Hop Kee
Chinese · Albee Square
About Hop Kee
En Hop Kee, te invitamos a disfrutar de la auténtica cocina cantonesa en un ambiente sencillo y acogedor, como si estuvieras en casa. Nuestra tradición se refleja en cada plato, elaborado con recetas originales y el mejor sabor. Abiertos hasta tarde, somos el lugar perfecto para una cena deliciosa y...
En Hop Kee, te invitamos a disfrutar de la auténtica cocina cantonesa en un ambiente sencillo y acogedor, como si estuvieras en casa. Nuestra tradición se refleja en cada plato, elaborado con recetas originales y el mejor sabor. Abiertos hasta tarde, somos el lugar perfecto para una cena deliciosa y sin complicaciones en el corazón de Albee Square.
What Customers Say About Hop Kee
Hop Kee is a beloved, long-standing Cantonese restaurant known for its delicious food, fast service, and reasonable prices. Many reviewers highlight the crispy chicken, clams in black bean sauce, and salt and pepper squid. The no-frills ambiance and cash-only policy are part of its charm.
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Tip: Remember that Hop Kee is a cash-only establishment. It can get packed by 5pm, so arrive earlier to get a seat.
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Hop Kee is located in Albee Square, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.
Historical Heritage
- iglesia Católica de la Transfiguración (Manhattan) (A 13m) — Catholic church in Manhattan, New York City, United States Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- Mariner's Temple (A 194m) — Lugar histórico de los Estados Unidos Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
- iglesia de Santiago (Nueva York) (A 246m) — histórica iglesia de Manhattan, Nueva York Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
Religious Buildings
- True Light Lutheran Church (Manhattan) (A 51m) — lutheran church
Parks & Gardens
- Columbus Park (A 91m) — Park in Manhattan, New York City
- Thomas Paine Park (A 300m) — park in the United States of America
- Collect Pond Park (A 313m) — park in Manhattan, New York City, USA
Other Points of Interest
- Chinatown Fair (A 62m) — building in Chinatown, New York, United States
- Louis J. Lefkowitz Building (A 210m) — building in Manhattan, New York, United States
- One Police Plaza (A 331m) — edificio de oficinas en Manhattan, Estados Unidos
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Hop Kee Albee Square Reviews
This was one of the first places I visited when I moved to New York 16 years ago, and it’s still a restaurant I return to from time to time. I’ve always come here for the spicy fried pork, the stir-fried clams, and the fried flounder — dishes I’ve loved since the beginning. The restaurant hasn’t changed at all over the years. Some of the staff I used to see are no longer there, but it’s still the elderly gentlemen who handle the service. They may place the dishes on the table with a somewhat brusque and indifferent manner, but if you bring wine, they’ll carefully open each bottle for you. When you ask for something, there’s rarely much reaction or small talk — yet they never forget, and somehow it arrives faster than you expect. That’s part of the charm of this place. If you’re looking for somewhere quiet and relaxed to enjoy a meal with family or friends, this is always the first place that comes to mind — and one I never hesitate to recommend.
Best Chinese food in Chinatown. I’ve tried others like Wo Hop but nothing comes close. The seasoning is perfect. I grew up eating Chinese food across Hong Kong, Singapore, and Indonesia, so I know what authentic tastes like :)
The best Chinese Food in Chinatown, and even in NYC. They’ve been showcased on numerous tv shows also. They cook their food very quickly and the food is just incredible. The one thing to note is that Hop Kee only accepts Cash. Whether you get their Cantonese Crab, Lobster, Fried Rice, Lo Mein, Pork Chops, or even snails; there’s something delicious for everyone to get from Hop Kee.
Good Cantonese restaurant. Straight up no frills. Sit order. (Ordering in Cantonese gets you more smiles from the waiters) The menu is mixed American Cantonese (Chicken breast slices and boy choy) and Cantonese. Order what you want. Sit back and enjoy. My loves are the salt and pepper squid, black bean snails, beef ho fun, and flounder fillets w lofah. ANY salt and pepper dish is good. The squid and chicken wings are kid favorites. If you really want to see what the Chinese written menu has. Take a snapshot and use Google translate. Example: 3 Color steam eggs are Chinese family’s favorite. The eggs come out drizzled with soy sauce and the texture is like silken tofu. Broaden your horizons and taste the rainbow. Enjoy.
I am a 20+ year Wo Hop loyalist, so I have always been hesitant to try a new place - especially a place next door. I decided to go on the recommendation of a friend, and realized there is room for more than one great Chinese place in Chinatown. The sweet and pungent pork was outstanding. I have this place in my rotation of spots that I will go.
