While Taiwanese nutrient tin hold upwardly mutual together with familiar to Penangites, at that spot are nevertheless about unconventional Taiwanese delicacies that are uncommonly works life inward Penang. This novel nipper on the block- Bei Tou Squid Snack (北投鱿鱼), a construct originates from Taiwan that serves fast-casual Taiwanese food; is housed at a serenity corner of The Golden Triangle at Relau, the Taiwanese chain brought along about of the exceptional highlights straight from Taiwan. Unlike most Taiwanese joints around, Bei Tou does non offering a big bill of fare but a serial of carefully chosen Taiwanese delights.... then the indecisive volition non hold upwardly overwhelmed past times selections. Notable highlights are Taiwanese street-snacks similar Dumplings, Scallion Pancakes, braised Tofu, thickened Soup; oftentimes ordered over Rice or Noodles. Price points are low-middle attain but serving component is relatively small.
Dried Cuttlefish Thickened Soup 鱿鱼羹 (Rm 10.90)
Dry Ramen amongst minced Pork 肉燥干面 (Rm 8.90)
Dry Ramen amongst Prawn Dumplings 鲜虾扁食干面 (Rm 13.90)
Dumplings inward Chili Oil 红油抄手(Rm 10.80)
Bei Tou's Noodles were nearly akin to Hakka Noodles but non blessed amongst springy texture. The Prawn Dumplings were good, amongst a small-scale slice of Prawn nicely wrapped within. The flavour may hold upwardly a piddling monotonous then adding their lip-burning Chili dip volition heighten the flavour combination together with innovate about other layer of dimension to the dish. Spicy lovers should instruct for the Dumplings inward Chili Oil- blanched Dumplings served amongst Chili Oil, which contained a hint of Sze Chuan Peppercorn. It was non that spicy (rather muted) but the flavors were beautiful, sans the undesired greasiness.
Dried Cuttlefish Thickend Soup may non hold upwardly a mutual run across but nosotros were surprised that Bei Tou was then generous amongst the Cuttlefish; the consistency of the thickened Soup was spot on together with the sweetness spoke for itself (with Winter Melon together with Black Fungus added). It was best enjoyed over a dash of Black Vinegar.
Ratings:
Taste: 7.5/10 (1-3 bad, 4-7 average, 8-10 good)
Service: 7/10 (1-3 bad, 4-7 average, 8-10 good)
Price: 7/10 (1-3 expensive, 4-7 average, 8-10 cheap)
Parking: 7/10 (1-3 bad, 4-7 average, 8-10 good)
Ambiance: 7.5/10 (1-3 bad, 4-7 average, 8-10 good)
Non-Halal
Service Charge: No
Government Tax: No
Additional Information:
Address: 29-1-29, The Golden Triangle, 11900, Bayan Lepas, Penang.
Business Hours: xi am to 9:30 pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
Contact Number: 604- 888 8888
