Welcome to Southland Flavor Cafe
With a rich history spanning over 20 years, Southland Flavor Cafe in Cupertino offers a wide array of authentic Taiwanese dishes reminiscent of street food from Tainan, Taiwan. Known for their flavorful soups, appetizers, and beverages, the cafe provides a welcoming environment for groups and families. Customers praise the fast service and generous portion sizes at affordable prices. The menu showcases traditional Taiwanese small eats, such as stinky tofu, bawan, and oyster omelette, satisfying cravings for home-cooked comfort food. For a taste of Taiwan's diverse flavors and warm hospitality, Southland Flavor Cafe is a must-visit destination.
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10825 N Wolfe Rd Ste 220 Cupertino, CA 9501410825 N Wolfe Rd Ste 220 Cupertino, CA 95014 Hotline: (408) 446-9488
Welcome to Southland Flavor Cafe, a delightful gem nestled in Cupertino, California, renowned for its rich tapestry of Taiwanese cuisine. Located at 10825 N Wolfe Rd Ste 220, this café is celebrated for capturing the essence of street food from the southern regions of Taiwan, providing a taste experience that transports diners straight to bustling markets.
At Southland Flavor Cafe, the menu is a delightful voyage into the world of Taiwanese soups and small bites. One must-try item is the Hakka Rice Ball Soup, priced at $15, which offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The Donque Duck Soup with Vermicelli is another standout at $15, perfect for those seeking warmth and comfort in a bowl. For those with a penchant for classic flavors, the Wonton Soup at just $11 is a staple that never disappoints.
Vegetarian diners will find plenty to love too! Options like the Vegetarian and Mushroom Sauteed Rice Noodles for $16 and the Vegetarian Panfried Rice Cake at $15 showcase the versatility and depth of Taiwanese vegetarian fare.
The café does not shy away from offering an array of tantalizing snacks, such as Deepfried Pike for $9.95 and Sliced Goose Meat for a lavish $27.95. Each dish is crafted with authenticity and care, ensuring every bite delivers a burst of flavor that is both nostalgic and satisfying.
The ambiance at Southland Flavor Cafe is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for both casual lunches and family dinners. Customers like Sara L. rave about the friendly and efficient service, noting how the staff attends to needs promptly, making each dining experience enjoyable. Meanwhile, long-time patron Janey L. reflects fondly on the decades spent indulging in her favorite Taiwanese dishes, underscoring the café's reputation as a cherished community staple.
Your palate will surely dance with delight here. Whether you are sharing bites of Oyster Omelette or enjoying a hearty Pork Belly Gua Bao, your culinary journey at Southland Flavor Cafe promises to be both delightful and memorable. The extensive menu, brimming with flavors, ensures that there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned guest.
So, if you're looking to satisfy your cravings for authentic Taiwanese cuisine, make your way to Southland Flavor Cafe. With a blend of quick service, a diverse menu, and dishes that evoke the heart of Taiwanese food culture, it’s more than just a meal; it’s an experience waiting to be savored!
So yummy! Great service and fast! It was not crowded when we were there! Stinky tofu was my favorite!!!
I have been coming to Southland for over 20 years. It has my favorite Taiwanese dishes when I've craving for some home town food! I recently just ordered their non-fried intestines appetizer dish. It was so good. Vege prices have gone up significantly but I guess so has everything else. I just wish they wouldn't charge $17 for a $5 vege dish.
We stopped by on a Saturday for lunch around noon. The cafe wasn't too crowded, but started to fill up after we ordered and started eating. Service was good. I accidentally spilled tea over the table and the staff was quick to provide towels to sop it up and dry the table surface. Bawan | $8.75 I've been craving bawan, and the dish sure hit the spot here. It's meatball, mushrooms, and veggies wrapped in a savory mochi skin topped with a sweet ketchup-y sauce. Yumm! Chicken & Egg Fried Rice | $13.50 The chicken and egg fried rice was okay, though a bit wetter than I expected and more soy sauce heavy in terms of taste. They use short grain rice, and the chicken was tender. I probably would order one of the rice plate dishes instead next time. Daikon Cake | $8.50 Came with 5 think slices of daikon radish cake accompanied with oyster sauce. These were hot and crispy, but didn't have much inclusions inside. I was expecting chunks of daikon and bits of shrimp for flavoring. There wasn't much daikon inside though and no savory shrimp or other veggies. It was pretty much just a thick rice cake. Would get something else next time instead. Overall, I'd be back again to have the bawan and try out other menu items. Southland Flavors is a good option if you're craving Taiwanese fare.
Just came back from a recent Taiwan trip and was craving some Taiwanese small eats. Southland Flavor cafe definitely satisfied my craving and the service was surprisingly fast!! Our food came out in a few minutes and the portions were just right. The menu had hundreds of dishes to choose from at an affordable price. Our meal for two came out to be ~$26. This might be my new go to spot for Taiwanese food!
Taiwanese restaurant in Cupertino next to a 99 Ranch offering Tainan (southern part of Taiwan) style food. Specifically, their food is supposed to be reminiscent of street food in Taiwan. They have a very wide range of selections ranging from small bites to noodle and rice dishes. We were seated immediately for a table for 2 early on a Friday evening. We tried their oyster omelette, gua bao (pork belly bao), pig ear, and dry fun (wide rice noodles) with ground pork. All the dishes were good and came out super fast! My favorite out of these was the dry fun; the noodle just soaked up all the sauce and was packed with flavor. We also bought some frozen Taiwanese sausage home to grill the next day for a BBQ and they were a hit! I'd definitely recommend stopping by to check out some Taiwanese small bites or just a normal meal. There's something for everyone here with their extensive menu.
It's been over 10 years since we've been here and I am upset at myself for waiting this long. On a cold rainy day, I was craving some noodle soup. Usually, I'll go get pho on a day like this but since I've had it quite a bit, I wanted to go in a different direction - beef noodle soup! I searched a few places but don't really have a goto place that's nearby. We randomly remembered going to this plaza and getting food Taiwanese food in which we could try getting noodle soup here. We previously came here for their delicious rice plates. As we walked in on a Sunday afternoon, it was busy as usual and our wait was very short. Their menu is extremely extensive and will have whatever you are craving that day. We decided to order the house beef noodle soup & the pork chop and rice. The beef noodle soup is by far the best I've ever had and it's not even close. The broth tasted like it's been boiled overnight in which translated to the richness and amazing flavors - such a comforting soup. Their noodles tasted freshly made and it was packed with tender pieces of beef. The bowl initially looked on the smaller side but don't let that fool you - it will be plenty to make you full. The pork chop and rice was a fun dish. The first bite of rice you will take will be soaked in the sauce which will be such a satisfying bite. The pork chops were delicious, had the right bite and the marinade was delicious. Love how the plate came with different veggies which you can mix match with every bite. There was a decent amount of meat on the plate and was very fairly priced for the amount you get. Perfect for a lunch plate! The service was fast and they greeted everyone immediately which was nice. Happy to see this place is still around and I recommend you coming here for some great Taiwanese food!