Chinatown's go-to for authentic Cantonese flavors. Must-try: roast pork, duck, and hearty noodle soups. A no-frills gem that's always a hit.
A cornerstone of Chinatown's culinary scene, this Cantonese restaurant is celebrated for its authentic and flavorful noodle dishes and expertly prepared roast meats. Patrons rave about the tender roast pork and duck, as well as the comforting noodle soups. It's a no-frills establishment that consistently delivers a satisfying and delicious dining experience, making it a beloved spot for both locals and visitors seeking classic Chinese flavors.
This Cantonese restaurant is highly regarded for its authentic noodle dishes and expertly roasted meats, including a praised roast pork and duck. Customers frequently recommend the 'Three Meat Over Rice' and various noodle soups, noting the comforting and flavorful nature of the dishes. While generally well-received, a few mentions suggest some BBQ dishes can be dry, and one diner had a negative experience with cold, fishy food.
"Highly recommended dishes include the roast pork, roast duck, 'Three Meat Over Rice', wonton noodle soup, and the highly praised Salt Baked Soft-Shell Crab when available."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the authentic Cantonese cuisine, particularly the roast meats and noodle dishes, often citing it as a beloved and satisfying dining experience.
Important Note
The restaurant is cash only. Some patrons have noted that operating hours may have changed post-COVID, and it might not be open as late as it used to be. Availability of certain popular items, like soft-shell crab, can be inconsistent.
"Great NY Noodle Town in Chinatown is suggested for Chinese BBQ meats like roast duck, pork, and pig, to be ordered with other dishes like beef chow fun and vegetables for a group."
Positive"Great NY Noodletown was suggested as an affordable and easy walk-in option in Chinatown."
Positive"The author identified the yellow pocket dessert as mango mochi and described it as having fresh mangoes, unlike the frozen ones with ice cream often found in Canada."
Positive"The commenter asks about a yellow pocket dessert and its taste."
Neutral"Echoing a previous negative experience, this commenter also found their food cold, specifically the combination bbq over rice, despite having heard good things about the place."
Negative"The commenter notes that the mango mochi looks like it's from Golden Manna in Chinatown and finds it delicious."
Positive"The author confirmed that the mango mochi was indeed from Golden Manna bakery."
Positive"The commenter suggests the mango mochi might be from Golden Manna bakery in Chinatown and provides the name for verification."
Neutral"The author tried mango mochi from a place in Chinatown, which they found pretty good and fresh, noting that their girlfriend really liked it."
Positive"This commenter recommended Maxi's, NY Noodletown, and Noodle Village, advising to call ahead to confirm the ingredients in their shrimp wontons."
Positive"This commenter found that NY Noodletown only had shrimp wontons, contrary to their preference for wontons with pork."
Negative"The user expresses disappointment that Noodletown may now close at 10 PM, lamenting the loss of a late-night option."
Negative"The user inquires if Noodletown still closes at 10 PM, indicating a recent change in its operating hours."
Neutral"Noodletown in Chinatown is described as a classic late-night food destination."
Neutral"This restaurant in Chinatown is suggested as a good option for a cheap Christmas dinner."
Positive"The user believes Noodletown and Wu's Wonton King are close to perfect regarding wonton soup."
Positive"Despite hearing good things, this commenter had a very negative experience, describing their meal as 'disgusting' with everything being cold and tasting overly fishy, though the cabbage was decent."
Negative"A positive mention of Great NY Noodletown, particularly highlighting their soft shell crabs during the summer."
Positive"Great NY Noodletown is mentioned as a place the commenter likes for its wonton noodle soup and would visit more often if it weren't so busy."
Positive"A user asks for a recommendation for Chinese food without a long line, and in response, Noodletown is mentioned as a place with long lines."
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