G Frye

The lunch specials were pretty good! I ordered cumin stir-fry pot with fish, pork bean curd, and green pepper beef. The soups were a little bit too thick for me, but the main dishes were good. The stir-fry pot were not too oily, and the green peppers were spicy but not too much. Overall, it’s a pretty good place for some Chinese food. :)

Cajetan Barretto

The only reason I visited this place was because I booked a ticket for 'Phantom of the Opera' at Majestic theater, which is just across the street. I reach the venue nearly 2 hours early and it was cold and raining, so decided to pop inside this small restaurant. The place is cozy and I could enjoy a few drinks and light snacks while I wait for the show. Their 'hot sake' is amazing. Just what I needed to beat the new York chill. I had a soup which was also great. I liked their sake so much that when the show ended, I went back to the place. They were closing down but were courteous enough to serve me the drink while they closed down.

+6

Amelia

4.5 stars. China River is located in the theater district right next to the St. James Theater. You can easily walk by and miss it. From the front, the restaurant looks small but once you go in, you will see the restaurant keeps going towards the back and has a balcony for more seating. Ambiance was super relaxed, it felt nice to come inside and away from the hustle and bustle of the city. As you walk in, there’s a small waiting area and full-service bar to the right. Staff is very welcoming and attentive and the menu is extensive! Took us a minute to decide what to order. Menu is traditional Sichuan Chinese food fare. We ordered mini pork soup dumplings, lettuce wraps with diced chicken and pine nuts, salt and pepper pork chop, sizzling sliced beef, plain fried rice, and shrimps with walnuts. The pork chops were superb, and I really liked the presentation. The salt and pepper pork chops were served on a bamboo rice basket. Meat was tender with crunchy exterior. The fried pepper, shallots and garlic gave it a nice aroma. This was definitely my favorite dish from our meal and a must try. Soup dumplings had nice thin casings and good flavored broth. The shrimp with cashews were okay, I’ve had better. The sizzling sliced beef was delicious and had a lot of flavor. It came with red and green peppers and onions in brown sauce. The lettuce wraps were refreshing. The pine nuts with the diced chicken and fresh lettuce were a good combo. Prices here are comparable for the area. Food were plated nicely and were tasty. The service here is quick and we got our food a little over five minutes after we ordered. With service like this, I imagine this a perfect place for a quick pre theater meal.

+30

Prinal R Patel

Stopped into China River on a whim before my play. Ordered the mini pork soup dumplings and vegetarian spring rolls. The spring rolls were overly doughy (though nicely crisp) with a slightly acidic sweet and sour sauce, but the dumplings were outstanding — worth coming back for alone. Service was quick, the food hit the spot, and the deceptively large venue includes bar seating and an extensive menu.

+1

Alexandra Borisevich

the first time i went here, everything was absolutely PERFECT. no bad things about it at all. the second time, was almost perfect. i felt like sometimes, our server wasn't the friendliest or patient. maybe that was just me. but the food was again, really really really good. something i will never stop recommending is the chicken fried rice. (CHEFS KISS.) and the wonton soup. both are absolutely delicious. prices are fair and reasonable as well. the restaurant is a really good location, right across from the majestic theater at broadway (phantom of the opera). also quick service, usually not TOO many people there, which is good because things could get crowded, especially at broadway.

+1

Lady Ace

Farabe and I came here after watching a show for dinner. The restaurant didn't have too many people and we were seated quickly. I ordered chicken and broccoli with shrimp fried rice. Farabe got chicken with string beans and shrimp fried rice. The chicken dishes were flavorful and not too salty or greasy. Personally, I wish the dishes had more sauce. The shrimp rice was tasty but, it lacked a bit of flavor. It just need a bit more seasoning but, it was tasty with the chicken dishes. I also like that the fried rice had big shrimps and it wasn't tiny dried baby shrimp. They have lunch special deals but, no dinner, happy hour, or combo meals.

+4

Aaron Brinen

It was FINE. Not great, not terrible. Fine. I get the price was more expensive being in Times Square. The food was cooked fine and they added rice on for an extra two bucks for dishes that should have rice. So it was annoying. The music was terrible. And loud. Happy to get Chinese food. Could be better for the price and local. Womp womp.

Harvey Messing

I had their beef with broccoli for lunch. I often order that at restaurants when I go there for the first time. If a restaurant can't make one to my liking, I don't go there again because I know what it is supposed to taste like. This restaurant did not make one that satisfied me. The restaurant is located on West 44th Street near 8th Avenue. As far as I can recall, I think that the restaurant is moderately priced.

Janessa Tiburcio

Grade Pending but we braved it anyway. Food were flavorful. But there were flies in the dining area & especially in the bathroom that will probably make you lose your appetite. The service is not very friendly or attentive. I don't think we will be back.

+1

Ron B

The food here is absolutely terrible! We went there last night and two of our party of four got sick, stomach aches and vomiting. I wish I would have seen the other negative review posted just a few weeks ago in December. We could have saved ourselves a lot of suffering! We will definitely not be going back. We recommend that you do NOT go there. Regarding the owners reply: I did make direct contact with their manager. He refused to accept any responsibility. Even seemed to insinuate that I was lying. I have nothing to gain by lying. If you want to go there, then go. Take your own chances, but consider yourself warned!