Located in the heart of Cuauhtémoc, YI PIN JU stands out as a beacon of authentic Chinese cuisine, particularly known for its remarkable Sichuan dishes. Customers rave about the delicious and authentic flavors, with many including a specific love for the spicy chicken and BBQ wings. Alina Kelka notes that while the prices may be steeper than some alternatives, they reflect the quality and authenticity of the food served.
Food reviewer Cynthia Li reinforces this notion, stating that YI PIN JU is a delightful surprise for those craving the hot and numbing flavors characteristic of Sichuan cooking. With flavors so rich, she found herself returning multiple times during her stay. Guo Yan's recommendation of the 泡椒鸡胗 (Pickled Pepper Chicken Gizzards) highlights the restaurant's ability to surprise even the most discerning palates.
The ambiance may not cater to Western aesthetics, yet it invites diners to focus on the true essence of Chinese cuisine — the food itself. If you’re searching for a genuine experience that transports you back to China, YI PIN JU is a culinary gem worth exploring. Just keep in mind that the popularity may require a bit of patience, yet every flavorful bite promises to be worth the wait.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
No wheelchair accessible entrance
No wheelchair accessible parking lot
Service options
Offers delivery
Has drive-through
Offers takeout
Serves dine-in
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves small plates
Dining options
Serves lunch
Serves dinner
Amenities
Has restroom
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Quiet
Trending
Trendy
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
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Reviews For YI PIN JU
Alina Kelka
Jul 1,2025
Great food: delicious and authentic, fast service. Prices are higher than in some other places but it’s the quality you’re paying extra for
Cynthia Li
Jun 29,2025
One most authentic Sichuan cuisine place. I wasn’t expecting to encounter such great food with authentic flavor at all during my trip here, and had to revisit here three times more, lol...If you’re interested in /craving for Sichuan hot and numbing flavor, this place will be a big great surprise! Other dishes and noodles are full of good flavor as well. Highly recommend!
Anton
May 8,2025
Very authentic Chinese food. The spciy chicken, the BBQ wings were delicious. The veggies fried like a true Chinese restaurant. There's also Wang lao chi, duo jia bao herbal tea. Must try if you want authentic Chinese. The noodles were alright. But everything else was just wonderful. They take cash and debit/credit card at a 2.5-3.5% surcharge
Natalie
Apr 24,2025
The bad reviews are hilarious! People have no idea what good Chinese food is really like. This is like being back in China, incredibly authentic. Can’t wait to come back!!
Guo Yan
Apr 22,2025
Very authentic food. The atmosphere is not a typical western people’s style but the intention is to focus on food. Simpler the better. Could be a long wait as the demand is high. I highly recommend 泡椒鸡胗
Ella Pan
Mar 31,2025
Ordered on Ubereat. Fresh, authentic tasting. Highly recommend for Mexico City!
Yenni Wu
Mar 14,2025
Hi I’m Chinese if you are looking for real yummy authentic chinese food you’ve come to the right place! We ordered seaweed salad appetizer, suan chai fish, cauliflower it was all super delicious albeit a bit too spicy for my palate but it was so so good. Their app order system was great super easy and efficient just like ordering food in China. The only thing I didn’t like was the price , too expensive
Jake Wong
Mar 7,2025
This is the best Chinese restaurant in town. The taste is so authentic that I feel like eating back in China. They have a large variety of dishes which can accommodate vegetarian needs.
Reviews For YI PIN JU