Chow House 德悦轩

★★★★☆ 4.4 (751) • $$

"Tasty takeout Chinese. The chicken was white meat, the shrimp was cooked perfectly with a perfect amount of flavor. The scallion pancake was divine. The fried rice was plentiful will definitely have to try in person!"

Kuu

★★★★☆ 4 (879) • $$

"My favorite spot for ramen in the financial district! Kuu almost always has a line out the front because it's so good, but it moves quickly. When you eat in, the space is small inside and you might share a table with others but they have dividers set up so you don't feel like you're sharing. Get the tonkatsu broth! It is cozy, hearty and comforting. The chili ramen special is also good and has a nice bit of spice. We also enjoyed the karaage chicken. Service is prompt and friendly. They made sure my water cup was never empty. You can also order beers, sake or sodas and juices, and for dessert they have sesame and matcha ice cream. We have also ordered take out which is nicely packaged, flavor travels well."

Topaz Thai Authentic

★★★★☆ 3.5 (976) • $$

"Good Thai food. Service is quick. We were four after the NYC marathon and quickly got a table and served. Cocktails were decent. Place looks clean and smartly decorated."

The Red Flame

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (690) • $$

"FOOD: I didn't try any "food", though I will say they had a pretty large menu. From breakfast delights to dinner, they seemed to offer a little bit of everything. I did order cheesecake and a hot chocolate, and my Judez ordered hot chocolate and key lime. My cheesecake was delicious btw... as long as the cocoa. SERVICE: Fast. Accurate. Polite. Nothing more, nothing less. AMBIANCE: If you're from NYC, then it's just a typical diner. This one is off 42nd and 6th I think. So, midtown, Times Square (just not IN Times Square, which is obviously a good thing). If you're not from NYC, just imagine what you'd think a diner in the city is like; it's like that. I really liked it. Cheesecake was good and hot cocoa was too. Close enough to Times Square and Broadway without being RIGHT on it. Neat little diner. Fast service. Decent prices (actually on the cheap side as far as other places in the city go, which is a good thing). Good food. Big menu. Open late."

Cheli

★★★★☆ 4.2 (421)

"By far, the absolute best Chinese food we've ever had. If you're a fan of braised pork and eggplant with a side of rice and mapo tofu, you literally won't find a place that serves it better than Cheli. All the food here is a 10 out of 10 and literally nothing will disappoint. Service is also great, just make sure to get a reservation before you go or the wait is going to be pretty long. It's a medium sized space but the decor is awesome. It's just an overall great spot for a date night and you'll leave absolutely stuffed."

Ramen Ishida

★★★★★ 4.5 (358) • $$

"I got the New York style shoyu ramen with half the noodles and the spicy paste on the side. It was freaking delicious. If it had come standard with more/a variety toppings, it would be my favorite ramen in the city. As it is it comes with chasiu and chicken and half an egg, but then one piece of cilantro (literally one leaf ahaha) and like 3 wood ear mushrooms, which felt a little crazy for the price. But I sucked the broth down like it was the last Coca Cola left in the dessert; truly delicious.The staff was super friendly even though I was a bit confused on how to order lols and I was able to get a seat no problem! but the place is small so I did see a few people get turned away or quoted long wait times.Will be back because the broth is addictive but I might sneak some bean sprouts or scallions in in my handbag"

Burp Bowl Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (309) • $$

"Good beef noodle soup. Good portions. Great soup. Tasty beef. Lamb rice noodle also very impressiveJust enough spice it. Affordable price."

Kyuramen - Times Square

★★★★☆ 4.3 (320) • $$

"I met an old colleague here for lunch and was pleasantly surprised. Ramen is always touch and go but this place hit the spot for quality and flavor factor!I ordered the combo 1 ( ramen chicken soup , bao and machta pudding) for $25. The ramen dish was super flavorful and for an extra $1 they added spicy noodles which wasn't that spicy actually. I had the chicken and the soup was delicious - I prefer it to be more temperature hot but it was hot enough. Prior to that I had the beef bao roll which was tasty and a great appetizer!Unfortunately I was t crazy about the dessert and pretty much left it alone I'd come back and order the popcorn chicken as well as a different type of ramen - Overall I was happy with the meal and the service"

