“ Wow I can't believe it took me so long to get here! This spot has been on my radar for ages and is highly regarded by all my foodie friends - it lived up to every expectation. The inside has several large tables with a table top lazy Susan, making it perfect and easy to share all your dishes with your party. All the food was rich, flavorful, well cooked and came out of the kitchen fast. I'd have to say, the homestyle pork stole the show because of the crispy cook and balanced heat of the peppers. The scallion pancake also took me by pleasant surprise as it was flaky and light unlike many other places. It is safe to say anything you order here will be delicious and it'll be hard to narrow it down to ordering just a few. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu! ”

“ I saw a post about Chef Jiang on tiktok and had to check it out since it's so close to me. The server was pretty attentive, the food was outstanding, and the restaurant was nicely decorated. The dumplings had to be some of the best we've ever had. For my entree, I got general Tso's chicken and it was served over a flame (as was my dad's Mongolian beef). The food was so full of flavor and cooked just right. Everything was served HOT - how it should be! One of the best Chinese restaurants I've been to! It's a bit pricy, but it's worth it for the quality. I'll be back!! ”

“ First time at this new location. The space is quite beautiful, warm and inviting. The tables are each set so that you have your own space, providing a nice sense of privacy. We were greeted warmly and given our choice of tables. The menu is made of high resolution pictures, making it a bit easier to know what to expect. So many great choices that took a long time to decide! The food was delicious, all of it. A table of vegetarians/pescatarians ate quite well with enough to take home for lunch the next day. We had the vegetable dumplings, veggie spring rolls and Dan Dan noodles, minus the meat, as apps. Mains were tofu seafood casserole, green beens & eggplant, scallion fried rice, and a unique dish of our choice of 6+ options including shrimp, lotus, tofu skin and other great veggies and seafood. A nice final touch was a plate of honeydew melon, something that Chinese restaurants used to give (oranges) as a sweet ending. Very authentic Chinese food! It was a different experience than the Farmington location-no nuts or other free items on the table before ordering. We'll be back often. ”

“ I came here with 3 friends on a Tuesday evening. We had a reservation for 6pm but didn't need really need it, as it wasn't crazy busy. The hostess was so sweet and let us choose which table we wanted to sit at because they had many empty tables. We ordered a bunch of foods to share and everything was really delicious. My absolute favorite dishes were the garlic bean sprouts and the braised pork. We also got 3 bowls of rice with the entrees we ordered. I would absolutely try more foods from the menu! The restaurant was pretty quiet and we were able to chat without crazy background noise. It did get more crowded by the time we were leaving, but it was still a nice atmosphere for catching up with friends. ”

“ Authentic Sichuan restaurant in the area. The deco of the restaurant is very nice and modern Chinese. Also very spacious inside. Didn't feel like you are box in. Their two spicy level was really spicy. I think the flavor definitely was authentic but maybe I could ask to turn down the heat a bit. Service was excellent. All the waitstaffs were super friendly and lovely. Food came out super fast. Here are the dishes I recommended: 1) stir fry bok choy with garlic was delicious! They were cooked perfectly! Everything came out fast but pipping hot!!! 2) really spicy Sichuan beef with Chinese celery Needed to pair with rice! And maybe cucumber to cool your palate down with that heat!!! Spicy AF. This dish was delicious though. 3) pumpkin cookies was written on the menu. But they actually tasted like deep fried pumpkin mochi. Really good flavor and not too sweet. A bit oily though since they were feel fried. 4) signature chef jiang fried rice! There were tons of ingredients like Chinese sausage, mixed veggies (frozen kind) and other things. Every gain of the Rice was separated. Delicious!!! Excellent jasmine tea served in a beautiful teapot!!! I was very impressed with their tea. Told one of the nicest wait staff. And she got me a to go container with tea! What a sweet surprise and gesture! Thank you!! ”

