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Aug 9, 2023 · Formerly called Chinatown Nights, Chinatown Night Market is an open-air cultural festival that features Chinatown-focused art and programming along with local street food vendors at Forsyth Plaza. And their next event is taking place this Friday, August 11th, from 8p.m. – 11p.m.
May 21, 2024 · 1 post. China town at night. 5 years ago. Hi everyone! We are visiting NYC next week, and will arrive Tuesday evening. My question is, are the shops and restaurants open in China town late at night, say around 10PM?
- Some of the restaurants are open that late. Though there might be a few big shops open, most shops will be closed.
- Most restaurants there are open late. I am not sure about the shops. Is there something you are looking to buy?
- I stayed right on the edge of Chinatown on my last trip and walked down Canal St from the subway every night. It was far from deserted but I was su...
- Mott street is where the action is. Canal is, for the live seafood and illegal knockoffs
- By 10 (and you will almost certainly be later than that, travel in NYC always takes longer than you think). much of it is closed; the best time is...
- Btw, in case you were planning on it, please do not purchase knock-offs/counterfeit goods. These industries support terrorism (for example, the wea...
- Among the highlights of walking through Chinatown are the food markets. The close relatively early.
- And an interesting part of Chinatown (to me) is the part along East Broadway (no connection to the famous Broadway). It's less touristy, more local...
- Great NY Noodle Town (on Bowery) is open very late and Whiskey Tavern (just around the corner on Baxter Street) is too. Other than those and a few...
- Although I haven't been in a while, Apotheke is one of my favorite cocktail bars in Manhattan, kind of a speakeasy, open very late, it probably onl...
- Cafes/Bakeries
- Chinatown Restaurants
- Bars
- Chinatown Stores & Shopping
- Unique Experiences
1. Alimama
Alimama’s massive boba-filled cream puffs will actually change your life! With their gooey, chewy, bouncy textures and out-of-this-world flavors, we can guarantee you your first visit to Alimama certainly won’t be your last. Plus, they were the first tea shop in NYC to offer Japanese mochi donuts! Read more about this spot here. 89A Bayard St.
2. Golden Steamer
For deliciously doughy bao buns you’ll want to head to Golden Steamer. This bakery serves tons of different bun varieties, whether you’re looking for pork or egg yolk, served steaming hot and incredibly delicious. If you head here be sure to taste their famous pumpkin custard! 143A Mott St.
3. Keki Modern Cakes
One taste of Keki Modern Cakes and you’ll be daydreaming about their cheesecake for the rest of your life…literally. From their “bouncy cheesecake,” which is light, silky, and will melt right in your mouth to cream puffs, cakes, and cheese tarts, this bakerywill turn anyone into a sweets lover. 79 Mott St.
4. Taiyaki
Before we get to the savory we’re gonna stick to the sweet for a little bit longer with a shoutout to Taiyaki, one of our favorite spots for fluffy, mouthwatering, soufflé-style pancakes. The dessert shop—made popular by its fish-shaped waffle cones filled with custard or red bean paste (“taiyaki”)—began serving up the fluffiest pancakes in the city and we can’t get enough. Read all about these delicious treats here. 119 Baxter St. Bonus: find more of our favorite spots serving soufflé-style...
5. Vegetarian Dim Sum House
Vegetarian Dim Sum House is perfect for anyone who doesn’t eat meat but finds themself constantly tempted to forget about that for a steamed pork bun–which are made here with mock pork and are out of this world! They also serve mock chicken, mock beef, even mock seafood!In addition to the pork buns we suggest their bean curd rolls, and if the weather is nice opt for a seat outdoors! 24 Pell St.
6. Joe’s Shanghai
Obviously when going to the iconic Joe’s Shanghai an order of their soup dumplings is a must,and honestly whichever ones you order will satisfy you. However, may we also suggest trying the peking duck, scallion pancakes, and their flat noodles. P.S. they’re cash only so be sure to stop at the ATM before heading over (and get there early if you’d like to avoid a long wait)! 46 Bowery
12. Peachy’s
For moody lighting, delicious drinks, and decor that will make you never want to leave,Peachy’s is the place to be. Order a cocktail (we suggest the Bell of the Fall or the Shaky Suzie), cozy up into one of the booths, and live out your main character moment at this Chinatown staple. 5 Doyers St.
