Best Chinese Restaurants in Midtown East (10022)
9 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Hutong
Tableside flaming duck presentation and stunning Art Deco interior evoke 1920s Shanghai glamour
Notable Picks
#1
Hutong
8.7
Award-winning Northern Chinese restaurant serving fiery dim sum and signature tableside Flaming Peking Duck in a glamorous Art Deco setting inspired by 1920s Shanghai. The elegant space in the Bloomberg Building draws a sophisticated crowd for both power lunches and evening cocktails.
Must-Try Dishes:
Flaming Peking Duck, Ma La Chili Prawns, Dan Dan Noodles
What makes it special: Tableside flaming duck presentation and stunning Art Deco interior evoke 1920s Shanghai glamour
#2
TAO Uptown
8.5
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Massive Pan-Asian restaurant anchored by a dramatic 16-foot Buddha statue overlooking a koi pond, serving Hong Kong-style Chinese alongside Japanese and Thai dishes. The theatrical space draws tourists, celebrities, and midtown professionals with its consistently executed dim sum and scene-y atmosphere.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crispy Rice Tuna, Peking Duck, Lobster Wontons
What makes it special: Cathedral-sized dining room with 16-foot Buddha creates unforgettable theatrical ambiance
#3
Mr Chow
8.4
Legendary celebrity haunt since 1979 serving refined Beijing cuisine in Givenchy's 'Precious Jewel Box' setting with nightly hand-pulled noodle performances. The 5 Star Diamond Award winner delivers sophisticated Chinese dishes with theatrical flair and impeccable service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beijing Duck, Mr Chow Noodles, Chicken Satay
What makes it special: Legendary celebrity destination with 45+ year history and nightly hand-pulled noodle show
8.3
Historic fine-dining Chinese institution since 1971 that earned the first four-star New York Times review for Chinese cuisine and claims to have invented orange beef. The Adam Tihany-designed space delivers upscale Sichuan and Cantonese dishes with white-glove service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beijing Duck, Crisp Orange Beef, XO Prawns
What makes it special: NYC institution that pioneered upscale Chinese dining and claims to have created orange beef
8.2
Midtown specialist delivering some of the city's best Peking duck, roasted until the skin achieves perfect crispiness and carved tableside with house-made pancakes. The contemporary Chinese restaurant focuses on traditional Beijing preparations with full-bar service.
Must-Try Dishes:
Peking Duck, Crispy Orange Beef, Salt and Pepper Shrimp
What makes it special: Single-minded focus on perfecting Peking duck with traditional maltose-rubbed preparation
8.1
Decade-old Sichuan specialist delivering authentic spicy dishes with the traditional seven-flavor balance in a clean, efficient midtown setting. The neighborhood favorite serves reliable mapo tofu, dan dan noodles, and fiery dry pot preparations at reasonable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mapo Tofu, Dan Dan Noodles, Pork with Sweet Miso Sauce
What makes it special: Authentic Sichuan heat with traditional seven-flavor balance at midtown convenience
Worthy Picks
TripAdvisor Top 20 Hidden Gem serving rare Indo-Chinese fusion alongside traditional Indian dishes with notably attentive service. The unique menu features hard-to-find dishes like Chicken Lollipops and Hakka Noodles that bridge Indian spices with Chinese technique.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Lollipops, Chili Chicken, Hakka Noodles
What makes it special: Rare Indo-Chinese menu with authentic street food flavors unavailable elsewhere in NYC
7.8
No-frills Sichuan workhorse serving fiery Chongqing chicken and numbing hot pot to neighborhood regulars since 2010. The straightforward spot delivers authentic heat at budget-friendly prices with BYOB option for those who know to bring their own wine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chongqing Spicy Chicken, Hot and Sour Soup, Gui Zhou Spicy Beef
What makes it special: Authentic Sichuan fire at neighborhood takeout prices with BYOB option
7.7
Compact midtown dim sum spot serving fresh steamed dumplings and Cantonese classics with genuine hospitality. The intimate space delivers quality ingredients and house-made preparations for those seeking casual, authentic flavors without the trek to Chinatown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature Dim Sum Platter, Shrimp Dumplings, General Tso's Chicken
What makes it special: Fresh-made dim sum in midtown without Chinatown crowds