The $9 lunch special grabbed our attention but the Cantonese lobster 🦞 looked too good to pass up. We ate every bite. Cooked perfectly and cracked beautifully so we enjoyed every morsel. Absolutely delicious.

My mother and I decided to have Christmas lunch at Hop Lee. The restaurant has been a family favorite for a while, and once again, it did not disappoint. The wait staff is always attentive and is always making sure that everything is ok. During our lunch we ordered the Shrimp with Walnut, the Sin Koo Steak Kew, and the Ginger Scallion Chicken. The dishes were very tasty and we left very satisfied. So, if you are ever looking for a restaurant to check out in Chinatown. Please give Hop Lee a chance.

Loved the food here. I've been here probably around 3-4 times, and everything their food is amazing. I love getting the BBQ pork and egg instant ramen and their bear milk tea. I tried the mango sago, and it was creamy and delicious. The service here is really quick, and the servers were very nice and understanding. Something happened to the teddy bear milk tea, and they took off the price of the milk tea, gave me a new one, and on top of that gave me the mango sago for free. Sometimes the store can get really crowded since it is a small building. But I love the atmosphere, it's very cozy and lively at the same time. Perfect for a brunch/lunch spot with friends but also a perfect place to have a casual date night :)

The food here easily gets a 9/10—tons of tasty options, from noodles and rice bowls to dim sum, all packed with flavor and served in generous portions. I ended up having to take it back home because it was very filling. The eggs are super creamy and the meat were soft and chewy, which was the best feeling to eat. As for the environment, it's fun but a little tight. We went downstairs to their basement to eat. I'd give it a 7/10. The seating is pretty cramped, especially when it gets busy, and the lighting is on the dim side. It's also super colorful and very creative with their design of tables being Mahjong, wall decoration, and the door of the bathroom looking like a fridge, which gives the place a lively, upbeat vibe, but if you’re not into crowded spaces, it might feel a bit much. The service was pretty good too. The staff were nice when we needed them, though there weren’t many moments when we needed much service, which made the experience feel easy.

There are plenty of options for Dim Sum in Chinatown and this is the oldest of them. We came here for dinner on a Monday night and had no issues getting a table. The service was fast. The food was great and very affordable. The three of us ate for a total of $60 and none of us left hungry. I would absolutely come back here and recommend checking it out.

An institution par excellence. Everything was so so good. We ordered the must haves such as pork buns and chicken soup dumplings which were great! We also really enjoyed the shrimp and chive dumpling. The egg fried rice was simple and oh-so-well-done. Cash only or Amex fyi!

I had an amazing experience at Chinese Tuxedo! I was intrigued by how hidden it was, and once I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised. The food was absolutely delicious, and the service was top-notch. The drinks were also great. The ambiance is fantastic, and the staff is friendly and attentive. I highly recommend the veggie dumplings and the oxtail bun—they were both flavorful and satisfying. To top it off, I discovered a speakeasy in the basement, which had an incredible vibe. Definitely a must-visit!

this has to be one of my favorite restaurants in New York. The service is always fantastic, the drinks are great and the food is outstanding. Especially for the price point. I think everything is absolutely worth it. One of my friends has been here five times for this reason even though we live in New York, where there are a million restaurants. I can't believe I only tried this place now and I'll definitely be back as the service was exceptional, and every single bite was just delicious. Not to mention, the interior is really beautiful too. Extremely recommend!

Ordered the fresh shrimp rice noodle roll. Bouncy and bountiful quantities of shrimp, super smooth and light rice noodle roll, done in the scrunchy style. $7 usd, made to order and piping hot. Soy sauce provided was tasty and sweet as well. Have limited space in store to dine in.

I was craving rice noodles in the morning and stumbled upon this hidden gem in Chinatown. Their menu has a large assortment of amazing varieties of rice noodles. I chose the perfect combination - curry rice balls with rice noodles. They speak good English so very happy about that. It was good, I wish they gave me hot sauce and I also wish there were more fish balls. But still a pretty solid location!

From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm and welcoming. The walls are covered with police, fire department, and military patches, instantly giving the place a unique and local vibe. One of the coolest traditions is that guests can leave a signed dollar bill on the wall, adding a personal touch that makes the experience truly unforgettable. The food was absolutely delicious, with the meat being a real highlight—tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The portions were generous, making the price-quality ratio more than worth it. On top of that, the staff was incredibly friendly and funny, creating a laid-back and enjoyable atmosphere. At first, I was a bit skeptical, wondering if this was just another overhyped spot. But from the service to the food to the overall experience, it exceeded all expectations. Without a doubt, I’ll be coming back!

