Silky Kitchen

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Jessica B.

My friend and I work not too far from Silky Kitchen and we were looking for a place to eat. The reviews seemed promising so we decided to try it. The employee gave us suggestions--my friend decided to get the Hunan beef (medium spice) with rice and I went the stewed beef (medium spice) with rice. The food comes with bok choy which were a vibrant green color. The restaurant has some tables and barstools. My friend enjoyed her meal, and she's really picky/critical over food. I too enjoyed my meal. It was enough for leftovers. I will keep Silky Kitchen in my list of places to eat for lunch.

Cole D.

Decent noodle soup with pork and pepper. It was served hot. They have all the utensils you need to eat it. The broth was flavorful. It was OK. I don't think I'm itching to go back.

Nancy A.

Did not see this until today when I was deciding on what to get for lunch. I passed this and was like why not? I went inside and there was a self checkout kiosk, which is how I like to place my orders these days. There were so many soup noodle options on the menu and it was just very hard to choose one. The dishes were somewhat pricey though but after I got my pork and pepper noodle bowl, I did not regret at all. Noodles were silky and slippery when I put them in my mouth. I thought the pork and pepper soup bowl was alright because they gave a lot of jalapeños and red peppers. It was tons of it including a lot of celery. I chose mildly spicy and it was still somewhat spicy that made my nose run and cough. I love that Silky Kitchen has their own labeled and customized branding of utensils and bowls. Everything is stamped with Silky Kitchen brand and they have a reusable tote bag with a sticker on top of the bag to seal it closed. Maybe that's why this branding contributes to the pricey dishes.

S11. Hunan Style Sauteed Beef Dry Noodle

Sharon L.

Unfortunately for the price, Silky Kitchen doesn't quite deliver on value and taste. Each noodle dish is about $15-$20, which is not outrageous for the area, but ultimately still pricy for what it is. The restaurant is quite small, and there is seating available inside. I opted for my order to go because it was very smoky inside - to a point where most others had to wait outside for their orders too. I ordered the hunan style beef over dry noodles, medium spicy. The staff was kind to provide a warning that medium spicy is still pretty spicy. It definitely had a kick to it - nothing unbearable. Portions are thankfully decent, but there was nothing to really justify a $20 lunch order. The noodles are like rice noodle - it's silky, but doesn't quite soak up the sauces as well as I would've hoped. It does smell & look great though. I did enjoy the cumin flavor and spicy kick here and there, but the overall dish was underwhelming. Might return to try one of their noodle soups to give it a fair chance, but I'd pass on the dry noodle again.

Carolyn C.

This is a great stop between the World Trade Center to the ferry stop. Super quick, in&out within 30-40ish minutes. The ambiance is a small mom & pop kind of shop, has a decent amount of seating, the tables & floors are pretty well maintained & cleaned too. Ordered two mild beef noodle soups & the 6 beef & celery dumplings. Pretty decent portions & quality is pretty decent too, I would come back if I needed a quick place to eat. This place did not even ask for a tip and this was the first place I've been to where it didn't ask so YAY

Luke B.

We found this place halfway walking between the WTC and Pier 11. Delicious food, we got 2 beef noodle soups and the pork dumplings to share. A perfect amount of food for 2 people. Staff was friendly and you can either order with them or at the kiosk on the side.

Melissa C.

Okay food, kinda overpriced. Played $18 for beef stew w noodles. The noodles didn't absorb any flavor and there was way too much chili oil in top that for the first three bites I basically just ate oil. The beef was pretty delicious. I'm pretty sure they take different parts of the beef so I got a solid variety of fatty meat vs tough meat etc.

Adam B.

A nice little hole-in-the-wall by all the offices. Food seems made fresh-to-order, which is a great treat. Loved that the flavors weren't dumbed down. Pork & Picked Mustard Greens w/ Dry Noodles (Spicy): They actually delivered on the spicy! Such a nice kick to liven up an otherwise boring Monday. The noodles were thick and chewy. The pork was nicely marinated and firm. The mustard greens were a big enough portion to add flavor contrast, but not dominate. Hunan Fried Tofu: It was alright, but probably not worth the price. A few pieces for fried tofu that were already not crispy by the time I got back to the office. Minimal flavoring.

Yuelin L.

I stopped by Silky Kitchen near the World Trade Center after seeing it mentioned a lot online. I ordered the pork liver rice noodles and the cured pork version. The cured pork was surprisingly good--flavorful and smoky! The pork liver, however, was sliced very thin and came out a bit dry. Personally, I prefer a thicker cut for a more tender bite. Also, the overall seasoning was a little on the salty side.

June-Young C.

If I were only grading it based on aesthetics, maybe I'd give it 5 stars. Everyone's complaints about the price are valid, and Xian famous noodles are only a couple blocks from here. The to go bag is excessive. The included utensils are very fancy. Even has a toothpick inside! Probably worth $3.50 on its own. I ordered the #2 pork soup noodles, regular spicy. It's actually very spicy. Xian is more like spicy, numbing, and sour ( mala plus vinegar probably). The green peppers here really have a kick. The pork cubes are big, but not super tender. Very chewy. The average price is around 17-18 and with tax it's closer to $20.

Wei H.

I do take out for lunch. Very quick service. Usually within 5-10mins I'll get my food. I like it comes with green vegetables. It's a balanced meal for me.

Susie D.

Don't let this small joint fool you - the food here is excellent! The place doesn't have much seating (max 20 seats), it's minimalistic, and clean. I was food hopping with friends so we didn't order much - we ordered the beef+daikon dumplings and the chicken chilli dry noodles. Both were fantastic. The dumplings were juicy and flavorful. The chicken chilli we ordered medium spice - the server was honest when he said medium is spicy - it is - but worth it! That item comes as a soup noodle or dry noodle - the dry version is what we got and was so fresh and flavorful. The portion was also big enough that I could see myself eating it for two meals if I ordered it by myself.

Christine L.

Delicious noodle spot right by Union square! Was craving some beef noodle soup and got their Stewed Beef Noodle Soup to-go and it perfectly hit the spot. Food came out quickly (under 5 min). I like how they separated the soup from the noodles for takeout orders to prevent the noodles getting soggy- a nice touch. The actual food was delicious- not too salty and the beef is perfectly(!) cooked with lots of rice noodles. Would've liked more bok choy though/slightly larger portion especially given the soup being on the pricier side (~$17) for casual Chinese takeout.

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Chasen C.

8 years ago

I like this restaurant indeed. I ordered hot and sour chicken gizzard noodles, fried tofu and sweet jelly, all of which taste authentic and delicious. I would definitely come here next time I walk around. read more

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Alexander C.

