Thee best Chinese food I have ever had!!!! I have been all over the world so this statement has a lot of ground when I say, it's the best there is. Service is always friendly and pleasant. Quick and delicious. Ambiance is comfortable and vibrant as there is always a full house. We get the chow fun with beef. The beef is so tender and the noodles are not greasy like most chow fun. The shrimp fried rice is OUT OF THE WORLD!!!! The orange chicken is white meat and so tender. Great taste. I could eat this everyday if I could. Bon appetit! read more

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I had a chance to come for their lunch special. Now I know getting chicken wings is not the norm for a Chinese restaurant but it's what I grew up ordering! Lol I haven't been to one of these Chinese restaurants in yearsss. Mainly because I found out the one I grew up with used MSG The lunch special came with a choice of soup and side of rice. The wonton soup was a tad smaller than I thought it would be but it was soo yummy. The wings were not the best. It was pretty small wings and made me question how old they were. Regardless I took half my wings to go because I actually got full. My friend ordered the sesame chicken which I thought tasted great. Not sure if I would go out of my way to come here but if I do, I will probably choose another option. read more

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This is my favorite Chinese restaurant in Manhattan. It never misses on flavors . I've tried so many different items on their menu. Right now I'm obsessed with the rib tips in black bean sauce . read more

Honestly, this is the best Chinese food I've ever had! I've had it from Wo Hop in Chinatown but we prefer this more! The roasted pork is DELICIOUS, it's tender and juicy, melts in your mouth! It's clean and the staff is so sweet! read more

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I really like the food at this restaurant. It's very delicious, I recommend getting the lobster with garlic and scallion. The house special fried rice is also very good. I also really liked the ribs at this restaurant, my mom wasn't the biggest fan of the duck though. The service / staff wasn't the best. The staff brought out my ribs 15 minutes before the rice came out, which bothered me a little since I told them I wanted everything to come together. The staff aren't the nicest and they also rush a lot (like orders, giving the check while you still have the plate in front of you, etc). I wish the staff was nicer, but the food is really good though. I would recommend coming here for a good meal (they also give orange slices after dinner meals). read more

Main Noodle House - Lobster with Ginger and Scallion and House Special Fried Rice - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered lunch for delivery and Main Noodle House did not disappoint. The flavors are authentic, soup/sauces are devoid of gloppy starch, and portions are generous. I ordered enough to avoid cooking dinner and now im set for the next day or two! I had the wings and egg fried rice, and it took me back to my childhood, a restaurant my dad took me to as a kid in VA. Soooooo savory. I'll definitely order again, and visit in person. read more

Main Noodle House - Lunch special: wings & egg fried rice - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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The eggrolls were crunchy abd not oily. They were good. The shrimp noodles were tasty. They put a goid amount of shrimp abd it had a nice bite to it. The beef noodle were okay. The beef was bad quality. It was a bit chewy. Staff was nice but some need to work on etiquette. The bathroom is in front of the kitchen so the waitress asked me to move and then said something under breath in her language, kind of rude. The place is clean and a good size. It's decorated with some lanterns and red designs. I would come back. read more

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We were walking around the Rockefeller Square area and got the appetite for some Chinese food, at that time an uber to Chinatown was a 45 minute trip so we decided to find something local. We had a short walk to Main Noodle House and were sat almost immediately, despite there being a very packed house. The restaurant is clean and nicely decorated. I ordered a steamed roast pork bun and Moo Shu veggies, my wife got the sesame chicken. Portions are plentiful and very tasty. We're got to go boxes and enjoyed them later. Chinese travels well! Very happy with Main Noodle House! read more

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Typical HK/Cantonese ambiance, & very loud when full. But the service & the food (especially the beef chow fun) were excellent! read more

Main Noodle House - Beef chow fun - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Great first visit to Main Noodle House! Service was speedy, food was excellent, and there was plenty of seating for dinner without needing a reservation (something you can't always fine on a weeknight in the Times Square area). Prices were very reasonable for solid quantities! Tried a few dishes- with beef, chicken, and plenty of vegetables. Would definitely come back for another authentic meal and order a few spicier options next time! read more

Walking down 6th Ave looking for a place for lunch. The line of people waiting for take out almost scared us away but we walked in and were seated immediately. What a find! She had a small wonton soup, edamame and we shared shrimp shu Mai. I had a larger Cantonese style won ton noodle soup. Everything was fabulous - fresh, hot, not greasy and wonderfully flavorful. Seating was tight but service was excellent. Can't believe how lucky we got! read more

