Chong Yuen Fong 狀元坊 (CYFKitchen)
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Customers' Favorites
portuguese egg tart 2 pieces 葡式蛋挞 2只
Char Siu Rice Chinese Barbecue Pork Rice
Moisturizing Vetiver and Sugarcane Water
Honey Sauce BBQ Pork Claypot Rice
Portuguese Egg Tart 4 pcs
15 Hainan Chicken Rice
Cheese Lava Egg Tart
Choices Claypot Rice
Claypot Chicken Rice
Recent Reviews
64 ratings
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First time trying Chong Yuen Fong Clay Pot Rice in Alhambra. The restaurant is conveniently located at the corner of Garfield and Valley Blvd, and there were plenty of parking spaces available in the lot. Inside, the ambiance is cozy and captures that classic Hong Kong-style cafe vibe with nice wall decor.
We tried the preserved duck and salted fish clay pot rice. While the overall flavor was on point, the preserved duck and salted fish just weren't to my personal taste. However,...read full review
We tried the preserved duck and salted fish clay pot rice. While the overall flavor was on point, the preserved duck and salted fish just weren't to my personal taste. However,...read full review
Excellent 煲仔饭 or clay pot rice. First time here. Would recommend!
Specializes in stone pot rice which is done very well. I thought the egg tarts though where just okay but friend really liked them
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
Chong Yuen Fong (CYFKitchen) is a small, cozy restaurant with a vintage Shanghai vibe, specializing in clay pot rice and steamed soup. The atmosphere is casual, offering a quick and affordable dining experience. The clay pot rice is made to order, with options to choose two meats such as chicken and mushroom, salted fish, spare ribs, or minced pork, served with a layer of crispy burnt rice. Customers can also add healing soups like American ginseng, cordyceps flower, or chicken feet for an extra charge. The soups are traditional Cantonese style, often unseasoned for personal flavoring and made with fresh ingredients.
The restaurant's unique style and authentic flavors make it a local gem. Customers praise the delicious clay pot dishes, especially the clay pot with brisket and Chinese sausage, as well as the smooth and creamy Portuguese egg tarts. The house-brewed teas are also highly recommended. Though the staff may not speak English fluently, the restaurant offers a convenient ordering experience through their preferred app. Overall, Chong Yuen Fong provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, with a menu that satisfies both traditional and modern tastes.