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    Hing Kee Restaurant

    3.6 (933 reviews)
    ModerateVietnamese, Chinese, Thai
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Myra Y.

    It was our first time here and probably last. Unfortunately the food fell short and was just okay. The hand pulled noodles did not look nor taste hand pulled. When you order hand pulled noodles you expect the slight chewiness and texture that they are known for. The salt and pepper pork had a battered coating much like that of sweet and sour chicken and not the thinner version you get elsewhere. The salt and pepper taste were lacking. The xiao long bao was probably the only thing we really enjoyed. Service was speedy and the food came out fast. Unfortunately there are too many other restaurants for us to visit to come back for just a meh experience.

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    Jessica T.

    Food quantity is the best. Every single dish that we ordered is shareable and delicious. So pricing is not that bad considering that everything is shareable. Our total came up to $58.62 after ordering 1 boba, 1 appetizer, 1 soup, 1 XLB, & 1 fried rice. This food quantity would have been enough for 3-4 people to share depending on how much you eat. Service is a little lacking when it comes to checking on you but if you flag a server, they'll attend to your needs immediately. Ambiance is an authentic mom & pop Chinese restaurant. Big tables, shareable dishes. TIP: If you like condiments such as siracha or hoisin, you have to ask.

    Kari O.

    (Kari's Rating 9.9/10) Came for lunar new year with a friend, came right about 6 PM and got seated right away. Ordered two orders of the pork Xiaoling bao. This has to be my absolute favorite place for soup dumplings, I would take this place over your triple crown, and QXY. The trick is eating these soup dumplings before the bottoms give out and the soup explodes as you have to eat them a little bit fast.

    La'chelle S.

    Hing Kee is definitely worth a stop, but just know you might have a bit of a wait. The wait was longer than we would've liked, but the restaurant isn't that big, so I totally understand how it can back up during busy times. Once we were seated, the restaurant was standard looking and clean. The food made up for it. The egg rolls were super fresh, hot, and perfectly seasoned with a great crunch. The General Tso chicken was the star though, really flavorful with a nice balance of sweet and heat, and there was this bright hit of orange zest that made the whole dish stand out. Overall, great food and I'd come back, I'd just plan ahead and expect a wait.

    Salinda N.

    Hing Kee has a huuuuuge menu, but I only wanted dumplings because I wanted to eat at other places too. Ordered the pork xiao long bao and the shrimp & pork dumplings in szechuan chili oil. Didn't get much of that soupy goodness with the XLB because each one was unfortunately leaking already before I even touched them. So all in all, the dumplings were good, but were they amazing? No. I was disappointed, but still liked the dumplings even though there was no soup in them. Service was whatever and the table we were sat at was a bit dirty. The Vietnamese coffee was awful too. I figured it wouldn't be good as I wouldn't order something Vietnamese at a Chinese place, but husband really wanted coffee. Don't order it haha

    Mapo tofu - no pork
    Vandana M.

    This place needs to be more popular!! The food is heavenly! The food was so good, I didn't take pics of everything cuz I got really busy eating The flavors were dancing in my mouth! I had a couple of vegetarian items- mapo tofu and friend eggplants. My family had a few chicken dishes and each one loved it all. The table next to us got some fried rice and the aroma made me hungry immediately after finishing my dinner. I know what I'm getting next time. This restaurant is in the middle of China Town, so parking is always a challenge, but put in the effort and get here cuz it's worth it.

    Chicken & Cabbage Dumplings
    Adeola O.

    This restaurant is located in Chinatown. It is a very small establishment, seating is limited. We sat down & placed our order pretty quickly. We ordered the chicken dumplings and combination fried rice. I also got a brown rice, green tea. The combination fried rice came out first it wasn't fresh. It was served to us a bit lukewarm. Decent size dish, it can serve up to two people. The rice was very mid in flavor. It lacked the traditional fried rice taste. We requested chili oil to savor our food. The chili oil added a good heat to it. The chicken dumplings were excellent. You do get quite a bit. Me and my partner shared them and had a few left over to take home. My brown rice tea was excellent nice and light green tea flavor with a nutty rice undertone. The cleanliness of the outside area where we all eat at was pretty up to par. However, the bathrooms were disgusting as soon as you walk back there before even entering the bathroom it smells atrocious. I walked into the women's restroom. It was a pigsty. I saw something floating above the door doorway and it was a roach caught in a spiderweb. It doesn't even feel safe to wash your hands in there it is that dirty. They need to do something about that because that is a representation of how they are treating their kitchen back there because it is right next to the kitchen. I did feel some kind of way after eating and seeing that but Hopefully they get their bathroom together other than that I did enjoy my experience here. I might come back because they have so many great options on their menu and I'm interested in trying a few other things. The service was good. They accommodated us intended to all of our needs.

