This is kinda like a fast pace dine and go place. Wait time is about 10-30 mins depending on how many people in your party. There are a lot of people but they come and go. They suggest you to order while you wait for seats as it does take at least 20 mins for the clay pots. You do have to pay once you place your order. If paying with credit there's is a 3% adding fee. Also there is a no tipping policy here. Lydia was great. She was very helpful in getting my seats and recommending what to get. We got the the signature, spareribs, chicken and mushroom and Wagyu beef. They were all flavorful especially with their signature soy sauce. We did end up finishing it all. The only downside is it doesn't have the rice crunch at the bottom. They also have complimentary water, pickled radishes and hot chili oil on the side. Do note that if you sit on a bigger table and all the seats are not occupied you will have to share it with others. read more

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I am in no way a claypot rice expert. I love the stuff but don't find it often. So I never turn down the opportunity to eat it, especially when a shop advertises that the dish is its namesake. In addition, calling yourself the "King" of something implies superiority so I was quite excited to discover this place as I was walking right past it on my wanderings around Flushing. It was a shade early for lunch, so when I walked in, it was starting to get busy but not so much so that I was able to score a prime seat up against the kitchen window action. Lunch and a show, what a deal! Their menu was promising as they had several varieties of toppings you could get and the seating was even better. Being able to see the kitchen production gave me great appreciation for the real assembly-line type of teamwork they use to get numerous pots on the fire with precisely measured and weighed amounts of ingredients. They do have the ordering, cooking, and serving steps down to a precise science. But if you are going to be the "King" and all about a single dish, you had better turn out that dish better than just about everywhere else. That was not my experience. They did turn out an ok meal but nothing memorable. What they don't have down is the classic claypot end product. What I got was a serviceable lunch in a pot that I was satisfied to consume. But it wasn't spectacular and it had very little of the overall outer shell texture and crunch of the very best claypot rice renditions I have had in Hong Kong. It came out fast and it did satisfy me in some ways for a claypot rice quickie but it was in the same way that a Whopper at Burger King satisfies your desire for a hamburger. It is immediate gratification with a quick high but no lasting satisfaction. I liked it. I would go back if in the area and in need of a quick fix. But it would not make my top spot list for reasons to travel to the area to eat at. read more

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I really wanted to like this place, but I can't find reasons to. Dined at the restaurant twice. First time was during grand opening and the second time was a weekday in August. The hope was that by the second visit, they would've improved the issues, but that wasn't the case Claypot rice: A crispy rice bottom is what makes claypot rice. This was not consistent in the 2 rice we ordered during grand opening. We gave this feedback during grand opening. During second visit, both rice pots did not have crispy bottoms. What a let down! Flavor of the toppings were good though. Ordering system: So confusing! During grand opening, there were QR codes on the tables/counters to digitally order. But if you want to pay in cash, you have to order by the front door. During our second visit, we didn't see the QR codes available anymore. And we were told to order once we got in (before sitting down), but they did allow us to sit after we asked to be seated first. When we were ready to order, we were directed to order at the front. Fine, but then every other diner was allowed to order with the server regardless of paying with CC or cash. Miscellaneous: There were 2-3 sides in the self-serve area during grand opening, but during second visit, only 1 was available. We also asked for plates or bowls so we can share the rice, which they gave us during grand opening but gave us take-out boxes to eat from during the second visit. I get that it's a no-tip establishment, but eating out of take-out boxes made it felt like eating at a food court. Another visit in the future is not likely. read more

The claypot was reealllly good here. The restaurant is small and there tends to be a wait throughout the day. This is a no tipping establishment but the dishes pretty much account for it. It's not Flushing cheap eats here but it's good eats. You pay before you sit down. They take your order and then give you a number to place on your table when you get seated. Utensils are in the drawers built into the table. Water station is by the front. You eat and leave. Nice and simple. We enjoyed our food and waited about 20 minutes for a table for 4. read more

