Jing Fong Restaurant

38 reviews

(212) 964-5256

20 Elizabeth St 2nd Fl
New York, NY 10013 40.716 -73.9971

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Neighborhoods: Chinatown, Downtown

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Last updated 4.11.12

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Restaurants, Wholesale Importers

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American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Breakfast, Food Delivery, Brunch

Cuisine:

Asian, Chinese

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Dim sum in Chinatown can be something of a lively madhouse, and Jing Fong encourages its customers to get involved: Those too hungry to wait for cart service can hover by the kitchens to nab fresh treats. As the afternoon progresses, you'll see as many waitstaff as customers scurrying after food carts with bill cards in hand, clutching stacks of steamers back to their tables. The diverse assortment of dim sum fare is exceptionally tasty: From pork and vegetable egg rolls to every type of fried and steamed dumplings, in addition to buffet-style raw seafood cooked to order. The culinary…

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Know Before You Go:: Jing Fong serves dim sum everyday from 10am-3:30 pm, but the kitchen visibly slows down around 3pm. Like all dim sum places, the earlier you go, the fresher the food--and the less likely you'll have to wait.
The Extras:: If dim sum isn't your thing, check out top-notch Shanghainese cuisine at the nearby New Green Bo for an outstanding menu alternative.
Parking:: Parking in Chinatown is basically impossible during the day.

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User Reviews (38)

ambiance	100.0% positive	“Not only is this place always packed (no wonder) but the atmosphere is lively/busy and the waiters really nice.” “incredible variety and a fun cultural experience if you take it with a smile!” “great eating experiences are not about decor or presentation.” “Left satisfied--there is a pretty good decor in this huge, grandiose restaurant.”
drinks	100.0% positive	“The jasmine green tea was pretty good too.” “The steamed dumplings and pork buns are good, as is the rice wrapped in tea leaves (or banana leaves?)”
food quality	82.69000053405762% positive	“You just smile and enjoy your delicious snails!” “They have a good lunch special where you get a small bowl of hot and sour soup and a rice plate entree.” “The food was simply delicious and the variety was unbeatable.” “Good service good food” “The food is fantastic.” “The food is good but the place is often times so busy that some folks have to actually chase down the cart pushing ladies.” “The steamed dumplings and pork buns are good, as is the rice wrapped in tea leaves (or banana leaves?)” “Maybe the restaurant thinks it may claim to offer an authentic Hong Kong experience but Hong Kong should be insulted.” “Secret tip: word is that for Sunday brunch, the best food comes out first, so get here by 11.” “The food was cold and just average.” “The service had been slow and inattentive the whole time, but after my table received the check, I asked to have food wrapped up, but was blown off and told 'later'.” “The food is bad: salty and greasy.” “loved everything we tried- from the shrimp dumplings, scallion steamed scallops, chicken noodle wrapper, sesame rice ball, etc.” “The food wasn't bad.” “This was the worst meal I've had in ages.” “Just great food.” “The food is pretty good and the price is average.” “the place gets very crowded on the weekends, so be prepared to be told that your favorite dim sum dish is sold out.” “Delicious range of items from fresh seafood or pork dumplings to more exotic selections like snails and chicken feet.” “For lunch I recommend the spicy crispy chicken or the yummy sliced fish.” “The dim-sum are delicious, well-priced, and most importantly, freshly made and non-greasy.” “Decent food, bad service.” “also like the sticky rice wrapped in a dark green leaf (rather then the kind just served in a scoop on a plate).” “The food was good too.” “the food was fantastic!” “If you just can't wait for the lady with the cart to come around help yourself to steaming pans of authentic Chinese food a la carte.”
menu variety	87.5% positive	“incredible variety and a fun cultural experience if you take it with a smile!” “The food was simply delicious and the variety was unbeatable.” “Delicious range of items from fresh seafood or pork dumplings to more exotic selections like snails and chicken feet.” “The dinner menu is good but can be cheaper elsewhere.”
overall	100.0% positive	“I've tasted better but it's a nice place to go if you're craving dim sum.” “The food is good but the place is often times so busy that some folks have to actually chase down the cart pushing ladies.”
service	73.53000164031982% positive	“Nevertheless, this place sports a HUGE dining hall (and I dont mean by new york standards) and endless cart service.” “If you feel like being treated like cattle by the extremely rude staff, then wait for a semi-clean and uncomfortable table so you can sample the mostly cold, sometimes passable dim sum.” “the waitstaff was very nice and the service was outstanding!” “The service had been slow and inattentive the whole time, but after my table received the check, I asked to have food wrapped up, but was blown off and told 'later'.” “We were given horrible service.” “Staff was friendly - at times it was a long wait for the card.” “Don't expect refined service at a huge dim sum palace - expect a cultural experience.” “Not only is this place always packed (no wonder) but the atmosphere is lively/busy and the waiters really nice.” “And if it's not crowded, the staff is really attentive.” “The service was actually excellent, which wasn't expected.” “definitely recommend going to Jing Fong for great dim sum and good service.” “won't mark up on the service because I have been a native of Chinatown and it's restaurants for 20 years and no matter which restaurant, service was simply less than good.” “Decent food, bad service.” “Unlike many other Chinatown dim sum places, Jing Fong's waitstaff are friendly and helpful.” “Was very pleased with the service -attentive staff.” “Service is rude: all the waiters looked like your miserable, underpaid immigrant workers who rudely throw your plates and utensils at you.” “Good service good food”
value	85.71000099182129% positive	“Among the most decent portions around.” “Prices are good and the portions are decent.” “The food is pretty good and the price is average.” “Don't expect refined service at a huge dim sum palace - expect a cultural experience.” “Left satisfied--there is a pretty good decor in this huge, grandiose restaurant.” “The dim sum is very inexpensive average $3 therefore you'll come out with a full belly.” “The place is awesome: a huge room with lots of seating.”
wait time	50.0% positive	“The service had been slow and inattentive the whole time, but after my table received the check, I asked to have food wrapped up, but was blown off and told 'later'.” “Staff was friendly - at times it was a long wait for the card.”

