Amazing menu. The spicy lamb ribs was our favorite. The hot and sour mushroom was such a clever combination of Chinese vegetables for their innate texture and flavors. The black pepper prawns had my favorite seasoning however the prawns themselves had too much salt. Also love the German focused wine list. Had a bottle of Sylvaner which apparently was the #1 grape in Germany a century ago. Dry, acidic and saline. Great reco from Mike the co-owner. Thanks for the amaro!
Rocio
We went to porcelain for a pre-valentine dinner and had a great experience. The menu is updated seasonally and most of their dishes are meant to be shared. We ordered the hot and sour potatoes, branzino and half chicken and it was a lot of food for two. Our waitress also recommended a bottle of Riesling that paired with the food we ordered and it was a great choice. Lot of great and unique flavors, definitely would recommend.
Dillon Zhang
Porcelain had a dark and interesting atmosphere. We arrived, we were one of only three tables seated. The server was friendly and explained how their menu worked. We ended up ordering 5 small plates and 2 large plates to share. The server said we would probably have some food left over, but i guess we were ravenous since we finished everything with room to spare. The Hot and Sour Potatoes, Black Pepper Prawns, Steamed Egg, Double Cooked Pork Jowl, and Kimchi-Brined Fried Half Chicken were hits at the table. We felt like the Charred Bok Choy was pretty mid. The recommended Steamed Whole Branzino was a big miss for us.
Kelsey✨
the black pepper prawns are damn good. maybe best thing on the menu
Andrew J.
It's shockingly easy to get a table here considering how good the food is, how nice the decor is, and how great the location is. Service is pretty good too. Works really well both as a neighborhood standby and as something for a special occasion. I wish the wine list was a little more extensive. But that's ok. Everything else is awesome.
Masayo K.
Their dishes are fabulous. I love them. The person who took the drink order was very knowledgeable about wine. We were very impressed. I loved his attention to detail in explaining the wine. The waitress came and said food would come as they were ready. That is easy for the Kitchen and wait staff but tough for customers. I was expecting more thoughtfulness in service because of their high price point. They suggested getting 5~6 plates for a party of three. We ended up ordering six dishes. DAN DAN LASAGNA ＄28 DOUBLE-COOKED PORK JOWL ＄24 NORI FRIED PORK CHOP ＄22 TRIPLE CHILI YUBA ＄21 HOT & SOUR POTATOES ＄13 SWEET & SOUR CHERRY MUSHROOMS ＄22 After I was served and tasted... yes, the presentations of some dishes are impressive. Menu descriptions are very creative. Yeah, if the menu says "yuba" fancy, they are just TOFU SKIN. I felt like this was a Szechwan restaurant catered to non-Asian people. The menu is not intimidating like real Szechwan restaurant menus which come in the Chinese language. Well, the silverware on the table are chopsticks and a spoon. I like the idea, though. Dishes came in the order below. HOT & SOUR POTATOES TRIPLE CHILI YUBA NORI FRIED PORK CHOP DOUBLE-COOKED PORK JOWL SWEET & SOUR CHERRY MUSHROOMS DAN DAN LASAGNA Triple Chili Yuba is super spicy. After we ate, we lost our taste buds. So, we couldn't enjoy the Sweet and Sour cherry mushrooms. Yes, they told me Yuba was spicy. Then, I hope they bring it with the last group. But they don't control their dish's timing. Right? So, unfortunately, for that, I leave three stars (more like three and a half) Also, they don't serve dessert... well, we were stuffed. So we were not in the mood for it. Including tips, we spend about $80pp. We ordered two cocktails, a glass of wine, and a bottle of beer beside six dishes. No dessert. If somebody paid for my meal, I would go again, but I don't think I will go there if I am the one paying the bill. (Sorry I will go to Rolo's with the same amount of money or across the street, Chachawan for cheaper eats)
Whit B.
