Went to China and brought back some delicious beef jerky. This is better. Best I have ever had

Jung's is Renowned for their Dried Beef! This is NOT the same as Jerky; similar but definitely different. They sell dried beef and pork; there's a sweet version and spicy version of each. They may sell other items also but I'm not sure about those items. $26 1/2 lb $52 1 lb Jung's Dried Beef is so popular that they run out of products quickly. Each batch takes 2 hrs to cook, so if something runs out, you'll have to wait 2 hrs for the next batch. It's best to pre-order your items to get exactly what you want; especially if you have a large order. It's really pot luck if you just show up at the store. You're limited to whatever hasn't sold out yet. Don't be shocked if they run out of what you're looking for. *** To Pre-Order: *** Don't call them to pre-order because they WILL NOT answer the phone!! Seriously! lol You have to email them at: Jungdriedbeef@Gmail.com You're Welcome! :-) Customer service is quirky! lol I usually order the sweet dried beef and/or the spicy dried beef. My fave is the Spicy version but it honestly isn't THAT Spicy and I wish it were spicier. Still very good though! Warning: they're very addictive! read more

Jung's Dried Beef - Spicy Dried Beef $26/half lb ($52 for 1 lb)... it's not really THAT Spicy! - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

Still my favorite fresh pork jerky in Manhattan Chinatown. I have been going there for 20 years now. They sell original beef/pork (the logo mentioned "sweet moo/oinkie") but not sweet at all and spicy beef/pork. Cash only. The current rate is $52/lb; $26 1/2 lb and $13 1/4 lb. Family run business. The jerkys sell out quickly and next batch is ready in 30 mins. Note that the jerkys are not the Singapore style (soft and wet) but the Hong Kong strips (dry and chewy, but not on the tough side). The jerkys are stored in tall glass containers. The shop looks like someone's dining room - it def gives a homey vibe. read more

Cash only. No sampling. The male owner didn't speak a word and just pointed at different signs, although I think he should be able to communicate with us in Cantonese, Mandarin or English. The dried beef here is tougher than Malaysian beef jerky. They are in smaller pieces which is good for sharing or portion control. Looks like they have diced beef/pork too (?) 牛肉粒/猪肉粒 (?) but those jars were empty when I stopped by. read more

Jung's Dried Beef - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

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I don't really know much about the nuances of beef and pork Jerky but this place has some of the best I've had. While they have some stock for walk-ins it's probably best to order in advance. They now have an email address which you'll definitely need if you're ordering multiple pounds. It's currently $44/lb. It's a small business so don't expect any fluff. read more

Jung's Dried Beef - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

Love this place! I drive from Boston to nyc for this! Been going here since I was in my low 20's, wish I could open something like this in Boston. It's a secret recipe he won't share! read more

Jung's Dried Beef - Nuggets sweet pork! - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

This is a small one man operation! We went early in the afternoon was not crowded! The beef and pork jerky were very fresh and tasty! Since we from Boston we do not get these type of treats there especially if it fresh! So picked up one pound of beef jerky and 1/2 lb spicy pork jerky! Prices are reasonable for such an intensive job for making jerky! If your in neighborhood go there you will not be disappointed! It is one of the hidden gems in nyc Chinatown! Price range $$ read more

First, this is not beef jerky! It's dried beef. There is a difference. They are delicious, chewy, sweet, lean strips of beef marinated and air dried. Prices are higher then past visit; it is now $10 for 1/4 pound. They are delicious and bring back good memories. read more

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Love the beef jerky here! So soft and sweet. Easy to chew unlike the packaged ones in grocery stores read more

Jung's Dried Beef - Beef jerky 1/2 lb - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

I've enjoyed their beef jerky for years whenever relatives from Connecticut would go there and bring or mail some to us in CA. It is super fresh. So you gotta eat it quickly (or freeze?) before it goes bad. Went in person once, but it was more just a pick up of a large telephone order, so run in and run out type of deal. Definitely a must get. read more

