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The General

(Now Closed)

Asian Restaurant, Bakery, and Cocktail Bar$$$$

Lower East Side, New York

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The General

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ThrillistJanuary 12, 2013
Their take on the classic Beef & Broccoli dish is a braised short rib served alongside Chinese broccoli and thick udon noodles. Get at it. Read more
Rachel LAugust 10, 2014
Tons of small portions, we ordered the lamb skewers which were packed with flavor and super tender. The chicken meatballs were also wonderful and I'd suggest getting the green tea doughnut.
The Corcoran GroupJune 28, 2013
Trendy Chinese food by Top Chef Winner Hung Huynh. Get Cinderella Rice, Chinese chicken tacos, Boneless Spare Ribs, and the sushi. Dessert: Coconut cake with Coconut Water Sorbet, and Green Tea Donut
7th.ListJanuary 10, 2013
New. Ambiance? Dim lighting, gold-and-red-brocaded wallpaper, candlelit lamps Size? 300-seat Menu? » http://goo.gl/PmYZe...items include grilled lobster, & pepper-steak sticky buns, green-tea donut Read more
Francesca TApril 24, 2013
Food speaks for itself. Szechuan chicken, risotto, tuna tartare... All amazing. Seems like the service is still trying to figure it all out. The coconut dessert has made my list of Top 5 best in NYC.
Jin Hong KimJuly 11, 2013
The General is trendy in the best possible way: the glitzy, glass-walled restaurant makes for great people-watching on the Bowery (a true New York pastime) while you snack on sushi and Peking duck.
Rachel KarnofskyFebruary 1, 2013
Really enjoyed this emm spot. Loud, vibrant atmosphere. Pow roll and sticky pork buns were my favorite of the night but leave room for the green tea donut and chocolate trifle... So good !
MarcMay 9, 2013
Top Doughnut on Eater: The bakery menu includes coffee and "pretzel bombs," but mostly focuses on cereal-inspired doughnuts such as cinnamon toast, coco puffs and fruity pebbles.
Dawn StrausserMay 1, 2013
If u want to have a dessert that's better than a big O.... Order the Green Tea Donut. You will can't help but say mmmm with every bite! And just might be tempted to order another!!!
Yura LeeJuly 27, 2014
The 'The General' sushi roll is amazing! Was too busy stuffing my face to get a photo. Also, some Thai bowl that comes with cabbage leaves...🙌
New York PostJune 11, 2013
The DIY Sundae ($18) is a four-tier tower of fixings, ice creams and toppings. It’s quite the production, but the chef’s only instructions are: “Make sure you have fun with it.” Read more
Lara PattonJune 29, 2013
So incredibly yummy... Get the tacos, general tso's lollipop chicken and for desert no question the donut... Possibly the best restaurant in nyc!
Ms HeleneJuly 6, 2013
No matter how much you order, there will be room for The General's Freezer, i.e. platter of frozen pops, coffee ice cream, PB&J ice cream sandwiches, etc.
LaurenJune 14, 2013
Order the chicken lollipops, calamari and bourbon-miso Chilean bass for your meal and don't skip dessert - the green tea donut was on point.
Nidia MartinezApril 25, 2013
Lady with a dagger... best drink ever!!! Order the crusted calamari, Chinese chicken tacos, and hung's fried rice. The best food in life!!
MSCOctober 2, 2014
Delicious food. Fun atmosphere. Lady With A Dagger cocktail is amazing. Must try the Mercy Roll and Chinese Chicken Tacos.
Sandy TrappMay 22, 2013
Friendly staff & attentive. The Chinese Chicken Tacos are amazing but overpriced for 3 mini tacos at 3/$14. The Hung Fried Rice was good. The Crispy Beef is a favorite but average - good size.
Caitlyn FowlesMay 17, 2014
Order the General Roll and the Green Tea Donut and thank me later! A little expensive but totally worth it
Linda NguyenSeptember 14, 2014
Get the crispy lobster roll, bourbon seabass, grilled corn, green tea donut and the chocolate trifle... Amazing!!
Louisa AgateApril 13, 2013
We had lobster roll, boneless ribs, Peking duck, Cinderella risotto and shrimp all the food was outstanding would definatly come back