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We've been here twice and the claypot rice is top tier. We've tried their signature with Chinese sausage, pork ribs, and chicken the first time. On our second visit, my husband ordered the eel and I had chicken and Chinese sausage. The portion size is quite generous, if you get the combo with vegetables and soup it can easily be shared between two people. I was convinced that I was famished and needed my own pot of rice today. I was quickly humbled and felt full halfway through. Their soup is so nourishing and felt like it was replenishing my energy that was drained by the summer heat. This place can get very crowded but people eat quickly and the tables are then turned around fast. You have to order before you sit down so check the menu beforehand to prepare yourself. read more

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I'm not usually a huge fan of claypot rice but I decided to take my family to this place for dinner. The ordering process is easy: you order at the counter, get a number sign, and seat yourself. Water and utensils are self service and there's no tipping. We got the eel, classic, and black pepper beef claypots. The food came out in around 15 min or so since they make each claypot rice fresh. After sprinkling some soy sauce on top and giving it a mix, we dug in and it was so delicious! The rice was fragrant with the oils from the meats and there was a nice char on the rice at the bottom of the pot. The meat was tender and flavorful and there was some bok choy for some freshness. A great place for claypot rice in flushing! read more

Claypot King - Eel, Classic, and Black Pepper Beef claypot rices - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

We ordered the Signature Chinese Sausage Clay Pot Rice, Premium Chinese Sausage Clay Pot Rice, and Mushroom & Chicken Clay Pot Rice. Every clay pot arrived piping hot with perfectly cooked rice and a delicious crispy layer at the bottom. The Chinese sausage was very thin cut but they gave you a lot and the chicken was tender. The premium Chinese sausage clay pot was the one we liked the most. We also took advantage of the combo deal, which came with a choice of lemon tea or soup and cold vegetables. It was a great value. Service was quick. Tables were closed to each other. If you're craving authentic clay pot rice, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. read more

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Oh, we love the concept! This fast, self-service clay pot spot in downtown Flushing is perfect when you're looking for a quick, satisfying meal. Also!!!!!!!!!!no tipping required. The food is delicious. The mushroom chicken is incredibly smooth, and silky, while the beef is perfectly seasoned and pairs wonderfully with the rice. Every bite is comforting and flavorful. The line can get long, but it's definitely worth the wait. Simply get in line, place your order, pay, and you'll receive a number while you wait for a table. The whole process is efficient, well organized, and keeps everything moving smoothly. read more

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Had somewhat of a wait, so prepare to queue outside in the sun! Food was good! I recommend the premium cured meats, and the wagyu beef! Both are flavorful. Skip the chicken and mushroom. It's pretty flavorless. Love the combos they give. The tea is so good and the mushroom soup is also good! The veggies are all good choices. Love that it's no tip. The place is a little cramped. The service is standard. I'd come back if I want a quick cheap meal! read more

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My friend was saying this place is better than a competitor's location: crispy rice, great flavor, black bean sauce with ribs is amazing. While waiting to place an order to go, I was impressed with the food that the customers were eating. I placed an order on black bean pork ribs claypot rice to go and was told it would take 20-30 mins. If you pay cash, you don't have an extra 3% credit card fee. Waited 25 mins and the food is ready. It smelt good. The food picture and the menu picture looks very different: lacked 1 stalk of leafy green vegetables - more like the corn, carrot, and green peas, no black bean (definitely no sauce) and no crispy rice at all. Highly disappointed, since it had no flavor, it was bland. Guess I have to try it in the restaurant and decide after trying it "right off the stove". read more

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we came on a weekend and it was packed. we had to order first before getting seated at our table. it's a solid spot if you're craving clay pot rice. one of my friends and I had an upset tummy an hour after eating this. I think it could've been the chinese sausage. prob would come back and try something that doesn't have the chinese sausage. they have a good number of seats but interior feels kinda squishy when it's a full house. read more

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Decent food at an okay price. Classic claypot dishes, but not my style overall. Notably not a lot of claypot places in flushing. read more

Claypot King - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Food 4.5/5 Service 3/5 Ambiance 3.5/5 Value 4/5 Easily one of the best clay pot rice spots in NYC! I'm so thrilled a high-quality place finally opened up. Enjoyed the crispy rice and the flavor was on point Just a heads up that it gets incredibly packed inside, but the food is absolutely worth it. Plus, they have a no-tipping policy! read more

