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Michelin-Recommended LA Eatery: Liu's Cafe 😋

Let’s try this Michelin-recommended Taiwanese spot—Liu’s Cafe! First, we ordered their most recommended dish: Braised Pork Rice (Lu Rou Fan). It was pretty good—lean meat with almost no fat, perfect for those who prefer it that way. (But we still think Gold Leaf’s version wins for us—it has a bit of fat that makes it extra flavorful!) 🍛 Next up: the highly anticipated Chicken Rice! It was tasty, with a generous amount of savory chicken broth. 🍗 Spicy Wontons (Hong You Chao Shou)—I’d read mixed reviews but had to try them myself. Verdict? They were just okay. 😅 (Din Tai Fung’s are still unbeatable!) Hong Kong Milk Tea served in a small, cute cup—hot only. So delicious, but way too small! đŸ„€ (The iced tea came in a large takeout cup, though.) Matcha Red Bean Toast—absolutely incredible! We finished it before our main dishes even arrived. 🍞💚 (Heard their other desserts are amazing too—next time!) The tip option—so heartwarming to see a default 6% tip! đŸ„č🙏 Wishing them continued success—we’ll definitely be back! Sunday visit—there was already a long line before 11 AM, but seating was ample, so the wait wasn’t too bad. ⏳ Forgot to grab the receipt—only $40 for two people ($20 per person)! Such a steal for authentic Taiwanese flavors. 💰 Fun note: My friend mentioned there were lots of stylish people around! 😎 Payment upfront (unlike Gold Leaf, where you pay after). 🌟 Overall thoughts: Liu’s Cafe has a cozy, spacious vibe with retro decor and a playlist full of Taiwanese pop tunes (though it can get a bit noisy with chatter). The food menu is limited, but their drinks and desserts are standout—plus, the 6% default tip is a sweet touch! 🌟 Gold Leaf Taiwanese: Offers a wider variety—like my favorite Braised Intestine Noodles and their amazing Braised Pork Rice, plus other fun snacks. Downsides: the space is smaller and older, with no drinks or desserts. (If they polished things up, they might just snag a Michelin nod too!) #LosAngelesEats #BraisedPorkRice #LiusCafe #MichelinRecommended #TaiwaneseFood 🍜✹

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Michelin-Recommended LA Eatery: Liu's Cafe 😋

Let’s try this Michelin-recommended Taiwanese spot—Liu’s Cafe! First, we ordered their most recommended dish: Braised Pork Rice (Lu Rou Fan). It was pretty good—lean meat with almost no fat, perfect for those who prefer it that way. (But we still think Gold Leaf’s version wins for us—it has a bit of fat that makes it extra flavorful!) 🍛 Next up: the highly anticipated Chicken Rice! It was tasty, with a generous amount of savory chicken broth. 🍗 Spicy Wontons (Hong You Chao Shou)—I’d read mixed reviews but had to try them myself. Verdict? They were just okay. 😅 (Din Tai Fung’s are still unbeatable!) Hong Kong Milk Tea served in a small, cute cup—hot only. So delicious, but way too small! đŸ„€ (The iced tea came in a large takeout cup, though.) Matcha Red Bean Toast—absolutely incredible! We finished it before our main dishes even arrived. 🍞💚 (Heard their other desserts are amazing too—next time!) The tip option—so heartwarming to see a default 6% tip! đŸ„č🙏 Wishing them continued success—we’ll definitely be back! Sunday visit—there was already a long line before 11 AM, but seating was ample, so the wait wasn’t too bad. ⏳ Forgot to grab the receipt—only $40 for two people ($20 per person)! Such a steal for authentic Taiwanese flavors. 💰 Fun note: My friend mentioned there were lots of stylish people around! 😎 Payment upfront (unlike Gold Leaf, where you pay after). 🌟 Overall thoughts: Liu’s Cafe has a cozy, spacious vibe with retro decor and a playlist full of Taiwanese pop tunes (though it can get a bit noisy with chatter). The food menu is limited, but their drinks and desserts are standout—plus, the 6% default tip is a sweet touch! 🌟 Gold Leaf Taiwanese: Offers a wider variety—like my favorite Braised Intestine Noodles and their amazing Braised Pork Rice, plus other fun snacks. Downsides: the space is smaller and older, with no drinks or desserts. (If they polished things up, they might just snag a Michelin nod too!) #LosAngelesEats #BraisedPorkRice #LiusCafe #MichelinRecommended #TaiwaneseFood 🍜✹

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