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New Hwong Kok

2.9 (181 reviews)
ModerateDim Sum, Cantonese
Closed • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Annabelle R.

Came by in the afternoon this past Sunday, and there was a small line at the entrance (inside Lion food center). The wait to order was about 15 minutes with just 4-5 people ahead of me. And I liked observing how they chop up the meats right in front of you. I ordered the roasted duck rice plate for takeout, and it was juicy and delish, a good amount of meat on the bones, and just enough fat to add flavor. But the ratio of rice to meat was way off. They are really generous with the rice, as well as the cabbage. I had a satisfying meal. However, I would never dine in here, even though they have tables and seating inside. The place is just really run down and not very inviting. The cleanliness is questionable. The plastic utensils were cheap and flimsy too. Also, service wasn't the friendliest, though they get the job done to keep the line moving.

Past 9am on a Tuesday.  Perhaps they should update their posted opening hours??,
CM P.

Advertised times for opening says 9am. I was there from 9am to 9:50am. The place was still closed. I'm not sure if they have changed their opening times, but it would be nice to know so people don't waste their time going there. Hours posted on the door say 9am...posted times on Yelp also say 9am. I've had food there before and it was okay...so take it for what it's worth if you plan to go there...

BBQ Pork (Cha Siu)
Jia M.

The cha siu was dry and the pieces were huge! I wish they would cut them into smaller pieces. The pork belly wasn't crispy anymore by the time I ate them for dinner, but I think it's still better than the cha siu. There was also a long line at around 1PM on a Saturday. It took us around 20 minutes to order. Keep in mind that they will charge you a service fee if you use credit card to pay.

Wow I bit into their show my is so delicious you got to try it
Elma L.

I highly recommend this establishment you could eat there or you could have it to go just like me I had it to go my gosh they're barbecue gross pork was so delicious I can't stop eating it and their pork buns the sesame seed roll and their show my I highly recommend it to everybody to order their food cuz there's is so delicious yes it's a small establishment but it's worth going into their establishment because their food is so delicious I want I've been wanting to taste the dim sum and I finally did this morning and it's absolutely rated 10 not 5 but 10 because of the way they put their tender loving care into their food the way they make it I highly recommend everybody to go and have their dim sum and their food whether it's to go or you could eat there go and try it cuz I I still have some more that I'm going to keep on and on and on eating and not only that I'm coming back for more

Pork bun
Hope L.

Came here and was really craving Chinese food. I got the char siu and the roast chicken plate over rice with two pork buns. The food was ready immediately and it was about $20 for all three items. The food was tasty but the portions were a bit small as we got a lot of rice but not that much meat. The roast chicken had a couple of bones in it and had a bit of a rubbery texture but the char siu tasted pretty flavorful. The pork buns were good and curbed my cravings but didn't have enough char siu filling in it. The seating area here wasn't very clean and the tables looked like they weren't cleaned in a while. I think most people take the food to go though so that would make sense. Overall, the food was about a 3.5/5 and the atmosphere of the restaurant was about 2/5.

Roasted Duck Rice Plate
Ivan B.

This is one of those places to get your lunch. However, you're better off doing a take out rather than dining in because of how bland the atmosphere is. Still boxes at the front. I remember dining here when I was a lot younger. Wasn't really looking bad there at that time. The food was slimy and oily. I consider it below average tbh. It's cheap at the bright side. I highly recommend going to other restaurants if you want to get better quality of duck and chicken.

Hopefully they will return soon
Kai D.

Love this place, hopefully they will return soon. Love their BBQ ribs, only place sell it.

Roast duck

Located inside Lion Supermarket in Newark. Came on a Sunday around 1pm and there was a long line. It took me 15 minutes to order and I ordered the roast duck and the bbq pork steamed buns (siopao). The roast duck smelled so good , I bought the roast duck for my family and they said it was very delicious. The pork bun was big and tasty. The pork bun is actually cheaper than when I buy from Filipino bakeries and the bread bun is softer. Paid around $34 for the whole roast duck and 3 pork buns and I paid with a credit card. It is a hole in the wall so don't expect fancy tables. Also, it is better to pay cash because they charge 3% processing fee for credit cards.

蘿蔔糕、魚翅餃和燒賣
Bryan L.

Shui mai was hard and the meat was not fresh. No wonder they had buy 3 get 1 free. Credit card add 3% fee.

