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Salt-baked seafood, handmade noodles, soups & roast meat are served in a spartan setting.
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Address: 28 Bowery, New York, NY 10013
Phone: (212) 349-0923
Website: http://greatnewyorknoodletown.com/
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Great N.Y. Noodletown
Welcome to Great New York Noodletown! A beloved, no frills Chinese restaurant located at the corner of Bayard & Bowery Street in Manhattan Chinatown.
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BARBECUED ITEMS RICE NOODLE SIDES SPECIAL DISHES. Barbecue Item On Rice. $11.25. Baby Pig on Rice. $11.25. $8.50. Roast Duck on Rice.
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Serving classic Cantonese dishes since 1981 · Photo by Great NY Noodletown in The Great New York Noodletown (chinese food).
Reviews
Melissa D’Angelo
We went on Christmas Day! We waited in line outside (that wrapped around the block) for an hour. It was worth it. As crowded as it was, we were not rushed. The food was amazing and there was so much of it. And when I heated it up the next day it was still good.
… moreJaeho Choi
Great NY Noodletown is a solid spot for classic Cantonese comfort food. I especially like the wonton noodle soup, the broth is clean and flavorful, and the wontons are well made with a good balance of shrimp and pork.
The roast meats are also a highlight, with crispy roast pork and roast duck that are consistently satisfying. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable for the quality and location.
The service may seem a bit indifferent at first, but they take care of everything you need efficiently. The atmosphere is simple and always busy, which fits the Chinatown vibe. Overall, a reliable place for authentic Cantonese noodles and soups.
… moreThe roast meats are also a highlight, with crispy roast pork and roast duck that are consistently satisfying. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable for the quality and location.
The service may seem a bit indifferent at first, but they take care of everything you need efficiently. The atmosphere is simple and always busy, which fits the Chinatown vibe. Overall, a reliable place for authentic Cantonese noodles and soups.
Kate Rimolo
Good place in Chinatown. There was no wait, but the place was packed at 3pm. There was a steady stream of people arriving. We got a couple of beers, the salt baked squid (crab was out of season), a duck wonton noodle soup, and a shrimp wonton noodle soup. The bill was $75, with tip. It was good, but probably my least favorite of the restaurants we have tried from the infatuation best noodle places in the city list. It does belong on the list though, no question. I will be back because I need to try the salt baked crab.
… moreKaty Rodriguez
The food here feels genuinely authentic, the kind of dishes you won’t always find in more Americanized Chinese restaurants. Some flavors might be subtler than what you’re used to, but that’s part of the experience. If you’re the kind of diner who enjoys trying traditional dishes and exploring beyond the usual favorites, this is a great place to do that.
They have a loooooong menu, so I would strongly recommend looking at it in advance if you can so that you know what to order when you sit down.
Service is fast and efficient. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is exactly what you’d expect from a Chinatown restaurant: a little chaotic, but always interesting.
… moreThey have a loooooong menu, so I would strongly recommend looking at it in advance if you can so that you know what to order when you sit down.
Service is fast and efficient. Portions are generous, prices are reasonable, and the atmosphere is exactly what you’d expect from a Chinatown restaurant: a little chaotic, but always interesting.
Bonnie Ye
This place was rated one of the 100 best restaurants in NYC! I had to give it a try. It’s a small casual place. It’s packed during lunch time. We waited for about 15 minutes and got seated at a small table for 5 of us.
We ordered half roasted duck, bbq pork, beef chow fen and beef noodle soup. The duck was very good and I’d recommend this dish. BBQ pork was ok. Beef chow fen didn’t have much beef and beef noodle soup was average.
It’s a cash only place. Please be aware that they charge you 20% service charge automatically! No need to tip extra! It’s very misleading the way how they presented the check. It’s on a handwritten receipt with “SC” next to it, which would be hard to tell if not paying attention to your bill.
In my opinion, there are soooo many better Cantonese restaurants near by in Chinatown.
… moreWe ordered half roasted duck, bbq pork, beef chow fen and beef noodle soup. The duck was very good and I’d recommend this dish. BBQ pork was ok. Beef chow fen didn’t have much beef and beef noodle soup was average.
It’s a cash only place. Please be aware that they charge you 20% service charge automatically! No need to tip extra! It’s very misleading the way how they presented the check. It’s on a handwritten receipt with “SC” next to it, which would be hard to tell if not paying attention to your bill.
In my opinion, there are soooo many better Cantonese restaurants near by in Chinatown.
Jose
Great NY Noodletown is one of those classic NYC spots where everything just works exactly the way you want it to. From the moment I walked in, the experience was impressively quick — I was seated almost immediately, and the food came out with that fast, no-nonsense efficiency that only the best Chinatown institutions have mastered. It’s the perfect place when you’re hungry and want something delicious without any long wait.
It’s cash only, so definitely come prepared, but honestly the value and speed make it more than worth the slight inconvenience. I started with the spring rolls, which were hot, crispy, and packed with flavor — the kind that taste even better than you remembered from the last time. For my main dish, I ordered their all-protein plate, which comes with three different types of protein. Every single one was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. It’s a great option if you’re in the mood for something hearty and want to try a mix of what they do best.
The atmosphere is exactly what you expect: simple, bustling, and full of people who know they’re in the right place for great food. If you want a quick, satisfying, and truly classic New York Chinatown meal, Great NY Noodletown never disappoints. Highly recommend!
… moreIt’s cash only, so definitely come prepared, but honestly the value and speed make it more than worth the slight inconvenience. I started with the spring rolls, which were hot, crispy, and packed with flavor — the kind that taste even better than you remembered from the last time. For my main dish, I ordered their all-protein plate, which comes with three different types of protein. Every single one was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. It’s a great option if you’re in the mood for something hearty and want to try a mix of what they do best.