Food: 5- AMAZING. PERIOD. Service: 5- Staff is older and very experienced. Very on par with the type of service you receive in Chinatown. Atmosphere: 4- The restaurant is EXTREMELY SMALL, so if you're very tall or very wide, you will have some issues as it's in a small basement room that fits about 50 people, maybe? You will be pretty close to the next group. A lot of memories in the form of pictures or signed dollar bills on the walls.

Worth the wait in my opinion! Some of the most flavorful soup dumplings I've had in the US. Everything else we tried was also delicious. I wish we could have tried more dishes, but we were short on time. Service was pretty good considering how busy they were. Prices were very reasonable. I'd be happy to come back!

Shanghai 21 in Chinatown, New York City, is a popular spot for authentic Shanghainese cuisine. Known for its **soup dumplings**, which are praised for their thin skin and flavorful broth, the restaurant offers a variety of dishes like scallion pancakes, pan-fried noodles, and double sautéed pork with hot sauce. The atmosphere is vibrant, and it's a great place for casual dining or sharing meals with friends. Hint: Prices are moderate

My second time patronizing them in new york city chinatown. The salted chicken rice is damn damn good. Will definitely get them again when im back in newyork. The meicai kou rou is decent and the steamed pork spareribs is exceptional too! The flavour is marinated enough and the meat is soft. Prices for meesum is absolutely fair and please head over if you are around the vicinity. They have been here for a very long time if you look at the furnishings in the store. Highly recommended for e fresh food and old school vibes! :)

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

Best HK style milk tea in Chinatown. Simple, no frills, mom and pop spot that serves Hong Kong style tea, coffee and meals. Can't comment on the food yet but definitely worth checking out. Cash only, minimal seating inside.

Walking up from the subway to this place made me so exhausted. Didn’t realise it has two tables only. Someone gave us her seat so I can recover. French toast is really Hong Kong style. The milk tea is better than a few other places that we have tried. I will try the rice dishes in the future.

If you’re looking for some no frills goodness, with affordable prices and very nice portions, come here!!. . Here is what we ordered: 1) Fried Pork Intestines - it was very fatty, might’ve been too much fat but I liked it. - comes with sweet sauce on the side 2) Fish Maw Soup - very plump fish made, make sure to add the red vinegar for extra flavor 3) 1/2 Crispy Garlic Chicken - this was ok, maybe a tad on the dry side 4) Lobster Yee Mein - barely saw/had any of the yee mein under all that lobster. The lobsters were very fatty, very meaty. We got it canto style, it came with some jalapeño, which had a kick to it 5) Lamb Casserole - this was very tasty. Not gamey and the fried tofu skin absorbed all that sauce, so tasty 6) Peking Porkchops- their porkchops are more on the thin side. And it’s flatten, at least most of the pieces. Not too many fatty pieces either. It was good 7) Beef Chow Fun - lacked a little wok hey here but they give you a lot of beef. Still good 8) Choy Sum with Preserved Meats - a simple dish, the preserved meats added a nice salty element. Parents thought the choy sum could’ve been cooked a bit longer. 9) Jelly Fish (not pictured) - this wasn’t bad, they give you a lot of the pickled carrots and radish (which is pretty good). . This was way too much food for 7 adults and 2 kids. All was $246 before tip, the most expensive dish was the lobster yee mein at $70, seafood is always pricy at restaurants. There was a lot leftover too.

First time dining here. Love the service and food came out fast. Had been buying take out and never disappointed, didn't wait for too long either when buying take out. Good food. Share the table if you come with a small party and get big table. Must try the steamed fish, fried rice and lobster (better without noodles underneath). Unfortunately, cash only.

If you like to feel real Chinese restaurant atmosphere, it is the place. It is Always a lot people, you need to wait for the table. The food is good and really really good price. You will not be disappointed. Highly recommend.

I had the wonton beef noodle soup at Great NW Noodlestown, and it blew me away. The food was so good that I forgot I was still in the United States. The noodles were perfectly chewy, the beef was super tender, and the wontons were packed with flavor. It was so good that I had to come back again. I wish I wish I had more time to try more of their menu. They are super busy, but still have time to take care of everyone. Good price. Great and friendly service. I recommend it.