Boston's most happy home-cooked stir-fry
đł Little Tao: Bostonâs Cozy Chinese SpotâFreshly Stir-Fried Home Cooking That Hits the Spot Stumbled upon this place after work, craving something warm and homemadeâand hit the jackpot. No pre-made dishes here: you can hear the wok fire crackling and spatulas clanging in the kitchen, a sure sign of fresh, made-to-order meals. Itâs the kind of spot that feels like a friendâs kitchen, with hearty, honest flavors that stick to your ribs. đ The Dishes That Shone Stir-Fried Pork with Chili Peppers: đśď¸ The ultimate rice thief. Mild green chilies (no burn, just freshness) stir-fried with pork, tossed in fermented black beans and chili. The meat is tender, the wok hei (wok char) adds smoky depth, and every bite screams âhome-cooked.â I couldnât stop scooping it over rice. Crab Roe & Shrimp Tofu: đŚ Silky soft tofu mixed with plump shrimp (marinated in Shaoxing wine, so no fishiness) and rich crab roe. Itâs creamy, delicate, and surprisingly complexâeach spoonful is smooth, briny, and slightly sweet. Perfect for anyone who loves subtle, comforting flavors. Tomato & Beef Soup: đ A bright, tangy winner. The tomato broth simmers until rich and red, with just the right balance of sweet and sour. Thinly sliced beef is cooked just until tender, soaking up the broth. Itâs warming, addictive, and dangerous with riceâI polished off three bowls without thinking. Taiwanese Chicken Roll & Sausage Platter: đ˘ A Taiwanese friend vouched for its authenticity, and I see why. The chicken roll is crispy on the outside (wrapped in bean curd skin), with a savory mix of pork, fish paste, and veggies inside. The sausage is sweet, meaty, and full of that classic Taiwanese flavorâchewy, flavorful, and perfect with rice. ⨠Why It Works Freshness: No shortcutsâyou taste the difference in every stir-fry. The wok-cooked dishes have that âjust-madeâ warmth, and ingredients feel high-quality (no rubbery meat or mushy veggies here). Vibe: Casual, no-fuss, with a focus on feeding you well. Itâs the kind of spot youâll return to after work, when you want something satisfying but not fussy. Little Tao isnât about flashy recipes or trendy flavorsâitâs about good, honest cooking. If youâre tired of pre-made meals and crave the comfort of a home-cooked Chinese dinner, this is your spot. đ Little Tao 1153 Commonwealth Ave, Boston, MA 02134 #BostonChinese #HomeCooking #FreshStirFry