Hwa Yuan Szechuan
A reboot of a Chinatown spot that closed decades ago, Hwa Yuan serves great Peking duck, sesame noodles, and more in a massive space on East Broadway.
A classic NYC establishment, you're here for soup dumplings. Waiters pretty much assume you want these when you sit down, so don't be intimidated by the shared tabletops. Just nod with a smile and say "crab and pork please."
These are likely the most famous soup dumplings in town, and aficionados will debate whether they're actually the best. Our take? They're great, and it's an experience worth having if you want to knock a classic of your bucket list. If the lines are long, try Noodle Village around the corner.
