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A Promising Spot, But the Flavor Fell Short. I was really hoping Ming Kee would be a great new discovery for a traditional Chinese breakfast. The place itself is very promising--it's impeccably clean and organized inside, and the staff had my takeout order ready to go right when I arrived. They definitely know how to make a great Stewed Beef Tendon Rice Roll; the flavors were rich, and the tendon was perfectly tender, which shows they have potential in the kitchen. Unfortunately, that was the only dish that really stood out. The congee we ordered was quite bland, and the texture of the plain rice rolls became hard and stale just minutes after leaving the restaurant. The turnip cake was a bit flavorless. It's a shame because the service and cleanliness are top-notch, but based on this visit, the overall flavor just wasn't there to justify a higher rating.
Mingkee Deli is a pretty good traditional Chinese breakfast restaurant. Service is okay, I noticed that most don't speak English but we are still able to get by to communicate our needs. The restaurant is pretty small but they are usually quick to get out your food. I usually get the brisket rice noodle roll, either the BBQ pork or shrimp and beef rice noodle roll, preserved egg and pork porridge with fried donut, and the turnip cake with XO sauce. The rice noodle rolls are very soft and thin, which I don't mind. The turnip cake with XO sauce I'd probably prefer without the XO sauce in my own preference, but I like how they always come out piping hot and crispy. The brisket rice noodle roll is my favorite kind to get out of the rice noodle rolls, but the second time I got it, it did taste a bit different where it seemed to lack some flavor compared to the first time, but was fixable with some added soy sauce and chili oil. Here, you do have to ask for those condiments, as they do not have it on the table. Overall, I'd keep coming back and with the added soy sauce and chili oil, they make it a whole lot better.
Comfort food when you are not feeling eating or sick. Very affordable in the area, and yummy. Highly recommend.
This Restaurant has good comfort cantonese food. There are QR codes on the table for ordering. They do have a menu if needed. The service was quick and friendly. Food was good for a quick lunch and arrived timely. The small restaurant is located in a outdoor mall with plenty of parking shared by all the businesses. Will be back to try more dishes.
The best rolls here! The texture is on point!! Friendly staff Cozy place for some warm herbal body healing soup and delicious hot food!! Highly recommend :)
Came here with family so we were able to try a spread of menu items. Most foods were standard, nothing wowed me. But if you're looking to try something a little different, try the milk pudding! Here's what we ordered: Pork/thousand year egg jook: they are generous on the egg, but the over flavor was a bit bland Sampan jook: a good variety of goodies in here. Somehow though, the flavors didn't blend too well. Bbq pork rice noodle: good amount of bbq pork and noodle. I wished the noodle was a little thicker, but I guess that's just the style of this restaurant. Yao tiao: crispy outside, soft and fluffy inside. Braise beef: beef was tender, flavor was good. There were veggies in it too. XO turnip cake: looked better online. The XO flavor was a little lacking. Not a fav. Milk pudding: served cold, silky and smooth. Not too sweet. Would order this again. Overall, meal was ok. You order through the QR code. So service was minimal standard.
This review is for delivery order of rice roll. Got the beef & pork chang fen & were very good: silky & thin wrap, beef & pork were both tender & silky, the meat were thinly sliced chunks instead of ground meat. IMO The rice rolls are comparable to Yinji chang feng, Joe's rice roll in flushing, Hei Hei rice roll in Vancouver Richmond, and def better than any dimsum restaurants.
I had a craving for jook. I was the only one there at 9:00 am. Had the pork and thousand year egg. And chicken feet. Service was quick. The bowls they use are metal and get really hot. I didn't realize and dropped it cuz it was sooo hot and dumped half of the bowl on me and the table. After cleaning up. They never helped. I ate most of the jook which had no flavor. It had an egg cut up and some pork. I had to ask for soy sauce to add to the porridge. The feet were just okay. I don't think whoever is cooking tastes the food. So disappointing. Not sure how they stay in business.
Came here for a quick lunch. Tried their shrimp and youtiao. The chang fen here is cooked all in one sheet and covers the whole dish. As a result, the actual portion of rice pancake is quite generous and it is more solid with more of a bite than other places (where it is more gooey). Their sauce is lighter and less sweet than usual. They don't serve it on the side or with any additional on the table. Super yummy and wish we had more sauce!
