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Lin's Kitchen
Master Critic Review
Lin's Kitchen
8.2
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Women-owned neighborhood favorite delivering consistently excellent American-Chinese takeout with unusually fresh ingredients and generous portions. The kitchen maintains high standards across classic preparations, earning a devoted following among locals who consider it the best Chinese in the Jackson Heights corridor.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sesame Chicken, Pork Fried Dumplings, Kung Pao Chicken
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.5
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 6.5
Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Remarkably fresh ingredients and consistent execution that elevates standard American-Chinese fare
Who should go: Locals seeking reliable, high-quality Chinese takeout
When to visit: Lunch specials offer exceptional value, delivery is consistently fast
What to order: Sesame chicken with white rice, scallion pancakes, spicy eggplant
Insider tip: Fortune cookies must be added separately - they don't come standard with orders
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on 35th Ave - typical Jackson Heights residential area, easier than Roosevelt Ave spots
Dress code: Come as you are - neighborhood takeout joint, ultra-casual
Noise level: Low-key and cozy - small space suitable for conversation
Weekend wait: 10-15 min for dine-in; delivery consistently arrives before estimated time per reviews
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait - lunch specials ready quickly
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - dedicated vegetable section with 10+ options including tofu dishes, eggplant with garlic sauce, Buddha's Delight, and vegetable lo mein
Vegan options: Moderate - vegetable dishes available, ask about oyster sauce in stir-fries; steamed dishes section offers clean preparations
Gluten-free options: Limited - rice dishes work, but most sauces contain soy; steamed dishes with sauce on side your best bet
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not really the vibe - this is a takeout-focused neighborhood spot. Cozy dine-in exists but it's more 'Tuesday dinner' than 'impress someone.' Perfect for established couples craving reliable comfort food.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes, reservations accepted but rarely needed. Small dine-in space means takeout/delivery is the primary business model. Walk-ins fine; closed Tuesdays.
Is it kid-friendly? Excellent for families - wheelchair accessible, casual atmosphere, generous portions of familiar American-Chinese dishes that kids love. Sweet and sour chicken and lo mein are crowd-pleasers.
Best For
Better for: Consistent, fresh American-Chinese when you want reliability over adventure. Reviewers call it 'best Chinese in the area' with unusually fresh ingredients and fast delivery that beats estimates. Women-owned with genuinely friendly phone service.
Skip if: You're seeking authentic regional Chinese cuisine - this is elevated American-Chinese comfort food, not Sichuan or Cantonese. Also skip if you expect fortune cookies included (they're an add-on charge).