Little Alley
chinese- 4.7(3,000+ ratings)
- 30 min
- Open now
- 550 3rd Ave, Murray Hill
New Year Special (Available Feb. 9Th To Feb. 11Th)
4 items
Braised Pork Shank
Pork Shank, Bok Choy, Soy Sauce

Dungeness Crab With Salted Duck Egg
Dungeness Crab, Salted Duck Egg, Scallion

Giant Oyster With Garlic and Chopped Chili (3)
Oyster, Cellophane Noodle, Garlic, Chopped Chili

Lobster With Ginger and Scallion
Lobster, Ginger, Scallion
Non-Alcoholic
7 itemsAloe Juice
Chinese Herbal Tea
Coconut Milk
Earl Grey
Green Bean Cooler (seasonal)
Jasmine
Wangwang Milk
Appetizer
15 items
Bean Curd Wrap
Delicate rolls of dry tofu skin wrapped around shredded bamboo shoots and shiitake mushrooms, lightly dressed with sesame oil — a classic cold dish that’s earthy, aromatic, and satisfying.Dry Tofu Skin, Shredded Bamboo Shoot, Shredded Shiitake Mushroom, Sesame Oil

Chicken in Chili Oil
Poached chicken served chilled and drizzled with house-made chili oil infused with star anise, cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorns, and allspice — numbing, aromatic, and deeply flavorful.Chicken, minced peanut, cilantro, homemade chili oil

Honey Kaofu
Braised wheat gluten cubes in a sweet soy-honey glaze with peanuts, wood ear mushrooms, and bamboo shoots — a classic Shanghainese cold dish with rich texture and deep flavor.

Jellyfish with Scallion
Crisp jellyfish head lightly tossed with scallion and sesame oil — cool, chewy, and delicately savory. A refreshing cold appetizer with classic Shanghainese flavor.

Little Alley Pig Ear
Thinly sliced pig ear tossed with scallion, peppercorn oil, and chili oil — crunchy, spicy, and full of numbing-savory flavor. A classic cold Shanghainese delicacy.

Marinated Beef Slices
Tender sliced beef marinated in soy sauce and chef’s secret blend of spices — savory, aromatic, and slow-cooked to perfection. A classic cold appetizer with deep, layered flavor.Beef, Chef’s Secret Spices, Soy Sauce

Marinated Cucumber
Crunchy cucumber slices marinated in a sweet and tangy soy-garlic dressing with a hint of sesame oil — cool, refreshing, and packed with flavor.

Preserved Eggs with Chopped pepper
Creamy preserved century eggs topped with spicy chopped chili and sweet bell pepper — rich, smoky, and bursting with heat and umami. A punchy cold appetizer with bold character.

Salted Edamame
Fresh soybeans, lightly salted — a simple, refreshing snack.

Shanghai Crispy Eel
Crispy fried eel tossed with sesame oil, aged vinegar, and fresh ginger — bold, tangy, and deeply aromatic. A Shanghainese specialty known for its rich texture and punchy flavor.

Smoked Carps
Deep-fried and marinated bone-in carp slices glazed with a sweet soy-based sauce and topped with sesame seeds — a nostalgic Shanghainese cold appetizer with bold flavor and crispy edges.

Sweet & Sour Ribs
Tender pork ribs braised until caramelized in a tangy house-made sweet and sour glaze — rich, glossy, and packed with Shanghai-style flavor.

Tossed Fragrant Tofu with Ma Lan Tou
Finely chopped Ma Lan Tou greens gently tossed with dry tofu and sesame oil — light, aromatic, and refreshing. A traditional cold appetizer that celebrates subtle flavor and texture.

Tossed Noodles with Dried Shrimp
Springy noodles tossed with fragrant scallion oil, dried shrimp, and soy sauce — savory, aromatic, and full of umami in every bite.

White Cut Chicken
Tender bone-in poached chicken served chilled with scallion, ginger, and sesame oil — accompanied by our house special dipping sauce.
Soup
4 items
Oxtail Soup
Slow-simmered oxtail soup enriched with goji berries, cordyceps flower, and Chinese yam — deeply warming, restorative, and full of natural sweetness. A truly comforting and healing broth.Oxtail, Goji Berry, Cordyceps, Yam

West Lake Beef Stew
A silky, savory soup made with soft tofu, minced beef, egg, and celery — light, nourishing, and delicately seasoned in the traditional Hangzhou style.

Wonton Soup
Hand-folded mini wontons wrapped in egg skin, filled with marinated wild greens and minced pork, served in a light broth with seaweed, scallion, and a touch of sesame oil — comforting, savory, and full of texture.

