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    4.8 (36 reviews)
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    Golden Salted-Egg Lobster and gingerale
    Jameelah S.

    I went for the Tuesday and Thursday lobster special for $24. There are other Cantonese style items on the menu as well as alcoholic beverages and soft drinks. I was first in the venue with 2 other patrons and the server was attentive. Shortly after I ordered the was a flood of customers and delivery people. The restaurant is chic and clean with some traditional Chinese elements around. I enjoyed my lobster if I get that one again I will ask for chili oil.

    Will N.

    Very impressive restaurant coming from the same minds behind Birds of a Feather. Upon walking in, I noticed the wall art composed of real-ingredients! Goes to show they don't mess when it comes to flavors. The Salted Duck Egg Tofu is phenomenal--only complaint is that I had to share it. Otherwise, I would've finished it all alone. Love seeing an all tendon dish. USA needs more of this. Yummy, chewy texture. Very tasty broth--reminds me of Vietnamese pho. The workers are so kind and playful too. They definitely added to the experience. Would love to come back.

    Lava Salted Egg Tofu
    Bichen Z.

    A tiny Chinese spot tucked away on a street corner, with only a handful of tables and an atmosphere that feels refreshingly personal. The chef once led kitchens at TAO, one of New York's iconic nightlife destinations. Now, having traded the city's buzz for something quieter, he tends a much smaller flame of his own. The menu strikes a thoughtful balance between the delicate elegance of Cantonese cuisine and the lively spirit of Sichuan flavors. The heat never overwhelms; instead, a gentle hint of Sichuan pepper lingers on the palate, subtle and memorable, like a story that stays with you long after it's told. It's the kind of place that comforts Chinese diners craving a taste of home, while remaining welcoming to those picking up chopsticks for the very first time. Nothing too bold, nothing too mild--just beautifully balanced, with flavors that land exactly where they should.

    Spicy Cumin Lamb/香辣孜然羊- Tender lamb, celery, onions, and cumin. $28. Standard, but good
    Glenn C.

    I went to this spot with both Szechuan and Cantonese food a good while back with a group. The staff was friendly, and the space is adequate. They have a nice selection of drinks for a Chinese place, including many cocktails, along with wine, beer, and a mix of teas. I had one of their many fancier teas, someone else had a non-alcoholic beer, and another guy had a cocktail. We had a mix of dishes, and it was all pretty tasty. We ordered a mix of Cantonese and Szechuan, though mostly Cantonese, and got the following: BoomBoom Crunch Ribs岭南咚咚骨- Juicy tea-marinated pork ribs with crispy rice crust. $30. Cantonese Braised Beef Tendon/港式炆牛筋- Slow-cooked tendon, winter melon, carrots, and garlic sauce. $28 Spicy Cumin Lamb/香辣孜然羊- Tender lamb, celery, onions, and cumin. $28 Lava Salted Egg Tofu/金沙脆豆腐 - Crispy tofu and salted egg. $26 Laifeng Pickled Cabbage Fish/来凤酸菜鱼- Fish fillet, pickled cabbage, tofu, napa cabbage, and bean sprouts. $28 Fried Eggplant in Garlic Sauce/鱼香茄子. $18 Black Pepper Beef Udon/黑椒牛炒乌冬- Tender beef slices, udon noodles, and black pepper sauce. $20 Fried Rice w/ Mustard Green Shoots /川芽菜炒饭- Sichuan preserved vegetables, eggs, onions, and scallions. $13 Cantonese Style Crispy Prawns/避风塘大虾- 8 prawns, crispy garlic, scallions, and chili. Our favorites were the tendon, udon, crispy prawns, and Laifeng Pickled Cabbage Fish. I wouldn't say any dish was bad, with only the Cumin Lamb and Fried Eggplant feeling standard, but good, and I would go back and try more. Excellent place overall.

    Chongqing Chicken
    Jarred F.

    This is like Szechuan food heaven on Earth. We got the Chongqing chicken, which is perfectly spicy and crispy which comes with their house chili sauces, which are absolutely out of this world. The service is impeccable, and they are so welcoming and appreciative of our patronage.

    Shanghai Soup Dumplings (4 pcs)
    Roberto R.

