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I've tried to come here in the past but the wait was always over half an hour, so i stopped by early on sunday morning before the crowds arrive to try the famous chicken rou jia mao. It's cut off of the spicket and mixed with some vegetables and seasoning before stuffed into the pocket. The seasoning was nice and it taste better with a bit of spice. Don't forget to ask for the slice of pineapple to top it off!
I got a Rou Gia Mo here and it was absolutely delicious! The chicken was on the spit, and we watched our server carve it out and season the meat. The bun was also so flaky and fresh, we definitely got lucky. The rou gia mo was so tasty. The chicken is tender and juicy. The bun crispy and pairs so well. Portion is generous for $6, and I loved it!
Continuing our food crawl per my last review, by this time, I am full. But I took a couple of bites of a Chinese gyro from this popular eatery. Many in my party, and apparently a lot of other people, relish the sandwich. I guess it's personal preference but I found the sandwich to be just ok. It's not something I would go out of my way for. I would say if you're in the area, by all means, go try it. You might really enjoy it. But, for me, based on this one item (which probably isn't fair), I would give this eatery 3 1/2 stars.
The rou jia mo, aka the Chinese hamburger, is often called the world's oldest hamburger. It's over 2,000 years old and originated from Xi'an, China. It's $6 for one at Gao Xiao Pa in Flushing, and this is the only spot in NYC that actually uses a vertical rotisserie to stuff these Chinese meat burgers. The flatbread is golden and crispy with lots of layers. The chicken is juicy, seasoned well, and not greasy. The pineapple is my favorite part, so juicy and sweet. The roujiamo is stuffed and made right in front of you for a satisfying snack/meal! Gao Xiao Pa 高小爬 (41-39 Kissena Blvd, Flushing, NY 11355) Open daily 7am-7pm
Crispy and very flaky pastry bun, good deal for $6 considering it is a full balanced meal with carbs, meat, and vegetables. The filling is chicken freshly carved from the rotating grill, a mix of napa cabbage and onions. There were too much onions for me and the onions had the sharp raw onion taste (too overpowering). Apparently you can ask to omit the onions if you wish or ask for more of an ingredient. I went for extra spicy (sauce is added separately). Meat is juicy and the sauce pairs very well with the filling. The pineapple was a little odd to me and out of place -- an acquired taste if you're not into sweet and savory. Overall good snack for the road. Try to catch them off peak hours because there tends to be a lot of people recording the chef cutting the chicken.
We came here around noon time and there wasn't a long line. I love the fact that they kept this here giving it an halal/Chinese flare. For $6 a sandwich you get so much! Even the pineapple added to the chicken sandwich was so good. I can eat this again, over the egg sandwich bear tea pulse. This place is 5/5 and need to grab it to go when you are in flushing 100%
The second was better than the first. I didn't get the spicy the first time and it certainly didn't impress me as much as the second. The super flaky shell resembles phyllo dough but without the copious butter flavor. As a result, it lacks any really flavor and is purely a vessel to get the chicken thigh mix in your mouth. The chicken is really tender and seasoned well. If you can handle spicy, get it for sure. The onions were crunchy and powerful, maybe just a little too raw for my taste to be honest. Make sure you have some breath mints afterwards. The service was friendly, if you're not fluent in the language, pointing is valuable action to take to get what you want. Gas Xiao Pa is purely a street stall, there is no where to sit and eat.
We came here for a grab and go bite. Got the rou jia mo (chinese burger) It was okay, he served us cold bread and raw onions. We both didn't like it much. Not as good as my go to for roujiamo. My other friend who came here preciously said it wasn't as good as my go to as well, Old Luo Yang. Definitely looks cooler than it tastes being served from the vertical rotisserie. Probably wouldn't come back here. If the onions are cooked longer than maybe but not really interested in a mouthful of raw onions again. Small portion of meat and not seasoned enough. A bit disappointing for a first meal of the day.
I will say that my initial experience eating the roujiamo (Chinese Hamburger) from here was finding it very delicious. To be fair, I didn't eat much that day and just came from ice skating and walking. My hunger was stoked making this taste as good as possible to me. But after I reflected on what I just ate I realized that the onions in this were undercooked and the seasoning on a whole was fairly bland. Also there was no pineapple included with our order (Didn't realize we needed to ask for this). The bread was flaky and tender, but as a whole it was pretty disappointing after my expectations were set high from other rave reviews. Overall I prefer the traditional version found elsewhere, specifically with lamb and usually intensely spiced so that is where my allegiance lies. Would I eat this again? Sure, you paying? I probably wouldn't go back on my own.
