Thin, delicate rice noodle rolls that are a Chinatown must-try. Expect a wait, but the food is worth it.
This Chinatown gem is celebrated for its incredibly thin and delicate rice noodle rolls, a must-try for any visitor. While the food receives high praise, be prepared for potential waits, as this popular spot can get quite busy.
The standout dish is undoubtedly the rice noodle rolls, lauded for their delicate texture and flavor. Other mentioned items include curry fish balls and tea eggs. While most feedback is positive, some reviewers suggest alternatives if the wait becomes excessive.
"The rice noodle rolls are consistently recommended, with specific mentions of the deluxe noodle roll and shrimp rice noodle rolls. Curry fish balls and tea eggs are also noted as good choices."
Customers rave about the exceptional quality and thinness of the rice noodle rolls. However, long wait times are a common complaint.
Important Note
Wait times can be exceptionally long, with some customers reporting waits of over an hour. It is advised to call ahead or visit during off-peak hours if possible.
"The author learned to call ahead to Yi Ji Shi Mo to avoid an hour wait."
Neutral"This restaurant was mentioned as a suggestion for a place that is usually packed on weekends but easier to get into on weekdays."
Neutral"This user mentioned liking the tea eggs from Yi Ji Shi Mo on Elizabeth St."
Positive"The commenter's Cantonese mother-in-law stated that Yi Ji Shi Mo has the best cheong fun outside of China."
Positive"This user recommended Yi Ji Shi Mo in Chinatown for fresh homemade ho fun noodles, noting they are similar to pad see ew noodles."
Positive"Yi Ji Shi Mo was listed as a recommendation for Chinatown."
Neutral"This restaurant was cited as a suggestion for budget-friendly meals, likely under $10, in Chinatown."
Neutral"This commenter suggested Yi Ji Shi Mo is a good replacement for rice rolls but advised skipping it if there's a long line, as it's not worth a 20-30 minute wait given other good alternatives exist."
Neutral"This commenter suggested Yi Ji Shi Mo is a good replacement for rice rolls but advised skipping it if there's a long line, as it's not worth a 20-30 minute wait given other good alternatives exist."
Neutral"Yi Ji Shi Mo is listed among several recommendations."
Neutral"The commenter questions if this restaurant's rice rolls are significantly better than others and if they justify the higher price point, noting they haven't visited in years."
Neutral"This commenter expresses a strong liking for the food, stating they could eat it every day."
Positive"This commenter details their experience of over 1 hour and 45-minute wait times on two separate occasions and mentions going to West Rice Roll King instead, where the wait was 20 minutes or less."
Negative"Despite hating the wait, this commenter considers it their favorite rice roll place in the city."
Positive"Replying to a comment about wait times, this user agrees that going in the late afternoon still results in a 20+ minute wait."
Neutral"This user expresses frustration with the wait times and mentions they now go to another place, missing when the restaurant wasn't as popular."
Negative"In response to a query about wait times, this user states that the wait was 10 minutes but only took 5."
Neutral"This commenter suggests that visiting early can result in no wait time, as lunch rushes make quick turnover difficult."
Neutral"This user reports a 1-hour wait time when they visited last weekend."
Neutral"This user asks about wait times, mentioning that they usually experience a minimum 30-minute wait."
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