    If you're looking for a reliable neighborhood spot with excellent service, Twilight Lounge absolutely delivers. From the moment you walk in, the staff is warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, making you feel welcome right away. The food is consistently good, always fresh, and served quickly, and the drinks are well made and fairly priced. The team really pays attention to their customers--checking in at the right moments, happy to make recommendations, and always keeping things running smoothly. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable, perfect for a casual meal, drinks with friends, or a laid-back night out in the East Village. Great service can make or break a place, and Twilight Lounge gets it right every time. A true local favorite and an easy five stars.

    Springrolls witj dipping sauce

    Thursday, September 10, 2026. 2 p.m. table for one. I was warmly greeted and seated by Su who also brought me menus and iced water. She was very helpful with some drink items I was confused by. I chose a pour over coffee with ice which was nice and refreshing. Ordered the Special Lobster with salted egg and rice cakes. This dish was well made. NOT at all oily which was easy on the palatte. It was very fresh and flavorful. I also order the pork with peppers lunch set which came with 2 springrolls with a yummy dipping sauce. Fresh crisp and crunchy. Purple rice was done right. Individual grains that slumped just enough to be picked up with chopsticks. The pork had just enough brown edges to add another layer of flavor. The peppers were deserved so they were perfect. All the food was prepared and plated well. The ambiance, service, and food is top tier. Su made this dining experience as if i were not dining alone which was a nice gesture. If you are in the area definitely pop in for a drink or bite.

    Lara G.

    Decided to try this place out during the summer restaurant week. Based on the name I was expecting a dark and hipster asian restaurant, but it was actually light bright and unpretentious. The food was also delicious. And it was so fun that they included a cocktail as part of their restaurant week deal.

    Josephine L.

    My completely unfounded hypothesis for how Twilight Lounge came to be is that the founders wanted to open an authentic Canto spot but after market researching (AKA talking to the locals), they learned that New Yorkers are crazy for Szechuan food, so they decided to tack that on--because Chinese people are nothing if not people pleasers. And thus this Cantonese-Szechuan menu was born. The above is based on an untrue story. Now on to the food. - Wood Ear Mushroom Salad: Refreshing and perfectly spicy - Lotus Root Stir-fry Medley: Because we all need fiber. Get this classic stir-fry to make your bathroom trips more fun. - Crab Roe Silken Tofu: Soft and tasty, better than I expected. - Wong Fei Hung Prawns: If you look at this name and the Jet Li theme song doesn't automatically play in your head, you're not Cantonese enough to appreciate this dish. But it's okay; this dish is so good, it would win over a vegan. It was easily the star of the show, everyone's favorite. The prawns were plump and juicy, and the peppercorns were crunchy and satisfying--all coming together in the perfect marriage of mouth-singing flavor. We picked this clean like buzzards circling a dead rodent. - Sichuan Braised Fish: Our first taste of their Szechuan offerings, and the verdict is....pass! This was spicy, umami and complex, loaded with mouth-tender fish and veggies, and as comforting and filling as similar offerings at Szechuan restaurants. - Tea Smoked Duck Fried Rice: Not much duck, smoke or tea flavor. Not much duck either. I'd skip this unless you really want to blow money on fried rice. Service was friendly and attentive, and decor was modern chic. Twilight Lounge has stiff competition from the borough, but it surprisingly holds its own--esp. if you're in this neck of the woods and craving umami.

    Calamari
    Maria R.

    This if for 2 visits. First one was during the week for lunch. The lunch special fish came with cucumbers andspring rolls,the fish was crispy and full of flavor absolutely a must get. The truffle shumai was huge juicy and lots of truffle, the fried rice was delicious and the drinks tasty. Service is 10 out of 10 the lady who works there is so friendly and sweet she constantly checked up on us and talked with everyone at the table that it was so great we made a reservation for mothers day. Mothers day visit was fantastic she was there again to serve us and same fantastic service. Everything we ordered was hot flavorful fresh and worth it. We also got tea for the table which was refilled for us and the date dessert which was a nice ending to a wonderful mean. Definitely check it out they do specials during the week. We were told check the ig page to see them last month Thursday they did all you can drink.

    Twilight Special Fried Rice
    Ruby C.