Glad to have another great spot for rice noodle rolls in the area! FOOD // Mingkee Deli's rice noodle rolls are thin and silky. Every bite was a delight. Variations we tried: + Shrimp & beef rice noodle roll + Beef brisket rice noodle roll + Chinese donut rice noodle roll + BBQ pork rice noodle roll with egg add on The two porridge that we tried were decent. The Sampan porridge (which we got with preserved egg added in) needed more salt/flavor. The preserved egg & pork porridge had enough saltiness from the pork. We also got the Spareribs Rice Clay Pot, which was decent but not particularly amazing. I did like how much green veggies they included though. Also, we really enjoyed their hot tea, which was richly flavored. SERVICE & AMBIANCE // Casual dining. The inside looked clean and well-maintained. The tables are sufficiently spaced out that it doesn't feel crowded. Service was efficient and helpful. We ordered via the QR code at our table. Overall - the rice noodles are a stand-out here, and I'd definitely come back for those.
Today I originally planned to try the two most famous Malaysian dishes at Mingala Restaurant -- prawn noodles and char kway teow. Who would have thought they're closed every Monday! Feeling disappointed (and a little hungry), I ended up looking for a quick lunch inside the same Chinese shopping plaza, Lion Market Shopping Center. In the end, I chose a place called Mingkee Newark.At first, I just wanted something simple -- a plate of steamed rice rolls and a bowl of congee -- and then head home.But wow... once you start eating, you'll know the difference between ordinary and outstanding.I first ordered a lotus-leaf steamed rice with preserved-vegetable pork patty and a cup of iced stone-ground soy milk.I've never been a fan of preserved vegetables, and I usually never choose dishes made with them. But after trying this lotus-leaf preserved-vegetable pork patty rice, it completely changed my relationship with preserved vegetables.The moment I opened the lotus leaf, the fragrance of the leaf filled the air. The very first bite -- with the subtle lotus-leaf aroma and the freshly hand-chopped pork patty mixed with preserved vegetables -- was simply beyond words.Then I took a sip of the iced stone-ground soy milk and immediately knew it was totally different from the kind you buy at a supermarket. The rich soybean aroma reminded me of the fresh soy milk sold by street vendors when I was a child. After finishing that dish, I was already about 70% full.But then the server recommended one of their signature items -- chive and pork pan-fried dumplings. She told me they only make the dumplings after customers place an order, and then pan-fry them fresh, so they're especially good. Since there were only four dumplings per order, I decided to try them.When the dumplings arrived, I could already smell the aroma. With the very first bite, I knew right away -- the bottom was nicely pan-fried and slightly crispy, the wrapper was thin but not broken, and the filling was well-balanced and full of chive fragrance. They were truly delicious. At that point, I was almost 90% full.Then the server mentioned that they also have a very famous dessert called Shunde double-skin milk pudding. So... of course, I ordered one bowl. The Shunde double-skim milk pudding was not overly sweet, but very milky, smooth, and incredibly soft.After finishing the dessert, I practically had to hold my stomach on the way home.In the end, I even bought three bowls of cold Shunde double-skim milk pudding to go, to share with my daughter and Maria as tonight's after-dinner dessert.I highly recommend this place -- Mingkee Newark.
The first time we came to this Mingkee location, they were just about to close up shop in preparation for dinner service later in the evening. Having missed out opportunity to try this place out then, we made it a point this time while we were in Newark to stop by. Not a big fan of their ordering system, as you need to order at the counter first, pay, and then your order arrives at your table after you're seated. This creates a bit of a bottleneck as you're forced to quickly decide what you want to eat, while holding up the queue behind you. Additionally, credit card is only accepted for orders of $25 or over. So for smaller parties, be sure to bring cash. It was just me and my wife this time, and we weren't particularly hungry. So we wound up just sharing a Shrimp Rice Noodle Roll, Preserved Egg & Pork Porridge, and a side of Chinese Donuts. The food was pretty good, and the portion sizes are on the larger end. Aside from the ordering process, my only other complaint is the service. They definitely prioritize large parties coming in over individuals. Despite being the first (and only) person at the counter waiting to be helped so I could add a few more items to our order, the lady manning the front completely ignored me and attempted to help a group who had just walked in. I had to interject to let her know I needed to order too, and she begrudgingly took my order first, despite the party behind me not being ready yet to order.
