South of the Clouds
This cozy Yunnan spot near Columbia University serves comforting crossing-bridge noodles and slow-simmered pot chicken.
- Mon – Sun, 11:00 – 21:30
- $$
- 1187 Amsterdam Ave
- 4.7 (124 reviews)
Description
The kitchen honors southwestern Chinese heritage with broths simmered daily for over eight hours, yielding soup bases described as rich but clean. The menu extends to appetizers and meat dishes, incorporating details like refreshing mint, though the roast chicken can be underwhelming. The bright, casual space offers fast, straightforward service near the campus back entrance. While prices are reasonable for the city, they lean slightly high for a student budget, making it a popular stop for post-class comfort food.
Good to know
Fast service