MR CHOW - 57th

4.6

2945 Reviews

$50 and over

Chinese

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2 people

Mar 2, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 23 times today

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Good for groups

Opened in 1979 by world famous restaurateur Michael Chow. MR CHOW started in London in 1968 and continues to enjoy generations of devoted clients from art, fashion, music, and entertainment. Recently awarded the 5 Star Diamond Award by the American Academy of Hospitality Sciences for its excellence, service, and cuisine this restaurant described by Givenchy as a "Precious Jewel Box" is one of the most beautiful restaurants in New York City serving high Chinese Cuisine with impeccable service.
The menu at MR CHOW is a combination of old authentic Beijing, Original Recipes, and the signature dishes such as Chicken Satay, MR CHOW Noodles, and Ma Mignon. MR CHOW also serves one of the best Beijing Ducks in the world.
The famous nightly handmade noodle show is presented in every location since the opening of London in 1968.
"Elegant Midtown Chinese and its newer TriBeCa sibling offer “big-league” eats in “welcome-to-the-’80s” digs..." - ZAGAT

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Chinese, Contemporary Asian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–11:30 pm
Phone number
(212) 751-9030
Website
http://www.mrchow.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Sammy Shao Hua Deng
Private party facilities
Private Room available up to 40 guests or full restaurant buy-out up to 120 guests.

Location
324 East 57th Street, New York, NY 10022
Neighbourhood
Midtown East
Cross Street
Between 1st and 2nd Avenues
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
4, 5, 6, N, R & W trains to Lexington Ave/59th Street.E & M trains to 53rd & Lexington Ave.
Entertainment
Pasta Chef demonstrates traditional Chinese hand-made noodle making nightly.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,945 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
Chinese
Manhattan
Chinese

Review summary

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MR CHOW - 57th offers a refined dining experience with "amazing food and impeccable service." Guests appreciate the elegant ambiance and standout dishes like Peking Duck, squab lettuce wraps, and crispy beef. While the restaurant is on the expensive side, it consistently delivers a "wonderful" and memorable experience, making it a favorite for special occasions. Some note the prices as "absurd," but the overall quality remains high.

2,945 Reviews

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Michael
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the most amazing dinner. The service was amazing and the food was mouth wateringly delicious. An amazing nice to celebrate a friend’s birthday.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Consistently excellent. Amazing food with superb service. Very accommodating to food allergies without compromising the incredible tastes of their food. Every member of the staff is wonderful. Thank you!
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Caroline
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mr Chow is a NY. classic and will never go out of style. The best food and the best service without a doubt. I will always return.
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carl
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was excellent and flavorful. Waiter was very attentive.
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Federico
VIP
New York City
12 reviews
1.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Awful Valentines Dinner!!! I have eaten there before Very disappointing Tables were one inch apart. Ridiculous Food was same sauce for everything. Everything tasted the same. Bad wine list . Horrible champagne ALL BAD. Arrogant receptionist. Expensive Never again for sure.
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Alexandra
Miami
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The food was cold, inside was windy every time the door is open. Stuff is not friendly. Was the worst experience for Valentine day
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Maria
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
I’m sorry but we were very disappointed. We paid $750 for $40 dinner.
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David
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic ambience, food and service!! Great value for the experience!
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Larry
VIP
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every thing was great.The food was better on other occasions .It was a fixed menu on Valentines night and selections were limited to a fixed menu.I love eating here and the staff could not be nicer.
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Alicia
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good,worth to bring friends go back ,service and food all good
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MR CHOW - 57th does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates. MR CHOW - 57th also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 751-9030.

MR CHOW - 57th is rated 4.6 stars by 2945 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Mar 2, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 23 times today

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324 East 57th Street, New York, NY 10022

Additional information

Cross Street
Between 1st and 2nd Avenues
Neighbourhood
Midtown East
Hours of Operation
Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–11:30 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Chinese, Contemporary Asian
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
4, 5, 6, N, R & W trains to Lexington Ave/59th Street.E & M trains to 53rd & Lexington Ave.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sammy Shao Hua Deng
Entertainment
Pasta Chef demonstrates traditional Chinese hand-made noodle making nightly.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mrchow.com/
Phone number
(212) 751-9030
Private party facilities
Private Room available up to 40 guests or full restaurant buy-out up to 120 guests.

MR CHOW - 57th

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Menu

First Course

Pink Zebra Water Dumplings

Chicken Satay

Squab with Lettuce

Glazed Prawns with Walnuts

Lobster Vermicelli

2nd Course

Ma Mignon

Beijing Chicken

Green Prawns

Lobster

Beijing Sea Bass

Served with

Pineapple Sauteed Rice

Seasonal Vegetables

Dessert

Petit Four

Included Pairing

Aubry, Premier Cru, Brut, NV

Served Communal Style

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