Omg!! What a lovely experience. I feel so lucky that this is in my neighborhood but honestly it's good enough to be a destination. They make what is gluten free legible on the menu and that means the world to me. Getting to try interesting, creative Asian food and not being worried about cross contam is so, so valuable. Two menu items were gf naturally but they were relaxed about it and willing to accommodate subs on other items. The ambiance is impeccable; velvet couches, original tin ceiling tiles, subtle and tasteful updates. perfect lighting, fine music. Our host/server was friendly and chill, greeted us immediately and we felt welcome and wanted, then went the extra mile to ensure our comfort, he also helped us select exactly the right order and when we had a question about the wine, gave us the most vivid, delightful walkthrough of the two by the glass skin contacts that we picked, which were really, really freaking good, and made better by the descriptions. We were just two random walkins and felt like cared for VIPs. We felt so welcome and taken care of. We got the shrimp, it was complex and balanced and surprising and satisfying. From start to finish this was a 10 out of 10. Keep up the good work. Can't wait to return.
Amy L.
This restaurant is fantastic! Very high end, creative and tasty dishes. It appears to be unassuming but when the food arrived it had us all in awe, and licking the bottom of the plates. I only wish they could do something about the aroma, which is off and lingers on your clothing for days.
Blanche Jamail
Porcelain is such a wonderful place. Dinner there was one of the best dining experiences I have had this year. For the high quality and interesting and creative dishes the price was reasonable (and even affordable in comparison to other nights out we have had at places not nearly as nice). The ambience is romantic and the food is incredible with lots of interesting plant based vegan options you’d never even notice if you weren’t looking for them. Out of the whole menu maybe over a third was vegan which blew me away. Highly recommend and will be returning often!!
Jessica D.
In an effort to discover the hidden gems of Ridgewood, i just happened to walk in an hour before closing hoping for a decent bite with fresh ingredients and impressive flavor. I was a bit skeptical at first because the cuisine is not something I get the chance to try often, and while approaching the restaurant the outside wasn't very distinct. I rarely get the chance to have really good asian food because of my gluten intolerance so going into the experience I kept my expectations moderate. I ordered the black pepper prawns (even though I was leaning towards the fried chicken dish) and the server was kind enough to give me a taste of the wine he recommended to pair... which I ended up getting the full glass of, because let me just say if the wine was more dynamic and multi-dimensional than most people I meet (pic of bottle included) The host/server, Sully, was so personable & knowledgeable and answered all my questions before i could even ask, and I already know I'm high maintenance so I really appreciated the knowledge. The black pepper prawns were absolutely phenomenal, and the right level of spicy (though I am a person of color so my spice tolerance is a bit edgier than I somtimes think) but the wine helped dull the spicy aftertaste without triggering that acid reflux feeling. The prawns were mixed with celery, sliced rice cake, sliced mushrooms, garlic, basil, cucumbers and onion crisps with a bunch of seasoning/sauce that really took what could have been a simple almost salad-like dish and made it a Michelin level meal perfect for one. The prawns didnt taste fishy, the herbs were aromatic, fresh and used tastefully, and overall was reminiscent of a freshly made home-cooked meal by someone that definitely knows what theyre doing in a kitchen. Always appreciate having a meal that makes me feel healthy and energized after, rather than tired or sleepy. Ive got to say im astounded by the quality of food, the ambiance and even the wine though this is not the place for solo work/study dinners-- more like a non-pretentious upscale business dinner or an occasion like a date or meetup with your boojie family/friends. My tastebuds are already looking forward to returning and seeing what other unique creations they have to offer.
Food was decent. Service failed for me. I didn’t wanna do this because I work in the industry and usually just enjoy a good time but I waited to get rice after I asked numerous times. I got an attitude from server saying kitchen is short staffed. Very understandable if entrees had some wait but to have a long wait for a bowl of rice when I saw another table got it was kind of off. I couldn’t finish the meal anymore as the vibe from server was off and hard to approach. Took the rest to go. Two stars instead of 1 since we enjoyed the two pork dishes together with the steamed egg. Just had an off experience from the service and was saddened by this since I wanted to try more in the menu. Even so, I still tipped properly. Food is good and well seasoned and cook. Maybe focus on improving service
James P.
