Authentic Cantonese fare in Chinatown. Known for its traditional dishes & family-run vibe.
Nestled in Manhattan's Chinatown, Uncle Lou offers a taste of traditional Cantonese cuisine with a welcoming atmosphere that appeals to both locals and tourists. This family-run establishment is celebrated for its authentic flavors and has become a go-to spot for classic dishes.
Uncle Lou is a highly recommended Cantonese restaurant in Chinatown, praised for its traditional dishes. Specific highlights include sizzling black pepper beef short ribs, Peking Style Pork Chop, and various fried rice options like salted fish and lap mei. While some mention Hainanese chicken as excellent, it was noted as temporarily unavailable. Some feedback suggests that while generally good, certain dishes like string beans might lean towards Americanized tastes, and one user found the food to be mediocre and overly salty.
"Highly recommended dishes include the sizzling black pepper beef short ribs, Peking Style Pork Chop, and various fried rice options like salted fish and lap mei. Hainanese chicken was also noted as excellent. Some users also suggest it for roast duck and general Cantonese cuisine."
Customers generally have a positive view of Uncle Lou, frequently recommending it for its good food, and sometimes noting its history and atmosphere.
Important Note
Some users have reported negative experiences with food quality, describing it as mediocre or excessively salty. There was also some discussion and potential confusion regarding payment methods (cash vs. card) and pricing practices.
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Positive"This commenter lists Uncle Lou as a recommended restaurant in Chinatown."
Positive"Uncle Lou's was included in a list of restaurant suggestions for the FiDi area."
Neutral"Uncle Lou's is suggested as an additional recommendation for Chinese food in the Chinatown area."
Positive"This user suggested Uncle Lou for those seeking a slightly nicer dining experience in Chinatown."
Positive"Uncle Lou's is recommended for traditional Cantonese food served in a trendy setting. It is run by two generations of a Cantonese family."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"This user simply mentioned 'Uncle Lou' as a recommendation."
Positive"Uncle Lou in Chinatown is recommended for roast duck or more Americanized Chinese food like Gen Tso Chicken."
Positive"Uncle Lou in Chinatown is recommended for roast duck or more Americanized Chinese food like Gen Tso Chicken."
Positive"This restaurant is mentioned as serving thicker, chewier cheong fun, which might be closer to the desired noodle texture."
Neutral"While it has become more touristy, this is still the author's preferred spot for Cantonese food."
Positive"The user recommended Uncle Lou's for Cantonese cuisine."
Positive"The user, identifying as Cantonese, recommended Uncle Lou's for Cantonese cuisine."
Positive"The user listed Uncle Lou's as a recommended restaurant."
Positive"The user recommended Uncle Lou's for Cantonese cuisine."
Positive"The user recommended Uncle Lou's and Congee Village."
Positive"Uncle Lou is mentioned as a popular Chinatown restaurant for string beans, though the user personally finds them greasier and more suited to American tastes."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as a suggestion for dining in NYC that offers options for chicken, lamb, and seafood, suitable for those avoiding beef and pork and looking for rice-heavy meals."
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