Authentic Cantonese rice rolls & congee. Perfect comfort food, esp. for sick days. Chinatown staple for traditional flavors.
This Chinatown establishment is a go-to for authentic Cantonese rice rolls (chang fen) and comforting congee. Known for its specialty in fresh, made-to-order rice noodle rolls, it offers a taste of traditional Hong Kong flavors. Customers often praise the congee as a perfect remedy when feeling under the weather, with specific mentions of the pork and watercress variety being a standout.
The restaurant specializes in Cantonese cuisine, with a strong emphasis on fresh, made-to-order rice rolls (chang fen) and a variety of congee. While the congee is often praised as a comforting dish, particularly for those feeling unwell, the rice rolls receive mixed feedback. Some describe them as having more filling than rice, potentially being denser or less distinct than expected, while others appreciate the variety offered, including pork liver.
"The congee, particularly the pork and watercress variety, is highly recommended as a comforting dish. The Cantonese-style rice rolls (chang fen) are also a specialty, with the pork liver option being specifically mentioned."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, frequently recommending the congee for its comforting qualities and the fresh rice rolls as a signature Cantonese dish, though some find the rice rolls can be dense.
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One reviewer found the rice rolls to be underseasoned and less distinct from typical dim sum versions, while another described the congee base as 'weird.'.
"Expressed dislike for the congee base at Yin Ji Chang Fen, finding it 'weird,' and preferred the congee bases at Big Wong and another unnamed restaurant on Hester Street."
Negative"Mentioned Yin Ji Chang Fen as a place to get fish congee, possibly as an alternative for someone coming from Manhattan."
Neutral"The commenter recommends Yin Ji Chang Fen for its pork liver rice roll, as part of a broader appreciation for offal dishes."
Positive"The user was looking for authentic Hong Kong milk tea and listed Yin Ji Chang Fen as a place they have already tried."
Neutral"This user suggested Yin Ji Chang Fen as a potential option for a sesame allergy in Chinatown. They recommended sticking to plain rice rolls like fresh shrimp and congee, while emphasizing the need to confirm ingredients are not marinated and to request no sauce or seasoning."
Neutral"The commenter also likes yin ji chang fen."
Positive"The commenter had a great bowl of congee at Yin Ji Chang Fen, finding it hot and very good."
Positive"The commenter loves Yin Ji Chang Fen's pork and watercress congee (with extra ginger) and their milk tea, considering them an effective comfort for when sick."
Positive"Yin Ji Chang Fen is mentioned as a place to get congee."
Neutral"This establishment is mentioned as one of several places that offer a roast pork rice roll, a dish similar to what the original poster was seeking."
Neutral"Yin Ji Chang Fen is a preferred choice, described as a Chinese chain with more filling and higher prices. The commenter notes that other places have thick, stodgy rice rolls with sparse toppings that all taste similar."
Positive"A user found the description of the rice roll from Yin Ji Chang Fen appealing, stating it made them hungry."
Positive"The restaurant was chosen for its convenience and space for luggage, with the fresh rice rolls being somewhat disappointing compared to standard dim sum versions."
Negative"Recommended Yin Ji Chang Fen as a brunch spot in Chinatown."
Positive"Recommends Yin Ji Chang Fen, a sit-down restaurant specializing in rice noodle rolls."
Positive"Recommended for trying Cantonese rice rolls (chang fen)."
Positive"Makes fresh shrimp rice noodle rolls, but may have more filling than rice noodle."
Neutral"I love the congee from Yin Ji Chang Fen."
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