Tried this place for the first time the other night cause I wanted to see if it lived up to the hype. Spoiler alert: It mostly did! We tried a ton of things and they were all hits, with one exception. Sweet and sour mushrooms: insanely good, really scratched my itch for a junky-tasting sweet and sour dish. Fancy mushrooms with great chewy texture. Steamed Branzino: so effing good, although I might have liked for it to be spicier. Watch out for bones. Glass noodle with leaf celery and five spice tofu: this was the only miss for me. This dish was pretty bland. I could not detect any hint of "five spice" in the tofu and most of the celery was too tough to swallow and wound up in my napkin. Oh well. Steamed egg: Egg the texture of custard, with a supremely umami crunch from the chili crisp on top. Delicious. Black pepper prawns: knocked it out of the park. Perfectly plump and juicy shrimp with chewy rice cakes and crisp veggies. Tied with the egg for my fav dish of the night. Triple chili yuba: liked but didn't love; had a strong cumin flavor that I wasn't in the mood for. Texture was good. The only thing I found to be a challenging spice level, and I'm the kind of person who tends to order things "medium." Washed it all down with a nice bottle of orange wine that they helped me pick out. Service was great, not sure what all these other reviews are talking about. They have normal service (at least at dinner) now, you don't have to order at the bar. Our waitress was very sweet and friendly. Would love to go back and try more things!
T G.
This is great discovery in Ridgewood, a quickly gentrifying neighborhood in Queens. The best dish is the Kimchi Brined Fried Half Chicken--succulent, crispy, and well seasoned. Both the pork chop and the pork belly were also remarkable. The wife thought the potatoes were undercooked, but I like the chewy texture. The small plates system worked well for us--lots of culinary exploration. The service was excellent and I loved the restored-bar decor. This place is a winner.
Bonnie P.
What a gem! So charming with great atmosphere - all the right vibes - menu - taste- service- beautiful plates that taste as great as they look! Coming back to try other choices! Thanks Porcelain. Vanessa P.
JZ Wong
Fusion Asian style cuisines.Smart while giving you a taste of Korea traditional but creative way to enjoy the food.Must order fried chicken, steam eggs(firm like firm tofu), shrimp with sticky rice cake and oyster mushroom, and a bitter melon dish.Surprised by this level of tasty and want to explore more in this neighborhood.The cocktail is also good, and the service, hygiene are great.
Amazing menu. The spicy lamb ribs was our favorite. The hot and sour mushroom was such a clever combination of Chinese vegetables for their innate texture and flavors. The black pepper prawns had my favorite seasoning however the prawns themselves had too much salt. Also love the German focused wine list. Had a bottle of Sylvaner which apparently was the #1 grape in Germany a century ago. Dry, acidic and saline. Great reco from Mike the co-owner. Thanks for the amaro!
We went to porcelain for a pre-valentine dinner and had a great experience. The menu is updated seasonally and most of their dishes are meant to be shared. We ordered the hot and sour potatoes, branzino and half chicken and it was a lot of food for two. Our waitress also recommended a bottle of Riesling that paired with the food we ordered and it was a great choice. Lot of great and unique flavors, definitely would recommend.
Porcelain had a dark and interesting atmosphere. We arrived, we were one of only three tables seated. The server was friendly and explained how their menu worked. We ended up ordering 5 small plates and 2 large plates to share. The server said we would probably have some food left over, but i guess we were ravenous since we finished everything with room to spare. The Hot and Sour Potatoes, Black Pepper Prawns, Steamed Egg, Double Cooked Pork Jowl, and Kimchi-Brined Fried Half Chicken were hits at the table. We felt like the Charred Bok Choy was pretty mid. The recommended Steamed Whole Branzino was a big miss for us.
the black pepper prawns are damn good. maybe best thing on the menu
It's shockingly easy to get a table here considering how good the food is, how nice the decor is, and how great the location is. Service is pretty good too. Works really well both as a neighborhood standby and as something for a special occasion. I wish the wine list was a little more extensive. But that's ok. Everything else is awesome.
