Restaurants & Dining
Authentic Xi’an Flavor 西安面馆
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.
Chaotic. Delicious. No-nonsense.
Best Bars & Restaurants in Chinatown (C-Town)
The real deal—hand-pulled noodles, bustling fish markets, and dim sum worth the wait.
- Bustling
- Authentic
- Budget-Friendly
- Cultural
- Foodie
More top places in Chinatown
Restaurants, bars and cafes, ranked by rating and how many reviews back it, after the three above.
- Rank 4
- Rank 5
Coffee & Casual
ChaHalo 茶话弄-China Town
4.9 out of 5ChaHalo 茶话弄-China Town is a favorite bubble tea spot in Chinatown, Manhattan. Perfect for a quick bite or a relaxed break.
- Rank 6
Coffee & Casual
Once More Zaipin
4.9 out of 5Our signature wheel cakes are made from a special pancake-like batter, crisped to golden perfection on the outside while staying irresistibly fluffy on the inside. Each bite is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, crafted to bring you an authentic and unforgettable treat.
- Rank 7
Restaurants & Dining
Grandma’s Dumpling House
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.
- Rank 8
Bars & Nightlife
Sake Bar Asoko
5.0 out of 5Price level $$Sake Bar Asoko is a bar in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, seafood and japanese, cozy interior. Based on 10 reviews.
- Rank 9
Restaurants & Dining
Mei Lai Xuan
5.0 out of 5Mei Lai Xuan is a well-known restaurant restaurant in Chinatown, Manhattan. Serving quality food in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Rank 10
Bars & Nightlife
Live Axe
4.8 out of 5Price level $$$NYC's first Axe Throwing Bar & league. Drink artisanal cocktails and rotating craft beers, while enjoying our unique food menu... All while Throwing Axes!
- Rank 11
Restaurants & Dining
Jiang Nan NYC
4.8 out of 5Price level $$$Jiang Nan NYC is a restaurant in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, chinese and seafood, high-energy atmosphere. Based on 10 reviews.
- Rank 12
Coffee & Casual
Teado Tea Shop 葉風茶舖
4.8 out of 5Price level $Teado Tea Shop 葉風茶舖 is a cafe in Chinatown described by visitors as food-focused, cozy interior, moderately priced. Based on 10 reviews.
What to do in Chinatown
Every category, narrowed to this neighborhood.
Photo: Whiskey TavernDrinks & Nightlife in ChinatownBest bars, cocktail lounges, rooftop bars, dive bars, and late-night drinks in Chinatown. Happy hour deals, speakeasies, wine bars, and where the locals actually go after midnight.Cocktail bars, Rooftop bars, Speakeasies, Wine bars
Photo: Au ChevalFood in ChinatownBest restaurants and places to eat in Chinatown. From brunch spots and cheap eats to fine dining, pizza, sushi, and the holes-in-the-wall you won't find on TripAdvisor.Pizza, Sushi, Brunch, Steakhouses
Photo: Alimama TeaCasual & Social in ChinatownBest coffee shops, cafes, bakeries, and chill hangout spots in Chinatown. Great for working remote, catching up with friends, or pretending to read while people-watching.Coffee shops, Tea houses, Bakeries, Study spots
Photo: Battery DanceLive Entertainment in ChinatownLive music, comedy shows, jazz clubs, karaoke bars, and performances in Chinatown. Open mics, ticketed events, and the kind of nights that become stories.Comedy, Live music, Jazz, Karaoke
Photo: Mahayana Temple Buddhist AssociationActivities & Experiences in ChinatownFun things to do in Chinatown — escape rooms, bowling alleys, art classes, arcades, pop-ups, and interactive experiences that don't involve staring at a menu.Escape rooms, Bowling, Art classes, Arcades
Photo: Henry Street GardensOutdoor & Fresh Air in ChinatownBest outdoor spots, parks, rooftop bars, patios, waterfront walks, and gardens in Chinatown. Fresh air, skyline views, and places to actually sit outside without a reservation.Rooftops, Patios, Gardens, Waterfront
Photo: Renew Day Spa 2Wellness & Fitness in ChinatownSpas, gyms, yoga and pilates studios, and other places to move or unwind in Chinatown.Spas, Yoga, Pilates, Gyms
Photo: Mei Lai WahDate Night in ChinatownBest date night spots in Chinatown — romantic restaurants, intimate cocktail bars, cozy wine bars, and vibey spots that do the heavy lifting so you don't have to.Romantic dinners, Cocktail bars, Speakeasies, Rooftops
Photo: Sunn’sGroup Hangouts in ChinatownBest places for groups in Chinatown — sports bars, beer gardens, karaoke rooms, bowling alleys, and spots that can actually fit your whole crew without a 2-hour wait.Sports bars, Beer gardens, Bowling, Karaoke
Photo: Fay Da BakeryQuick & Easy in ChinatownQuick plans in Chinatown that require zero effort. Happy hours, grab-and-go coffee, fast casual spots, delis, and solid options for when you've got 30 minutes and no ideas.Coffee, Happy hour, Delis, Fast casual
Photo: Ajisen RamenTourist Friendly in ChinatownBest things to do in Chinatown for first-time visitors. Iconic restaurants, famous bars, must-see landmarks, and spots worth the hype — no tourist traps, we promise.Famous pizza, Iconic bars, Broadway area, Landmarks
What makes Chinatown one of the best neighborhoods in NYC
Where $6 feeds you better than $60 anywhere else
Chinatown is the greatest food neighborhood in Manhattan and it's not even close. It runs on its own clock, its own economy, and its own rules. The produce is cheaper, the portions are bigger, and the guy hand-pulling noodles in the window has been doing it longer than you've been alive. This is where you eat when you actually care about food more than ambiance.
