El Chino Snack Bar

Great food! Got the nachos and fish tacos. FISH TACOS ARE SOOO GOOD! Friendly staff, fast and good vibes.
May 16th, 2023

One of the most disappointing dining experiences Ive ever had in Halifax. Without being told the restaurant was full first we were seated in the florescent lighting of a closed Robie st. station chairs up and all, as two different music stations from both sides of the business were playing it was super hard to relax or enjoy the space. The food was disappointing the drinks were bad and the service was poor. Will not be back to either business after this.
May 14th, 2023

Cute spot, cute ambiance, great fish tacos and margaritas (I have no experience with margaritas but I liked it) First off, fish tacos were so good! Fish was perfectly fried in a crispy batter with great toppings. Pork taco was loaded but lacked a wow factor (looked good and was filling and juicy though) Chicken wings were dry/overcooked and the flavour wasnt great (reminded me of a cold Chinese fried fish dish-also might be a me thing but I wouldnt get it again) Nachos were yummy but basic so I felt like the price was a bit high. Chips were very fresh and crunchy. Pork belly bao was yummy but lacked a fresh flavour like cilantro or pickled veg (might be a personal preference) but the pork belly was yummy and the bao was fantastic. We ordered the classic margarita and I thought it was great (I usually hate tequila but Im trying to open up and try it again) and the agua de Jamaica wasnt my jam but that might be a me thing. Female Asian server was great! So nice and helpful BUT there was the grumpiest looking white female server that might be in the wrong profession. I felt intimidated whenever she glanced at our table. She brought out our nachos and practically rolled her eyes while adding another table to ours (I told her to leave nachos on the bench (table was full) beside me no biggie). Just big frowns the whole time we were there. Overall pretty good experience, kinda pricy ($135 for 2 people) but will be back for more delicious fish tacos and margaritas.
Apr 18th, 2023

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