“ I had a quick lunch here. Food was pretty decent. Also good decors and cleaning space. Service was just okay honestly, nothing special. I was happy to get watermelons though! I'm usually not a stingy guy but it bothered me that the suggested tips were calculated based on after tax amount and it started at 18% (where you need to check the boxes). ”

“ Chef Jiang is a popular restaurant in Farmington, CT, that recently opened a second storefront in New Haven. Located in a rather inconspicuous location, next to Shiny Salon and BBQ Chicken, it offers a repertoire of dishes that transcends the common expectations one might expect compared to the other Chinese restaurants nearby. Upon entry, the ambiance of Chef Jiang exudes a simple elegance. Much nicer than neighboring restaurants (I'd say very similar to Taste of China a few blocks down). The bright and inviting interior is quite a contrast to its exterior. It's a place where large groups can comfortably gather around the round tables, reminiscent of traditional Chinese banquet halls, making it a suitable venue for family gatherings! The Hot Green Pepper Chicken offered a pleasing blend of flavors. This was the most authentic in terms of taste and presentation. 4.5/5. The Mapo Tofu, a dish which, while lacking the vigorous spice one might anticipate, still delivered a comforting, home-cooked essence. Its subtle flavors, although somewhat underwhelming for lovers of Sichuan cuisine, present a satisfactory option for those with milder palates. It was too bland for our liking, but portions were relatively bigger. 4/5. While somewhat tasteful, the Sautéed Slice Lamb in Hunan Style was way too salty. I'd ask for easy on the salt next time. It shied away from the boldness and complexity typically associated with these regional Chinese cuisines. While well-prepared, it would likely not satiate those seeking an authentic experience. 3/5. I suggest skipping on the Crab Yellow with Pork Soup Dumplings. While the presentation is visually appealing, they may fall short in satisfaction. The dumplings lacked the rich, brothy interior one might anticipate (there was no soup inside despite being a soup dumpling), and the filling was minimal, offering a less fulfilling experience than expected. 2.5/5. The Steamed Dumplings were not unsavory per se, but not worth the price. Despite an employee telling us so, they were not homemade, and the portions were REALLY small. I suggest you skip or choose another appetizer. 1/5. Despite the courteous staff (they were all very friendly and helpful!), the wait time was notably long. We sat down immediately because they were not busy, but it took over 45 minutes for our orders to arrive, a delay that might test the patience of many diners. I noticed some people have left negative reviews for Chef Jiang on here due to the long wait time. However, as a new establishment, it's not uncommon to experience initial operational hiccups, and we should all be more considerate. The staff's friendliness and helpfulness suggest a promising future. Service and ambiance were nonetheless 5/5. ”

“ A 10/10 experience always - the servers are great and the food is even better. Super cool, up-scale casual ambiance. Perfect for date night or a family outting. I have been to their Farmington location first and I could confidently say it was the best lo mein I have ever eaten. Although, when visiting the recently opened New Haven spot, I knew I wanted to try some more dishes. The string beans (seasoned SO WELL), hot pot (with spicy beef and chicken), pork soup dumplings and pumpkin cookies were incredible. Everything was very flavorful. I was nervous about the sweet and sour fish since I am not a huge fish person, but it did not taste a bit fishy. It was actually delicious, and paired well with the sweet and sour sauce. I am confident that if you like the classic sweet and sour chicken, you will enjoy this as well. Their wontons in chili oil are also a must appetizer for me - so good. ”

“ Phenomenal. After hearing amazing things about the original location in Farmington, I was beyond excited to try. The space is well decorated with dividers between tables giving you the illusion of privacy at your table. The service was great and the staff was really attentive and kind. They were also happy to share any knowledge when we asked questions. We had the sweet and sour fish, pumpkin cookies, wontons in chili oil, vegetable spring rolls, pork soup dumplings, green beans, and dry pot. All amazing. There is an American Chinese section on the menu, but we were so excited to try some more authentic dishes. Everything was delicious and I can't wait to go back and try more. ”