Playful Taiwanese dishes & killer BDSM chicken. Fancy beef noodle soup & unique desserts.
Morgan Carter reviews Wenwen, Eric Sze's more mature Taiwanese restaurant in Greenpoint, noting its blend of polished ambiance and playful dishes like the BDSM Chicken.
This Greenpoint Taiwanese eatery, helmed by Chef Eric Sze, offers a polished yet playful dining experience. The spacious restaurant is known for its vibrant dishes, including a standout "BDSM Chicken" and rich Beef Noodle Soup with a 16-hour oxtail broth. Don't miss unique offerings like the Fried Tangyuan with Ice Cream dessert.
Wenwen specializes in Taiwanese cuisine with some modern and traditional takes. Highly recommended dishes include the "BDSM Chicken" (a limited, 5-per-day item), Taiwanese beef noodle soup with a rich oxtail broth, and a unique Fried Tangyuan with Ice Cream dessert. Other praised items include popcorn chicken and fried rice. Some found the bacon and clams dish unbalanced, with the bacon overpowering the clams.
"Highly recommended dishes include the 'BDSM Chicken' (though limited in availability), the rich Taiwanese beef noodle soup, and the Fried Tangyuan with Ice Cream dessert."
Overall, customers have a highly positive sentiment towards the restaurant, frequently recommending its Taiwanese dishes, particularly the BDSM chicken and beef noodle soup.
Important Note
The 'BDSM Chicken' is very limited, with only 5 available per day, so arrive early. The restaurant is noted as not being cheap.
"Wenwen is recommended for Taiwanese beef noodle soup."
Neutral"The user rated Wenwen 8.1, noting it was for lunch with a reduced menu. A Taiwanese friend found it very enjoyable, like a throwback, while the others liked it less."
Positive"Wenwen in Williamsburg/Greenpoint is suggested as a dining option, with reservations likely still available."
Positive"This user had the Lily Fleming Fried Rice with Pork Jowl at WenWen, describing it as the best they've had recently."
Positive"The commenter stated that the Long Island Iced Tea at Wenwen is "very good and very very strong.""
Positive"Wenwen was recommended, with the owner reportedly loving Long Island Iced Teas and having a great one on their menu."
Positive"Wenwen is recommended for its Taiwanese food and good vibes."
Positive"This user describes dining at the bar at Wen Wen as a lovely experience, specifically praising the popcorn chicken and beer combination."
Positive"The user acknowledges Wen Wen isn't 'bad' but finds it comical that people line up for it, suggesting it might be overhyped compared to where locals eat."
Neutral"The commenter wants to visit Wenwen in Greenpoint, noting it's not cheap but they love 886, implying a positive outlook on Wenwen."
Positive"Mentions Wenwen as another high-ranking choice for fried chicken."
Positive"Lists Wenwen as a recommendation from a previous discussion."
Neutral"Believes Wenwen's Fried Tangyuan with Ice Cream dessert is the best item on their menu, providing a detailed description of its unique components."
Positive"Lists Wenwen as a recommended spot for chicken sandwiches."
Positive"Listed as a suggestion for family-style dining."
Neutral"Suggests adding WenWen's BDSM chicken to the list of recommendations."
Positive"Recommends the BDSM chicken at Wen Wen."
Positive"Mentions Wen Wen's BDSM Chicken as incredibly good and suitable for a celebration."
Positive"Shocked it wasn't mentioned, recommends the 'whole BDSM fried chicken' from WenWen in Greenpoint. Warns they only serve 5 per day, so arrive early."
Positive"If you want to try some good Taiwanese food, I’d recommend WenWen."
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