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We ordered two combos (each comes with soup + veggie): Premium Chinese Sausage Claypot The Chinese sausage leaned noticeably sweet, which I enjoyed. The preserved pork belly was sliced very thin, though some pieces still had cartilage. Overall, it was solid. Chicken & Mushroom Claypot The chicken pieces were quite large (all dark meat), making it very juicy. However, the mushrooms had an extremely strong, pungent flavor -- I suspect they used rehydrated dried shiitake. It was a bit overwhelming for me. Overall, just okay. Snow Pear & Pig Soup This was easily the star of the meal. Sweet, comforting, and surprisingly delicious. It even had snow fungus in it. Honestly, it could pass as a dessert -- one of the best soups I've had in a while (not including my parent homemade soup) Mushroom Pork Rib Soup Not bad at all. Solid flavor and packed with plenty of pork ribs for the portion size. Chinese Broccoli & Blanched Lettuce Pretty basic veggies. Nice that they come with the combo, but you probably don't need to order them separately since the claypot rice already includes Shanghai bok choy. Chilled Okra This was fine if you like okra. They comped it because our food took over 30 minutes. Side note: Since they're brand new, patience is key. They had enough staff, but the servers were walking around asking customers for their table numbers -- even though the restaurant is small. A bit chaotic, but understandable for a new place. Final thoughts: The claypots needed a bit more time on the heat -- there was zero crispy rice at the bottom, which is honestly the best part of claypot rice. The rice was fine, it wasn't mushy, but it didn't have much flavor either. The soy sauce was doing a lot of heavy lifting to hold everything together. Would I go back? Yes, but not anytime soon. There's definite potential here once they smooth out the kinks read more

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Been wanting to come here since I first saw the signage that they had on the storefront. So I went today with the wife and the food was great. The Rice in the claypot was perfectly cooked and the meat was so tender. The crispy rice crust was perfect for me as sometime other claypot rice I had in the past was too thick and sticky but not here is perfect for me it had the best amount of crunchy. I highly recommend when you put in the soy sauce to start mixing the right and making sure to get the rice crust off the bottom of the pot as it will be harder once it cools down. We recommend to get the put with everything on it as that was we had and it was perfect. We also had the soup which honestly was really good is very flavorful and the broth was very clear. The sitting was very tight due to the amount of customer there was in there but the employees responded to us pretty quick to get us seated when they had tables open. The decor is very modern for a claypot restaurant. Everything is so fresh and hot that I definitely recommend coming in and having a claypot rice when is cold outside because it definitely will warm you up. read more

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Delicious Claypot Rice with reasonable price with so many combo choice. It's totally worth going! #lifeofthewongladyinnewyork #claypotrice #foodieinflushjng #claypotking read more

Over the weekend, drive past by the restaurant and saw a long line. Out of curiosity I decided to come on a weekday to try their claypot rice. Upon entry, you stop at the cashier/hostess where you place your food order, pay & then sit at a table with your assigned number tag. Is a pretty simple menu with claypot rice choices à la carte or in combo. It's a no tip policy and not a place to linger. The place is not large, with simple picto decor describing the fresh ingredients used in rice. Claypot rice alone ranges from $15-25 pending on the topping you choose. Once we seat, drop off your bag, take off your jacket and go to the self serve station to get pickled radishes that will go wonderfully with the claypot rice and cup of water. They do have a free drink options but very limited. We decided to order mushroom chicken claypot rice & Chinese sausage special claypot rice. Since everything is prepared as ordered be ready to wait 10-20 min. As soon as the rice arrived, we poured in the soy sauce in a jar in the table, hear the sizzle, mix & enjoy. It was nicely done though nothing to brag about. It would be a place where I have to be in the mood for this to stop in. read more

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We came at opening and snagged a table without having to wait. Offering quick service, you have to order and pay first at the front. Overall, taste is what you'd expect. But if you're looking for that nice crispy rice that comes with the claypot rice experience, I will say it's a bit inconsistent depending on the toppings in your bowl. read more

