AYCE hot pot spot w/ free birthday meals for the birthday person [1]. Solid option for groups, tho some say quality is avg AYCE & other spots are better [2, 3].
This Chinese eatery offers an all-you-can-eat hot pot experience, with some users noting it as a fun option for birthdays and large groups [1]. While it's been recommended as a solid, affordable hot pot choice in Manhattan [2], some diners suggest its quality might be average for AYCE and that other establishments may offer a superior experience [3, 4]. The restaurant also offers a free birthday meal, though policies regarding group size and timing can vary [5, 6].
Primarily known for its all-you-can-eat hot pot, 99 Favor Taste is often recommended for its affordability and suitability for groups [1]. Some reviews suggest the food quality is typical of an AYCE establishment, while others recommend alternative hot pot restaurants, citing better quality or atmosphere [2, 3]. The restaurant also features a sauce bar and offers options for Chinese BBQ.
"The restaurant is primarily known for its all-you-can-eat hot pot, with specific mentions of enjoying the curry base hot pot and Hershey ice cream."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with many appreciating the affordability and fun atmosphere, especially for birthdays and groups [1, 2]. However, some find the food quality to be average for an all-you-can-eat experience and suggest alternatives [3, 4].
Important Note
The restaurant's birthday meal promotion has specific policies regarding group size and the timing of the celebration, which may require a minimum number of guests or adherence to dining on the actual birthday. Some diners have noted that the food quality might be average for an all-you-can-eat establishment, and cleanliness has been a concern for some.
"This comment simply mentions the restaurant "99 Flavor Taste"."
Neutral"99 Favor Taste is listed as one of the AYCE options in the Lower East Side and Chinatown area."
Positive"99 Flavor Taste was mentioned as a Chinese BBQ place with unlimited options available during late night hours."
Positive"This commenter stated that Favor Taste 99 is 'NOT good' and that Lao Jie is 'miles better'."
Negative"This commenter used to frequent Favor Taste 99 but now only goes to Lao Jie Hotpot, finding it better overall."
Negative"This commenter recommended Favor Taste 99 for AYCE hotpot, noting it's reasonably priced with a stocked sauce bar."
Positive"This commenter expressed strong positive sentiment for 99 Favor Taste."
Positive"This user recommended visiting Laojie instead of 99 Favor Taste, noting that while 99 is enjoyable, it is not clean. Laojie was suggested as a better alternative."
Negative"This commenter expressed affection for 99 Favor Taste and confirmed that the party size requirement for the birthday promotion is accurate, also noting that IDs are checked."
Positive"This user described 99 Favor Taste as a solid hot pot establishment, especially considering its price point."
Positive"This commenter asked a question regarding ordering only waters at 99 Favor Taste."
Neutral"This user recalled a positive experience at 99 Favor Taste several years ago, suggesting a party of four was likely required for the promotion, and mentioned their husband found it to be a favorite experience."
Positive"This user agreed that Hometown Hotpot & BBQ was superior to 99 Favor Taste, citing higher quality, better soup bases, and a cleaner environment. They also mentioned Hometown offers a birthday deal, though unsure of the group size requirement."
Negative"This commenter stated that the birthday dinner at 99 Favor Taste can be redeemed on the actual birthday with two or more people and described the experience as 'perfectly serviceable'."
Positive"This user reported successfully using the birthday meal promotion at 99 Favor Taste with a party of three in the past year."
Positive"The commenter clarified that the party size requirement for the birthday meal at 99 Favor Taste applies if dining within three days of the actual birthday, with no group limit on the day itself. They advised double-checking the policy."
Neutral"This commenter stated that 99 Favor Taste used to be good but has declined in quality, citing a scaled-down menu and limited options. They also expressed personal avoidance due to the owners' political affiliation and recommended other AYCE hot pot places in Chinatown."
Negative"This user is planning to call 99 Favor Taste to confirm birthday meal details after receiving advice."
Neutral"This user provided information about the birthday meal policy at 99 Favor Taste, stating it requires a minimum of four people unless dining on the actual birthday. A link to the restaurant's birthday policy was also included."
Neutral"This user stated that while they haven't visited 99 Favor Taste in a few years, they remember it as being good and a fun dining experience."
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