Iconic Chino Latino on UWS w/ massive portions. Must-try: crispy chicharron de pollo & shrimp in devil sauce.
Willa Moore revisits La Caridad 72, the beloved Upper West Side Chino Latino spot that reopened after a pandemic closure. Discover if the fried pork chops and other classics still hit the spot.
La Caridad 72 is a beloved Chino Latino spot on the Upper West Side that has reopened after a pandemic closure. While the new, shiny space may have lost some of its old-school charm, the restaurant brings back all the greatest hits, including the highly anticipated fried pork chop and shrimp in a sticky-sweet, bright orange devil sauce. The chicharron de pollo is as crispy as ever, and it remains a popular destination for those seeking familiar, comforting dishes.
La Caridad 72 offers a unique Chino-Latino fusion cuisine. Popular dishes include the crispy chicharron de pollo, fried pork chops, and shrimp in a sticky-sweet devil sauce. Lunch specials are noted for their excellent value.
"Highly recommended dishes include the crispy chicharron de pollo, fried pork chops, and shrimp in a sticky-sweet devil sauce. The boneless chicken crackling and fried rice combo is also a popular and generous option, as is the fried chicken lunch special."
Customers praise the restaurant for its generous portions and classic Chino-Latino dishes. The food is generally well-loved, though some miss the old-school charm of the previous location.
Important Note
Some commenters miss the old-school charm of the previous location, and the restaurant is noted to be better if waiter service is acceptable and it's not crowded, as much of its business is delivery.
"La Caridad 72 is mentioned as an inexpensive option within the user's area, known for its fried chicken lunch special."
Positive"La Caridad 72 is great if waiter service is acceptable and the restaurant is not crowded, with most business seeming to be delivery."
Positive"Caridad 72 was recommended as an amazing chino Latino place near Levain Bakery."
Positive"La Caridad is mentioned as one of the old-school Chino Latino places on the Upper West Side."
Neutral"La Caridad 72 is listed among several restaurant recommendations."
Positive"La Caridad 72 is praised for its massive portions and great mix of food, with the commenter currently enjoying leftovers."
Positive"La Caridad 72 is recommended."
Positive"The user notes that the restaurant is now called La Caridad 72."
Neutral"The user notes that La Caridad 78 is now called La Caridad 72."
Neutral"The user recommends La Caridad 78."
Positive"La Cardad, described as Cuban/Chinese, is located on 72nd street."
Neutral"Responding to a comment that La Caridad is not Mexican, this user clarified that it is Chinese-Cuban."
Neutral"This commenter visited La Caridad 72 and confirmed the food is the same as the previous location (La Caridad 78), also noting a good lunch deal."
Positive"This commenter stated that La Caridad is Cuban Chinese, clarifying its cuisine type."
Neutral"This commenter identified 'La Caridad' as a Chinese-Cuban establishment and mentioned it as a past go-to spot that remains solid even after reopening and relocating."
Positive"This commenter stated that 'La Caridad 72' replaced 'La Caridad 78' and provided a YouTube link related to it."
Neutral"The commenter reminisces about La Caridad 72 and UNO's Pizzeria being their old go-to spots after museum visits."
Neutral"For Le Caridad 72, chicken and oxtail were mentioned as recommended dishes. The user also mentioned always getting the fried chicken lunch special."
Positive"A user asked for a comparison between La Dinastia and Le Caridad 72, and for recommendations on what to order at Le Caridad 72."
Neutral"Le Caridad 72 was recommended as a place for quick bites on the Upper West Side."
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