Xing Dragon

Xing Dragon is part of the Chinatown scene in East Harlem. Flavor chases vibe on 115th, where joints like this anchor the block. Expect five-spice pork, mapo tofu, hand-pulled noodles, sizzling plates, and occasionally Peking duck to go. They’re open late or at least a little past most dinner spots.

The restaurant hides behind Harlem’s four corners at 305 E 115th St, wedged between a laundromat and a bodega. Park once, grab a slice of moo-shu across the way, then cut back for seconds.

Before heading out, copy the map on your phone: directions are quick from the 6 or the M116. Source an inside tip when you get close: call (212) 860-3232 to lock in your order.