I came here to celebrate Chinese New Year; the Year of the Horse. This is an annual dinner held here in remembrance of a couple who loved celebrating Chinese New Year and would always come here. I've lived in this community for a long time and have driven past this restaurant countless times, but yesterday was actually my first time dining here. Parking: There is a very small parking lot, so be prepared to park on the street. Since it's also in a residential area, street parking was a little challenging. We ended up parking about a block away and walking. We were seated in a private room and enjoyed several courses from the banquet menu. Drink: creamy espresso martini. It was ok. Hors d'oeuvres your own plate: Lobster shrimp dumplings Taro crab cake Firecracker spring roll with lotus root, shiitake, carrot, and jicama Grilled lemongrass chicken The lobster shrimp dumplings were delicious. The taro crab cake was pretty good as well. The firecracker spring roll was also enjoyable. The grilled lemongrass chicken was my least favorite it had a spice that didn't sit well with my palate. Next course family style which I like: Champagne Maine Lobster Lobster sautéed with shrimp, shiitake, and snow peas served with longevity noodles and ginger scallion sauce. The lobster itself was tender, but I'm not a fan of ginger, so that dish wasn't really for me. Plum Duck: Crispy duck served with broccolini and sweet rice with Chinese sausage. I loved the crispy duck skin, but duck has a strong flavor and I just wasn't in the mood for it. The sweet rice was a bit too sticky for my liking. Pinecone Crispy Seabass: A whole crispy seabass with pineapple, onion, edamame, sweet peppers, and gunpowder sauce. This was my favorite dish of the night. The fish was excellent -- crispy, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. I even ate the head! Five Spice Braised Short Rib: Slow cooked with sautéed green apple and gai lan served with noodles. The short rib was fall-off-the-bone tender, though I didn't care much for the noodles. We also had pineapple vegetable fried rice with shiitake, basil, tomato, snow peas, carrot, and egg. That was very good -- I paired it with the fish and duck. Dessert single serve: Lunar walnut cake Triple chocolate mousse Mango crème brûlée Fresh berries which were unripe strawberries so I didn't eat them The mango crème brûlée was my favorite dessert. Lightly sweet. Overall, the restaurant serves Chinese cuisine with a French flair. The service was good and the staff was very attentive. I would definitely return to try more dishes and I will absolutely be back for that crispy seabass again. read more

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First time at CinCin but my family has gone many times and enjoy it. Started with some Cheesesteak Egg Rolls for an appetizer, they weren't bad but definitely a very small portion. As for my mains, I got the Crab & Shrimp Fried Rice and the Sichuan Chicken and Veggies. I was super excited to see Crab Fried Rice on the menu as it's one of my favorite asian dishes. However, the addition of the shrimp seemed to overpower the dish with a very "seafoody, shrimpy" taste to it. Kind of took away from the rice as a whole. The crab was nice though and there were big lump chunks of it. The star definitely was the Sichuan Chicken and Veggies, can't wait to go back for this dish as I loved the sauce, the tender chicken and veggies cooked to perfection as well. Thinking next time I go with Veggie Fried Rice and then the Sichuan Chicken dish for sure. Great atmosphere and aesthetic as well. read more

CinCin Restaurant - Crab & Shrimp Fried Rice & Sichuan Chicken - Chinese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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This isn't your typical Chinese restaurant by any means. Picture unique dishes, clean and fresh ingredients, and mom & pop kind of service. Cin Cin has yet to drop the ball and I can't wait to return. The spare ribs, pan-fried dumplings, and crispy mustard coconut curry shrimp were a hit and I could probably eat it everyday. Expect a longer wait time during dinner hours on weekends, save yourself a make a reservation. read more

OMG, always loved this restaurant. Took out of town friends who requested a good Asian restaurant and they said it was the best they ever had. I wish I could share my empty plate pictures. I have NEVER experienced in my 54 years an empty plate as I did today. read more

Dined here with hubby and friends before going to see a show at the Keswick Theater... I had never heard of this spot before so was a tad skeptical when hubby told me he made reservations here... I'm glad that I did not jump too quickly to dismiss this place. When we arrived, we had to wait a few mins for our friends before we could be seated but were escorted to our table as soon as they arrived. First, let me say that the decor is little dated but don't let that sway you... The service was impeccable and the food was fresh and tasty and priced reasonably. I ordered the crab and shrimp rice, the chicken and shrimp spring rolls and the string beans and I enjoyed every bite of each dish; everyone else in my party enjoyed their food also. I give honorable mention to the string beans because they were unlike any that I have ever tasted - they tasted as if they were cooked al dente with a little spice added. I have no complaints about this place, the only reason that I rated 4 stars instead of 5 is because the decor is a little dated but otherwise I (and my party) had no complaints. I definitely recommend for nice low-key dinner but not if you are trying to impress... but if you are looking for good food, YES!!! read more

