I'd call this place a hidden gem in Chinatown. It's one of my favorite spots for authentic Cantonese cuisine and an incredible value, especially for lunch. It's always packed with locals, which says a lot about the taste. They occasionally offer a twin lobster special for like $38, a great deal in NYC today. Most importantly, the food is delicious. The atmosphere and service are old-school Cantonese: casual, bustling, and a bit loud, just like many classic neighborhood restaurants. It's cash only, but it's def worth a visit. read more

This place is an underdog because it doesn't get the hype it deserves. Fair warning: you gotta speak Cantonese to really nail your order, but it's worth figuring out. The food is absolutely dire and in the best way. The bitter melon was so good. The onion lobster was absolutely delicious--tender, flavorful, perfectly executed. The sweet and sour pork was authentic, not that fried Americanized garbage you get everywhere else. This is legit Hong Kong cooking done right by people who know what they're doing. If you can navigate the language barrier, you'll discover something special. Highly recommend. read more

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Food was pretty average that you just had to hold your breath and enjoy the food. Is it the worst I've had, no. But for Chinatown, I'd say it wasn't all that impressionable or noteworthy. I will say, however, the clams were tasty. In this day and age, $20 for a plate of clams dining out is cheap. I couldn't believe we had to order rice with our entrees though. Service wasn't great and they kept saying they were closing soon when it was 8 PM. Not very considerate, and were demanding. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

The $12.99 steamed fish lunch special is an absolute steal! The fish was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. This is a small restaurant, so be prepared to share a table with strangers, especially during busy hours. You'll see plenty of older locals dining here, which adds to the authentic experience. The staff were attentive and friendly, even though they were extremely busy. The restaurant isn't the most spotless, but the food is delicious and the value is hard to beat. Highly recommended! read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Steamed Grass Fish - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

Cafe Hong Kong has become my fave Chinese dinner spot in ct. The kitchen is impressively efficient. Dishes came out quick and flavors were on point Seabass (5/5): The absolute standout. It was a generous portion, exceptionally meaty, and executed with a velvety, succulent texture Fried Tofu (4.5/5): One of the better fried tofu dishes I've had. I loved the crisp-yet-silken texture, though a touch more heat would have made it perfect Snow Peas (4.25/5): veggie staple that helped balanced the heavier dishes Eggplant with Salted Fish (4/5): A solid dish, though the umami depth of the salted fish was a bit too subtle for my taste Lobster (4/5): A classic garlic preparation; reliable and well-prepared Mayo Shrimp (3.75/5): While I prefer the sauce on top, they serve it on the side here, great for those who value crunch over coating Peking Pork Chop (3/5): Unfortunately, the least memorable of the spread A must-visit if you're looking for authentic flavors and lightning-fast service read more

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Absolutely PHENOMENAL food, in fact it was so good i downloaded yelp just so i could rate this place a 5 star. Fantastic service, food, and aesthetics read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Inside - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

Always walked by this place when we're in Chinatown and today we finally tried it. The clams with black bean sauce it's a chef recommendation dish and it's worth ordering! It reminded me of my childhood and I could have eaten two bowls of rice with that sauce lol. The baked pork chop rice is a little bit different from places like Kon Sik Tong. The sauce is bright red and I don't think they put any cheese on top (or barely put any cheese). It also comes with big chunks of tomatoes. The service is very fast, like most canto places. It feels very authentic and well visited by locals. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Clams in black bean sauce - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

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My parents took us here for dinner. I would recommend a reservation as it was really full when we got there. My mom was able to make one for the same day earlier in the day. The food wasn't as good as I hoped for. I thought the fish maw soup was odd tasting due to the addition of the corn. Why ruin something so traditional? The walnut shrimp also was ok. Otherwise everything else was good but did not quite exceed expectations for us to actively choose a place like this over Wus Wonton or Uncle Lou. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