Still my favorite place to get Chinese beef jerky. It used to be called Ping's Dried Beef and has been around for a long time. The beef jerky is not the tough, dried kind you find with Ameri an jerky. Here, the jerky is softer and slightly chewy. They have the sweet beef, spicy beef, and pork jerky. Call ahead to make sure they have it in stock since they are a small family business which does not make huge batches. They seem to have a new batch ready at around 3pm. Don't be alarmed by the inside of the store since they basically run it from their home. It is oricy though. Right now it is $40/lb. You can purchase in quarter pounds. I always get the sweet beef jerky. It is cash only. read more

The rating is for customer service. Whenever I am in town I get 1/4 pound each of the sweet pork and sweet beef jerky. I usually go every week or two. On one of my recent visits I was told by the proprietor that there will be a price increase on January 1, 2025. I went there the last week of December 2024 and saw the increase. The wife of the proprietor said the price went up on their meat order and would not honor the old price. I do not like to patronize a business that will not keep its word. read more

I have been coming here since the 80s and still love it. When I lived in the neighborhood, I would always find an excuse to go and pick up a quarter lb. I have not been able to find anything like this in the US and now anytime I am in the area, I check to see if they have any sweet beef in stock. Definitely one of the hidden, local gems of NYC Chinatown. read more

This place was a bit scary. You want into a messy store and stare at large jars that are labeled. It's noon and we want to order a sampling of jerky. Surprising the pork ones are sold out. Apparently someone bought them and it for the morning when it first opened. Next batch not avail doe 2 hours. My friend bought the spicy and sweet beef version. Dry jerky and pretty much the same flavor for both. Quarry pound minimum and no mixing. Boo. Not impressed. And the place smelled. I'm Chinese but this was even too creepy for me. read more

$44/lb now and cash only! They have the best beef jerky but price has really got me up. They used to take CC but the pandemic changed everything. read more

Formerly known as Ping's Dried Beef (https://www.yelp.com/biz/pings-dried-beef-new-york) the older generation has mostly retired, letting the younger generation take over with a new name: Jung's Dried Beef. Do not fear however, this does not mean that suddenly they are making avocado jalapeno beef jerky or Kombucha infused pork jerky (thank goodness). The recipes remain the same as they always have been, offering delicious sweet or spicy flavors. The textures are wonderfully chewy and does not require you to almost rip your teeth out to eat. This is truly one of the best jerky places I have ever been to (and they are becoming more rare over the years, a competing store around the corner recently closed). Recommendation: If you intend to purchase any more than a half pound, reserve some ahead of time. For larger amounts (think a couple pounds) it is recommended you reserve about *two* days ahead of time. This is no gimmick. Almost every time you walk in the large glass containers that hold the jerky are either empty or almost empty. People drive in from out of state to get this stuff, so be warned. Walking in and expecting to get a couple pounds of jerky is pretty unrealistic. Another warning: This is a true traditional and artisan product, and the price reflects this. Currently it stands at about $30/pound. To me it is more than worth it, but this is not the cheap jerky you buy at 7-11. This is the GOOD stuff. I am very happy to see the spirit of Ping's continues with Jung's and I hope to continue to enjoy it for years to come. read more

They aren't open on Mondays and if you want to order a large quantity, you'll have to do a pre-order. Believe me when I say that a lot of people do pre-orders. The store looks old and rundown and feels more like a storage room, so some people might be put off by that, however, the beef and pork jerky here is so good! We usually buy a quarter-pound each of the sweet beef and sweet pork ones. The jerky is soft, tender, and has a really good sweet fruity flavor. read more

Call in or email to order the Sweet Moo Jr. ahead of time, which is the sweet soft beef jerky. Cash only. read more

Jung's Dried Beef - a sign for cash only - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

Previously known as Ping's Dried Beef. Son took over the reigns. Family standards and quality maintained. Though it's tough to get a hold of someone on the phone. They do take orders via email but you need to get a confirmation with ticket number. They mainly do pre-order since it's a manually intensive process. Don't bother thinking you can stop by and just grab a pound of their goodies without pre-ordering. The chances of them having in stock is slim to none. That's how popular their jerky are! read more