Absolutely fabulous evening celebrating the Chinese new year at our favorite restaurant in Chestnut Hill. The menu provided a yummy variety of tasty dishes, and if I had to pick one, I would say the rib eye was tender, juicy and flavorful. The sea bass with the gun powder sauce was wonderful and the crispy duck with the five spice emulsion was rich and cooked perfectly. The family style approach is the way to go. Thank you, Sophie, for your wonderful service. On a regular night, my favorite dishes include the wonton soup, crispy pepper fish or brandy infused sichuan beef. Those are my go-to's but really everything is delightful. Consistently delightful. I wasn't in town much during the days of Henry, but Eddie is implementing some great additions and the staff is always amazing. Special shout out to Geri for always making a fabulous cocktail (try the lemon drop or cosmo)... you won't be disappointed. read more

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Great service and adorable decor. My pot of tea was great. I had Buddha delight stuffed tofu pockets . Yummy! Dessert was a bowl of lychee! I would definitely return here! read more

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I've driven past this place a few times and thought I'd try it out. I didn't really like the dishes I chose they weren't bad but they also weren't anything I'd get again which was a cold noodle salad with what I thought was Peanut sauce but it was more like a peanut puree something and a shrimp and scallop dish. I would go back to try a traditional Chinese dish. read more

Food is excellent Service is swift and professional Prices are reasonable I recommend highly. No downside. read more

Very good! Food 5/5 I ordered a lamb with Chinese eggplant entree that was outstanding! Great portions. I absolutely love the string beans, but opted for the spicy sauce on the side. I like spice but my body does not anymore. I'm glad that I did request some on the side, because it's intense. My lemon martini hit the spot as well. Service 3/5 Service was polite, but nothing remarkable. They greet you promptly and ask if you're ready to order. My server circled back a few times until I was ready. Ambiance 3/5 Dim lifting, ample seating, white table cloths. There is dining room seating and bar seating. I wanted to sit at the bar, but it was to capacity. I enjoyed my tucked away table dining experience and actually had more space. I am still eating leftovers from Friday! The food still reheats well. I can't wait to go back and try more dishes. read more

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Quick midday work lunch at Cin Cin in Chestnut Hill. I tried the shrimp in garlic black bean sauce and crispy spring rolls were delish. The fried rice was a little dry but you can tell it was yesterday's, I came first thing in the morning when they opened. But babyyyy the flavor of this black bean sauce. The service was super quick, but again I was the first one there, lol. I love me some Chinese food, this finna be my new dine in and takeout spot. read more

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E eat here occasionally, but get takeout often. They package it properly, especially the noodle soups. Food is always good. Prices higher than typical for Chinese takeout. Worth it in my opinion. read more

We took my boyfriend's mother out to eat on a Tuesday night here! It was packed! I highly recommend making a reservation. I was shocked to see it so busy and people were still coming in after 8pm. The service was great. We ordered and our food was out within 10mins. The quality of the food was awesome. I forgot to take a picture of our fried dumplings but they were amazing. I love the sauce that came with it. I got the lo main and it was awesome. Sometimes they can be dry but not here! Plus the portion sizes were big so we got left overs. The price was very fair. My lo mein was around $15! read more

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I have been coming here for decades. Food is always tasty but last few visits I have noticed some decline in quantity and quality. Entrees are being served on small plates. Jumbo shrimp and small to medium. Less protein and more filler, But prices keep climbing. I don't mind spending more on good food, but this seems more and more like a rip off. Cin Cin is not fooling me, nor any other loyal customers. read more

My family has been dining at Cin Cin for more than 20 years, but our recent experience ended that long relationship. Last Saturday we had a 7:15 p.m. reservation for two. The restaurant was packed, but we were told we were next to be seated. When a small table opened in the bar area, we chose to wait for one in the main dining room. Within minutes, that same table was given to a couple who had just walked in without a reservation. A few minutes later, another couple without a reservation arrived and waited with us. Then a party of three came in and began scouting the dining room for open tables and bugging the hostess to be seated. Despite their behavior and lack of a reservation, they were seated in a booth before both waiting parties who had arrived earlier and, in our case, had a confirmed reservation. When we questioned the hostess and manager, both couples expressed frustration and disbelief at how seating was being handled. By the time we were finally seated--around 7:40 p.m.--we had lost any desire to stay. We left without ordering and went elsewhere. After two decades of loyalty, we left feeling disrespected and dismissed. The restaurant's management and host staff failed to honor reservations or treat guests fairly. Sadly, we won't be returning. read more

Great food and diverse menu, really cool vibe! Very creative dishes and the people watching is fun too

Food delicious little pricey tho. Food is ready fast and ready for pick up. Lots of locals there that return.