Did BYOB with some Kinmen Kaoliang from next door. It must have been a rare sight to see a Korean drinking Taiwanese liquor here, as the staff were extra friendly, pouring drinks and bringing ice. But the real deal is the food—delicious and overflowing portions. I kept looking around at other tables because everything looked so good! CASH ONLY. Bring your wallet and some cash. Honestly, you'll have so much money left over that you'll definitely need that wallet for the change.
This place has always been an amazing restaurant, food is always delicious!!
Old school New York that is quickly disappearing. When I was a teenager we would come to Hop kee at 2am for late night food and authentic Cantonese fare. Now they close at 9pm but the food remains first rate and worth the visit. The pan fried flounder is still a stand out and must try. We get it with the Salt & Pepper shrimp and mixed fried rice which are also super yummy. The Peking pork chops are also good and they go well with Chinese broccoli in oyster sauce. We’ve never tried the Peking Duck here about maybe one day. We usually need a walk around Chinatown after visiting since we’re stuffed with all the tasty treats! We highly recommend.
Hands down THE BEST spot in Chinatown. The downstairs atmosphere is unmatched. The food is 10/10 and the service will keep you coming. Those standing in line next door are missing out on this hidden gem. 🥡
I was looking for the ideal place for Chinese food, fortunately I found it .... Hop Kee Restaurant was perfect for my family, the food was simple but delicious. The people were very kind and always making sure we have everything we need. I definitely recommend this restaurant... I will come back soon.
Food is very tasty, so I give them that. The tip is automatically included on the bill: 18.50% tip. The service is what you'd expect an old restaurant in Chinatown to have with no frills, but quite authentic. Note that it's a cash-only establishment.
This establishment consistently delivers exceptional dining experiences. The menu remains consistent, and the service is impeccable. The prices are reasonably affordable for downtown New York City. Notably, Chinese restaurants in Las Vegas Springs Mountain area are surprisingly more expensive and smaller servings nowadays.😳
One of the best Cantonese restaurants we’ve had the pleasure of trying! Hot, fresh, and delicious. We got egg drop soup, steamed pork dumplings, roast pork mei fun, and moo goo gai pan - which were all great! Service is wonderful and we had no problem walking in to eat around 5:30 on a Saturday afternoon must visit if you’re in the area!
Probably the best beef chow fun in Chinatown, excellent quality from the noodles to the beef. I grew up eating Cantonese food in Canton and yet, this is top notch. And you can see families and seniors eating here, which already indicates how good this place is
The crab Cantonese is incredible. I only get to NYC once every year or so to get it and then for the rest of the year I dream about having it again. Any of the salt and pepper dishes are amazing as well. I’ve had all of them and all are 5/5. And the broccoli with garlic sauce is the perfect side dish.
Had the Peking Duck (Half) and Lobster Cantonese with black bean, mince pork, and lobster sauce and both dishes were to die for!!! Cash only and better than using credit card!
This is a must for us every time we’re in NYC. Traditional food, real Chinatown atmosphere. Ask for recommendations. They will steer you the right way. The Chow Fun is a can’t-miss. The prices are fantastic and it’s a lot of delicious food.
Goodness the salt and pepper lobster was sooooo good ❤️❤️❤️ we couldn’t stop savoring every bit of our dish. Also enjoyed the seafood delight basket and the crunchy basket was fantastic! But the lobster 🦞 (swoon…) was sooooo good and that isn’t even the house specialty - we saw plates and plates of 🦀 in a rich sauce fly out of the kitchen and devoured by guests! We made plans to return the next day (Sunday) to try the crab 🦀 but were too late. Definitely are coming back to try the crab - whatever the house specialty was we saw AND salt and pepper crab or lobster. We have found a favorite restaurant for sure. Be advised - like many restaurants in Chinatown, they are cash only. UPDATE: We went back to try the Cantonese style crab and the salt and pepper shrimp. The crab was SO good and the shrimp was jumbo, crispy and delicious. They served with rice and we were stuffed. We will definitely return, this will be a favorite restaurant for us. UPDATE #3: We went back to celebrate a birthday request for Chinese Food. In addition to the Salt and Pepper lobster we decided to try the whole fish (great), steamed dumplings (🥟 I’m not a huge fan of steamed and prefer fried but our guest wanted steamed and enjoyed that they are larger sized) and the bbq pork chops (I didn’t eat but everyone else loved) Really good dinner!
