50 Best Chinese Restaurants in New York

“Great oyster mushroom and rice rolls“

“Hands down probably the best Chinese food in the city. I could eat here everyday.“

“It's easy to put labels like fusion or new asian American it's different when you see and taste and feel what it all means, and that's what I found out in my first bite. It's either scallion pancake elevates into French pastry, or tartare acts like dumplings, something different but they also feel they should be together for a long time. It's a magical flavor.“

“authentic! great presentations and great flavors“

“Gotta be the best Carrot Dish ever! JP helped us pair the wine. Riesling with Carrot, of course. Great evening with inventive cuisine. One surprise after the next. Lobster dish was the highlight of the evening.“

“One of the best fish/seafood meals I’ve had in NYC at Fulton Fish. Thankfully small menu. Superb service. Afterward, we perused the other places in this beautifully laid-out building. You can’t miss!“

“I had my birthday dinner party here and it was exceptional- food to service. Perfect and worth every penny to have a party here! Highly recommend!“

“Undoubtedly one of the best Chinese food I've ever had in all of NYC and also while traveling. We had a pretty big portion of spicy chicken plate with curry and handpulled noodles, steamed vegetarian dumplings and another plate of grilled pepper chicken with rice. The taste was straight out of China/India, great spices and blend. Super delicious and felt like home food.The prices are also very affordable, considering the portions were really big. Highly recommend if you're in Manhattan/NYC Chinatown area.In the daytime the place is not so crowded but my friend told me that peak hours can be crazy with long queues - so keep in mind. Also: only cash!Vegetarian options: Steamed Vegetarian dumplings“

“This place originated from humble beginnings as a small struggling food cart. Their food is legendary among the locals and did well enough for them to eventually open this store.On to the food - still as good as I remembered from my youth. I love to order a mix of beef tripe with rice noodles. Delicious and will definitely go again.“

“The most amazing good, fresh Chinese food. l Loved the BBQ pork, duck and trio of seafood with pan fried noodles. Next time trying g salted fish, oyster casserole, the whole menu! Family friendly and kid friendly.“

“Great atmosphere. Great ambiance.“

“my daughter in law were in Manhattan for the day and we stopped in for lunch...it was a great experience from start to finish...I ordered the bass with hot bean sauce...it was Perfect! everyone was very polite and attentive, will definitely come back again...nice job gentlemen“

“Chicken, duck, pork, rice and cabbage—oh my. Super tasty. Out does everyone in the zip code. No exaggeration.“

“Generally I give the total five star to this restaurant considering its flavor, service and environment. The steamed pot chicken soup is super good I will definitely choose this every time, on top of that I like sugar cake and highly recommend it. Besides, tomato beef soup, Dai style stir fried beef are also nice to try.“

“Amazing food and great service with reasonable prices“

“Ottimo ristorante di Ramen (giapponese e non quello "tarocco" o fatto con quello istantaneo del supermercato) che offre anche una fantastica selezione di ravioli. Prezzi tutto sommato accettabili per la media della città e acqua gratuita. Posto piccolo, accogliente, staff cordiale e velocissimo. Porzioni corpose quindi ordinate con cautela o non riuscirete a finire tutto.“

“Another NYC Chinese restaurant experience from 2023-2024 and I came to the conclusion for the post-Covid era: decent food quality, unique cuisine family (somehow we chose Beijing cuisine), comparable ratings (cannot decide which one is better), and at much higher price.“

“Relatively new places, launched by a Chinatown local. You will come across this place through a keyword search for “Cantonese”. Don’t be disappointed if you don’t get the flavors as if you were in Sai Ying Pun. Dishes are Americanized to tailor to the locals. And yes, “general Tso’s chicken” has its honorable place on the menu. And yes, it is amazing. All dishes are amazing. No wonder there is a huge line to get a table. There hasn’t been a single smile coming out of any of staff members, but it’s ok. Food quality and atmosphere overshadow particularities of one’s hard day at work.“

“Got the munchies? Want to satisfy it quickly and cheaply? This spot is for you. It is quick and cheap. Food is also fresh. People are going in and out so food won't get stale. The food is also tasty. They even have veggies for people who don't eat meat. If you're a straight up vegetarian then try the plain congee and the cilantro roll. Excellent! They also do custom orders. If straight up cilantro rice rolls is too plain, you can add egg, roast pork, or shrimp to spice it up. To skip the line, call the number so you'll be in and out.Vegetarian options: Cilantro rice roll, plain congeeParking: As you enter Elizabeth street from Canal Street, there is a parking garage 50 feet from the turn from Canal Street.“