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7 years ago

I just stopped by for a quick bite, but the dumplings were surprisingly good. I got the shrimp, chives, and pork dumplings. The dumplings themselves had good flavor. They were seasoned well, had good balance between the 3 fillings, and the dough had a pleasant, slightly chewy texture. I wasn't a fan of the thin layer of batter that connected the dumplings together. I'm usually a fan of the crispy drizzle of batter that I saw in some of the other pictures from here, but thin layer of batter I got just tasted like paper. Overall, though, I really liked the dumplings and want to try some more dishes at this place. read more

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Vivi O.

8 years ago

Silky Kitchen is a chill nice restaurant with healthy tasty (yes, they co-exist here) food. The restaurant is always clean. The people work here are super nice. And always play the best upbeat music. The restaurant offers the best authentic Chinese noodle. The owners are from Hunan China. The noodles are gluten free rice noodle. I tried the beef stew and stir fried squid noodle. They are both very delicious. The sweet jelly with little flowers son, yummmm! read more

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You're probably walking around Greenwich Village cold and hungry and looking for a warm place to sit and have a bite, if you're still reading step foot into Silky Kitchen and you won't regret it. They serve up authentic Hunan flavors whether that's the noodles or amazing appetizers. I loved their beef noodle soup, tofu appetizer, and string beans. Choose the spicy level from mild to hot, if you're Asian like myself you can handle the regular. The owner Simon is a great guy as well. Get off your phone and enjoy some excellent food here. read more

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Ariam T.

7 years ago

LOVE LOVE LOVED my braised beef with noodles bowl. The beef was so tender and breaking apart so deliciously and the noodles were thick and juicy. Mmmmmm I loved it and would def come back. The portion was great even took my leftovers to go and ate it later. The staff was nice and the place was cute and played good music lol I recommend this place !! read more

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雨琪

7 years ago

If it's for take out. Even you start with a eat-in box, you should switch the whole bowl cuz you use another kind of bowl for a REASON! The paper bowl is very easy to split and most importantly the plastic you use as cover will change the shape because of heat. Even I can save the noodles, I cannot eat anything because this kind of plastic is poisonous. I ended up throwing them away. And feeling so angry about everything that happened. Updating: The manager reached out and explained that the plastics is heat resistant and safe. We are getting into the progress trying to solve the problem. Updating: Problem solved. read more

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Their rice noodle is pretty good. Pretty authentic Hunan taste. It is really spicy and really tasty. The unsatisfying things is the rice noodle is not chewy enough. Besides, the dumplings are okay, juicy. read more

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Jaz L.

7 years ago

Definitely worth the price! I had the dry noodles with medium spice, and it was just right for my taste (medium is a little too spicy for those who don't eat spice). read more

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Hung L.

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Nice little eatery. Fast service. Tasty soup, tender noodles, well seasoned and well cooked beef and a nice kick in every bite. Perfect on a chilly day. read more

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Aiyu W.

7 years ago

That is so amazing!!! I have been addicted on it~hahhh~I eat it every week! One dish contains vegetables, meat and noodles! It values~you have to go there, u deserve it read more

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Elsie B.

8 years ago

Have been to the place for three times within one month! Two out of the three times, after finishing the noodle, I was feeling that I need to have a second bowl immediately since it was so delicious. Regarding the level for spice, "Spicy" already makes me sweat, but definitely I need to try "Extra Spicy" next time. Plus, till now I have not got a chance to wait for the seats:) read more

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Stephanie E.

8 years ago

I had a great dining experience at Silky Kitchen. I tried the Shrimp, Chives and Pork Dumplings, Hunan Fried Tofu, Hunan Style Sautéed Beef Noodles and Sweet Rice Cake. Everything was super flavorful, fresh and came out in lightning speed. I really enjoyed the service and the food. It was unlike anything I've had at other Asian restaurants. Simon (the owner) was very courteous and helpful with suggestions. I'd definitely go back to try more dishes. read more

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Zijia P.

8 years ago

Best rice noddle I had in the city!! I ordered chicken gizzard with sour string beans, pig ears salad and cold sweet flower jelly, just tasted so good! I felt I was eating in Hunan, exactly the same flavor in my memory. If you like rice noddle and especially spicy rice noddle, you should definitely try here. read more

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John V.

4 years ago

Bright, clean , fast casual but super authentic bowls. Spicy! Hot & Sour veg was as advertised especially hot red and green peppers. Fish Soup fresh and flavorful. Excellent stir fried string beans. read more

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Aiting Z.

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8 years ago

They made me fall in love with hunan rice noodle! It's so rich and delicious! My only suggestion is that I ordered the least spicy one but it's still pretty spicy. I can imagine that a lot of Americans will think it's too spicy read more

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Nancy L.

8 years ago

We ordered pepper and pork noodle, short rib noodle, cucumber salad, hunan fried tofu and black sugar rice cake. They all taste very good. Size is relatively small though. read more

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Mitch N.

7 years ago

Good for go to quick Asian fusion. Ordered the extra spicy Stir Fry Chicken w Chili paste over rice. Was very delicious and lived up to the spice. This would be a good quick sit down spot during the week. Food was cooked fresh with good flavor. The staff was quick with the order and the prices are reasonable for the amount of food. Overall would be back to try other menu options read more

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Andrey L.

4 years ago

Tasty, fresh food, very cozy and clean place. Our family really enjoyed the dinner. Stew beef and Pepper beef noodles were amazing

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Kaimi H.

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8 years ago

Food was pretty good. Noodles were just like what the restaurant's name suggests - silky, and were very "bouncy" 弹牙 too! Dumplings were the best and super fresh. I also liked the deep fried tofu a lot. It was crispy outside and juicy and bouncy inside yummmm. Will definitely come back to try the other dishes. This place was no-tip but I felt bad that the young man in the kitchen would always have to come out to find the people who placed the orders because he'd have to shout on top of his lung all day across the restaurant to let customers know their orders are ready. I would suggest installing a screen to show the order numbers that are ready in the main dinning area, or installing some kind of buzzing system like the one at Shake Shack, so people can just go to the back to pick them up themselves. read more

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Noelle S.

6 years ago

I ordered takeout from here, fantastically authentic Hunan cuisine! The only thing I wish is that they had outdoor seating, other than that the food itself is top notch and I look forward to dining here again! read more

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Pig A.

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8 years ago

This is my 1st time eating here so I didn't know what to choose. The waiter was really helpful and recommend a delicious dish (hot sauce with chicken gizzards & fried chicken with green and red onion) the waiter really helpful and would check-in with my friend and I make sure everything was okay. Overall, the customer service was great & the food was good, I will defiantly be coming back read more

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Jocelyn D.

