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Corgi Jianbing
Master Critic Review
Corgi Jianbing
7.7
Beloved food cart near Court Square serving savory Chinese crepes with crispy crackers, eggs, and customizable fillings since 2018. The original jianbing with pork floss and turkey ham wrapped in a shattery shell has earned cult status among LIC breakfast crowds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original Jianbing with Pork Floss, Jing Style Soft Crepe, Fresh Soy Milk
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Pioneering Chinese street food crepes in NYC with Three Kingdom Era recipe roots
Who should go: Breakfast seekers wanting unique Chinese street food
When to visit: Weekday mornings 8:30-11am for freshest crepes
What to order: Original with two eggs, pork floss, and fresh soy milk
Insider tip: Order at window for customization; scan-to-order takes longer
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking available on Hunter St. Better to walk - cart sits steps from Court Square subway (E/M/G/7). No dedicated parking for a food cart
Dress code: N/A - it's a street food cart. Come as you are, you'll be eating while walking or on a nearby bench
Noise level: Outdoor street environment - typical LIC sidewalk noise with office towers nearby. Fine for casual conversation while you wait
Weekend wait: N/A - closes at 2pm. No dinner service
Weekday lunch: 10-20 min peak hours; faster if you pre-order via WeChat or scan-to-order
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - skip the proteins and add avocado, sweet corn, mozzarella, or cabbage. Base includes egg, scallion, cilantro, pickles, sesame, peanuts
Vegan options: Very limited - base jianbing includes egg cooked into the crepe. Not easily modified for strict vegans
Gluten-free options: No - the crepe is made with multigrain flour. No GF alternatives available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're both adventurous and casual. It's a food cart with no seating - you'll eat standing or find a bench in nearby Rafferty Triangle. Works for a quirky morning date exploring LIC street food, but not for impressing anyone with ambiance
Can I get a table without a reservation? There are no tables - this is a walk-up food cart. Order at the window, grab your crepe, and find a bench or eat on the go. The nearby park has seating if you want to sit
Is it kid-friendly? Great for adventurous kids 5+. The crepe is handheld and fun to watch being made on the griddle. Mild options available (skip spicy sauce). No high chairs or kids menu, but the cute corgi-themed cart wins points with little ones
Best For
Better for: Breakfast convenience in LIC without trekking to Flushing. The customizable toppings (avocado, bacon, mozzarella) offer NYC-friendly adaptations you won't find at traditional street vendors. Owner William is friendly and guides first-timers through ordering
Skip if: You want rock-bottom Flushing prices (~$5 cheaper there) or the most authentic traditional jianbing. Also skip if you need seating, a dinner option, or gluten-free crepes. Popular toppings sell out - arrive early or pre-order