11/19/10

Fun place

by harveycritic

If you go on a weekend, Saturday is less crowded than Sunday. Arrive not at 1 pm. or 2 p.m. (if you arrive later than 2 p.m., forget it). Get there at 10.30 a.m. The food is freshest then, and you will not have to wait in the lobby or out on the street. Sometimes the dim sum will be luke warm, sometimes nice and hot, but always delicious. I almost always ignore the women with the carts but go straight to the buffet table which, surprisingly, is not crowded as most people wait for the carts. Sitting with strangers is no problem at all. The place is clean. When a group leaves, the waiters turn down the dirty tableclothes, and set up clean ones for you. I've never found an insect EVER in the place. Some critics have said the waiters throw the tea and utensils at you. This is not The Four Seasons. I've found everyone polite.

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03/09/10

A dining adventure

by Evanismo , Citysearch Contributor

Eating at this dim sum restaurant is an exercise in organized chaos, one that leaves the diner full, happy, and only slightly overwhelmed. First entering can be something of a hassle, as the line is often long and the wait system complicated. After going up a set of escalators and entering the football field-sized dining room, you are shuffled to your table, often shared with other diners. This is where the action begins. In true dim sum style, the wait staff races around the room wheeling carts plied high with delicacies, from steaming noodles to coconut dessert pudding. Catch them as they run by, point at something that looks good, and enjoy. A number of dishes are also available in the back of the room, including some rare vegetables. I had the opportunity to witness a dragon and drum parade while eating there, which, while entertaining, went about 20 minutes too long. Even with the loud thumping, this was something of an experience. Secret tip: word is that for Sunday brunch, the best food comes out first, so get here by 11.