Solid 4.5 stars for flavor, vibes and value at this bustling Chinatown restaurant. 100% locals but dont let that dissuade you, and it's nothing fancy but it's got an A rating now so who cares. Just look at this feast we shared for less than $20 each! read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Everything was great: Clams in black bean sauce, mixed veggies and salted pork chops. - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

The food here is amazingly good. Every time I am in Chinatown I have to stop here to eat. Conveniently located few blocks away from the subway station is a plus. The only thing is that they only accept CASH, They crispy garlic chicken is soooo good and so are the garlic eggplants. Don't get fooled by their look is nothing fancy. But you are sure going to enjoy the food. Also the portions are great a lot of food so you might wanna order couple of dishes to share. The employees are nice and they will tell you if you have any doubts about the amount of food you should order. read more

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We visited on a Saturday, shortly after opening time. Place has great lunch specials and a great selection of dishes. We ordered steam fish, pork ribs, stir fried fish and tofu, and a noodle dish. Service and staff were excellent. We visited on a Saturday, shortly after opening time and the restaurant quickly filled up with customers (a good sign of a good restaurant!@). Will be returning. Highly recommended. read more

Hubs and I met up with daughter for lunch here. They have lunch specials and Hubs liked that. LOL. We got the following: Sweet and sour pork - this is daughter's go to now and she loves it here. It's nice and crispy and sweet. Soft shell crabs - I liked the way they fry their soft shell crabs here. It's likely breaded and fried unlike other places. It's delicious and perfectly salted and peppered. Price was very reasonable, also! Steamed Carp Fish- this took a while to come out. It's a pretty popular dish here. Even though it tasted great, I was disappointed at the portion. The entree shrunk to a small portion nowadays. Back then, it was significantly larger. Ribs with bitter melon- this was delicious as well with the right amount of black bean sauce. I'm glad we got a chance to come back for their lunch specials. Will definitely return to try other items on the menu! read more

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This spot is a go-to for my family, especially my mom. We've been coming here for years for casual family dinners, and it never disappoints. The food comes out fast, hot, and consistently good. Plus, it's reasonably priced, which is always a bonus. We always order the Sweet and Sour Pork--it's crispy, perfectly balanced, and a favorite at our table every time. The Lobster is another standout. I'm pretty sure they coat it in cornstarch before cooking, which helps seal in the juices and keep the meat tender and flavorful. A little trick I learned from my uncle who was a chef in Hong Kong. My mom's favorite is the Steamed Fish. She always says it's fresh and perfectly cooked soft, flaky, and delicate. If you're looking for classic Cantonese comfort food in a laid-back setting, this place is definitely worth a visit. Cash only! read more

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My friend ordered for us, so I could not tell you the names of the plates. Of them, I liked the chicken the most - so juicy and succulent with the garlic soy sauce flavor that you can scoop on top. The eggplant and string beans were perhaps my next favorite. The T bone could have used more flavor, and the breaded fish was breaded a bit too much compared to the meat of the fish. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - T bone - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

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what a great family style Cantonese restaurant! Came here with the fam on a Sunday (early evening) as this place gets kinda busy fast. We were seated immediately and were given ample time to order our meal. All the food came out pretty fast and all at once lol. We got a little bit of everything (some things weren't pictured /: ) but the highlights of the meal had to be the Cantonese style lobster & clams! They had tons of flavor and really gave me that home styled cooking vibe. Everything else was great too don't get me wrong. A must try spot if you're in Chinatown with a group! read more

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Food: The food is delicious here and very authentic! They had a deal for two lobsters for $38. We also tried the garlic pea shoots, steamed carp, braised carp and tofu, and string beans. All dishes were great especially the lobster and steamed carp. The braised carp and tofu was a nice dish to try but I probably wouldn't order it again. It comes out on a flame to keep it warm and bubbly while you eat. The dishes here taste homemade and authentic so I would highly recommend this place in Chinatown. Service: Service was great. Staff are friendly and welcoming. They are attentive and always around if you need something. Ambiance: The restaurant isn't large but can accommodate large groups. They have two to three large round tables and some smaller tables for parties of four. The restaurant is nice and clean as well. Overall, I would highly recommend this place! read more

