So this is really my consistent go-to for downtown Chinese food even though it principally violates a few fundamental Chinese restaurant rules, one - more expensive than average, two - you pay for the service and decor, three, certain dishes are over oiled and over garliced in the non-Asian style.
But, you have to admit that there really aren't many options downtown where a venture to the bathroom makes you feel dirtier after you've done the deed.
The soup dumplings are pretty darn good quality, especially the ones with crab meat - option #1. Also, they have a decent selection of veggies and tofu dishes. The pork belly is delicious is cooked properly. Still, the service seems spottier especially when there is a crowd and having to wait 30 mins for rice when all your other dishes have arrived is ridiculous.
Nevertheless, I'll keep coming back. Just wish there was somewhere else to go.