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TAI WU Restaurant

1080 Foster City Blvd, Foster City, CA 94404-2301
650-638-0168
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Ranked #9 of 30 restaurants in Foster City
Most recent review
- 16 Feb 2013
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24 reviews 24 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013 via mobile

Had a great evening meal! The soup was terrific. The sweet and sour fish was excellent. Quick service. Would recommend.

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Detroit, Michigan
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35 reviews 35 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 September 2012

This restaurant is round the corner from my mom's place so I come here whenever I'm in town. It is located in a strip mall next to a big Chinese grocery (Ranch 99). I come here because it is close, it has parking, it is not super crowded, it is fast (not the usual 20 minutes - they get their... More

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San Mateo, California
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106 reviews 106 reviews
37 restaurant reviews
75 helpful votes 75 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

Although the prices go up, nothing changes to justify the move. At least clean up the place and make it more appealing to enter. Food is just so-so, and with a large Asian population in the vicinity, it needs to improve flavors to remain competitive. Dishes are often inconsistent from one visit to the next.

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San Francisco
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169 reviews 169 reviews
125 restaurant reviews
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

When I go for Chinese cuisine I like a place that: 1. is nice and clean 2. has regular patrons many of which are speaking Chinese; 3. has waiters who are glad to see me; 4. has outstanding food; and 5. is inexpensive If you have similar goals get your butt in this restaurant. The staff is unbelievably friendly, the... More

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San Francisco, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2010

Wonderful, clean Chinese restaurant in a strip mall next to Ranch 99. The food is great, everything comes out quick, the staff is excellent, and the prices are low. All dishes are tasty and they will make dishes not on their menu if they have the ingredients. Not a date type place but a great place to surprise your friends... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2009

Only have an hour for lunch and you want a good Kungpow chicken? Tai Wu is your stop. You'll find the usual choices in a typical Chinese restaurants. Good portion sizes and service is normally good.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2008

bargain chinese/hongkong food.

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