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Actual review is closer to a 3.75. No frills spot but does the job especially for ABCs/locals who want their Cantonese food craving satisfied. We got the lobster, fried seafood (squid, scallop, shrimp), garlic pea shoots, and garlic crispy chicken. The chicken and veggies stood out but portions were generally huge. Will come back to try the lobster cooked a diff style and maybe order the black bean sauce clams! Def a loud hole in a wall spot but not bad! They calculated our bill correctly but based on other reviews here, do check carefully and ask if any questions. Warning to my young ppl: cash only! read more

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First time here last night with my family! They were able to accommodate a party of 18 at the last minute. Service was great, checked to see if we had any food allergies. We had one tree nut allergy and they brought the walnuts for the walnut shrimp out separately. Food was plentiful and delicious! Just a note - cash only!! Luckily we had someone who travels with a lot of cash lol read more

Came after Super Saturday parade for a dinner with friends and why did I not find out about this place sooner??? Their dishes were huge and for a reasonable price. Amongst 4 people, we ordered 5 dishes to share and we left with full bellies and leftovers to take home!!! Their service is friendly and quick; the place was full of patrons and always a wait for a table. The food came out quick after order was placed, they do not rush you out at all. Definitely returning to tryout their lunch specials and other dishes! read more

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really great cantonese food for cheap that exceeded my expectations!! truly a no frills establishment doing things authentically and i'm always here for that. tried a variety of dishes - steamed fish, pork chop over rice, pea shoots, chow fun. all were really good!! the chow fun had a delicious smoky char. highly rec!!! and be prepared to bring cash as it is cash only. read more

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This place is packed but luckily our wait was only 10 minutes. Food here is delicious and very generous portions. Service was pretty good considering how busy the place is and workers very friendly. Will definitely come back. read more

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Nice small spot for Hong Kong food, they have many dishes on the menu, classic food. The clams were great, portion size is good as well. They also gave orange at the end. Will be trying other stuff on the menu next time! read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Young chow fried rice - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

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Good, classic restaurant with a wide variety of Hong Kong dishes. Both dishes I ordered were good and well priced. Usually less busy than a lot of other surrounding restaurants, and is filled with locals. I would definitely love to come back to try more menu items. Also, it's cash only. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - chicken - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

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I was staving after my class and was craving for some authentic good quality Cantonese dishes and decided to come here to check them out. My usual spot is Great Noodle Town but since my friend highly recommend this place, I figured why not. Their restaurant is not fancy but it's decent and their service is fast. When I sat down, they immediately gave me a full pot of hot tea which was great because it's winter and I'm cold and thirsty. Shortly after reviewing their menu, I knew what I wanted. It was their pan fried seafood noodle and their peking pork chop. The wait wasn't too bad despite how busy they are and it was freaking delicious. I love the gravy sauce on my noodles that complimented well with the crunch from the noodles. As for the peking pork chop, it was at another level. Their pork chop was not too thick and not too thin and the sauce and a strong yummy plum/orange flavor to it which was absolutely wonderful. Overall, I was very pleased. Would I come back here. Hell yesssss. It's good, it's fairly priced, it's has a good vibe. As for big groups, I highly recommend reserving tables. When i was there, it seems like three big tables were booked so people that did walk in had to wait. As I was sitting there eating, there was a lot of people trickling in and they had to just wait, watch me eat and hope their tables open soon. read more

Food was mid at best. There are a lot of better places in Chinatown than this one. I will say that there are plenty of colorful conversations going on if you understand Cantonese. Hopefully your children don't...because you may want to cover their ears. read more

