Chinatown
Boston's Asian Epicenter
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I went on this really amazing walking tour of Chinatown. It was led by a group of youth from the Chinatown community who researched Chinatown history and culture. They told us the background behind a lot of the streets, buildings, restaurants and also personal stories. I always went to Chinatown for the food, and didn't realize that it is so much more than just food.
Reviewed by: KC from on Jun 29 2008
It is a fun place to go If you want to go some where you havent been before. Boaring in some of the parts but most of the time i enjoyed myself.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 29 2008
I LUVED IT 100% like totally! and i am so picky about this kind of stuff! i also went there as a little kid. and it rocked! it is a great family and date atmosphere! You Will LUV IT! as i say! giggle giggle!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Aug 29 2007
Ho Yuen Bakery
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 07 2007
Boston Chinatown is relatively compact and not as crowded compared to San Francisco or New York, so it's easy to navigate around the blocks without feeling hurried. Lots of great authentic Asian food, but the sidewalks are dirty and street-parking is almost impossible.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 19 2006
It was awesome!!!!!! i loved how there were so many places to eat!!!!!! i was the best place where they served food from china!!!!!!!!! i recomend it to anyone!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 29 2006
Why is everyone putting down Chinatown? Great great food around here. You can go shopping in the supermarket and look at Asian imports. There is jewlrey stores and it's a really nice cultural experience. It's also in walking distance to the Theatre District and Downtown Crossing. So, if you are coming to Boston, visit Chinatown at some point.
Reviewed by: Laura from on Dec 02 2005
I go to Chinatown about once a month, as I am chinese. Please note that Chinatown (walkways) is VERY dirty. Beware of the alleys... they smell awful! However some restaurants are very well-kept and a great quality in general. The dim sum at China Pearl is very good. Try some Pho, it's noodle soup which usually costs around $5. They have buses which go from Boston to New York that cost $10 (one way), I have not personally been on one so I cannot really comment on that. There are some stores which sell oriental foods, try some of the exotic foods there! They sell many VCD's, so if you happen to buy a disc and think that it's very cheap, it may be a VCD! A VCD is not as good of quality (or interactive) as DVD's and not compatible with all DVD players s are so check if yours is VCD compatible- I believe it may say MPEG or VCD. IF you buy some Asian products, make sure to check on the return policy, and some small asian stores (not markets) with few employees will actually let you haggle. Are there any other tips? Get there early! On the weekends, it gets very crowded and in someplaces you can double park. Also, be aware that if you go there, there are poor folk who ask for a donations.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 10 2005
I had a fun experience shopping for live poultry ...
Reviewed by: Srini from on Sep 09 2004
You must stop by this chinese bakery "Ho Yuen Bakery" on 54 Beach St, Chinatown, Boston, MA. It was the first chinese bakery that opened in Boston. This is one of the most popular bakery in chinatown people. Recipes has been handed down throughout the generation. Try the egg custard pie my personal favorite), hot dogs wrapped with golden baked dough, roast pork buns, dinner rolls or the delicious spring rolls. Great value for inexpensive lunch, snack, party or picnic food! Everything is made fresh daily. Kids especially love the hot dog baked in the dough.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 22 2004
Boston's Asian Epicenter
Back to Chinatown
I went on this really amazing walking tour of Chinatown. It was led by a group of youth from the Chinatown community who researched Chinatown history and culture. They told us the background behind a lot of the streets, buildings, restaurants and also personal stories. I always went to Chinatown for the food, and didn't realize that it is so much more than just food.
Reviewed by: KC from on Jun 29 2008
It is a fun place to go If you want to go some where you havent been before. Boaring in some of the parts but most of the time i enjoyed myself.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jan 29 2008
I LUVED IT 100% like totally! and i am so picky about this kind of stuff! i also went there as a little kid. and it rocked! it is a great family and date atmosphere! You Will LUV IT! as i say! giggle giggle!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Aug 29 2007
Ho Yuen Bakery
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 07 2007
Boston Chinatown is relatively compact and not as crowded compared to San Francisco or New York, so it's easy to navigate around the blocks without feeling hurried. Lots of great authentic Asian food, but the sidewalks are dirty and street-parking is almost impossible.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 19 2006
It was awesome!!!!!! i loved how there were so many places to eat!!!!!! i was the best place where they served food from china!!!!!!!!! i recomend it to anyone!
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Mar 29 2006
Why is everyone putting down Chinatown? Great great food around here. You can go shopping in the supermarket and look at Asian imports. There is jewlrey stores and it's a really nice cultural experience. It's also in walking distance to the Theatre District and Downtown Crossing. So, if you are coming to Boston, visit Chinatown at some point.
Reviewed by: Laura from on Dec 02 2005
I go to Chinatown about once a month, as I am chinese. Please note that Chinatown (walkways) is VERY dirty. Beware of the alleys... they smell awful! However some restaurants are very well-kept and a great quality in general. The dim sum at China Pearl is very good. Try some Pho, it's noodle soup which usually costs around $5. They have buses which go from Boston to New York that cost $10 (one way), I have not personally been on one so I cannot really comment on that. There are some stores which sell oriental foods, try some of the exotic foods there! They sell many VCD's, so if you happen to buy a disc and think that it's very cheap, it may be a VCD! A VCD is not as good of quality (or interactive) as DVD's and not compatible with all DVD players s are so check if yours is VCD compatible- I believe it may say MPEG or VCD. IF you buy some Asian products, make sure to check on the return policy, and some small asian stores (not markets) with few employees will actually let you haggle. Are there any other tips? Get there early! On the weekends, it gets very crowded and in someplaces you can double park. Also, be aware that if you go there, there are poor folk who ask for a donations.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Feb 10 2005
I had a fun experience shopping for live poultry ...
Reviewed by: Srini from on Sep 09 2004
You must stop by this chinese bakery "Ho Yuen Bakery" on 54 Beach St, Chinatown, Boston, MA. It was the first chinese bakery that opened in Boston. This is one of the most popular bakery in chinatown people. Recipes has been handed down throughout the generation. Try the egg custard pie my personal favorite), hot dogs wrapped with golden baked dough, roast pork buns, dinner rolls or the delicious spring rolls. Great value for inexpensive lunch, snack, party or picnic food! Everything is made fresh daily. Kids especially love the hot dog baked in the dough.
Reviewed by: A Yahoo! Contributor from on Jul 22 2004
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