First off, this is not really a family sit down restaurant as you ordered your meal at the counter. It is better suited to take out, get togethers with friends, or date nights. We ordered 3 meals and a Bao platter. Each meal was given to us individually with the first two in 10-15min intervals. We each ate separately as a family. The last meal we were warned it would take a while to make. It ended up being a 30 min wait. A very awkward dinner together.
The portions were good, we wish there were condiments. No soya sauce or anything else to accompany the dishes.
My family enjoyed their food. I did not care much for my Udon N'Curry. It tasted very bland and the noodles gave off a bad aftertaste. I haven't had Ramen before but i have had Udon noodles. The meat did not taste fresh either. I was hoping for a bit more from Ramen.
I also hated that there wasn't any ice water though it offers complimentary tea or hot water if your thirsty.
The Bao platter was the best offering. We each enjoyed it. Particularly the Cluck off, Big Bird, and Shrimp Baos.
The last frustrating ordeal was the washroom. It was not clean. It also had no soap to wash your hands. All and all, it was a rough experience for a first timer trying this...
Read moreI recently had the pleasure of visiting Mingle, and I have to say - it was one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the colorful and inviting atmosphere. The friendly staff greeted me with a smile and were more than happy to help me navigate the menu and select the perfect bao for my tastes.
And let me tell you, the bao did not disappoint. Each bite was a perfect balance of bold flavors and textures, with just the right amount of sweetness, spice, and savoriness. I tried a few different flavors, and each one was better than the last.
But beyond the delicious food, what really made my visit to Mingle stand out was the warmth and hospitality of the staff. From the moment I walked in to the moment I left, I felt like a valued guest, not just another customer. The team at Mingle clearly puts a lot of care and attention into every aspect of the dining experience, and it shows.
Overall, I can't recommend Mingle highly enough. Whether you're a seasoned bao fan or new to the cuisine, you're sure to love the inventive flavors and welcoming atmosphere at this charming little bao store. Do yourself a favor and pay them a visit - you...
Read moreReally sad to say the food has gone down in quality and the prices doubled. When they were located on Western road, the food was fresh and flavourful and one of my favorite places to order from.
We ordered from Skip tonight but was super disappointed. I really liked their Bao dough, it was very fluffy. Now it's more flat. The ramen tastes bland compared to before and the noodles are worse than instant ramen noodles. My partner ordered the Bulgogi bowl with ramen and got a different Bulgogi bowl with different toppings that were not listed in the description of the bowl she ordered and paid for. She has Autism and the Bulgogi bowl was one of her safe foods that she knew she could eat without worry. It's hard for her to eat when the food she ordered wasn't made the same way eventhough it was listed that way on the menu.
Don't think I'll be ordering this again. Might try going to the restaurant to see if it makes a difference in person, but I wouldn't choose to spend a lot of money on food that is really...
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