“Great prices for delicious food. I see why Guy Fieri has come here three times. The noodles are perfectly imperfect and the flavors are spot on. The only questionable thing about the place is that the duck is served bone-in which brought down my wife's enjoyment of her dish“

“tried the salty Duck egg fried rice with shrimp and it was full of flavor. must try!“

“Quite easily the most hole in the wall place I've ever been to, but I'm glad I went.First, it was a complete NIGHTMARE to find. This entire street confused Google maps so badly because it pinpointed me as "arrived" when I was across the street, which led me to entering the wrong building and exploring the sketchy basement of THAT building instead (where I found obscure massage parlors, dimly lit winding halls, and sketchy boarded up rooms). After asking around, unnecessarily being guided through through a hidden grocery store in the back of the wrong shopping center (across the street), then exploring a different basement, I found myself on the street once more and was able to find the ACTUAL mall I was supposed to enter in the first place.Secondly, not to sugar coat things, the actual place was a complete nightmare as well. Lights flickering, boarded up abandoned shops, OPERATING shops, employees standing around like zombies, and of course.. even more sketchy winding hallways.Nevertheless, I preserved and found my way to the basement where I FINALLY found the place. The strong smell of cigarette smoke and grease/oil was intoxicating, but I really wanted to try out this alleged "best hidden gem" and I'm glad I did. The steamed buns were fantastic! There was enough filling and the buns were cooked perfectly. Though I only ordered the steamed buns, I'm sure the rest of the food would've been great. I understand why people rave about this place, I only wish it was a little easier to find (and less scary to get there). If you're a lone female, don't try to go late in the day or try to go with a friend. When I went, there was a group of guys standing out front eyeing me and it definitely didn't feel safe. Nothing happened, but always good to be aware of your surroundings and not get caught in a place you're unfamiliar with.Be safe and enjoy your food!“

“my partner and I love these noodles so much, we still make weekly Harlem trips to eat them, after moving to Queens. This was the meal we ate after we got engaged. These noodles literally brought love to my life.Vegetarian options: Great vegetarian options, including seitan and delicious dumplings!“

“Amazing authentic Malaysian restaurant. They had all the popular dishes including kueh teow, chicken rice, and nasi lemak. I ordered the seafood kueh teow and it tasted just like how it is in Malaysia. The noodles were a bit bigger than traditional but the taste was spot on. My favorite part was the dessert. They had traditional cendol and abc We got a nice window seat. The place was clean and the service was very fast. Very affordable with prices landing around $11-14 per dish. Wide drink menu variety. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting malaysian food.Pictured: nasi lemak, seafood kueh teow, abc, and cendol“

“Silky smooth rice noodle rolls and good HK style milk tea! They also have congee. Definitely a good comfort food joint!“

“The food was super fresh and delicious! Service was great and my husband had one of the most interesting cocktails I’ve ever tasted! Reasonable prices as well.“

“Authentic Cantonese styled food. Some of the best congee and e-noodles I’ve had in NY. Congee texture is terrific, flavorful and nicely cooked. Food portions are great and prices reasonable. Good service but recommend calling for reservations or getting there early during dinner hours.Parking: Closest subway stop is Delancey on the J line.“

“My favorite Chinese restaurant I've ever visited, I love the staff here and their food is the real deal. I come back often for dinner and I am never disappointed with their great bargains especially on groupon. They aren't always perfect especially when they are busy but if you ask they will always accommodate you. Thank you to the chefs that are working hard in the back and to those in the front of house that make the corner such a great place to visit.Also, the SHREDDED BEEF is the best appetizer!“

“Hands down probably the best Chinese food in the city. I could eat here everyday.“

“Very authentic beef noodles and Lo Ba Bung(braised pork over rice). And they also serve Taiwan Beer!!!!“

“This branch of Samwaigo is in the Mott Street Eatery so the atmosphere is more 'Chinatown Food Court' but the dumplings are really delicious. Sometimes they can take a few minutes, so keep that in mind - I think the longest I've had to wait for an order is 20 minutes.My favorites are the pork and chive and the chicken and I usually get them pan fried but there is also the option of boiled.“

