New York’s favorite bun shop is hitting its stride in its 2.0 era. We took a trip to Alphabet City with founder Eddie Huang for a closer look at the art of BAOHAUS, his debut novel, and, of course, a perfectly curated meal.
For those looking for a vibe while they eat – go elsewhere. If you just want to focus on the food in front of you, Yun Nan Flavour Garden should definitely be on your radar. Its a casual approach to time-honored dishes – beef noodle soup, dumplings, cucumber with chili oil, etc. We suggest trying its "Crossing Bridge" noodles where the ingredients are all separated, leaving it up to you to add the noodles, meats and veggies into the broth at your own pace.
YINGTAO is rethinking Chinese fine dining in New York, with a seasonal tasting menu and refined à la carte dishes that blend Chinese flavors with modern technique.
This Song dynasty-inspired tea house makes a case for slowing down. At Soft Hours, tea is less a drink than a ritual—and lingering is part of the experience.
Golden Palace is your standard banquet hall-style Chinese restaurant, and while it'll serve Cantonese-style fares all day, what we want to focus on for here is Dim Sum. If you're new to the act, think Chinese brunch, with small dishes meant to satisfy tastes and social eating moreso than fulfilling deep hunger. If the carts that arrive don't have what you're looking for, don't hesitate to order it directly from the waiters who can put in orders for you at the drop of a hat. "DIM SUM GALORE."
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