Yan Du Xian
A traditional Shanghainese soup made with salted pork, pork belly, tofu skin, bamboo shoots, bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms — rich, savory, and deeply nourishing with a delicate umami broth.
Veggie
7 items
Eggplant in Garlic Sauce
Tender eggplant braised with green and red peppers, ginger, garlic, vinegar, and chili — savory, tangy, and mildly spicy with classic Sichuan-style flavor.

Garlic Romaine Lettuce (V)
Crisp romaine lettuce stir-fried with fragrant garlic.

Luffa & Edamame
Tender luffa squash stir-fried with fresh edamame — light, naturally sweet, and full of clean, seasonal flavor.

Snow Pea Shoot in Rich Broth
Tender snow pea shoots simmered in a rich house-made chicken broth with salted egg, century egg, ham, shrimp, and dried scallop — savory, nourishing, and full of umami depth. Can also be prepared stir-fried upon request.

Stir Fried Bok Choy with Garlic
Crisp bok choy stir-fried with fresh garlic — light, aromatic, and naturally delicious. A clean and classic vegetable side.

Stir Fried Cauliflower with Dry Chili Pepper
Crispy cauliflower wok-fried with dry chili for a bold, spicy kick.

Water Spinach with Fermented Bean Curd
Stir-fried water spinach tossed with fermented bean curd — bold, creamy, and packed with savory umami flavor. A classic Chinese homestyle favorite.
Entrée
31 items
Baby Eel with Scallion & Ginger Sauce
Sliced baby eel stir-fried with bamboo shoots, onion, scallion, ginger, and garlic, then finished with hot sesame oil — savory, silky, and bursting with fragrance. A classic Shanghainese delicacy.Baby Eel, Bamboo Shoot, Onion, Scallion, Ginger, Garlic, Sesame Oil

Beer-Braised Duck
Duck braised with beer, chili, and spices for a rich, aromatic flavor.

Black Pepper Beef & Macadamia
Tender beef stir-fried with macadamia nuts, red and green peppers, onion, king oyster mushrooms, and asparagus — coated in a bold black pepper sauce for a rich, nutty crunch and deep savory flavor.Beef, Macadamia Nut, Red & Green Pepper, Onion, King Oyster Mushroom, Asparagus

Braised Pork Belly with Abalone
Tender pork & premium abalone in rich soy glaze.

Braised Pork with Preserved Vegetable in Soy Sauce
A classic Cantonese dish featuring tender pork belly slow-braised with preserved mustard greens in a savory soy sauce — rich, flavorful, and served with soft steamed buns for the perfect balance.

Braised Tofu with Crab Meat
A classic Shanghai delicacy, featuring silky soft tofu braised with fresh crab meat, ginger, and scallions — delicate, savory, and infused with subtle ocean sweetness.Soft Tofu, Crab Meat, Ginger, Scallion

Crispy Duck
Golden-fried duck seasoned with salt, pepper, and crispy fried onions — tender on the inside, perfectly crisp on the outside. A flavorful classic with rich texture and bold aroma.

Dong Po Pork with Buns
Slow-braised pork belly glazed in a sweet soy-based sauce, served with steamed buns, bok choy, scallion, and a touch of sesame oil — melt-in-your-mouth tender with bold, comforting flavor.

Dry Pot Pork Intestine
Tender pork intestine braised and stir-fried with chili and spices in a sizzling dry pot.

Eight Delicacies in Chili Sauce
A rich and savory stir-fry featuring beef, chicken, shrimp, tofu, bamboo shoots, edamame, and peanuts — all simmered in a mildly spicy chili bean sauce. A classic Shanghai-style dish full of bold flavor and texture.

Fish Blossom
Whole sea bass topped with succulent shrimp, pine nuts, green and red peppers, and crispy rice — glazed with a tangy sweet and sour sauce for a vibrant, textural delight.Sea Bass, Shrimp, Pine Nut, Green and Red Pea, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Crispy Rice

Fish Fillet in Rice Wine Sauce
Tender flounder fillets gently simmered in a fragrant rice wine sauce with wood ear mushrooms, snow peas, and goji berries — light, aromatic, and subtly sweet with a touch of Shaoxing flavor.

Little Alley Fish Head with Chopped Chili
Steamed fish head smothered in house-made chopped chili, garlic, and scallion — fiery, aromatic, and packed with bold Hunan-style flavor. A spicy showstopper perfect for sharing.Fish Head, Chili, Garlic, Scallion, Soy Sauce

Little Alley Lion’s Head
Braised pork meatball blended with tofu and crunchy water chestnut, tender and flavorful with a light, refreshing bite.

