Thank goodness some classic Chinatown bakeries remain…read more First tried the mochi balls a few weeks ago and now I'm addicted. They're so delicate, great soft texture, nice balance of tasty/sweet and "not too sweet", and perfect size (about 2-2.5" diameter). $1.50 for two, but I just pay $2. Forgot to take a photo to share before gobbling them . Staff/owners (?) are always very sweet and helpful. Reading other reviews, looking forward to trying other things.

There's a lot more bakery goods availsble that isn't listed on the red menu display such as old…read morewife cake, mochi (2 for $1.50), chicken cookie (haven't seen these for a long time. Despite its name, it's actually made of pork lard), sponge cake rolls,

My secret post-Vietnamese sesame ball spot. Now it's on Yelp so less of a secret. Darkish inside…read more Lots of regulars lingering over their milk tea in paper cups. The sesame balls are 5 star.

I bought is on 7/19 around 6 pm. Brought it home and refrigerated. Made it halfway through one…read moreslice to find mold in the middle. This cake plus one sponge cake was $5.75 so wasn't cheap. Won't be coming back.

Fresh tofu! Fried tofu puffs! And the fresh fried crullers + soy milk you need for a proper…read moreTaiwanese dou jiang you tiao breakfast from 9 a.m. on! I love this narrow, old school, and yes, slightly dingy, little shop on Grand Street for all of the above reasons -- but also because staff are sincerely kind and friendly to customers of all backgrounds. (I overheard one in the middle of a smile-filled language exchange with a Spanish-speaking co-worker.) Unlike some places, there aren't covert second looks for African American friends I've brought by. There are a number of places selling similar products as Kong Kee. (There's another soy bean product specialist a block away, w/ a side trade in cheung fun, as well, like Kong Kee -- but the staff there are dour even to regulars.) Given that Kong Kee is of even quality with, or of higher quality than, other soy product specialists I know of in Chinatown, the lovely staff at Kong Kee easily tip the scales. Kong Kee has become our go-to. Two products to try here if you're not familiar: - Soy Milk / Dou Jiang -- It's completely different from what brands like Silk market as soy milk at Whole Foods. Dou jiang has a nuttier, more complex scent. My 10-year old likes Kong Kee's dou jiang the best since it's mild in scent and flavor, and not overly thick. (I know this is a stylistic preference. Some Buddhist temples are famous for selling very, very thick and concentrated dou jiang.) You can purchase it plain, or with sugar or salt added. - Douhua / tofu custard -- Think silken tofu. Then think double the silkiness. Think freshly made nutty aroma, still warm in winter (or chilled in summer). I think most folks eat it as a dessert with sugar syrup poured over and it is delightful that way. But I prefer to take mine home and drizzle it chilled with soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, chives, and cilantro. It's the most perfect summer dish I know.

Spiced Pressed and/or Pressed Smoked Tofu? If you know of…read moreany better, send me a message. I think Kong Kee's is tops. Oh yeah, maybe I'm irresistibly charming, but even as a first time customer, I was treated like a VIP.

Had the best egg tart here - flaky crust with smooth custard that wasn't too sweet. It was the…read moreclassic Cantonese style egg tart, not the Portuguese kind. Service was quick and friendly.

I grew up eating buns and cakes from Manna House bakery since school used to be in the area and my…read moremom also enjoyed their buns, particularly their pineapple buns. I don't usually come to the city often now but occasionally when I do, I'd make a stop here for a bun or two and a drink. Prices aside, I think everything here is just mediocre now. Drinks as well- feels like drinking water with a slight tea flavor.

I've been coming to this place for years and I am never disappointed. It's a simple corner café…read morewith your traditional Chinese buns and pastries. I usually get a cup of black tea in a paper cup and a coconut bun and make myself comfortable on their stainless steel tables. It doesn't sound that great, but on a cold winter day and you have a cup of tea and a warm bun, it's a special place. They also have some of the best buns in Manhattan Chinatown. You do need to bring cash, though, because they don't take anything else.

