Businesses
DaShop is a family-owned store offering card games, action figures, comic-book merchandise, model kits, and other collectibles. In this interview, we had the pleasure of talking to Victor, the founder and owner of the business.
22 Pell Hair Salon has operated for over 10 years, offering haircuts, washes, styling, and more. The salon differentiates itself with a unique blend of competitive pricing, efficiency, and quality. We had the pleasure of interviewing Tony, the salon manager and member of the original crew.
Wing on Wo is the oldest shop in Chinatown that continues to thrive, selling a range of porcelain and other ceramic items imported from China. Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Gary, previous owner and father to the current owner, Mei.
Yùnhóng Chopsticks is a small store that offers over 200 varieties of well-crafted chopsticks. The Chinatown location is the brand’s first store in the United States. In this interview, we had the pleasure of talking to Bing, the store’s manager.
Anime Claw is a claw machine arcade housing plushies, keychains, and trinkets from a variety of themes. Some popular items include labubus as well as Pokémon and animal plushies. The arcade operates with a token system and provides an ATM. Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Andy, the co-owner of the store.
Ho Won Bake Shoppe is a small bakery with a cozy atmosphere, offering freshly baked pastries and a variety of drinks. Their most popular items include rice noodle rolls, sesame balls, pork buns, and milk tea. In this interview, we had the pleasure of talking with Warren, the owner of the business for 30 years.
Lanzhou Hand-Pulled Noodles is a counter-serve eatery serving its signature beef noodles, pan-fried buns, and other traditional Chinese dishes. A large window into the kitchen allows customers to observe dumplings and noodles being made first-hand. In this interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with Peter, the restaurant’s manager.
Malaysia Beef Jerky is a small shop offering hand-crafted beef, pork, and chicken jerky in varied spiced levels. Their meats can be purchased in squares or sliced, and customers can buy them by the half-pound. We had the pleasure of interviewing Ricky, the owner of the store.
Messlook is a trendy Chinatown salon offering the latest hair and spa services from a skilled team of stylists. Known for its modern atmosphere and walk-in availability, the salon has become a go-to spot for both locals and visitors. Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Charles, the owner of the business.
Taiwan Pork Chop House is a casual, no-frills spot tucked into Doyers Street, serving up Taiwanese comfort classics like fried pork chops, oyster pancakes, and taro balls. Known for its generous portions, affordable prices, and home-style flavors, it’s become a Chinatown staple for both locals and visitors. Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Neill, the manager of the restaurant.
NY Concept Sign is an advertising design company specializing in custom signs, displays, cards, and other prints for businesses and organizations. Their showroom is open for free consultations, and they offer flexibility and a range of signage solutions to help clients communicate their brand and message. We had the pleasure of interviewing Lola, a co-owner of the store.