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One of the best chicken fried rice I have ever had. Great find close to Macys. Service was prompt and helpful. Food came out hot! Lunch special was $14 and minimum $10 per person. Clean restaurant read more

Main Noodle House - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Love this place. Visit every time I'm in NYC. When I worked in NYC, I ate there 2-3 times a week

3.5 Above average Chinese (American?) food in the heart of midtown Manhattan on 6th Avenue. When you're surrounded by countless pubs, delis and restaurants, sometimes a person craves an inexpensive but satisfying bite. Main Noodle House offered just that due to their daily lunch special (the standard menu prices are comparable to other businesses with prices reflecting it). Walked in around 3 PM for what turned out to be a late lunch. Bright lights and zero atmosphere didn't deter the patrons, some waiting by the entrance for a table. Service was friendly and we immediately placed a lunch special order of Chicken with Lemongrass at $13. Lunch specials came with a choice of soup (Hot and Sour, Egg Drop, Wonton or Chicken Corn). I didn't like any of the choices but went with Chicken Corn which turned out to be a starchy cup of water with very few pieces of chicken and niblet corn. Not good at all. Luckily, the main attraction--Chicken with Lemongrass exceeded my expectations. Portion size? Check (just right). Flavor factor? Check (delicious especially with my request to eliminate Soy Sauce and MSG).;Chinese cuisine often includes the triple threat of too much sodium affecting my sensitivity--salt, MSG and soy sauce. This was prepared in a flavorful manner with reduced salt--just how I like it. All mains were accompanied by white rice. Brown is extra. A pot of tea and those forbidden but delicious crispy noodles was a staple on everyone's table. With many competing fou fou restaurants out there, I forgot how I missed the simplicity of such a restaurant. Oh, and my fortune included in a Fortune Cookie (which I love) predicted something positive is coming up this week. Don't they always say something sweet? We wrapped things up promptly (once receiving the handwritten check). There were no credit card fees or Toast payment system. Just simply cash or credit card. We really enjoyed our lunch at this establishment holding strong for 20 years (with several name changes through the years) and the patronage reflects that. I rarely refuse Chinese food and visiting Main Noodle House was pleasant experience. I'm aiming for the large Noodle Bowl Soup next time. Yes, I'm returning and recommending. read more

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This was our first time visiting this restaurant. My husband and in-laws were in the mood for Chinese food, and since we happened to be in the area, we decided to give it a try. Upon walking in, I noticed the restaurant was full with people, and the delicious aroma in the air made me hopeful that the food would exceed my expectations. We were a party of five, and luckily, we were seated within a few minutes--perfect timing on our part. My in-laws ordered soda, while I initially stuck with water. They serve soda in cans, which I liked, but my water had some particles floating in it, so I ended up switching to a soda as well. My in-laws ordered the wonton soup and said it was one of the best they've had in a long time. Judging by the smell and their reactions, I wished I had ordered one too! For our entrees, the waiter, who was very friendly and offered some great recommendations, took our orders. My husband and I chose chicken fried rice and orange chicken. The fried rice was flavorful, and the orange chicken was some of the best I've ever had. My in-laws opted for vegetable fried rice and sweet and sour chicken. The vegetable fried rice must have been tasty because it disappeared quickly! I tried a piece of the sweet and sour chicken but wasn't a fan the sauce made it a bit soggy, and it just wasn't for me. Everyone agreed that the orange chicken was the highlight of the meal. Considering this restaurant is in Manhattan, I found the prices to be very reasonable. While I'm not usually a big fan of Chinese food, this place was impressive, and I'd definitely return if I'm in the area again. read more

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I've been going here since before they moved to their 6th ave location. I still have their old number in my phone. I enjoyed their food and have recommended the restaurant to others but NOW....! The food is inconsistent. I most always order takeout. I went yesterday. When I got home, Peas in the Shrimp Fried rice...since when? YUCK! The Sesame Chicken...was it chicken? It was stringy, dry and hard to chew. I had to spit it out. The chicken lo mein had no flavor. The chicken and broccoli was horrible the person who ordered it said the beef was tough and hard to chew. This place is not cheap and the quality and consistency needs to be looked into. Is the quality less because it's take out? Also my egg roll was missing from my order. I spent nearly $100.00 on food that is horrible. I may have to look for another place to get my chinese food. read more

