Chinese Comfort Food Meets Dominican Classics

Explore three no-frills dining rooms over thick scallion pancakes, boneless spare ribs, and generous Dominican plates. Expect quick meals, takeout, and delivery, from a compact Sunnyside room to a Manhattan stop serving into the early morning.

Try the scallion pancakes at Dumplings & Things.

Three Neighborhood Kitchens


46th Street Dumpling Stop

Thick, bread-like scallion pancakes come with a salty dipping sauce at this Sunnyside kitchen. Hefty house fried rice and braised beef noodle soup round out the Chinese comfort-food lineup, with the beef kept moist in its flavorful broth. The small, clean dining room suits a sit-down meal, while delivery is available. Bring cash. This restaurant operates on a cash-only basis, and hours extend to 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Dumplings & Things4.3 (258)Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 23:00Queens, New York

Brooklyn College Takeout

Counter service keeps this neighborhood Chinese restaurant practical for a seated meal or an order to go. The clean room has mirrored walls, and the kitchen’s boneless spare ribs are a frequent recommendation. Student lunch specials add a lower-cost daytime option. Delivery orders are available. The kitchen opens at 11:00 AM Monday through Saturday, opens at noon Sunday, and stays open until 11:00 PM Friday and Saturday.

Dynasty Chinese Restaurant4.1 (297)Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 22:30; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 23:00; Sun, 12:00 – 22:30Brooklyn, New York

Late Service, Hearty Meals

At 125 Nagle Ave, this Upper Manhattan restaurant serves Dominican classics in generous portions, including rotisserie chicken, bacalao, maduros, avocado salad, and rice and beans. The dining room is basic and noisy, with little decor. Takeout and delivery are available. Hours begin at 7:00 AM every day. Monday through Wednesday, closing is at 11:00 PM. Thursday through Sunday, the restaurant stays open until 4:00 AM the next day.

El Antiguo Cevicos4.2 (53)Mon – Wed, 07:00 – 23:00; Thu – Sun, 07:00 – 04:00 (+1)Manhattan, New York

Regional comfort plates and casual kitchens

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