Neighborhood Guide: How To Spend An Afternoon In Chinatown

When:
Wednesday, Jan 01, 2025 12:00p -
Wednesday, Dec 31, 2025 6:00p

Where:
Chinatown
Beach St
Boston, MA 02111

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Art, Date Idea, Food, Good for Groups, History, Shopping

Welcome to Chinatown! Boston's most densely packed neighborhood. Stretching across 40 city blocks, this vibrant neighborhood is packed with history, culture, and some of the best food in Boston. Here are some recommendations for spending an afternoon in Chinatown:


by Nicole Rosania


1) Take photos at the Chinatown Gate


This gate was a gift to the city of Boston from Taiwan and was built in 1982. These ornate gates are often at the start of most Chinatown neighborhoods, and can also be found in cities across China. They are a symbol of welcoming.


2) Try an egg puff dessert


This delicious dessert is made with love by one lady in a small food court in Chinatown! And it's a bit difficult to find...


Located on Beach Street, across from the Corner Cafe Bakery, look for a sign that says "food court" and a sign over the entrance that says 'Friendship BBQ'. If you walk to the back of the small food court, you'll see the dessert cart!


These treats are cash only, but come in a variety of flavors and are definitely wroth trying during your afternoon in Chinatown.


3) Visit the Pao Arts Center


In 2017, BCNC and Bunker Hill Community College came together in a visionary collaboration to open Pao Arts Center, Chinatown’s first arts, cultural, and education center.


The arts center hosts a series of events throughout the year. Additionally, the galleries are open Wednesdays - Saturdays for visitors.


4) Dine on Tyler Street


Tyler Street is home to some of Chinatown's best dim sum and hot pot restaurants. Shojo Boston is a gastropub with some of the city's best fried rice. The China Pearl is known for its dim sum and family-style dining.


Don't forget to try some bubble tea while you're here! Tea-Do on Tyler Street is one of the best.

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