Message from Chin Chin

Manhattan's Haute Couture of Chinese cuisine
  • Upscale Chinese cuisine
  • Full bar, extensive wine list
  • Private parties, catering

Chin Chin is a midtown mainstay that prides itself on impeccable service and delectable Chinese cuisine in an elegant setting. Owner Jimmy Chin has been named one of New York City's Top Gracious Hosts Four Times by the Zagat Survey. The crowd always looks happy at this longtime gourmet Midtown Chinese where familiar dishes manage to seem fresh and different, thanks to their beautiful preparation. Classic and civilized, this designer Midtown Chinese never fails, offering a top-flight menu highlighted by its one-of-a-kind Grand Marnier shrimp; if pricing is similarly top-shelf, most feel they get a lot in return. Chin Chin welcomes requests for banquets, private parties, and outside catering. There are two dining rooms available for private parties. The smaller room can accommodate 15 to 25 people and the large one can accommodate 35 to 55.

MarkerChin Chin Restaurant

(212) 888-4555

216 E 49th St
New York, NY 10017

Editorial Description by Citysearch
Gussied-up Chinese standards in a refined midtown environment.
Rated 9.1 out of 10 by Citysearch.

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Best of the Rest  4 Star Rating - Very good

Most have annoited Shun Lee Palace as the supreme Chinese cuisine spot. So, if you want the next best then try Chin Chin - my personal favorite.

Jimmy Chin is a master host and manager. Your wait will be short and pleasant due to the friendly confines of the bar and staff. Your food will be expertly prepared and recommendations are eagerly given.

Kudos to Jimmy and the gang. We love Chin Chin

PROS: Food, Staff, Management
CONS: Cost

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Great Chinese! 5 Star Rating - World class

I've been going to this place for years and it has never disappointed me. The place is beautiful with a chic atmosphere. The service is always excellent and the food is absolutely delicious. It might seem pricey, but the portions are quite large and the quality of the food is great. I definitely recommend giving Chin Chin a try!

Posted 07/28/08 at 6:49am

Nothing special 1 Star Rating - Unsatisfactory

Food is mediocre at best, and not sure what the hype is about the dining room. Far from elegant food or dining room. So many better places with authentic chinese without French and Italian music playing.

Pros: Close to my apartment
Cons: Atmosphere, food and did not get the Italian/French music playing
Posted 05/12/08 at 3:52am

Boo! 2 Star Rating - Wouldn't recommend

I have eaten chinese food at different restaurant so many times and i can say that this place is not a place to eat fine chinese cuisine.go somewhere else.

Posted 05/05/08 at 11:07am

Good chinese food. Good service. 5 Star Rating - World class

Went there on a Saturday in Feb 08 and the service was very good. Everyone was extremely nice, and the food did not take long to arrive at our table. I had a good time, and was able to carry a conversation without them trying to rush you out of the restaurant. The taste and quality of the food were good as well. The food doesnt have excesses amounts of oil. If you want good chinese food where the quality and service of the food are great then go to Chin Chin.

Pros: Good food, fast and friendly service.
Cons: Price, although its not that bad for the quality.
Posted 02/17/08 at 7:47pm

Good food, semi-friendly staff, a bit pricey 3 Star Rating - Satisfactory

We made last minute reservations for a table of 9 during Restaurant Week. Staff was accomodating allowing us to be seated before the entire party arrived. The options on the pre fixe menu were broad, but I must say the food was up to par with what you would find at any standard Chinese restaurant, and probably for less $ (even w the pre fixe). We ordered 4 bottles of wine throughout the night. The staff was less than enthusiastic about serving us, and definitely took their time with attending to our table. At one point the waiter spilled a glass of water across the table, and proceeded to soak it up without the mention of an apology. Crossing this off of my list of places to return to.

Pros: food was ok
Cons: service, price
Posted 02/08/08 at 5:53am