Must-try Shanghainese Chinese spot in Chinatown! Known for amazing soup dumplings & fried seaweed wrapped fish.
This Shanghainese Chinese restaurant in Manhattan's Chinatown is celebrated for its authentic flavors and a wide array of delectable dishes. Customers frequently praise the "fried seaweed wrapped fish" and various dumplings, especially the "soup dumplings" and "fried dumplings," with some considering them the best in the city. Other highlights include "noodles," "scallion pancakes," and "spicy eggplant in garlic sauce," making it a popular spot for a flavorful dining experience.
This restaurant specializes in Shanghainese Chinese cuisine, with a strong emphasis on dumplings. Highly recommended dishes include the 'fried seaweed wrapped fish,' various types of dumplings like 'soup dumplings' and 'fried dumplings,' and 'noodles.' Some diners have also praised the 'spicy eggplant in garlic sauce' and 'scallion pancakes.' While the food garners significant praise, a persistent concern among some patrons is the restaurant's consistently low health grade.
"Customers highly recommend the soup dumplings, fried dumplings, fried seaweed wrapped fish, noodles, spicy eggplant in garlic sauce, and scallion pancakes."
Overall, customers have a very positive sentiment towards the food, frequently recommending the dumplings and other Shanghainese specialties. However, there are recurring concerns about the restaurant's health grade, which has been noted as a 'C' for an extended period.
Important Note
There are recurring mentions of the restaurant having a consistently poor health grade ('C'). One user noted that ordering only a single scallion pancake for a large group might annoy the staff.
"This commenter recommended Deluxe Green Bo, along with Maxi's and Noodle 3, stating they offer the best Hong Kong style wonton noodle soup."
Positive"Deluxe Green Bo is listed among several other recommended restaurants in Chinatown."
Positive"A brief mention of Deluxe Green Bo as a favored restaurant."
Positive"Deluxe Green Bo is listed among several other recommended restaurants in Chinatown."
Positive"Recalled a negative experience where a friend was recommended Deluxe Green Bo, and the first Yelp photo showed a bug in a dish."
Negative"This comment recommends GREEN BO for General Tso's chicken."
Neutral"Deluxe Green Bo is listed as a recommended spot for General Tso's chicken in Manhattan."
Neutral"This comment simply recommends Deluxe Green Bo for General Tso's chicken."
Positive"Wondered if the original poster tried the soup dumplings at Deluxe Green Bo, suggesting it would be a 'travesty' if they hadn't."
Neutral"Provided specific details from a September 2025 inspection, including issues with food temperature, toxic chemical storage, improper food handling, and evidence of mice. Also noted a March 2024 inspection with 73 points and evidence of pests."
Negative"Responding to the health grade concern, this user speculated it could be due to cleanliness or a bribe issue, after seeing the sesame chicken photo."
Neutral"The commenter loves Deluxe Green Bo for soup dumplings but has concerns about the restaurant's consistent 'C' health grade, suggesting they are not addressing kitchen issues."
Negative"The user had good food and great service at Deluxe Green Bo, opting for it when their original choice was closed. They specifically mentioned the Chicken Lo Mein and Sesame Chicken."
Positive"This commenter mentions that Deluxe Green Bo has had poor health ratings for years."
Negative"This commenter recommends Deluxe Green Bo among other places."
Positive"This commenter lists Deluxe Green Bo as a recommended restaurant in Chinatown."
Positive"This commenter states that many restaurants have poor health ratings but don't get caught during inspections."
Neutral"This commenter notes that Deluxe Green Bo currently has a 'C' health rating."
Negative"This commenter recommends Deluxe Green Bo."
Positive"This user recommended Deluxe Green Bo, noting its soup dumplings and sublime fried tiny buns. They also mentioned that the restaurant, like others in Chinatown, can be very busy on a Saturday night."
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