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Uncle Lou, a family-friendly Chinese restaurant, Asian restaurant, and Brunch restaurant, serving authentic Cantonese restaurant cuisine in the heart of New York City. Located at 73 Mulberry St, New York, NY 10013, we offer a unique dining experience that combines traditional flavors with modern twists. Indulge in our signature Dim sum restaurant dishes, carefully crafted to delight your taste buds. From savory to sweet, our menu features a wide range of options to satisfy your cravings. Whether you're in the mood for a quick Lunch restaurant or a leisurely dinner, our welcoming atmosphere and attentive service ensure a memorable experience for all. At Uncle Lou, we're dedicated to providing exceptional cuisine and outstanding service. Join us for a culinary journey that will leave you feeling like family.

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Frugal Cyclist
Frugal Cyclist -Local Guide
2 months ago
3rd time here. Haven’t been back for a while and I say the food tonight has fell short of expectations.The venue is quite nice with an Asian decor. Love the lanterns & lion head on wall. Good ambiance & prompt service. 👍👍Prices are reasonable and...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Carmen Lam
Carmen Lam -Local Guide
a month ago
After a disappointing lunch here, I have decided to skip any local articles of "best places to eat" since this is the 5th city where those articles proved biased or inaccurate. The best meter for a great local eatery is still following the long...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
MGiOiA CT Realtor
MGiOiA CT Realtor -Local Guide
4 months ago
We were in the city and before heading home decided to get Chinese food. Without any place in particular to go to, we went to China town, mulberry street and stumbled into this place. Great find!! The place was packed so we figured it’s good....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5
Zoë Johnson
Zoë Johnson -Local Guide
5 days ago
We went there for a work dinner. It was my first time and I have only heard good things about the place, so I was excited to be gaining the experience! They did not disappoint. Be sure to make a reservation, especially for large parties!...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Sara L
Sara L
8 months ago
My friends recommended me Uncle Lou recently. We didn't have reservations and we got there at 6pm tonight. We got seated immediately. Joe was server. He was very attentive and friendly. We got some free homemade Chinese soup with Lotus root with meat in it....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Ruben Glatt
Ruben Glatt -Local Guide
3 months ago
Happened to walk by and entered based on reviews. Not disappointed! We had the vegetable fried rice and pork dim sum, both tasted good, although I recommend getting the spicy chili sauce with it. The place stood out for its cleanliness and surprisingly nice restrooms....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Bill Wang
Bill Wang -Local Guide
2 months ago
A bustling Cantonese restaurant with nostalgic decor and generally good food. The standout items include the beef chow fun and beef brisket radish casserole. The chenpi duck tends toward the saucy side, while the steamed buffalo is light in flavor, even when paired with the...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
George Dy
George Dy -Local Guide
7 months ago
This may be my new favorite restaurant in New York. We went on a whim and managed to get in before the dinner rush. Uncle Lou’s doesn’t fit the typical Eater mold because of its no-frills, Cantonese-style service, but the food was DELICIOUS and the...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Mid Hun
Mid Hun -Local Guide
6 months ago
We found this place at random. They were understaffed but they wrote that at the front of the restaurant so we didn't mind the wait. The decor and ambiance are really nice. The bathrooms are decent. The food is large portions but so so delicious....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Denise A.
Denise A. -Local Guide
3 weeks ago
Another fantastic culinary experience eating at Uncle Lou's. Coming here for Thanksgiving is now a yearly tradition we look forward to continuing.Service is top notch and staff was warm, friendly and attentive the entire time. Dishes and drinks refills came to the table quickly although...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Connie Kwok
Connie Kwok -Local Guide
6 months ago
This place is flooded with tourists, so with that comes much higher prices overrated food compared to other places nearby esp for the hole in wall places. As a Chinese American, the food is excellent, traditional Cantonese, though the clientele here is likely sticking to...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Insoo Om
Insoo Om -Local Guide
3 months ago
Chicken wings are worth the drive! I traveled two hours just for them. The Peking pork chops, paired with their tangy sauce, complement the chicken wings perfectly. I also really enjoy their shrimp wonton soup—it's one of my favorites. The razor clams are delicious too....Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Stephanie (Just my opinion)
Stephanie (Just my opinion) -Local Guide
2 months ago
My experience here was amazing. My wife and I enjoyed the cleanliness of the establishment and the friendly staff.We shared the Crispy Sweet and Sour Pork, Beef Broccoli, chicken Lo Mien, hot and sour soup and fried dumplings.
