CHELI FLUSHINGZhe Li

“Had a fabulous dinner here on a Saturday night. We arrived right before the dinner rush and got seated right away. I do recommend making reservations if you can. Food: -Che li's pork belly 10/10, loved the texture and flavor -Crispy smoked fish 8/10, fish was crispy and flavorful -Hot stone braised rice 10/10, loved the toasted rice texture -Flaming beggars chicken 8/10, loved how they presented the dish Service: 10/10. Waiter was attentive and welcoming. Atmosphere: 10/10. Beautiful decor and loved the walkway path.”

“This restaurant absolutely impressed me from start to finish. The decor was fantastic the moment you step in, and every dish was not only beautifully presented but packed with flavor. The beggar's chicken definitely lived up to its hype. It was SOOOO tender and juicy, soaked in a rich, savory sauce that had the perfect balance of sweetness and depth. Unwrapping it felt like opening a gift. The sizzling beef dish arrived dramatically over open flames. The meat was perfectly cooked, tender with just the right amount of char, and paired beautifully with peppers and onions. The presentation made it exciting, but the flavor with its subtle black peppers is what really stood out. And the seasonal dessert was almost too cute to eat! Light and tangy, it was the perfect ending to a satisfying meal. You can tell a lot of care goes into both the presentation and flavor here. It's a wonderful gem in the heart of flushing!”

“Amazing food and service. Don't miss out on ordering the soup dumplings, Longjing shrimp (this was such a treat flavor-wise), and the Beggar's chicken. The dumplings were very flavorful and balanced. The chicken was literally falling off the bones--insanely tender, juicy, and delicious. Their fried rice and soup selections were great, too. We got the Yan Du Xian soup which was a combination of pork, tofu skin, and bamboo shoots--basically a pork bone broth soup that's very hearty. The Longjing shrimp was our favorite. The steamed shrimp was ridiculously soft, juicy, and savory sweet, then it danced so well with the tea sauce. It's a treat to get for your photos, too. Don't miss out on Cheli if ever you're in Flushing. Josie and the rest of the staff were very attentive and helpful. It was a delight dining here.”