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Chinatown Food Crawl
March 3, 2023
Guest Contributor, Ally Tuzzo
This guide will seamlessly lead you through the bustling streets of Manhattan’s Chinatown to try the best dishes from hidden gems. Make sure to hit the ATM first because most places only take cash, and come hungry because there is no doubt you will end the day feeling stuffed.
Guest Contributor, Ally Tuzzo
This guide will seamlessly lead you through the bustling streets of Manhattan’s Chinatown to try the best dishes from hidden gems. Make sure to hit the ATM first because most places only take cash, and come hungry because there is no doubt you will end the day feeling stuffed.
Mei La Wah
62 Bayard St
FOR: Pineapple pork buns that are guaranteed to be one of the best things you’ve ever tasted. Most definately a fan favorite you might want to get two. Eat them on the go as you walk to the next stop.
62 Bayard St
FOR: Pineapple pork buns that are guaranteed to be one of the best things you’ve ever tasted. Most definately a fan favorite you might want to get two. Eat them on the go as you walk to the next stop.
Xian Famous Foods
45 Bayard St
FOR: Hand-pulled lamb noodles that keep you going back for more. Buy a drink to cut the spice, and take some time to digest here while there is seating.
45 Bayard St
FOR: Hand-pulled lamb noodles that keep you going back for more. Buy a drink to cut the spice, and take some time to digest here while there is seating.
Super Taste
26 Eldridge St
FOR: Pork and Chive Dumplings at a narrow hole-in-the-wall dumpling spot. A bite-sized dish is perfect for this spot with limited seating. Make sure to get the chili oil.
26 Eldridge St
FOR: Pork and Chive Dumplings at a narrow hole-in-the-wall dumpling spot. A bite-sized dish is perfect for this spot with limited seating. Make sure to get the chili oil.
Shu Jiao Fu Zhou
295 Grand St
FOR: Peanut butter noodles that are deceptively delicious. You might be full at this point but these are too easy to finish.
295 Grand St
FOR: Peanut butter noodles that are deceptively delicious. You might be full at this point but these are too easy to finish.
Joe’s Steam Rice Roll
265 Canal St
FOR: Shrimp Rice Rolls that end the food tour at a Canal Street market to round out the day. Order at the Kiosk and shop around as you wait. As you can see they were so good that we ate most before remembering to take a picture.
265 Canal St
FOR: Shrimp Rice Rolls that end the food tour at a Canal Street market to round out the day. Order at the Kiosk and shop around as you wait. As you can see they were so good that we ate most before remembering to take a picture.
Kom King Bakery
90 E. Broadway St
FOR: A Chinese pastry if you are still looking for a little extra treat. Try the Japanese style cheese bun.
90 E. Broadway St
FOR: A Chinese pastry if you are still looking for a little extra treat. Try the Japanese style cheese bun.
Royal Seafood Co.
103 Mott St
FOR: A Dim Sum feast with complimentary tea at this bustling spot. I recommend sesame chicken, shrimp dumplings, mushroom and eggplant, mushroom noodles, and sweet and sour chicken. Every single thing was so delicious I couldn’t choose a favorite dish. Plus it is BYOB…
103 Mott St
FOR: A Dim Sum feast with complimentary tea at this bustling spot. I recommend sesame chicken, shrimp dumplings, mushroom and eggplant, mushroom noodles, and sweet and sour chicken. Every single thing was so delicious I couldn’t choose a favorite dish. Plus it is BYOB…
Chinatown Ice Cream Factory
65 Bayard St
FOR: An exotic-flavored ice cream to end the day. From lychee to black sesame to red bean, there is something new for everyone to try. A great dessert spot for those that love bold flavors.
FOR: An exotic-flavored ice cream to end the day. From lychee to black sesame to red bean, there is something new for everyone to try. A great dessert spot for those that love bold flavors.
ABOUT THE CONTRIBUTOR
Ally Tuzzo is a native New Yorker who is constantly inspired by the blend of cultures that exist on each street corner and keen on finding unique experiences. Beyond eating her way through New York City, she is a music, art and fashion lover, often attending concerts, exploring art galleries and sifting through thrift stores.