8 years ago

Cute new spot by Union Square. Plenty of seating, so I would def recommend coming with a group of friends! Casual dining. The beef dumpling were delicious! The original order comes with 6, but just for $1 more you can add 2 more dumplings...great deal! We also had stir fried chicken with red chili oil soup. Was going to go mild, but the girl recommended medium if we were fans of spice (which we are!). It was far too spicy. It got to the point that we couldn't even enjoy it, which was a bummer. They tried to fix it by adding some broth, but it didn't really help. All in all, I would def go back! Thanks silky kitchen! read more

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Gabriel W.

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5 years ago

Okay taste - but why did I get a bowl of cut noodles that couldn't be picked up by chopsticks, fork, or spoon? Couldn't finish because it took me half an hour to get halfway through the bowl, one...noodle...at...a...time. read more

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Wendy W.

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7 years ago

Great casual place to grab a quick lunch or dinner by union square! I got a few things to share with a friend but my favorites were the hunan beef dry noodle and the pork dumplings! Definitely add an egg to the noodles. The yolk was perfectly runny! I also love how the dumplings are all connected. The crispy parts were my fave. read more

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Ben J.

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The food was really good and they place bomb af music. The only ting was I had a really bad stomach ache like 2-3 hours later. Idk what happened but it was defs the food read more

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Elan S.

6 years ago

Came for some noodles after a company happy hour. The noodles were pretty good. A little oily, quite spicy. I would come again if I had a hankering for Chinese and was in the area. read more

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Born and raised in Hunan and a die hard fan of Mifen, my experience at Silky Kitchen was very disappointing... I ordered the pig kidney GaiMa and my friend got the beef GaiMa, also had the pig ear, string beans and the sweet rice cake. I was very exciting to see the pig kidney Gaima on the menu, as it's very to see pig kidney stir fry here on a menu, and it's one of my favorite dish back in China. However, it's extremely disappointing... There were only couple pieces of pig kidney and very dry, I am no chef myself but my pig kidney stir fry tastes much better than that, and it's really not very hard to make it good. The mifen soup was way too oily and tasted like nothing, the mifen itself is saggy and bland. Both the string bean and the pig kidney stir fry had way too much cumin in it... The pig ear tasted like nothing very bland as well. And the sweet rice cake was so disappointing, not chewy like it supposed to, and the syrup is not sticky nor does it taste like what it supposed to be - instead of caramel ish it's more like a watery maple syrup... Overall the taste of the food is very disappointing, not authentic at all.... read more

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Melanie I.

4 years ago

Love this spot! One of my go-to takeout restaurants. The Chairman Mao's Favorite Braised Pork is a must get. Closest to my Grandma's that I've had! read more

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Jenny S.

7 years ago

It was alright. Nothing special if you're not into spicy food. Had the braised pork noodles which was way too fatty

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Zhihui L.

8 years ago

Authentic Hunan cuisine!!! Awesome food and cozy environment! Drove two hours from Philly to visit my friend. Was told about this new restaurant and had a try. What a surprise!! I ordered Hot and Sour Chicken Gizzard and Hunan Fried Tofu which were so delicious. The service was good too. Hope they can open one in Philly. But I will definitely stop by next time when I go to NYC. read more

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Ordered the stewed beef with soup noodles. Tasty meat marinated with enough seasoning and a smooth broth. I wish I had added toppings to mine, next time read more

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Victoria T.

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6 years ago

Had high hopes for their Mao's favorite braised pork, since the reviews are stellar. I can understand why it's not authentic Hunan food (a rare find these days); growing up eating Hunan food, I was quite shocked when I saw that the dish was an odd pink color as opposed to a rich soy sauce braised color. Taste is all right. Not the best bang with your buck. read more

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Helena Z.

4 years ago

Waited for 20+ minutes in the store for a pick up order that I placed 10 minutes before arriving the store. They made other orders that are all placed after me, and there were no updates while I waited, and I had to go check on the status myself. My order was only made after notifying them..... This is ridiculously slow and horrible service. read more

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Solid rice noodle place with generous servings and great flavors! Be careful though that the dishes here are quite spicy. I can usually handle spicy foods quite well (think the most spicy option for xi'an famous foods with extra chilli oil), but I thought the regular spicy level here was actual above that. read more

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Twee S.

4 years ago

Excellent food - hunan tofu is fresh, hot, wonderfully spiced! The staff are always accommodating and enthusiastic! Noodles are delicious and broth is flavorful! read more

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R G.

4 years ago

Tasty food, although the overwhelming majority of it was celery. Additionally, the price for lunch was a little on the high side for what you get and the ambience of the cafeteria style eatery. read more

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Christine Y.

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Really delicious spot for a quick and filling lunch. Love the noodle soups! I've tried the beef, chairman mao pork, and the stir fried bamboo shoots with pork - not sure which is my favorite, as they're all delicious. The beef and the bamboo shoots are my usual go-tos though. Highly recommend this place! Note - the spicy is pretty spicy. read more

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Ivan T.

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7 years ago

Needed something to eat after getting off the subway and noticed this. It decorated nicely and service was great but the food wasn't anything to crave about. Dumpling were the best part. Small portion size. read more

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Yun G.

8 years ago

In the area and found this Authentic Hunan cuisine! Love the Spicy Stir Fried Squid. If you love spicy food, this will be a fantastic place. read more

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P B.

4 years ago

Great meal every time. Food is so hot, and spicy and delicious. Served very fast. Very authentic, i have gone here numerous times.

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12 John St
New York, NY 10038
Financial District
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Hours

What time does Silky Kitchen open?

Silky Kitchen opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Silky Kitchen close?

Silky Kitchen closes at 8:45 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 8:45 PM

Payment methods

Does Silky Kitchen take Bitcoin?

No, Silky Kitchen does not take Bitcoin.

Does Silky Kitchen take credit cards?

Yes, Silky Kitchen takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Silky Kitchen have catering options?

No, Silky Kitchen does not have catering options.

Does Silky Kitchen have a happy hour?

Yes, Silky Kitchen has a happy hour.

Does Silky Kitchen serve alcohol?

No, Silky Kitchen does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Silky Kitchen allow dogs?

No, Silky Kitchen does not allow dogs.

Does Silky Kitchen have TVs?

Yes, Silky Kitchen has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Silky Kitchen have bike parking?

No, Silky Kitchen does not have bike parking.

Does Silky Kitchen have outdoor seating?

No, Silky Kitchen does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Silky Kitchen have parking?

Yes, Silky Kitchen has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Silky Kitchen wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Silky Kitchen is wheelchair accessible.

Does Silky Kitchen have free WiFi?

Yes, Silky Kitchen has free WiFi.

