Mei Lai Wah Bakery

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41 Mott St
New York, NY 10013

Mei Lai Wah Bakery, located in the vibrant heart of New York's Chinatown, is renowned for its authentic Cantonese cuisine and rich culinary heritage. Since its establishment in the late 1960s, the bakery has become a beloved destination for both locals and visitors, offering a variety of traditional dim sum and bakery items that celebrate Cantonese culture.

With signature dishes like the Steamed Roast Pork Bun and BBQ Pork Rice Noodle Roll, Mei Lai Wah promises a dining experience that is both fast and friendly, rooted in tradition and hospitality. The bakery stands out not only for its exceptional food but also for its commitment to delivering a slice of authentic street food experience reminiscent of bustling markets in China.

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Cassandra O.
9/12/2025

Line going out the door for this popular Chinatown bakery. Weekday late morning, my group lined up outside, and it moved quickly enough for us to get to the kiosk. We ordered the bestselling...

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Jazz B.
9/12/2025

Food was great, I of course tasted the pineapple pork bun and regular pork bun! I rate the pineapple pork bun a 7/10. Personally it was too messy and I don't care for that much sweetness but it...

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Jill C.
9/12/2025

roast pork bun from mei lai wah ($2.73) - was a fan since 2021 but tell me why this time the quality is a bit different - The flavor was still good and the filling was so juicy, but i recalled...

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John P.
9/7/2025

I found out about this spot through Facebook Reels and had to check it out. It's mainly a to-go place, so don't expect seating, though they do have a few small tabletops if you're lucky enough to...

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Hank C.
9/1/2025

Recently opened (at least, per the sign) - two lines for credit and cash - cash processed in one longer line, and credit actually had a shorter line but was blocked as you look in to order at the...

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