Japanese BBQ restaurant offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere with soft jazz music and elegant, cozy décor. Spacious dining area suits both romantic dinners and company gatherings. Known for high-quality Wagyu and tender beef, it provides a refined yet inviting dining experience.
"The beef tongue here is perfectly sliced, tender, and flavorful."
"The beef tongue at these dinner spots is super good and tender."
"I love their lunch sets and would go again."
Good to know
You can bring in alcohol since they have not yet obtained a liquor license.
The $98 tasting menu is a solid choice for a special meal.
Lunch sets are highly recommended for a good meal at a reasonable price.
Small space filled with bright, colorful decor and real plants draping from the ceiling creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Smiling faces and family-owned warmth add to the cheerful, intimate vibe. Limited seating encourages a relaxed pace with a focus on authentic vegan Vietnamese flavors.
"The vegan banh mi here is so good, especially the pork belly."
"The pho broth is perfectly flavored and the banh mi is a tasty highlight."
"I love their tasty weekday lunch specials."
Good to know
The restaurant offers a fully vegan menu.
Seating is very limited at the restaurant.
There is no bathroom available in the restaurant.
Small space with three indoor tables and stacked boxes creates a low-key, casual setting. Atmosphere feels calm and cozy, suited for quick, affordable meals. Crowd tends to be those seeking authentic Taiwanese comfort food in a simple environment.
"This lunch spot serves the most authentic Taiwanese food I've ever tasted."
"These dinner spots serve the most authentic Taiwanese food I've ever tasted."
"It's my go-to spot for quick lunch."
Good to know
Seating is limited, making it better suited for take out than dine in.
The price for the 'lu ro fan' is $10.
The bento boxes are priced very reasonably.
Cozy spot with authentic Korean decor offers filling lunch deals under $30 like tofu stew with noodles. Dinner shines with yukgaejang and Korean fried chicken, perfect for families. Spacious tables create a quiet, inviting vibe for both meals.
"I loved the delicious Korean food at these dinner spots."
"The lunch combos fill me up and cost less."
"This lunch spot is the place to be for delicious Korean food."
Good to know
Reservations are not necessary as the wait is never longer than 5 minutes.
There is a long queue after 6:30 PM.
They stop service by 9 PM.
Small dining area with intimate atmosphere suits quiet meals. Lunch offers a quick 3 roll maki special in takeout containers. Dinner shines with fresh sushi and made-to-order steamed dim sum, perfect for dates or small groups.
"The lunch special here is a great deal."
"The sushi here is so fresh, it's some of the best I've had."
"The lunch specials offer great value."
Good to know
Take-out is recommended due to the limited seating.
The restaurant closes at 1am.
This is the only place open in the area until 1 AM.
Small dumpling restaurant with in-house dumpling making visible to diners creates an engaging experience. Atmosphere is clean and spacious with minimal seating and a calm vibe at the newer location. The place draws a steady crowd and offers great value for authentic Chinese dumplings.
"I love how tasty and cheap the dumplings are."
"The food fills me up without costing much."
"The place feels welcoming and friendly."
Good to know
The restaurant is cash only; an ATM is available inside.
For $10.50, you get 10 fried dumplings and 10 dumplings in broth.
You can eat very full for less than $10.
Small takeaway spot offers generous portions perfect for lunch or dinner. Enjoy affordable meals around $12 for two with highly praised dumplings. Romantic vibes appear under Chinatown and Manhattan Bridge lights despite minimal seating.
"The food is tasty and offers great value."
"The dumplings are fresh, juicy, and flavorful."
"This lunch spot offers an incredible value with 15 dumplings for $5."
Good to know
They only accept cash, so remember to visit an ATM beforehand.
The fried dumplings cost $5 for 15 pieces.
This place is takeout only with no seating available.
Classic tiny NYC spot with Mexican flair and colorful decor creates a cozy, buzzing atmosphere filled with neon lights and loud, fun music. Seating includes comfortable indoor booths, bar, and an outdoor patio on the corner. The place welcomes dogs and offers a lively vibe even when not crowded.
"The food here is spectacular and full of flavor."
"This lunch spot has delicious vegan options and great portion sizes."
"I loved the dinner vibe and tasty food."
Good to know
Everything on the menu is vegan.
If you plan on dropping in during the evening, make sure you have a reservation.
$15 for two regular/average tacos.
Small, unassuming restaurant sits in a gritty, rundown mall basement with flickering lights and a sketchy atmosphere. The space feels like an old-school local spot with cash-only payment and simple seating at card tables. It draws a diverse crowd and offers authentic, flavorful dumplings made at an impressive pace.
"The steamed buns and dumplings taste great and cost little."
"It's a cozy hidden spot with fresh food."
"They only accept cash, so bring some with you."
Good to know
You need to bring cash because it’s a cash-only establishment.
You can get everything on the menu for less than $20 at Fu Zhou.
$5 for 6 baos and $4 for 8 dumplings are unbelievably cheap in NYC.
Small storefront with outdoor standing tables creates a casual, takeout-focused vibe. Atmosphere feels down to earth and chill with a clean design and subtle Chinatown aesthetic. Energy stays relaxed as people eat quickly or walk around with food.
"The burgers are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly balanced."
"I keep coming back and highly recommend these burgers."
"The crinkle fries are crispy and packed with flavor."
Good to know
This restaurant is takeout only with no indoor seating.
Customers walk up and order at a window.
There are a few standing tables outside for customers.