Have come here a number of times, although these days more likely to frequent other Chinatown…read morebakeries. While Sweets offers a number of tasty, reasonably priced options, with the turnover of business the staff doesn't always get time to clean up the space afterwards. (For example this time, although it was relatively empty at the end of the day, someone was sweeping up, but really needed to wipe down the tables.) Enjoyed now their Pineapple Roast Pork Bun, flavorful with a crumbly crust. My Curry Bun, a fried curry filled pie, was a little greasy. Many of these identical options, you likely will find in other Chinatown bakeries. Consequently, I would believe many of these items are not baked here. I stop by more out of convenience, on the way to the Canal Street Subway station. While they have some seating, maybe it's a better option if you're taking something to go.

Amazing gem in NYC's Chinatown! So good! And inexpensive for the quality of food. The Dan Dan…read morenoodles ($11.50) had a crispy fried onion on top of their shaved noodles with brilliant sauce. Not too spicy. Their brilliant green veggie steamed dumplings ($5.50) were a vivid color and tasted very nice as well. Small storefront with few high top spots to sit with a power outlet. I think they have a bigger dine-in location as well! Would definitely come back

This is a hidden gem in Chinatown near my job! It is a small and cozy spot for cheap bites! I…read morecannot believe they have char siu over rice or a chicken leg over rice for $5.99 plus tax which comes out to $6.50! They also got dim sum dishes like vegan dim sum, chicken curry buns, and spring rolls that are $5.50 to $6. It is pretty decent pricing in my opinion. But the worthiest dishes are still the char siu and chicken leg that no other dish can beat when it comes to pricing and the portion of the dish. The chicken leg I got today was very tasty and was cut into 3 parts with rice and cooked cabbage. The chicken was tender and juicy. It was barbecued and somewhat sweet. It came with soy sauce and hot chili sauce with chili flakes. I kept using the hot sauce because it was so addicting. It made the chicken so good! The place itself is really small with high bar seats that can seat 2 people on one side of the restaurant. There's also a bench by the entrance for people to sit and wait for their orders. Other than that it is not really convenient for large groups. It's best if you grab your to go. There's a self kiosk to place your order. There's also a convenience fee if you use your credit card.

Was in Chinatown and with so many options to choose from, this place was the lucky winner…read more Came for lunch and this place looks fairly new. The cafeteria style ordering system is always nice because being able to choose multiple dishes at reasonable prices can't be beat. There are plenty of seats and the food we gotten was simple yet delicious. Would definitely come again.

Super Bowl Dim Sum Bloom is a great spot if you're in the mood to sample a variety of Chinese…read moredishes without committing to full portions. Everything is already prepared and laid out, so you simply point to what catches your eye and they serve it up on small plates, kind of like a casual, self guided dim sum experience. At $5.99 per plate, it feels like a good deal at first, especially since you can mix and match and try a little bit of everything. I ended up grabbing a nice variety, and it was fun tasting different dishes in one sitting. My favorites were definitely the braised pork belly (rich and flavorful), the fish and the tomato with eggs, which was simple but really satisfying. There's plenty of seating if you want to dine in, but it's also super convenient for takeout. The only thing to keep in mind is that while each plate is inexpensive, it's easy to lose track and have the bill add up quickly. Overall, a solid choice for quick, tasty Chinese comfort food with lots of variety.

Joju serves some of the best Vietnamese sandwiches I've had. Great flavors and perfectly made.read more

I was in the Financial District, where I have not had the opportunity to check things out in a…read morewhile. I saw that a food court had opened recently on Broadway. It was not terribly busy at 11:30, but customers trickled into the Golden Mall after 12:15 or so. The namesake of a legendary food hall in Downtown Flushing, Queens, on Main Street highlighted in years past by Anthony Bourdain's No Reservations television programs among others. Indeed, to get to JoJu you descend downstairs as people have done so in Flushing's mall. This place has nothing really in common other than the name. JoJu is owned and operated by Chef Julie Wong. Bahn Mi is the specialty, but oddly enough, the beef bulgogi, typically associated with Korean cuisine is what caught my eye perusing the short menu. And what a bahn mi it is. The baguette is fresh, light, with a lightly crispy outer crust. The beef bulgogi is nicely seasoned with slightly sweet barbecue flavor and oh so tender. Wishing them luck as they have only been open a week.