Main Noodle House screams New York. And if you're a Big Apple native like myself, you cherish these kinds of places. It's been over 10 years since I first started coming here and I'm amazed at how they have maintained their food quality. It's impressive. This is the perfect no frills lunch spot. It's located right in the heart of midtown with a decent amount of seating crammed into their space. Beyond that, you really can't beat the prices here. And to top it off, they have chili oil on every table so I don't have to ask for it the way I normally do at most Chinese restaurants. The servers are really friendly, they seat you quickly and the food comes out just as fast. This is not some hoity-toity 5-star spot and they probably won't ever get a Michelin rating but trust me, the grub here is real good. I usually order off the lunch menu, swap out the soup with an egg roll and away we go. Take your pick of anything on the menu (which is pretty extensive) and I guarantee you'll enjoy whatever you get will come out. read more

My second time coming here. I've been dreaming about this lo mein for 7 years. I saved a picture of my receipt which was in Chinese and I couldn't figure out what I ordered. Luckily my waitress read it back to me and I opted to just go for a "round 2". We ordered the chicken lo mein, beef lo mein and mixed dumplings. My advice is opt for chicken over beef. And go for the dumplings. We received different flavors and all were good. Staff was great. Restaurant was a nice cozy off path spot to chill out after a long day. read more

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We come here twice a year when we visit NYC. Best chinese food! Forget Chinatown! Great staff!! read more

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Omgggggg as many times I've been in the city I never knew this place existed I put in the best wonton soup around me, and this place came up. I got the chicken fried rice lunch special and it came with wonton soup. I loved every single bit of it with all the flavor. The service was also spot on! Best believe I will be back for more!! read more

Main Noodle House - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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A Hidden Gem Worth Discovering - A Must-Try Chinese Spot in NYC! As anyone who's visited New York knows, choosing where to eat can be overwhelming. With so many restaurants--some overpriced, some inconsistent--it often feels like a hit-or-miss experience. Thankfully, tonight was a major hit plus plus! Craving Chinese food but unable to make it down to Chinatown, my daughter found this hidden gem--and I'm so glad she did. At first glance, the restaurant might not catch your eye. It has that classic "hole-in-the-wall" look, but don't be fooled. The warm, welcoming atmosphere and exceptional staff quickly elevated the experience to that of a five-star establishment. Our server was incredibly attentive, always making sure our waters were filled and guiding us through our order to ensure we didn't overwhelm our small table with the generous portions. Her thoughtfulness made a real difference. When the food arrived--wow! Every dish was flavorful, fresh, and served in portions that far exceeded expectations for the price. It was not only delicious but also a fantastic value. I was so impressed by the quality of service and food that I left a 30% tip without hesitation. This restaurant is the kind of place that makes you want to come back again and again. Without a doubt, I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for great Chinese food in the city. And when I return to New York, I'll definitely be dining here again! read more

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This is a well-known restaurant to me. It is literally downstairs from my NYC office and a door away from my lobby. It's therefore easy to access and in a pinch a fast option, whether I eat in or take out. A word of caution about the place. It gets really busy at lunch hour, so be prepared. It can seem cramped during g such times, but that has not been a damper on its popularity. The menu is typical of NYC Chinese restaurants without an emphasis on any specific region. Cantonese, Hunan, Szechuan, and Shanghai are all represented. It is this variety, the ample portions, the speed of the service - even when busy - the favorable prices, and the generally high food quality are what make it so popular. There are no booths in which to sit in this restaurant. It is all moveable tables and chairs that can be arranged and rearranged to accommodate different size parties. When busy they have been known to use a round, shared table in the rear, for parties of 1 or 2 that cannot be seated elsewhere. So, it's a little light on ambiance, but it is clean, the food is tasty, and the price is right. They also have a limited amount of alcohol, chiefly wines. Generally the alcohol is not the reason you'd be dining here. It's mostly a local lunch crowd who wish to get in, served, and out. They do a big takeout business during the lunch time too. read more