I love sampan porridge and turnip cake with XO sauce here. 5/5 and will come here when I'm craving them. Sampan porridge ($13) is so creamy with a lot of ingredients, definitely add the green onions and crushed peanuts as well as white pepper and salt for more flavor. Turnip cake with XO sauce ($8) is also delicious here, it's so crunchy on the outside and tender in the inside. Love it!! Those two are must haves. We also tried chicken feet and special spare rib rice which were just ok, wouldn't order those again. Chicken feet were a bit lean and spare rib rice unfortunately didn't taste 'special' to me, even if it took 30 mins to make haha. Wasn't bad though and it's very affordable here. No frills restaurant. Good service. Good prices. read more
Mingkee Deli is such a gem in Union City! I ordered the rice roll, a clay pot, and a Hong Kong milk tea, and everything was spot on. The rice roll was silky smooth with just the right amount of savory soy sauce, the clay pot came out bubbling hot with rich flavor and perfectly cooked ingredients, and the Hong Kong milk tea was bold, creamy, and not overly sweet--the way it should be. The portions were generous, the prices very reasonable, the service was to the point, and the food had that comforting, home-style taste you can't find everywhere. The shop itself has that cozy, casual vibe where you know the focus is all about the food. If you're craving authentic Hong Kong-style eats in the East Bay, Mingkee Deli is definitely worth the stop. I'll be back to try more from their menu for sure! read more
1 month ago
A Promising Spot, But the Flavor Fell Short. I was really hoping Ming Kee would be a great new discovery for a traditional Chinese breakfast. The place itself is very promising--it's impeccably clean and organized inside, and the staff had my takeout order ready to go right when I arrived. They definitely know how to make a great Stewed Beef Tendon Rice Roll; the flavors were rich, and the tendon was perfectly tender, which shows they have potential in the kitchen. Unfortunately, that was the only dish that really stood out. The congee we ordered was quite bland, and the texture of the plain rice rolls became hard and stale just minutes after leaving the restaurant. The turnip cake was a bit flavorless. It's a shame because the service and cleanliness are top-notch, but based on this visit, the overall flavor just wasn't there to justify a higher rating. read more
Mingkee Deli is a pretty good traditional Chinese breakfast restaurant. Service is okay, I noticed that most don't speak English but we are still able to get by to communicate our needs. The restaurant is pretty small but they are usually quick to get out your food. I usually get the brisket rice noodle roll, either the BBQ pork or shrimp and beef rice noodle roll, preserved egg and pork porridge with fried donut, and the turnip cake with XO sauce. The rice noodle rolls are very soft and thin, which I don't mind. The turnip cake with XO sauce I'd probably prefer without the XO sauce in my own preference, but I like how they always come out piping hot and crispy. The brisket rice noodle roll is my favorite kind to get out of the rice noodle rolls, but the second time I got it, it did taste a bit different where it seemed to lack some flavor compared to the first time, but was fixable with some added soy sauce and chili oil. Here, you do have to ask for those condiments, as they do not have it on the table. Overall, I'd keep coming back and with the added soy sauce and chili oil, they make it a whole lot better. read more
This Restaurant has good comfort cantonese food. There are QR codes on the table for ordering. They do have a menu if needed. The service was quick and friendly. Food was good for a quick lunch and arrived timely. The small restaurant is located in a outdoor mall with plenty of parking shared by all the businesses. Will be back to try more dishes. read more
3 months ago
Came here with family so we were able to try a spread of menu items. Most foods were standard, nothing wowed me. But if you're looking to try something a little different, try the milk pudding! Here's what we ordered: Pork/thousand year egg jook: they are generous on the egg, but the over flavor was a bit bland Sampan jook: a good variety of goodies in here. Somehow though, the flavors didn't blend too well. Bbq pork rice noodle: good amount of bbq pork and noodle. I wished the noodle was a little thicker, but I guess that's just the style of this restaurant. Yao tiao: crispy outside, soft and fluffy inside. Braise beef: beef was tender, flavor was good. There were veggies in it too. XO turnip cake: looked better online. The XO flavor was a little lacking. Not a fav. Milk pudding: served cold, silky and smooth. Not too sweet. Would order this again. Overall, meal was ok. You order through the QR code. So service was minimal standard. read more
