Surprise, surprise—New York is big! Being one of the biggest cities in the world with a diverse population, it is no surprise that you will find a diverse range of culinary cuisine catering to everyone’s needs. And if you have been on a hunt to find a great Chinese restaurant when you are heading to New York or are in the city, know that your woes are heard and we are here to guide you with the best. You will find casual Sichuan restaurants like Hwan Yuan or fast-food joints like Wah Fung No 1. There are plenty of Chinese restaurants that will satisfy you with impeccable food. Below, you will find some top picks for the best Chinese restaurants in New York City.
1. Wo Hop
Chinatown’s second oldest restaurant, Wo Hop was founded in 1938 and serves up classic Chinese-American dishes from the menu. As you enter this restaurant, don’t be surprised when the waiters’ blue shop coats grab your sight. As the times have progressed so has the restaurant. Wo Hop today serves notably healthy foods (rich in vegetables and low in grease), and famous dishes including chow mein, egg fu yung, and many more.
Wo Hop
Address: 17 Mott St, New York, NY 10013, USA
Website: Wo Hop
Opening hours: 10:30am - 4:30pm (daily)
2. Big Wong
Posted by Big Wong Restaurant on Saturday, 28 January 2017
If you are looking for top-notch versions of Cantonese food, your search ends here! Big Wong is a one-stop restaurant to gobble up on a warm bowl of congee that is topped with a roasted duck or salted pork and chopped thousand-year egg and is best accompanied with fried culler for dips. A breakfast haven for many, they also serve excellent steamed rice crepe sprinkled with tiny dried shrimp, scallions, and soy sauce. Although this is undoubtedly a great Chinese restaurant, the friendly service sets this restaurant a class apart.
Big Wong
Address: 67 Mott St, New York, NY 10013, USA
Website: Big Wong
Opening hours: 7am - 11pm (daily)
3. Hwa Yuan Szechuan
Hwa Yuan has been fulfilling its promise to serve its customers with fresh and finest quality Chinese food for years...
Posted by Hwa Yuan 華園 on Sunday, 7 July 2019
Taste the real traditional China food with a modern twist at Hwa Yuan, a brainchild of the legendary Chef Shorty Tang. Reopened after 30 years in the making by Chef Shorty Tang’s son Chef Chen Lien Tang, Hwa Yuan brings the very best of fine dining and “Sichuan-world” cuisine to NYC with dishes including the classic cold sesame noodles, Peking duck, xiao long bao, and dumplings. Be prepared for the nostalgia to hit hard when you taste the authenticity of the cuisine re-perfected by Chef Chen Lien Tang.
Hwa Yuan Szechuan
Address: 42 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
Website: Hwa Yuan Szechuan
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 10:30pm; Fri - Sun: 12pm - 11pm
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4. Kungfu Kitchen
Wonton can be originated to Han Dynasty,and it is a type of dumplings commonly found across the country today. Kung Fu...
Posted by Kungfu Kitchen on Friday, 28 June 2019
Devour the best and the most authentic Chinese food in New York City at Kungfu Kitchen. Serving what have been voted as New York’s best steamed buns and hand-pulled noodles, this restaurant takes you on a tasteful journey with other prominent dishes such as dim sum, chilled plates, breakfast, and desserts from different regions of China.
Kungfu Kitchen
Address: 610 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
Website: Kungfu Kitchen
Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 10am - 11pm; Fri - Sun: 8am - 11pm
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Hiram Jacobs
I am a licensed New York City Department of Consumer Affairs Tour Guide and a native New Yorker. Over the years, I acquired considerable experience organizing solo tours of the major European and East European capitals of the world, Canada's largest cities and Australia's most popular cities, Washington, DC, Atlanta, New Orleans, and San Francisco. During my international travels, I participated in tours organized by private tour companies to China, Russia, South America, India, the Canadian Rockies, Israel, Japan's major cities; USA: Alaska, Arizona and Utah's scenic national National Parks . I received my Master of Arts in Political Science (Urban Administration) from the State University of New York, College at Brockport, Brockport, New York in 1978. Since my recent retirement from the MTA, New York City Transit Authority, after 39 years of service as an Associate Transit Management Analyst, I hope to share with my fellow Travelers my observations, insights and personal experiences relating to Manhattan’s iconic neighborhoods, landmarks and popular attractions that make New York City such a vibrant and dynamic city to visit. I will strive to make your New York City Experience memorable. Tour Cancellations - Please provide at least 24 hours notice prior to the tour date in order to cancel your booking and to receive a full refund.
