ZipPicks Awards
Best Chinese in Hamilton Heights
Best Chinese in Washington Heights
Best Late Night Restaurants in Washington Heights
Master Critic Review
New Golden Star Chinese Restaurant
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
New Golden Star is the classic 181st Street Chinese takeout operation where boneless spare rib combos, fried rice, and wings fuel late-night delivery runs. It’s favored for fast turnaround, predictable portions, and big platters when you want something hot and salty at the end of the night.
Must-Try Dishes:
C7 boneless spare ribs combo, House special fried rice, Chicken wings with pork fried rice
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8
Atmosphere: 6.1
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: A high-volume Chinese takeout counter known for rib combos and late-night delivery.
Who should go: Locals wanting fast, predictable Chinese after 9pm.
When to visit: Peak dinner and late delivery window 8–10:30pm.
What to order: C7 boneless spare ribs, house special fried rice, wings.
Insider tip: Use combo plates to bundle mains with fried rice and save.