This place has only a small presence on 14th Street but once you walk inside the room opens into a…read morepleasant, comfortable dining area. The staff are very friendly and helpful with the menu. Hunan food is one of my favorites, and the dishes here did not disappoint. We had fish head on an earlier visit here and it was delicious. It takes extra time to prepare but was so worth the wait. We stopped for lunch today and had the cold Beef with Cucumber, the Chinese Chives with Cured Pork and the Spicy Diced Chicken. All the dishes were delicious, the cucumbers in the beef were flavorful, the chicken was lightly breaded and perfectly stir fried, and of course the smoky pork was spicy and delicious. Beer, Wine and Sake are also available. Very happy with our 2 visits here. Please come here for a meal. It's a small door on 14th Street but big flavors and warm hospitality are to be found inside.

Was staying at a hotel nearby and had a craving for Chinese late at night. Staff was really…read morefriendly and everything is ordered on an iPad which i actually prefer and feels more like restaurants in China. Food was delicious and came really quickly. I had the dim sum sampler, tofu rice and a cocktail. All priced fairly and again, one of the only Chinese restaurants directly in the area open this late. It's clean inside even if it's a bit too bright! Lovely experience.

I wasn't aware that everything in NY closes early. It was about 10p, we had just got in town by bus…read moreand were looking for somewhere to grab food after we checked in. We stayed in Chinatown and stumbled across this place that was open until midnight and their kitchen was still open. Thank God It was so cute and clean, nice ambiance. Very much a vibe. We were seated immediately and handed iPads to order which went straight to the kitchen. We ordered cucumber salad in garlic dressing (refreshing, but heavy on the garlic), 8 Sec Stir Fried Beef w/ silantro pickled peppers (nice flavor and kick) with a side of white rice and a Blue Paradise & Cosmo to wash it down. Simple, delicious and exactly what we needed The manager is a hustler, waiting tables, bartender and making sure all guest needs were met. The crowd was pretty mixy, I'd consider it a great spot for an after dinner cocktail or a night out.

The atmosphere here is so peaceful and inviting! The shrimp and soup dumplings made for a delicious…read moreappetizer. For dinner, we tried the General Tso's, beef & mushrooms, and rice dishes, and they definitely had a nice spice kick! The garlic broccoli was absolutely divine. The menu is a little overwhelming with so many options, but I loved that they included pictures--it definitely helped when deciding what to order. And a bonus for the kiddos: we got free ice cream (adult kids as well)!

Tipsy Shanghai is pretty famous in China so I decided to stop by for a quick weekend dinner but…read moreunfortunately was disappointed by the mediocre food. The only thing I really enjoyed was the braised bamboo shoots because I like the veggie and appreciated how it came out pipping hot. I wish the veggie rice had more rice and veggies to balance out the ratio. It was on the oily side but understandable to make sure the grains of rice didn't mush/stick together. The XLB wasn't hot enough nor did it taste house-made sadly. The skin was thick and mushy, and the meat could have been more seasoned. The dumplings were fine with a silky skin and decent filling! Just wish the soup had a little bit more substance than just diluted MSG and water. I guess I just had higher expectations for such a well known brand but maybe their American or New York locations are different. The staff were kind and you can tell they were trying their best. I really liked the Jiangnan style and Chinese decor.

Came for a family lunch and it was pretty crowded. Got seats in the basement…read more Service was good and quick. Ordered a variety of dim sum and kitchen dishes. Everything came out quick and hot. Steak was nicely cooked. Clams were tasty. Like the variety. Heard there are lunch specials so maybe will be back to try that.

Pretty solid sit-down restaurant in Chinatown that is maybe a little more expensive than other…read moreplaces, but if you want somewhere with a nicer ambiance this is a solid spot. Menu is pretty extensive and appreciated all the pictures. Ordered the sticky rice, beef short ribs, and steamed fresh catch of the day. When going through the options for the catch of the day, I think there was a bit of a language barrier and I was under the impression that the different fish were at either 15, 19, or 65 dollars per pound. I selected the fish that I thought would be in the middle at $19 per lb and when I got the check, turns out it was $90 per lb! The fish tasted great but it's never a good feeling when your bill comes out to be that big of a surprise. In the future, might be nice to have them write out the catch of the day with the price point just to make it more clear.