Their dishes are fabulous. I love them. The person who took the drink order was very knowledgeable about wine. We were very impressed. I loved his attention to detail in explaining the wine. The waitress came and said food would come as they were ready. That is easy for the Kitchen and wait staff but tough for customers. I was expecting more thoughtfulness in service because of their high price point. They suggested getting 5~6 plates for a party of three. We ended up ordering six dishes. DAN DAN LASAGNA ＄28 DOUBLE-COOKED PORK JOWL ＄24 NORI FRIED PORK CHOP ＄22 TRIPLE CHILI YUBA ＄21 HOT & SOUR POTATOES ＄13 SWEET & SOUR CHERRY MUSHROOMS ＄22 After I was served and tasted... yes, the presentations of some dishes are impressive. Menu descriptions are very creative. Yeah, if the menu says "yuba" fancy, they are just TOFU SKIN. I felt like this was a Szechwan restaurant catered to non-Asian people. The menu is not intimidating like real Szechwan restaurant menus which come in the Chinese language. Well, the silverware on the table are chopsticks and a spoon. I like the idea, though. Dishes came in the order below. HOT & SOUR POTATOES TRIPLE CHILI YUBA NORI FRIED PORK CHOP DOUBLE-COOKED PORK JOWL SWEET & SOUR CHERRY MUSHROOMS DAN DAN LASAGNA Triple Chili Yuba is super spicy. After we ate, we lost our taste buds. So, we couldn't enjoy the Sweet and Sour cherry mushrooms. Yes, they told me Yuba was spicy. Then, I hope they bring it with the last group. But they don't control their dish's timing. Right? So, unfortunately, for that, I leave three stars (more like three and a half) Also, they don't serve dessert... well, we were stuffed. So we were not in the mood for it. Including tips, we spend about $80pp. We ordered two cocktails, a glass of wine, and a bottle of beer beside six dishes. No dessert. If somebody paid for my meal, I would go again, but I don't think I will go there if I am the one paying the bill. (Sorry I will go to Rolo's with the same amount of money or across the street, Chachawan for cheaper eats)
Omg!! What a lovely experience. I feel so lucky that this is in my neighborhood but honestly it's good enough to be a destination. They make what is gluten free legible on the menu and that means the world to me. Getting to try interesting, creative Asian food and not being worried about cross contam is so, so valuable. Two menu items were gf naturally but they were relaxed about it and willing to accommodate subs on other items. The ambiance is impeccable; velvet couches, original tin ceiling tiles, subtle and tasteful updates. perfect lighting, fine music. Our host/server was friendly and chill, greeted us immediately and we felt welcome and wanted, then went the extra mile to ensure our comfort, he also helped us select exactly the right order and when we had a question about the wine, gave us the most vivid, delightful walkthrough of the two by the glass skin contacts that we picked, which were really, really freaking good, and made better by the descriptions. We were just two random walkins and felt like cared for VIPs. We felt so welcome and taken care of. We got the shrimp, it was complex and balanced and surprising and satisfying. From start to finish this was a 10 out of 10. Keep up the good work. Can't wait to return.
This restaurant is fantastic! Very high end, creative and tasty dishes. It appears to be unassuming but when the food arrived it had us all in awe, and licking the bottom of the plates. I only wish they could do something about the aroma, which is off and lingers on your clothing for days.
Porcelain is such a wonderful place. Dinner there was one of the best dining experiences I have had this year. For the high quality and interesting and creative dishes the price was reasonable (and even affordable in comparison to other nights out we have had at places not nearly as nice). The ambience is romantic and the food is incredible with lots of interesting plant based vegan options you’d never even notice if you weren’t looking for them. Out of the whole menu maybe over a third was vegan which blew me away. Highly recommend and will be returning often!!
