut through all the soft textures, and also were like little flavor explosions as they absorbed the soup. Tater tot dan bing - nice and hearty, with crispy tater tots, eggs, and cheese. The dipping sauce is sweet, sour, and spicy. My friends also enjoyed the BDSM chicken sandwich, though I didn't try it myself. The meal came out to about $40 each, which was great for the quality and portion size. This was a great experience, and I can't recommend it enough. read more

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Wenwen in Greenpoint is a Taiwanese restaurant serving unpretentious and punchy Taiwanese dishes. Our friend rented out the alleyway downstairs for a family style meal. Our favorite dishes were the hot honey popcorn chicken, crispy pork terrine, lo ba beng, rich beef noodle soup, Lily Fleming fried rice top with pork jowl and their famous whole BDSM fried chicken (of which they only make 5 a day). We finished off with fried tangyuan with ice cream which made for a satisfying savory and sweet ending. The food was all amazing and we left absolutely stuffed to the brim. This makes for such a great group gathering spot and we'll def be back read more

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The food is pretty good and so is the service. The inside is well decorated. The drinks here were good as well. I was definitely skeptical of the cilantro and ice cream combination initially, but I was pleasantly surprised. Their take on the popcorn chicken is good as well. Would've loved to try the BDSM chicken but it was alresdy gone by dinner time. read more

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I have never been so infatuated in the spot with a dish as much as I was for the You Fan dish. The savoriness, smokiness, and texture variety within each bite makes this sticky rice dish a must-try. I meant to add uni, but I imagine it would've changed my life. Ordered the BDSM chicken as well out of greed knowing there are only 5 servings per day and was pleasantly surprised. While I do wish the meat itself is more marinated/seasoned, the juiciness and extreme tenderness makes up for it. Really loved diving into this dish full force without the worry of bones. Ultimately, I was expecting a dish with a super strong flavor profile, knowing there is limited quantity, but it seems like it is more so limited due to the prep-work. However, I asked for a side of chili oil to drizzle which helped a lot! The Dong Bei salad adds a nice mix to the table, but I don't think it is an extraordinary order. The service was phenomenal however. The worker had thorough suggestions and recommendations and was very attentive to all tables. read more

Food: 4/5 | Service: 4/5 | Experience: 4/5 My party of two was sat immediately late afternoon at the bar on a weekend. The Lo ba beng was good but it felt like just an upscaling of basic Chinese food. The bdsm chicken sandwich was my favorite as the chicken was juicy and flavorful and the tater tots were really crispy. The beef noodle soup was ok as the broth was a bit thin and the noodle a bit overcooked but the beef was tender just lacking in a bit of flavor. read more

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If you're craving authentic Taiwanese cuisine, this place is an absolute gem! Each dish is expertly crafted, bursting with fresh ingredients. The beef noodle soup is a standout --the broth is rich and deeply flavorful, with (generous) tender slices of beef that melt in your mouth. The braised pork rice is another must-try, with perfectly seasoned pork and a satisfying, comforting aroma. The service was great and the ambiance was hip! Theres 2 areas for seating -main floor ad a sub basement. The sub basement lacks cell service and a bit tight/intimate. read more

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Food 9/10 Solid Taiwanese food. 卤肉饭 was so gas and the portions were quite large too. The shrimp toast was also very unique, I liked the consistency of the shrimp inside paired with the crispy crunch of the exterior. The popcorn chicken was also quite a delight, with the right amount of seasoning that makes you want to keep on eating more. Atmosphere 9/10 Plenty of natural lighting in the restaurant, with a good number of seats. I thought the menu was super cute too. Service 9/10 Friendly! read more

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We were able to walk in on a Friday night and get seated at the counter. The inside is dimly lit, the service was attentive, and the food came out pretty quickly. We ordered the popcorn chicken, the pea shoots with tofu skin, lily flemming fried rice and added shrimp, the lettuce cup, and got the fried tan yuan dessert. My favorite item was the popcorn chicken! It was crispy on the outside with a good portion of chicken on the inside and seasoned well. Everything else was good too, but did not particularly stand out. read more

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Great service! Very refreshing, authentic, and delicious. I was shocked to find out it's the same owner as 886 in St. Marks. The restroom has such a very Minnan vibe. read more

Wenwen - Lily Flemming Fried Rice - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great vibe with tasty food, maybe overpriced but fun experience with a disco bathroom read more

Wenwen - Taiwanese Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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we walked in around 1:30pm for brunch on a snowy day and we were quickly seated at the bar. i really liked the savory soy milk with triple fried youtiao, my friend liked his lo ba beng, and we both enjoyed the tater tots with taiwan dust. overall, all of our dishes were quite tasty! i loved the music that was playing in the background - you could hear it but it wasn't overwhelmingly loud. read more

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I came back a second time because I thought the food and how chic of this place will impress my visiting friend. Menu is smaller than years ago. Most food we ordered this time were oily and salty. - Fried Tofu: it was ok 7/10 - Peashoots with tofu skin: this one is ok too 7/10 - Shrimp Floss Lettuce: too salty and no one in my group liked it 3/10 - You Fan: Some of rice were not cooked and too salty 6/10 - Huadiao Egg Tofu: too oily and salty 4/10 - Dong Bei Salad: too oily 4/10 Service was just fine; our server didn't know about their food that much and didn't suggest the better choice plus the menu is less than before so we have less choice to pick the food we might like. read more

BDSM chicken is a must. Very tender meat, crispy skin, and an amazing spicy crust that hits all the notes. Complement this with pea shoots +tofu skin , cold celtuce w numbing spice for veggies. There was a steak noodle dish special which we opted for, but wish we got something else (maybe a second chicken?? ).The steak was grilled medium rare, but quite tough and sinewy. The thick noodles were nice and chewy, but quickly congealed under the steak grease. Liked the idea, but maybe needs another iteration (or different cut of meat). Definitely finish with the tangyuan dessert - deep fried tangyuan (mochi balls) with molten black sesame paste curbed by some ice cream. Topped with peanuts and cilantro - seriously a creative twist on a traditional dessert. Apart from the steak noodles, would definitely be back to get the BDSM chicken. Honestly, if they've run out of chicken for the day, I would consider skipping until another time. read more

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