A diner studies the menu at the restaurant. Picture by S.H. Patgiri

Wan-Li

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Why Wan-Li?

For those who have a taste for sumptuous Oriental repasts, Wan-Li is a godsend. With great treats from the exotic East served amid suave environs, a quiet meal at the restaurant is an occasion to cherish, especially if shared with close friends.

Cuisine:

The cuisine boasts of authentic and some of the most delicious concoctions from the land of the dragon ? China.

Service:

The eatery is open every day of the week. It is a 12-hour joint opening at 10 am.

Smart stewards in red serve the patrons promptly and with a smile. Be assured that if you order something, you can have it in the blink of an eye. There are four cooks and four waiters who dish out lip-smacking Oriental specialities to please the tastebuds of the gourmets. And the good news is that the place serves its clientele throughout the year, irrespective of seasonal variations and holidays.

First impression:

Chinese masks, pictures of the dragon and large wooden fans with Chinese emblems painted on them give this plush eatery the quintessential Oriental ambience.

The mantra of this food hub is celebration, of life and food. Its clientele comprises the hot and happening brigade, as well as families and corporate delegates.

On the menu:

You can start with gold coins, string chicken, Drumstix of Heaven, Fried Five spicy chicken, fried wontons in both chicken and pork, and Nanking prawns.

Those who freak out on non-vegetarian food can gorge on an array of chicken and pork delicacies.

Some of the most popular chicken dishes are Pak Cham Kay, a delicious chicken steamed with oyster sauce and served with homemade chilly garlic mix, hakka Kay chicken delicately spiced with soya sauce, garlic and chillies, Fung Chang Kay, diced chicken stir fried with green and red pepper, Teppan Kay, chicken breast marinated with Chinese herbs, chicken pan fried and served sizzling and Hunan Kay crispy chicken in Hunan sauce.

For the veggies, Cantonese chowmein (gravy), Schezwan chowmein (dry), Singapore noodles and vegetable hakka chowmein are a must.

Vegetable balls in hot garlic sauce, assorted vegetables with mushroom, vegetable balls in Manchurian sauce and assorted crispy vegetables (hakka) are recommended.

Recommended:

Thong or soup in popular parlance is something one should not miss. Moo Goo Kay Thong, a thick, sumptuous soup of minced chicken and button mushroom, Hoi Saen Thong, a thick soup with shrimps, minced and seasoned with meat of your choice, Foon Se Thong, a clear soup with transparent fine noodles and garnished with the meat of your choice, Manchu Thong, a thick soup made of minced chicken and vegetables, seasoned with minced garlic and topped with crispy noodles are some of the authentic Chinese soups served here.

Variations:

If you are tired of sipping Assam tea, then the eatery offers you a variation in Chinese tea.

Minus point:

As it is situated near a roadside, the visitors may find it hard to park their vehicles. Also, with the popularity of the eatery increasing, it should enhance its seating capacity.

Postscript:

The restaurant lays due emphasis on the quality of the food. Sparkling cutlery speaks volumes about the cleanliness of the place. The ambience is perfect for a hearty meal.

Maitreyee Boruah