He knew what we wanted (Roujiaomo) while we were waiting on line. We barely had to wait as he was continuously cooking! I love the crisp bun with the tender and flavorful chicken. I enjoyed the crunch of the onions and cabbage, but wish they were cooked a bit longer to get the rawness out. It was a sharp contrast to the rest of the flavors. Good price ($6) for a quick flavorful bite.
This is a small side kiosk located on Kissena know for one of a kind sandwiches. The bun is flaky, buttery crisp and the meat filling is flavorful and can be tailored spicy to your taste level. There's also plenty of cabbage and onions. Prices are awesome and really can't be beat. Owners are super friendly. This is a hit in Flushing.
I saw some videos about this stand and had made a mental note to check it out next time I was in Flushing. I came around 11:40am on a recent weekday. It was a little hard to find but tracked it down. There were a few people waiting ahead of me in line, but the wait wasn't too long. I saw the guy take out some of the freshly baked bread and saw how juicy the chicken looked, so I was excited. I got one of the roujiamo sandwiches, which was $6. Great deal and feels so good to get a substantial food item for $6 in NY these days. Really feels next to impossible in 2026. Upon receiving the sandwich, I went across the street and tried to eat it ASAP on the street as other people suggested. The sandwich felt really good in my hands as the bread had just come out. Chicken looked really good and I asked for it to be spicy. I took my first bite and it was pretty amazing. First thing I noticed was how flaky the bread was. Such a pleasant and satisfying texture. The chicken had a lot of flavor and I think there is some cabbage in there. I devoured the rest of the sandwich in about a minute and I was very happy. The sandwich is fairly substantial; might not be enough for a full meal for some people and I treated it more as an appetizer before I went elsewhere for a bowl of noodles. I think this is easily a 5 star establishment. Great value and one of the best ways to spend $6 in NYC. read more
Food: This small food stand offers a Chinese version of chicken shawarma gyros which are very tasty! There's a rotating vertical spit with marinated chicken cooking. The chicken is sliced off the spit and continues grilling at the bottom of the spit along with onions. Once the chicken and onions are ready, they're placed into a flaky pocket/bun and served to you hot and fresh. Each chicken "sandwich" is $6. The chicken is very moist and flavorful with the spices and onion. It tastes best eaten hot as soon as you get them. I would highly recommend you give this a try! Service: Staff was friendly and welcoming. Ambiance: This is a food stand/store front with no seating. The food is meant to be ordered and taken out. Overall, I would highly recommend this eatery! read more
Gao Xiao Pa is a true hidden gem in downtown Flushing. I arrived early on a Saturday morning, so there was no wait, and I received my food in less than five minutes. While they offer other comforting items like rice bowls, soups, and porridge, they are most popular for their traditional rou jia mo, also known as a Chinese hamburger. I ordered the chicken burger, and it was stuffed to the brim with fresh, high-quality ingredients inside a beautifully toasty, crispy flaky bun. I highly recommend ordering it with a little spice or asking for it spicy, as the seasoning really enhances the savory flavors and takes the sandwich to another level. I went with "a little spicy," and the flavor was incredible without being overpowering. At just $6, the portion and quality make this an unbeatable value. Highly recommended for a quick and satisfying bite! read more
Excellent cheap eats vendor in flushing. I got the Roujiamo ($6). Guy asked if I wanted spicy and indeed it was spicy. Bread was flaky but crisp. Meat was flavorful and onions and pineapple was a nice touch. Cash. Quick read more
5 days ago
I've tried to come here in the past but the wait was always over half an hour, so i stopped by early on sunday morning before the crowds arrive to try the famous chicken rou jia mao. It's cut off of the spicket and mixed with some vegetables and seasoning before stuffed into the pocket. The seasoning was nice and it taste better with a bit of spice. Don't forget to ask for the slice of pineapple to top it off! read more
I got a Rou Gia Mo here and it was absolutely delicious! The chicken was on the spit, and we watched our server carve it out and season the meat. The bun was also so flaky and fresh, we definitely got lucky. The rou gia mo was so tasty. The chicken is tender and juicy. The bun crispy and pairs so well. Portion is generous for $6, and I loved it! read more
2 months ago
Continuing our food crawl per my last review, by this time, I am full. But I took a couple of bites of a Chinese gyro from this popular eatery. Many in my party, and apparently a lot of other people, relish the sandwich. I guess it's personal preference but I found the sandwich to be just ok. It's not something I would go out of my way for. I would say if you're in the area, by all means, go try it. You might really enjoy it. But, for me, based on this one item (which probably isn't fair), I would give this eatery 3 1/2 stars. read more