#6: BBQ pork + Soy sauce chicken
Krystal G.

I agree with a review before me that said "haters gonna hate," but this spot is undefeatable. You think the aunties yelling "next" and the uncle chopping the duck care about what we say on Yelp? Lol. With that said, this spot is a no frills Chinese bbq and dim sum spot. You go in, get what you want, and leave. They've been in this plaza for as long as I can remember. They take card payments but charge extra 3%.

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Best Cantonese roast pork in the area by far, super friendly staff. My go to spot. Hole in the wall gem.

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Love their roasted duck!, one of those awesome hole in the wall type place, really good crunchy pork and pork buns,

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3.5(89 reviews)
0.1 mi
•$$

No, just no. I was so hyped to come here, but it's not my type of Hong Kong food, not my type of…read moreCantonese food. First red flag. They don't spoke Cantonese, just Mandarin. Ok, not a big deal but... Sampan congee. Very bland, no flavor, super watery, just wasn't tasty. Beef stew. Super salty, weird herbal flavor, not my taste. Curry fish balls with pig skin. My favorite of the night. Good flavor, although the pig skin wasn't the right size, it was strands which leads my to figure that it was the same skin from the congee mix. Gyoza: tasty, no complaints Gailan. Very undercooked. Who messes up Chinese broccoli? Rice roll in You tiao 炸两. This was the main reason I came tonight. I mean it tasted ok, but wasn't the dish I was expecting. Not HK style anyway. So sad. This is the type of food I typically love. I wanted to like it like my old neighbor joint in Kowloon City. Or Like my dad's jook place in LA. But so sad. This ain't it.

I love sampan porridge and turnip cake with XO sauce here. 5/5 and will come here when I'm craving…read morethem. 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.

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Simple interior

Mingkee Deli - Turnip Cake with XO sauce, deep fried chicken wings, curry fish ball, sweet Chinese donut @lesminaddio

Turnip Cake with XO sauce, deep fried chicken wings, curry fish ball, sweet Chinese donut @lesminaddio

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New Venus Hongkong Cafe

3.3(652 reviews)
3.0 mi
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I haven't had breakfast here for a long time and I was feeling a bit under the weather today and…read morecraving some porridge. I ordered a porridge set with chow mien , satay beef instant noodles with two milk tea for take out. I was surprised how good it was comparing the last time I tried their breakfast. I'm not sure if they changed chefs or ownerships. I would definitely come back more often for authentic HK style breakfast, the milktea reminds me of the ones in HK. I definitely recommend this cafe!

This New Venus Hongkong Cafe is still one of the best in town for morning big breakfasts. I haven't…read morevisited in nearly a decade. They used to accept only cash which made it inconvenient, but nowadays, they do accept credit cards as well. Love it. Excellent customer service too. I like the friendly and welcoming staffs here. Great first impression after so many years. Authentic Hong Kong foods. If you're coming from the South Bay Area, this place doesn't disappoint. We don't have very good Cantonese HK style cafes that serve good A/B/C/D/etc. breakfasts and most places are overpriced. Good value for good foods here. I paid $16 with taxes included for B-breakfast, so I left them $4 tips. $16 for everything was considered cheap! I had french fries/hash brown/two eggs/chicken steak/broccoli/carrot/etc. and comes with hot beverage of choice. Very fulfilling. Delicious foods with authentic drinks. Everything was generous in portions and delicious, so I ate the entire plate of foods along with my hot cup HK milk tea. No leftovers. Yummy! I'm really loving their big breakfasts now. I do miss all the good and affordable Hong Kong cafe foods. Having excellent service is a plus. Television was turned on with HK news. Loved the old interior vibes and beautiful foodie ads on the walls. There's lots of tables and chairs inside too. All positive. I'll be back.

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All new HK theming 06/30/25

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Hong Kong Milk Tea with Baked Chicken with red and white sauce with cheese over rice.

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Cousin Cafe

Cousin Cafe

3.4(546 reviews)
0.1 mi
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Cousin Cafe is an OG Hong Kong cafe in Newark! This review is LONG overdue. I've probably been here…read more20+ times by now, and there's always a reason to come back. Garlic Chicken Wings -- THE BEST. Big pieces, juicy meat, and so much flavor in every bite. A must-order every time! Curry Beef Brisket -- A little spicy with the perfect balance of flavors and comes with rice. Baked Scallop Fried Rice -- Another solid choice that hits the spot when you're craving some classic Hong Kong cafe comfort food. And of course, I always have to get their milk tea! So good. I also love their lunch specials, which make this an easy go-to for a satisfying meal. The workers are quick, friendly, and efficient, the food hits the spot, and you know what you're getting every time. After 20+ visits, I think that says it all. If you're craving some good Hong Kong cafe food in Newark, Cousin Cafe is a solid choice.