“AMAZING authentic Cantonese foodYour parents, relatives and family friends will definitely approveSave 4% when paying in cashMust try:Salt & Pepper Sable FishSalt and pepper mandarin fishJade Tofu w. Assorted MushroomThree Mushrooms Braised Tamago TofuDouble Delight w. Macadamia Nut & Cashew NutFlavored Fruit King Stir-fried Double Ding“

“It was a really nice experience with all of my friends last night. We went out as a group of six and made a reservation ahead of time. I like that the menu was on the phone and so that we could continuously see the menu so that we could keep ordering food when we wanted to. I love the all you can eat, and some of the little special items on the menu or a great addition as well. It was really busy but the ambience was nice. I’ve been to the one in Brooklyn and now I’ve been to the one in Chinatown Manhattan and both experiences were really great and I enjoyed both times out.“

“This is old Chinatown! No frills lunch counter, cash only, delicious food. Came here for a Sunday comedy show which was great. During the week this is a regular breakfast and lunch counter where OG neighborhood folk come for authentic, cheap quick bites. They are embracing these special events now too to keep up with rising rents.The sauteed cauliflower and the salted chicken were so incredibly delicious. The congee was extra tasty. Bao and dumplings were so good too. I need to come back again. Hope Mee Sum stays for a long time“

“I can’t say enough good things about my experience here. The food and drinks were all amazing, the vibes are great, and the staff is friendly and helpful.The food is a marriage between Chinese and North Carolina cuisine, and they do it impressively. The dishes are inventive and exciting, and everything I ate was so flavorful and complex.The menu features a wide array of cocktails that are categorized by the flavor profile. I went with 2 spicy, a sour, and a glass of sparkling wine and they were all great. The staff gave me a sample of their in-house milk punch which was done so well.The bartender, Lindsay, knew exactly what I would like when I described my preferences. She made every cocktail well balanced and delicious, and all of her food recommendations were spot on for what I like.The vibes are lovely, featuring an intimate dining room with bar seating as well. The choices made on furniture and decor were chic and balanced, and the color palate of the interior suits the overall experience very well.Menu Highlights:Food:Oysters (dressed so well)Razor clams (my favorite small bite)Scallop crudoCornbreadCollard greensMini lobster roll (so unique)Long beansHot fried skate (best item I ate all night)For dessert Lindsay shared with me a staff secret. The hush puppy waffle topped with apple cider vinegar ice cream. The PERFECT medley of sweet and savory.Drinks:Feisty Monkey King (my perfect cocktail 10/10)Spicy Cocktail No. 1Bayard Street (a fantastic take on a whisky sour)“

“food wise, everything is p affordable and avg here. outside of bbq, their other dishes on the menu can be a bit more expensive than the avg in this neighborhood tho. skins on bbq a bit soggy, altho they do heat it up for u at leastStaff are rly generous abt giving extra sauces if youre dining in and they follow good practices in g. I often see homeless ppl sleep in their shed/large outdoor seating area overnight and in the mornings even as they’re setting it up for opening“

“Ordered takeout, didn’t eat in. Fantastic and very authentic. Here’s a tip, if they have jellyfish on the menu, it’s a real Chinese restaurant. And if you’ve never have jellyfish, just remember, at one time sushi was new and nobody in NY would eat raw fish … until they tried it. So try the jellyfish.“

“My friend and I were waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant, and we were starving. We found this place, and I ordered the chives and pork fried dumplings. The dumplings were so delicious! This place is cash only and it's just a small take out place. The prices were beyond cheap, and the service was very fast.“

“The skewers weren't too spicy when eating them but definitely leaves a numbing feeling after. My favorite was the pork skewers. The chicken hearts imo weren't as fresh as I'd like them, but my fiance said they were good.Me and my fiance found this place on Google maps. People had posted that the couple who runs the cart opens at 5pm. We went on a Sunday and they were running a little late. They got there around 5:30pm but was able to get the cart up and running fairly quickly so we didn't have to wait long after they put the food on. It's cash only.“

“I used to eat here when it was under a different name. After the recent renovation, I decided to try it again. The food, mostly mid-southern Chinese food from Zhejiang/Shanghai, was authentic and tasted good. One exception was the hot and sour soup, too salty. Service was good. New setting/decor is modern and trendy.“