The rou jia mo, aka the Chinese hamburger, is often called the world's oldest hamburger. It's over 2,000 years old and originated from Xi'an, China. It's $6 for one at Gao Xiao Pa in Flushing, and this is the only spot in NYC that actually uses a vertical rotisserie to stuff these Chinese meat burgers. The flatbread is golden and crispy with lots of layers. The chicken is juicy, seasoned well, and not greasy. The pineapple is my favorite part, so juicy and sweet. The roujiamo is stuffed and made right in front of you for a satisfying snack/meal! Gao Xiao Pa 高小爬 (41-39 Kissena Blvd, Flushing, NY 11355) Open daily 7am-7pm read more
Crispy and very flaky pastry bun, good deal for $6 considering it is a full balanced meal with carbs, meat, and vegetables. The filling is chicken freshly carved from the rotating grill, a mix of napa cabbage and onions. There were too much onions for me and the onions had the sharp raw onion taste (too overpowering). Apparently you can ask to omit the onions if you wish or ask for more of an ingredient. I went for extra spicy (sauce is added separately). Meat is juicy and the sauce pairs very well with the filling. The pineapple was a little odd to me and out of place -- an acquired taste if you're not into sweet and savory. Overall good snack for the road. Try to catch them off peak hours because there tends to be a lot of people recording the chef cutting the chicken. read more
We came here around noon time and there wasn't a long line. I love the fact that they kept this here giving it an halal/Chinese flare. For $6 a sandwich you get so much! Even the pineapple added to the chicken sandwich was so good. I can eat this again, over the egg sandwich bear tea pulse. This place is 5/5 and need to grab it to go when you are in flushing 100% read more
The second was better than the first. I didn't get the spicy the first time and it certainly didn't impress me as much as the second. The super flaky shell resembles phyllo dough but without the copious butter flavor. As a result, it lacks any really flavor and is purely a vessel to get the chicken thigh mix in your mouth. The chicken is really tender and seasoned well. If you can handle spicy, get it for sure. The onions were crunchy and powerful, maybe just a little too raw for my taste to be honest. Make sure you have some breath mints afterwards. The service was friendly, if you're not fluent in the language, pointing is valuable action to take to get what you want. Gas Xiao Pa is purely a street stall, there is no where to sit and eat. read more
8 months ago
We came here for a grab and go bite. Got the rou jia mo (chinese burger) It was okay, he served us cold bread and raw onions. We both didn't like it much. Not as good as my go to for roujiamo. My other friend who came here preciously said it wasn't as good as my go to as well, Old Luo Yang. Definitely looks cooler than it tastes being served from the vertical rotisserie. Probably wouldn't come back here. If the onions are cooked longer than maybe but not really interested in a mouthful of raw onions again. Small portion of meat and not seasoned enough. A bit disappointing for a first meal of the day. read more
I will say that my initial experience eating the roujiamo (Chinese Hamburger) from here was finding it very delicious. To be fair, I didn't eat much that day and just came from ice skating and walking. My hunger was stoked making this taste as good as possible to me. But after I reflected on what I just ate I realized that the onions in this were undercooked and the seasoning on a whole was fairly bland. Also there was no pineapple included with our order (Didn't realize we needed to ask for this). The bread was flaky and tender, but as a whole it was pretty disappointing after my expectations were set high from other rave reviews. Overall I prefer the traditional version found elsewhere, specifically with lamb and usually intensely spiced so that is where my allegiance lies. Would I eat this again? Sure, you paying? I probably wouldn't go back on my own. read more
He knew what we wanted (Roujiaomo) while we were waiting on line. We barely had to wait as he was continuously cooking! I love the crisp bun with the tender and flavorful chicken. I enjoyed the crunch of the onions and cabbage, but wish they were cooked a bit longer to get the rawness out. It was a sharp contrast to the rest of the flavors. Good price ($6) for a quick flavorful bite. read more
4 months ago
This is a small side kiosk located on Kissena know for one of a kind sandwiches. The bun is flaky, buttery crisp and the meat filling is flavorful and can be tailored spicy to your taste level. There's also plenty of cabbage and onions. Prices are awesome and really can't be beat. Owners are super friendly. This is a hit in Flushing. read more
I'm going to be so real. I think about this Rou Jia Mo every other day and I almost cried from how good it was. From the flakiness of the bun to the well seasoned chicken to the little kick from the onion, everything was amazing. Thank you Mr. Rou Jia Mo chef guy. 那么好吃 read more