Cousin Cafe is located at Cedar Blvd in Newark . It is a popular, down to earth Hong Kong style…read morecafe . The hours are 9 am to 9 pm daily . It close on Thursday. Their popular dishes are : Baked pork chop rice , pork chop are tender and marinated to just right . Garlic chicken wings Hainanese chicken with yellow rice Beef or fish porridge Stewed beef brisket in noodle soup Seafood vegetables over crispy noodle Stir fried beef noodles Singapore fried noodles Hot and cold milk tea and lemon tea Today I ordered the baked cod fish filet in creamy suave over rice . The fish filet is delicious and moist . It tasted great with white creamy sauce and it was a hearty portion . The second dish I ordered was the salty fish and chicken fried rice . Not all the cage has this old fashioned fried rice . The salty fish elevated the aroma to another level . It was absolutely amazing . I highly recommend these two dishes . I sat outside the restaurant and ate in the to go box because I was in a hurry. The portion was so big so we only finished half and took the rest home ( already in a to go box ) . There were lots of parking outside the restaurant. They have 4 outdoor dining tables so that you can bring your dog or a baby stroller . Great customer service .

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Pearl Bay Restaurant

3.7(651 reviews)
2.4 mi
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Made reservations for a Sunday lunch. It was quite bustling inside, so I would definitely make…read morereservations or anticipate a bit of a wait. We shared a bunch of items: steamed spare ribs, beef tripe, veggie & pork wraps in soy bean skin, deep fried tofu skin wraps with shrimp, beef rice noodle roll, cilantro rice noodle roll, marinated tofu, pan fried turnip cake with XO sauce, salted egg yolk pumpkin, pea sprout in supreme broth, preserved egg pork porridge, and beef chow fun. My favorites were the salted egg yolk pumpkin (piping hot with so much flavor), deep fried tofu skin wraps with shrimp (super crispy wrap), and preserved egg pork porridge (always a hearty, warm comfort dish). Food came very quickly and we were all stuffed and satisfied afterwards. Solid dim sum, no complaints, and would come back in the future.

Came here on a Thursday evening with the family to celebrate another family member's upcoming…read morenuptials, and there were ten of us in the party that evening. This was a typical Cantonese style eatery where you would get together for family gatherings and/or to celebrate events. The decor had the usual elements that you would expect from such a place: crystal chandeliers, fish tanks, gold columns, and giant TV screens. We tried their 10-course banquet-style dinner that they were advertising for $488 (before tax) and I believe this special was only available on weekdays. Portion sizes were extremely generous, and they did not skimp on the ingredients either. The banquet courses included delicacies such as suckling pig, geoduck, whole fish, and lobster to name a few. This meal easily fed ten people, and we still had plenty of leftovers to take home. It was such a great value that towards the end of the evening the restaurant sold out of their banquet special. Overall, the food was pretty good...even though they did overcook the lobster. They have their own huge parking area, so it was super convenient. The dining area was very spacious. The service was casual and efficient. I went to dinner with no expectations, so I was pleasantly surprised. This place impressed my family that they even came back the next morning to try their dim sum.

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Walnut shrimp.

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Fairwood Cafe

3.6(316 reviews)
2.7 mi
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We came here for a late night dinner and was happy they were open late. There were a few things…read morethat were different from what we read on other reviews that we didn't expect: - Happy hour is from 2:00-5:30pm only. There is NO happy hour from 9pm-12am. - After 9pm, there is also no complimentary garlic bread & soup. Food: -Pork chop rice: pretty tender meat! They just need to include one more piece of pork chop with the large portion of rice, and it'll be perfect, 4/5. -Calamari app: was curious how this tasted in an HK cafe setting. It was dry, chewy, had some sour/non fresh veggies sauteed in, would not recommend 3/5. -Hong Kong milk tea: creamy, not as sweet as expected, 3.5. Cash/Venmo/Zelle only! Staff are nice, they speak at least Cantonese & English. Interior is clean and comfortable. Overall, glad they are open late, have large portions and decent value, would come back to try other menu items.

