HAPPY LUCKY RESTAURANT

I've walked past this narrow restaurant many times, but only recently went in.

I was pleasantly surprised how the small facade led way to a much bigger restaurant.  For mid afternoon, the place was bustling.

Hotpot is their specialty here.  This is where each table cooks their food together but putting different foods in a broth.  It's delicous and fun.  The activity really brings friends and family together.  It's kinda like the equivalent of roasting marshmallows over a camp fire except its for dinner and it's typically a Chinese thing.

If you're in the mood for a snack, you can also try little appetizers like the fried squid or roast duck.  The fried rice here is also yummy!

HAPPY LUCKY RESTAURANT 

96 BOWERY

212-219-1993

PINGS

Pings is my favorite place for dimsum in Chinatown.  

 

 

I recently rediscovered my love for this restaurant.  Ping's is more of a local joint that you don't see too many tourists in.  Everything here is fresh and authentic.

Dim Sum recommendations: Fried Cruller Wrapped in a White Noodle, Siu Mai, vegetable dumplings.

Not only is the dim sum delicious, but later in the day the offer a variety of Chinese delicacies.  I recommend trying the crab, abalone, or conch dishes.

PING'S 

22 MOTT STREET

(212) 602-9988

ASIA MARKET CORP

Loving the Asia Market Corp!

It's been my new favorite market since marrying my Filippino husband. Here in this Chinatown store, you can find loads of South East Asian foods.

Some of my favorites here are the Bibingka Mix, Mama Sita Seasoning, & Kalamansi Honey.

ASIA MARKET CORP 

71 1/2 Mulberry Street,

New York, NY 10013

(212) 962-2020 ‎

WINNIES

Winnie's is the only bar in Chinatown that I had never been to.

I had been dying to go since it's been part of Chinatown for forever and a day.  This bar has been written up time and time again and I have felt so behind on the scene.

My friend Rosie took me here on a girl date for lychee martinis.  Oh so yummy, but oh so strong!  For a bit of a dive bar, each of these drinks will run you $10 each, but whoa do they pack a pop!

Winnie's is definitely more or a neighborhood bar; kinda like Cheers.  There's nothing fancy about the place but it seems cozy because everyone knows each other.

Next time, I  have to try their Hawaiian Punch which I heard will knock you out after one drink.

Another plus is that there is karaoke here for those of us who like to sing after a few drinks!

WINNIE'S

104 BAXTER STREET

212-732-2384

FOOD SING 88 CORP

Food Sing 88 Corp is one of my new favorite East Broadway restaurants.

 

East Broadway is one of the most happening places in Chinatown.  Full of Fuzhou immigrants, the food here is a different type of Chinese cuisine.  This place is so bustling during the weekday lunch hour, our table of 3 sits with another random person.

The hand pulled noodles are one of the specialties here.  You can choose from a variety of meats like lamb and beef.  For the more adventerous eater, try the pig's blood.

I am a fan of their house special which includes hand pulled noodles, beef, tripe, in a soup , topped with an egg.

In Manhattan, only in Chinatown can you eat a hearty meal for less than $7.

 

EAST SING 88 CORP

2 EAST BROADWAY

2 12-219-8233