After my second visit, this time with three other friends, I have a firm opinion on this Chinese hamburger that people think is an Instagram revelation. OMG! Please! Yes, $6 for this snack is a good price. However, that's roughly the going rate for Chinese hamburgers all over Flushing. Traditional shops would serve the bread with braised pork or cumin lamb, and no fillers. Only difference is that they made a fusion product copying al pastor on a trompo with chicken instead, served with onion and lettuce. Let's talk about the chicken for a minute. Why is it not more flavorful, even with all the seasoning and spices added? Part of the reason is the man is pre-cutting the meat off the vertical spit and allowing it to sit there cooling down and drying out. Another is that the chicken is probably not brined. Too bad. This could have been much better. Btw, if you want a piece of pineapple, you'll have to ask. I'm personally not a fan of chicken and pineapple together, so I didn't bother. As for the bread, it's actually one of the best I have had in Flushing. Flaky and fluffy, whithout being crumbly and messy. They also serve it warm, so this was the best part of the sandwich. It's interesting to me that they combined a traditional Chinese item with a Mexican al pastor twist, but why not pork instead of chicken is still my biggest question. Then the pineapple makes sense. Look! It's not a bad product, just nothing really special. Honestly, the bread is excellent. I just wish the chicken was better to match. read more
Ate here today by myself trying this place out. I definitely tried and brought the rou jia mo that it was absolutely affordable ($6), delicious and amazing after watching the Lunar New Year's parade. The service there was also attentive and super fast. I couldn't agree more about it. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :) read more
I've walked by Gao Xiao Pa multiple times and keep telling myself I should try this one day. Today was that day! There were a few interesting menu items, but I decided only to get the Rou Jia Mo (Chinese Al pastor burger) since it's what they are known for. I was actually told to come back in 20min because they were actually out of the chicken and needed to prepare it again, which was fine with me because I would be getting a new batch. You can customize it by adding spice, onions, lettuce, and pineapple. The chicken is packed with flavor and the bun was very flaky. It was only $6 and they don't skimp on the filling. The owner understands English and was very nice. read more
The thing about the bread here is that it's buttery and flaky, which was unexpected. I stopped by because of the chicken and pineapple sandwich, (which is a great reason to stop by) but the bread, the spices, and the absolute freshness of your food are the co-stars. Ambience is about what you'd expect for a stall front on the street. There's room to sit and eat on the steps of the library across the street. Service was great. The line moves quickly and my food was made to order. Definitely a standout in the area currently. read more
Social media blew up this spot and I was curious enough to see if the hype was real. It's just a small stall that sells these memorable Roujiamo (meat in a bun)! Flaky and crispy pastry (probably made like a green onion pancake) used as a bun and filled with tender bits of chicken and veggies! This was probably one of the best things I ate in New York! It's only $6 and it'll fill you till your next meal! The guy automatically knew what I wanted even though I don't speak Mandarin. It's the most popular thing on the menu that only took 5 minutes to put together. It's grab and go, so I was standing there munching away while people passed by. Not much for ambiance, since it's just a stall. But if you're in this area, I highly recommend trying their roujiamo! YUMMY!!! read more
1 year ago
Gao Xiao Pa serves a unique sandwich called the Roujiamo or Chinese hamburger. I became aware of this shop after seeing it on social media and can certainly see that it's worth the hype. We arrived around noon on a Saturday and there were others on line ordering the sandwich as well. For $6, we got a nice serving of pork from the spit stuffed in a bread that looked like a pita pocket. My first bite into the sandwich was very surprising since I did not expect the exterior to be so soft and flakey. It was like eating a crispy croissant. The pork was seasoned super nicely, kind of like Asian skewers with cumin and other spices. I really enjoyed this sandwich and would highly recommend it to others. FYI, there is another stall a few shops further away from Main Street that seems to have a booth with a spit but the bread is not the same. We were planning on ordering one from each to compare but the other stall serves it on a wrap, which isn't as unique/exciting as this one. read more
ambiance - A small stall out of the wall. ordered to go, not sure if there is any sitting area further in the store. Service - we got there 30 minutes before closing so no wait time. we were the second person to order it was pretty quick, got our sandwich within minuted minutes Food - very good for a $6 sandwich - the portion is very decent and the bread is very crisp and flaky. they also have a $10 for a rice bowl too will try that next time. read more
9 months ago