Warning: This business is cash only, cash only, cash only!!!!…read more I had a terrible experience here. After I paid, a young female employee took a drink that I had already purchased directly out of my bag without asking for my permission or offering any explanation. Once an item has been paid for, an employee has no right to remove it from a customer's bag. Because this business only accepts cash, I could not dispute the transaction as I could with a credit card. I'm sharing my experience to warn other customers: carefully check your bag and receipt immediately after paying. The name "YUKI" appears on my receipt, although I cannot confirm whether that was the employee involved. I hope management reviews the security footage, investigates what happened, and provides a reasonable explanation. Until this issue is properly addressed, I will not return or recommend this business.

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Fairwood Cafe - Sizzling pepper beef with spaghetti

Sizzling pepper beef with spaghetti

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Fong Kee Clay Pot - Chinese Sausage w. Pork Spareribs Rice Casserole

Fong Kee Clay Pot

4.1(281 reviews)
4.6 mi
•$$
Family-owned & operated
Minority-owned & operated

This is one of my favorite restaurants, so I wanted to write a review to support it. Their clay pot…read morerice is one of the best I've had, and it's obvious that the chef has the experience and takes care to do it properly. I was surprised to read some reviewers saying they could make the same thing at home. I've had clay pot rice at other restaurants, and I've experienced greasy rice, burnt bottoms, undercooked rice, overly salty sauces, and stingy toppings. Fong Kee gets every part right. The rice has excellent texture, the bottom develops a crispy crust without being burnt, and the meat / toppings are well balanced with the rice. Everything comes together as one dish rather than tasting like the rice and toppings were prepared separately. Be sure to ask for the sauce they keep on the table-you can add as much or as little as you like. What impresses me most is the consistency. Every time I've been here, the clay pot rice has been cooked to the same high standard. To me, it reflects experience, skills, and attention to detail. For that, I give it 5 stars!

Fong Lee is a local spot that reminds me of good, old-fashioned Chinese home cooking. The service…read morewas good, and the food was enjoyable. We ordered duck congee, herbal ginseng soup, popcorn chicken, and a clay pot dish. Everything felt comforting and familiar, like a meal you might enjoy at home with family. My family was hoping for more salt-and-pepper-style dishes, so this wasn't quite what we had in mind. I also would have liked the clay pot to be a little crispier, especially the rice at the bottom. Overall, if you're looking for Chinese home cooking rather than a typical Chinese restaurant experience, Fong Lee is worth a visit. Go with the right expectations, and enjoy a comforting meal!

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Fong Kee Clay Pot - Chinese Saudage with Eel

Chinese Saudage with Eel

Fong Kee Clay Pot - Golden crispy rice, so yummy!!

Golden crispy rice, so yummy!!

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Chinese sausage and pork spareribs claypot rice

Yin Ji Chang Fen - Chinese Sausage And Cured Meat Steamed Rice

Yin Ji Chang Fen

4.2(559 reviews)
7.1 mi
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We stopped by on a Sunday around 2 PM and were surprised to see how packed the restaurant was…read more There was a steady line throughout our visit, which is always a good sign and speaks to the restaurant's popularity. The crowd was an interesting mix, with plenty of diners in their late 50s and 60s alongside a younger crowd. What We Ordered: * BBQ Pork Bun: This was probably the one item I'd skip. It was perfectly fine, but nothing particularly memorable and no better than what you'd find at an average dim sum restaurant. * Marinated Beef Rice Noodle: A solid dish. The rice noodles were wonderfully smooth and slippery, with a generous amount of beef. The lettuce was a nice touch, adding a bit of freshness and crunch to balance out the soft textures. * Pork Liver Rice Noodle: My absolute favorite of the meal! Pork liver is notoriously difficult to cook well because it can so easily become tough or overcooked. This was done beautifully -- tender, perfectly cooked, and without that unpleasant rubbery texture. I'd come back just for this dish. *Fried Dough Rice Roll: This was as expected. Dough was crispy and rice roll was smooth. If you are a fan of this dish it won't disappoint. * Iced Soy Milk: Not overly sweet, with a nice, pronounced soy bean flavor. If you enjoy traditional soy milk rather than the overly sweetened versions, this is worth ordering. * Pork and Preserved Egg Congee: Comforting and well executed. The congee was silky smooth, with the consistency you'd expect from something that's been slowly cooked for a long time. The pork pieces were generously sized, and the preserved egg chunks were substantial enough to get a good taste in every few bites. Overall: There are definitely a few dishes worth coming back for, especially the pork liver rice noodles. The crowd and steady line suggest this place has built a loyal following, and after trying the congee and rice noodles, I can understand why. I'd skip the BBQ pork bun and focus on the rice noodle dishes and congee. The chairs were also on the small side so can be uncomfortable if you are taller or on the large side.