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When I saw that this place serves clay pot rice, I knew I had to try it myself. I ordered the eel and premium sausage claypots, and everything was so good that I surprisingly finished a whole pot alone. The space is a bit small and packs out by noon, so it is best to go early. You simply order at the front, get seated, and wait for your delicious food to arrive. read more

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The food was great and the interior was clean, but they really need to improve the ordering and dining experience. We arrived 10 minutes before they opened in a Saturday. Getting seated took a while since some guests don't know how to order on their phones, so they have to order and pay at the counter before they are seated at a table. The people who know how to order on their phones using a QR code are left waiting until they are seated. They really need to have a better order management system. The claypots took 20 minutes to arrive. Guests got their food out of order, even if they ordered the same thing. Also, my claypot arrived 10 minutes after my friends' claypot. I really think the dining experience can be improved overall. Thankfully, the food was good and fresh. The mushroom pork soup tastes just like the one my mom makes. You also get a LOT of rice, so no complaints there. Just go when they are not that busy if you don't want to deal with the long wait time. read more

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I went here with family as the concept and pics looked really appetizing. I had decent expectations for a solid meal. To be honest, it was just ok. The portion size of the meats they give out is pretty sparse. I had the special with the Chinese sausages and I ended up going directly to the skewer carts outside when I finished this meal cause I wasn't full. I'd rather go get a char siu with rice down the street which also cost way less. read more

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Came around 2pm on a Sunday and waited about 20 minutes. There's no real waiting area, so be prepared to stand until your turn. The ordering process is a bit different: you order and pay first when you reach the front, then get seated. Food takes about 10-15 minutes to come out, which is pretty reasonable considering everything is made fresh in claypots. The combo is a great deal--it comes with your choice of claypot rice, a lemon tea or soup, and a veggie side. The space itself is pretty small and simple, and interestingly, there's no tipping expected. Food-wise, the signature claypot rice was definitely the standout--super fragrant with that classic crispy rice at the bottom. I love the mini shovel spoon to scrape it up. Also tried the eggplant rice, which was flavorful and well-cooked. Overall, really tasty and worth checking out if you're in the area but just be ready for a bit of a wait and a tight space. read more

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My friend and I happened to walk past this place on our way to TP Tea, and we saw a line outside and immediately got curious. I looked it up and saw that it was a new restaurant, and it looked so good! My quickly switched our lunch plans, and I got in line while my friend waited for our bubble tea. The line moved pretty quick actually! We got the premium chinese sausage combo and the braised eggplant combo with the snow pear & fig soup, mushroom pork rib soup, blanched lettuce, and chinese broccoli. The chicken was so tender, and the chinese sausage added a nice sweetness. I didn't expect to, but I actually liked the eggplant claypot rice more. It had a nice sauce to it already with a good amount of ground meat. The snow pear soup wasn't my favorite. It tasted like a light dessert soup. The mushroom pork one was much better. Overall, this was such a good find! I would definitely come back here. read more

Claypot King - braised eggplant claypot rice - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Came here for the first time today with my mom. It's a small space and was very cramped and crowded, no real waiting area. But the line seemed to move quickly, and we waited around 20 minutes on a Sunday evening. You sit and then make your order and pay using a QR code, and the servers then bring the food to you. We ordered the kelp salad (which really was just seaweed salad), the signature claypot rice (which was delicious! With a little sauce, there was just enough toppings, bok choy, and the rice was perfectly chewy and crispy on the bottom). We also got the mushroom and snow pear soup, both of which were tasty. The snow pear soup is mild and full of dates, pear, snow fungus and longan. The fried pork was crispy and a relatively small portion. We didn't get to try the dessert today, and they also ran out of the Chinese broccoli and lettuce. We would definitely come back! read more

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The food is good and appetizing; the atmosphere is decent, and the staff are great. There is usually heavy foot traffic, and there is a parking lot near this shop. read more