Roniel TesslerNovember 6, 2014
Great donuts. Lollipop chicken is great. Wonderful live jazz.
Rita MMarch 19, 2014
General roll and the green tea doughnut. That's all you need to know.
Lisa LAugust 27, 2013
Stumptown coffee in the AM. Mini cereal pastries are the bomb. Go for the lil guy, the regular sized is too sweet.
Matt HantzJanuary 17, 2014
Aaron Sanchez' now defunct LES joint Paladar had the most amazing empanadas. I miss them. The Chinese chicken tacos here have a very similar flavor.
rintendoMay 24, 2013
Best customer service. Didn't like my seat by the window cause rain water was dripping next to me..ricochet into my eye..changed my seat as requested immediately.
Stina P.January 15, 2014
not crazy about the decor, good for groups or work dinners though! the general, mercy, general's beef and broccoli, and green tea doughnut cannot be skipped
Joanne CheungOctober 18, 2013
Dessert was amazing! Get the coconut sorbet and pineapple cake, anddd the vanilla/honey/green tea pancake melt. Amazeee
Nana BoatengOctober 15, 2013
You have to try their Chilean sea bass and Sichuan chicken
Millie AbadiFebruary 7, 2013
MOST of the fish dishes have oyster sauce so be sure to ask your server. GENERALly speaking, the dessert was better than the rest of the meal.
Anne Marie StephenJanuary 16, 2014
They have the best karaoke I have been to! It's karaoke with a live band! Super fun, great crowd!
Christina StraussMay 9, 2013
Chinese tacos, peppersteak sweet buns, Cinderella risotto, general's beef and broccoli, green tea donut - done and done.
Alex MoncureMay 1, 2013
The Cinnamon Toast donut is absolutely amazing. They also have mini versions of each flavor.
JessicaNovember 23, 2013
Soooo amazing. Chicken tacos, rice cakes with tuna, and fried rice are a must.
Paul McCarthySeptember 14, 2013
Food was great. First place I've been to that does Sushi & Chinese food the right way!
Pranav AminMarch 29, 2013
Be sure to try the Chinese Chicken Tacos, Lobster Roll and the Chilean Sea Bass. epic
Amy LiuApril 27, 2013
Omg donuts! Get the sampler for brunch - the yogurt parfait donut is the best!
Daryl CorralFebruary 9, 2013
When it rains or snows they hook it up with a complimentary cup of the most amazing hot chocolate! Nemo was good for something after all!
Dj Doc WilsonOctober 12, 2013
Food was good - nothing to write home about , but the Friday night entertainment was awesome - then go to club upstairs you won't be sorry
Deniz S.A.November 23, 2013
The crispy shrimp, lobster avocado roll and chinese chicken tacos are impeccable.
laura bonettiApril 4, 2013
The liquid Klondike bar ice cream dessert that splits apart when you hit it with a fork: it's everything!
Jeni BulcockMarch 6, 2014
Considering that this is an Asian restaurant I was disappointed to be eating with disposable chopsticks... And then the food came. Amazing!
IsabelAugust 7, 2014
Overly fancy but the food is very good. Part of the EMM group.
Lee HoffmanMay 25, 2013
Crispy beef, you will thank me. Schezwan chicken pretty good too.
vanessa JNovember 20, 2013
Get the brownie ice cream sandwich with the cracked Klondike bar on top. You're welcome
Krystle MobayeniApril 18, 2013
Bring your out of town friends, they will love the scene. You will roll your eyes.
matt cantorFebruary 15, 2013
The miso bourbon glazed bass is on point. Melt in your mouth good.
Andrea BarrezuetaMay 20, 2013
Food was just ok. Service leaves a lot to be desired. Overall feels like overpriced Chinese food but the green tea donut is def worth the trip. Other highlights: tuna tataki BLT, lobster roll, risotto
Stephanie McIntyreAugust 19, 2013
Do yourself a favor and get the French Toast Napoleon. Skip the Salmon Benedict.
Chelsea BalkanFebruary 28, 2013
#FabuLIST major tom sushi roll, sizzling wagyu, chicken taco, and tuna BLT
Conor O'HollarenAugust 19, 2013
Been here 5+ times
they serve stumptown coffee until 2PM - the best in the neighborhood. the donuts are also fantastic

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