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Vintage dim sum parlor dating back to 1920 with a drink menu that includes tea, beer & wine.
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Address: 13 Doyers St, New York, NY 10013
Phone: (212) 962-6047
Website: http://www.nomwah.com/
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Nom Wah Tea Parlor in New York Chinatown: open since 1920
Located in the heart of New York City’s Chinatown at 13 Doyers St. … Nom Wah Tea Parlor first opened at 13–15 Doyers Street in 1920 as a bakery and tea parlor.
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Reviews
Adriana De Pitkin
We’ve visited this restaurant multiple times and we love it! It’s one of the best dim sum restaurants in New York City. Our favorites are the Roast Pork Bun, Scallion Pancakes, Spring Rolls, Shrimp and Bacon Rolls. While it can get busy with a long waiting line, the food is served incredibly quickly. Love the old diner-style ambiance and decor. There’s plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend dining here!
… moreanna k
The dim sum here is, unfortunately, aggressively mid. This place has been in Chinatown since I was a kid, and somehow that history is doing all the heavy lifting now. The line is usually out the door and packed with non locals. I never felt compelled to wait for food I can get literally anywhere else in Chinatown, so it was always a place I walked past without a second thought.
I finally came in after watching a YouTuber promise great food and big portions.. they are average normal size btw. There was no line that day, thank god, because I would not voluntarily wait for this. The food is fine, not bad enough to send back, not good enough to remember, and absolutely not worth standing around for. There are plenty of nearby spots that are just as good, if not better, and cheaper, with no lines.
Nom Wah feels like a textbook tourist trap for young out of towners checking Chinatown off a list. And the ha gow (shrimp dumplings) my favorite basic dim sum item was abysmal. The skin was too chewy and hard. I’ve had better frozen ones from the supermarket.
The only thing I enjoyed was that it wasn’t as noisy as a typical dim sum restaurant. But I guess this place will once again be exactly what it always was for me, somewhere I walk past and never step into.
… moreI finally came in after watching a YouTuber promise great food and big portions.. they are average normal size btw. There was no line that day, thank god, because I would not voluntarily wait for this. The food is fine, not bad enough to send back, not good enough to remember, and absolutely not worth standing around for. There are plenty of nearby spots that are just as good, if not better, and cheaper, with no lines.
Nom Wah feels like a textbook tourist trap for young out of towners checking Chinatown off a list. And the ha gow (shrimp dumplings) my favorite basic dim sum item was abysmal. The skin was too chewy and hard. I’ve had better frozen ones from the supermarket.
The only thing I enjoyed was that it wasn’t as noisy as a typical dim sum restaurant. But I guess this place will once again be exactly what it always was for me, somewhere I walk past and never step into.
Samina Chowdhury
This spot is NYC’s oldest dim sum restaurant, serving authentic Hong Kong style dim sum in Chinatown since 1920 and somehow the prices are still reasonable in this economy!
Tucked away in one of Chinatown NYC’s most iconic alleyways, this spot is known for classic dim sum favorites like shrimp dumplings, soup dumplings, shrimp shu mai, beef rice rolls, scallion pancakes, egg rolls and pan fried noodles. You can get 4 massive dumplings for under $7 They are incredibly delicious and the portion to price ratio is a steal!
If you’re looking for the best dim sum in NYC, a Chinatown food spot, or affordable dim sum in New York City, add Nom Wah Tea Parlor to your list ASAP.
… moreTucked away in one of Chinatown NYC’s most iconic alleyways, this spot is known for classic dim sum favorites like shrimp dumplings, soup dumplings, shrimp shu mai, beef rice rolls, scallion pancakes, egg rolls and pan fried noodles. You can get 4 massive dumplings for under $7 They are incredibly delicious and the portion to price ratio is a steal!
If you’re looking for the best dim sum in NYC, a Chinatown food spot, or affordable dim sum in New York City, add Nom Wah Tea Parlor to your list ASAP.
Allie Ashman
This place was a delight. It was authentic, food was delicious and arrived quickly. I will say, the service could be much better. Take a buddy and chat and you will be able to get over the surly manger. Regardless of this, I will be back happily!
… moreDanielle Alvarado
I know this is one of the top recommended dim sum places, but honestly, I wasn’t impressed. I’d skip and try something else next time. The food was just… Eh. The egg roll was disgusting. Deep fat fried, dripping oil, with a gelatinous filling. We had way better food at small places in China Town.
… moreRon Ng
As a HongKonger, this restaurant has the same hospitality and service you may expect from a Hong Kong restaurant. Which is fast pace, long wait and poor attitude. I don’t blame them trying to flip tables as soon as possible and maximize revenue, that’s business. But I would expect better foods to balance the downside.
I would say this antique store must have been popular for too long and don’t need to care about reviews at all or must have been sold at some point of time.
The foods are just soso, and not deserve a 30-45 mins wait. The fried noodle has only one bite of noodles, the stuffing of dumplings are not juicy, the rice with sausage are lacking ingredients and favors. Fried dough rice noodle rolls is not crispy.
I can only say it is pretty disappointing.
