Hop Shing Restaurant Inc
(212) 267-0220
9 Chatham Sq
New York,
NY
10038
40.7137
-73.998
Neighborhoods: Two Bridges, Downtown
What People Are Saying About Hop Shing Restaurant Inc
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Contributor
Citysearch
With its wood paneling and red vinyl booths, Hop Shing's interior is pure Edward Hopper. The "No Smoking" sign is the only reminder that you have not been transported to some infinitely more colorful past. An OTB parlor two doors down assures a steady stream of picturesque clientele--the cast of a Cantonese production of "Guys and Dolls," maybe. The families lining up by the counter are there to buy bags and boxes of sweet and savory pastries, including some of the best pork buns and egg custard tarts in the city. Dim sum is served every morning, with a single creaky cart making its way slowly around the dining room, offering simple and delicate dumplings. Get a cup of sweet coffee and linger for a while, nibbling your way into another time.
User Reviews
Anonymous
October 20, 2008
This restaurant seems typical of the Cantonese restaurants in Chinatown (which is just about every restaurant) - it's loud and bustling, the atmosphere is very lively. Their pork over rice (pai gwut fan, since I'm not familiar with the actual English name) is the pretty good. I've always liked the ones over at Mei Wah restaurant, but that's just my personal preference.
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October 11, 2008
If you're looking for a quiet, comfortable place to enjoy your meal - do not go to Hop Shing Restaurant. If you're looking for a place that replicates any great restaurant in China or Hong Kong (aka, yelling, bustling dining room, great authentic Chinese food) then Hop Shing is your place. I've never had better Cantonese roast pork than the ones I got here (and many will fight for that distinction!). The price for sitting down and eating, given the chaotic atmosphere, may not be worth it - but it's great as a quick stop in and get out restaurant.
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June 12, 2008
Hop Shing Restaurant Inc is among one of the many restaurants in Chinatown to go to to grab a bite. The food is good, however, the place for seating is not that large. Crowding easily rises. Another problem is that if you are ordering food to go, the lines are just complete chaos. There are people who are shouting across the room for their order, when they are not even on line. The workers do not know who to tend to first, and this is quite frustrating for the customer.
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