We ordered lobster, crab, oysters, lamb chops, fish, Chinese broccoli, green beans, tofu, etc Not meant for large parties Food 3/5 The fried dishes have enough "wok air" meaning the chef has the technique but dishes are either overcooked or missing in flavor. The fried crab had 0 taste--no joke. The lamb chops were dry. The lobster was flavored just right and so was the tofu if you add the sauce. The fish (not pictured) was a tad bit undercooked but the flavor was good. The white rice is hard--so skip it? Service 2.5/5 We were 2 tables about 20 ppl but the restaurant was not busy You had to keep reminding the staff of XYZ One of the servers got on a chair to take our group pic so I will round up They did a good job at uncorking our bottles but otherwise, they cannot do math because you had to say an extra plate, napkins, etc 3x Ambiance 2.5/5 The lighting affects it because it makes it look unhygienic Cleanliness 3/5 Bathrooms are bigger than other Chinatown restaurants And there's no wanter on the floor But that lighting just makes it look dewy I did not pay so I did not get the receipt and see pricing but I reckon it might bring the rating down if I do? read more

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Our family's favorite hong kong cafe! The portions are huge and very cheap for what you get. The lobster is one of our favorite dishes and when in season, definitely the best dish. Sweet & sour pork and the fish are our go-to dishes and the food comes out fast with great service. read more

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Family style lunch! Can't beat their prices and the size of their dishes. Old school flavor. Must get the ma po tofu, the oysters, garlic chicken, steam carp - can't go wrong with any dish. Staff were friendly and moved quickly. They checked in many times. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

The lobster, the lobster the lobster! You have to go for the lobster. We also ordered a roasted chicken and fried rice, which was all very delicious. You don't go for the ambience, just the food. Very attentive staff. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Lobster in garlic sauce - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

The food here was good and the portions were sizable. We came in and it wasn't too crowded so ww got seated right away. We ordered the Portuguese chicken baked rice as well as the pork chop over rice. Both portions were good - the baked chicken had a little too much sauce but I was fine with it at the time since J was looking for something a little saucy. The pork chop was nice and crisp but just simple with rice. Ambiance seemed hectic at times and the waiters were not synced up all the time so it took a while for them to figure out which table ordered which dish but eventually we got our food after watching them figure out where to go. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Pork chop on rice - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

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My parents and I came here for dinner at around 5:15 pm, and there were only 3 other tables. By the time 5:40 hit, the restaurant was completely packed, there were even diners waiting for seats. We got the steamed carp fish , sweet and sour pork, stir fried lobster, pineapple beef and tomato chicken fried rice/green pea shrimp fried rice (ying yang fried rice). The fish was by far my favorite dish, it was no wonder why every single table ordered it! The sweet and sour pork was also superb. The pork unlike most restaurants, was thin, so it was very tender, and the sauce had an interestingly slight smokey flavor to it. The pineapple beef had a very good "wok hei" flavor, and the fried rice was so so good. I didn't try the lobster, so I can't say much about that. The waiters are very attentive and quick, and the food comes out fairly quick. Please note, this is a CASH ONLY restaurant, so please bring enough cash. For a total of 5 dishes, our total came out to be $110, which is insanely affordable considering we got 2 seafood dishes, 2 meat and 1 rice dish. The restaurant seats 2 large groups, 5 smaller parties, and 3 mid-size parties, they do plenty of take out, and there is a toilet on premises. There were several old school photos around the restaurant, photos of the different dishes, and a large screen television. It's well ventilated, and not too hot. Wonderful place for lunch, take out or dinner! There were also a lot of elderly folks eating here, lots of them from the enping/toisan area, so you know it's good!! Not only elderly, but lots of younger kids, young adults, families, etc. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Steamed Carp Fish - $22.99 as of September 2024 - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

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This cafe doesnt look like a cafe. It has more of a chinese style restaurant vibe. The menu is huge compared to other cafe. This spot serves more than just cafe food. You can order jellyfish, lobster and a whole steam fish. Everything that was ordered was very flavorful. They cook everything as you order. Nothing came out cold besides the cold jellyfish dish. You can even order french fries for the kids. Overall a cheap eatery spot if you want to try a family style cafe. You can always order stuff to go. I would definitely come back to try the lunch menu. read more

