Chin Chin Ii Chinese Rstrnt
(404) 881-1511
699 Ponce De Leon Ave NE Ste 18
Atlanta,
GA
30308
33.7735
-84.364
Neighborhoods: Northeast, St. Charles/ Greenwood, Northeast
What People Are Saying About Chin Chin Ii Chinese Rstrnt
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Citysearch
Housed in the parking lot of Kroger known more for its gunshots than its culinary ventures, thoughts of glowing neon and bad buffets come to mind when you think of Chinese. Instead, Chin Chin II shocks with plush red ottomans, hardwoods and mirrored walls-looking less like a Chinese chain and more like an upscale sushi-bistro. The food follows suit with well-executed versions of standard, Americanized dishes that don't break the bank. Three cups Taiwanese chicken is a hearty casserole of veggies rich with sesame oil and rice wine. Crispy Hunan-style fish is a generous, flaky whole snapper (de-boned tableside) with a slightly sweet ginger-scllion sauce. Sugar snap peas with prawn could benefit from less thickener, but the shrimp are plump and the peas tender. Pass on the overcooked and under-seasoned salt and pepper calamari in favor of soothing velvet corn and chicken soup to start.
High Marks
"I was already sold by the food, but the ambiance and excellent customer service made me a dedicated customer for life." (skyylife, Citysearch user)
"he atmosphere was very comfortable along with the wall decoration...and the Mushu Duck and the Mongolian Beef we've had was the best I've ever tasted." (philipjameston, Citysearch user)
Low Marks
"I like Chin Chin, but had a bad time with the delivery driver. On top of it all, they forgot all the good things that go with the lunch special - overall not worth the trouble!" (pricey1, Citysearch user)
User Reviews
skyylife
January 10, 2008
A few months ago, I received a menu on my door for Chin Chin's, and typically, I automatically throw them away, but on this particular night, I was lazy and did not feel like leaving my home again. I decided to view the menu just to see what it had to offer. In the past, I never tried General Tso, and as a vegetarian, I wanted to give it a try, so I saw that along with chicken and shrimp, tofu was also offered. I called immediately to place an order, and I found with each order (with delivery), you are also offered a complimentary order of California Rolls. Along with my greed, impatiently waiting for my food, I was a bit afraid that the food would not taste good. However, to my surprise, within about 35 minutes of placing my order, the food arrived with extremely pleasant service. A few seconds later, I opened the steaming container and devoured the food. It was amazing. A few days later, I decided to visit the restaurant, and to my surprise, it was this cute, funky, hip, red, cozy, room filled with warmth. I was already sold by the food, but the ambiance and excellent customer service made me a dedicated customer for life.
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jaymaygm
October 23, 2007
I was in Chin Chin about 10 years ago. Just the basics. After a trip to Whole Foods across the street, I stumbled in again. Wow! This place has been totally renovated into a very hip neighborhood Chinese Bistro. Sparkling Hardwood Floors, Red Lanterns, and super soft banquettes running the length of the room. I love the feel of Chin Chin. And what a great freshly prepared menu. We started with a Shrimp Tempura Roll. And what a wonderful presentation. A small vile of liquid nitrogen was placed on the serving tray, with the tails of the shrimp standing up. That cool smoke, had the wow factor. And upon our servers recommendation, we ordered the Tangerine Chicken, extra hot. And goodness was it hot and delicious. Crunchy chunks of white meat chicken, in a spicy Tangerine Sauce, with pieces of the fruit throughout! The staff was so eager and nice, as well as the host, we will be back soon!
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liveoakh
March 12, 2007
Chin Chin II was a most pleasant surprise. It was Saturday night and my girlfriend and here two children (4) and (6) and I were looking for Chinese. This was my first time here and I was not expecting much in the way of service, but was hoping the food would be good. The food was great, and the warm and very friendly staff made us feel so welcome. It was just what we needed after a long day at the park. Eating in Atlanta can be a mixed bag, especially w/ kids. But, not the staff at Chin Chin II., they were skilled, relaxed and friendly......We will be back??...soon!
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Know Before You Go:
Delivery is free to residents in the Poncey-Highlands.
Parking:
There is plenty of parking in the massive lot for the Kroger and Ford Factory Lofts.
The Extras:
California rolls come free for take-out or delivery, but you have to remember to ask.