Omakase Sushi Dairo

★★★★★ 4.6 (132)

"I recently dined at Omakase Sushi Dairo in NYC and it was an absolutely delightful experience. This sushi spot has quickly become one of my favorites in the city, thanks to its unique offerings and exceptional sushi.The highlight of Omakase Sushi Dairo, which sets it apart from other sushi places, is their free sake and BYOB policy. As a sushi enthusiast, I found this to be a game changer. The complimentary sake perfectly complemented the sushi, enhancing the flavors and overall dining experience. The BYOB option adds a personalized touch, allowing you to pair your favorite drinks with their exquisite dishes.The sushi itself was phenomenal. The chefs at Omakase Sushi Dairo are masters of their craft, serving up some of the freshest and most flavorful sushi I've had in NYC. Each piece was a work of art, with attention to detail that speaks volumes of their dedication to quality.The ambiance of the restaurant is intimate and inviting, making it an ideal spot for both casual dinners and special occasions. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable, adding to the overall positive experience.In conclusion, Omakase Sushi Dairo is a must-visit for sushi lovers in NYC. The combination of free sake, BYOB, and top-tier sushi makes for an unforgettable dining experience. I'm already looking forward to my next visit!"

Rua Thai Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.6 (127)

"Solid So-so. The curry puffs were mushy. The Pad Thai didn't have much in it other than the protein and noodles"

Rosella

★★★★★ 4.7 (100)

"This place really is excellent.The service is great, and the environment inside is super nice bar seating throughout the restaurant I tried the chefs experience, he brought me a bunch of stuff and everything was VERY good. I am not exaggerating when I say I tried nearly everything on the menu today & NOTHING was bad.The food was EXCELLENT.The best dish by far was the grits - so much flavorThe fish slider was also super super goodThe spicy avocado hand roll is ELITE as well. I say go in with an open stomach and open mind and you'll be amazed. Strongly recommend."

Green Garden Village

★★★★☆ 4.1 (113) • $$

"Excellent place for roasted meats in Chinatown. They raised prices slightly recently, but quality remains consistent and quantity will knock you into food coma."

Little Myanmar

★★★★☆ 4 (111)

"**CASH ONLY!**I came here yesterday for casual dinner with a friend. It is a rather small hole in a wall, no frills restaurant. Maybe a few tables at most? We walked in and were seated immediately around dinner hour. It definitely does give off a friendly home-y vibe. Service was very courteous and it felt like a family owned business. There were two people working, one that was cooking, and the other that was working the front of store.The food itself was great! I personally am a big fan of Burmese food and I brought a friend who's fresh from the Bay Area. I would say we didn't come with super high expectations, but I can say we enjoyed every dish and were very stuffed!Tea Leaf Salad (original & medium sized) - It was really good! The fermented tea leaves were definitely better than ones I've had in the past. We wanted the anchovies add-on, but they didn't have it the day of. It comes in both medium and large sized. I would say the medium can feed 2-3 people!Yellow noodles with chicken and eggs - delicious! Beef Curry - also very delicious! Burmese pancake - I was very eh about this actually. The flavors were okay, but I wished there was more of a kick compared to the other dishes.We ordered a bit too much, but no regrets! I would come back here to try more of the food here. If I lived closer I wouldn't mind coming here regularly :)"

Suram

★★★★☆ 4.3 (93)

"We love this neighborhood gem. Very local, always fresh and great service. The sushi is fantastic. Love the crispy rice and creative rolls. And the ramen is some of the best on the UWS!!"

Ari Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (89) • $$

"I got take out from here a couple nights ago and it was good sushi! We got the Philadelphia rolled, lobster tempura and the spicy dinner box. The food tasted really fresh and the staff was friendly. I also shared this food with a friend and it was plenty for two people. The restaurant seemed nice too when we went to pick up the food - a little on the casual side but still a good place to sit and eat"

1915 Lanzhou Hand Pulled Noodles

★★★★☆ 4.4 (78) • $$

"We ordered 3 things to try:N1.Signature Lanzhou Beef NoodlesD1.Special Dry Beef NoodleB2.Traditional Pan Fried Buns/6 PcsD1 was my favorite. The noodles were perfectly chewy and well-coated in the spicy sauce, and there was decent serving of beef. N1 was good but I do wish the soup had a beefier flavor to it. The dumplings weren't my favorite but that's because I don't like doughy buns."