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Yeeman Sin
Yeeman Sin -Local Guide
3 months ago
We walked in at 9.30pm the place was buzzing full of people eating and still waiting for tables tooWe were seated in no timeThe service was excellent and very attentive, nothing was a bother considering they were very busyWe ordered the Crispy Salt + Pepper...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Jessica Shim
Jessica Shim -Local Guide
a year ago
Everything we ordered was really tasty and perfectly seasoned. The entire establishment was clean and modern. Must order: garlic chicken, eggplant, and the walnut shrimp was amazing.This business also has a great story with Uncle Lou at the center. I love supporting great small businesses...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Zhong Yang
Zhong Yang -Local Guide
2 months ago
I really liked the Fried Sweet & Sour Spare Ribs. The rest of the food is just above average. Even the usually good Chen Pi Duck is a little off today. The attitude, however, is all the way up there. Just like all the other...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 2/5
Trina Teo
Trina Teo -Local Guide
2 months ago
4 small eaters ordered 4 dishes:Garlic chickenChicken & char Siu crispy noodleBeef ho funEggplants1 pot of hot Chinese tea refillablePaid around USD110+ include tip & taxVerdict: I would not recommend for foodies especially those who prefer real SEA Chinese food.
Food: 3/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Trevor Elliott
Trevor Elliott
7 months ago
Our food was the delight of our trip here.The service was average. The workers are very busy.The atmosphere is loud. It’s a popular place! Be prepared to wait in line. Also be prepared to enjoy some delicious food.HisHot and Sour Soup: 4.0Sweet and Sour Chicken:...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Meri Haitkin
Meri Haitkin -Local Guide
6 days ago
This is my current fave in Chinatown. First off all - it’s so hard to find good pan fried noodles and here they are and they are fantastic. Also - man - the pork dumplings are everything I want in a dumpling. For me -...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Thomas S
Thomas S
6 months ago
Good but not the supreme experience I was expecting based on other reviews. Order one of their signature dish half duck in mandarine sauce was really good but hard to get the meat from the carcass. Fried noodles were ok (nothing special) and fried dumplings...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Tori D
Tori D -Local Guide
7 months ago
Had a wonderful experience at Uncle Lou while visiting from out of town! Arrived on a Friday evening around 6pm and sat at the bar right away. We were greeted with hot tea. Food was delicious and service was great. Restaurant was clean and staff...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Daniel Pino
Daniel Pino -Local Guide
a week ago
Uncle LouEst. 2021Layout/atmosphere*Six seat bar area; one dining room with tables; neon fixtures and paper lanternsFood/drink*Complimentary tea*Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaf Lo Mai Gai (Chicken, lap cheong sausage, dried shrimp, shiitake mushroom) - solid; no distinct flavors*Beef Fillets with Garlic Chives - good; beef was...Read More
Randi DeMario
Randi DeMario -Local Guide
5 months ago
Took my mom and sister here when they came to visit. As very white people from the Midwest we cannot comment on the authenticity of this place but we loved everything we ordered and had a great time at Uncle Lou's.Do not skip the stuffed...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Lisa Ida
Lisa Ida -Local Guide
7 months ago
Amazing restaurant, great food. They let us in when they already wanted to close the kitchen and made an exception for us. The food was really good and the staff friendly. I like the interior decor. It all in all a tasty and authentic china...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Veronika Cs
Veronika Cs -Local Guide
6 months ago
The place is overrated, we have expected something more authentic, it was very busy and touristy. We ordered pork dumplings, stuffed aubergines and duck home-made style. The aubergines stuffed with shrimp were great, portion, texture, taste excellent. The dumplings were dry and disappointing like some...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 4/5Atmosphere: 3/5
abk
abk -Local Guide
2 months ago
We really loved the food and service here. It’s simple yet authentic Cantonese food.Place has a long wait time so buckle up.But on the whole a great China town experience. Would definitely come back here 💯
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Annabell McWherter
Annabell McWherter -Local Guide
3 weeks ago
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
liyi li
liyi li
a month ago
Working our way through ALL of Uncle Lou’s Rice Sets on their takeout menu. Thursday night dinners at home have become something we look forward to. First of, I’m not cooking 😄. We also enjoy the care, the quality and, of course, all of the...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Xin Jia Wang
Xin Jia Wang -Local Guide
a week ago
Amazing asian food.Portions are generous. Their Beijing duck was super good and nixe that you can order half portion. Allows you to try more food.The dim sum is also great. Overall a nice variety of asian dishes. I recommend going as a group to be...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Glenn Shimamoto
Glenn Shimamoto
a month ago
After a long sunny walk down the High Line, across to Little Island, and through the Trade Center, Uncle Lou provided a perfect dinner of comforting food in a clean welcoming setting. Though busy, service was timely, responsive, efficient and friendly.Our standout dishes included...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Gia Armani
Gia Armani -Local Guide
6 months ago
Vibe & Service = 5/5Vegetarian food = 3/5We were so excited to try this out given the reviews. We were seated promptly on Sunday evening even though the place was packed. The vegetarian options weren’t great — the Buddha special lacked flavor, the General tso...Read More
Fred Lu
Fred Lu
a month ago
Most soulless simulacrum of Cantonese food I've ever experienced.The "fried salt and pepper flounder fillet" looks and tastes just like fish & chips, with a dash of pickled green peppers, far from anything that resembles authentic Cantonese cooking. The flavor of the "stuffed tofu skin...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

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