It's Christmas Eve. That means that all over the world families are gathering together around dinner tables to celebrate.
But here in New York, we have our own tradition: eating at a Chinese restaurant.
In the beloved tradition of eating Chinese food on Christmas, we've found the best Chinese restaurants in Manhattan.
Big Wong
Don't let the silly name fool you: Big Wong is a favorite among fans of classic small-plate, Hong Kong-style fare. It's a bit of a dive, but worth it for the congee (a rice porridge served with a variety of meats and sides).
Grand Sichuan
There are several branches of the local Grand Sichuan chain, but the one on St. Marks Place is arguably the best one in the city.
The menu of traditional Sichuan dishes is so extensive that you may have trouble choosing.
Han Dynasty
The beloved Philadelphia restaurant chain finally opened its first outpost in New York's East Village this year, and early reviews are raving. Items on the menu are scored 1-10 based on spiciness, with 10 topping out at mouth-scorching.
Order the famed dan dan noodle appetizer, and follow it up with a hot pot or one of the dozen or so other options on the entree section of the menu.
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