Best Chinese food you'll ever eat. The pork ribs was very delicious and it had good amount of sauce with every bite and every piece. The seafood with noodles was very good too but the fried salted squid 🐙 was my favorite. They offered large rice for all of us. The complementary hot tea was nice. Overall we liked it and will definitely go again.
Boyfriend's family had been coming here since childhood, so he took me here for my first time in New York.\nI am Cantonese, and the food here is definitely approved by me. We had ordered the egg drop…
Boyfriend's family had been coming here since childhood, so he took me here for my first time in New York.\nI am Cantonese, and the food here is definitely approved by me. We had ordered the egg …
Some of the best Cantonese food I've had in a long long time. The waiter was gracious and friendly and attentive. \n\nWe ordered the salt and pepper squid, snails, bok choy, and minced pork with …
Some of the best Cantonese food I've had in a long long time. The waiter was gracious and friendly and attentive. \n\nWe ordered the salt and pepper squid, snails, bok choy, and minced pork with be…
Some of the best cantonese food I've had in a long long time. The waiter was gracious and friendly and attentive. \n\nWe ordered the salt and pepper squid, snails, bok choy, and minced pork with be…
Must order: salted pork with hot peppers, sautéed watercress, salted squid with hot peppers, and beef lo mein!
Must order: salted pork with hot peppers, sautéed watercress, salted squid with hot peppers, and beef lo mein!
Hop Kee has been around for so long. I have not eaten there in a while but remember it being very good, fast service and worth the trip.\nSo many new places opening up in Chinatown (NY) but we shou…
I have been coming to Hop Kee for the past 50 years and it always feels the same. The food was perfect as always and the service quick. Just remember that this is a cash only place and I did not se…
Came here accidentally while I was looking for somewhere else. I'm glad I did though because it was amazing. The ambience was very chill and cozy and the tea was a great touch. The service was comm…
We went here with a group of eight people. Everything we had was absolutely delicious, service was excellent and prices reasonable. We had egg rolls, Moo Shu Chicken, shrimp with Walnuts, Chicken C…
We went here with a group of eight people. Everything we had was absolutely delicious, service was excellent and prices reasonable. We had egg rolls, Moo Shu chicken, shrimp with Walnuts, chic…
We went here with a group of eight people. Everything we had was absolutely delicious, service was excellent and prices reasonable. We had egg rolls, Moo Shu Chicken, Shrimp with Walnuts, Chicken C…
We went here with a group of eight people. Everything we had was absolutely delicious, service was excellent and prices reasonable. We had egg rolls, Moo Shu Chicken, Shrimp with Walnuts, Chicken C…
Dinner (at 3pm) was absolutely fabulous and easy to get a seat though it was packed by 5pm (Dec. 30). Peter Lee served us himself, and was very personable. He struck me as one of the old guard radiat…
Chicken was perfectly crispy. The Chicken with Cashew Nuts was delicious. Service was fast. Water was nice and cold and was quick to be refilled. Lots of photos of Anthony Bourdain on the wall so h…
chicken was perfectly crispy. The chicken with Cashew Nuts was delicious. Service was fast. Water was nice and cold and was quick to be refilled. Lots of photos of Anthony Bourdain on the wall …
Chicken was perfectly crispy. The Chicken with Cashew Nuts was delicious. service was fast. Water was nice and cold and was quick to be refilled. Lots of photos of Anthony Bourdain on the wall so…
Chicken was perfectly crispy. The Chicken with Cashew Nuts was delicious. Service was fast. water was nice and cold and was quick to be refilled. Lots of photos of Anthony Bourdain on the wall so…
Stopping in for lunch after sightseeing was a great choice. The ambiance was normal but different being in Chinatown. The service was very quick and accurate. It couldn't have been a better stop.
Stopping in for lunch after sightseeing was a great choice. The ambiance was normal but different being in Chinatown. The service was very quick and accurate. It couldn't have been a better stop.
We loved it so much we came a total of three times during a 5-night stay. Beef with Chinese broccoli, snow peas with oyster sauce, vegetable fried rice were all so delicious. No frills place …
We loved it so much we came a total of three times during a 5-night stay. Beef with Chinese broccoli, snow peas with oyster sauce, vegetable fried rice were all so delicious. No frills place yet su…
We loved it so much we came a total of three times during a 5-night stay. Beef with Chinese broccoli, snow peas with oyster sauce, vegetable fried rice were all so delicious. No frills place yet …
The answer is both, it's so hard for me to decide that I usually go to both of them. On this visit I had the steamed dumplings which are thin pillows of deliciousness, but their clams in black bea…
Extremely generous portion for the prize. I didn’t know about these (dry?) fried noodle before, it was an unexpected texture, but was mellowed by the broth. Most importantly: it tasted good.
