Congee Village

“Lychee ice was delicious and quite sweet, with a few real lychees in it. The braised lobster with scallions was a bit too salty. The osmanthus vermicelli and egg soup actually had a hint of osmanthus fragrance. The quality of their dishes is relatively consistent.”

“This lap cheong bamboo baked rice is my dream meal for under $11!! Congee Village is a longtime chinatown staple (30 years strong!), serving family style cantonese dishes, dim sum, congee, and rice at reasonable prices. We also get a free mung bean sweet soup at the end. I’ve been to their Flushing location for dim sum before, but their entrees are even better imo. ＊Chinese Sausage Bamboo Baked Rice 金銀臘腸燉飯 $10.95 ** Such amazing value! So much lap cheong (chinese sausage/臘腸) and lap yuk (chinese cured bacon/臘肉) piled on top of seasoned rice. The rice soaked up all the oil from lap cheong and the sauces. ＊Sha Cha Beef and Vermicelli in Casserole 沙茶牛肉粉絲煲 $22.95 ** Almost every table ordered a casserole, and I was surprised by how much beef they packed in. The vermicelli noodles held onto the sauce well. Easily a “rice thief” dish 🍚 ＊Sampan Congee 荔灣艇仔粥 $8.50 * The congee came out boiling hot. It was velvety, and loaded with toppings like shredded duck. Definitely eat it fresh though, because the heat from the clay pot makes the bottom start to stick together quickly. ＊Sauteed Lobster with Sticky Rice 糯米炒龍蝦 $48.95 (MP) * Many people rave about their lobster sticky rice online. It came with so many huge chunks of lobster so you can get your money worth it. There might be more lobster than sticky rice. It was also easy to pick the meat out with just a fork. ＊Fried Squid with Salt and Pepper 椒鹽鮮魷 $18.95 I wish it had a bit more salt and pepper, but otherwise the fried batter was thin and crispy. I’ve also never seen fried squid come in such huge, meaty pieces! ＊Honey Walnut Shrimp 核桃蝦球 $24.95 Skip. Walnut shrimp is usually a go-to, but this one was just okay.”

“Not sure how many years this place has been a New York staple, but it's been a while since my last visit. After eating here again, it’s still just as delicious. Here is a quick review: 👑 Garlic Fried Chicken: Roast chicken. My friend highly recommended this and said it’s a must-order every time. The skin is super crispy, the meat is tender and juicy, and the sauce at the bottom has a great garlic flavor. Delicious! 👑 Salt and Pepper Shrimp Balls: Perfectly fried and seriously impressive. The batter resembles fried milk or a tempura texture—incredibly crispy with a subtle milky fragrance when you bite into it. The shrimp themselves are plump and snappy. 👑 Crab Meat with Tofu: They use Japanese egg tofu that’s been lightly fried first. It comes with a generous amount of crab meat, and the flavor is perfectly savory and fresh. Emperor Chicken (Ba Wang Chicken): Steamed chicken with ginger and scallion oil. It’s good, but I definitely recommend the Garlic Fried Chicken over this one. Lychee Bay Sampan Congee (Ting Zai Porridge): Packed with ingredients, rich, and leaves a great aftertaste. Excellent value at under $9. Sizzling Black Pepper Beef Short Ribs: The meat quality was just average, but they gave a pretty generous portion. Summary: The Garlic Fried Chicken is absolutely amazing, and the Salt and Pepper Shrimp Balls have a wonderful milky aroma—both are absolute must-orders! Also, I was shocked by the lunch prices when ordering. I can't believe there are still lunch specials for under $10 nowadays. Definitely trying that next time!”

“Consistently great Cantonese style dishes in a vibrant atmosphere. Been serving the Chinatown community for decades now and withstood the test of time because they continue to serve great quality family style dishes. I took away one star because they “forgot” our steak order somehow. The menu is expensive, and honestly you cannot go wrong with any item. But the classics and our favorite is always the fried squid and assortment of congees for its namesake! Be sure to make a reservation if you have a big party- you can even request for private room ( some with karaoke) if you meet the required minimum spending. Walking in during prime time lunch means a wait for sure. The place gets super loud and packed so be prepared to yell at each other to converse. All in all, a must try/go to restaurant in Chinatown!”

“Congee Village is a good option for a family-style banquet, offering a wide range of dishes that match the flavors you’d expect from Chinatown classics, and in some cases, edge just a bit higher for some dishes and not so much for others. The menu has enough variety to satisfy everyone at the table while still feeling rooted in tradition. They’re known for their congee, so it was a must-order, and it absolutely lived up to the reputation. Rich, comforting, and deeply flavorful, it’s easily one of the best bowls of congee I’ve had. The space is clean and comfortable, and while the service was just okay, the food portions, value and congee make up for it. If you’re craving classic Chinese comfort food with a standout congee program, Congee Village is worth the stop”