Nestled in Urban Hawker (FYI the food court isn't closed yet!), smokin Joe hit the spot with…read moreSoutheastern Asian flavors. We got the fish curry which was large enough to split. The fish was freshly fried and really tasty. The curry was more of a curry sauce but was packed with flavor, and the egg was a great complement in the dish. Go support the local businesses still in Urban Hawker - not sure what the scare was about them closing - but there is still delicious vendors like Smokin Joe ready to serve you in this gem of an Asian food court in Midtown.

(Urban Hawker had reopened, despite news of its closure. Unsure if this is a temporary extension,…read morebut many of the stalls remain empty inside after the initial closure.) Some of the best, crispy fish I've had! I ordered the fried fish with curry. The fish is very juicy and the outside coating is seasoned amazing and stays very crispy. The curry and steamed cabbage helps balance out the fish, though there's just enough curry to be used for dipping, so don't expect curry rice. This is a big portion too, so I ended up sharing with someone. The staff seem to make it fresh, so expect a little wait.

Decent Chinese restaurant in the area by Grand Central. The…read moreentrance is nicely lit and pretty noticeable when you walk by. There are two kiosks by the entrance to order and they also have the menu up behind the counter. I believe you can also order from the counter as well if you don't want to use the kiosks. Easy to order from the kiosks and I tried the general tsos chicken and bones ribs. I had my order to go and it was packaged nicely and there wasn't a long wait. The food was good. They also had seating area in the back for eating in. They are only open until 8 pm during the week and closed on Sundays. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

I like Hopwon for a good Chinese lunch on a work day in midtown…read more A simple, straight forward place. We can order online or in a machine in the store as well. While I got the simple Shrimp fried rice, I realized there are a lot more seafood choice , like salt & pepper stuff. Good food of its kind.

Went there for pork/crab XLB, which they were out of. Ordered the scallop instead, was ok/bland. I…read moreappreciate that the skin is the right thickness to withhold the soup; they steam it well, but I really just prefer the pork/crab. I had a maddening experience there today, but hoping it's a one-time thing. FYI they do charge you an unannounced automatic service fee, so should you order anything to go, you have to separate the payments and redo, which is ridiculous. Also they don't include rice, so then you have to buy that, then they get mad about the minimum. Please get this part together. I also get that this may be someone just asking by the "rules", but this should be covered. One should not be forced into a service fee TO GO. ESPECIALLY if the service is completely inattentive, which it pretty much was. Again I'm hoping this was a fluke, since in general this did not happen in the other 2x I've been here. Also if this were my first time here, I'd give a much lower rating just for today. My beef and broccoli, and $3 (!?) side of rice to go was good, and put in a container which did not seep/break/spill on the way home, so I appreciate this. This rice-separating really irritates me. I mean, this dish is MEANT TO BE EATEN with rice. Who TF eats this without. We are not all carb-adverse.

Stopped by for a casual dumpling moment after arriving in the city. I went with my BF and we…read moredefinitelyyyy over-ordered, however everything was amazing and we had a ton of leftovers that were just as good the next day. Between the two of us, we ordered: Pork Shrmp Wonton Soup(6) SH Pan Fried Pork Bun (6) Scallion Pancake Slice Beef Beef ChiliPepp HandCut Noodle 1 Pork XLB Dumplings Pretty much every dish was great, and the standouts to me were the scallion pancake with sliced beef and the beef chili pepper hand cut noodles. The scallion pancake with beef was the most unique dish we had, and it had me wondering why scallion pancakes aren't always used as a protein wrapping?! Such a good idea. The sauce it came with was also incredible. And the hand cut noodles were also sooooooo delicious and nice and thick with great flavor. The other dishes (pork buns, pork XLB, and shrimp wonton soup) were alright, but nothing special. Overall the food was great though, the prices are sooo affordable for NYC, especially given the quality, and service was also good.

Came here for lunch, the lunch crowd is insane. Quality of food was delicious, but beyond that,…read morethere was one person that stood out, Gustavo...this guy was on it. He said hello to everyone person that walked in, asked how they were doing, chopped up the weather, the Knicks, how they were doing, and told them to have a great day. Amazing customer service to strangers that I haven't seen in a while. Thank you for making my day and for my delicious food.

