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Downtown Manhattan › East Village › CHELI MANHATTAN 浙里
CHELI MANHATTAN 浙里A-
19 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003
· Chinese restaurant, Dim sum restaurant, Shanghainese restaurant
· East Village
Destination-level Shanghainese with theatrical presentations and standout soup dumplings, but expect crowds, waits, and premium pricing with some service variability.
Our take
Cheli Manhattan delivers exceptional food quality—particularly standout soup dumplings and red-braised pork—paired with immersive Jiangnan decor that creates a theatrical, destination-worthy experience. However, inconsistent dish timing and occasional quality variation prevent grade A territory, and peak-time waits temper the otherwise strong service. A solid neighborhood standout for Shanghainese cuisine enthusiasts.
One caveat: Table waits can exceed an hour at peak; reservations still may wait briefly
Standout dishes
- Pork Soup Dumplings (XLB)
- Che Li Pork Belly (Hong Shao Rou)
- Golden Egg Fried Rice / Hot Stone Braised Rice
What people love
- The dumplings burst with rich broth
- Tableside flames and sizzling shows
- Warm, guiding servers who help order
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–22:30
Tuesday11:30–22:30
Wednesday11:30–22:30
Thursday11:30–22:30
Friday11:30–23:00
Saturday11:30–23:00
Sunday11:30–22:30
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