This place is worth the long line that moves fairly quickly. It's a very small space. The line moves orderly and quickly. They have limited options but do not let that sway you. Sometimes, less truly is best. Roasted pork, BBQ roasted pork, Roasted Pig, Duck and Chicken were their options. I could not for the life of me figure out what could be the difference between roasted pork and roasted pig lol So I asked some folks who looked to be regulars there. They explained that the roasted pork was essentially boneless ribs and that roasted pig was essentially pork belly. As my eyes lit up, I just knew. I had to get both. My daughter wanted the duck and roasted pork combo. We waited a short 20 minutes to get in front. We got in, put in our order and watched the chef make it right in front of us. We love that. We paid the cashier lady in cash only for 3 meals about $22, unbelievable in this economy. Phenomenal, may I say. That included 2 drinks as well. We took to the local park benches to enjoy because they have no seating. The roasted pork was juicy and flavorful and spot on with the boneless rib reference from our friendly line dwellers. The roasted pig was deliciously fatty, well seasoned and nothing like it's counterpart. Very different in texture, flavor and fattiness. The duck baby girl had, was possibly the best duck (not a big fan) I've ever had and something I'd consider ordering again for myself. It all comes with white rice and cabbage. Chef puts the flavorful brown sauce over the meats and rice. It was delicious and we could not finish it all. Leftovers were a blessing. All in all I'd give this place 4.5 stars. I'll definitely be back soon. Can't get that roast pig outta my head.

To find Wah Fung just look for the line. There is consistently a line of people down the street waiting to order. The shop is indeed a hole in the wall. Very narrow standing room only. Maybe 3 to 4 people at a time ordering. The menu is small (pork duck or chicken) and service is quick. I ordered the small roast pork with rice for 5.50 and took it across the street to the park to enjoy. The bowl was hearty, pork tender and fatty packed with flavor 10/10. All the reviews will be the exact same. Get this!

There's always a long line and have heard so much about this place from Reddit, YouTube, TikTok. I had a redeye flight and found myself here right when it opened around 9am, and there was no line at all. I ordered 2 meats over rice which is about $8.50. Specifically I got roast pork and duck, and since I was so early I was the first order for this so I got the fresh roast brand new meat, and man I think that made a huge difference than getting it later in the day. The meat was MOIST and flavorful. I really liked the pork more than the duck. Super crispy skin and really porky seasoned taste. The duck in my opinion was ok nothing too crazy. I'm comparing this to Sam Woo out in the 626 California pretty much. I think the pork was way better and if I had to order again I'd get only the pork. For $8.50 this is hard to beat I know next door there is New Kim Tuong right next door for like $2 cheaper, but the consensus I read was that it's a tier below but obviously no line. Wah Fung was quick and very tasty for me but I went right when they opened. I don't think I'd wait in line for an hour for it, but it's for sure good and lived up to the hype as a very tasty and affordable meal. They do also take cash only so don't wait in line if you don't have it!

I had the pleasure of having such a good friend not only introduce me to this meal but bring it over to me on the Island. The meal was so satisfying and when I found out the price I was taken back. Heard the lines are very long but they keep it moving pretty quick. That had to be one of my favorite pork dishes I have had and the price makes it #1.

Super long and very slow line for what is a very streamlined menu. But it's a great deal. $8 for a large container of rice, cabbage, duck and roast pork. Rice was dry where they didn't put sauce on, the roast pork was the easy favorite and much easier to eat, the duck was good but on the bone with skin that wasn't very crispy.

Saw this spot on IG so headed over to Chinatown and found a line. About 20 before us around 2:00 on a Thursday afternoon. Pick up and cash only. Street parking or nearby lot or garage. The line moved fast (about 15 minutes) and they had various roasted Protein (Duck, Chicken etc) on display at the window. Simple menu-rice with protein and I saw small or large sizes. We went with Roasted Pork (looked like this was the signature dish) and Roasted Duck. Pork was boneless and delicious and was our favorite. Duck was with bone and was tasty also. Chicken looked good also-next time. Simple ingredients coming together very nicely. Gentleman preparing the food was hustling and fun to watch. Service was friendly. Make this stop in Chinatown for some simple ingredient deliciousness!

