Anba Chinese Restaurant | Old Place Asian Legend

Ann Arbor Chinese Restaurant Finds: Mandatory 18% Tip + Standout Dishes (Spicy & Savory!) 🍜 If you’re craving Chinese food in Ann Arbor, here’s a heads-up first: Most spots here add an 18% mandatory tip—good to know so you’re not caught off guard! We tried a few dishes, and while some had unique twists, there were definite standouts. Here’s the breakdown of what we ate 🥢 🍲 Three-Cup Chicken (Sān Bēi Jī) – Basil & Sauce = Rice-Lover’s Dream This dish was a winner! The basil aroma hits you first—fresh, fragrant, and perfectly balanced with the chicken. The sauce is the star: rich, slightly savory-sweet, and ideal for soaking into a bowl of rice. Every bite felt comforting, and we found ourselves scraping the plate to get every last drop of sauce. Total crowd-pleaser. 🍛 Braised Pork Rice (Lǔ Ròu Fàn) – A Unique Ground Beef Twist If you’re used to traditional braised pork rice (with chunks of fatty pork), this one’s a little different—it uses ground beef instead. It’s still tasty: the beef is tender, seasoned well, and coats the rice nicely. But if you’re craving that classic “melting pork” texture, you might notice the difference. Still a solid choice for a quick, filling bite—just adjust your expectations for the meat texture! 🍲 Spicy Beef Duo (Là Wèi Niú Shuāng Bǎo) – Bold Heat for Spice Lovers The owner recommended this, and it’s easy to see why it’s popular: it’s packed with flavor! Tender beef brisket, chewy beef tripe, and soft radishes slow-cooked together—each ingredient soaks up the savory-spicy broth. The tripe was my favorite—tender with a nice chew. Fair warning, though: it’s spicy! If you’re not great with heat, ask if they can tone it down—otherwise, have a glass of water handy. #AnnArborChineseFood #AnnArborFood #AnnArborFoodHunt #ChineseFoodLovers #StudentEats #AnnArborLife