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Grand Great Wall Restaurant
$$ · Dim Sum

1588 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10031
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Best Dim Sum in Hamilton Heights

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Grand Great Wall Restaurant 7.9
Hamilton Heights-Sugar Hill
Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Family Friendly Favorites Hidden Gems Heaven
Grand Great Wall is a Hamilton Heights standby where dim sum-style bites share space with Chinese-American staples like Peking duck and General Tso’s chicken. Locals lean on it for big portions, dependable takeout, and the rare chance to add steamed dumplings and other dim sum items to a casual neighborhood order.
Must-Try Dishes: Peking duck, General Tso's chicken, dim sum offerings
Scores:
Value: 8.6 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 8.2 Atmosphere: 6.1 Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Neighborhood Chinese spot that also works dim sum-style dishes into the mix.
Who should go: Families and locals craving hearty Chinese plus dim sum touches.
When to visit: Evenings for fresh fry work and busiest dim sum orders.
What to order: Peking duck, General Tso’s chicken, a mix of dim sum.
Insider tip: Build a meal around mains, then add dim sum as sides.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only — generally easier on side streets but can be competitive in the evenings
Dress code: Casual — everyday clothes and comfortable layers are perfectly fine
Noise level: Moderate — conversation is easy at smaller tables, busier during peak dinner hours
Weekend wait: Often no wait, but expect short delays during peak delivery rush
Weekday lunch: Rarely a wait — typically seated right away or quick counter pickup
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — several vegetable dishes and dumplings are available
Vegan options: Limited — some stir-fried vegetables and tofu dishes can work if you confirm sauces
Gluten-free options: Limited — many dishes use soy sauce and shared fryers, so cross-contact is likely
Best For
Better for: Casual, value-driven Chinese meals with the bonus of dim-sum-style items you don’t normally see at takeout spots.
Consider Alternatives If: You’re looking for traditional rolling-cart dim sum, upscale ambiance, or strictly gluten-free dining.