My wife and I had a chance to visit this "hole in the wall" (a term my mom used to use for little restaurants off the beaten path, with great food to offer) based on a short IG video we saw! So glad we stopped by! There was plenty of delicious BBQ pork and duck laid out on steamy white rice and veggies for just $15! (CASH ONLY) Cannot beat that! And so filling too! Know that it's become a VERY popular spot, and expect to wait in line for at least 45+ minutes, but so well worth the wait! For us, the line moved rapidly due to their quick service! These guys have their food and service humming at optimal levels! Check it out, and be ready to be dazzled!

Wah Fung No 1 is literally a To-Go only hole in the wall Cantonese joint on the outskirts of Chinatown in Manhattan NYC. I think I heard of this place on diners drive-ins and dives (Triple D) or best thing I ever ate from the FoodNetwork. It is cash only with hours of operation from 11am to 7pm, or until the proteins are gone. It is a narrow, small entrance with room enough for four people to stand as they place their To-Go order. Way Fung has three to four staff working it: Chopping the roasted meats, saucing the meats up, taking the orders, packing it up and taking your cash. Fast, friendly service, for the most point. It is very fast paced, so know what you want to order before you step in. Lines were still long out the door at 7pm... close to their closing time. Wait time was about 10 minutes. Great takeout joint.... To eat in the park. Wah Fung offer three protein options: roasted duck, roasted chicken and roasted pork - served over steamed white rice alongside a sautéed cabbage carrot vegetable mix. The sauce that renders from the roasting is amazing!!! There is a strong Chinese 5 Star spice flavor component to it. They offer three serving sizes: small $5.50, medium $7.50 or family style (x-large quantity) for $20-30 range. The roasted duck costs a little more than the pork or chicken. The portion sizes are good. You get a lot for your money. Two people can easily share either the small or medium size. This was my second time visiting Wah Fung-1st time I had the roasted chicken. I ordered the small portion of the roasted pork. In hindsight, I should have ordered the medium size for $2 more. They ran out of the cabbage veggie medley... so I just got pork over rice. I had a ways to get home and didn't eat this right away, but this stayed hot in the aluminum tin pan they pack it in. Definitely get extra sauce!! Next time, I'll try the roasted duck. Wah Fung No 1 is a must if you love Cantonese style cuisine!! (My cell phone ran out of battery , so I wasn't able to take more pictures of the inside and this Cantonese food experience.)

My friend told me about this popular place within tourists and locals all alike. She said it's bustling with people at different hours from the start til closing time. No kidding. Line is pretty long when I've arrived. Waiting from the back of the line to get to the front might take about half an hour to one hour, depending on if you get here on the weekdays or during the weekends. Located not too far away from the B/D trains. Service is okay-ish but I mostly go for the pretty affordable food so that's alright. Just a storefront btw so there're no outdoor/indoor chairs + tables aka find your own place to eat. The vibes of the ambiance is no-frills and more of a grab-and-go kind of spot. Price wise is under $10. I ordered 1 small protein (chicken) over rice. They give so much meat and pack everything in a disposable aluminum tin foil container. A small ($5.50) is already enough and fulfilling for one person while a big one ($7.50) is good for 2 people. The dark chicken meat is very tender and flavorful but not overly salty unlike other places. Not too many bones overall. You can request for more cabbage (veggies) over the rice. The rice is tasty with the sauce from the chicken. The small choice of meat over rice makes a really good lunch/dinner. It's cash only though.

So this place is known for Chinese comfort food, fast and in a hurry, just like the city in which it was born. It is affordable great food under $10.00, and the affordability doesn't compromise the quality of food or the service. I absolutely love roast duck and I usually order it throughout the city. Wah Fung No 1 does not disappoint, they continue to roast and season ducks to perfection. The skin is crispy and the meat is tender. The steamed cabbage is also tender. The sauce they add to the white rice adds flavor to the dish. The roast pork is tendered and moist. Please come early because the word has been out, this is also a tourist's spot. This restaurant is a part of the (LES) Lower East Side culture and the lines go down the block. There were only three people in line today at 9am (yes I said 9am). These guys can move a line, they've been doing this for a while. There is no indoor seating and they only take cash.