The decor in Mabu is really fun as it's mahjong styled! It's a pretty small place but there is some…read moremore seating in the downstairs of the cafe. At night it's usually not very crowded and you can just walk in downstairs. The food here is decent enough for the price so I like stopping by whenever I want a quick meal in chinatown. Service can be hit or miss but just raise your hand when you need something and they'll usually stop by. My go to favorites here are the hong kong rice noodle rolls and the beef and tomato rice plate! The rice noodle rolls are very soft, chewy, and have a nice peanut butter hoisin sauce on it which is always super satisfying. The beef and tomato is a cantonese classic dish and the cheese they add on top is an interesting touch. For drinks they have a ton of fun things like the melting bear drinks but I always like getting the classic hk milk tea with my order. It's not too sweet and has a nice balanced taste between the bitter tea and milk.

For how late this place is open the menu is huge! Lot's of options for everyone from entrees to…read moresmaller portions like soups and sides. I had no issues getting a table and the food came out quickly. The bathroom is behind a converted fridge door which is a cool touch. The ambiance and entry way were cool with neon lights.

Generally speaking when I go to a restaurant in Chinatown I don't go for the ambiance and decor. I…read morego for the food as the best places are not super fancy but sometimes hole in the wall places. I finally was able to try Hwa Yuan after passing by a bunch. It was a good fine dining experience in Chinatown and sastified my curiosity. We ordered the duck, veggie fried rice and baby box choy. All were very good, especially the duck. Service was prompt and the ambiance is perfect for a date. So if you're looking for quality Chinese food in like a fancy French restaurant esthetic, I would recommend this place.

My partner wanted to come here, there was a dish he wanted to eat Chongqing Chicken which was his…read morefavorite. In my opinion it was okay. I had the human chicken, which i wasn't expecting it to be fried breaded chicken. The sauce was fantastic and the bread was crispy. My only complaint was too much bread. I thought it would come with veggies. Also they charge for a side of white rice, its a 3 dollar charge. My fave was the wonton with chilli sauce. I ate the whole thing myself and the sauce was so yummy I put it on my rice. It was so delicious . Service was pretty good. Only downside, my partners dish and my dish didn't come out together. Mine came like 10 to 14 mins later. My partner was already done and I just started. I would recommend this place. Try it and see. Everyone has their own taste.

This is not your typical Chinese restaurant…read more Experience Jiangnan cuisine, featuring specialties from Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, all in one. My favorites were the juicy King Crab Lion Head in Clear Broth, crispy Smoked Fish, flavorful Beijing Crispy Pork, and the addictive Salted Egg Yolk Corn--but honestly, you can't go wrong with any of their dishes. Follow me @foodie.elite on IG, TikTok and Redbook for more great finds.

pretty solid spot if you're craving chinese. it seems there's two different restaurants within…read more downstairs is spicy while the restaurant upstairs isn't. everything was good, but the portions are on the smaller side. interior was spacious and service was quick.

Came here with my husband on a weekend night. We didn't make any reservation and waited for around…read more30min before getting seated. We ordered the sukiyaki with USDA prime. We wanted more meat so we also added an order of beef tongue at the end as well. Both the food and service were great here! They were short staffed that day but we didn't really wait too long for our food! There was quite a lot of food since the set came with salad, meat, veggie platter, noodle and rice. The beef was good quality but I do wish they would give more! The taste of the sukiyaki tasted very authentic and we enjoyed the dinner overall! Highly recommend and definitely will come back in the future!

The overall cooking method is actually quite simple: they start by greasing the pan with beef…read moretallow. Then, they add a mixture of kombu stock and sukiyaki broth; the liquid level is kept quite low--it generally doesn't fully submerge the ingredients. Next, they add the beef and vegetables. The accompaniments include shiitake mushrooms, Napa cabbage, konjac noodles, and a specific type of leafy green vegetable. That particular green has a rather unique flavor--it's surprisingly addictive--and it seems you can ask for refills if you run out. We ordered two different cuts of beef; the marbled variety was definitely the tastier option, offering a richer flavor and a more tender texture. Dipping the meat in beaten raw egg added a wonderful touch, making it incredibly smooth and silky. We also ordered snow crab claws, which turned out to be the most disappointing part of the meal. They had a distinct, unpleasant fishy odor that didn't improve at all, even after cooking them for an extended period. The service started off reasonably well--they would cook just two or three slices of meat at a time, which meant we finished eating them quite quickly. However, later on, we waited for a long time without anyone coming over to assist us, so we eventually had to take matters into our own hands. It was also quite difficult to track down a staff member when we needed one. By the end of the meal, the broth had nearly boiled away, yet no one proactively came over to top it up. Overall, the food itself was still up to par, but the service aspect definitely let the experience down.