13. Mr. Fong’s
For delicious cocktails at really good prices,head to Mr. Fong’s. Here you’ll find drinks such as a Salty Plum Old Fashioned, made with salted plum-infused bourbon, bitters, and zest, the Tequila Zombie, made with Szechuan peppercorn tequila, tropical juices, bitters, and pastis, and the Tequila + Flowers, made with ancho tequila, hibiscus, lemon juice, and soda. 40 Market St.
14. Apotheke
Come to Apotheke for the inventive drinks, stay for the gorgeous ambiance. This dimly-lit spot is inspired by historic apothecaries that created natural remedies from various plants, roots, and botanicals. Their impressive and extensive drink menu is built around ingredients known for their restorative and medicinal properties, and the menu is even categorized by Stimulants, Pain Killers, Euphorics, Aphrodisiacs, and Stress Relievers. You can read more about Apotheke here. 9 Doyers St. (also...
16. oo35mm
Arguably NYC’s best skincare store, oo35mm mainly stocks Korean skincare products. Whether you’re looking for a moisturizer, face masks, serums, or literally anything that goes on your skin, you’ll find it here. But fair warning: don’t let the size of the store fool you–be prepared to spend hours here! 81 Mott St.
17. Canal Street Market
Canal Street Market is a carefully curated retail market, food hall, and community space. You can shop from a pretty wide variety of local small businesses here, finding everything from home goods and art to clothing, before heading to the food hall to enjoy rice rolls, bubble tea, and more. 265 Canal St.
18. Yu & Me Books
After a devastating fire began at Yu & Me Books in 2023, the shop was forced to operate out of a temporary site, but they’re now back in their original Chinatown location! The store is believed to be the first female Asian-American NYC based bookstore, and her you’ll find Asian American authors as well as immigrant writers and people of color. Read more here. 44 Mulberry St.
19. Explore the area on a food tour
Explore Chinatown–and NYC’s Lower East Side as a whole–through its delicious food! Learn about the rich cultural diversity and history of the LESas you listen to the tales of the struggling immigrants who came to NYC in search of opportunity. You’ll hear stories about everything from historic synagogues to street art and trendy food markets. Essex Market – 88 Essex Street
20. Mmuseumm
Mmuseumm is arguably one of NYC’s most unique museums. It’s located in an old freight elevator in a Chinatown alleyway, so to say it’s the smallest NYC museumwe’ve ever seen would be an understatement. Displaying objects from around the world, the museum is currently closed for the winter, but will open in the spring of this year. In the meantime, you can always view the museum through the window whenever you please! 4 Cortlandt Alley
21. Chinatown Night Market
Once the temps heat up and summer hits, Chinatown-based non-profit Think!Chinatown hosts their own monthly night markets! This open-air cultural festival features Chinatown-focused programming along with local art and food vendors, and it’s the perfect way to experience what the neighborhood has to offer. You can find more info once the series starts up again here.
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Mar 15, 2024 · Brooklyn Bridge – The Brooklyn Bridge is magical, if not more magical, at night. Fewer crowds, city lights, cool air blowing across the East River – it’s the total NYC experience. After 9pm there are fewer crowds, but still enough people and lighting to be safe.
Jun 30, 2023 · This open-air cultural festival features Chinatown-focused programming alongside local art and food vendors. The market highlights the community’s incredible diversity of food, art, and music. Watch intermittent live dance and musical performances throughout the night.
Apr 5, 2023 · At night, Chinatown’s main streets, like Mott, Elizabeth, Pell, and Doyers have many restaurants open until 9 p.m. and some until 10 p.m. Keep in mind, in general, Chinatown is quieter at night. Markets and shops are mostly closed with a few exceptions.
Sep 6, 2023 · Time Out says. Chinatown Night Market (橋頭夜市), the monthly summer series of art and food, is back and bigger than ever. This month’s market runs on Friday, September 8, from 8 to 11pm in Forsyth...
