小亮菜馆

Flipping through the menu at this restaurant gives it a homey feel. Besides the signature fish that every table orders, you can even find classic dishes like braised pork knuckle and crispy pork. The stir-fried liver tips were cooked to perfection, tender and smooth with a hint of wok hei (wok aroma), and with the warm yellow light by the window, you can relax completely.

The owner of this restaurant is incredibly welcoming; she greets you and invites you to sit down as soon as you walk in, making you feel like you're eating at a relative's house. The dishes have a home-style flavor, but there's a little trick: their braised pork belly takes about 20 minutes to prepare after ordering, as it's all cooked to order. I recommend ordering it as soon as you sit down, otherwise, the aroma from the next table while waiting can be unbearable.

This restaurant's spicy fish hot pot is absolutely amazing! Every table orders it. The fish is incredibly tender, and there are so many side dishes; I was surprised when they brought out such a huge bowl. It's spicy enough, and the numbing sensation is just perfect. Don't you guys love this kind of strong flavor too? I, for one, had a blast!