Al Badawi

★★★★☆ 4.2 (85)

"The interior and the decor is so beautiful and inviting! We came for an early lunch and the food and service were fantastic. I got the mix shawarma platter and it was a very generous portion and had plenty for leftover. Highly recommend a visit!"

Bstro 38

★★★★★ 4.5 (65)

"My girlfriends went to Bstro 38 after a matinee and we were blown away by the service & food. Ashley was our server and she was sweet, knowledgeable and fantastic allAround. Goode & Starlet were dinner and friendly as well. The chef also needs to be commended. The dishes were beautiful and the food was amazing. The homemade guacamole was delicious."

Mei Lai Wah Wonton Noodle

★★★★☆ 3.7 (61) • $$

"Wonton noodle is my favorite restaurant in Chinatown. It recently moved to this location which a bit bigger than the previous one. The service is amazing and the workers always do their best for us to get our food fast and everyone is friendly. They have the best wonton soup, which you can order with or without noodles. The portions are big so I usually order a soup and appetizers or one other entree to share with the family. The duck is very juicy and flavorful, I normally do not eat duck but I could not resist here. The pan fried noodle and garlic ribs are also delicious!"

Mountain House

★★★★☆ 4.3 (31)

"Ambiance (5/5): The interior is beautifully decorated. It was nice and bright, low volume that you could hear each other. The decorations felt immersive and welcoming.Service (5/5): You can tell it's great service when the wait staff all have walkie talkies! We were seated for our reservation time immediately but right beside the entrance. We asked the hostess if we could move away from the cold draft and she said all the tables were accounted for. However, she offered 1 hand warmer for each of us!! Wow, never had that offered before.Cocktails took more time to arrive than our mains and were super strong!Food: Be warned that the Sichuan food here is extremely spicy, even the mild option! While I was okay, my other guests found it way too spicy for their palate.Swing Pork Belly (3/5): The cold slices were unmarinated and required the dipping sauce for flavor. This was a nice picturesque dish but nothing to write home about. For those that can't handle spice, this was the only dish that wasn't spicy that we ordered.Beef slices in hot and sour soup (3/5): This was a unique flavor that I was not expecting. The soup was sour but also reminded me of traditional Chinese medicine or something that my parents made for me when I was sick. Although the beef was tender, I found it a bit too sour for my taste.Mapo Tofu (5/5): The tofu had a nice film of chili oil and the minced beef gave the dish some more flavor. It went lovely when mixed with white rice.Pepper Chicken (4/5): The cubed chicken pieces were all tender. The mild flavor of the hot peppers caused a numbing effect. I thought it tasted great!"

Anmwey Eatery

★★★★★ 4.5 (21) • $$

"I just ordered some food and am so happy I did. The food is excellent and I am so excited to have a Haitian restaurant near me. Thank you."

Curry Mee

★★★★☆ 4.4 (20)

"A Malaysian restaurant! In Park Slope! And it's actually good! I never thought I'd see the day. The two of us ordered a bunch of dishes, alarming our waiter until we reassured him that we'd be packing copious leftovers.In terms of standouts, the ong choy Malaysian style a.k.a. water spinach with sambal sauce was excellent and so flavorful. My friend loved the satay beef, which was juicy and tender. The roti canai only had one little piece of roti, but I liked that it was thicker than usual, and the accompanying curry with potato and chicken pieces was very tasty.Dishes that weren't as top notch, but still good: For the red curry duck... holy moly, this was some of the best cooked duck I've had in a while. They give an abundant portion of meat with perfectly crispy skin. It's honestly a dream for duck fans. The rest was only okay, though. The dish was oddly lacking in curry sauce itself, and I wasn't a fan of the okra here, which achieved peak levels of sliminess. The Hainanese chicken was tender in a delicious soy sauce marinade, with the requisite ginger scallion sauce and tangy chili sauce. I just wish the chicken rice had been a little more moist and oily, really soaking up that chicken fat or stock like I prefer.I'd also highly recommend the teh tarik, which was milky but not too thick, and hit just the right level of sweetness."

