Diners' Choice: Chinese restaurants in Manhattan

OpenTable

Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Chinese cuisine in Manhattan? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Cha Cha Tang

4.8

4.8 (6)

$30 and under

Chinese

West Village

About the restaurant

Cha Cha Tang is a restaurant by John McDonald and Wilson Tang. The kitchen is led by Chef Doron Wong and offers a playful rendition of a classic Hong Kong diner, “cha chaan teng” which translates to “tea restaurant.”

Top review

tara

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Great experience and duck! Would Make this place a staple

Phoenix Palace

4.8

4.8 (28)

$31 to $50

Chinese

Chinatown

About the restaurant

The team behind Potluck Club opens Phoenix Palace, a sister restaurant, in the heart of Chinatown. The menu continues to celebrate Cantonese cuisine while drawing inspiration from their childhood favorites.

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Bob

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

If this is not on your list of places to go, you don't really have a list. Every dish is better than the other. The only thing that is better than their food is the customer service. From the moment you walk through the door until you leave, you feel like a VIP. The ambience is fresh and fun. Perfect for celebrations or just a night out. You will be dreaming about when you get to go back.

Potluck Club

4.8

4.8 (47)

$30 and under

Chinese

Chinatown

About the restaurant

Potluck Club is a Cantonese-American restaurant located in the bustling cross-section of Chinatown, the Lower East Side and Nolita. The menu and restaurant design draw inspiration from the experience of growing up in Chinatown.

Need to Know:
Reservations are highly recommended, walk-ins are welcomed.

We have a 10 minute grace period for all reservations. If we are able to accommodate you in the event that you arrive beyond the grace period, we will happily do so, however this is at the discretion of the host. If you are running late, please reply to your confirmation text to let us know.

75min dining time for parties of 1-3 guests
90min dining time for parties of 4-5 guests
2hr dining time for parties of 6+ guests

For parties 8 guests or larger, we require a Prix Fixe menu. Please e-mail us events@potluckclubny.com to book your reservation.

Reservations cancelled less than 24 hours in advance will be charged a cancellation fee of $10 per guest.

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AlyssaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Great atmosphere, delicious food and drinks, lovely and gracious service!

Wa Jeal

4.7

4.7 (352)

$30 and under

Chinese

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Wa Jeal Sichuan Chili House is a pioneering Asian restaurant on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, serving authentic Sichuan food. Wa Jeal is a new type of Chinese restaurant that you definitely don't want to miss.

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sandyVIP

Dined on Apr 1, 2025

This is our neighborhood Chinese restaurant. We eat here slot. Always good.

The House of the Red Pearl at Tin Building by Jean-Georges

4.8

4.8 (138)

$31 to $50

Chinese

Financial District

About the restaurant

A clandestine fine dining restaurant serving Chinese-inspired dishes that marry the innovation of Jean-Georges with flavors of the East, tucked away for a feeling of discovery. New York’s best kept secret, with intricate gold wallpaper and blue velvet banquettes.

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LeonardoVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The servers, the host and the bartender were all great and bilingual which came very handy for my parents. They offered suggestions. And knew the menu very well when helping us avoid getting certain ingredients. Thank you!

Evergreen on 38

4.6

4.6 (161)

$30 and under

Chinese

Garment District

About the restaurant

We specialize in Chinese, Shanghainese and Dim Sum cuisine as well provide delivery/ takeout service and catering for all types of parties.

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Diana VitaVIP

Dined on Mar 31, 2025

This is my "go to" place for lunch with friends in Manhattan. Service, food + ambiance r perfect.

Yingtao

4.7

4.7 (24)

$50 and over

Chinese

Hell's Kitchen

About the restaurant

Named after Bolun Yao's late grandmother, a master of home cooking, Yingtao is a modern fine-dining restaurant and bar that marries global culinary techniques with cherished Chinese memories through an adventurous Tasting Menu and playful Bar bites. This cultural blend creates a unique 'East-meets-West' dining adventure, featuring special ingredients and regional flavors from all throughout China. Our approach is complemented by sincere hospitality within a lively setting, offering guests an unparalleled dining experience.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

very good! had counter seating by the kitchen. Would recommend and will bring friends next time.

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Tang By Mr Sun 唐

4.5

4.5 (23)

$30 and under

Chinese

Upper East Side

About the restaurant

Located in the Upper East Side, Tang By MR. SUN offers a unique fusion of Eastern and Western culinary traditions. Our founder envisioned a place where Chinese cuisine is celebrated for its elegance, not just the familiar heavy, oily dishes. We pride ourselves on using premium ingredients, such as filet mignon for our Beef & Broccoli and tiger prawns in our Shrimp Satay. Our culinary journey began with a small eatery near Rockefeller Center, where our seasoned chefs, recruited from China, honed their skills in adapting authentic Chinese flavors to suit the local palate. We've since added a young chef to our team, bringing new flair and modern presentation to our dishes. We invite you to try our signature dishes, including the flavorful Curry Veggies, spicy Kung Pao Chicken, rich Beijing Chicken, savory Beef Rib, luxurious Truffle Scallion Pancake, indulgent Lobster Crunchy Noodles, and sumptuous Creamy King Crab Udon. Join us at Tang to discover a new, refined side of Chinese cuisine.

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Irvin

Dined on Mar 30, 2025

Excellent quality, attentive service and a to notch dining experience.

Buddakan NY

4.6

4.6 (16369)

$50 and over

Chinese

Meatpacking District

About the restaurant

The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattan
combines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates.

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Aftab

Dined 2 days ago

I chose to celebrate my birthday at Buddakan with some friends, and it was honestly the best decision I could’ve made. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was stunning—the high ceilings and dim, ambient lighting created such a beautiful and calming vibe. The interior design and overall setup were absolutely gorgeous and added so much to the experience. The service was exceptional. Our waiter was incredibly friendly, polite, and took the time to explain the menu in a way that made everything easy to understand. He even recommended a dessert that turned out to be a total hit with everyone at the table. Everything about the night—from the food to the ambiance to the attentive service—was perfect. I’ll definitely be coming back again. Buddakan made my birthday truly special.

MR CHOW - 57th

4.6

4.6 (2950)

$50 and over

Chinese

Midtown East

About the restaurant

Opened in 1979 by world famous restaurateur Michael Chow. MR CHOW started in London in 1968 and continues to enjoy generations of devoted clients from art, fashion, music, and entertainment. Recently awarded the 5 Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences for its excellence, service, and cuisine this restaurant described by Givenchy as a "Precious Jewel Box" is one of the most beautiful restaurants in New York City serving high Chinese Cuisine with impeccable service.
The menu at MR CHOW is a combination of old authentic Beijing, Original Recipes, and the signature dishes such as Chicken Satay, MR CHOW Noodles, and Ma Mignon. MR CHOW also serves one of the best Beijing Ducks in the world.
The famous nightly handmade noodle show is presented in every location since the opening of London in 1968.
"Elegant Midtown Chinese and its newer TriBeCa sibling offer “big-league” eats in “welcome-to-the-’80s” digs..." - ZAGAT

Top review

AlejandroVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Mr. Chow never disappoints! It’s always a must for us whenever we visit a city that has one. The food is consistently outstanding, elegant, and beautifully presented. The service is top-tier! Dining here is more than just a meal; it’s an experience we look forward to every time. Highly recommended!

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