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Sesame Chicken More beautiful than heaven…read moreVery yummy soup (Definitely worthy of a visit, good pricing and quality on the lunch specials)

Surprisingly to find good Chinese food in a spot of Manhattan I did not expect good Chinese food…read more Pei dan sau yuk jook was pretty good, eggplant clay pot, green beans, all equally good. Har gow were the one decidedly average dish, and even they they were certainly acceptable enough. Service was solid, interior is super cliche, but, well, it was pretty good all around. Not sure I'd rave like crazy about it, but definitely a solid spot for any locals.

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This place is a no brainer. Great food, great prices, great staff. Very casual and busy -- think…read morecramped place in Chinatown, not fine dining -- with a lunch special that brings back memories of the easy '90s when food was affordable!

Chinese restaurant in the heart of Chelsea! Super great food and pretty good service! They had an…read moreissue with their internet so I had to pay with cash. I failed to read my receipt wrong and forgot to add enough for tip and was reminded to by the manager which I thought was a bit odd. I don't mind providing tip, which It would have been easy to if their systems were working, but I don't like when a restaurant begs for it when you could pay your workers a fair wage. I would come back, but please don't beg for tip especially when it's difficult to do so.

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Excellent Dumpling House

As the name implies, it really is an excellent dumpling house!…read more Me and my buddies were in Jersey and New York for some hockey games, and wanted to go to a deli, get some Chinese food, and a slice of pizza. Got off the E train and when we looked for Chinese food, this place popped up with good reviews and it was just a short walk from where we got off the train. My buddies ordered the special lunches and we also got two types of xlb's, beef chow fun, and some fried dumplings. The special lunches come with a little fried rice, cold garlic flavored noodle, choice of egg drop or hot and sour soup, and main side. My buddies all enjoyed their meals. The beef chow fun was also really good and beef was nice and tender. The xiao long baos were excellent and is comparable to any place in California like DTF. Nice and juicy and great with some ginger, soy sauce, and spicy chili. Friendly service and food comes out pretty quickly. Credit card is accepted. Bathroom was also very clean, which is sometimes rare in some Chinese restaurants I have been to. If you're looking for a good Chinese meal, stop here when you're in the Chelsea area.

Generally, I love this restaurant - everything I've had it's been good. This is the first time I've…read moreordered out from them and their delivery service leaves a lot to be desired - as does the grub hub app. The app didn't update that my order was delivered so I was keeping an eye out for delivery. I missed a call and literally two minutes later the call came through again and the woman yelled at me - "hurry up hurry up, hurry up, hurry up!" said the driver was waiting 10-15 minutes for me, which was simply untrue - I got a call literally two minutes before- just rude. Added a screenshot in case the owner doubles down that it was 15 mins. Guess the first call was from the delivery driver, and the second was from the restaurant itself. ‍ But the really disappointing part is that they didn't pack any soup separate from the noodles! - So my chicken dumpling noodle soup basically had no soup - don't know if they forgot it or if it was absorbed by the noodles but most restaurants at this point know to pack the broth and the noodles separately,- so I ended up having to add some of my own vegetable broth, which totally was not the flavor I was hoping for. So - love the food, but delivery service leaves a lot to be desired - next time I'll try giving instructions to pack the soup separate from the noodles and see if that helps!

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New Dynasty Chinese Restaurant

Chinese fast food! Good portion. Good value. No seating or fancy deco. I would come back for lunch…read morepickup again. I would miss the entrance if I did not look for it.

Big portions. Reasonable prices. Carry out Chinese spot…read morewith fast service. But... Not very clean Egg roll tastes like soap Pork fried rice had no pork and no vegetables

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81. Shrimp with Garlic Sauce

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Cold sesame noodles $6 Definite must order! Flavorful sauce. Crisp veggies. Noodles are cooked perfectly.

Buddakan

Dinner for one at Buddakan turned into one of those rare experiences where the setting is nearly as…read morememorable as the food. Located within the historic Chelsea Market building--a former Nabisco factory where Oreo cookies were first produced--the restaurant feels theatrical in the best possible way. The soaring ceilings, dramatic lighting, and energetic atmosphere create a sense of occasion from the moment you walk in. It feels less like simply going out to dinner and more like stepping into a beautifully staged production. I started with a Botanist Gin Martini with a twist, which paired wonderfully with the meal. The surprise star of the evening was the new Cucumber Tiger Salad. The balance of flavors was exceptional: bright acidity, a pleasant touch of heat, and just enough mint to make each bite feel fresh and exciting. Every so often the mint would come through and suddenly all the flavors would click together in a way that made me immediately want another bite. This is a dish I would happily order again. Next came the Edamame Dumplings. They were delicate and comforting, especially when enjoyed with the accompanying broth. The broth adds depth and richness that elevates the entire dish. My only suggestion would be the slightest touch more salt, perhaps even a finishing sprinkle of black volcanic salt for both flavor and presentation. I also found myself wishing there were a bit more of that delicious broth because it contributes so much to the overall experience. For my entrée, I ordered the Glazed Alaskan Black Cod, and it absolutely lived up to its reputation. The fish was rich, buttery, and perfectly prepared. What impressed me most was how thoughtfully the accompaniments were composed. The pickled cucumbers brought brightness, acidity, and crunch, while the black bean and eggplant relish delivered deep savory notes and unexpected complexity. I'm generally not an eggplant fan, but this relish was outstanding. The cucumbers and relish sit at opposite ends of the flavor spectrum, yet both somehow make the cod even better. Looking back, I think a glass of Sauvignon Blanc alongside the cod would have been the perfect pairing. I finished with the Miso Caramel Milk Bar, which was spectacular. Decadent, sweet, salty, and touched with just enough umami to keep every bite interesting. The chocolate crumble underneath added a wonderful crunch that contrasted beautifully with the creamy ice cream and luscious caramel sauce. Every component worked together perfectly, creating a dessert that was both indulgent and sophisticated. From start to finish, the meal felt polished, thoughtful, and memorable. Thank you!

Dinner at Buddakan was a wonderful experience! I will say that, although the food is good, you're…read moredefinitely paying for the aesthetic... my boyfriend was paying though so I didn't care! The interior is absolutely chic and maximalist--I felt transported into a different world once I walked down the gigantic staircase into the main dining area. The lights were low, and the walls in the room we were seated in were covered with bookshelves lined by golden books. We ordered the dim sum tasting, the short rib, the lobster fried rice, and the brussels sprouts. The dim sum was a true standout for me--especially the egg roll, which was full of shrimp, meat, and veggies and paired with a delicious creamy sauce. The short rib was also amazing. The bed of mushrooms and noodles it was served on was flavorful and the meat was so tender it melted in your mouth. The drinks were good as well, specifically the lychee martini (I forget its name). Overall, I am glad to have had this dining experience, and recommend it.

