Lively Bars & Restaurants in Chinatown
Want energy? These Chinatown spots deliver — packed rooms, great music, and the kind of atmosphere where every night feels like a Friday.
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Au Cheval
High energy — trendy & lively atmosphere with great crowd
Chicago import known for one of the best burgers in America — a rich, indulgent double cheeseburger in a dimly lit, upscale diner setting.
Whiskey Tavern
High energy — casual & cozy atmosphere with great crowd
Chinatown saloon for whiskey shots, picklebacks, sports, and late-night dancing.
Ear Inn
High energy — classic & cozy atmosphere with great crowd
One of the oldest bars in NYC (est. 1817), a no-frills SoHo-area pub in a landmark 1770 Federal townhouse with live jazz and a storied past.
Apotheke Chinatown
High energy — trendy & upscale atmosphere with great crowd
Apothecary-themed Chinatown hideaway serving “prescription” cocktails with live performances.
Nha Trang One
High energy — casual & cozy atmosphere with great crowd
Enduring Chinatown Vietnamese spot for pho, BBQ beef, and crispy squid.
Bar Hugo Rooftop
High energy — upscale & trendy atmosphere with great crowd
Chic Hotel Hugo rooftop for sunset cocktails and Hudson River skyline views.
Nha Trang One
High energy — casual & cozy atmosphere with great crowd
No-frills Chinatown Vietnamese for pho, BBQ beef, and crispy squid—fast and cozy.
Deluxe Green Bo
High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd
Utilitarian Chinatown Shanghainese spot for soup dumplings, scallion pancakes, and fast service.
Tasty Hand - Pulled Noodles
High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd
Unpretentious Doyers Street noodle counter for pan-fried noodles, soups, and dumplings.
Phở Bằng
High energy — casual & classic atmosphere with great crowd
No-frills Chinatown pho counter for fast, comforting bowls and quick lunches.
Fried Dumpling
High energy — casual & lively atmosphere with great crowd
Tiny Chinatown counter for fast, cheap fried dumplings and frozen bags to go.
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