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    Nan Xiang Express

    4.2 (47 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 1:30 AM (Next day)

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    Vincent W.

    First time eating at an official dim sum eatery. I am impressed. For a chain, the quality of ingredients are balanced and tasty. Limited seating area but high turn over and available toilet. The staff are professional and prompt. You can order from kiosk or cashier for dine in and Togo orders. I recommend the pork soup dumplings and scallion pancake (better fresh or reheated via oven Togo orders). The scallion pancakes were crispy but might need a napkin to dab the oil off. The soup pork dumplings were divine. Add some chilli oil, vinegar, and soy sauce for a kick of umami. Also, open until 2am but always check hours. Affordable and quality food. I understand the hype from this chain.

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    Yi X.

    @foodie_starry Perfect for post-party comfort or a midnight study break--open until 1:30AM! Crab & Pork Soup Dumplings - rich and soupy Chicken Soup Dumplings - light but flavorful Veggie Steamed Dumplings - great balance Shredded Beef & Pepper Noodle Soup - warms you up from the inside Crispy Noodles with Shrimp - crunchy and saucy perfection Cold Soy Milk - refreshing and nostalgic Affordable, tasty, and clutch for those long library nights or post-party cravings.

    Jessie Y.

    Love this new location Ive lived in NY for couple years and tried the location in Flushing! So yummy

    A1. Nan Xiang Signature Pork Soup Dumplings A2. Crab Meat & Pork Soup Dumplings
    Vivienne C.

    I was excited to try this side store of the original Nan Xiang, but I was quite disappointed. I feel like there are a lot of stores like this, such as Vanessa Dumplings, where the main store is great but then the smaller stores they open up are just not up to par and this location is an example of that. We ordered at the kiosk before finding a place to sit down inside. - Nan Xiang Signature Pork Soup Dumplings - Although each dumpling was full of soup and made the initial bite very delightful, I found the skin of the dumpling to be way too thick. Also, when they served it to us, all the dumplings were stuck together so if one of the dumplings accidentally pulled on the other, all the soup would fall out. Crab Meat & Pork Soup Dumplings - I'm honestly not sure if there's a difference in flavor between this version and the signature pork one. Again, the skin was a bit too thick. Crispy Pork Chop Rice Bowl - My favorite part of this whole meal was the broccoli, which still had a bit of crunch factor and garlic flavor. The pork itself was okay, as I thought there was more breading than meat. The rice-to-pork portion was also a bit too much on the rice side. Overall, I'm glad I had the chance to try it out; however, I'm not sure if I would return. Maybe just go to the Flushing location instead.

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    Jacky C.

    I've been to their Nan Xiang XLB store out in Flushing, which they now have steadily started expanding their main store and opened a lot of these express shops. The express shops are not as elegant as the XLB shops, but they do churn their orders a lot quicker and the food is just as good. The XLBs are essentially just as good, but they also have a lot of other food options, which are perfect to be ordered and taken on the go. Perfect for the students out here in Columbia.

    N1. Scallion Oil Noodles (NO SOUP) C7. Scallion Pancake
    Erica W K.

    Decently average, I enjoyed the meal and everything was alright. The scallion oil noodles and pancake tasted as expected, nothing very fancy but still a good meal after a busy day.

    Good assortment of dumplings
    J P.

    This is a solid quick fix if you are in the neighborhood and are jonesing for some dumplings. I got the pork soup dumplings, which were served quickly and efficiently in a disposable cardboard steamer. The filling and broth were very good and flavorful. And while the wrapping was a tad glutinous, it maintained its structural integrity. Thus, no broth was lost. Cheap, cheerful, and while not a destination, a good neighborhood dumpling place.

    A3. Chicken Soup Dumplings
    Marci A.

    Two stars because their teas are absolutely amazing so you should definitely come and get those but the food itself I wasn't truly a fan of. We got some beef crispy noodles and got some soup dumplings and we didn't like the hard noodles at all (it was just like raw ramen) and the soup dumplings were okay but lacked flavor. Same for the veggie rolls, they lacked flavor but they weren't terrible. Bottom line: Their passion fruit tea I can have a million times so come for that but skip the food.

    Mimi C.

    What a great addition to Columbia University's food scene! I love Nan Xiang for its casual atmosphere, fast service, and yummy food! The soup dumplings and their noodles are my favorites!

    Tina G.

    I love this new spot in the neighborhood! I tried three of their dumplings, the noodles from Combo A, and their iced soybean drink. Would definitely recommend trying their soup dumplings, their pork and chive dumplings, and their iced soybean milk! I personally found the beef dumplings to be a bit dry, and tasted more like Tibetan Momo dumplings. But this place is authentic and reminds me of the soup dumplings you can get in Flushing. Highly recommend!

    Jenn C.

    The food was okay. The noodles are too soft. The drinks were amazing. The soup dumplings were OK. The cucumber salad was not it for me. But the winner was a scallion wrapped with beef. That was amazing. Also, the fried rice, the vegetable one was OK. The service was fast but expensive the ambience was basic.

    N5. Chicken Stir-fried Udon
    Alexa K.

