Heavenly Bamboo Pavilion, New York

A well-known Chinese restaurant in New York, Heavenly Bamboo Pavilion is the ideal location for dumplings. Not feeling the dumplings? They offer a menu with plenty of options. Expect amazing service and a great meal in a hole-in-the-wall atmosphere that makes the visit worth it.

There's no specific recommended attire, so feel free to dress casually and comfortably.

Upon arrival, see if you can try the sushi or the chicken, as either one will make a good impression. In terms of the restaurant itself, it's been tabbed by the locals as a really solid option for large groups. If you don't feel like driving over to East 39th, placing a delivery order is an option. Or, if you just want to pop in for a beverage, the restaurant does have a pretty decent selection at its bar.

A favorite for lunch in Midtown South Central, Heavenly Bamboo Pavilion is definitely a good call. Its Chinese cuisine is known to be "authentic" and "good." Visitors to the restaurant have the ability to park nearby on the street.