Yip's

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About Yip's

Yip's is a local restaurant in the FiDi, popular for lunch. It has moved from William St to a new location near Wall St. The buffet offers a variety of dishes, with chicken and shrimp being the favorites. The menu has been reduced and prices have increased slightly. Customers can choose two entrees and a carb for their meal. The Lo Mein with Roast Pork and Garlic Chicken are popular choices, with tasty proteins and a standout Lo Mein. The restaurant is known for its Chinese buffet, which is above average for the area. The Teriyaki Shrimp is very solid, and BBQ and Sweet chicken are also well-liked. The wings are typical for a Chinese restaurant, and the plantains are ripe and delicious. Rice isn't very flavorful but helps offset other dishes. The general tsos is often soggy, undercooked, and cold, which is a downside. Customers appreciate that food is priced by the pound, with some plates weighing 2.3 pounds. The restaurant is praised as one of the last authentic Asian American spots in NYC, offering items like spicy garlic chicken and shrimp, which are rarely found at typical Chinese spots. The buffet is a great value, and the staff is friendly. While the hours are limited, many enjoy visiting for a quick, filling meal. Recent visitors also enjoyed the shrimp and chicken, and tried a grape slush with lychee jelly from the boba booth, though they found the drink too sweet and plan to stick to teas next time. Overall, Yip's remains a favorite for its good food and convenient location.