Boston Chinatown 🥧 Morning tea snacks-Great Taste

🥟 Great Taste Bakery & Restaurant: Chinatown’s Tiny Dim Sum Gem (No Frills, All Flavor) Tucked into a cramped Beach Street spot, this no-nonsense Chinatown joint proves you don’t need fancy carts or sprawling dining rooms to serve incredible dim sum. Fast, affordable, and consistently delicious, it’s a must-visit for anyone craving Cantonese classics. 🌟 Must-Order Dim Sum (No Skips Here) Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings) 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 • Translucent, delicate wrappers that practically melt in your mouth • Plump with fresh shrimp (no filler!)—sweet and tender with a hint of ginger • Pro move: Ask for chili oil + soy-vinegar dip (spice lovers, you’re welcome) Steamed Taro & Spareribs 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ・Silky taro that’s (sandy-textured) and falls apart with a fork • Ribs are marinated in soy and garlic—juicy, not dry, with a subtle umami kick • The taro soaks up the rib sauce—every bite is a flavor combo win Fried Tofu Skin (Chicken Feet) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 ・Crispy, (tiger-skin) exterior with tender meat underneath • Braised in a sweet-savory sauce—fall-off-the-bone tender (haters, give it a try!) 💡 Unique & Underrated Picks Youtiao Cheung Fun (Rice Noodles with Fried Dough) 🌟🌟🌟🌟 • A twist on classic cheung fun: soft rice rolls wrapped around crispy youtiao (Chinese donut) • Textural magic—creamy noodles + crunchy dough, with a drizzle of hoisin sauce Century Egg & Pork Congee 🌟🌟🌟 • Smooth, comforting porridge with large chunks of pork and century egg • Not too salty—perfect for soaking up spicy dips from other dishes 🧁 Bonus: Bakery Next Door Grab post-dim-sum treats: egg tarts, pineapple buns, and lotus seed pastries Seasonal specials shine: Mid-Autumn mooncakes and Dragon Boat Festival zongzi (sticky rice dumplings) are fan favorites 📍 Practical Details (Chinatown Survival Guide) Vibe: • Tiny, bustling space with tight tables—no frills, just fast service • Lines move quick—wait 5–10 mins max (worth it for hot dim sum) Parking: • Chinatown garages at 28 Beach St ($10 for 1 hour) • Street parking is chaos—take the T (Orange Line to Chinatown) Price: • $15–$20/person (fill up on 4–5 dishes)—unbeatable for dim sum quality Pro Tip: • Go early (9–10 AM) to avoid crowds—they sell out of har gow by noon on weekends 🌟 Final Verdict: 4.5/5 (Chinatown’s Dim Sum MVP) Forget the fancy, cart-service spots—this tiny joint serves the best har gow and taro ribs in Boston. It’s cramped, loud, and perfect. For authentic, affordable dim sum that tastes like home, Great Taste is non-negotiable. 🥢 #BostonDimSum #ChinatownEats #CantoneseFood #DimSumLovers #BostonHiddenGems