FUNG BROS. — Food Creator on YouTube
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Restaurant Reviews by FUNG BROS.
Warhop
New York, United States — Cantonese Chinese
A nostalgic visit to Warhop, a legendary Chinatown restaurant where Richie Ing grew up eating traditional Cantonese food. The beef and egg rice dish impresses with quality sirloin and proper wok technique, while the salt and pepper pork chops deliver authentic flavor with MSG and scallions. This is genuine homestyle Chinese cooking that has served the local community for decades.
Strawberry Mania
Osaka, Japan — Japanese Street Food
At a street stall called Strawberry Mania on Danton Bur Street in Osaka, the reviewer tried the popular strawberry mochi featuring Kumamoto strawberries with red bean paste filling. The mochi was refreshing, juicy, and represented an uncommon pairing of fresh fruit with mochi that the reviewer found really good.
Twilight Lounge
New York, United States — Cantonese, Sichuan
Twilight Lounge is a Cantonese and Sichuan restaurant in the East Village serving excellent dim sum and appetizers. The reviewer highlights the truffle shumai steamed in small cups that retain their juices, crispy salted egg yolk tofu, and generous prawns. Great cocktails, wine, and affordable wing specials make this a standout dining experience.
Tradition Now
New York, United States — Filipino
A celebration of modern Filipino cuisine at Tradition Now in New York City, where the chef weaves his mother's traditional recipes with creative contemporary dishes. The reviewer and guest AJ Raphael explore signature dishes like kaios, lobster palabok, and dinuan tacos, discovering elevated versions of classic Filipino comfort foods. The restaurant successfully bridges Spanish colonial influence with modern technique while maintaining authentic flavor profiles.
Tradicionale NYC
New York, United States — Filipino
AJ Rafael and the Fung Bros visit Tradicionale NYC, an elevated fine dining Filipino restaurant in New York. They appreciate how the restaurant presents Filipino cuisine at a higher level compared to casual Turo Turo spots, making it perfect for sharing the cuisine with non-Filipino friends.
Xing Fu Tang
New York, United States — Taiwanese Bubble Tea
The Fung Bros visit Xing Fu Tang to try an exclusive new menu item - hot pot boba with smala chili oil sauce launching April 1st at all New York locations. They rave about the unique flavor profile, calling it the best boba flavor they've ever experienced with its creamy texture, tingling spice, and subtle sweetness.
Mitiki Island Bbecue and Grill
Las Vegas, United States — Japanese BBQ, Grilled Meat
Mitiki Island Bbecue and Grill is a must-visit off-strip gem in Las Vegas offering premium quality grilled beef at unbeatable prices. The massive, perfectly charred short ribs and tender beef plates are described as some of the best barbecue the reviewer has had, all for under $20 per plate.
Rimuan
Nakhon Nayok, Thailand — Thai River Cuisine
Rimuan is a riverside restaurant in Nakhon Nayok serving authentic river-based Thai cuisine with fresh seafood preparations. The reviewer appreciated the proximity to the river source making ingredients fresher and food better quality than Bangkok locations, highlighting unique dishes like fried soft shell crab and fermented catfish.
Mommy Cocktails
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — Vietnamese-Australian Fusion
Mommy Cocktails is a Vietnamese-Australian fusion cocktail bar and restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City's Taudian district, started by Melbourne native Jason Fan. The establishment showcases creative fusion dishes like ba empanadas, mee dim with smoked duck, and chipotle butter prawns that blend Vietnamese flavors with international techniques. The reviewer was impressed by the innovative approach to combining both culinary worlds and the vibrant community events hosted at the venue.
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Not specified, Vietnam — Vietnamese
The reviewer celebrates the authentic Vietnamese funk and umami-forward flavors of this restaurant's dishes. Highlights include perfectly cooked prawns, creative pickled clams with homemade lemongrass-infused olive oil, and meaty cobia fish, all showcasing the chef's commitment to house-made ingredients and bold flavors.
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Sydney, Australia — Fusion (Asian-Australian)
The reviewer visits a restaurant in Sydney showcasing innovative fusion cuisine that combines Australian Wagyu with Asian flavors. They praise the creative Angus Wagyu rump cap dish and highlight how Australian restaurants excel at incorporating Asian culinary influences.
Soul
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — Cantonese-Vietnamese
Soul is an iconic Chinatown restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City's District 5 that serves exceptional Cantonese-Vietnamese fusion cuisine. The reviewer particularly praised the crab glass noodles and suckling pig, highlighting the restaurant's authentic technique, fresh ingredients, and attentive service. This classic institution represents the old school dining experience that has been central to Saigon's Chinatown culture for decades.
Via
Los Angeles, United States — Cantonese
The reviewer praises Via as one of the best Cantonese restaurants they've experienced, highlighting their signature dishes with fried lard topping and both dry and wet preparation styles. The establishment has been operating for at least 15 years and serves as an excellent spot for traditional Sunday morning comfort food.
Jimmy's Neighborhood Restaurant
Tarpon Springs, United States — Greek and Italian
Jimmy's Neighborhood Restaurant in Tarpon Springs is a charming Greek and Italian fusion spot that impressively blends local Florida culture with Greek heritage. The standout dishes include perfectly grilled octopus and a creamy stuffed grouper with fresh seafood, though the clam chowder was overly salty. The reviewer appreciated the family-oriented atmosphere and generous portions, making it worth checking out despite not being a fully authentic Greek restaurant.
Smala BBQ
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — BBQ/Barbecue
The reviewers visit a BBQ establishment in Saigon serving brisket prepared with traditional Texas smoking methods. They praise the quality of the meat, noting the excellent smoke ring and tender texture that demonstrates proper barbecue technique.
Soong's
San Francisco, United States — Chinese, Vietnamese
The reviewer visits Soong's in Chinatown and tries roasted baby pig and crab glass noodles. They praise the macros of the pig dish, noting the good fats, and mention the crab glass noodles as a notable dish that has become a national dish in Vietnam.
Hai Hoi Wang
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — Vietnamese
Hai Hoi Wang is a legendary bun cha restaurant located in Thao Dien, Ho Chi Minh City, widely considered to have the best bun cha in all of Saigon. The restaurant operates from the owner's living room and serves an authentic northern Vietnamese dish featuring grilled pork belly, pork patties, vermicelli, and a light fish sauce broth, accompanied by exceptional double-fried spring rolls. This hidden gem is so beloved that locals called the day it closed for relocation the darkest day in Thao Dien's history.
Silk Noodle
New York, United States — Hong Kong, Chinese
Silk Noodle is a Hong Kong cafe in Chinatown serving authentic dishes at incredible value, with the reviewer and guest trying signature luosifen (snail soup), pork trotters, chicken feet, and various desserts for just $24. The restaurant impressed with its fresh ingredients, customizable toppings bar, and genuine traditional flavors that stand apart from typical Americanized Chinese fare.
Pit Smoker
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — Texas Barbecue
Pit Smoker is presented as the most authentic Texas barbecue experience in Saigon, established in 2023. The reviewer, accompanied by a native Texan, praises the brisket for its perfect smoke ring, tender fibers, and proper preparation, rating it 8 out of 10 compared to Vietnam market standards.