1 year ago
Very homey place with delicious food. The food is definitely authentic from Guangdong China. read more
This review is for delivery order of rice roll. Got the beef & pork chang fen & were very good: silky & thin wrap, beef & pork were both tender & silky, the meat were thinly sliced chunks instead of ground meat. IMO The rice rolls are comparable to Yinji chang feng, Joe's rice roll in flushing, Hei Hei rice roll in Vancouver Richmond, and def better than any dimsum restaurants. read more
I had a craving for jook. I was the only one there at 9:00 am. Had the pork and thousand year egg. And chicken feet. Service was quick. The bowls they use are metal and get really hot. I didn't realize and dropped it cuz it was sooo hot and dumped half of the bowl on me and the table. After cleaning up. They never helped. I ate most of the jook which had no flavor. It had an egg cut up and some pork. I had to ask for soy sauce to add to the porridge. The feet were just okay. I don't think whoever is cooking tastes the food. So disappointing. Not sure how they stay in business. read more
1 year ago
Came here for a quick lunch. Tried their shrimp and youtiao. The chang fen here is cooked all in one sheet and covers the whole dish. As a result, the actual portion of rice pancake is quite generous and it is more solid with more of a bite than other places (where it is more gooey). Their sauce is lighter and less sweet than usual. They don't serve it on the side or with any additional on the table. Super yummy and wish we had more sauce! read more
3 years ago
Glad to have another great spot for rice noodle rolls in the area! FOOD // Mingkee Deli's rice noodle rolls are thin and silky. Every bite was a delight. Variations we tried: + Shrimp & beef rice noodle roll + Beef brisket rice noodle roll + Chinese donut rice noodle roll + BBQ pork rice noodle roll with egg add on The two porridge that we tried were decent. The Sampan porridge (which we got with preserved egg added in) needed more salt/flavor. The preserved egg & pork porridge had enough saltiness from the pork. We also got the Spareribs Rice Clay Pot, which was decent but not particularly amazing. I did like how much green veggies they included though. Also, we really enjoyed their hot tea, which was richly flavored. SERVICE & AMBIANCE // Casual dining. The inside looked clean and well-maintained. The tables are sufficiently spaced out that it doesn't feel crowded. Service was efficient and helpful. We ordered via the QR code at our table. Overall - the rice noodles are a stand-out here, and I'd definitely come back for those. read more
8 months ago
Today I originally planned to try the two most famous Malaysian dishes at Mingala Restaurant -- prawn noodles and char kway teow. Who would have thought they're closed every Monday! Feeling disappointed (and a little hungry), I ended up looking for a quick lunch inside the same Chinese shopping plaza, Lion Market Shopping Center. In the end, I chose a place called Mingkee Newark.At first, I just wanted something simple -- a plate of steamed rice rolls and a bowl of congee -- and then head home.But wow... once you start eating, you'll know the difference between ordinary and outstanding.I first ordered a lotus-leaf steamed rice with preserved-vegetable pork patty and a cup of iced stone-ground soy milk.I've never been a fan of preserved vegetables, and I usually never choose dishes made with them. But after trying this lotus-leaf preserved-vegetable pork patty rice, it completely changed my relationship with preserved vegetables.The moment I opened the lotus leaf, the fragrance of the leaf filled the air. The very first bite -- with the subtle lotus-leaf aroma and the freshly hand-chopped pork patty mixed with preserved vegetables -- was simply beyond words.Then I took a sip of the iced stone-ground soy milk and immediately knew it was totally different from the kind you buy at a supermarket. The rich soybean aroma reminded me of the fresh soy milk sold by street vendors when I was a child. After finishing that dish, I was already about 70% full.But then the server recommended one of their signature items -- chive and pork pan-fried dumplings. She told me they only make the dumplings after customers place an order, and then pan-fry them fresh, so they're especially good. Since there were only four dumplings per order, I decided to try them.When the dumplings arrived, I could already smell the aroma. With the very first bite, I knew right away -- the bottom was nicely pan-fried and slightly crispy, the wrapper was thin but not broken, and the filling was well-balanced and full of chive fragrance. They were truly delicious. At that point, I was almost 90% full.Then the server mentioned that they also have a very famous dessert called Shunde double-skin milk pudding. So... of course, I ordered one bowl. The Shunde double-skim milk pudding was not overly sweet, but very milky, smooth, and incredibly soft.After finishing the dessert, I practically had to hold my stomach on the way home.In the end, I even bought three bowls of cold Shunde double-skim milk pudding to go, to share with my daughter and Maria as tonight's after-dinner dessert.I highly recommend this place -- Mingkee Newark. read more