Little Alley Sautéed Tiger Prawn
Succulent tiger prawns quickly sautéed with fresh bok choy in a light garlic and soy glaze — tender, flavorful, and perfectly balanced.Tiger Prawn, Bok Choy

Ma Po Tofu
Silken soft tofu simmered in a spicy Sichuan peppercorn and chili bean sauce with minced pork — numbing, savory, and deeply flavorful.Can be made vegetarian without pork.

Mongolian Beef
Crispy deep-fried shredded beef stir-fried with onion, green and red peppers in a rich, tangy tomato-based sauce — sweet, savory, and irresistibly bold.Shredded Beef, Onion, Green and Red Pepper, Tomato Sauce. Deep Fried

Pork Belly in Hot Sauce
Twice-cooked pork belly stir-fried with garlic, hot sauce, peppercorn oil, and sesame oil — rich, spicy, and bursting with numbing Sichuan flavors.Pork Belly, Garlic, Hot Sauce, Peppercorn Oil, Sesame Oil

Red Cooked Chicken with Sesame Oil
Tender chicken braised with ginger, basil, and sesame oil in a rich soy-based sauce — fragrant, comforting, and deeply flavorful with classic Taiwanese-style warmth.

Salted Duck Egg with Fish Fillet
Tender fish fillets cooked in a creamy, savory salted duck egg yolk sauce — rich, silky, and deeply flavorful with a velvety texture.Salted Duck Egg Sauce, Fish Fillet

Sautéed Chicken with Hot Chili
A fiery Sichuan classic featuring deep-fried diced chicken sautéed with dry chili peppers, peanuts, peppercorn oil, hot sauce, and sesame — crispy, spicy, and packed with numbing heat and bold flavor.

Shredded Pepper Steak
Shredded beef stir-fried with green chili, onion, garlic, and ginger — bold, aromatic, and full of wok-fired heat and savory depth.

Shredded Pork with Mu Shu Pancake
Savory shredded pork stir-fried with scallions and garlic, served with crisp cucumber and hoisin-style oyster sauce — wrapped in a soft Mu Shu pancake and finished with a hint of sesame.Shredded pork, Scallion, Cucumber, Mu Shu Pancake, Oyster Sauce, Garlic, Sesame

Silken Egg Tofu with Seafood
Smooth silken egg tofu simmered with tender shrimp, flounder, snow peas, and colorful green and red peppers — light, silky, and packed with fresh ocean flavors.

Steamed Whole Bass
Whole sea bass delicately steamed and topped with scallion and our chef’s secret soy-based sauce — tender, aromatic, and naturally sweet. Can be deboned upon request.

Stewed Chopped Beef Brisket with Tomato
Tender beef brisket stewed with fresh tomato for a rich, savory-sweet flavor.

Stir Fried Cumin Lamb
Sliced lamb stir-fried with green and red peppers, onion, cumin, and chili powder — intensely fragrant, spicy, and packed with wok-fired flavor. A Northern Chinese favorite with bold character.

String Bean with Minced Pork
Wok-tossed string beans stir-fried with minced pork, dried chili, and garlic — smoky, spicy, and packed with savory Sichuan flavors and a satisfying crunch.String Bean, Dry Chili, Minced Pork, Garlic

Sweet & Sour Pork with Pineapple
Crispy pork pieces stir-fried with juicy pineapple chunks, red and green bell peppers, and onion in a tangy sweet and sour sauce — bright, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. Pork, Pineapple, Red & Green Bell Pepper, Onion

Typhoon Shelter Garlic Shrimp
Crispy fried shrimp tossed with golden garlic crumbs and scallions — intensely fragrant, crunchy, and bursting with classic Hong Kong-style flavor.Shrimp, Fried Garlic, Scallion

Wuxi Rib
Tender baby back ribs slow-braised in a sweet soy glaze, served with crisp romaine stem — rich, sticky, and full of signature Wuxi-style flavor.Baby Rib, Romaine Stem
Carbs
8 items
Chinese Sausage Fried Rice
Fragrant fried rice stir-fried with savory Chinese sausage, onion, scallion, and a hint of pepper powder — hearty, aromatic, and naturally gluten-free.

Crab Over Rice
Fluffy steamed rice topped with delicate crab meat and fragrant ginger — light, savory, and infused with subtle ocean freshness.Crab Meat, Rice, Ginger

Curry Chicken Fried Rice
Golden fried rice tossed with tender chicken and aromatic curry spices.

