Pinch Chinese
Chinese restaurant · SoHo
177 Prince St, New York, NY 10012
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Highlights
Soup dumplings, duck, and natural wines from a Din Tai Fung vet
Soup dumplings, duck, and natural wines from a Din Tai Fung vet
"Pinch in Soho has everything from zhajiangmian and three cup chicken, to Peking duck and crispy brussels sprouts. Call 212-328-7880 for pickup, or order online here for delivery." - neha talreja, bryan kim, hannah albertine
"Pinch Chinese is listed as one of the New York spots where Evan Toretto Li developed his craft after 2006, and it’s also noted that Li overlapped there with sommelier Zwann Grays." - Jess Eng
"Soho’s Pinch Chinese came out swinging with an impressive roster of rich, flavorful soup dumplings when it opened a few years ago and aced a Times review just months into its existence, in part due to its soul-satisfying chicken soup dumplings. The pork dumplings — described as “bite sized explosions of porky goodness” on the menu — and the chicken XLB with the house spicy sauce are also worth trying." - Robert Sietsema
"Go ahead and pinch yourself—you’re not dreaming. Pinch Chinese is really that good. The décor, with red metal chairs and birch countertops, is straight-up SoHo, but the food is all Flushing. The glass-paneled kitchen with mask-wearing chefs can veer a bit lab-like, but don’t worry, as they’re busy making soup dumplings. These superlative gems are works of art that taste even better than they look. Pork soup dumplings are a bite-sized explosion of savory goodness, with fresh ginger, black vinegar and soy sauce; while perfectly crispy duck slices are served with wraps, hoisin, and cucumber for a deliciously classic rendition. Finish with simple vanilla ice cream.Happy Hour brings dumplings and wines (from a wonderfully surprising list) at a pretty price." - Michelin Inspector
"Zach Mimms, beverage manager and head somm at Pinch Chinese in Soho, serves Faccia Brutto Aperitivo, Amaro Alpino, and Amaro Gorino, plus two off-menu cocktails that you'll have to go in to taste. 'Our favorite way to enjoy Faccia Brutto spirits are either straight, or in very simple mixed drinks. We love the Amaro Alpino on the rocks. The Amaro Gorini is delightful when topped with tonic water and a lemon twist. And the Aperitivo is my go-to shot and makes one of our favorite spritzes—2oz aperitivo, 3oz pet nat with cube ice, soda water, and an orange twist.'" - Sophie Friedman
