Empire Corner II
This East Harlem takeout spot serves up classic Chinese dishes, Japanese noodle soups, and quick comfort food.
- Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 23:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 23:30; Sun, 12:00 – 23:00
- $7.50 - $13.50 based on main menu items
- 1415 5th Avenue
- 3.4 (56 reviews)
Description
Regulars point to the chow hu fun, young chow fried rice, and a house iced tea as long-standing local staples. Other standout dishes include the jumbo shrimp in a creamy butter garlic sauce, paper-thin chicken dumplings, and broccoli in garlic brown sauce. However, experiences can be mixed: while some customers praise the service, others report that ultra-fast delivery times can come at the expense of food freshness, resulting in cold, pre-packed rice and curt phone interactions. There is no indoor seating, keeping this strictly a neighborhood grab-and-go option.