If you regularly get Dim Sum, you know that East Harbor Seafood Palace is one of the classic spots…read moreto go to when in Brooklyn. As a lover of Dim Sum, I start my weekend morning by making the long commute just to get a taste of everything. The spot is constantly bustling with people moving in and out of the restaurant, the waiters running around, the carts strolling to each table, etc. These days, cart services have been decreasing, but it's nice to see that some spots have still kept them around. My rotation always includes the following-har gow, deep-fried noodlefish, shrimp cheong fun (rice noodle roll), zhaliang (fried dough rice noodle roll), chicken feet, and beef tripe-and now more recently, salt and pepper squid. I'm not even joking when I say this, but my mouth was salivating when they placed everything in front of us. Everything was fresh and just so full of flavor. I randomly get reminded of the taste and suddenly crave it again. We also have to thank the wonderful expeditors who would make sure we got everything we wanted. When the salt and pepper squid had run out of the carts, they made sure to request more for our table and got us a fresh, hot, and steaming plate of it. Everything at dimsum might seem very hectic and quick, but when you're sitting down with your family and friends, it can really feel calming. They also give you a choice of tea; we love getting chrysanthemum to wash down the grease from the fried food. There's no wonder people make this a weekly routine; it's just got everything you could need.

East Harbor Seafood Palace in Brooklyn is a place built for high volume, traditional Cantonese…read moredining, not a quiet sit down meal. The busy neighborhood setting means the interior is often shaped by crowds, and during peak weekend hours it fills up quickly. We saw people lined up outside waiting for tables before we even made it through the door. The core experience here is centered around classic push cart dim sum service. Servers moved through the dining room with carts, offering a rotating selection of dumplings, buns, and other small plates. We spotted har gow, shumai, chicken feet, and spare ribs as part of the typical spread. There were also more varied items like beef offal and pepper beef ribs that showed up depending on which cart passed by. It felt like a small discovery every time a new cart rounded the corner. Service is fast paced and structured around the flow of carts and seating turnover. Things got chaotic during the busy period, with wait times and seating queues feeling like a normal part of the experience. Once we were seated, dishes started arriving quickly, but the pace of ordering depended on catching carts as they circulated through the room. You have to stay alert, or you might miss something you wanted.

My first time ever was back when they were still in the food court. The congee was amazing, and…read moretheir roast pork and roast duck were legit so good. Ever since they moved to the new storefront though, every visit has just gotten worse. The spot itself is small but busy, enough that takeout orders are flying out. There's a self serve dine in area in the back, but it's unkept. I'm not in this area as often anymore, so it's even more disappointing when the experience doesn't feel worth the trip. The congee is still good, texture and flavor, but the whole experience a little sour now. My partner and I agree we'd rather spend our money at our usual spot instead. I get the usual service vibe for a local Chinese spot like this, but this time they unfairly charged me $25 for an appetizer that was literally just bits and ends. The service was rough, it felt like they were forcing pieces on us and couldn't care less. They didn't give us spoons for our congee, and they forgot our fried crueller. When I asked for it, they gave me attitude instead of just owning it. At this point, after enough tries here, I'm good.

My go to spot for roast meats and congee! Tasty food at great prices. It's no frills, so don't…read moreexpect great service. There are a few tables if you want to dine in, but it's pretty bare bones. I usually just grab takeout.

My fave place to go for quick lunch/dinner on 8th ave. This spot serves authentic authentic…read morecantonese homecooked food. Not restaurant food. I'm talking grandma's-house-in-the-mainland type canto food like bitter melon, pork meat pie, fermented peppers, and braised pig's feet. It's the real deal and it's REAL GOOD. They also serve roast meat (chicken, duck, pork). They don't speak fluent English, so it will help if you know Mandarin/Cantonese OR keep your dialogue to a minimum by following the directions below. I highly recommend getting the combo with rice and 3 sides. To order, go up to the glass window (outside) and gesture that you want your food to-go or to eat-in. I usually get it to-go. The sides are displayed in the pans behind the glass. Choose 3 by pointing. My usual order is a meat pie, preserved peppers, and a vegetable. Then, go inside and pay (about $6.50 per combo). They will ask if you want a free soup...say yes because the soup is filled with MSG and is delicious. I can understand why people would be hesitant to come here due to concern for cleanliness, but all the good restaurants in Chinatown are dirty. I'll take my chances.

It's $6.50 for 3 options, comes with rice and a soup on the side…read more It's $7 for 4 options, comes with rice and a soup on the side. I got steamed egg, sweet and sour chicken, cauliflower and ong choy. They have seating in the back if you would like to sit their and eat. You do have to order before you can sit in the back though. The staff is nice, they can answer any questions you have for them.

I have been visiting this Kings Kitchen for some time. Haven't delved into more of the menu. Just…read morepretty much have been sticking with the standards. Tried Char Sui, Half Chicken, Duck and roasted pork belly. All of these meats are very delicious and at times char Sui is sold out. Especially if it's later in the day. Also tried a beef fried rice dish which was brown rice. To me it seemed a little too oily for my taste. I especially love the wonton noodle soup with Ho noodles. Order in advance if you are picking up. The soup can take at least 10 to 15 minutes to prepare. They do have veggie stir, rice flour rolls and a lot more items that I will trying in the future. I don't speak Chinese and cashiers don't speak English much. But have adapted to picking out order on app. And take a screen shot so I can show cashier when ordering. Items are written in chinese and English. Also if you pay in cash no tax. They do accept credit, debit and other electronic payments. Service always friendly. This location has a number of tables with waiter service.

