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Red Sorghum 夜宴

28-03 Jackson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101, United States · United States

★ 4.5 on Google · 1,346 reviews · View on Google Maps

Manipulation score

Likely Manipulated

Completed Nov 4, 2026 · 401 reviews flagged

How this score works

The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.

Burst
— an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
Low activity account
— the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
Duplicate text
— the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.

Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →

Case conclusion

What the numbers say

998 reviews examined

Google rating
4.5★

All reviews shown by Google

Not-flagged average
4.3★

597 examined reviews

Flagged
40%

401 of 998

Coverage
74%

998 of 1,346 Google reviews

“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Nov 4, 2026.

Review brief

What reviews not flagged by Revdict say

Red Sorghum in Long Island City offers a visually striking, vintage-inspired atmosphere paired with an extensive menu of Hunan and Sichuan dishes and creative cocktails. While many reviewers praise the bold flavors, quick service, and beautiful decor, others report inconsistent seasoning, high prices, and occasional service missteps.

+ Repeated strengths

Ambience and Decor

Reviewers frequently highlight the restaurant's stunning interior, beautiful decor, and overall great vibe.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2024-10-12

Suuuuper cute place and very authentic. We had the jue jue chicken, which was super juicy and tender. We also had the braised pork with quail eggs and Chinese water spinach. All of them were so so so good. I hate fat and I usually never eat...

5★ · 2026-07-26

Wow! Went to an amazing birthday dinner!! Food and atmosphere were great! We weren’t rushed and the atmosphere was so nice! The wait staff was amazing!!!!!

Flavorful Food

Many diners enjoy the tasty, authentic, and well-seasoned regional Chinese dishes and popular options like the lucky coin tofu and braised pork.

2 supporting reviews

5★ · 2024-10-12

Suuuuper cute place and very authentic. We had the jue jue chicken, which was super juicy and tender. We also had the braised pork with quail eggs and Chinese water spinach. All of them were so so so good. I hate fat and I usually never eat...

5★ · 2026-10-09

We had Chairman’s pork belly, cucumber salad, Xiao long bao, Chengdu Dan Dan mien were all excellent. Flavors are authentic so I highly recommend. Shirley our server was very attentive!

Cocktails

Reviewers often praise the inventive cocktail program and unique baijiu-based drink selections.

3 supporting reviews

5★ · 2024-10-13

Pretty authentic flavors, would definitely come back. Cocktail program is also immaculate.

5★ · 2024-10-27

All things considered, this was delicious and awesome food; unexpectedly great drinks too BUT just be aware Baiju drinks hit differently. They're so deliciously made you'll want many drinks. Just didn't go overboard.

5★ · 2026-06-04

Great spot for delicious Chinese food! I sat at the bar (shoutout to the bartender Kevin for amazing service!) & started off with the baijiu flight. I’ve never had it before so he was kind enough to walk me through the different aromas & ta...

− Repeated complaints

Overly Salty or Inconsistent Seasoning

Several reviewers report that dishes can occasionally taste overwhelmingly salty or heavy-handed on the seasoning.

3 supporting reviews

3★ · 2024-10-30

The atmosphere was nice, but one of the waitresses was impatient when taking our order and even handed us the bill without asking. I ordered a Yuan Yang cocktail, which tasted like plum herbal tea. Overall, the food was very salty and not a...

1★ · 2026-01-24

This place used to be my go-to Chinese spot in LIC, but today’s visit was absolutely disappointing. I ordered a couple of dishes that I usually get, so I know how they’re supposed to taste. When the food arrived, I realized I couldn’t finis...

2★ · 2025-12-29

We went to this restaurant for Christmas dinner and were beyond disappointed. My mom and I ordered the Mala Pot (Dry) for two, which came out extremely salty and completely inedible. I almost never complain, as I truly enjoy all kinds of fo...

Service and Pacing Issues

Some guests note that service can feel rushed, inattentive, or uneven depending on how busy the restaurant is.

2 supporting reviews

1★ · 2024-10-19

Food is good but service is lacking. Came and got the lunch special for party of 4, mixture of vegetation and pork. When we asked the waiter for reccomendations they weren't very warm, didn't make reccomendations, and just pointed us to th...

3★ · 2025-07-20

Food has gone downhill in recent months after menu change. Lunch special used to have a great date and meatball soup now just a sweet and sour soup. The yellow beef used to be nice big velveted pieces of beef but now it’s just small dry pie...

Pricing

A number of patrons mention that certain items feel steep or overpriced for the portion sizes and quality delivered.

3 supporting reviews

4★ · 2024-10-15

The food was great, really got the taste right. Definitely a place to check out if you’re in the neighborhood. They have great cocktails also. The price is a little steep for what they offer but it is worth trying

2★ · 2024-10-17

Tiny tables, way too overpriced food. Very mediocre flavors.

3★ · 2026-04-27

The place is aesthetically beautiful. I just had issues with the food and the pricing. Firstly, the cocktail and beer prices are ridiculous. $11 dollar for a tsingtao beer. cocktails are all very pricey, i believe the most expensive one...

