Dragon 88
This Upper East Side Chinese takeout spot draws locals with speedy kiosk ordering and standout fried chicken combos.
- Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 22:30
- $
- 1680 1st Ave, New York, NY 10128
- 3.9 (83 reviews)
Description
Behind the counter, the kitchen prepares Chinese classics with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and generous portions. Along with stir-fries and noodles, the menu features specialty options like grilled ribs and Lake Dongting Shrimp. Repeat customers note details like the fluffy, fresh rice served with the sesame chicken combo—a step up from standard yellow rice—and recommend adding the garlic sauce. The clean, simple space is run by a courteous staff and supports contactless payment for easy walk-ins.
Good to know
Budget-friendly