Claypot King - 这个煲仔饭很好吃 - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Crammed space, mediocre food, poor service! Avoid at all cost! I was really disappointed with this place. It was extremely cramped, making the dining experience uncomfortable from the moment we walked in. The food was underwhelming, especially for the price. The "crispy rice" was so overcooked that it was hard, crumbled apart, and was actually painful to bite into. For a dish costing over $20, the portion of meat was surprisingly small, and it came with just two pieces of baby bok choy. The service was equally disappointing. You're expected to find your own seat when you walk in, then after sitting down, you have to get back up and return to the counter to place your order. The staff also seated complete strangers directly next to us at the same table without asking if we were comfortable sharing. The overall atmosphere felt unwelcoming. Rather than checking on guests or providing attentive service, staff mostly walked around monitoring the dining room, which made the experience feel awkward. I noticed they advertise a no-tip model, which is perfectly fine in principle, but unfortunately the quality of both the food and service reflected that. Between the disappointing meal, poor organization, and uncomfortable seating arrangement, I wouldn't return. read more

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A very average to mediocre product, I miss the days where quality claypot / Cantonese food was ubiquitous in the nyc food scene, especially since this place does not measure up and left me feeling incredibly underwhelmed. Came here and ordered two claypots with a vegetable and soup add on for one of the claypots. For the choice of vegetables you get a choice of a hot veggie or cold one, i was in the mood for seaweed that day for whatever reason and got a decent average dish out of it, the soup was good, had great flavor and salt content and was probably the best thing I had here. The claypots were below average to somewhat sufficient. They used the wrong type of rice as some of the grains were incredibly hard and not fluffy like it should be, portions are smaller than I'd like for the price I paid and the claypot did not have a crisp bottom which im accustomed to from claypot rices. They had a strange condiment which tasted similar to fermented tofu, not bad, but not a flavor in used to for claypot. The taste of the dishes themselves was just okay, not bad, but nothing amazing, just the combination of everything combined left me wanting more from this business. I would not come back unless im desperate for claypot rice, which probably won't be anytime in the near future read more

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This clay pot restaurant opens at 11am. You order at the register by the door and then sit down at any available table or seatings by the open kitchen, where you can view the clay pot rices being made. I went close to opening, just before the crowd, and was able to get a table with my friend. They have a self-serve condiment and water station. They have both cold water and hot water. The condiment station has pickled radish and spicy sauce with little bits of green beans in it. There is also a rice cooker with rice in it. I think customers can get more rice if needed. I didn't need more rice. The chopsticks and spoons are in the hidden drawers in the table. You just pull out the drawer. I got 2 clay pot rices: the Chinese sausage, and the chicken and mushroom. They come with 2 pieces of bok choy. It comes in the clay pot if you dine-in. They don't give you a bowl, so you just eat out of the clay pot. The sausage was sliced in thin pieces. Pretty good, but I like it a little bit thicker chunks. The chicken and mushroom one was good too. By themselves the flavor is mild, but you have to add the spicy green bean sauce. This IS the sauce. So delicious. It makes the dish. I don't really know what it is, but it has bits of chopped up string beans and soy bean in it and has a spicy kick. Not too spicy. 1 little jar was empty and 1 other little jar was almost empty when I went to get more for my table. The pickled radish is really good also. I refilled that too. When you get to the bottom of the clay pot, you can pour some hot water into it. It doesn't have to be a lot. Just enough to cover the remaining rice that is stuck to the pot. Leave it for a few minutes. Then scrape it with the spoon shovel. Add the spicy green sauce. My pot was nice and crispy. So it was delicious. I cleaned the pot. I was so full. The rice and flavors are slightly different than some clay pot rices I've had, but overall with the spicy sauce, it's quite tasty for dine-in. You leave everything on the table and someone comes around to pick up the clay pot. It's a no tipping required restaurant. They have congee on the menu, but it was not available when I went. They also have specialty soups. read more

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Think Clay Pot in fast food setting. A causal joint where you order and pay first, then they give you a number for your table and food will be brought to you when ready. Good flavorful clay pot rice, and there's a self-serve condiments station. read more

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The waiting area was cramped during busier times and queueing for a table next to dining patrons felt a little awkward. The operations could use some work, but overall was streamlined as you pay and order prior to sitting. The clay pots were similar aside from the components; the spare ribs were probably best while the chicken was texturally rubbery and the abalone was a little dry. The bottom rice crust had the requisite crispness. Overall decent and serviceable. read more

