A-Pou's Taste

"A-Pou’s Taste is a small Taiwanese cafe that has the feel of a well-worn neighborhood spot. It opened in 2017 serving top-notch dumplings — pork and pumpkin are best — in the afternoon and fan tuan and egg sandwiches in the morning." - Eater Staff

"This Taiwanese restaurant run by Doris Yao is a cherished hangout in its East Williamsburg. Dash in for a cup of coffee or bowl of wonton soup, or stay for more specifically Taiwanese dishes like three-cup chicken; spoon on the chile oil! Don’t forget to order the  lou rou." - Robert Sietsema

"A-Pou’s feels like stepping into a casual roadside inn along the coast of Taiwan, with a fridge half-full of Taiwanese drinks, a TV playing Taiwanese singer Teresa Teng on repeat, and a charming proprietor who sometimes doubles as the chef.  A-Pou’s Taste is rustic, down-home Taiwanese cooking, with dumplings, noodles, and three-cups chicken at the heart of a take-out friendly menu. The dishes are highly idiosyncratic; one gets the feeling that they are all borne of the owner’s personal recipes and preferences. The lou rou (braised pork) rice is particularly notable for the generously chunky, tender cuts of belly." - John Tsung, Eater Staff

"What started as a popular food cart in the East Village 10 years ago is now a nondescript, to-the-point Taiwanese spot known for its amazing value and generous service. Regulars are fiercely protective of this restaurant's owner, affectionately known as A-pou (granny), who’ll give you the same attention and care she gives her signature potstickers. The handmade potstickers are juicy without being greasy, and the best special in the house involves 10 of them lined up over thin lo mein noodles. You can also get generous portions of Taiwanese standards—like braised pork over rice—as well as some $6 lunch specials. " - team infatuation

"A night of heavy drinking not only depletes your soul and serotonin, but also depletes your bank account. When you wake up to see the damage in the sober light of day, skip brunch and visit Taiwanese spot A-Pou’s Taste for excellent potstickers and amazing value. The handmade potstickers are juicy without being greasy, and the best dish in the house involves 10 of them lined up over thin lo mein noodles." - neha talreja