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Marathon Hong Kong Diner

4.6 (69 reviews)
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Golden Chicken Cutlet Rice
Caitlyn F.

It's conveniently located right at the front when you enter the LIC food hall and with plenty of seating overall. Service was pretty quick, you just order at the kiosk. I got the chicken cutlet rice with japanese curry and cheese, and the curry was SO salty. Combined with the chicken which was already on the salty side. Wouldn't get this again, but the hong kong milk tea (less sweet) was 10/10. I'd def come back just for that.

Hong Kong Style Milk Tea (Hot), Red Bean Ice
Ruby C.

My HK friends have been raving about their food, so I finally made the trip to check it out. You'll spot their booth immediately when you walk into LIC Food Hall I met the owner, David, who's born and raised in HK and very passionate about bringing true HK comfort flavors to NYC. A lot of their dishes remind me of Cafe de Coral (大家樂) or Fairwood (大快活), just even better. They exceeded even my high bar for HK food. To be honest, the prices are higher than the HK cafes in Chinatown, Brooklyn, or Flushing, but you can really taste the difference in the quality of the meat. Since there aren't any HK cafes in this area, this is a solid, legit option. Please support them! I'll definitely come back with my HK friends. *Signature Pork Cutlet Over Rice 招牌吉列豬扒飯$18 The black pepper sauce was delicious, and the fried pork cutlet was tender. The portion was so huge that it was easily enough for two meals. *Black Pepper Beef Spaghetti 黑椒牛肉意粉 $18 The pasta was super saucy with a peppery kick, while the sliced beef was tender and well-seasoned. *Macaroni in Tomato Soup with Beef and Onsen Egg 番茄牛肉通粉配溫泉蛋 $16.5 An elevated take on the classic HK style macaroni breakfast, topped with a perfectly cooked onsen egg. So comforting on a cold day. * HK Style French Toast 香港西多士 $11 * Bolo Bun with Butter 菠蘿油 $6 The 西多士 blew my mind. Crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, and packed with peanut butter. Add butter and condensed milk and it becomes peak comfort food. The pineapple bun with butter was quite pricey for what it was. *HK Style Milk Tea 港式絲襪奶茶 $6 *Red Bean Ice 紅豆冰 $8 Their 紅豆冰 truly reminded me of the afternoon tea sets at Cafe de Coral. Both the milk tea and red bean ice tasted authentic and not too sweet (I did request for less sugar).

Stephanie L.

Got the pork cutlet with black pepper sauce and the French toast. The portions are huge! My first bite of the pork cutlet was juicy, but I found that the pork dries out quickly. I wish they didn't cut the cutlet so thin so that each piece would be softer and juicier. I enjoyed the black pepper sauce, though the whole black peppercorns can be a bit overpowering when you bite into them. I really liked the French toast. The maple syrup with condensed milk was a bit sweet, but luckily the sauce was on the side. I love peanut butter so the nuttiness with the sweetness of the French toast was delicious. The toast also had a nice crisp on the outside, but soft and warm on the inside. I would definitely come back here to try their other dishes!

Eunice C.

First time at LIC Food Hall - browsed around but then went straight to Marathon, which is right by the entrance. I mainly wanted HK style milk tea and condensed milk toast so I ordered it to go. It's packaged in an insulating bag, kinda neat though I hope the ppl receiving them are actually reusing them. I would have ordered more food to stay but the food hall itself had limited seats upstairs. There is additional seating downstairs but it's not accessible for those in wheelchairs, strollers, or walking devices. No elevator in sight - Not the fault of this food stall, but something to consider when eating here. Service was probably quick but I had stepped out and got distracted. My order was all ready when I came back! The iced HK milk tea was delicious, sweet and strong. My toast was crispy, warm, peanutty, and delicious with the condensed milk brown sugar sauce. A tasty shareable snack, or you can eat it all to yourself.

Susan L.

