Taichung Dali Michelin Guide for Four Consecutive Years - Luo's Traditional Flavors (Dali Branch)

Address: No. 219-1, Section 2, Guoguang Road, Dali District, Taichung City, Taiwan, 412 Atmosphere/Facilities: Parking space at the entrance, restroom, QR code ordering, counter payment, air conditioning, credit card accepted Specialties: Stir-fried assorted dishes with sesame oil, blanched seasonal vegetables, chilled vegetables with sesame dressing, sesame oil chicken soup Average price per person: 300 TWD Rating: Luo's Traditional Flavors, recognized by the Taichung Michelin Bib Gourmand from 2021 to 2024, was experienced at the Dali branch this time. The shaded parking space at the entrance is a plus, especially since the restaurant is located at a busy intersection where parking is challenging, and Taichung's midday sun can be intense. Upon entering, the staff warmly guided us to our seats and assisted with QR code ordering. Unfortunately, online payment is not available, and orders must be finalized at the counter. Multiple payment options are accepted. Sesame Dressing Vegetables & Blanched Vegetables - 50 TWD Both dishes feature cabbage, with one served chilled and dressed with sesame sauce, and the other served hot. The vegetables are cooked to perfection without any raw taste. The seasoning is well-balanced, though the portion size is small, prompting us to order two servings. Shrimp Paste Dry Noodles - 45 TWD The price and portion are reasonable, with a flavor leaning towards salty. The taste is decent, though the noodles are slightly soft. Traditional Pork Chop Rice - 85 TWD The braised pork chop is mildly seasoned and pairs well with the restaurant's homemade chili sauce. However, the rice is underwhelming, with a soft texture and lacking the fragrance of good-quality rice. Stir-fried Assorted Dishes with Sesame Oil - 160 TWD This dish includes sliced pork, pork liver, pork kidney, cabbage, and chili stir-fried together. The seasoning is balanced, and the sesame oil aroma is prominent. The pork liver and kidney are free of any unpleasant odor and have a crisp, chewy texture. Personally, this is the best dish. Sesame Oil Chicken Soup - 185 TWD The sesame oil soup is light and not overly warming, with a refreshing and balanced flavor. Made with free-range chicken leg meat, the higher price is justified. While not exceptionally delicious, it is worth ordering. Braised Tofu - 30 TWD Essentially braised tofu, the price is reasonable. The tofu is thoroughly braised, evident in its color and flavor, which reflect long hours of preparation. It pairs well with the restaurant's homemade chili sauce. Overall, the dishes and chili sauce outshine the main courses! Apart from the dry noodles and pork chop rice, the other dishes are quite good. If you need a main course, consider ordering noodles or rice separately to pair with the chicken soup and stir-fried dishes.