Talk about a consistently great restaurant. The dishes are outstanding. Service is always exceptional. Ambiance is very nice. We travel from Bucks County. read more

Old school authentic Chinese food. Try the Peking Duck, it is the best I have had anywhere !

Nice dining experience and accommodation for party of 10. Good service, great food... upscale Chinese restaurant with small parking lot. Street parking seemed easy too. read more

Cin Cin has been a great dining choice for years and still remains. Their staff is pleasant and efficient, their food is always very fresh, served hot and delicious. The Shrimp in Black Bean Sauce was very good. I had the Yeh-Yang Jumbo Shrimp. I wasn't overly crazy about the Yeh-Yang vinaigrette but overall the dish was good. I would select something different the next though. Definitely a good choice and must try. read more

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I was looking for roast crispy duck. I didn't want to go to Chinatown because its gotten rundown, yucky traffic, expensive parking and horrible SEPTA. I decided to stay in my neighborhood so I could walk. I worried about it being expensive. Chestnut Hill is high end and the restaurant looked pricey. What a WONDERFUL SURPRISE! I was a solo table but still treated like a queen with lots of servers checking in, giving water and smiling. The roast duck in black bean sauce on the cast iron plate was SCRUMPTIOUS. It comes with a healthy side of white rice and delicate, flavorful bok choi. The skin was crispy yet NOT oily or greasy. The CHUNKS of tender duck meat were excellent. The sauce was thick, savory and yummy. FOODGASM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The portion was so healthy that I was able to take a container home for lunch the next day. Then I ordered the Mudslide ice cream pie for dessert. PERFECTION. Dense, creamy, sweet but not cloying with nut accents, fresh strawberries and cream as garnish. Cool treat on a humid Summer night. When the bill came, I was shocked that it was less than $40. I did not order a cocktail because I wanted to concentrate on the food. I gave them a big tip and said I am absolutely returning. I am also addicted to their spring rolls too. Two perfect crunchy flaky rolls filled with a balanced combination of shrimp, cheese, and cabbage that you can dip in duck sauce or mustard or just enjoy plain. read more

Good Restaurant Good Food Good Service Good Atmosphere This will be one of my Go To Restaurant, when whenever I'm in Chestnut Hill read more

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What great service and food! Took my gram here with a few family members to celebrate her 96th birthday - they were very accommodating and even surprised us all with a birthday song in celebration. We visited on a Friday night- be prepared for the crowd. Even the take out area was busy. We decided to do family style sharing so that we could taste a few things on the menu. Crab fried rice, spring rolls, angry wings app, Chinese pizza, lamb sticks, mixed greens salad, pad Thai, chicken and veggies, salmon meal, Chinese eggplant and lava cake for dessert. We enjoyed each item, came out as it was prepared. The lava cake was delicious! We also had a few cocktails which were standard. Definitely will eat in again and even order takeout. read more

They don't have sushi anymore :( The steamed dumplings were average. The salmon I ordered was DELICIOUS. read more

I've been going to Cin Cin in Chestnut Hill for 20 years and usually get my favorites on the menu which tend to be more traditional Chinese fare, but I've always been intrigued by their sign that advertises Chinese cuisine, French flair (the website says "A tantalizing fusion of Chinese and Asian kissed by French"). The French influence is subtle but evident in a handful of dishes. So this week we went several times and only ordered the dishes with French flair: The Jumbo Lump Crabcakes with fresh basil in a white wine mustard sauce are excellent and reminiscent of the galette de crab from Le Bec-Fin, especially when paired with the Sichuan String Beans (haricot vert) with scallions and diced vegetables. The Tarragon Chicken with Shiitake Mushrooms, sliced chicken, shiitake mushrooms, shallots and snow peas in a chili tarragon sauce never disappoints. Roasted Scottish Salmon with shallots and vegetables in a brandy-hoisin glaze was perfectly cooked and the brandy-hoisin glaze works very well. More brandy in the Brandy-Infused Sichuan Beef, julienned with shredded celery and carrots in a brandy-hoisin sauce. One of our favorite dishes, this one (with a flour dredge before the stir fry) really shines when eaten fresh at the restaurant vs take out. Last thing we had to try were the Grilled Lamb Chops marinated with shallots and Chinese spices, served with seasonal vegetables. Great flavors with a nice char of the fat on the bone but meat wasn't as well done as I'd like--perhaps because Cin Cin is slammed every single night with packed dine in rooms and constant take out. The dark chocolate dipped fortune cookies are always a nice closer. The full bar is also well stocked, and Henry and Lana keep the ship going every day and night with grace. A few other menu items with a French touch have been nixed over the years (a veteran waiter says the pandemic forced the chef to scale back), but I hope they will continue to play up the Chinese/French fusion while executing so many of their other excellent offerings so well. read more

