Tai Lake Restaurant
About Tai Lake Restaurant
Established in 1988, Tai Lake Restaurant in Chinatown Philadelphia offers authentic Cantonese cuisine specializing in seafood dishes. With a menu featuring live lobsters, crabs, and a variety of appetizers and soups, Tai Lake impresses with flavorful and generous portions. Customers rave about the honey walnut shrimp, salted egg yolk prawns, and crab and fish maw soup. The attentive service and clean environment add to the overall dining experience. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking for traditional Cantonese flavors, Tai Lake Restaurant is a must-visit for delicious and satisfying meals.
Menu Highlights
live lobster fried sticky rice 1 5 lbs 龙虾炒糯米饭
crabmeat dried scallop fried rice 龙皇西施炒饭
Braised Bean Curd with Vegetables & Mushroom
Steamed Flounder
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Favorite post-night out restaurant with my family during undergrad. Hours changed a lot but back in the day they would be open late past 12am. Delicious family style meals. Really hits the spot each time. A classic philadelphia chinatown eatery
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This is my uncle's favorite restaurant in Chinatown, so when we came to visit, he took us here. We ordered the crab and fish maw soup, steamed fish, sautéed pea leaves, seafood clay pot (abalone, scallops, shrimp and sea cucumber), house lobster, and house crab. That was a lot of food for 4 people! In terms of quality and flavor, I thought the food was pretty good. My only negative feedback is that the crab in the fish maw soup had a freezer taste and smell. Everything else was good. Our server was very pleasant and the restaurant was very clean. Complimentary dessert was provided at the end of our meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are some popular dishes at Tai Lake Restaurant?
Some favorites include the sautéed jumbo shrimp, honey walnut shrimp, and a variety of seafood dishes, particularly the crab and fish maw soup.
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Can I make a reservation, or is it first-come, first-served?
You can make a reservation at Tai Lake Restaurant, but they also welcome walk-ins.
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Is dine-in or takeaway available at this restaurant?
Yes, Tai Lake offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery options for your convenience.
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What kind of atmosphere can I expect when dining at Tai Lake?
The restaurant has a casual vibe, making it a great spot for families, tourists, and groups looking for a hearty meal.
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Is parking available at Tai Lake Restaurant?
Yes, there is a paid parking lot and street parking available near the restaurant.
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Excellent , my first time going there the staff was attentive well portioned out dishes the place looked clean and other patrons were ordering big dishes for the table family style, I tried the house fried rice and it was a hit. Party of three. We had the lo mein and some garlic chicken