The atmosphere is exactly what you expect: simple, bustling, and full of people who know they’re in the right place for great food. If you want a quick, satisfying, and truly classic New York Chinatown meal, Great NY Noodletown never disappoints. Highly recommend!
Kitty Kat
1/8/26 I’m writing this review because consistency and food safety matters.
The first time I had roast duck from Great New York Noodle Town, it was absolutely delicious. The duck was not greasy at all, perfectly cooked in the middle, soft, juicy, and full of flavor. You could truly taste the roast duck, and the skin had a subtle sweetness that made it amazing. That experience is the only reason I agreed to order it again.
Unfortunately, the second time was a complete disappointment and honestly disgusting.
The duck we received tasted old. There was no duck flavor at all. The meat was gray, and when I warmed it up, it released a strong, unpleasant odor. Even worse, parts of the meat appeared yellow and pus-like — not the skin, but the meat itself, which is extremely concerning. It was clear this duck had been sitting out far too long before being sold.
Yes, the photos may look good because my phone takes great pictures — I can’t help that — but close-ups tell the real story. The food was bad, unsafe, and completely inedible. We had to throw it away.
It’s unacceptable for any restaurant to sell meat in that condition. Food is expensive, people work hard for their money, and no one should come home excited to eat only to be met with spoiled food. Beyond that, people are hungry out here — wasting food because of poor handling is infuriating.
The inconsistency between visits is alarming. Great the first time, absolutely terrible the second time. That alone makes it hard to trust ordering again.
This review is being posted so others are aware — no one deserves to pay for food that should never have been sold in the first place.
… moreThe first time I had roast duck from Great New York Noodle Town, it was absolutely delicious. The duck was not greasy at all, perfectly cooked in the middle, soft, juicy, and full of flavor. You could truly taste the roast duck, and the skin had a subtle sweetness that made it amazing. That experience is the only reason I agreed to order it again.
Unfortunately, the second time was a complete disappointment and honestly disgusting.
The duck we received tasted old. There was no duck flavor at all. The meat was gray, and when I warmed it up, it released a strong, unpleasant odor. Even worse, parts of the meat appeared yellow and pus-like — not the skin, but the meat itself, which is extremely concerning. It was clear this duck had been sitting out far too long before being sold.
Yes, the photos may look good because my phone takes great pictures — I can’t help that — but close-ups tell the real story. The food was bad, unsafe, and completely inedible. We had to throw it away.
It’s unacceptable for any restaurant to sell meat in that condition. Food is expensive, people work hard for their money, and no one should come home excited to eat only to be met with spoiled food. Beyond that, people are hungry out here — wasting food because of poor handling is infuriating.
The inconsistency between visits is alarming. Great the first time, absolutely terrible the second time. That alone makes it hard to trust ordering again.
This review is being posted so others are aware — no one deserves to pay for food that should never have been sold in the first place.
Yvonne A
Visited Great NY Noodletown in Chinatown and wow the food absolutely blew me away. We ordered a little bit of everything: the roast pork, duck, chicken, General Tso’s chicken, bok choy, fish congee and more. Every dish had its own flavor and the taste really stood out compared to other Chinese restaurants. The meats were tender and flavorful, the veggies were fresh and the congee was comforting and seasoned. You can really taste the classic, old-school Chinatown style in every bite.
The atmosphere is super busy (we waited for 30 minutes). The service was just okay, not the warmest, but they’re quick, efficient and the food comes out fast, which honestly makes up for it.
Overall, if you’re looking for delicious, no-nonsense Chinese food with bold flavors and generous portions, this place is definitely worth visiting. I’ll 100% be back for more!
… moreThe atmosphere is super busy (we waited for 30 minutes). The service was just okay, not the warmest, but they’re quick, efficient and the food comes out fast, which honestly makes up for it.
Overall, if you’re looking for delicious, no-nonsense Chinese food with bold flavors and generous portions, this place is definitely worth visiting. I’ll 100% be back for more!
Anson Fung
“Please leave.” That’s exactly what we were told at Great NY Noodletown, and it perfectly sums up the experience.
The food was mid at best. BBQ items came out cold, the char siu was dry, and overall it was just disappointing. No exaggeration when I say it was some of the worst char siu I’ve had. Cheap $ food for cheap quality food. Nothing like the other restaurants we went to that day. Somehow, the service was even worse. Rude attitude, zero hospitality.
There is a polite and professional way to tell guests that others are waiting. They chose instead to be outright rude and piss everyone off.
Message received. We will indeed leave and leave a bad review.
… moreThe food was mid at best. BBQ items came out cold, the char siu was dry, and overall it was just disappointing. No exaggeration when I say it was some of the worst char siu I’ve had. Cheap $ food for cheap quality food. Nothing like the other restaurants we went to that day. Somehow, the service was even worse. Rude attitude, zero hospitality.
There is a polite and professional way to tell guests that others are waiting. They chose instead to be outright rude and piss everyone off.
Message received. We will indeed leave and leave a bad review.
HELLO CHLOE
This was super authentic, reminded me of macau/HK roast meat restaurant, small spot with limited tables ,yet food was delicious and staff was nice people working together as a team! I like how modern the place looks and how clean the ceramic tile walls were with the traditional Chinese vertical menu panels.The air conditioning is well ventilated, and doesn’t have the weird odors of kitchen smoke and funky meat They even sing Happy birthday to their customers who are their loyal locals. At the end of checkout , sweet tangy oranges are given , nice homey touch I highly appreciate their service and they listen to customer feedback
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