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5. Wah Fung Fast Food
Posted by Wah Fung No 1 華豐快餐店 on Wednesday, 25 October 2017
Don’t like to wait 20 to 30 minutes for your Chinese food? Then head to Wah Fung Fast Food right away! One of the affordable and authentic eateries in Chinatown, Wah Fung Fast Food is renowned for their ever-famous roasted pork or roasted duck. Other than the crowd favorites, they also serve some tasty noodles, fried rice, and stir-fried vegetables. This is one such which provides comfort food in the big city. But do try getting there a bit earlier if you want to avoid the long lines.
Wah Fung Fast Food
Address: 79 Chrystie St, New York, NY 10002, USA
Website: Wah Fung Fast Food
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 9am -7pm (closed on Mon)
6. RedFarm
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Posted by RedFarm on Friday, 13 October 2017
Another high-end Chinese restaurant on the block, RedFarm serves some of the most innovative Chinese dishes in town. Presenting the dishes in a whimsical and a playful manner, this restaurant is indeed a game-changer. Its Pac-Man ghost dumplings with the sesame seed eyes and Katz’s pastrami egg roll reign as the crowd favorites. As the restaurant doesn’t take any reservations, try to get there early to grab a table.
RedFarm
Address: 529 Hudson St, New York, NY 10014, USA
Website: RedFarm
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 5pm - 11:30pm; Sat - Sun: 11am - 2:30pm, 5pm - 11:30pm
7. Hakkasan
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Posted by Hakkasan New York on Wednesday, 3 July 2019
As lavish as it looks, Hakkasan serves delicious food that will blow your mind! This London-based chain is renowned for their Peking duck dish, which you won’t find anywhere else. And, if you are in the mood to flaunt a little or would like to impress your guests, bring them here and see them grin ear-to-ear. Try their dim sum platters and the Hakka noodle.
Hakkasan
Address: 311 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036, USA
Website: Hakkasan
Opening hours: 11:30am - 2:30pm, 4:30pm - 10:30pm (daily)
8. Shanghai 21
When Chinese food cravings king in, Shanghai 21 definitely must be on your go-to list. Specializing in delicious foods such as Shanghai-style lo mein with chicken, Shanghai-style lo mein with pork, and Shanghai-style lo mein with beef, the restaurant prepares all their dishes with the freshest ingredients sourced locally. Grab a table with your beloved or your family and friends to enjoy great food with equally eye-pleasing décor in the city.
Shanghai 21
Address: 21 Mott St, New York, NY 10013, USA
Website: Shanghai 21
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 11pm; Sun: 11am - 9:30pm
9. Decoy
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Posted by Decoy on Wednesday, 31 May 2017
Don’t be fooled by its name. Decoy has a chain of restaurants across the city and is a value-for-money place for the best served food in town. If your love for cooked birds knows no bounds, this is your place to be! Eddie Schoenfeld and his chef partner, Joe Ng prepares their 25 ducks perfectly every day, which will leave you wanting for more. But also keep your eyes out for homemade hoisin and their incredible pancakes.
Decoy
Address: 529-½ Hudson St, New York, NY 10014, United States
Website: Decoy
Opening hours: 5am - 11pm (daily)
10. Deluxe Green Bo
New Year's resolution: Eat more dumplings.
Posted by Deluxe Green Bo Restaurant on Sunday, 1 January 2017
You will find Chinese cuisine being served everywhere around the world but if you are looking for some of the best dumplings, pan fried noodles or chow mein in the world, you will find them here at Deluxe Green Bo! Instead of making your way to Asia to taste the cuisine, you can sit down at this restaurant and eat up the tasty food without spending a fortune for the plane tickets. Save your trip to Asia for another day and have a feast at Deluxe Green Bo. This Chinese restaurant boasts over 100 varieties of food in their menu and all of them are prepared with high-quality, fresh ingredients.
Deluxe Green Bo
Address: 66 Bayard St, New York, NY 10013, USA
Website: Deluxe Green Bo
Opening hours: Sun - Thu: 11am - 10:30pm; Fri - Sat: 11am - 11pm
Taste the best of China in New York City
There may be many great restaurants in New York City but there can be only few authentic and incredible Chinese restaurants that will satiate your taste buds and your soul. And we hope this guide helped you with the next best restaurant to go to when you crave for some Chinese cuisine. Go ahead and satisfy your cravings. You can thank us later!
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