I've never met a chicken and rice I didn't like, and I could just leave it at that!…read more But yeah this place is amazing, I got the crispy fried chicken over rice and had a very satisfying meal. The chicken was so juicy, and so crispy. The rice was the perfect texture and moisture. The vegetable soup was hot and clean and just warms you up from the inside. And the sauce is so addicting. And the serving size is pretty big!

KOBA has been on my NYC food hit list for a while, and the newest location did not disappoint…read more Sometimes fast food isn't just fast... it's flat-out incredible. First up: the Korean Fried Chicken with extra spicy BBQ sauce. Crispy, juicy, and just the right amount of heat. I would've fought my own reflection for the last piece. Then came the Dosirak, and this lunch box was packed with winners. The beef bulgogi was tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The purple multigrain rice? I could eat that stuff every day without getting bored. The pickled cucumbers were fresh, the yellow radish added the perfect crunch, the kimchi had just the right kick, and the warm soup was pure comfort. The BBQ dipping sauce tied everything together, and finishing it off with a Choco Heim wafer cookie was the perfect ending. KOBA proves you don't need white tablecloths to serve food that hits every note. Sometimes fast food is done right... and this is one of those times. My only complaint? I ran out of bulgogi before I ran out of appetite.

waited quite while when food is ready. I see lots of…read moredeliveries. it used to be friendly services but we won't see the same clues anymore. after they said it's ready, it took extra 5min. After we've made a small complain they became nice. lol surprisingly, the restroom is for after ordering food. OMG. Beef quality is so so.

I moved offices earlier this year, further away from Thongyib and it has made lunchtime during the…read moreworkweek just a little bit sadder. Although another Thai food cart has taken its place, I still miss the superior drunken noodles and pad see ew from Thongyib. The taste is great and the portions generous. I have heard they may not be on their corner for long, whether that is on hiatus or for good I do not know. Either way, make your way over there before it's too late.

I knew this place was good when I saw all the Park Ave business men waiting on their short lunch…read morebreak for this meal. AUTHENTIC Thai cuisine. Hard working lady and man sweating their butts off in the cart. It's worth the wait, and if you're in a hurry you can call ahead. Very reasonable price! Less than 10 bucks in UES for a lunch? *Almost* unheard of. I would recommend the Thai Fried Rice. Just like in Thailand, they take spice seriously-- so, tell them if you can take the heat :) Husband said drunken noodles were great. It's convenient, it's the smallest of businesses, why aren't you there already?

The low ratings is because of the following;…read more 1) dumpling were posted for the price of $16.99 for 14 . There are no signs that stated that when you order all dumplings will be steamed or fried. So... the cashier asked how we would like the dumplings? Of course when you get a choice , it should be included for the $16.99 but they charge an extra $1. Why not just charge $17.99 ? Very misleading. Fried dumplings 3 1/2 stars Steamed dumpling 3 stars Service 2 stars Only good to stop in and eat if you are in a rush. Other places are much better.

The fried dumplings here are pretty good. But I'd avoid the steamed ones. I had the pork and…read morecabbage steamed dumplings that the staff recommended. It smelled like dishwashing fluid. The stuffing also didn't seem that fresh. I ate two and threw out the rest, $15 down the drain to tell you don't repeat my mistake. (Also they do NOT make them fresh daily. Maybe they make them everyday but the batch you're eating is not from that day...........)

Dependable lunch standby, especially for fans of Thai-style chicken on rice! If you're a spice…read morefiend, ask them about their garlic chili sauce, I can't get enough of the stuff... Place is small and pleasant, I've dined in maybe twice? (I usually get takeout.) Friendly staff. I've been coming here for years, and portions do seem smaller than they used to be. (Boo shrinkflation!) I love their poached chicken (I rarely get their fried chicken) and the side soup is a calming treat. (As a soup enthusiast, I approve.) Credit accepted. p.s. If you use TooGoodToGo and lucky enough to see Three Roosters there, pull the trigger! I know they used to be on there years ago, but unsure about now.

Honestly not that bad. Like others have mentioned, I believe that portions could be a little more…read moregenerous, especially given it's price. The food tastes good though, and it's a nice, small and quiet spot to have some lunch, with respectful staff. The sweet sauce paired great with the chicken and rice if you're into that. I definitely recommend giving it a try, even if it's only for one time! Order: Zab Fried Chicken with Rice