I don't know if it's just me or the chef is just not feeling it but I feel like our order of the Singaporean Mei Fun (Rice Noodles) with Curry had gone down in quality or something tonight. My friend N and I have been regular customers at Main Noodle House for several years now, and we were never once disappointed or dissatisfied with our meals....well until tonight that is. Service is decently okay, they'll bring over some hot tea when you've sat down. You can always ask for tea if they seem to forget. Now, don't go expecting your tea to have a truly strong tea taste though because you're not getting that. You're lucky that you're even getting something hot to drink on this freezing cold day. Went to the restroom to wash my hands before eating. Now I gotta say, the bathroom is very clean because I don't see pee on the toilet seat or trash thrown anywhere on the floor. The coast is certainly clear! There's a beautiful vase of flowers sitting on the sink counter while I stood there admiring it for a few minutes before heading out to see if the food is ready to being served yet. Ambiance wise is your typical, no-frills kind of Chinese dine-in eatery. Tons of people also order deliveries from there. They're most popular for their assorted rice platters with beef or chicken as meat options, lunch specials (see specific hours from the menu), fried rice, and stir-fried lo mein noodles. Before getting the curry rice noodles served to the table, our two orders of the hot tofu vegetable soup (small) are already brought over. There're definitely enough pieces of veggies in the soup like broccoli, carrot, celery, snow peas, tofu cubes and etc. Very flavorful and healthy plus more worth it in my opinion compared to other soups that have a lot of corn starch mixed with water on the menu. Now, let's move back to the Singaporean Mei Fun. Like I've mentioned it from before, I don't know whether the chef has been having a bad day or whatever new is going on, but the curry rice noodles has gone downhill as the quality wise. In fact, its taste is so salty that I'd to drink two cups of tea afterwards. This is not good, not good at all. Normally, it used to have just the right amount of flavors and spices...so I find it pretty disappointing and underwhelming to say the least. Now, it's the time to step up and bring your A-game!!! Lastly, the staff brings over the check and two individually-wrapped fortune cookies to our table. Plus, she mentions along the line of "you guys can just pay the amount written on here when both of you are ready, we've included the tips in the bill so that it's easier for you guys." Whoaaa, wait the minute, whaaaat?!? You can't and aren't supposed to just add the whatever percentage tip you think we should tip you by adding that into the bill! So, we'd calculated the bill once again and decided to tip $2 each. Nothing more and nothing less. It just turned us away even more when restaurants try to do that to customers. Such a dishonest and cunning thing for a restaurant (let alone a person) to do that to regular customers who've been eating there for years. Ohh well, let's just say that you've really killed it for yourself! Good going there, Main Noodle House!!! We're never going there again. read more

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It may be small, but the food quality is inverse to its size!! Oh my. I had a spicy chicken noodle bowl. Let the games begin!! WOW. It was served up quickly and hot. The depth of flavors was amazing. The chicken, cut into perfect bite sizes was abundant. The noodles were just the best. Wear a bid the red soup will send your shirt to the dry cleaner if you are messy. read more

Main Noodle House - Spicy - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

HUGE lunch portions. great prices. incresibly fast service during the lunch hour. heres the hard part, i didnt love my meal, but didnt hate it. i feel they rushed it out and it suffered since it was lunch. here's why.. chicken and corn soup - honestly not bad. plenty of little piece of chicken. egg drop style. pieces of corn. it was a nice cup too. general tsos tofu. loved the amount of fried tofu, this was great. only 3 pieces of broccoli, kinda let down. and the sauce was not tso sauce, this was basically a sweet n sour, which didnt taste good even for that. i was so let down. also, i chose veggie fried rice. the rice wasnt fried, and they did a poor attempt at pouring soy sauce on it to make it seem like it was "fried rice". little to no fried egg. i did however, take most of it home, spiced it up and fixed it up, turned into great leftovers. probably best to come back not during the lunch hour. read more

Bomb ass Lemongrass chicken entre here! Whole pieces of fresh garlic, fresh lemongrass, fresh ginger pieces! I also had the Singapore curry noodles which is also excellent. read more

I ordered the beef and broccoli with fried rice and won ton soup. EVERYTHING was super, duper YUMMY!!! I live in OH, but from the East Coast and it was soooo great eating good "American" Chinese food!!! I have quite around American because I've been to Hong Kong and have truly experienced REAL Chinese cuisine. Great price. Great service. Although it's a small space, I recommend this spot!!! read more

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This place used to be my favorite lunch spot when I worked in the garment district , haven't visited it for over 5 years and decided to come here for a quick bite when I was in the area. I ordered roast duck with wonton soup ($15.75), and pay extra $3 to add noodles because it doesn't come with noodles. I must say I am disappointed as it is just not that good as it used to be. The egg noodle is probably the best part of the dish, but that's pretty much it. The roast ducks are basic all fat and only have very little meat, it also smells very meaty ( not in a good way) . Soup tastes like MSG and is very artificial flavor, wonton is also nothing to sing about. This bowl of soup noodle costs almost $20 before tip ( the charge 3% credit card fee ) and it seems over-priced. read more

Main Noodle House - Roast Duck and wonton soup - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Great food and great service. Would recommend to anyone. Orange chicken and curry are amazing

Yess the food and service is very good. The food take time but it's worth it. The ambiance is nice and clean.

