Chinatown Guides
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Holiday Gift Guide (Gift Cards)
The holidays are less than 5 days away! If you’re running out of time and scrambling to find a gift for friends and family, or simply don’t know what to get, buy a gift card from some of our fav Chinatown businesses!
New Openings (Fall & Winter 2024)
The last few months have brought an exciting new array of businesses and restaurants to our neighborhood! From cafes and bakeries to senbei to fried chicken, swipe above to see where to visit next with your friends and family.
Top Picks: Your First Time at K-Kimbap
Are you craving homecooked Korean food? K-Kimbap as started by Yoori who wanted to bring fresh kimbap and Korean dishes to NYC!
Fall Drinks & Bites
Fall is in full swing, and there’s nothing like a fall-inspired drink and snack to warm you up! Check out some delicious fall drinks from a few of our favorite Chinatown cafes!
Grace Young’s Top Picks at Mee Sum Cafe
Mee Sum Cafe is one of the most iconic spots in Chinatown, serving up traditional Cantonese food in an old-school setting. We’re excited to spotlight some of Grace Young’s menu picks, including a secret menu item that is in season until the end of the month!
Thanksgiving Dinner
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and many of you might be deep in dinner planning… Make it the best of both worlds by giving your friends and family a Chinatown Thanksgiving.
Halloween Candy
TRICK OR TREAT! Halloween is right around the corner, and our sweet tooth is waiting to be satisfied. See some of our favorite Asian candies and places to buy them in Chinatown!
Top Picks: Your First Time at Potluck Club
Are you looking for a fun + delicious twist on Cantonese classics? Potluck Club is putting a spin on old favorites while also paying homage to the neighborhood the owners grew up in.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2024
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time of harmony and remembrance where we spend time together with loved ones over a meal
Cold Summer Drinks
There’s nothing like a cold drink to gulp to cool off during a hot and humid summer day in NYC. Check out some of our favorite cold drinks in Manhattan Chinatown!
New Openings (Spring & Summer 2024)
This spring and summer have brought an exciting array of new businesses to Chinatown! From Vietnamese street food and pastries to sweet desserts to traditional and modern Cantonese fare, spend your weekends exploring what Chinatown has to offer.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (中藥學)(TCM) has been used to treat and heal the body. Practitioners harness the benefits of acupuncture, massage, and herbal remedies to ensure that your qi flows freely, which ultimately ensures the preservation of your well-being by balancing your ying and yang.
Top Picks: Your First Time at Noodle Village
Heading to Chinatown’s beloved Cantonese spot Noodle Village for the first time? We have you covered!
Top Picks: Your First Time at Sen Saigon
Heading to Chinatown’s new vegan Vietnamese spot Sen Saigon for the first time? We got you with some recs!
Hotpot
Some of the greatest memories are made at hotpot: arguing over the broth spice-level, one-upping each other’s dipping sauce combos, and then settling into a food coma after devouring a feast. From all-you-can-eat to KBBQ add-ons to no-frill spreads, use our guide to find the right spot for your next hotpot hang.
Chili Crisps & Chili Oils
In a world where food unites, we believe there’s room for all to thrive without gatekeeping flavors that belong to everyone. Let’s explore and savor the unique tastes of other brands owned by Asian entrepreneurs!