    Noodles are really tasty, but kind of bland without hot sauce or soy sauce. Also, way too oily! Other than that though, the staff is super duper friendly, and the vibes in the shop are great!

    Food is delicious! We've already come here multiple times and the quality is consistent.

    Sweet and S1. Hot & Sour Soup, N5. Chicken Stir-fried Udon, A1. Nan Xiang Signature Pork Soup Dumplings

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    Amazing menu, amazing service, amazing food. Super convenient and in a wonderful neighborhood.

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    Wow, first time trying for some late night eats. Fresh and DELICIOUS. Will be my new go-to spot!

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    The soup dumplings are a favorite between my husband and I. So good and so satisfying!

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    Absolutely obsessed. My go to spot for lunch even though I live 40 blocks away. The spicy soup dumplings are the best.

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    Absolutely terrible quality crispy chicken dish....not good chicken "meat"....too bad... Not fair for price of food ...

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    It is a good choice for dinner, open time is from 11:00 am to 1:30am. Food is delicious. Recommend!!

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    We've been to several different locations of Nan Xiang before and it is always a favorite. When we…read morediscovered the Koreatown Nan Xiang was right around the corner from our hotel this visit, we made it a priority to visit, and we brought friends who were new to soup dumplings (XLB). There was a wait list to get seated when we arrived but the process was simple and moved quickly, and service was prompt and food came out quickly. We ordered both the standard pork XLB and my faves, the pork and crab ones, as well as pan fried pork dumplings which I was surprised to discover were also full of soup, chicken corn dumplings, and two noodle dishes: rice cake with pork & mustard greens, and pan fried noodles with beef. Servers were conscientious about allergies and very specific about letting us know which items were which, but other than that were largely appropriately hands off. They did ask us, mid-meal, if it would be ok if a service dog were at the next table to ours, which I thought was courteous. (The service dog was adorable and well behaved.) All the food was fab, which we expected. It's nice to come in a group and be able to order more items for a greater variety. The rookies executed well (and thanked us for the instructions on how to eat XLB to avoid getting soup everywhere) and were pleasantly surprised by my longtime favorite, the rice cake and mustard greens. I'll need to remember that the pan fried pork dumplings also have soup, because I really liked the texture of them. Such good food, and as always, better shared with friends.

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    In general I felt the meal was be spicier than Mountain House but it was still delicious…read more The pork in garlic dressing appetizer (not spicy) is phenomenal and a must order. Beats the Mountain House one by a lot. I quite liked the dry pot spicy carp although it is pretty spicy. The diced chicken with red chili peppers is super spicy so I'd skip that next time.

    Had a pretty good meal here with a group of co-workers. I tried the cucumber salad, mapo tofu,…read moreeggplant in garlic chili sauce, and scallion pancakes. I really liked the scallion pancake and eggplant. The pancake wasn't crispy/dry, but rather the exterior was crisp and the inside was still a little soft/fluffy. It's the first time I had a scallion pancake that wasn't just straight dough inside/outside, or so thin that it got crisped out. I really liked this texture profile though. The eggplant was 10/10; the eggplant was cooked well, so tender but not soggy. The sauce was really good too such that it was sufficient spice but not flaming. Would recommended. I enjoyed the cucumber salad and tofu as well, but have had better. Seasoning and prep were good though -- although the tofu was cooked so tender (or maybe was silken tofu to begin with) that the whole table was struggling with carrying it from plate to mouth -- heh. Food came out very quickly; staff were friendly, efficient, and helpful. Decent amount of seating with a cozy vibe. It was a good meal, not my favorite Szechuan spot, but definitely hit the spot.

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    This place is so cool! I wasn't expecting to find this awesome Chinese restaurant in the middle of…read moreKtown in NYC. I was browsing for places with scallion pancakes and I came across this restaurant. I saw they had a scallion pancake beef rook which I'd never seen before. It was fried and crispy on the inside with tender beef on the inside, that was slightly savory slightly sweet. I had the roll on its own, which made for a light meal, but it can also be enjoyed as a large snack. It was a little greasy, which can be expected, but not sure if I'd get it again. I did think it was innovative though. The most impressive thing about the restaurant was actually the space. I came to pick up my food and was surprised to see this beautiful place. The outside is unassuming and nothing special but inside has the aesthetic of an old Shanghai restaurant. It's ornate and slightly quirky. It's also really big, bigger than I expected. Even the bathrooms had traditional Chinese flare with the sliding doors. Definitely worth checking out,

    I came here for a birthday dinner, which fits the vibe check. Upon entering, you're blasted with…read moremusic and live singing throughout the restaurant. It's also nicely decorated, which makes you feel like you're in China. It's definitely for a younger crowd with how loud this place gets. We had a huge party, so we ordered an array of dishes to share family style. Some of the most memorable dishes were the Mapo Tofu ($13.99), Hutaoli Roast Chicken ($43 for whole), Spicy Pot Potato ($19), Roasted Green Beans ($22), etc. All of the food is good, but definitely pricey. While the food also came out quickly, our drinks came out towards the end of our meal. It's a good spot for big parties as it never got too busy even on a Saturday night. They also have private rooms. The live music was fun, but also made it hard to have conversation.

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