Manhattan's Chinatown is loud, crowded, fragrant, and one of the best food neighborhoods on the planet. Canal Street is chaos—vendors, tourists, honking. But duck into the side streets and you'll find $8 dumpling feasts, Cantonese roast duck windows, hand-pulled noodle shops, and dim sum palaces where you point at the cart and hope for the best. Doyers Street—the "Bloody Angle"—is now a moody strip of cocktail bars and restaurants. The neighborhood is shrinking under gentrification pressure but its cultural core remains fiercely intact. Come hungry, bring cash, skip the chains.
Best for
The best meal you'll have all month for under $12, eaten standing up or on a plastic stool
Insider tip
The dumpling spots on Eldridge Street destroy anything on Doyers. There, we said it.
Chinatown is known for
- Dim sum restaurants
- Canal Street
- Hand-pulled noodles
- Doyers Street
- Lunar New Year celebrations
Local lingo: “If the menu has pictures AND an English translation, it's for tourists. Order from the wall.”
Neighborhoods near Chinatown
Every neighborhood has its own character. Here is what's close by.
Photo: Ferrara Bakery & CafeLittle ItalyShrunk to a few blocks but still serving red sauce, cannoli, and San Gennaro spirit.
Photo: EssexLower East SideImmigrant grit turned nightlife gold—tenement history, craft cocktails, and the city's best after-dark energy.
Photo: Golden DinerTwo BridgesBetween the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges—public housing, dim sum, and waterfront grit.
Photo: Dominique Ansel BakerySoHoCast-iron architecture, high-end shopping, and trendy restaurants in a stunning historic district.
Photo: Prince Street PizzaNolitaTiny, trendy, and impossibly cute—boutique shopping, sidewalk cafes, and old-school Italian roots.
Photo: IPPUDO NYEast VillageNYC's legendary bohemian heart—punk rock history, ramen shops, and endless nightlife.
Photo: 9/11 Memorial & MuseumFinancial DistrictWall Street's towers by day, surprisingly good cocktail bars by night.
Photo: Bubby'sTribecaQuiet sophistication, celebrity sightings, and Michelin-starred dining in converted warehouses.
Photo: Comedy CellarGreenwich VillageLiterary history, jazz clubs, NYU energy, and Washington Square Park's iconic arch.
Photo: John V. Lindsay East River ParkAlphabet CityGritty authenticity meets creative energy on the eastern edge of the East Village.
Frequently asked questions about Chinatown
What are the best restaurants in Chinatown?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top restaurants in Chinatown on Moodap are Chang Lai (Chinese, 4.9 stars), Yakiniku Toraji An (Japanese, 4.9 stars) and Authentic Xi’an Flavor 西安面馆 (Chinese, 5.0 stars).
What are the best bars in Chinatown?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top bars in Chinatown on Moodap are Sake Bar Asoko (Sake bar, 5.0 stars), Live Axe (Lounge, 4.8 stars) and David's Bar (Dive bar, 4.9 stars).
What are the best cafes in Chinatown?
Ranked by rating and number of reviews, the top cafes in Chinatown on Moodap are Joys' Cafe NYC (Coffee/Tea, 5.0 stars), ChaHalo 茶话弄-China Town (Bubble tea, 4.9 stars) and Once More Zaipin (Bakery, 4.9 stars).
Where can I eat or drink cheap in Chinatown?
198 places in Chinatown are marked budget-friendly ($). The best-ranked are Joys' Cafe NYC (Coffee/Tea, 5.0 stars), Chang Lai (Chinese, 4.9 stars) and Authentic Xi’an Flavor 西安面馆 (Chinese, 5.0 stars).
What kind of food is Chinatown known for?
Of the 233 restaurants Moodap lists in Chinatown, the most common kinds are Chinese (126), Japanese (18), American (16) and Asian Fusion (9).
How many places does Moodap list in Chinatown?
233 restaurants, 38 bars and 91 cafes, each with its own page. The best-ranked are at the top of this page.
What neighborhoods are near Chinatown?
Little Italy, Lower East Side, Two Bridges and SoHo are next door. Each has its own guide on Moodap, linked on this page.
How does Moodap rank places in Chinatown?
By star rating, weighted by how many reviews back it: a place with hundreds of strong reviews ranks above a perfect score from a handful. Places with few or no reviews come after well-reviewed ones. Not sure which fits your plans? Find Your Vibe™ picks one for your mood in about 25 seconds.
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