My family has been coming here for 30+ years and can remember when the current owner was just a boy. Although the name has changed, the family running it and the recipe is still the same. Their jerky is some of the best you can get in China town. Don't be afraid of the low lighting and hidden location as the people are great, and the jerky is too. Done in a uniquely Chinese/Cantonese style, expect to taste nice meaty flavors with both pork and beef options done fresh daily. While not the typical American jerky taste, I enjoy their special style of jerky and hope to continue to come back for the next 30 years. If you're a fan of jerky, I highly suggest giving their juicy, fresh, and flavorful jerky a try. The only problem is availability. This stuff sells out fast so make sure you get there early! read more

If you are in the area and are a fan of beef jerky, this is a must! Don't be sketched out by the absence of English on the building or in the store. Literally the best beef jerky I have ever taste!d (I got the sweet moo). One thing I would recommend they stop doing though, is handing you your beef jerky in a bag with dog prints on it. A little misleading and scary lol. read more

Jung's Dried Beef - Moist deliciousness (sweet moo) - Specialty Food Near Me - New York, New York

Delicious! I got only the sweet ones but I love them. Call ahead and place an order in advance to make sure that he has them when you're there. He sells out quickly. Very friendly! read more

Dried Meats-- Jerky. Jung's is perhaps one of the last holdovers of the old NYC Chinatown. You need to get here early, and everything is fresh unlike the more touristy jerky places in Chinatown. You can almost hear Telly Savalas coming by--Jung's: Who Loves Ya Baby! read more

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Reminds me of the beef jerky I used to eat in Hong Kong as a little kid. The sweet beef is my favorite. I have to ration myself so I don't eat the whole bag. Call ahead to reserve your. If no one picks up keep trying. Someone will eventually pick up. The guy who works there is very nice. Don't let the messy establishment deter you. read more

I've been buying Chinese beef jerky from here since 1986 when I graduated from college. I've tried every other place in NY's Chinatown and Ping's / Jung's is by far the best. Although I'm no longer living in NY, I make a pit stop here every time I'm in town. I'm coming between Christmas and New Years and just placed an order for 10 pounds (5 pounds spicy beef and 5 pounds regular beef). I wish they have an online store. read more

Went several times yesterday...it was CLOSED all day Sunday even thought the sign on the door said they'd be back at 1:30 pm. This has been my third attempt my last 2 visits since I've moved out of New York, and I'm feeling frustrated that he's closed during regular business hours, or simply out out of the jerky. Its really good, but definitely not the only game in town...I went elsewhere. read more

Really tender beef jerky, but they run out of supply frequently. Tip: call ahead for an order or get there early!

Hole in the wall in Chinatown. Been coming here for years before Anthony Bourdain shouted out this place. You might walk by it because it's so unassuming. Small storefront with no frills. All they do it's a beef and pork jerky. It's the best thing since sliced bread. I always try and stop here when Im in Chinatown. I love this hidden gem read more

I used to not like beef jerky. It's usually dry and not very tasty. But these guys have the best beef jerky I've ever had. It's a little sweet, tender and spicy (optional). SO GOOD. A Chinatown staple and a must try. read more

My favorite since I was a little girl. Now my daughters must have beef jerky from this fine establishment. Please never close.

Me and my sister have been coming here since we were little kids, over 30 years ago and we are pleasantly surprised that they are still open. We passed by and went in to order the sweet pork. It tasted exactly as we remembered, the recipe has not changed at all. I can tell you that this family own business keeps it authentic and consistent. When we went to Hong Kong and Singapore, there are lot of beef jerky stalls too and this is as authentic as it gets. This is not your typical American style beef jerky that is chewy and tough. This is deliciously tender, easily bites apart, sweetly glazed and savory. This is high quality stuff and the price does replace that. Don't be intimidated by this hole in the wall place, it's been in business for decades and they do speak English. If you are a tourist, this would make a great gift to anyone for some authentic Asian snack that anyone and any age would enjoy. read more

My parents love this place. I use to love this place too till I had the beef jerky at Malaysian Beef Jerky. This place runs out of their jerky really fast, so if you have a specific kind you want, place an order ahead of time or go in as soon as they open. read more