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Popped in here for a quick Chinese lunch before beginning our travels back home from Philly. The host was very friendly and we were seated immediately. He also turned out to be our waiter and he was very attentive. The dining area was sizable and clean, but the decor was a bit dated. We also noticed right away that we were bringing down the median age significantly. Customer clientele seemed to be mostly elderly, with the occasional older businessman. Not a big deal of the food is good. Their lunch menu was reasonably priced for the area with a mixture of appetizers, rice and pasta dishes, soups, salads, and main courses. The food came out so fast, it couldn't of been more than 5ish minutes after we ordered. So I guess that's a huge plus if you are stopping by on your limited lunch hour. I ordered the Wok Lamb and Chinese Eggplant (lamb with Chinese eggplant and scallions in a black bean sauce) with brown rice. While a bit one note as far as color (with a tiny bit of purple trying to pop through), the flavor was good. The lamb was cooked well as was the Chinese eggplant. The black bean sauce had nice Unami flavor. The rice was pretty bland. My friend got the Pad Thai with Jumbo Shrimp (basil, vegetables and crushed peanuts in a spicy squid sauce). The shrimp were impressively large, but my friend commented that it was in her opinion too spicy, so only order this if you like a little kick. I bet I would of liked it. My husband got the Szechuan Sesame Chicken (Sliced white meat chicken with sesame and peanut butter sauce). This was a unique interpretation, and probably healthier, on the traditional sesame chicken. The chicken isn't fried and uses peanut sauce so not as sweet. I had a bite and while I like the OG way, this was also very good. At the end they give you a fortune cookie, but for a yummy twist, they dip them in chocolate. I am not usually a fan of a fortune cookie flavor, but this upped the anty a lot. I think all Chinese joints should steal this idea as it's way better. read more

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Great food and service. Was my birthday and they bought me a cake and even sang. My girlfriend is a picky eater and she loved it.

Stopped in here for lunch with my wife and a good friend. We were visiting our friend for the weekend and she recommended we all check out Cin Cin for lunch. It's a nice place with nice decor. The only odd thing was that at 30-40 years old I think we dropped the average age of the patrons significantly. It's was mostly elderly people dining whole we were, but they picked a good place. I ordered the sesame chicken, this is not your normal version, it had a peanut sauce and the chicken had been sauteed not fried, but this was a great dish. My wife ordered the lamg and eggplant dish. I tried it, it was good but wasn't as flavorful as it looked. We both got brown rice with it was which was fine. Our friend got the pad Thai with shimp, but said it was too spicy. Food came out lighting fast, seemed like 2 to 3 min after we ordered. All in all a nice quick lunch spot. read more

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CinCin is the kind of restaurant that when you're hiking the Tour du Mont Blanc, and pausing on some alp to chat with another couple you've just met, and it turns out they're from the Philly area, they'll say that they come to CinCin every Sunday night for dinner. The place has that kind of well-deserved loyalty and reputation. We did a recent takeout order. If you haven't been there, they have a very good COVID compliant pickup arrangement. In fact, the riskiest thing is probably driving into and out of the fairly small parking lot. It is, however, very convenient. We started with an order of pan fried dumplings (note, the printed menu does not specify, but these are meat dumplings), which were rated very high by a Deputy Yelper in the household. Eggplant in hot garlic sauce (not super-spicy, just right) was excellent with perfected cooked Asian eggplants. The Tofu in Black Bean sauce was a bit plain, but satisfying just the same - tofu with a fried-chewy texture, and the accompanying veggies perfectly al dente. Deputy Yelper described their Szechuan Pepper Basil Lamb as "fabulous." The really nice details: yes, brown rice. Also, if you want leftovers, their serving size sets you up very nicely. I'd say that the typical vegetable or poultry order ($12-$13) is really two adult servings. Some other entrees are priced a little higher, but this is a very affordable menu overall taking into account serving size. They included enough mustard, soy and duck sauce packets for small army, plus numerous teabags. Nice touch for a takeout order. And, as you guessed, fortune cookies with some pretty funky fortunes - and not at all stale! read more

