At this Chestnut Hill landmark, the "inventive" Mandarin-French menu is "full of surprises" and "always excellent", backed by "creative drinks" and served by a "wonderful" staff; some are put off by the "noise level" in the "upscale" digs, but most regard it as a "place to remember."
Operations may be disrupted due to COVID-19. Be sure to contact the restaurant to find out its current status and offerings.CinCin Restaurant Review:
Michael Wei, owner of Yangming in Bryn Mawr and a partner at Nectar in Berwyn, delivers much appreciated upscale Chinese cuisine to the northern Philly neighborhood of Chestnut Hill. Dark wood accents and etched glass panels enhance this tasteful spot, with forgiving lighting and soft music. Have a cocktail, and enjoy the crab meat and asparagus salad with jícama, red onions, red pepper, Thai...
Refined Chinese food with a dash of Gallic panache in serene, distinctly upscale surroundings.:
In Short
CinCin's bland outside gives way to a peach-and-teal interior that's still attractive but decidedly ready for a redo. Low ceilings, oak paneling and a pared-down sensibility lend... Pros + nice atmosphere Cons - crowded