The best restaurants for dim sum in nyc chinatown

A few of our favorite spots for Dim Sum in NYC Chinatown

The best Dim Sum in NYC Chinatown is in Manhattan. Of course, this is a biased opinion, but we challenge anyone to prove us otherwise. Home to a Cantonese community for over 170 years, you’ll be hard pressed to find more authentic Dim Sum than in NYC Chinatown. I have a saying, “someone has to try all of the Chinese food in New York, and I think that person should be me.” Without further adeiu, here is my list of the best Dim Sum in NYC Chinatown

1. Dim Sum Go Go | Best Dim Sum in NYC Chinatown for people with dietary restrictions

Dim Sum Go Go has been one of our favorite spots for good reason, all the dumplings are made FRESH! The classic Shumai and Hargow are great, but they also do innovative dishes such as roast duck spring rolls. Their staff is very helpful and their menu clearly marks which dishes can accomidate certain dietary restrictions. If you’re gluten free, vegan, or anything else, Check out Dim Sum Go Go for some top quality dim sum in NYC Chinatown.

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2. Golden Unicorn | The best dim sum in chinatown nyc for a new york experience

If you want to go to Golden Unicorn, get there early, because there will be a line. If you do, you’ll be rewarded by taking an elevator up to some of the best Dim Sum in NYC Chinatown. Aunties and uncles will by pushing carts packed with goodness and inviting you to try what they have to offer. Don’t worry about being assertive, it’s welcomed and underneath the sometimes “business-like” exterior are a group of friendly people looking to help. Their Shumai are to die for.

3. House of Joy | Best location for great dim sum

House of Joy is a relative newcomer, but it’s incredibly delicious. Located right on Pell Street in the heart of Chinatown, this dim sum palace boasts a large location, white table cloths, and a small army of dim sum carts. They do fried dishes very well here, and we really like the fried shrimp with taro balls and the sesame balls. The line might look long, but it moves fast. If you’re looking to dine in the heart of it all, we recommend House of Joy for some great dim sum in Chinatown NYC.

4. Jing Fong | Classic Dim Sum in NYC Chinatown for a reason

Jing Fong used to boast a golden escalator that took you up two stories to the biggest Manhattan dining room we have ever seen. They’ve since moved to a smaller location, but it’s still big for normal standard. Jing Fong is one of the more famous places on this list, and it’s for good reason. They nail the classics, have a variety of high-end Chinese dishes, and have a beautiful setting. Their dumplings are, of course, amazing, but try their sauteed Chinese broccoli. You’ve never had vegetables that tasted like this.

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