    Growing up eating Cantonese food in Hong Kong, I can say Twilight Lounge is one of the best modern chinese restaurant in NYC. And yes, I'm biased toward Canto cuisine. While the menu features both Canto and Szechuan dishes, it leaned more Szechuan. We got most of the Canto dishes here. It gave me 私房菜 (private kitchen) vibes, and felt like a journey back to HK. *Canto Style Crispy Prawns 避風塘大蝦 $26 I didn't expect I could find "避風塘" (typhoon shelter) dishes in NYC. The 8 crispy jumbo prawns were tossed in crispy garlic and dried chili. It was less savory than the ones I remember, but I might prefer this version more. *Canto Braised Beef Tendon 港式炆牛筋 $28 This slow-cooked beef tendon has a jelly-like texture, and the juicy chunks of winter melon and carrots gave it a natural sweetness. *Twilight Special Fried Rice 朝暮炒飯 $18 I haven't had xo-sauce fried rice in a hot minute, so this one really hit. It had shrimps, lap cheong, corn, scallion and egg. I do wish it had just a touch more umami to round it out. *Crab Roe Silken Tofu 蟹粉豆腐 $25 The tofu was silky, coated in a rich crab roe sauce. You could actually see and taste the crab roe, with bits of crab meat. *Dan Dan Noodle 擔擔麵 $10 *Pork Dumpling in Chili Oil 紅油抄手 $10 I was also curious about the Szechuan dishes. The chili oil was aromatic and packed some heat. The dan dan noodles had a numbing spiciness, but the kick didn't linger too long.  *Glutinous Rice Ball in Sweet Rice Wine 酒釀圓子 $8 The BEST 酒釀圓子 i had in NYC so far. Lightly alcoholic and bursting with osmanthus fragrance. I only wished they could give more sweet rice wine soup because it was too good.  *Golden Coconut Milk Custard 脆椰奶金磚 $8 It had a soft coconut milk center, coated in a crispy and thin panko crust, just like 炸鮮奶 (deep-fried milk), and very lightly sweetened!

    Outside
    Timothy C.

    I finally had the chance to visit this new Chinese restaurant in East Village on Mother's Day. It's a cozy spot with a nice ambiance. They were able to accommodate our group of 9 and were giving any moms that ate there a bouquet of flowers. It was a nice gesture that several of the patrons appreciated. Twilight Lounge has a deal for lunch special sets from 11 AM - 3 PM every day. They come with several different items. For a meal in NYC, these sets are at an excellent price point. However, we opted to go family-style due to the size of our group so that we could try as many dishes as possible. All the dishes were solid, but the one that really stood out was the fried eggplant in garlic sauce. It was a favorite for several members of our group. The texture and depth of flavor in the sauce were exceptional. A few of us wrapped up the meal by trying the golden crispy coconut milk custard. It was crispy on the outside, piping hot inside, and was a nice little treat to end the meal with. The service was great and it seems like they are still experimenting with potential new dishes. I would definitely visit again in the future to try out more of their food.

    Crispy Garlic Fish
    Austin L.

    This new spot in LES is serving up some authentic Chinese dim sum and entrees. It is a small gorgeous space inside and they were doing a happy hour so we had to get some discounted dim sum. Service overall was good even though there were only two servers running everything while we were there. I really enjoyed all of the apps. The dumpling skins were strong and they all had lots of filling. The beef in the pancake was cooked perfect too. The tendon was chewy and hot. The fish was crispy but not too oily. The fried rice wasn't too salty and the beans were lightly fried and lightly salted. I do think they lower the flavors to accommodate to non-Asian customers though and wish they added some more MSG or salt to some of the dishes. Also, in June, if you spend over $60 you can draw a raffle ticket to win a Labubu.

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    Excellent food and service!! Great location and will definitely return. All of the dishes and cocktails were great

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    Great food, excellent on allergy awareness (have peanut and sesame allergy), will definitely be going back

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    Get the Dan Dan Noodles! The food & service was great! We just happened on to this place. So glad we did!

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    Food was delicious. Differently a upscale fusion. Very pretty decorative and good service. Will come back with friends.

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    Food is authentic and excellent. Probably the best Chinese takeout I've had in the East Village. Get the spicy beef udon.

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