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Everything you should eat in Chinatown in one map
We combed Chinatown’s alleyways and secret menus to serve you the most authentic culinary adventures in the neighborhood. Take a look at the map above, scroll through our full list below and prepare to take your palate for a ride.
1. Deal CloserChinatown aphrodisiacs mixed into your first love: vodkaApothéke, 9 Doyers St, (212-406-0400). $18.
2. Roast duck congeeVery creamy with lots of fatty duckBig Wong, 67 Mott St, (212-964-0540). $6.25.
3. Hong Kong milk teaHot for a nice twistBoba Guys, 265 Canal St. $4.50.
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4. Veg meat pastryTurns heads on the streetBuddha Kosher Vegetarian, 77 Mulberry St, (212-233-2921). $4.50.
5. Don tot ice creamLight, creamy egg-custard flavorChinatown Ice Cream Factory, 65 Bayard St, (212-608-4170). $4.95.
6. Crystal shrimp dumpling in soupIntensely fresh shrimpDim Sum VIP, 68 Mott St, (212-226-6889). $5.95.
7. Melon cakeExactly what Beijing kids enjoyGolden Fung Wong Bakery, 41 Mott St, (917-816-5820). $3 (for 5).
8. Durian crunchPuff pastry with a hint of durianGolden Unicorn, 18 East Broadway, (212-941-0911). $2.75.
9. Sampan porridgeA fragrant mix of peanuts and fishGreat N.Y. Noodletown, 28 Bowery, (212-349-0923). $4.50.
10. Beef stew and wonton with noodlesSurprisingly springy noodlesH K Wonton Garden, 79 Mulberry St, (212-349-1495). $6.
11. Sweet rice wrapped in bamboo leavesA-plus Chinese grandmotheringHo Won Bake Shoppe, 146 Hester St, (212-966-5626). $1.
12. Pork chop over ricePerfect hangover cureHua J