Country Bumpkin's Halifax Food Diary

I’ve been to Halifax like 5,678 times at this point, so here’s my rundown of the Chinese restaurants I’ve tried in the city so far: 📍 Szechuan Restaurant My undisputed favorite - every dish impresses. Must-tries: • Hand-Torn Cabbage (perfect wok hei) • Maoxuewang (the best in town) • Garlic Pork Belly (sliced paper-thin) • Braised Pig Trotters (fall-off-the-bone tender) Pro tip: Order with confidence - I've never had a bad meal here. 🍲 Modern Orchid (4/5) - Consistently Great Despite rumors about inconsistency, my two visits were excellent. Standout service makes it a reliable choice. 🍗 Big Radish Fried Chicken (4/5) - Crispy Perfection My regular order: 20 wings (yes, really). Consistently crispy with juicy meat - the benchmark for Halifax fried chicken. 🥢 The Jade Restaurant (3.5/5) - Solid Dim Sum Go-to orders: • Durian Pastry (flaky, aromatic) • Salt & Pepper Squid (perfectly seasoned) Nothing extraordinary, but consistently decent. 🦆 Peking Duck King (4/5) - Almost There Highlights: • Comprehensive duck experience (try the salt & pepper bones) • Excellent stir-fried beef But... the duck itself lacks that wow factor, and the hoisin sauce needs work. 🍜 9+9 (2.5/5) - Hit or Miss Some menu misses (undercooked beans, odd clam seasoning), but locals say the real gems are off-menu. Needs more exploration. 🍛 Phoenix Asian Cuisine (2.5/5) - Forgettable Only the sesame chicken stood out (though presentation needs work). Other dishes didn't make an impression. 🍧 Sweet Hereafter Desserts (4/5) - Sweet Relief Best for: • Mango Pomelo Sago (refreshing) • Fruit Tea (well-balanced) Just wish they'd speed up service. ⚠️ Little Fat Cow (3/5) - Declining Quality Strong first impression faded fast. Too inconsistent to recommend now. #HalifaxEats #ChineseFoodGuide #MaritimeDining #FoodieFinds