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Chop Shop

Absolutely delicious! Gorgeous fresh ingredients, super friendly and prompt service. We had the…read moredrunken noodle and the coconut curry. Both were 10/10. Can't wait to have it again!

File under "Don't Judge a Book By Its Cover" - because you'd never even realize this was a…read morerestaurant when walking by and even after you knew... you might be inclined to keep walking to find something a bit more 'bright' and 'inviting'. (And you'd totally miss out on a great little joint.) I'm a lower middle-class Jersey guy - what the heck do I know about cocktails? But I dove right into one ("Jade Collins") and it was firing on all cylinders. Crisp, clean, strong enough to knock over an ox. Then we got a handful of apps - everyone else swore by all the ones they'd had - but I just tried the Salt & Pepper Shrimp and... sweet baby Jesus, this little plate had a wicked amount of flavor from every angle. "Aggressively seasoned" might be an understatement. Wild. Onto the mains and I ventured towards their Spicy Drunken Noodle (my go-to whenever I'm hitting a Thai restaurant on my home turf) and... yeah, you probably guessed it - incredible. Not the biggest portion but they made every single component sing with flavor. With so much going on - of course I needed to indulge with another drink (hey, I wasn't driving!). There were six of us, it came to about $100 a person... welcome to NYC. But we did get a wide selection of plates/food and those two drinks accounted for about $40 of my tab. (And you'll never see such a heavy wine pour at a restaurant... they filled the glass almost to the rim - which was not even something I'd do for myself when I'm home.) Definitely recommended.

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Green papaya, cashew & watercress Green Papaya Salad

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Hao Noodle Chelsea

Came by on a whim as I was in the neighborhood. The food is excellent and the service exceptional…read more Nice back room with cool vibe.

Awesome! Even has a photo booth! Such a wonderful exercise!!! And yummy and great service!!read more

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Sweet and Sour Ribs and Crispy Pickled Cucumbercucumber

Philippe Chow

Yeah Id say that was a pretty splendid meal. Shared everything thank goodness…read more Started with the wok fried beef dumplings which were good on their own but had this fire ahh spicy honey mustard wow. Then the scallion pancakes which were crispy and airy paired with this very interesting sauce that was clear but tasted like sweet and sour sauce. For mains we got Kung Pao Chicken which was pretty delicious but my star of the show was the Crispy Beef. It was crispy asf and skinny too I didn't know you could make beef skinny like that. Sauce was super tasty and thick. On the side was broccoli which was fine and eggplant which was fine on its own and good with the chili sauce. Split the Fortune Cookie Red Velvet Cake which okay I thought there would be more creativity with adding fortune cookies somewhere in the cake but it was just a cake with fortune cookies on top. Also they put 2 when we had 4 people like lowkey they couldve just put 2 more on there but anyways the cake itself was pretty tasty so can't complain there.

Philippe Chow is why Yelp exists. You would otherwise never know that this upscale Chinese…read moreRestaurant blasts club music and mandates 20% gratuities. The food is all over the place but the main theme is that everything is over-seasoned to please the crowd of people who all were gulping down colorful sugary cocktails with dinner while wearing athletic clothing. Peking duck (for 4-5) had great accompaniments (rare to actually get bao with it) but it was a lackluster portion of duck. Salt and pepper shrimp were offensively salted. Special "mignon" was great. The hand-pulled noodles *gasp* weren't hand pulled. "BBQ" chicken in the other noodles was very dry. Sea bass portion was very small. Scallion pancakes were good. Shrimp dumplings were the highlight. I recommend skipping this restaurant.

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Maine Lobster: ginger scallion sauce

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Bottle of Moët & Chandon

Chi Restaurant & Bar

Chi Restaurant offers an extensive, authentic menu that's divided out by type of food - chicken,…read morebeef, pork, vegetable, etc. Everything is also labeled for dietary restrictions. Service is very fast and they kept the water flowing (spicy dishes really are spicy!), and the portions are huge. Though you have to pay extra for white rice ($3 a bowl), the overall value was reasonable for the main dishes. The restaurant is dark and elegant inside, with a large tv over the bar that was showing sports when we were there. It had a nice ambience.

Located on the Westside behind Port authority. This un suspecting authentic Chinese restaurant sits…read morein a busy block. They have a banner for great HH specials that can only be redeemed at the bar (until next time). The space is large and modern. Suitable for big groups, date night, pre show, post showing dining. The staff is extremely friendly and attentive. The food: Soup dumplings- had a nice glisten to the outer bun. The under carriage held firm and with a delicious soup bro inside. Fish filet with ginger and scallion- nice portion size and a flavorful and clean dish. Braised pork belly- jam packed in flavor and cooked so tender from the meat to the fat. The pan fried noodle- normally a favorite in Chinese restaurants. This didn't hit its marks. There wasn't much noodles. The outer brim wasn't crispy. And it was a lot of sauce. The protein was scarce. And they had more veggies than protein. We were a table of 5 including a 6 year old. And everybody left full. And satisfied.

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Chi Bar - Modern bar area with handcrafted cocktails

Midnight Margarita - infused Mezcal, Italicus, Tonka, Mexican Apertif, Vanilla Acid

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Chi Backroom 4 - Perfect for intimate group gatherings

Grand Sichuan Eastern

This is just a neighborhood joint (with a "B" clean rating)…read more MUST ORDER HERE: the cold sesame noodles and the scallion pancake. Those were the highlights for me. I used to live in NYC and cold peanut (or sesame) noodles were on every Chinese menu in the city. Weird that I have never seen them anywhere in San Francisco (or Dallas). They were just scrumptious, and I plan on making them with some grilled chicken next week for a dinner party. I would have liked some chopped scallions on top here, but this place is kinda "no frills". The scallion pancake was nice and crispy, maybe a little oily, but still excellent. Two friends and I split the noodles, the pancake, the mu shu pork and the General Tso's chicken. It all came out pretty fast. Strange too, that no chopsticks were offered.

I've eaten here before, before the pandemic, it was decent. But randomly returning for the same…read moredish which is sub par. I ordered the general tso tofu, it wasn't firm like usual. They must've used all their form tofu and used medium. The breading was convincing but tofu too soft. I still ate the meal since I was semi hungry. Disappointed in consistency. Water closet located next to register. I most likely won't eat here any time soon.

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20. General Tso's Tofu

Cold sesame noodles. Order this!

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Mu shu pork

Adel's Famous Halal Food

We got the mixed platter - check and lamb with hot sauce on the side!…read more The line for pick up order was only 5 people vs 25+ people trying to order! The Pita bread that comes was not good (tasted like it was baked in caked greasy pan) BUT the FOOD WAS SO GOOD!!! Loved all the seasoning of the meats that were tender with yellow rice. Hot sauce was actually hot and very flavorful!

