Northeast Chinese Ii - Albany

Is this the best Chinese food I’ve ever had? No. Is it the best I’ve had since moving to the Capital district from Queens? Yes. The food was quite good, except it was much too salty, and very oily. As you can see from the pic, the double cooked pork was sitting in a pool of oil. Also, don’t expect your food to come all at once, or even within 5 minutes of each other. We waited 35 minutes for our first dish, Ma Po Tofu. Meanwhile, people at other tables, who were seated after us, had already gotten some of their food. We waited a good 12 minutes for the next dish, twice cooked pork, to arrive. The next table meanwhile had four dishes of food on their table, although they too were seated after us. So although all the wait staff was very nice, I really do wonder if there is some subtle favoritism to Chinese patrons, as mentioned in other reviews. That being said, I’d return here, but I’m also continuing my search for my “go to” Chinese restaurant.

I ordered pickup and was told 30 minutes. Here I am at 1.5 hrs in and still waiting and being told food will come in 3 mins Revised: way better now

I tried a few good dishes but disappointed with their belly pork 红烧肉 . Food served within minutes upon ordering. Nice dumpling and they served good vinegar!!

Authentic Chinese! Basically the same dishes you’d get in China, very authentic taste. Generous portions for the price

I had a wonderful experience at the Northeastern Chinese restaurant, where I tasted a variety of dishes from the region. The Japanese braised tofu was soft and flavorful, with a rich sauce that complemented the rice. The red hot pepper sauce beef was spicy and tender, with a hint of sweetness and vinegar. The fish with tofu was a hearty dish, with a crispy skin and a smooth texture. The pumpkin fried was a pleasant surprise, with a crunchy exterior and a sweet and creamy interior. The chicken crispy fried in small pieces with red spices was a delight, with a crispy coating and a juicy meat. The squid fried was also delicious, with a chewy texture and a savory seasoning. Everything was top of the level, and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves authentic Chinese cuisine.