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Pretty solid Cantonese style restaurant, definitely go for lunch, they have amazing lunch specials (everyday, including weekends!). This restaurant is loud, unapologetic and very canto authentic. We ordered their notable dishes, garlic chicken, beef with Chinese broccoli and the eggplant with salted chicken. All excellent and came to our table piping hot! Which is how dishes should arrive! All the dishes came with rice. Definitely recommend for lunch! read more

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Best tasting food. Very good customr service. Plain restaurant but the food is delicious;

Cafe Hong Kong is located in the heart of Chinatown. This is a go to spot when you just want to get together with friends and family on nights when it's too hot to cook at home! They serve down home Chinese food..!! The lamb chops with garlic and scallion are grilled to perfection!! Most of their customers order the twin lobsters plate.. seasoned with lots of scallions, ginger and garlic. I highly recommend ordering the braised eggplant and chicken with salted fish! There so much to choose from on their menu! read more

Delicious and authentic Chinese food with large portions to share. Cash only! Quick service and pot of hot tea placed on your table and refilled if needed. read more

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More like a 4.5/5! Wait staff are all nice, listened when we asked for things to be less salty, and asked if we needed his assistance in taking a family picture too heh. Ginger & Scallion Lobster Yi Mein: we originally order two lobsters, then the waiter asked if we wanted to add the noodles as it would be only $10 more. Best decision ever! Their lobsters are big and meaty so there were many pieces to go around for five people, plus the yi mein at the bottom of the dish was seriously so flavorful and delicious. We still think about that dish often and want to go back (it's been about 1.5 months). A classic dish done very, very right. Clams in Black Bean Sauce: flavorful bean sauce! Everyone loved the sauce and kept adding it to the fish dish that we also ordered. For the most part, the clams were pretty big but there were definitely some baby ones. Second favorite dish though! Deep Fried Fish with Sauce: I forgot what this dish/fish was, but it was a huge chunk of fish that had been deep fried, served on a hot plate, then sizzled when the peppery sauce was poured on top. I actually really liked this as well, but I don't think my family was expecting it to be fried, so they didn't enjoy the texture of the fish as much. I'd say a pretty juicy fish though! Beef Stew Bean Curd Casserole: the tendon wasn't very tender, but the beef definitely was Garlic Pea Shoots: super garlicky, sooo good, but I do think this one was on the oily side read more

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The service is great and the food is delicious. The place is always full but the chefs are quick and efficient.

We were looking forwards to having some authentic Chinese food in NYC but the service was brisk, if not downright rude at times. The floor was also not clean and very slippery in the area in front of the restrooms. The food itself came out fast and was nothing special. There were a few dishes like the tofu with salted fish that tasted extremely fishy and I couldn't eat much of it. Overall, a disappointing experience and I don't think we will be back. read more

Cafe Hong Kong - Cantonese Near Me - New York, New York

Classic HK Style family dining without the fancy restaurant prices. While many joints in Chinatown are very economical, this one does it with a wide variety of fare and the decor is inviting. This place has had a few face lifts, name changes and have been ever-changing since I've been frequenting it as a kid to adulthood but one thing that's been consistent is the good food. Something about this address I guess. Maybe the chefs in the back are the same?! I kid, I kid. With so many options in Chinatown, this one checks all the boxes. Menus are in both English and Chinese. Seasonal specials posted on the wall. TV in the main dining area. Tables of all sizes to accommodate the small to larger groups. Best part, the menu options! There truly is a dish for everyone... My family is the exact example of that. Lots of veggie dishes and tofu options. Proteins: beef, pork, chicken, fish and seafood. Covers it all. If you can't find what you want, they can possibly make it - just ask. I was even able to order my kiddos favorite, tomatoes and eggs. Simple yes, but believe it or not, not many places make it and so tasty. You laugh but we're happy campers here. Eat family style or individual plates. I totally recommend the eggplant. This is a great go to for dinner to go if you're not wanting to dine in. read more

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