Six Chinatown Kitchens for Cantonese Classics and More
Manhattan's Chinatown still rewards a walk down Mott and Doyers. These six range from a basement Cantonese institution and a Taiwanese pork-chop counter to a Canal Street oyster bar with a Spanish accent, most easy on the wallet.
A basement institution on Mott Street plating Cantonese comfort food with old-school energy. It answers a late, inexpensive craving after a night downtown. Open daily to 10:00 PM. Pricing is inexpensive.
Louis Wong's Mulberry Street room turns out Cantonese classics and dim sum in a warm, loud space. It suits a shared, midday feast. Open 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, closed Tuesday. Pricing is mid-priced.
Behind a low-key Chrystie Street front, this spot pairs generous sushi rolls with private tatami rooms. It fits a small group wanting a quiet corner. Open to 11:00 PM on weekends. Pricing is mid-priced.
A buzzing Canal Street oyster bar plating Spanish- and Portuguese-inflected seafood in a tight room. It rewards an evening built around raw bar and wine, around 85 dollars per person. Seatings nightly, 5:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Pricing is upscale.
A no-frills Doyers Street counter serving fast Taiwanese street food and its signature spiced pork chop. It works for a quick, filling solo lunch. Open to 9:00 PM, closed Tuesday. Pricing is inexpensive.
A Mott Street mainstay known for Cantonese seafood and roast duck in a lively, old-school room. It carries a big table without a big bill, roughly 10 to 35 dollars per person. Closed Sunday. Pricing is inexpensive.