Unlike some of the other more authentic restaurants, Rocking Wok serves lunch specials, and some of the menu items look like the traditional American favorites (kung bao chicken, Mongolian beef, etc.). I did not find much indication from the menu as to which dishes were uniquely Taiwanese, and I had to ask for the really authentic food. The server made a suggestion to me, but I never found it on the menu. It most likely comes from the Chinese menu, which they will be glad to serve if you ask for it.

I asked for a congee soup to begin the meal. The Chicken with Ginger Congee turned out to be the best I ever had. This had a wonderful flavor and texture (rice soup does not sound very appetizing, but it is great when prepared properly).

The entrée the waiter suggested was Chicken with Rice. I saw this dish served to several other patrons, although it normally comes with pork instead of chicken. The chicken was prepared with a batter and a light sauce that looked like mustard. The chicken was actually on the side--the white rice was covered with ground pork soaked in a light sauce. I thought everything tasted quite good, although I would call it more "Chinese comfort food" than the gourmet type dishes to which I am accustomed. One distinctive feature of this dish is that a hard-boiled egg is served on top. A pickled relish served on top of the rice was also quite tasty.

Although I liked the chicken with rice, to me it was too meat-centered and did not have any vegetables except a delicous salad that came on the plate. The congee was the highlight of my meal--I would gladly make a meal of this. Other highlights of Rocking Wok were the low (almost absurdly low) prices, and the great service.

Some of the patrons were indulging in another dish that looked like it must come from the Chinese menu--pig intestine with noodles. I doubt that I will ever give a report of this dish, though. Although I enjoy exploring authentic Chinese food, this is not on my list of "must tries."