Refined Shanghainese cuisine w/ expert dim sum & unique appetizers. A must-try for authentic flavors!
This Shanghai-style Chinese restaurant in Murray Hill offers an expertly refined and authentic culinary experience. From signature appetizers like the chili oil-infused pig's ear to exceptional dim sum, including savory soup dumplings and sweet caramelized pork buns, every dish is a delight. Even a simple meal of appetizers and dumplings can be incredibly satisfying, with the Chinese sausage fried rice being a highly recommended main.
Specializing in Shanghainese cuisine, this restaurant is lauded for its expertly refined dishes and exceptional dim sum. Signature items include the chili oil and peppercorn seasoned pig's ear, savory pork and crab soup dumplings, and sweet caramelized pork buns. The Chinese sausage fried rice is also a highly recommended main course. While generally well-received, one commenter advised against ordering soup dumplings for delivery.
"Signature dishes include the chili oil and peppercorn seasoned pig's ear, savory pork and crab soup dumplings, and sweet caramelized pork buns. The Chinese sausage fried rice is also highly recommended."
Customers consistently praise the high-quality and authentic regional Chinese, particularly Shanghainese, cuisine, noting the refined cooking and satisfying dishes.
Important Note
One comment suggests avoiding soup dumplings for delivery.
"The original poster acknowledged Little Alley as a recommended option after Casa Mono was booked."
Positive"Little Alley was recommended as a bib gourmand winner where one can usually walk in."
Positive"Little Alley is recommended as a Chinese restaurant in the area."
Positive"This user listed Little Alley as a potential restaurant to consider."
Neutral"The commenter enthusiastically recommends Little Alley."
Positive"Little Alley is suggested as a good dining option near Midtown East."
Positive"This user mentioned that Little alley on 3rd has a 'fish blossom' which might be similar to the requested dish."
Neutral"The user recommended Little Alley for Shanghainese cuisine."
Positive"The author suggests Little Alley for delivery, noting its consistency but advising against getting soup dumplings to go."
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