Best Happy Hour Restaurants in Chinatown
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Blossom Vietnamese Restaurant
Women-owned Chinatown staple known for anise-sweet pho broth with impossibly tender proteins and paper-thin banh xeo in a bright, quiet space.
Notable Picks
A pho-forward Chinatown spot where the broth runs anise-sweet and the proteins come out impossibly tender, with a banh xeo thin enough to shatter. The bright, bare-bones dining room stays quiet enough for solo meals or easy conversation, and the check stays low enough that you can order freely without doing math. Women-owned and steady—570 reviews deep with nearly three-quarters of them at five stars.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pho Dac Biet, Oxtail Pho, Shrimp & Pork Spring Rolls
What Makes it Special: Women-owned Chinatown staple known for anise-sweet pho broth with impossibly tender proteins and paper-thin banh xeo in a bright, quiet space.
Worthy Picks
7.8
An open-air covered patio KBBQ spot in Chinatown where the breezy design actually vents grill smoke, solving the biggest complaint most people have about Korean barbecue. The AYCE format leans on solid cuts like Black Angus brisket and marinated bulgogi at a price point that works for groups splitting the bill. Expect K-pop, sizzling grills, and energy—this is a loud, social meal, not a quiet dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Marinated Bulgogi, Black Angus Beef Brisket, Ribeye Steak
What Makes it Special: Open-air covered patio KBBQ in Chinatown where the breezy design vents grill smoke so you leave without the smell on your clothes