Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Sam's Fried Ice Cream, Pecking House and Grand Tea and Imports, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Experience the best chinese restaurants in NoLita. From authentic flavors to modern interpretations, discover top-rated chinese dining.
NoLita's Premier Chinese Destinations
NoLita’s charming streets are home to an incredible array of Chinese culinary destinations, offering everything from traditional staples to modern interpretations. This curated selection highlights the neighborhood's rich diversity, featuring authentic Chinese flavors alongside complementary Thai and Japanese influences. Whether you are craving the crispy textures of Pecking House, the comforting bowls at Chang Lai Fishballs Noodles, or unique treats from Sam's Fried Ice Cream, there is a perfect spot for every palate. From the specialized offerings at Grand Tea and Imports to the savory bites at Dumpling N' Dips, these local favorites define the vibrant dining scene in this stylish downtown enclave.
30 restaurants in Best Chinese Restaurants in NoLita | Top Rated Chinese Food
- Sam's Fried Ice Cream · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- Pecking House · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- Grand Tea and Imports · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- Malaysia Beef Jerky Inc · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- Chang Lai fish balls noodles 常来鱼蛋肠粉 · rated 5/5: Chinese.
- Yuan Zai Bing · rated 4.9/5: Chinese.
- Chang Lai Fishballs Noodles · rated 4.9/5: Chinese.
- Jiang Nan · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Dumpling N' Dips · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Mr. Keke · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Lei · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Bo Hai Dumpling Town · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Little Kirin · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Fan Szechuan 大宅门 · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- ME CHICKEN RICE · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Super Taste · rated 4.8/5: Chinese.
- Soothr · rated 4.7/5: Thai.
- Yum Cha · rated 4.7/5: Chinese.
- Yi Ji Shi Mo · rated 4.7/5: Chinese.
- Chef Tan · rated 4.7/5: Chinese.
- O Ramen & Dim Sum M Yuki Sushi · rated 4.7/5: Japanese.
- Jin Mei Dumpling · rated 4.7/5: Chinese.
- TLC Tea House · rated 4.7/5: Chinese.
- Rice The Great food cart · rated 4.7/5: Chinese.
- Szechuan Mountain House · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
- Spicy Moon · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
- North Dumpling · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
- Potluck Club · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
- Thailicious · rated 4.6/5: Thai.
- Fong On · rated 4.6/5: Chinese.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