Woke up wanting dim sum before my kid's game and picked this spot based on stellar reviews, but the…read morereality didn't match the hype. The food was okay, but the service was basically a DIY project. When the check came and I left a zero on the tip line, the woman handing it to me pointed it out and asked why I hadn't tipped. Luckily, she opened that door, so I had the chance to explain why the complete lack of service earned that zero: * We seated ourselves after someone shouted "your table is ready" from all the way across the dining room. * No one greeted us, checked on us, or ever claimed to be our server. * We placed the entire order ourselves through our phones. * Our water pitcher emptied after our first pour and sat there completely forgotten for the rest of the meal. * Staff repeatedly kicked and bumped the backs of our chairs every time they walked by. * An employee forgot to lock the bathroom door, and when my husband and son walked in, she actually scowled at my kid while washing her hands instead of apologizing for not locking it. If I'm seating my own family, handling our own ordering on a phone, and tracking down my own water, asking for a tip at the end is a pretty bold move. We won't be returning.

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Yin Ji Chang Fen - Inside seating

Inside seating

Yin Ji Chang Fen - Fried dough in rice paper, Shrimp rice roll

Fried dough in rice paper, Shrimp rice roll

Yin Ji Chang Fen - Sparerib with Black Beans over Steamed Rice

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Good Neighbor Seafood Restaurant - Honey Walnut Shrimp

Good Neighbor Seafood Restaurant

3.7(409 reviews)
2.8 mi
•$$

My family and I are loyal customers of Good Neighbor Seafood Restaurant. They serve a wide variety…read moreof southern Chinese fare in an unpretentious and friendly atmosphere. Most people, local and from afar, come here for their 3-dish menu. When we first started eating here more than a decade ago, it was $19.50. But with inflation surging once again, the price has gone up to $38.99, which is still reasonable compared to other Cantonese restaurants in the East Bay. Our most recent visit took place on 11/15/2025. After attending the Bolo Yeung "You Are Next!" Autograph Signing Event at the Great Mall, four of us came here for dinner. It was busy when we walked in at around 6:20pm. The place was 90% full, with many others waiting for their takeout orders. We scored the last round table. The friendly tall waitress came by to say hi and dropped out a couple menus. (For those of you who don't know who Bolo is, he's the original "Beast of the East" and was featured in movies such as "Enter the Dragon", "Bloodsport", and "Double Impact".) We ordered a total of seven dishes. The quality was good as usual. The standouts were the scrambled eggs with shrimp and yellow chives (soft and creamy inside), Peking pork chops (crispy, meaty pork chops perfectly coated in a tangy sauce/best in the East Bay), and the bean curd strips and pork stir-fry. The tall waitress provided excellent service. She talked to us like family and was very efficient. She's been with this restaurant for a long time and if I recall correctly, she is mainly doing this for kicks (and some spending money). If you want some good Chinese food that doesn't break the bank, this is the place to be. Still 4 stars.

Classic, no-frills Chinese restaurant in Newark that delivers exactly what you want--big portions,…read moregreat flavors, and quick service. Their 3-item combo for under $40 is such a solid deal, especially for family-style dining. You can also add an extra dish for $12.99, which we did (and it was worth it). We ordered the Hong Kong-style combo chow mein, combo fried rice, beef with bean curd, and salt and pepper cod--every single dish was on point. The chow mein had that perfect wok flavor, the fried rice was packed with ingredients, the beef and tofu were tender and well-seasoned, and the salt and pepper cod was crispy, flavorful, and easily a standout. Food came out fast, portions were generous, and the staff was super friendly and attentive without being overbearing. It has that old-school, comforting vibe that makes you want to stay and keep eating. If you're looking for quality Chinese comfort food at a good price, this spot is definitely worth it. Will 100% be back.

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Good Neighbor Seafood Restaurant - Interior

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Good Neighbor Seafood Restaurant
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