In an effort to discover the hidden gems of Ridgewood, i just happened to walk in an hour before closing hoping for a decent bite with fresh ingredients and impressive flavor. I was a bit skeptical at first because the cuisine is not something I get the chance to try often, and while approaching the restaurant the outside wasn't very distinct. I rarely get the chance to have really good asian food because of my gluten intolerance so going into the experience I kept my expectations moderate. I ordered the black pepper prawns (even though I was leaning towards the fried chicken dish) and the server was kind enough to give me a taste of the wine he recommended to pair... which I ended up getting the full glass of, because let me just say if the wine was more dynamic and multi-dimensional than most people I meet (pic of bottle included) The host/server, Sully, was so personable & knowledgeable and answered all my questions before i could even ask, and I already know I'm high maintenance so I really appreciated the knowledge. The black pepper prawns were absolutely phenomenal, and the right level of spicy (though I am a person of color so my spice tolerance is a bit edgier than I somtimes think) but the wine helped dull the spicy aftertaste without triggering that acid reflux feeling. The prawns were mixed with celery, sliced rice cake, sliced mushrooms, garlic, basil, cucumbers and onion crisps with a bunch of seasoning/sauce that really took what could have been a simple almost salad-like dish and made it a Michelin level meal perfect for one. The prawns didnt taste fishy, the herbs were aromatic, fresh and used tastefully, and overall was reminiscent of a freshly made home-cooked meal by someone that definitely knows what theyre doing in a kitchen. Always appreciate having a meal that makes me feel healthy and energized after, rather than tired or sleepy. Ive got to say im astounded by the quality of food, the ambiance and even the wine though this is not the place for solo work/study dinners-- more like a non-pretentious upscale business dinner or an occasion like a date or meetup with your boojie family/friends. My tastebuds are already looking forward to returning and seeing what other unique creations they have to offer.
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Food was decent. Service failed for me. I didn’t wanna do this because I work in the industry and usually just enjoy a good time but I waited to get rice after I asked numerous times. I got an attitude from server saying kitchen is short staffed. Very understandable if entrees had some wait but to have a long wait for a bowl of rice when I saw another table got it was kind of off. I couldn’t finish the meal anymore as the vibe from server was off and hard to approach. Took the rest to go. Two stars instead of 1 since we enjoyed the two pork dishes together with the steamed egg. Just had an off experience from the service and was saddened by this since I wanted to try more in the menu. Even so, I still tipped properly. Food is good and well seasoned and cook. Maybe focus on improving service
Tried this place for the first time the other night cause I wanted to see if it lived up to the hype. Spoiler alert: It mostly did! We tried a ton of things and they were all hits, with one exception. Sweet and sour mushrooms: insanely good, really scratched my itch for a junky-tasting sweet and sour dish. Fancy mushrooms with great chewy texture. Steamed Branzino: so effing good, although I might have liked for it to be spicier. Watch out for bones. Glass noodle with leaf celery and five spice tofu: this was the only miss for me. This dish was pretty bland. I could not detect any hint of "five spice" in the tofu and most of the celery was too tough to swallow and wound up in my napkin. Oh well. Steamed egg: Egg the texture of custard, with a supremely umami crunch from the chili crisp on top. Delicious. Black pepper prawns: knocked it out of the park. Perfectly plump and juicy shrimp with chewy rice cakes and crisp veggies. Tied with the egg for my fav dish of the night. Triple chili yuba: liked but didn't love; had a strong cumin flavor that I wasn't in the mood for. Texture was good. The only thing I found to be a challenging spice level, and I'm the kind of person who tends to order things "medium." Washed it all down with a nice bottle of orange wine that they helped me pick out. Service was great, not sure what all these other reviews are talking about. They have normal service (at least at dinner) now, you don't have to order at the bar. Our waitress was very sweet and friendly. Would love to go back and try more things!
This is great discovery in Ridgewood, a quickly gentrifying neighborhood in Queens. The best dish is the Kimchi Brined Fried Half Chicken--succulent, crispy, and well seasoned. Both the pork chop and the pork belly were also remarkable. The wife thought the potatoes were undercooked, but I like the chewy texture. The small plates system worked well for us--lots of culinary exploration. The service was excellent and I loved the restored-bar decor. This place is a winner.
What a gem! So charming with great atmosphere - all the right vibes - menu - taste- service- beautiful plates that taste as great as they look! Coming back to try other choices! Thanks Porcelain. Vanessa P.
Fusion Asian style cuisines.Smart while giving you a taste of Korea traditional but creative way to enjoy the food.Must order fried chicken, steam eggs(firm like firm tofu), shrimp with sticky rice cake and oyster mushroom, and a bitter melon dish.Surprised by this level of tasty and want to explore more in this neighborhood.The cocktail is also good, and the service, hygiene are great.