"As tempting as it is to instantly finish a plate of Minyoli’s popcorn chicken, don't. Each bite of this Taiwanese spot’s chicken—an attention-grabbing trifecta of salty, sweet, and surprisingly tart from sour plum powder—necessitates a few seconds of flavor meditation. Larger dishes like braised beef are equally tasty, and though beef soups and jajangmian with housemade noodles are subtle, the house chili oil gives them a garlicky zip. Minyoli’s bright dining room is very minimalist, but that’s fine—you’re not here to pensively stare at artwork. You’re here to join the neighborhood families and friends in experiencing popcorn chicken bliss." - sam faye, adrian kane, john ringor