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Opens at 11 am. It is best to get there 5 mins before they open. It gets packed easily. 2 ways to order your meal are with a QR code on the table or from the waiters, and they will bring it over to you once it's ready. I got their Signature claypot, which had one of everything--chicken, chinese sausage, chinese pork belly, pork ribs, salted egg yolk] in it. It's also self-service on water and some side dishes like their pickled vegetables. But the downside about it was there wasn't any crispy rice on the bottom of the pot, and it's a bit pricier than other places too read more

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A newly opened clay pot spot in Flushing and it's no tip??? Of course I had to try. I was a bit intimidated by the line but honestly it goes really fast. The line basically is just to order and pay and then you get to get seated right away. They're able to seat 40 people per hour so the turnaround is quite fast. The space itself is quite small and the tables are squished next to each other so it may not be the most comfortable. We ordered two clay pots to split between the two of us. The flavor of the meat and eel was delicious. I also loved how silky the chicken was. Unpopular opinion, but I actually don't prefer the bottom of the clay pot, but I do have to say they had a wonderfully crispy bottom. We also got the fried pork and that was perfectly crispy and seasoned. I definitely will be back. read more

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Economic and tasty, nice side dish (soup). Service is clean and nice. Can use Apple Pay (flushing food always cash only). read more

Claypot King - Economic and tasty. Good side dish. - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered a claypot rice; it was packed with generous ingredients and was seasoned just right. The service was also really nice and they were really patience with me. read more

Claypot King - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

Really delicious clay pot rice! The rice is perfectly cooked with crispy golden crust at the bottom. The meat portions are generous, well‑seasoned and juicy. The house soy sauce blends so well with everything. Service is quick, and the waiting time is reasonable. Free pickled radish and chili oil are great complements. Definitely will come back again! read more

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Authentic clay pot rice. Milk custard tastes great, not too sweet. The mushroom pork rib soup is good too. read more

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super impressed by the claypot rice but also the first time ive had it so no comparison. got the signature chinese sausage and everything was so fresh and delicious. the chinese sausage was so fragrant, pork ribs were incredibly tender and flavorful, and rice was the perfect consistency and nicely crisped at the bottom. the salted egg yolk and sizzle of added soy sauce brought everything together. they ran out of veggies since it was late at night but service was fine and space is decently clean. self serve water and pickled cabbage. read more

Claypot King - signature chinese sausage clay pot rice - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

The food was great--very tasty and filling. The service was quick, and the food was served promptly. However, the restaurant can get quite crowded, so it's best to arrive before the lunch or dinner rush to avoid long waits. Overall, it was a great dining experience. read more

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This is a busy shop on the corner of Prince and 36. The place is packed during dinner hours into the night. You have to wait to order your takeout. If you want to eat in, you can order first then look for a seat or order at the table. They has a good selection of clay pots u can order. The signature dish is chicken and sausage. We decided to try the chicken and mushrooms, black pepper and beef (wagyu). You can order your clay pot with veggies and or a drink. There is a whole list of add ons. Note- make sure your clay pot has all the ingredients listed. My beef was bland and no black peppers. That was very disappointing!!!! As extras they have water hot or cold, marinated radish and carrots, spices, extra rice. The place was nicely decorated with cage covered lights and a big screen tv displaying the food they make. There was a counter one can sit at or a bunch or tables for 2 - 4. No really big tables. read more

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I went there because I suddenly fancied eating claypot rice. The price is probably reasonable. I chose "Chicken and Chinese Sausage Claypot Rice" ($15.99 on June 13, 2026) --- not their "Combo". Water and some radish appetizer was freely provided. The food is good but not excitingly good. It's like just cooking rice and chicken and Chinese Sausage together with no extra taste or "magical chemistry". Half way into eating, I realized that I could add some soy sauce. I arrived just before 11 am and yet there was already a line. They advertised that they don't charge tips and paying by cash can save the 3% credit card fee. read more

Claypot King - Chicken and Chinese Sausage Clay Pot Rice in "Claypot King" of Flushing, NY. - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York