This place has been dubbed Chinese Al Pastor . Roujiamo- also known as meat sandwich, Chinese hamburger - According to @wikipedia - the meat is most commonly pork but here we have chicken, cooked more Mexican style. Instead of tacos, he's making sandwiches... . The meat is slow cooked topped with a whole pineapple on top. I didn't get to see him cut/slice the chicken into bits. Once you place your order, he sections off a portion of the chicken, which has onions, adds some of the lettuce on the side before he adds the seasonings. No idea what is what, but one seasoning for sure is cumin... . He then toasted the bread for about 30 seconds or so, and then stuffs the bread with a lot of the meat and puts it into a small plastic bag and off you go.. . I did open the bag immediately to take a pic before taking a bite. The chicken temperature was like warmer that luke warm, so that hot place isn't really hot, but rather just keeping it warm. But, it was also cold out side, so maybe the cold was overpowering the heat . The onions were still kinda raw for my liking and I did not taste any pineapple. I even asked if there were any pineapple and he said yes. There was no sweetness to it.. the chicken itself was still pretty moist but being that it was all out in the open like that, it can get dry a bit. Would it be wrong to add some mayo? . But, even with all the said, it tasted very good. Had it been hotter in temperature and some/more pineapple, it would've been even better read more
Been here countless times now and i'm more than confident to say they have the best and tastiest roujiamo (chinese burger). Chicken is cooked on a split (think of chicken gyro). The owner understands english. You can ask for spice or no spice, with or without onions, lettuce and pineapple! The flakey bun is baked to a perfection. Affordable eat for $6. I also had it served over rice which is $10. And, what's even better is that my kids loves it. Go and try before he gets super popular. read more
I'm so happy I finally got to try out their $6 Chinese hamburger Roujiamo (肉夹馍) at Gao Xiao Pao in flushing. They use fresh ingredients and you get to see them make it right in front of you. I love how they stuff a lot of chicken inside the hamburger bread. I waited 30-minute for it. I love the flavor. I highly recommend trying it. I can't wait to go and try out their other dishes next time around. read more
Lives up to the hype! Had the Roujiamo which social media recommended, which is a savory chicken sandwich with onions inside a flakey crispy bread. Meat was tender and delicious. Definitely a great snack for 6$. I saw most of the locals were ordering jianbing from there though so I'll definitely try that next time. the guy taking orders understood English but the cooks had no idea :( makes me feel like I need to learn mandarin now to eat delicious foods read more
Flakey crispy bread, delicious well seasoned juicy chicken, what more could you want from a place? While the rou jia mo has been a popular staple in many western Chinese restaurants, this rendition with chicken is a relatively new addition. The trick when ordering this item is to ask for 多啦 or more spicy, the item really isn't all that spicy, when asking for extra spicy you just get more spices and flavor which truly makes this item shine. This really is one of the best new additions to flushing and a spot I see myself regularly coming back to read more
This roujiamo was SOOO good and not like any of the others I've had. I've only had roujiamo with braised pork so I was surprised to find that Gao Xiao Pa served it with chicken and veggies. The chicken was flavorful and cooked well, and the veggies added a nice crunch; I'm always a fan of any veggies being added to something. The bun was so crispy and I love that it's a snack that can be easily eaten on the go. read more
This little hidden gem is probably one of the best roujiamou (Chinese burger) spots in flushing. Packed with flavor and they are definitely not cheap with the ingredients and the breading is also so crispy. Will definitely be coming back again. read more
Service: 4.6/5 Food: 4.7/5 small stall that's basically a window. unfortunately, there's no seating so you're either getting it to go or eating in the sidewalk. great prices for worthwhile portions, most everything is under $5. surprised there's no ridiculous line since I found them through instagram reels + i'm usually late to these things. they're also pretty efficient with getting orders out, so maybe they don't get as backed up. Tip: bring cash What I Ordered: - roujiamo: good flavor, has the skewer spice, crispy bun, hearty snack, such a good deal! - kbbq mixed rice: basically the same thing as above, just over lots of rice + w mustard greens. so while it's more filling, it's just extra carbs. read more
If you like gyros but want an Asian version, this is the place. This street food is just a little stand with no seats but for $6, this sliced chicken meat in what appears to be a flaky crossaint type of hybrid scallion bun is perfect with medium spiciness level and onions with it. It's fresh, and just right in size for one person to eat. The man is friendly and can communicate in English. The service was fast. read more
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