Trendy SoHo Chinese w/ amazing soup dumplings & crispy duck. Great happy hour & wine selection.
This trendy SoHo spot offers authentic, high-quality Chinese cuisine with inspiration from Flushing. Praised for its modern atmosphere and open kitchen, it's a go-to for delicious soup dumplings and crispy duck. The happy hour, featuring dumplings and a well-curated wine selection, is a particularly good value.
The restaurant is celebrated for its authentic and high-quality Chinese cuisine, with a particular emphasis on their soup dumplings, described as 'works of art.' The crispy duck is also a frequently recommended dish. While generally well-loved, some reviews note that the soup dumplings, while good, might not be as exceptional as those at other specialized establishments.
"The soup dumplings are frequently highlighted as a must-try, often described as works of art. The crispy duck is also a popular recommendation."
Customers generally have a positive view of this restaurant, highlighting its authentic Chinese dishes, particularly the soup dumplings and crispy duck. Some find it a bit pricey but acknowledge the good happy hour deals and wine selection.
Important Note
While generally praised, some diners find the soup dumplings at this establishment not as exceptional as those at specialized dumpling restaurants. Additionally, the restaurant's atmosphere is described as modern and somewhat clinical.
"The user simply recommended Pinch in SoHo."
Negative"Pinch is recommended for Taiwanese beef noodle soup."
Neutral"The user recommended Pinch Chinese."
Neutral"This commenter believes the xlb at Din Tai Fung are comparable to Nan Xiang but much more affordable. They also mentioned trying Pinch, but were not particularly impressed with their xlb."
Neutral"This user recommends Pinch for 'bougie' Chinese food with a 'sexy vibe', although they acknowledge it's pricier. They also mentioned that they were not particularly impressed with Pinch's xlb."
Neutral"This restaurant offers elevated Chinese cuisine and has been a favorite since its opening."
Positive"The author recommends Pinch Chinese and states that Red Farm was poor."
Positive"Pinch Chinese is recommended for Peking duck."
Neutral"This user stated that Pinch is the second best option for soup dumplings, with Little Dumpling being the best."
Neutral"The food at Pinch Chinese was unremarkable."
Neutral"Pinch is highly recommended, particularly for its Michelin-starred sommelier and wine pairing."
Positive"Pinch is described as very good and reasonably priced, though it has a casual feel compared to fine dining options."
Positive"This user agrees with the recommendation for Pinch."
Positive"Pinch is recommended as a good dining option."
Positive"A brief recommendation for Pinch Chinese, suggesting they have non-pork soup dumplings."
Neutral"Pinch Chinese is recommended for its Peking duck, though it's not a traditional style. Raoul's across the street is suggested for a non-Chinese preparation."
Neutral"Pinch Chinese was listed as a recommended restaurant for Peking or roast duck."
Neutral"The recommendation for Pinch Chinese was seconded by a user."
Positive"Pinch Chinese is a popular place, especially among the foreign crowd, and is known for proper Peking duck preparation where skin and meat are separated and served with thin pancakes and sweet bean sauce."
Positive"Pinch Chinese was recommended by a user."
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