    Braised Beef Traditional Hand-Pulled Noodle Soup
    Freddy C.

    If you're craving comforting, old school Chinese flavors in Chicago's Chinatown, Hing Kee is a must-visit. The food feels deeply rooted in tradition simple, hearty, and made to be enjoyed slowly. Shanghai Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao) These are the star. The wrappers are thin yet sturdy, holding a generous amount of rich, savory broth. One bite and the soup bursts out, followed by well seasoned pork that's juicy and fragrant. They're balanced, not overly greasy, and taste exactly how soup dumplings should warm, delicate, and satisfying. Braised Beef Hand Pulled Noodles This bowl is pure comfort. The hand pulled noodles have a great chewy texture, and the braised beef is tender with deep, slow-cooked flavor. The broth is aromatic and savory without being overpowering, making it the kind of dish you want on a cold day or honestly, any day. Shrimp, Pork & Mushroom Hand Pulled Noodles Light yet flavorful, this noodle dish highlights clean, authentic tastes. The shrimp are fresh, the pork adds richness, and the mushrooms bring an earthy depth. Everything comes together beautifully with the springy hand pulled noodles, making it a great option if you want something comforting but not too heavy. Overall, Hing Kee delivers genuinely authentic Chinese cuisine with a focus on handmade noodles and classic flavors. No frills, no shortcuts just honest food that reminds you why Chinatown spots like this have stood the test of time. If you appreciate traditional cooking and comforting bowls of noodles, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

    Pork xiao long bao
    Katy C.

    I wanted soup dumplings while in Chicago and found this spot while searching online. Nate and I walked in around 8 pm on a weekday and were able to get a table right away. The menu is huge, but we were focused - we got an order of pork xiao long bao and shrimp toast. Service is no frills and efficient. The dumplings came out steaming hot and they were full of pork. A few did stick to the basket and ripped, so that was a little sad, but they were flavorful and tasty. I loved the shrimp toast - it was crispy and savory, and covered in sesame seeds. I would definitely come back for more soup dumplings and other dishes. The portions for main items looked huge, and it would be a great place for groups.

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    Trinh T.

    Food: Szechwan Style Stir Fried String Beans - your standard string bean dish and how you'd imagine it to taste. wasn't mind blowing but still good and good shareable portion. Xiao Long Bao Pork Soup Dumplings - soupy and flavorful! came out just how like my soup dumplings to be. i love to eat this with chili oil or vinegar! Xiao Long Bao Chicken Soup Dumplings - yummy if you prefer chicken as your protein and it's also laid on a bed of cabbage. soupy and flavorful as well! Stir Fried Soy Sauce Flat Noodles - flat noodles are on a more soft side and the beef isn't too salty (a problem i ran into at some other places serving the same dish) loved the veggies with this as well. also a good shareable portion Service: decent service here. very straightforward! Ambiance: cozy and causal chinese restaurant vibes in the middle of china town! nice restaurant to stop and eat with others.

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    Steph G.

    Yeah, generally when I'm in town, I do like to come over here and visit. I'm a creature of habit and I know there's other places to try in Chinatown but I really come here for about three or four dishes. Today was no exception. I opted for the egg rolls and the Chinese broccoli and beef lo mein with the soft noodle. It was a quiet Friday afternoon due to the severe weather so it was nice not to have to wait. Service was friendly and helpful. It would've been a great day for any of the noodle soup bowls. Both the eggroll and broccoli beef noodle dish were excellent. I ended up taking the leftovers home. I will definitely come back when I visit. Known for their soup dumplings - I did not have them this time, but they are really good as are of the scallion pancakes.

    Amy D.

    Great service, not so great soup dumplings. I really wanted to like the xiao long bao here, but sadly every single one of them came broken at the bottom so the soup leaked out before I could even taste it. We asked the waitress if we could get another batch in case this was a faulty one. Same issue with the next one. Unfortunately I can't recommend their soup dumplings. If you go, try some of their other dishes! -AD

    Chicken Fried Rice( with onions everyone) onions everywhere
    Juan G.

    Everything comes with onion says server, but menu does say comes with onions. You get more onions on this food than meat. Never knew rice comes with onions didn't know steak comes with onions. Orange chicken didn't comes with onions chicken nuggets didn't come with onions. Didn't get a plate refund or fixed for this mistake. Pictures will say everything. There's lettuce not onions on everything. Can you fix this problem for everyone. Again don't say everything has onions if not everything has onions

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    Love the food here! Such a good casual spot in Chinatown and normally my go-to place. Their Xiao long bao are amazing

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    Is it BYOB?

    I'm pretty sure it is, there is a liquor store in the strip across from there.

    Do they have a variety of soup dumplings or just crab with pork? Was hoping for at least just pork.

    Yes, they do have different ones. The traditional one is pork only.

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