Old school NYC Chinese restaurant. The decor and atmosphere are not fancy but it's clean and the service is friendly. Plus, the food is good and affordable. My favorite dish is the Salt & Pepper Fish Filet (under House Special). Also, the lunch specials are a very good deal. read more

Excellent Chinese restaurant, small but very comfortable. The food has that NewYork authentic Chinese food I was accustom to from decades of living and working in NY. The chicken with cashew nuts is my favorite. All the dishes are fantastic, I wish this place was near my house. read more

We walked by Main Noodle House a number of times this weekend and it was always busy. So tonight, as we walked through the pouring rain, we decided to give it a try. The inside of a typical Chinese restaurant; lots of tables tightly placed around the space. Service was very quick and food came out quickly. We had very good pork egg rolls, steamed mixed dumplings, and Singapore Rice Noodles with chicken, pork and shrimp. The food was delicious and plentiful. We saw a bunch of other dishes come out that looked good too! I'd ask my wife to eat there again tomorrow but we agreed on one Chinese meal this trip! Go and try it yourself!! read more

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Solid food. As authentic as I would want or expect for a midtown lunch spot, especially the non-lunch menu items. Service is fast and efficient for pick up. Ambience could be better, with fairly cramped seating. Still, you're here to eat and go. Lunches are solid and filling. I could probably do without the soup and save a few bucks but the variety is welcome. I liked the fish dishes but the pork chops are a solid choice too. If you're a modest eater you could probably make two meals out of the lunches which would make it a bargain. Otherwise it's a solid comfort meal for a homesick Hongkonger. read more

Main Noodle House - L73. Fish Fillet with Mixed Vegetables Lunch - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

I like how fast they are. It a great spot for a quick lunch with quality authentic food. Fried chicken on point read more

Chinese Cantonese authentic Restaurant. Clean place. Quick service. Last with Fortune cookie. Food good portion and spicy just right as Cantonese style read more

Main Noodle House - 64. Singapore Mei Fun - Chinese Near Me - New York, New York

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Main Noodle House is a Chinese Restaurant in 6th Avenue, NYC that serves classic Mandarin fare, and also diverse selection of Asian Cuisine. Food is always good, and delicious. Reasonably priced, good portions, and quick service. Busy and eatery like atmosphere, almost a given if food is delicious. Check it out! read more

Came in last minute on a Friday night and was pleasantly surprised. We tried the fried pork dumplings, fried chicken, curry chicken soup, and shrimp lo mein. The fried chicken was hot and fresh! That was a good pick. I would skip the dumplings next time, they were okay, nothing worth raving about. The soup was decent, I'd like a little more flavor, but my sister really enjoyed it. The shrimp lo mein was good, but idk it needed some sauce. We asked for duck sauce but it was waaay too sweet, tasted like cotton candy. Overall the plate was good though, that just would've set it off. I'd say I've give this place a solid 7/10. The service was good, the portions are huge, everything piping hot and fresh, and the price is super reasonable. read more

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Main Noodle House is one of those places that proves simple food can still be unforgettable. The dishes were flavorful, fresh, and came out fast, three things I always look for in a good spot. The staff was incredibly friendly too; they made the place feel warm and welcoming the second I walked in. If you're craving Chinese food that tastes homemade but hits like restaurant-quality comfort, this is the place. I left full, happy, and already planning what to order next time. Definitely recommend! It reminded me alot of the Chinese places in the Bronx so it gave me a reminder of the borough I come from. read more

This place can be very crowded at times for dining in, but I've never had to wait for a pick up order. In an area where there a lot of casual /fast restaurants it's nice to have a choice of a homestyle meal especially when it's cold outside. The food is always fresh, the staff is cordial, I don't go to sit often but at times when I did I've seen the staff greeting their regulars and asking - "usual?!" So I can tell they have repetitive customers and overall the vibe is friendly. The restaurant is clean. The tables are close together so you'll have to be comfortable with that if you choose to dine in. Now the main reason I go there is for the Hot and Sour Soup. It's one of the best I've tried. So good. The Singapore Noodles are special too. Aside from that it's not very different from other Chinese food places ,but the food is always fresh , veggies and meats. So if you're craving some good hot food in this area it's a great choice. They have lunch specials ranging from $11 to $14.50 and for the amount of food and quality it's a fair price for NYC. If you need a place to sit to enjoy your takeout there's the Herald Square triangle close by with tables, chairs and your friendly pigeons. read more

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