Taipei 101

Taipei 101 anchors the East Chatham Street dining strip with a humble dining room that mixes a front takeout counter with roughly sixteen tables for relaxed table service, making it a handy stop before or after exploring downtown Cary. Frequented by locals for authentic spice, the space stays casual and efficient, keeping the focus on the food while still offering a comfortable setting to linger over shared plates.

Chef-driven recipes span Taiwanese, Szechuan, and Zhejiang traditions, so the menu easily moves from scallion beef pancake rolls and Szechuan-style beef noodle soup to anchovy fried rice and mini steamed buns. That breadth means guests can tailor meals to bold heat or gentler flavors while enjoying the restaurant’s stated commitment to fresh ingredients and a welcoming, relaxing atmosphere.

Local reviewers single out the bubbly-edged scallion pancakes, dry sauteed green beans flecked with pork, and salt-and-pepper pork ribs as standout dishes worth planning a visit around. With the to-go counter humming for takeout and online orders alongside attentive table service, Taipei 101 suits both quick weeknight pickups and lingering family-style dinners in the heart of Cary.