… moreI would say this antique store must have been popular for too long and don’t need to care about reviews at all or must have been sold at some point of time.
The foods are just soso, and not deserve a 30-45 mins wait. The fried noodle has only one bite of noodles, the stuffing of dumplings are not juicy, the rice with sausage are lacking ingredients and favors. Fried dough rice noodle rolls is not crispy.
I can only say it is pretty disappointing.
George Fine
Nom Wah Tea Parlor is the oldest continuously operating dim sum restaurant in New York City’s Chinatown. It offers a classic Cantonese dining experience, specializing in dim sum and Chinese pastries. The restaurant is located on the famously curved Doyers Street, which contributes to its vintage, old-New York aesthetic.
Unlike many traditional dim sum spots that use circulating metal carts, Nom Wah has transitioned to a made-to-order system under its current ownership, ensuring that all dishes are served fresh and hot. Signature items include “The Original” egg roll, roast pork buns, and almond cookies.
1920 Opening: Nom Wah Tea Parlor opened at 13–15 Doyers Street as a tea parlor and bakery.
Doyers Street’s Past: The street itself, Doyers Street, is famous for its distinct, sharp bend. It was historically nicknamed the “Bloody Angle” due to its past association with gang violence among rival tongs (gangs) in the early 20th century, as the curve provided a perfect blind spot for ambushes.
The Choy Family Era: In the 1940s, the Choy family became the first known operators, running the business primarily as a bakery and selling fresh pastries, steamed buns, and dim sum.
Wally Tang Takes Over: Wally Tang, the Choy family’s nephew, started working at Nom Wah in the 1950s and purchased the restaurant in 1974. He transformed it into a full-scale dim sum restaurant, and his mooncakes, in particular, became legendary, drawing long lines of customers.
The Modern Era: In 2010, Wally Tang’s nephew, Wilson Tang, took over. He revitalized the space, updating the kitchen and transitioning the service model to made-to-order dim sum while carefully preserving the restaurant’s vintage charm—keeping the Art Deco touches, red vinyl booths, and overall historic aesthetic.
A very history Dim Sum House I have never attended due to the crush of tourists that attend this establishment, I don’t think i ever will since there are many compatible Dim Sum shops throughout Chinatown.
… moreUnlike many traditional dim sum spots that use circulating metal carts, Nom Wah has transitioned to a made-to-order system under its current ownership, ensuring that all dishes are served fresh and hot. Signature items include “The Original” egg roll, roast pork buns, and almond cookies.
1920 Opening: Nom Wah Tea Parlor opened at 13–15 Doyers Street as a tea parlor and bakery.
Doyers Street’s Past: The street itself, Doyers Street, is famous for its distinct, sharp bend. It was historically nicknamed the “Bloody Angle” due to its past association with gang violence among rival tongs (gangs) in the early 20th century, as the curve provided a perfect blind spot for ambushes.
The Choy Family Era: In the 1940s, the Choy family became the first known operators, running the business primarily as a bakery and selling fresh pastries, steamed buns, and dim sum.
Wally Tang Takes Over: Wally Tang, the Choy family’s nephew, started working at Nom Wah in the 1950s and purchased the restaurant in 1974. He transformed it into a full-scale dim sum restaurant, and his mooncakes, in particular, became legendary, drawing long lines of customers.
The Modern Era: In 2010, Wally Tang’s nephew, Wilson Tang, took over. He revitalized the space, updating the kitchen and transitioning the service model to made-to-order dim sum while carefully preserving the restaurant’s vintage charm—keeping the Art Deco touches, red vinyl booths, and overall historic aesthetic.
A very history Dim Sum House I have never attended due to the crush of tourists that attend this establishment, I don’t think i ever will since there are many compatible Dim Sum shops throughout Chinatown.
Bea Ferrao
Went one hour before closing, place was quiet, lights were dim and it felt magic. An institution that thankfully hasn’t been changed, it was dining inside a museum full of history.
The pieces of art were the food. Would fly all the way back just for the shrimp and snow pea dim sum- a must try! Give the stuffed aubergines a go and the pork soup dumplings.
Servers are rude but I guess that’s part of the authentic charm.
… moreThe pieces of art were the food. Would fly all the way back just for the shrimp and snow pea dim sum- a must try! Give the stuffed aubergines a go and the pork soup dumplings.
Servers are rude but I guess that’s part of the authentic charm.
Natalie Krause
Great vibes and yummy dim sum! My favorite were the soup dumplings and shrimp dumplings. Excellent value for the price, just make sure you have cash 🙂 Beautiful interior and they served us very quickly.
… moreNhi Hoang
All of these food and it was $23/person (tip included!!)
We got there early so there was no waiting at all. Highly recommend the Sui Mai, House Special Roast Pork Bun, Shrimp & Snow Pea Leaf!! Great comfort food and dont forget to get some tea!
Will definitely come back for good casual food:)
… moreWe got there early so there was no waiting at all. Highly recommend the Sui Mai, House Special Roast Pork Bun, Shrimp & Snow Pea Leaf!! Great comfort food and dont forget to get some tea!
Will definitely come back for good casual food:)