Budget Asian Eats in NYC, From Clay Pots to Hand Rolls

3.8 (129)

Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 21:30; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 22:30; Sun, 12:00 – 21:30

22-20 154th St, Whitestone, NY 11357, USA

Whitestone regulars order made-to-order Chinese classics here in generous portions, including dumplings with thin skins. Every dish is cooked fresh, which means at least 15 minutes of prep, and prices sit below comparable kitchens in nearby Flushing.

4.8 (38)

Mon – Sun, 10:00 – 20:50

37-11 Main St #7FC

Chewy potato and rice noodles simmer in bubbling clay pots at this counter on the 99 Ranch Market food street in Flushing. Family Feast combos load in fatty beef, shrimp and meatballs, pots start at 11.99 dollars, and hours run 10:00 AM to 8:50 PM daily.

5.0 (100)

Mon – Sun, 10:45 – 21:00

6522 17th Ave

Stuffed hand rolls, maki and kani salads come out beautifully plated at this compact Brooklyn sushi stop with one table. Lunch pairs two maki rolls and a drink for 9.99 dollars, and the owner sometimes adds complimentary water or a free dessert.

4.4 (150)

Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 23:00; Sun, 12:00 – 22:00

40-75 Junction Blvd

Local families on Junction Boulevard turn to this old-school Queens counter for Chinese takeout classics like roast chicken, broccoli chicken and chicken wings with fried rice. Portions are generous, staff are friendly, and delivery is prompt.