Move over Halal Guys...there's a new kid on the block*!…read more I got the lamb plate with half yellow half spicy rice, white sauce on top, green (cilantro) and red (hot) sauce on the side. The plate was generous, the lamb was nicely seasoned and both rice options hit the spot. The fries on top are a must. I love the Indian flavor twist! The line was halfway down the block at 11:30pm on a weekday! It went fairly fast and I got my food within twenty minutes. Slight discount if you pay cash. -------------------- *well, technically four blocks down.

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Mix Platter

Combo (chicken and lamb) over rice and fries was well seasoned. Would recommend dranks while waiting with friends in line hehe!

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Chicken over Rice Platter and Lamb Over Rice

L’industrie Pizzeria

YUM YUM love the burrata and the cheeses. yes i do dislike standing in line BUT! this brings me…read moreback to my college days doing this at Seaside Donuts in SoCal haha. just be assertive when you get your food and you'll be okay! can bring food next door as long as you purchase a drink. My party was watching like hawks for a spot though so this wasn't an issue. Just don't be a Karen and make the workers's lives more difficult and it'll be all good

Continuing my gluttony tour, I braved the torrential rain and flooded subway station for…read moreL'industrie. And yes...there was still a line outside the door, it was still packed shoulder to shoulder inside. To make it worth my trip, I ordered one slice of l'industrie and one slice of fig jam and bacon. I scored a seat at the window and chowed down! 4 stars for the l'Industrie! The prosciutto and fresh mozzarella totally hit. Wish I had gotten a second slice of this one instead. 2.5 for the fig jam and bacon. It was overly sweet, overly salty. Not my jam! I'd come back to try other items. Love that it's sold by the slice or a whole pie.

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Open kitchen interior

Burrata / Pepperoni

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IG: @nom.noms.only | fig jam & tartufo

Mama's Too

Realllyyyyyy gooood!!! Different style slice than the regular NYC style. I really enjoyed the…read morethickness, crispness, and unique flavors!! Both pizza slices were fire. The angry nonna pepperoni and hot honey. The Bufalina had blue cheese and chicken, it was really good but I'm not a huge fan of blue cheese. Not many seats inside, we stood and eat. The service was fairly quick and kind. We ordered: Angry Nonna 5/5 Bufalina 4/5 (I'm not a fan of blue cheese) Overall, I highly recommend trying their pizzas out. Especially if you love a thick slice. I was full off one slice of pizza. The pizza was around $7 per slice, but like I said, one slice is enough so I feel it was worth the price. I'll definitely come back!!!

So, first off, the place is 98% take out. 2 sets of table/chair inside. Nothing more. So you'd…read morebetter be ready to take out. Pizzas are their main deal and I believe there are sandwiches too! We ordered pizzas and boy, they were good. Not sure if this is Detroit style, but it is pan pizza. Tasty! Overall a good cut of pie!

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Golden Diner

We did a walk up on a Friday morning and got there around 10:30, which gave us a 90 min wait. We…read morewere fine to wait, and walked around china town to kill time. You will get a text when the table is ready with 10 min to get there. It is a very small diner, with a cool vibe. You're there for the food, nothing fancy. The staff were very kind, and quick with our requests. We came for the pancakes, and they were absolutely worth the hype. Hands down the BEST pancakes we've ever had in life. 1 plate comes with 2 pancakes and are enough to share. But not too much if you're only getting pancakes for a solo serving, you'll be able to finish. We shared the pancakes and also got a breakfast sandwich.

I've been wanting to try this place out since 2021, but never got the chance. I got here on Monday…read moremorning at around 11:00 am to put my name down for a table of 2 and there was already an hour and 45 minute wait. After running a couple of errands while waiting for the table to be ready, we were seated outside at the patio after an hour and 45 minutes. We ordered the famous honey butter pancakes, the korean wings, and the breakfast sandwich with hash brown, scrambled eggs, and sausage. The honey butter pancakes were pretty good but kinda drenched in the butter that made it hard to finish. The korean wings were also alright but the batter to me was kinda thick and heavy and lacked crispiness. The best item we ordered was the breakfast sandwich with hashbrown, scrambled eggs, and sausage. I think the eggs are cooked with cheese, and as someone who typically does not eat cheese, I didn't mind it. I don't know if I'll be back again - I think the concept of an asian twist on the classic diner does sound intriguing but difficult to execute. I also wasn't a big fan of the wait time. If you typically like heavier, diner food then this spot might be the place for you!

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Smaller than I thought. Now I know why there is always such a long wait.

Korean Fried Chicken Wings

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Honey Butter Pancakes

Szechuan Mountain House

The food was delicious and so FAST! Our waiter Frankie was so nice! Will definitely be coming back!…read moreThe vibe inside was relaxing and the seats were comfortable.

We had a lovely birthday dinner here. The Szechuan fried noodles, and the stir-fried cabbage were…read moremy favorite, but everything was so good. The mapo tofu, green beans, twice cooked pork, and spicy (lazi) chicken were very flavorful. I thought the mala levels were just right, but it may be on a bit on the lighter side compared to authentic. The lamb spine came in a delicious broth, but it was a bit hard eating the lamb from the bone for not a lot of meat. The house steamed fish was also amazing. They don't take online reservations for groups over 5, so we called to make one for our group of 6. It was pretty busy Friday night, so would recommend. The service was great; they drew the cutest card when they found out it was my brother's birthday and let us bring a cake. And they also offered hair ties to the people with long hair. You order through an iPad which has a beautiful menu.

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Mapo Ma-Po Tofu 麻婆豆腐

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Mala prawn

Very Fresh Noodles

Love this place and go here every time I'm in Chelsea Market! The service is quick, price is…read moredecent, and their dishes are pretty simple. There was one time I got the dry spicy beef noodles and the beef came kind of uncooked. We sent it back and they were able to quickly remake it for us. Hasn't ever happened again though. Not too much seating available here, but if you walk around the market, there are other places you could probably find seats.

Personally, this meal was not my cup of tea. I thought the noodles were quite expensive for the…read moresize of bowl you get. Having gotten the Taiwanese beef soup noodles, I didn't feel like it tasted authentic, and the quality of the beef did not seem great - it was tough and chewy. Maybe I should have gone with the cumin noodles instead. I did enjoy the lychee lemonade, which was refreshing!

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Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup

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Mike B.

