Boston Jiangnan | Crab rice is delicious

🍚 Jiangnan (Boston): A Mixed Bag of Cantonese Classics—Pretty, but Pricy Finally tried Boston’s Jiangnan, months after it opened—and it’s still busy. Arrived at 5 PM on a Friday, and the place was nearly full. The food? Decent, but with flaws that keep it from being great. For ~$75 per person, the value feels lacking—especially with small portions and hit-or-miss execution. 🦀 The Highlight Stir-Fried Hand-Picked Crab Roe ($29.95): 🥢 The standout. Served with a bowl of rice, which the server mixes tableside with the rich, briny crab roe. A small dish of vinegar cuts the richness—smart and satisfying. The crab flavor is bright, and the texture’s luxurious. Worth ordering, even at the price. 🦆 The Meh Peking Duck (Half) ($46): 🦆 The pancakes are good—thin and fresh. But the duck? The skin and fat aren’t separated, so each bite feels greasy. Worse, most skin sits under the meat, turning soggy by the time you dig in. It’s “fine” by Boston standards—middle-of-the-road, not memorable. 🐟 The Letdown Squirrel Fish ($45.95) : 🐠 My friend—who knows her (squirrel-shaped mandarin fish)—was unimpressed. The fish is over-fried, dry, and the sauce? Just straight ketchup, no depth. I found it “edible,” but for $46? Underwhelming. ✨ The Verdict Jiangnan’s plating is nicer than most Boston Chinese spots—sleek, modern—but the details feel rushed. Small portions, inconsistent execution, and high prices make it hard to recommend. Here’s hoping Boston’s Chinese restaurants step up their game soon. 📍 Jiangnan 177 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02111 #BostonChineseFood #MixedReviews #HighHopes