8 months ago
The first time we came to this Mingkee location, they were just about to close up shop in preparation for dinner service later in the evening. Having missed out opportunity to try this place out then, we made it a point this time while we were in Newark to stop by. Not a big fan of their ordering system, as you need to order at the counter first, pay, and then your order arrives at your table after you're seated. This creates a bit of a bottleneck as you're forced to quickly decide what you want to eat, while holding up the queue behind you. Additionally, credit card is only accepted for orders of $25 or over. So for smaller parties, be sure to bring cash. It was just me and my wife this time, and we weren't particularly hungry. So we wound up just sharing a Shrimp Rice Noodle Roll, Preserved Egg & Pork Porridge, and a side of Chinese Donuts. The food was pretty good, and the portion sizes are on the larger end. Aside from the ordering process, my only other complaint is the service. They definitely prioritize large parties coming in over individuals. Despite being the first (and only) person at the counter waiting to be helped so I could add a few more items to our order, the lady manning the front completely ignored me and attempted to help a group who had just walked in. I had to interject to let her know I needed to order too, and she begrudgingly took my order first, despite the party behind me not being ready yet to order. read more
Came here awhile back; not sure the specific names of what was ordered but I remember everything tasting just okay. The rice rolls were lacking flavor and extremely soggy. They fell apart easily and didn't seem like they fully wrapped around the filling. Also tried some medicinal black chicken soup. It was really light and filled with nutritious chinese herbs. Lastly, I ordered a clay pot rice (not pictured). The rice was pretty clumpy and the cured meat in it was extremely hard to chew. Overall, I was not super impressed with the food. The service was pretty good though! The lady that worked the front was very welcoming and explained to us that she wants this restaurant to give the vibe of how it would be like in China. Definitely do appreciate the effort and I think they do a good job of that. The inside does remind me a nice restaurant in China and the overall ambience is great. IG: chelchomps read more
I had high hopes for Mingkee Deli after hearing so many good things, but unfortunately, the food was a bit underwhelming. While the menu offers a variety of interesting options, the flavors didn't quite hit the mark for me. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The ambiance is good, carrying a sense of street food from Southern China. The waiters are fast as they use QR codes for digital ordering. The taste of food is average. The rice pot and black sesame are disappointed. read more
3 years ago
Ming Kee takes over the old Little Peach's location in Newark. I hadn't been in the area in a long while when I spotted this new place. I decided to try it out. The interior has been renovated. There are plenty of seats, and the ambiance is casual. You can order at your table via the QR code or at the counter. I chose the latter. The staff were friendly and helpful as I chose my food items. Cantonese, Mandarin, and English were spoken. I was led to a table, and I took a seat. There was a TV alongside screens displaying their menu items above the kitchen area. The menu is simple. My food items soon were brought to my table. The food was tasty and filling -- Cantonese style comfort food. I will be back to try out more of their menu items. read more
Mingkee Deli opened where Little Peach once was. interior has been totally renovated to replicate the ambience of an upscale eatery with pics of the surrounding environment. Service: fast casual, pay, table assigned, food brought to table, 12% tip recommended on app. No check-ins afterwards. offerings: rice noodles, porridge, sides, desserts. menu only seen in back of cashier. none on front window. eats: shrimp rice noodle roll (8.50) -crunchy medium sized (36/40?) shrimp (marinated with baking soda?) was bland, slightly flavorful. definitely farm raised shrimp, not wild natural shrimp. -outer texture looked silky, was tasteless, broke apart when it was lifted. -sweet soy sauce on rice noodle was the only tasteful element. -sampan porridge (12) big bowl of bland ricey broth with bland tasteless ingredients of pork, shrimp, fish, squid, tripe?, liver?, chewy Chinese donuts pieces. proteins were thin and small, just 1 or 2 pieces. peanuts and green onions on the side. no msg, sodium, or any flavors tasted. 2.5 stars poor value, minimal tasteless ingredients utilized. poor prep technique for rice noodle. No Unami tastes but for the sweet soy sauce on noodles. Maybe the side entrees are better. take outs: -address is 39119 cedar, not the 39115 listed. -soft music in background. -sides includes veggies and Chinese BBQ items. Listed on the right side of menu posted on wall. read more