1 year ago

I decided to check out Silky Kitchen during my lunch break, hoping for a quick and delicious meal. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by how efficiently everything was run. The staff was friendly, my order was taken promptly, and the food arrived in no time--perfect for someone on a tight schedule. I ordered the Pork & Pepper dish, and it exceeded my expectations. The pork was tender and packed with flavor, complemented by the perfect balance of spices and heat from the peppers. The portion size was generous, making it a satisfying and filling meal. The casual and welcoming atmosphere added to the overall experience, making it a great place to grab a meal without any hassle. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or just craving some flavorful Hunan-style food, Silky Kitchen is a fantastic choice. I'm already looking forward to coming back and exploring more of their menu! read more

Chloe C.

8 years ago

BOOM Ta! Eventually a "true" authentic hometown rice noodle in NYC and Silky definitely satisfies my most original gourmet rice noodle expectation. Reasonable price. Great place to go if you love spicy food. So choose from soup noodle*/*dry mixed noodle*/ *rice* and your choice of topping/Gaima. Tried the pork liver gaima, and no exaggeration, this is the most authentic Hunan hometown flavor rice noodle I've ever had in the U.S. (after more than a decade!). The freshly handmade dumplings are absolutely delicious !! Fried Tofu is sooo good!! The most authentic sweet rice cake. Take-out friendly. Great place for a quick lunch or dinner. read more

John W.

6 years ago

Gotten take out twice from here with my girlfriend, both times having the shrimp, chive, & pork dumplings, and let me tell you. They've got to be one of the best dumplings I've had. The skin is soft, and tender, allowing for a nice bite, with a super juicy and flavorful filling. A must get. The hunan style beef noodles were very good. The noodles were cooked well and nice and slippery, with the beef and veggies complimenting very well together with the noodles. Overall a very delicious meal to just sit in your car and eat as you sit right outside the restaurant read more

Rachel K.

8 years ago

My friends and I have tried almost every staple restaurant surrounding the Cooper Union area, and by far this has been our favorite go to. We don't get bored of going several times a week! The current menu items are authentic (as confirmed by a Chinese international student) and clean, both noodles and dumplings. The service is generally great, interior is cozy, the prices decent, the portions are filling. No complaints. read more

Hasan A.

8 years ago

This is a really nice, authentic, and comfortable dining atmosphere in the city. I am from Ohio and this restaurant has a very cozy out of the way feeling about it. The food is great and the customer service is amazing I was truly shocked because I walk by it two to three times a week and never realized how nice it was. Definitely coming back. read more

Xintong Z.

8 years ago

This is soooo good. I ordered noodles, dumplings. The restaurant is really clean and food is great. The noodles is kind of special, because it is made by race rather than wheat. Recommend every kind of dumplings! One little tip, the spicy level here is a little higher than other restaurant! I only order "minimum spicy" lol! read more

Jiali Y.

8 years ago

This place was the perfect solution for my dilemma. They offered both spicy/non-spicy noodles and dumplings with different kinds of proteins. The staff there was extremely efficient, nice and friendly. I'll be making this place a regular for sure! read more

Bria Z.

4 years ago

I went to this place on a cloudy day. In a mood of having some good food. This place is great and I had a good meal here. service is good. Environment is clean. Food portion is decent amount. Overall I'm happy with going to this place. read more

Aby L.

4 years ago

Highly recommend trying this place if you're in the area. All the servers were incredibly friendly and the food was exceptional. I will definitely bring more of my other friends to come here. read more

Samuel S.

2 years ago

this place is way too fire. brought my girl here for the first time and lets just say we had an amazing night. thanks silky. dumplings to die for. 10/10 read more

Jackie Fei F.

8 years ago

Great place to have a bowl of delicious noodles without hurting your wallet - exactly what I need for a quick casual meal. Highly recommended！ read more

Johnny F.

8 years ago

The price should be $$ not one $. Tastes good, but expensive for what they give you. I'm comparing to Chinatown price and quality.

Angie G.

4 years ago

Visited this place while staying in NYC. I love the brown sugar sticky rice cake. The service is great. Location is good too. read more

Arya Z.

4 years ago

OMG! Never been this place before. I should come here earlier. Super good! Food here is great! Environment is nice. read more

Dimeng Y.

8 years ago

Grea food and lovely environment! Authentic Hunan flavor in NYC, you can also choose the spicy level.

Yuemei Z.

8 years ago

The food here is very delicious, my friend and I really enjoy here, also the environment is pretty

Roy W.

8 years ago

everything is so good yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy yummy.......

鱼

5 years ago

Great taste! I ordered three times during my two weeks study around that area. Love it!

Yeonjun L.

7 years ago

Nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tree S.

8 years ago

Really goooood The food taste delicious. Highly recommentded

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It was a wet, stormy night in lower Manhattan. The whole country had just fallen apart. Again. I…read moreneeded Dim Sum to regenerate my powers. I scanned yelp, and realized I was a couple of blocks away from the Palace. The Dim Sum Palace. I was welcomed like an honored guest when I got there. So was my entourage... a split gallery of heroes and rogues. We were seated under a beautiful chandelier, in a room filled with chandeliers. I didn't want to swing from any of them. I wanted dim sum. We ordered by pointing at the pictures in the menu like Neanderthals.The plates arrived in waves. Perfectly paced. The food and service were extraordinary. The price I paid was nothing against the pleasure from this luxurious experience. I left completely renewed.

Dim Sum Palace is a tradition for my friends, but it was our first time trying this location and…read moreI'll be honest, the illuminated murals and midcentury furniture made me a little worried. BUT! We were rudely seated, and as a table, we laughingly agreed that the emotional abuse from wait staff was probably a good omen, and indeed it was. RICE NOODLE ROLL: 5/5. So good. The noodles were silky soft and the shrimp was super fresh. SHRIMP DUMPLINGS: 5/5. A classic. The wrapper was thin and chewy, the shrimp was succulent. PAN FRIED BUNS: 5/5. The bread itself was a work of art. Usually I just pull out the stuffing, but the pillowy, sweet, thin bao bread stole the show for me. SHUMAI: 5/5. Another staple. It was fine, but I was too busy with the soup dumplings. SOUP DUMPLINGS: 5/5. SO much rich, savory broth. With the soy sauce and ginger? Transcendent. EGG TARTS: 6/5. I'm just gonna go ahead and say I've never given a 6, and that these are the best egg tarts I've had in my big chungus life, period. The pastry was so crisp, flaky, and buttery and the custard! Smoother than Michael Jackson's moonwalk and softer than Gen Z's feelings. It makes silk look and feel like sandpaper.

3 Times

4.0

(135 reviews)

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Wasn't expecting much from this place as it kinda looked like a tourist trap but decided to get…read moretake out since I was in the area and missing Chinese food lol. Ended up getting the Hong Kong fried rice & soup dumplings and they were both realllly good and tasted realllly authentic. I'd come back to this spot time and time again just for their fried rice. Small spot by the south ferry in the fidi area of Manhattan. I'm sure they have multiple locations in the city so stop by one of them if you're craving Chinese food one day.

