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Best Restaurants & Dining in Chinatown, Manhattan

263 restaurants & dining in Chinatown (C-Town), sorted by rating, with vibes and insider tips.

Chinatown in a line

Where $6 feeds you better than $60 anywhere else

Insider tip

The dumpling spots on Eldridge Street destroy anything on Doyers. There, we said it.

Top ranked Restaurants & Dining in Chinatown

Moodap picksCurated from Eater, Infatuation, TimeOut, Michelin & our own research, February 2026.

  1. Rank 1

    Chinese

    Hwa Yuan Szechuan

    4.2 out of 5Price level $

    Hwa Yuan Szechuan is a well-known chinese restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  2. Rank 2

    Mexican

    Corima

    4.4 out of 5, 257 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Corima is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, mexican, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    Insider tip: RESERVATIONS

    • Lively
    • Colorful
    • Casual
  3. Rank 3

    Chinese

    Nom Wah Tea Parlor

    4.2 out of 5, 5,198 reviewsPrice level $

    Serving dumplings and dim sum in NYC since 1920. Continuing and growing a century-old NYC Chinatown legacy.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  4. Rank 4

    Chinese

    Spicy Village

    4.5 out of 5, 1,527 reviewsPrice level $

    Spicy Village is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, chinese and american. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  5. Rank 5

    Chinese

    Wah Fung No.1 Fast Food

    4.5 out of 5, 3,438 reviewsPrice level $

    Wah Fung No.1 Fast Food is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, american, consistently well-reviewed. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  6. Rank 6

    Seafood

    Cervo's

    4.5 out of 5, 582 reviewsPrice level $$$

    Cervo's is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as seafood and american, consistently well-reviewed, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.

    Insider tip: OPEN EVERY NIGHT 5:30-11PM

    • Fresh
    • Upscale
    • Bright
  7. Rank 7

    Chinese

    Deluxe Green Bo

    4.3 out of 5Price level $

    Experience the vibrant flavors of Chinese cuisine with our expertly crafted dishes in New York, NY. Enjoy authentic taste and texture in every bite.

    Insider tip: CLOSED NOW • Closes at 10:00 pm

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  8. Rank 8

    Chinese

    Shanghai 21

    4.5 out of 5Price level $

    Shanghai 21 is a dedicated Chinese restaurant focused on serving authentic Shanghai and regional Chinese cuisine. We combine high-quality, fresh ingredients with traditional cooking methods.

    Insider tip: Doesn't accept reservations · Vegetarian options

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  9. Rank 9

    Chinese

    Wo Hop

    4.4 out of 5, 4,365 reviewsPrice level $

    Wo Hop is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, chinese and american. Based on 10 reviews.

    Insider tip: Cash only, no reservations - arrive early to avoid long waits during lunch hours

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  10. Rank 10

    Pizza

    Scarr's Pizza

    4.4 out of 5, 4,547 reviewsPrice level $

    Scarr's Pizza is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as pizza and italian. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly

All Restaurants & Dining in Chinatown

Sorted by rating. Open any venue for hours, photos, and reviews.

  • 5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Beijing Zha Jiang Mian is a well-known chinese restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • 5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Jens Noodle House is a well-known chinese restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • 5.0 out of 5Price level $$

    Tasty, healthy, and unique, Makina Cafe is for New Yorkers tired of the same old options.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 5.0 out of 5, 5 reviewsPrice level $$

    109 Lafayette St, New York, NY 10013

    • Social
    • Bright
    • Lively
  • 5.0 out of 5Price level $

    Authentic Xi’an Flavor 西安面馆 is a well-known chinese restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • 5.0 out of 5, 1 reviewPrice level $

    153 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • Restaurant

    Mei Lai Xuan

    5.0 out of 5, 6 reviewsPrice level $$

    Mei Lai Xuan is a well-known restaurant restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 5.0 out of 5, 4 reviewsPrice level $$$

    17 Ludlow St, New York, NY 10002

    • Fresh
    • Upscale
    • Bright
  • 5.0 out of 5, 1 reviewPrice level $$

    The Commissary is a well-known american restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • 5.0 out of 5, 4 reviewsPrice level $

    Yin Gong Corp is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as chinese.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • 5.0 out of 5, 4 reviewsPrice level $

    King Kong Chinese Restaurant is a well-known chinese restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $$$

    Yakiniku Toraji An is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as american and japanese, hidden/speakeasy vibe, relaxed atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • Chinese

    Chang Lai

    4.9 out of 5, 1,178 reviewsPrice level $

    Chang Lai is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, indian and chinese, known for excellent service. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    飘香源A+HotPot&RiceNoodles is a well-known chinese restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • Japanese

    Yamada

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$$

    Chef Isao Yamada's 10-course kaiseki tasting menu is a multi-sensory dining experience guided by the principles of seasonality (shun), harmony (chōwa), and mindfulness (ikigai). Our cuisine blends tradition with innovation, rooted in Japanese fundamentals and presented in chef Yamada's distinctive, refreshing style.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $

    Authentic Northern Chinese dumpling restaurant in Manhattan's Chinatown offering handmade dumplings with thin, chewy wrappers in a clean, cozy setting.

    • Bustling
    • Casual
    • Family Friendly
  • Asian Fusion

    K-Kimbap

    4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    Welcome to K-Kimbap, your new go-to spot for authentic kimbap! We pride ourselves on using only the freshest, highest quality ingredients.

    • Cozy
    • Social
  • 4.9 out of 5Price level $$

    Grill-N-Chill is a well-known american restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic
  • 4.8 out of 5, 5 reviewsPrice level $

    Lafayette Deli & Convenience is a well-known deli restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • Japanese

    Shh omakase

    4.8 out of 5, 80 reviewsPrice level $

    Shh omakase is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Minimalist
    • Refined
    • Calm
  • Korean

    Lululala

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Lululala is a well-known korean restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.

    • Lively
    • Social
    • Trendy
  • 4.8 out of 5, 173 reviewsPrice level $

    46 Mott Deli is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as a cafe, chinese and vegetarian vegan, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.

    • Casual
    • Quick
    • Local
  • 4.8 out of 5, 224 reviewsPrice level $

    Satisfy your pizza cravings without leaving the comfort of your home with our fast and reliable delivery service. Choose from a variety of mouth-watering toppings and enjoy the perfect slice delivered right to your door.

    • Casual
    • Lively
    • Family Friendly
  • American

    K.O. Burger

    4.8 out of 5Price level $$

    Hand-smashed burgers and fries

    • Casual
    • Social
    • Classic

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