2 years ago
Be aware. Take outs are at the more expensive price when I called in without any notice. $12 became 13.2 7 to 7.2 5 to 5.2 This is not the app price. I phoned in. So there's no commission. Better order through app next time. read more
1 year ago
Their set menus are so buget friendly. The rice rolls are okay. I wanted to love it, but I don't. The taste is good but there's sth abt the texture of the rice rolls. The porridges are good. Not many people when we dined. The interior is nice. I'd go again for the set menu now that i know what to get. read more
Finally open at Newark! You order before you get a seat, and since it is new opening, ppl are a bit slow ordering, so the line was a bit long and slow moving. Once you sit down though, the service and kitchen are really fast. The rice noodle wrap is very authentic though is a style that is less common around here. Less oily rice noodle wrap than typical dim sum style. The porridge is very good as well! read more
Really enjoyed this spot with my friend from university. The interior reminded me of the set from the film In the Mood for Love like some sort of green white vintage shop. We were the only ones there until people started coming in around 6pm on. You order and pay first before getting seated. They will bring you water or offer tea which is always so appreciated. 1. Egg pork porridge 2. Braised beef sticky rice noodles 3. Pork sticky rice noodles 4. Veggie (like Chinese broccoli) The food was solid and the price reasonable. Super chill spot to grab porridge and sticky rice noodles. read more
Absolutely in love that they finally open in Newark! Their original in Cupertino location is always too far and too long of a wait! They just opened this past week and I couldn't wait to try, and they didn't disappoint~ The wait time was fair, about 15-20 'minutes wait outside, you pay for your order before sitting down so know what you want and you can save some time. Once ordered, they food came relatively fast, and all of them taste great! The only feedback is the Almond paste dessert came first before anything else, and the donut rice noodle roll portions are too big. Everything else was authentic Cantonese style~ Will come back again during dinner hours next time to try their other menu items! Staffs are nice and thoughtful, greet and check on their service (rare in a fast food style restaurant) when they pass by our table. One shout out is that they separate green onion to the porridge, which is exactly how I wanted it! read more
1 year ago
"I tried their beef rice noodles dumplings, and pork porridge. It's important to note that beef rice noodles dumplings are different from dim sum rice noodles dumplings, as the wraps are much thinner and more filling. I personally prefer dim sum rice dumplings which popular from Hong Kong but this has different ways of making rice dumplings originated from eastern of canton. I love the large portions of pork porridge is exceptionally flavorful and served piping hot in a clay pot." read more
2 years ago
Food was very good and so was the service. Nice people and clean neat place. Favorite items were the sponge cake, shu mai, and the shrimp roll. The shu mai and shrimp roll were some of the best I've had. Really liked the perfectly cooked shrimp and nice texture to the rice roll. The shu mai just was awesome, much lighter and fresher than some places I've had before. This was my first time having preserved egg in congee and I would say in this case it didn't make much of a change for me, the congee itself was very good and I loved the toppings. Though I do wish they included more toppings. Chicken feet had very good flavor, would like if thr texture was more cooked down but that is just a personal preference. The rose soy wings, and the sponge cake were both tasty and just very fun to eat. Did need more napkins due to the wings. Overall would definately go again. read more
10 months ago
3 years ago
The porridge quality is better than last time I was here. The service is more pleasant than last time I was here. Glad I gave this place a second chance. The fish rice roll is good. Just realized they have a combo meal in the QR code menu. Will try next time. read more
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