Good for

  • Date nights
  • Group dinners with private room options
  • Cocktail enthusiasts looking for baijiu drinks

Avoid if

  • You are sensitive to very salty or heavy seasoning
  • You are seeking a quiet, slow-paced dining experience without feeling rushed
Summarized from 505 text reviews not flagged by Revdict · 2024-10-05 to 2026-10-18 · Summaries can miss context; open the supporting reviews before deciding.

Review anatomy

Reviews per month

Reviews per month, total and flagged
MonthReviewsFlagged
Oct ’24283
Nov ’243513
Dec ’24249
Jan ’254123
Feb ’254022
Mar ’25130
Apr ’25130
May ’25232
Jun ’25202
Jul ’25242
Aug ’257640
Sep ’255112
Oct ’255128
Nov ’2510443
Dec ’25569
Jan ’267741
Feb ’26255
Mar ’263521
Apr ’26183
May ’262411
Jun ’265227
Jul ’266042
Aug ’264519
Sep ’26191
Oct ’264423

Rating distribution

5★
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3★
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1★

Evidence

  • burst 24 occurrences — worst: 24 five-star reviews on 2026-06-27 vs avg 0.8/day
    Show all 24
    • 11 five-star reviews on 2024-11-11 vs avg 1.0/day
    • 6 five-star reviews on 2024-12-07 vs avg 1.2/day
    • 5 five-star reviews on 2025-01-25 vs avg 0.5/day
    • 11 five-star reviews on 2025-01-30 vs avg 0.8/day
    • 19 five-star reviews on 2025-02-09 vs avg 1.6/day
    • 17 five-star reviews on 2025-08-15 vs avg 0.7/day
    • 10 five-star reviews on 2025-08-17 vs avg 1.3/day
    • 10 five-star reviews on 2025-10-24 vs avg 0.4/day
    • 15 five-star reviews on 2025-10-25 vs avg 0.7/day
    • 12 five-star reviews on 2025-11-08 vs avg 1.9/day
    • 16 five-star reviews on 2025-11-27 vs avg 2.6/day
    • 14 five-star reviews on 2026-01-01 vs avg 1.9/day
    • 17 five-star reviews on 2026-01-02 vs avg 2.4/day
    • 7 five-star reviews on 2026-03-22 vs avg 0.6/day
    • 5 five-star reviews on 2026-03-28 vs avg 0.9/day
    • 7 five-star reviews on 2026-03-29 vs avg 1.0/day
    • 8 five-star reviews on 2026-05-17 vs avg 0.6/day
    • 24 five-star reviews on 2026-06-27 vs avg 0.8/day
    • 14 five-star reviews on 2026-07-12 vs avg 1.6/day
    • 13 five-star reviews on 2026-07-18 vs avg 2.2/day
    • 15 five-star reviews on 2026-08-02 vs avg 2.0/day
    • 5 five-star reviews on 2026-10-01 vs avg 0.6/day
    • 6 five-star reviews on 2026-10-10 vs avg 1.0/day
    • 8 five-star reviews on 2026-10-16 vs avg 1.3/day
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  • review drive 12 five-star reviews on 2026-07-17 vs avg 1.8/day, 6 of them name a staff member weight 0.5
  • low activity account 185 reviews flagged weight 0.8
  • duplicate text 2 reviews flagged weight 0.9

Flagged reviews

Exhibit — 2 reviews, near-identical wording

The Baijiu here is so very good! The foods are also great. The waiters and waitresses are also very friendly.Loved it!
  • Jacky Q ★★★★★ 2025-08-30 suspicion 100
  • Junyuan Si ★★★★★ 2025-08-30 suspicion 90

Showing the 10 most suspicious of 399 remaining flagged reviews.

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Joe Kim

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-08-02

Food was delicious!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
Pik-Tone Fung profile photo

Pik-Tone Fung

1 review

★★★★★

2026-08-02

Great meal
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Sopheeah Detine

2 reviews

★★★★★

2026-10-01

Absolutely delicious! Everything we ordered was packed with flavor, but the dry hot pot was the standout—spicy, savory, and loaded with perfectly cooked ingredients. The garlic eggplant was also incredible: tender, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. You can really tell the food is made with care an...
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Bren Skomsvold

1 review

★★★★★

2026-10-01

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Mary Meier

1 review

★★★★★

2026-10-10

We love it here. We recommend the dry pot and the mapo tofu!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Hinali Shah

1 review

★★★★★

2026-10-16

Came here for lunch and everything we ordered was delicious! Will be coming back soon!
burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Kathi Schaeffer

1 review

★★★★★

2024-12-07

burst low activity account suspicion 95
Charlie Rosen profile photo

Charlie Rosen

2 reviews

★★★★★

2024-12-07

burst low activity account suspicion 95
Sam Rosen profile photo

Sam Rosen

1 review

★★★★★

2024-12-07

burst low activity account suspicion 95
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Lydia A

1 review

★★★★★

2024-12-07

burst low activity account suspicion 95

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