3.25 stars. Nice to have a northern Chinese food option in this area. They're billed as a dim sum…read morerestaurant and they do carry some, though technically dimsum is more southern Chinese style small plates, and this place serves soup dumplings, noodles and rice cakes which are more northern style. This is one of four 3 Times locations in the Manhattan/Brooklyn area though recently noticed signage outside that reads 5 Times so not sure if it's different now. (Website below still shows this as one of their locations.) Food is decent and I recently had the chance to try several items for take out: - Scallion pancake $6.95 very crispy and flaky, they make these well here. - Shanghai style fried noodles with chicken $14.95 standard fried noodles with julienned vegetables (bell pwith a thicker noodle (not the wide kind though). Felt the serving size was on the smaller side. - Fried rice with pork $13.95 ok. - Wontons in chili oil $9.75 6pcs pretty good the chili oil adds a mild/medium spicy punch. - Pan fried pork dumplings $10.96 6pcs standard, not particularly stand out. - Chicken soup dumplings $10.96 6pcs these had yellow dumpling wrapper to differentiate from the regular pork ones, pretty decent though again wouldn't say standout. Medium thickness of dumpling wrapper (thinner = more difficult to make). - Pork soup dumplings $10.96 6pcs similar prep to the chicken dumplings, I'm not sure if there was vinegar in the soup of the pork dumpling because they tasted a little sour. Like I didn't get sick or anything but I'm not sure why it had that that tinge of sourness though the meat didn't taste bad. - Sesame chicken $17.95 standard. - Sautéed string beans $14.95 good, though pretty much every Chinese restaurant makes these well, would order again. - Sautéed pea shoots $17.95 also tasty, a few older pieces of older/tougher shoots in here though overall good. With soup dumplings for takeout the risk is always that they'll cool, stick together and break so the soup leaks out. No different here. Website and menu: https://www.3times.com

Old Xi'an

4.1

(314 reviews)

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Stumbled upon the lunch special, which is a pretty good deal! $18.95 for an appetizer, main and…read moresoda. Also, love how they have bibs at the restaurant so you don't get sauce on your work shirt. Shredded Potatoes w/ Vinegar: I've eaten a lot of potatoes over the years, but this style is quite unique. It's like vinegar noodles, but with supple slightly crunchy potato threads. Lots of tangy goodness to cleanse the palate between bites of the main dish. Spicy Cumin Lamb Hand Ripped Noodles: Just perfect. House made fresh noodles that are so much more chewy and delicious than the dried kind. Flavorful spiced lamb, which is a such a treat when most Chinese restaurants just focus on the big 3 of beef, chicken and pork. Plus such a nice sauce with a good tang; so thankful for that bib!

I've walked by Old Xi'an a few times, going next door for sushi. I was meeting a coworker for…read morelunch, and I remembered that Old Xi'an was nearby. We visited around 12:30pm on a random Thursday and was able to snag a table. You order on the machine and then grab a table. They'll bring your food out to you when it's ready. I had cold noodles with a side of steamed bao. My friend had hot noodles, but the spicy ones. They were both excellent and we both agreed that this was defintitely going onto the rotation.

Yeh’s Bao

4.4

(51 reviews)

I came here on a Saturday around 12:45ish, meeting my brother who was driving in from PA. There…read morewere a couple other customers, fairly quiet. The service was prompt, but sometimes had a tough time trying to flag down a server. As we had fairly substantial dinner plans, we opted for a lighter lunch, and ended up splitting: Garlic Cucumber Salad - pretty tasty, but could have used some more garlic. Chinese Yam with Black Vinegar and Wood Ear - we had high hopes for this, and while it was fine - it was kind of bland, needing some more salt at the very least (though the vinegar at the table helped a bit) Braised Beef Noodle Soup (Half Tendon, Half Meat) - solid dish, broth was not too heavy (which was good, considered the rich beef tallow included in the dish). All in all, while not quite wow'ed with the items we did order, I'd be willing to return and try out some other dishes.

I loved the food very flavorful and not a miss everything tasted great from the beef Scallion…read morePancakes to their hot pots that was filled eith a lot of great veggies and broth. Service was attentive and quick, definitely A+ for me and the place is very comfortable for all group/party types. Do not miss out and check out video out on socials as well!

Imm Thai NYC

4.3

(115 reviews)

Loved everything about drunken noodles were perfect and had great service thanks!!!!!!!read more

We came to Imm Thai after a celebration and we able to try their lunch special (weekdays…read more11:30am-3:30pm). It was half full when we arrived, and there were only small tables of 2 available. They were able to accommodate our group of 4 by putting 2 tables together. We mainly ordered from the lunch menu, which allowed for 3 drinks and 3 appetizers for additional $3 each. We ordered: Chicken Pad See Ew ($14) - Flat rice noodles, egg, Chinese broccoli, garlic, sweet black soy sauce, with chicken. This is on the sweeter side. Chicken Pad Kra Pao ($14) - Ground chicken, chili, garlic, basil, sweet bell pepper. Was flavorful and spice was mild. We added a sunny side up egg for additional $1.50. Choo Chee Pla ($16) - deep fried fish topped with a thick red currry sauce and creamy coconut milk, served with rice. I don't usually see this option on the menu of the Thai places I have tried previously. I like how the fish was meaty and did not feel overly fried. Off the lunch special menu, we ordered the mango sticky rice ($12). Rice was very soft and sweeten with condense milk. Mango was ripe and sweet. The white sauce added a savory sweetness as well. All 3 drinks were just okay to us. Restaurant had a cute and cozy vibe. One unisex bathroom in the back.

Susukino Ramen

4.5

(143 reviews)

Looking for an affordable Japanese meal in NYC? Lunch sets start at just $17.50 and include your…read morechoice of entrée plus a sushi roll. Want a bigger meal? Dinner sets start at $28 and come with an appetizer, entrée, and sushi roll. Whether you're in the mood for ramen or a rice bowl, this spot has an easy set option for lunch and dinner. Follow me @foodie.elite on IG, TikTok and RedNote for more great finds;)

I was really surprised by how much I enjoyed Susukina. We came here for dinner. Just a short walk…read morefrom our hotel in FiDi. While I was a little worried about finding something I would like on the menu (based off pictures from other Yelpers), the actual menu has MUCH more options, including a sashimi set, bento box, and don. I came here STARVING, so I ordered a sashimi bento box with miso soup. The fish was very thiccc and fresh. And there was lots of food that came with the bento to fill me up. Best part was that the restaurant wasn't too crowded, which made for a very relaxing meal.

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