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Sifu Chio, located in Flushing, NY, is a classic wonton noodle joint known for its large, juicy wontons and comforting dishes. With affordable prices, the menu offers a variety of options ranging from wonton soups to dumpling trio lo mein. While the broth may be under seasoned and some dishes like Chinese broccoli can be overcooked, the generous shrimp filling in the wontons and the tasty shrimp dumplings make up for it. The ambiance is casual, perfect for laid-back meals with friends or family. Overall, Sifu Chio is a go-to spot for Cantonese style wontons and comforting noodle dishes.
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“ Classic wonton noodle joint with large, juicy wontons! We took our food to-go and ate at the park across the street. A personal comfort food done right. The restaurant is right on the corner of Prince and 40th (Google Maps may mislead you to a few doors down). ”
“ Shrimp dumplings.... TO DIE FOR! MUST EAT in Flushing! The beef brisket noodles is also sooo comforting. No outdoor dining but there's a park right across where you can sit/stand and eat The homemade chilli sauce is also the bomb! ”
“ TL;DR: Tasty wontons paired with OK broth at affordable prices. ***** I traveled with my semi-picky eater Viet mom, and she told me that morning she craved mi hoanh thanh (wonton). My homie, Jando S, recommended this restaurant on the corner of Prince Street and 40th Road. Things to know: ***** I. FOOD & DRINK: They clearly layout their menu (comprised of three pages) underneath the glass on each table and side. Most things on their menu range from the $5s to the $9s. Their most basic wonton soup only costs $6.75. and the most expensive one goes up to $9 (Dumpling Trio Lo Mein). Mom had the basic and I dove into their latter. *Dumpling Trio Lo Mein: Consists of three different kinds ((pork) wonton, shrimp, and shrimp and watercress and comes with broth on the side, which you can easily pour back into your bowl if you'd like. My favorite was the shrimp. What I love about their dumplings is the filling-to-dough ratio. Especially their shrimp dumpling. Other restaurants cut up the shrimp into too small of pieces, and at Sifu they leave large chunks of shrimp making for fantastic, tasty bite ratios. NBD, but the only thing I didn't love was their broth. Just tasted a bit under seasoned. I also tried their Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce ($5.50), and even though tasty they overcooked it. Not crunchy at all. They also serve basic tea found at any Chinese restaurant. II. SERVICE: Very fast. We received our food within ten minutes of being seated. III. AMBIANCE & DÉCOR: Not too many tables (maybe ten?). This is the type of place you take a wifey and not a first date, nah mean? I also loved the Chinese brotha sitting next to us who unapologetically played some show on full blast via his cell phone. lol. IV. PRICES: Hella affordable. Cash only. V. OVERALL: If I lived in the neighborhood, I'd eat here on the reg. ”
“ At one point in time, I think Sifu Chio was a 5 star caliber wonton spot. Despite a change in ownership in the last few years, I still haven't found a dedicated place for straight Cantonese style wontons that is as good as this place. While the wontons were better circa 2013, this place is still a sure thing when it comes to wonton noodle staple. Back in the day, a bowl ran as low as $3.95 (#1) but inflation has caught up as now most bowls are in the $7-8 range. Instead of actual bowls, this place tends to go with the styrofoam or plastic bowls, which I suppose works well for situations where one doesn't finish the food. The wontons are very solid. Skin can get a bit thick at times, but I appreciate the ratio of shrimp to meat for the combo ones. My favorite ones to order at the trio wontons with noodles in soup (三色餃湯麵), which I think is the best value amongst all the combinations. The soup base was tastier at one point, but I think the noodles and wontons are still within range of tastiness. And while wontons get all the press, they also make a killer set of fish balls, fish cakes, and dumplings. The latter is not my favorite and really never has been, mainly due to the doughiness of the skin and the fact it's not really crispy for the pan fried ones. The fried wonton (炸餛吞) is fun to eat, but without noodles or soup; they work ideally on their own like an appetizer. And the extra star goes to the fact they serve congee. Not just any congee, but flavored congee with options like carp or minced beef and the ever classic "lean pork" with black egg (皮蛋瘦肉粥). They also rock the beef brisket as well, but only for a $3 extra. I also think their lo mein is actually somewhat underrated as their dry noodle combinations are an excellent option for lunch. Lastly, it's a cash only business (#2) and the staff is pretty friendly. They are one of the very few Cantonese speaking businesses and seem to take delight when patrons are the same way. There is never a bad time to come here. Lunch might seem like the logical choice, but I've had plenty of solo meals during dinner time. It's never all that busy and they have just enough tables to keep a small crowd in here at all times. ____________ (#1) Pretty insane how expensive Flushing has become. Even Peking Duck Buns were .50 cents a pop. (#2) Welcome to Flushing. ”
“ Great wontons. They are very generous with the shrimp filling. The wonton soup broth is very tasty. The noodles have great texture. Great hangover cure. The congee is okay. The fried wontons a Re also delicious. ”
“ This place used to be better, but its still good now. Whenever I'm craving bouncy wonton noodles, this is my go-to spot. I've also tried their braised beef brisket noodle soup, and beef ball soup. All their soups are good. Some noodles I order for the broth, but I come here because the quality of their noodles are very good. The absolute best thing to order here is their trio dumpling noodles. You'll get super full off just that one order because their wontons are big. You could also get a 'duet noodle' to try both their wontons and beef brisket in one order. Both are delicious. Prince Noodle and Cafe also has a lot of good appetizers. I've tried their fried shrimp wontons (comes with 12) and their pot stickers. They were very greasy but good. Those are good paired with hot tea or the vegetables you can order on the side. You can definitely do without the appetizers, because their real star of the show here is their wonton noodle soup. Overall, how good is this place? I've brought my family here when they were visiting from out of state. Remember, this place is cash only. ”
“ Prince noodle cafe is on corner of Prince st and 40th Road. I came on weekday lunch time and the restaurant was half full of patrons. There are 8 four seater tables. Each table has spices "soy sauce, vinegar and hot oil" to add into your order. I ordered wonton/ dumpling dry noodles. The order was delicious. Each Wontons was fill with a full size shrimp, a tablespoon of pork was also stuffed inside the wontons. Dumpling size is bigger than wonton. The difference is dumpling had no shrimp, but has mushroom. I ordered the dry noodle type, which comes with a bowl of wonton soup on the side. I used it to adjust the wetness if the noodle. The noodle was broiled, drained, added oil, oyster sauce and green pepper. I didn't see a bathroom, but cleanliness was good. Service was okay, but it seems the waitress is really aware of the tips. The food was great, 4 star for the food. ”
“ Shrimp watercress wonton noodle soup is what I got. Came in ate and walk out happy. I love soup, soup is delicious, firm egg noodles, and super hot delicious wonton. Very good. Yes it's a small shop, it really does smell like NY subway in there for some reason but their sanitation grade is A. Nice ladies that works there. Me and my wife shared the noodle soup. They are served in those white disposable bowls, but still good. Doesn't matter what the food is served in as long as it's clean and ultimately if the food is good. Oh they give you a nice styrofoam cup of hot tea. Especially today where it's cold and rainy, it's perfect for a cup of hot tea and hot noodle soup. ”
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Welcome to Sifu Chio, a classic wonton noodle joint located at 4009 Prince St in Flushing, NY. This casual yet classy restaurant offers a variety of Cantonese specialties, with a focus on delicious wontons and comforting noodle dishes.
Customer reviews rave about the large, juicy wontons and the must-try shrimp dumplings. The Dumpling Trio Lo Mein, featuring pork wonton, shrimp, and shrimp with watercress, is a favorite among patrons for its flavorful fillings and tasty bite ratios. While some reviews mention the broth as slightly under seasoned, the overall dining experience at Sifu Chio is praised for its affordability and fast service.
For a comforting meal in a cozy setting, Sifu Chio is a go-to spot for your next Cantonese dining experience. Whether you're craving wonton soup or beef brisket noodles, this restaurant is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
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