Fried dough with rice roll was excellent. Super crispy fried dough stick…read more Special Combo Rice Claypot- we had preserved meat, frog, and spare ribs. Food was decent. Clean inside. Even on a week day, it was busy during lunch time. Seems like a lot of older locals eat here.

Good food and service for an affordable price! If you are on a budget, this is the place to try…read more Noodle soups are delicious but avoid the fried oily appetizers.

The staffs were friendly. This restaurant is located on 86 street. Food was delicious. It was a lot…read moreof comfort food. I would recommend coming here again.

I ordered for take out and was so surprised by how much I liked the food. I got the clay pot rice…read morewith smoked pork sausage and spare ribs. The soy sauce was on the side and added flavor to the meal. Their HK milk tea was also super good. The staff I spoke to during pick up was nice. The restaurant has several tables for dining in.

So happy to have this on Staten Island! We both got two topping clay pot rice for $12 each. A lot…read moreof the times clay pot rice come in huge portions that we have to take to go, but the portion here is just right for a dinner if you're hungry! Good amount of toppings and well cooked. Crispy layer of rice on the bottom and fluffy rice on top. They also had a bunch of other food items besides clay pot rice that we would like to try next time. Service is quick, they didn't seem really busy when we visited - hope they can get more business!

food good. service very good . ambience excellent. similar menu to great place I used to go, now…read moreclosed, with no ambience.

Finally made it to Uncle Lou, often talked about as one of the best Cantonese spots in Chinatown,…read moreand it definitely lived up to the hype. We went straight for their signature deep fried garlic chicken and decided to share the Peking duck--and both dishes were beautifully presented and packed with incredible flavor. The chicken, in particular, was crispy, aromatic, and absolutely delicious, though it's worth noting you'll want to be a bit careful as there are quite a few small bones throughout. The Peking duck was equally impressive, cooked perfectly with rich, satisfying taste in every bite. You can really tell the kitchen puts care into both quality and presentation. On top of the food, the staff were adorable and welcoming, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. The ambiance felt warm, lively, and comfortable--perfect for a relaxed meal in Chinatown. Overall, a fantastic dining experience with standout dishes and great energy. Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

I had a great time at Bonnie because it provided comforting and familiar flavors yet sprinkled in…read moresome fusion and new combos! Started off with the chrysanthemum salad that was tossed lightly in a umami, tangy dressing. At first I wish there were more chrysanthemum leaves to napa cabbage, but later I felt like the ratio was appropriate cause the cabbage was more neutral and provided additional crunchiness. The lo bah go was quite interesting! I don't think I've ever had it fried with butter. I liked the larger chunks of preserved veggies 菜圃. The combo with hosin sauce or with the shrimpy chili oil was very tasty. The naw mi fan (sticky rice) was probably the highlight for me! It was their spring version which featured a celery herb salad and pistachios. The sticky rice was nicely done with a cripsy outer layer, chewy rice without being overly sticky. It paired very nicely with the citrus-y and herbaceous salad as well as the nutty and savory pistachio pea puree. The McRib sandwich brought back many childhood memories, especially with the bun that you find at many Cantonese bakeries. Ribs were well seasoned and very tender. The fries were *addicting* likely from the MSG but they were GOOD. We ended our meal with the fried milk which was crunchy and chewy. The pork floss added a nice contrasting savoriness and umami to the sweet and creamy vanilla ice cream and cream, while the peanuts added more textural contrast. I just wish there was more ice cream instead of cream. Staff were nice and polite; they were able to accomodate us earlier than our reservation time. Food came out at a good pace. During the day, it definitely felt more casual, homey. When it got darker, the candles and the crowds made it feel more intimate, which served as a great place for dinner with friends or a cute date.

Was hangry trying to figure out dinner. Stumbled onto bonnies which had been on the hit list…read more First off, LOVE them embracing being cantonese american. Simultaneously unironic and ironic decor that makes it feel natural to what they want to accomplish. I got the shrimp wontons. Gotta be honest, they were good, and kinda got worried i made the wrong move. The peanut sauce is nice. Thick consistency with a rich nuttiness. Still enough salt and heat to cut through and not make it feel too rich. The wontons were cooked quite well, perfectly gummy, soft. But, then came MCRIB. My life was altered. I was instantaneously transported to a bbq joint, asian restaurant, and a mcdonalds, oh and even a lovely bakery. This thing is so many things, yet unauthentically 1/1. A FLUFFY bun. Loaded with air lined with the strands of feathers. Char siu pork. Has a crispy, caramelized skinned with the perfect fat content. Rich, chewy, and ya know when ribs like tear away in strands. Oh it does that. Insane. A tangy glaze. Sugary sweet just giving upper cuts to the salt of the pork. It's tangy, and so thick is doesnt even jiggle on that pork. Glued. A mustard with what I can only suggest is wasabi. Ohh, one breath of heat immediately mellowed by the glaze. Onions add a fresh crisp with a sharp acidity. This is one of those sandwiches that you see when you google "sandwiches" To top it off the staff is great. Very rarely do you witness camaraderie as authentic and clean as what i saw at bonnies. Attentive, energetic, compassionate. Just a team full of great people that shared the same love for each other they do for hospitality