A-Pou's Taste
Taiwanese restaurant · Williamsburg ·
Authentic Taiwanese spot with braised pork, beef noodle soup, and dumplings
Authentic Taiwanese spot with braised pork, beef noodle soup, and dumplings
"A lot of people do takeout from this East Williamsburg Taiwanese spot, but the best way to eat here is to take a seat. That way, you'll interact with A-Pou, the owner, host, and occasional dumpling folder, who will bring you a meal of fatty braised pork and crispy-bottomed dumplings, all served on the tops of takeout trays. We also love her $11 beef noodle soup with chewy, wide noodles. Whichever route you go, make good use of the homemade chili oil. 5 Piece Potstickers, $4.50 and Braised Pork Over Rice, $7.99" - will hartman, willa moore, molly fitzpatrick, sonal shah, bryan kim
"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
"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
"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
"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