Grand opening day on 8/16. They have spin the wheel with any vendor purchase. Just show your digital receipt at the spin wheel desk where 2 nice young ladies are sitting. They have magnets too. The Marathon HK diner stall is one of the first you'll see as you walk into the LIC dining hall. There is a kiosk to order from or the cashier. There is a grand opening promo, but it is at the cashier only, not on the kiosk. I tried the HK macaroni in thick tomato soup base with beef and onsen (runny) egg. It was okay. Not what I'm used to with classic soup base. It tasted pretty good, especially the egg, but I prefer the usual regular soup base better. The HK tea was just okay also. Not strong enough. Taste more like regular black tea. The food hall has seatings and a bathroom downstairs. It's nice and clean. The seatings fill up fast, especially during prime eating time. Once you get your food, it is quick to eat, but might have to wait for a seat or share tables.

Fried chicken wing
Christine C.

Food is five stars! Food hall space is brand new so better than most but it can get tight hence why one star off. Service is oddly fast so definitely on par with the Hong Kong vibes. Now on to the food: it's rare to find staff and owners speaking Hong Kong Cantonese in NYC. Their passion for bringing their favorite HK items to LIC is much appreciated. All fried items were amazing. Wings, fish fillet, pork katsu were all tender, marinated, juicy, and delicious. You won't be getting dried pork chops here! Their macaroni is not elbow macaroni which I appreciate since it's not as overtly soft and holds onto more sauce/broth. The sauce and broth is a lot like HK borscht and mixed with the good beef and soft boiled egg, it's a new way of enjoying those HK flavors in a new form. Milk tea was good and wasn't too bitter even though we asked for less sugar. Cannot wait to try it hot to see if it stands the test. The pineapple bread sandwich was good and it was huge! I had a hard time taking a first bite since it was so high. But as a traditionalist I really wanted my pineapple bread with just some butter without the frills. But def worth the try if you never had it! Can't wait to come back to try the HK toast and hot milk tea!

Golden Chicken Cutlet Rice with Tomato Sauce
Rainey C.

Followed this place for so long on socials and so happy they finally opened! I tried their Golden Chicken Cutlet Rice in both the tomato sauce and black pepper sauce, and I personally am a fan of the black pepper more. The tomato is bit more sour than I'd like. The portions are so generous and the flavors are so so good! Very nostalgic having HK food, and def will come back to try more soon.

spaghetti bolognese (a little bit oily, but tastes nice)
Hazel Y.

If you want unpretentious, no-frills, simple, comfort food, this is your spot. This spot is a legit cha chaan teng place, like I am dining in Hong Kong. You absolutely have to try their HK style milk tea, it'll really wake you up. Creamy chicken rice, black pepper beef spaghetti and spaghetti bolognese are always my go-to order. My mom also like their spaghetti, as Jollibee spaghetti tends to be salty at times. Please add yuen yang drink (coffee milk tea) in the future!

Winnie L.

Loved the HK French toast here, it was perfection. The pineapple bun with butter seemed to be slightly stale or not soft enough. They have a ginger honey lemon tea as a winter special that is great for the cold weather. Will be back to try their cutlet and spaghetti!

Red bean ice cream
Sunny W.

Absolutely love the red bean ice!!!!! The texture is so refreshing, and I really appreciate how they use authentic shaved ice, it brings back such nostalgic vibes and makes it taste extra special.

Milk tea
Benson J.

Came and visited for the first time Amazing food I love it! Delicious milk tea and toast! Noodles was really good!

Black pepper beef spaghetti
Jorden P.

Tasted great and the taste reminded me from food from Hong Kong! Love the logo and the style I had the black pepper beef spaghetti, fish bolo bun w/ fries and lemon tea

Candice G.

Marathon HK Diner has become one of my favorite spots in the neighborhood. 我是真的爱了! Their food ALWAYS hits -- from the Pork Chop Rice to the HK-style French Toast. I've also been craving for their Bolo Bun Burger and Black Pepper Beef Spaghetti on a regular basis. The staff are always kind, and I've met the owners a few times -- they remind me of family! I am so glad that they are in LIC now.

Absolutely love their French toasts with peanut butter. Amazing flavor

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A taste of Hong Kong without visiting Chinatown is a keepsake for lic. My milk tea drink was not too sweet

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Awesome new hong kong diner in the court sq food hall! Love the HK style french toast & def will come back to try more.

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Great place to grab a fast and awesome food!!! Great location and awesome customer service!

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