The Chinese Quest Finding the best Chinese restaurants on Long Island and NYC
It was such a joy to see all of my friends again the other night, when we convened for the first time in far too long for dinner at Lucky Dumplings in Great Neck, NY. I had gotten takeout from Lucky Dumplings a few weeks prior, shortly after their Grand Opening, and was so impressed that I implored my friends to join me for a formal Chinese Quest review! I was anxious to hear what they thought, as the last few restaurants we visited had been a little disappointing. Would history repeat itself? Or were we going to get LUCKY tonight?
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Top Reviews
Chop Suey
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Long Island’s Fading Fortunes
The Quest to find the best Chinese restaurants on Long Island often leads us down paths paved with nostalgia, but lately, those paths have ended in heartbreak. We mourn the loss of two foundational institutions of Americanized Chinese cuisine: Jade King in Roslyn Heights and Hoi Ming in West Sayville. Though separated by geography, both shared a similar, vital role: serving as beloved, reliable community hubs that ultimately succumbed to time, economics, or retirement.
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Trick or Treat – Halloween Chinese Quest Style
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When is a “Review” NOT an Endorsement?
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A Lesson in Etiquette – Dining Chinese Style
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Quotable Jewish Quotes and Fortune Cookies
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Recipe for Twice Cooked Pork
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Life is What Happens When We’re Busy Making Other Plans
Videos
Poll
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[POLL] Where does Long Island Begin and End?
Some people consider Long Island strictly as Nassau and Suffolk County. Others think that Brooklyn and Queens are part of Long Island. Read more!
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Mee Tsu Yan Does it Again!
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National Soup Month – The Souper Bowl!
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What Do You Look for in a Chinese Restaurant?
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Your Suggestion Wanted
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Why Is There No “I” In Chinese Food?
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[CONCEPT] Eliminating Tipping at Restaurants
Wine
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Chinese Beer, Booze and Drinking Customs
Chinese Beer and other alcoholic beverages are extremely cheap and can be purchased in any supermarket in China. Read about some customs and drinking games!
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[Wine Pairing] Zinfandel With Chinese Food
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Drinks That Elevate Chinese Cuisine
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A Rose By Any Other Name… Pairing Rose Wine with Chinese Food
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Pairing Wines With Chinese Food
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Ancient Chinese Invention – Alcohol
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Happy Day at Moonstone Chinese Restaurant
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A Resplendent Riesling Wine, Art, Etc.
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Jewish Jokes and Wine
Reviews
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The NEW Northern Manor, Little Neck, NY
New Northern Manor, a staple in Little Neck, NY for generations recently renovated, refreshed, and reopened. Authentic Cantonese cuisine is on the menu at this Chinese restaurant that has been faced with a lot of new competition in the past few years. Are they ready to take on the fierce competition now? The results may shock you!
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[REVIEW] BLUE WAVE RESTAURANT – New Shanghai Cuisine in Williston Park
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New World Mall Food Court, Flushing, NY
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[REVIEW] Yao’s Diner, Centereach, NY
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[REVIEW] NAN BEI HO in Bayside
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[REVIEW] Orient Odyssey, Jericho, NY
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[REVIEW] Canton Manor, Bayside, NY
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PF CHANG’S – THE OLIVE GARDEN OF CHINESE
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[REVIEW] “Orient Odyssey”, Jericho REVISITED
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[REVIEW] “Szechuan Gourmet”, Flushing, NY
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When In London, Go To Chinatown (Of Course)
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[REVIEW] Orient Garden, Garden City Park, NY
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Grand Opening: Kai Burgers & Dumplings, Great Neck, NY
