Last Updated: 16 days ago
Phone: (212) 941-0911
Address: 18 EAST BROADWAY 10002
Classic Chinatown dim sum w/ rolling carts & legendary Peking duck. Large groups welcome, but check for pork-free options.
Golden Unicorn is a prominent Chinese restaurant in Manhattan's Chinatown, particularly lauded for its traditional Cantonese dim sum served on rolling carts. While many praise the experience and the quality of dishes like Peking duck and clams in black bean sauce, some reviews highlight concerns about potential pork cross-contamination for those with dietary restrictions, and a few suggest the restaurant's quality has declined.
This Cantonese restaurant is renowned for its traditional dim sum experience, featuring rolling carts and a wide array of dishes. Highlights include the highly recommended Peking duck, small clams in black bean sauce, and honey walnut shrimp. However, diners with dietary restrictions should be aware of potential pork cross-contamination in some traditional items.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Peking duck (specifically the flaming duck), small clams in black bean sauce, and honey walnut shrimp. Traditional dim sum items are also popular."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment, praising the traditional dim sum experience with carts and specific dishes like Peking duck. However, some express concerns about potential cross-contamination with pork and a few feel the quality has diminished.
Important Note
Some traditional dim sum items may contain pork fat or lard, which could be a concern for individuals with dietary restrictions. A few commenters suggest that the quality might have declined over time.
"Golden Unicorn in Chinatown is praised for its great dim sum served on carts, which is both fun and allows for previewing food."
Positive"Had dim sum with carts at Golden Unicorn before visiting the Tenement Museum."
Positive"Golden Unicorn is a dim sum option with an elevator and restrooms on the same level as the dining area, enhancing accessibility."
Positive"The commenter simply added a '+1' in support of Golden Unicorn, indicating a positive recommendation."
Positive"Golden Unicorn is recommended for its elevators and a designated seating area on the first floor for waiting, which is beneficial for families with young children or those needing rest."
Positive"This commenter suggested trying Golden Unicorn and also advised walking into places in Chinatown, stating they've never had problems."
Neutral"This user listed Golden Unicorn as a good option for a large group Chinese restaurant."
Positive"The best time to visit Golden Unicorn is right when they open."
Neutral"This commenter noted that Christmas Day in Chinatown is very busy and advised going earlier to Golden Unicorn."
Neutral"The commenter mentioned that Golden Unicorn gets very busy after 12 PM on holidays like New Year's Day and Christmas, and described the food as delicious."
Positive"The commenter suggested arriving at 11:30 AM to avoid long waits at Golden Unicorn, as it gets crowded after noon on weekends and holidays."
Neutral"This user recommended Golden Unicorn as an 'old school' Chinese restaurant option for a large group."
Positive"The commenter states that Golden Unicorn is 'pretty bad these days' and advises avoiding it, despite finding it acceptable in the past."
Negative"The commenter mentions that the line at Golden Unicorn moves fast and that seating is typically at a four-top table or a shared banquet table, with unlikely seating for single diners with others."
Neutral"The commenter states Golden Unicorn is one of their favorite dim sum spots, alongside House of Joy."
Positive"Dim Sum Brunch at Golden Unicorn is recommended as a wonderful and unique experience for children. The commenter also notes that many places in Chinatown are suitable for kids."
Positive"This commenter recommended Golden Unicorn as a possible breakfast or brunch option, identifying it as a dim sum restaurant."
Neutral"This commenter mentions Golden Unicorn as a place they are a fan of."
Positive"This commenter suggested Golden Unicorn, noting it's a 10-minute walk from City Hall and popular with kids for its atmosphere and dumplings. They also mentioned it's BYOB."
Positive"Golden Unicorn is suggested as a non-traditional birthday brunch option for dim sum."
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