About
Welcome to Formosa Taipei, an enchanting destination for lovers of authentic Chinese cuisine nestled in the heart of Lexington, MA. Located at 315 Marrett Rd, this casual dining gem offers a delightful array of dishes that not only satisfy cravings but transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Taipei.
At Formosa Taipei, the options are diverse and carefully crafted to cater to every palate. One of their standout offerings includes the tantalizing 3-Cup Specials, featuring delectable dishes like the 3-Cup Chicken, which boasts a harmonious blend of soy sauce, cooking sherry, and fresh basil. Or perhaps you'd prefer the 3-Cup Chinese Eggplant or 3-Cup Fried Tofu, both swimming in the same robust flavors, ensuring a culinary experience that’s both satisfying and memorable. With moderate noise, this is an ideal spot to enjoy lunch or dinner with friends and family — it’s good for kids too!
The menu is packed with palate-pleasers, from Chicken with Mixed Vegetables to the spicy kick of Kung Pao Chicken. The reviews speak for themselves, with customers raving about the vibrant flavors. One satisfied diner, Zhuo T., praises the restaurant's superb flavor profile, stating, "Awesome for anything. My family loves it!" Mannorine M. echoes this sentiment with admiration for their "great service" and a recommendation to try the "fancy beef wrap." Such glowing words echo the commitment to quality and freshness that Formosa Taipei embodies.
And that's not all. If you're looking for a relaxed atmosphere with comprehensive amenities, this restaurant offers on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, and even caters to those who love to enjoy a drink with their meal. Whether you decide to dine in, take out, or order for delivery, you are in for a treat.
In a world filled with culinary choices, Formosa Taipei shines brightly. With an inviting menu and a dedication to exceptional flavors, this establishment promises a dining experience that you'll want to revisit time and again. Come for the food, stay for the warmth and hospitality — you won’t regret it!
To make a reservation or learn more, give them a call at (781) 862-6198. Discover your new favorite spot today!
“ Awesome for anything. Good try, my family likes 水煮鱼, it's so great taste and we will order again. ”
“ They always have delicious food and great service. Try fancy beef wrap! It's the best ”
“ The best take out around here. I especially like the crispy duck and the mo sho pork. I am working my way through the specialties, all good so far. ”
“ We just moved in town and never expected this restaurant to be so good!!! Great people, taste and mostly fresh food. Definitely going back and back for more. ”
“ The beef with tomato is my absolute favorite. The general gau/tso is the best in the area! Consistent and delicious! ”
“ Came here for the first time with a friend and ordered takeaway. We ordered the broccoli fried tofu, fancy beef wrap, fried sweet sesame balls, seafood and vegetable noodle soup, and the chives pocket. Total came out to around $50. What's Hot - Quality. Pretty good flavor and seasoning. My seafood and vegetable noodle soup had a good amount of seafood- squid, large shrimp, and scallops. There were a few pieces of bakchoy and plenty of seasoning. The fancy beef wrap was flavorful and tasty. My friend liked her tofu dish, which came with a nice sauce and plenty of rice. - Menu variety. Pretty impressive, especially because there is a part of the menu that is specifically dedicated to Taiwanese dishes, which I appreciate. It's not easy finding Taiwanese food, so that this place has it is something noteworthy. They're also vegan friendly in addition to being vegetarian friendly, which is a plus. My friend is vegan, so that there are plenty of options for her to choose from is definitely helpful and appreciated. As silly as this may be for some, their menu is also in Chinese. As a native Californian, who grew up with a good amount of awesome Chinese restaurants run by immigrants- this is legit. - Prices. Pretty reasonable. - Service. Quick and efficient. Not only is the food prepared quickly, but no mistakes in the order, which is great. - Takeaway packaging. Very efficient and well wrapped. The broth and seafood for my noodle soup was in a separate container and tied in its own plastic bag. The noodles were in a pretty decent size bowl. Each food dish was in its own separate container and sealed properly. They use the stereotypical Chinese box containers for some items, which is also helpful, because they're recyclable. - Portions. With the exception of some of the chives pockets and sesame balls, which I mention below, the portions are pretty good and enough to get you full. - Health and safety. During this time of the pandemic, they're not allowing anyone to dine-in. They only have a small space for dining in, but it's important to be aware. Additionally, we saw their staff wear masks and there's hand sanitizer available. There's also a clear plastic divider between the customers and their cashier. What's Not - Quality. Their chives pockets and sesame balls were lacking. Their chives pockets are super small and fried. Traditional chives pockets are supposed to be pan seared, because the dough wrapper is not supposed to be thick. That they deviated from what traditional chives pockets are supposed to be is disappointing. Their sesame balls aren't that bad, but they aren't that sweet or chewy, which is what they're supposed to be. They're a dessert, after all. Definitely not something I'd order again and wouldn't recommend. - Portions. The chives pocket and sesame balls were really small, which surprised me. The chives pocket were half the size of my hand, which is pretty small. I've had chives pockets made overseas in Taiwan and other Chinese restaurants in the states. They're meant to be big and should be big enough to be split between two people. Definitely not that. Same for the sesame balls. Each sesame ball was the size of a golf ball, which is smaller than what I'm usually used to. The chives pockets and sesame balls were not good value for money. Final Answer Do plan on coming back, but will be more picky as to which items to order. ”
“ Small mostly-takeout joint that has three small tables for eating in. That description sounds like the typical crank-it-out Chinese American where you order over a counter, but this place is the complete opposite: roomy despite the lack of tables, and pretty low key. Similarly, dishes arrive in plastic containers with clear lids, but don't let that put you off: the food here is of much higher caliber. Hot & Spicy Minced Chicken: An extremely generous portion, at first glance almost entirely meat. This looked like a dish for beginners, but there were some interesting additions, like plentiful but well-spaced cilantro and little nuggets of fermented radish or bean that brought an unusual briny element to contrast the spice and faint sweetness. It's a combination that begs for return visits, both during the meal and in the future. Twice-Cooked Pork: Large shredded pieces, not that moist, augmented with bell peppers, cabbage, and a sauce that had some kick and depth. Probably the closest dish to the sauce standard of most suburban Chinese, but not at all gloppy, much less sweet, and much more oily. Solid enough, but not worth revisiting. Flounder Fish Fillet in Black Bean Sauce: Large, incredibly moist chunks of unbreaded fish, understated in its gentle saucing. A really nice respite from the hot stuff and healthy to boot. Noodles in Peking sauce with pork: Long, thick noodles that weren't too chewy or too soggy. Densely packed with nuggets of pork and a mostly savory sauce with faint sweetness. Flounder in chili sauce: Big bowl with enough to serve 4 easily. Tender fish, heavy peppers, minced garlic, plentiful sauce. Ma po tofu: Standard tofu but some unexpected heat tingle in the sauce (different from the flounder's chili sauce). For what it's worth, a very high percentage of the clientele I've seen on 3 visits so far have been Chinese. I've had no misses, but some of the hits have been more spectacular than others, so I have the feeling that much more than most, the enjoyment here is dependent upon which dishes you order. So if in doubt, discuss with the manager what you're looking for and you'll probably wind up happy. ”