I do not really remember the last time I frequented a restaurant for three times in a week. Tai Sen Eating House has made me done that. Tai Sen has been suggested to me by a friend and I immediately wanted to cover this place, as a blogger.
Tai Sen is located at Bentinck Street, just beside Calcutta Motor & Cycle. The nearest Metro station would be either Esplanade(5 mins walk) or Chandni Chowk (7 mins walk).
Google Map Link is here
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As the name suggests, Tai Sen is basically a Chinese eatery which is slightly inclined towards Cantonese-style of cooking. Tai Sen started during 2019 as a home-kitchen only which turned into a small restaurant post-pandemic.
This place can host a maximum of 20 people at a time and the restaurant is nicely decorated too. There is an AC too, if that matters over good food.
You will not see any waiters here. The kitchen is managed by Mr. Edwin Liao, who used to work as a Chinese-cuisine expert at Hotel Kenilworth, Kolkata and also by his son, Kenneth. The tables and the cash counter is managed by the other members of the family.
As mentioned earlier, I visited this place for the very first time post 25th December and since then, visited twice within a span of just 7 days. I simply loved the food here. If you are visiting, definitely do not miss the Steamed Wontons. 10 generous pieces of Wontons at just 190 INR. Some super soft, medium-sized Wontons, mixed and steamed with Cabbage Stems, Bok Choy, Chicken Lard and served with a spicy red chilly sauce. Absolutely ideal for a winter/rainy evening, can be well-paired with some hot clear soup.
I did try some other dishes too which includes starters like Tai Sen Special Soup, Chilly Chicken, Hot n Sour Pork and some main courses like Mixed Fried Rice(4/5) & Garlic Chicken(4/5). The quantity of all the dishes is enough for two people. The food was prepared with fresh ingredients, the same was served hot. The taste was top-notch. Here, the Mixed Fried Rice/Noodles is served with Chicken, Prawns and Eggs in general but if you want Pork to be added, there will be an additional charge which is also very nominal.
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This place is heaven for “pork addicts”. I tried the Sweet n Sour Pork and I found each and every piece had the perfect meat and fat ratio. The quality of the pork is also very good.
Some more information :
‣Cost for 2 will be around 600 INR if you take starters and main course.
‣Do not forget to try the Chef’s Special menu.
‣Half portions come at just 10 INR extra.
‣Open from 12 PM to 9.30 PM, with a one hour break during the early evening.
‣Cash and UPI Payments accepted.
‣Tai Sen remains closed on Sundays however, if you have a large group of 15-18 people, you can let the owner know in advance and he will be more than happy to prepare the food and serve the same. Same can be contacted for take-aways.
‣Contact Number : 080179 79208
If you’re a genuine Chinese food lover, you must not miss this place. Never-ever in my life, have I described a restaurant as a “hidden gem” just like that, if I am using it there has to be a reason. Tai Sen has all the reasons. While writing this, I am definitely craving for some Wontons from Tai Sen!
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