“Unique Hong Kong style cafe food, delicious indeed.“

“Last week two coworkers and I got food in Chinatown. It was a cost effective and we decided to do it again. Basically I was like “Jess do you wanna get dinner” and Qais was like ?☝️ ?? and I was like TieOneKneesPorkchopHouse? I’m down.This is called Taiwan PORK CHOP House so you can guess what I ordered. That’s right, Thai Sausage with rice.The food here is good and makes up for the fact that the best conversation you can make is “what were you like 10 years ago.” And when you’re full, your friends will make you taste the Taro ice thing, which is, in their words, “goop.”4/5: Decent spot to check out for $10-15“

“Pig Heaven on the Upper East Side is a treasure trove for lovers of Chinese cuisine. This cozy spot combines inviting ambiance with a menu that delights the palate. Known for its impeccable BBQ spare ribs, each bite is a symphony of flavor and tenderness. The crispy roast pork is another favorite, boasting a perfect balance of savory and sweet.Top Recommendations:1. BBQ Spare Ribs - Tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor.2. Cantonese Roast Duck - Crispy skin and succulent meat served with wraps.3. General Tso’s Chicken - Crispy chicken in a tangy, spicy sauce.4. Wonton Soup - A comforting classic with delicate, flavorful dumplings.5. Soup Dumplings - Steamed to perfection, these dumplings are a must-try.The service at Pig Heaven is exceptional, with staff that make you feel like family. Mandy, often referred to as “the mayor,” ensures everyone is greeted warmly and taken care of attentively. The decor is simple yet charming, making it a comfortable setting for any dining occasion.In summary, Pig Heaven stands out for its consistently delicious dishes, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere. It’s a perfect spot for anyone seeking high-quality Chinese cuisine in New York City“

“The food was great but the service was a bit off - It seems they have some service kinks to work out. There were several miscommunications while ordering and then during the meal I had several missed calls - when I finally answered it was the restaurant asking if I was still coming for my reservation. I informed her that I had in fact checked in and was already on my second course and they were somehow still confused. It was all very strange.“

“Heard lots of good things from my friends about Bo Ky. Finally tried it last weekend. My friend and I got 1/4 duck (comes in pretty big serving and is my favorite!), beef noodle soup, mixed pork intestines and Chinese broccoli. Everything tastes great and the serving size is really big for such an affordable price. 100% recommend! (They take cash only)“

“Great experience! Excellent food! Wonderful services!“

“I stopped into Chinatown with one thing on my mind, steamed dumplings! I have watched enough videos on Shu Jiao Fu Zhou to know it would be silly to not try either their steamed pork and chive dumplings or the peanut butter noodles. I wasn't really feeling noodles so I stuck with my gut feeling of the steamed pork and chive dumplings. It's not the biggest inside but there is still a good amount of seating. The ladies working the register and kitchen are moving fairly quickly so I didn't find myself waiting too long either. I took mine to go because seating was scarce and ended up walking and eating. It was a little harder to enjoy them this way, and I was also inhaling them like a dyson so that didn't help. Regardless, they were steamed perfectly and the flavor was spot on. The prices are super reasonable ($4.50 for 10 dumplings) and also make sure to bring cash as it's cash only!“

“Excellent option in Chinatown to try some of the most emblematic dishes of this cuisine, it is delicious, very fresh, good service and the price-quality ratio is very good. We tried the duck, shrimp fried rice, fried dumplings and the chicken in sweet and sour sauce and everything was delicious.“

“The most important thing about a restaurant is…. The Food. And there is absolutely no complaining there! Fairly priced, tasty, a lot of Asians in the restaurant (which is always a good sign), and overall a good experience. I will be back!!!“

“If you're searching for a dining experience that transcends the ordinary, look no further than PF Changs! From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was enveloped in an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality. The ambiance was both inviting and elegant, setting the stage for an unforgettable meal.But what truly set this experience apart was the exceptional service provided by bartenders Quenta and Danny. Their professionalism and attentiveness elevated my visit to new heights. Their mastery of mixology was evident in every cocktail they crafted, each one a masterpiece of flavor and presentation. Their genuine enthusiasm and friendly demeanor added an extra layer of enjoyment to the evening.I must also commend Giussepe, the manager, for his excellence and attentiveness. He ensured that every aspect of our dining experience was nothing short of perfection. His dedication to customer satisfaction was evident throughout the evening, and his presence only enhanced an already stellar experience.In summary, PF Changs, with its outstanding service and delectable cuisine, earns a perfect 10/10 in my book. Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner for two or a memorable night out with friends, this establishment is sure to exceed your expectations. Don't hesitate to pay them a visit—you won't be disappointed!“