Very busy on a Sunday night. Had a reservation so we seated immediately. Food was excellent. Nice and hot. Server had no smile, but was attentive and didn't miss a trick. Our order was exact. And the cherry on the top was the chocolate dipped fortune cookies. Absolutely delicious. Parking is an issue. read more

This place has been around for 27 years and counting! That alone tells you they must be doing something right! Excellent quality Chinese food and consistent attentive service. The staff are attentive, friendly, knowledgeable and will take good care of you and your party. I love a Server that doesn't come to your table too many times or not enough. Our experience didn't feel rushed. The prices are reasonable for what you get in return. The food fresh, tasty and cooked just right. The photos speak for themselves. No wilted or overcooked veggies here! The ambiance is a little dated yet it's inviting, clean, well kept and comfortable. It met my expectations. There was nothing that took away from my overall experience. My favorite dish was the Lamb & Chinese Eggplant. I was thrilled to see it on the menu and couldn't wait to try it. I'm a huge fan of Chinese Eggplant and there's a lot of restaurants that just don't have it. The portions are extremely generous and if I hadn't been so hungry I probably would have had a little left to take home. The eggplant was cooked beautifully and the lamb was flavorful and tender. read more

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The food was good, and so was the service. I will return again. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing. Interesting menu makes you want to come back to try other options. read more

The manager was super kind and the maitre d was accommodating and very polite . We met friends here.everyone but myself had been here many times. I am from mainline area ,where there are several great chinese options. This place is right ip there with the best in our area. The menu is mostly standard fare.the execution of the dishes is outstanding.i had mustard/coconut shrimp and was very happy with it.my wife had the pad thai and found it delicious and portion very generous. Both out friends enjoyed their food too. Fine place! read more

I had a taste for fried rice and was told about CinCin some time ago but never ordered from them prior to today. I was in the area and decided to place an order for lunch. I ordered two spring rolls with chicken and shrimp in them and the lunch size crabmeat and shrimp fried rice. The spring rolls and fried rice were good but I wish the spring rolls were a little bigger. They are skinny rolls compared to the spring rolls I have ordered from the food carts in Center City Philadelphia. One additional note to make - they included a small bag of duck sauce, hot mustard, and a tea bag. I thought the tea bag was a nice touch. The lunch portion was sufficient in size. I even had enough to eat for dinner. read more

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My family and I came here for Memorial Day weekend when a number of restaurants were closed and we were glad to have stopped in. CinCin has a full bar and a lot of delicious options for dinner. I started with the wonton soup which was really great. The crab meat and asparagus salad was really special and very generous on the crab meat - real crab meat not just the imitation crab. We shared three entres. The jumbo shrimp with honey walnuts was really amazing. The lo mein was fairly ordinary but wasn't greasy and had nice flavor to fill out the meal. Probably would have ordered something other than the fried rice next time but even that was pretty good. Service was really excellent and all the food came out hot and fast. Chocolate covered fortune cookies at the end were a nice touch. read more

CinCin Restaurant - Jumbo 506. Shrimp with Honey Walnuts P5. Crabmeat and Shrimp Fried Rice (Entree) and chicken lo mein - Chinese Near Me - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Cin Cin is no ordinary Chinese carry out joint! This is Elevated Chinese food like I have never had. The menu lists the usual suspects you would expect from any ordinary Chinese restaurant. But what you will learn quickly is that Cin Cin puts a unique and delicious spin to these familiar choices. Mongolian beef is one of my favorite carry out orders. The Cin Cin version features the usual chunks of green onion but also diced mushrooms. The sauce was savory and slightly sweet without being too salty. My wife got the Szechuan green beans. They were delicious and crisp-tender with finely chopped shallots. Though flavorful, they did not have the usual sauciness of your local carry out. Cin Cin was full-on packed by 6 pm on a Saturday night. You might not think to make a reservation at your usual Chinese restaurant, but you should do so at Cin Cin. The wait staff was fun and quirky. They were busy but took time to engage customers. Our dinners did not all come out at the same time. I'd like to see them smooth out that type thing. Two of us started eating so as our food did not get cold. The other two dishes came out 5 and 6 minutes later. read more

First time at CinCin Restaurant in Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia and you have to go! The atmosphere is elegant but relaxed. The food was amazing from the start (Pan Fried Dumplings, Sizzling Roasted Duck and Tiramisu) to the dessert, the quality and tastes of everything was outstanding! Oh and the Lemon Drop Martini was fabulous! Highly Recommended. read more

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This is a really great classic place. Waitstaff is very professional and do the little things that mark good service like pouring tea for you and good table management. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is just as you would want for an authentic Chinese dining experience. read more

The service was 5 stars and the food was some of the best I've ever had. It's a bit on the pricey side but worth it.