Hop Kee has been a Chinatown staple for years, known for its solid Cantonese cuisine. The walls are lined with photos of celebrities who have dined here, (like Anthony Bourdain) adding a touch of old school charm. Prices have definitely increased over the years, so expect to pay more than you might have in the past. Note that it’s a CASH ONLY establishment, and an 18% gratuity is automatically added to your bill, no matter the size of your party.
Food 8/10 Slightly on the salty side, but everything was thoroughly enjoyable. Every single dish was very largely portioned. The fried rice was a classic, brought me right back to childhood. The salted pork chops were the highlight of my meal though, perfectly tender yet chewy. Simply seasoned with salt and pepper, golden around the edges. Water spinach came in very long strands, but I do typically enjoy it a bit more chopped up. Cooked well though with garlic, and as my favorite vegetable, I ate it right up. Atmosphere 8/10 Large underground space, filled with a mix of tourists and locals. You know it’s a spot that’s been around considering the decor and the booths. Service 8/10 Very solid service, speedy and efficient.
Old school sketchy basement Chinese. Doesn't get as much love as Wo Hop but pretty much the same. Stick with the classics and you'll be fine. Salt and pepper pork or shrimp are always a favorite. C…
Able to score a table here on Christmas Day, which was an accomplishment in itself. The spartan downstairs dining room was festooned with celebrity pictures, mostly featuring Anthony Bourdain. The …
No wonder Anthony Bordaine dined here more than once from the steamed Flounder salt and pepper pork chop/ calamari pan fried noodles all flavors on point, priced just right, you will be seeing me…
No wonder Anthony Bordaine dined here more than once from the steamed Flounder salt and pepper pork chop/ calamari pan fried noodles all flavors on point, priced just right, you will be seeing me a…
I had not been back for 30+ years but found it little changed with large and varied menu, same efficient if brusque staff, and food still good and worth the price. Still down in the basement with s…
I ate here when I lived in NYC so wanted to return. I was not disappointed. The food was good and the portions large. They only take cash, so come with your money. By the time we left it was full,…
Liked the dishes we got, as good as expected from a Bourdain recommended place. Unfortunately we saw a cockroach when we were done with our meal.
I know this is a mainstay and fan favorite for many years but for our taste it was okay at best. Anthony Bourdain had his reasons and like all reviews, it’s subjective, personal preference. It wasn’t that we had unrealistic expectations but that it was average, typical, American Chinese that could be found anywhere besides NYC Chinatown. Yes, comparably, it is an inexpensive place to eat and the portions are huge. If you are out late and looking for something to eat besides pizza before continuing the night, this would be your place.
Food is still good but the prices are no longer affordable. I can get authentic chinese food in New Jersey at Lotus Cafe without paying for New York tolls. Prices used to be good here before.
Food is still good but the prices are no longer affordable. I can get authentic Chinese food in New Jersey at Lotus Cafe without paying for New York tolls. prices used to be good here before.
Came here after waiting in line for a long time at Wo Hop and saying screw it. This reminded me of the chinese food scene in the nineties... very functional with faded photographs of famous patrons…
Food was okay not the best for the price and portion. There’s a 18% tip added to your total even though the service wasn’t good. Overall, wouldn’t recommend this place.
Last night, I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. When our family bowl of soup with dumplings was first brought to the table, I noticed a hair in it before we even ate. I pointed …
Last night, I had a very disappointing experience at this restaurant. When our family bowl of soup with dumplings was first brought to the table, I noticed a hair in it before we even ate. I po…
I used to come here when I was a starving college student, the food was decent n the price was low, I was here again about 10 years ago it was still ok. I was in Chinatown today n was absolutely ma…
Bad tasting food, service is butt, and ambiance is like every other Chinese restaurant, just under ground. \n\nFirst off, when we came in we were rushed to place an order and when we weren't ready …
We did not finish our food and asked Chen to place our left over to take home boxes, when we got home our pork dish is missing. The pork dish is the one we barely touched and we’re looking forward to eat it at home but they forgot to give it to us. Lesson learned: since hop kee takes the left over dishes to pack it in their kitchen, remember to check everything after they hand it to you. It would have been better if they just gave me the containers and made me pack it myself. How I wish I brought ziplocks instead.
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