Ma Brooklyn Thaiger

★★★★☆ 4 (12)

"The hub and I went back today -- exactly one week from our first visit -- as we were craving the pad thai. The server (she may be the owner, I should've asked) recognized us right away and when we order the minced chicken basil again she knew we wanted it much spicier than it was last weekend. They amped up the spice level significantly and it was perfection, I'd imagine it's how this dish is traditionally supposed to be (rather than "dumbed-down" to appeal to a wider audience). Following up the spicy with the slightly sweet pad thai was definitely the move. I've increased my rating from 4 to 5 as both dishes were the best we've had. Keep up the good work, MA!(In my original review, I mentioned the off-putting music selection and that it was way too loud. Today, the music was lovely, a jazzy upbeat piano soundtrack. The volume was still too high -- it should simply be in the background. The other environmental tweak they could make it turning up the heat a little, as it's a bit cold in there.)"

Fok Noodles

★★★★☆ 3.8 (9)

"Service here was sooo quick and friendly. They speak English and accepts credit cards. Food came out fast and fresh. Ambiance was clean."

EA Dumpling

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (5)

"Service is excellent the food is great and great tasting. This price is reasonable.im having steamed pork dumplings. Neil helped me to order my food"

Benjamin Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$$$

"Came here for an office lunch for the holiday. The ambiance was very old school. The waiter wasn't amazing but the rest of the waitstaff who helped us was great. We got the bacon and some apps to start. The bacon was so fatty I couldn't even eat mine. The shrimp cocktail was a little tough and not that good. I got the chicken parm. It was ok. My coworker got the king crab legs and it was absolutely disgusting. She sent it back and they were nice enough to take it off the bill. My other coworker got the prime rib and it was HUGE"

ICHIRAN Midtown

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$

"Showed up to Ichiron on a busy Saturday night. The wait was long, roughly 45 minutes in the cold, but this place is definitely worth the wait. Once inside, we waited in a short line just before ordering at a digital kiosk that allowed us to fully customize our orders. The young lady in charge of the front desk was very type A, though that is likely needed in her position. She was organizing multiple dining parties at once as well as keeping track of who orders what, who sits where, and which dining seats are full/empty/being bussed. She was on top of it, and that was greatly appreciated when encountering such a unique dining experience. We were seated after a short wait after ordering and holding on to our receipts showing which customizations we ordered. We were seated in seats 14 and 15. Each seat is a small cubicle-type area, seen in the photo provided. Very cozy. There are hooks behind you for placement of coats. There is free filtered cold and hot water. Seats are lined up one after another in a row with everyone facing the same direction. I was immediately greeted by the Japanese worker behind the short gap at the bottom of the wall at the back of my seat's cubicle. They took my receipt, thanked me for dining there, then returned shortly to drop off my drink and toppings. The experience was cozy, comfortable, calming, warm, polite, and wonderful.The ramen was incredible. Ichiron's special spicy sauce is unlike any other slice I've tried in any other ramen. The broth was warm, mouth-watering, and satisfying, and the pork chashu was melt-in-your-mouth tender. So delicious. You can tell they've fine tuned their spice concoction to perfection. I got level 4 spice which was perfect, not too overwhelming but just enough for a little kick of heat. The noodles were perfectly cooked. Fun fact: you can choose between 5 different levels of firmness/softness of noodle types when ordering. I went with the recommended option #3, right in the middle. The meal was delivered without much wait and was accompanied by the cook giving a short bow, common in Japanese culture as a sign of respect and thanks. I loved the interactions with the cooks and server behind the cubicle. No eye contact was made, as the gap is just below chest level of the worker. This allowed the interactions to be polite, respectful, and much more complimentary than your usual American service. There was no tip expectation as well which was also appreciated. Overall, I would honestly rate this as my favorite ramen experience I've ever had. The ramen itself is at least top 3 I've ever had, and it's not number 3 more than likely. No matter the wait time, please do yourself a favor and experience Ichiron. I have no doubt it will be a highlight of your visit to NYC."