Rice Cake & Salted Duck Egg
Chewy rice cakes tossed in a creamy, savory salted duck egg yolk sauce with tender shrimp — rich, silky, and deeply satisfying.Salted Duck Egg Sauce, Shrimp, Rice Cake

Rice Cake with Capsella Flower
Chewy rice cakes stir-fried with tender pork and fragrant capsella flowers, finished with a touch of sesame oil — a seasonal delicacy with light, aromatic flavors.Pork, Capsella Flower, Rice Cake, Sesame Oil

Shanghai Stir Fried Thick Noodle
Thick udon noodles stir-fried with shrimp, shredded pork, shiitake mushrooms, and crisp romaine stem — savory, hearty, and infused with classic Shanghai flavors.

Shrimp Fried Rice
Fragrant fried rice stir-fried with tender shrimp, scrambled egg, and fresh snow peas — light, savory, and naturally gluten-free.Shrimp, Egg, Rice, Snow Pea

Soft Shell Crab with Rice Cake
Crispy soft shell crab stir-fried with chewy rice cakes and fresh basil — a delightful combination of textures and aromatic flavors.Soft shell crab, Rice cake, Basil
Dimsum
14 items
Black Truffle Soup Dumplings (4)
Delicate dumplings filled with pork and infused with black truffle aroma.

Cantonese Shu Mai (4)
Steamed dumpling filled with juicy pork and fresh shrimp — a dim sum favorite.

Crab Soup Dumplings (4)
Steamed dumplings filled with tender pork and sweet crab meat, infused with ginger, oyster sauce, and sesame oil — bursting with rich, savory broth in every bite.Pork, Crab Meat, Ginger, Oyster Sauce, Sesame Oil

Crispy Taro Puff (2)
taro paste, lard, flour, sesame

Crystal Shrimp Dumplings (4)
Translucent steamed dumplings filled with fresh, succulent shrimp — light, tender, and bursting with ocean flavor in every bite.Shrimp, Flour

Little Alley Curry Chicken Dumplings (6)
Handmade dumplings filled with tender chicken breast and fresh cabbage, wrapped in a delicate dough — steamed or pan-fried to juicy perfection.Curry, Chicken, Cabbage, basil

Pan Fried Pork Buns (4)
Golden pan-fried pork buns filled with savory pork, ginger, and a hint of sesame oil — crispy on the bottom, soft and juicy inside.

Poached Dumplings in Chili Oil (6)
Tender pork dumplings poached to perfection and served in a vibrant chili oil sauce with ginger and scallions — spicy, aromatic, and packed with bold flavor.

Pork Soup Dumplings (4)
Delicate steamed dumplings filled with juicy pork, ginger, and a savory broth — kissed with oyster sauce and sesame oil for a rich, aromatic bite.

Potstickers (4)
Pan-fried dumplings filled with savory pork, Chinese vegetables, and fragrant ginger — golden, crispy on the outside, and juicy inside.Pork, Chinese Vegetable, Ginger

Scallion Pancake (1)
Crispy pan-fried pancake layered with fresh scallions and rendered lard — flaky, savory, and perfect as a snack or accompaniment.

Shanghai Shu Mai (4)
Steamed dumpling filled with sticky rice and savory pork — a Shanghai classic.

Vegetable Dumpling (4)
Steamed dumplings filled with a wholesome blend of wild greens, bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms — light, flavorful, and completely vegan.Wild Greens, Bok Choy, Shiitake Mushroom

Vegetable Potsticker (4)
Pan-fried dumplings filled with a savory mix of wild greens, bok choy, and shiitake mushrooms — crispy on the outside, tender and flavorful inside.
Sweets
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Crispy Pumpkin Pancakes (4)
Golden, crispy pancakes made with sweet pumpkin puree — tender on the inside, perfectly crunchy outside, and naturally flavorful. A comforting seasonal treat.

Eight Jewel Rice Pudding (for 2)
A traditional sweet sticky rice pudding served with red beans, assorted raisins, and pumpkin sugar — naturally gluten-free, fragrant, and delightfully sweet. Perfect for sharing (serves 2).

Ice Cream ( 2 Scoops )
Flavor: Strawberry, Green Tea, Milk Chocolate

Rice Ball in Rice Wine (for 2)
Soft sticky rice balls served in a sweet and tangy fermented rice wine broth with delicate egg drops — a traditional dessert that's warming and soothing.Serves 2.

Sticky Rice Stuffed Lotus Root (8)
Sweet lotus root stuffed with glutinous sticky rice, glazed with osmanthus jam and crystal sugar — tender, fragrant, and a perfect balance of chewy and floral sweetness.Lotus Root, Sticky Rice, Osmanthus Jam, Crystal Sugar
Lunch Special
14 items
Baby Eel Noodle Soup
Tender baby eel simmered in a savory broth with noodles

Braise Beef Brisket Noodle Soup
Tender beef brisket braised to perfection, served in a rich aromatic broth with springy noodles.

Braised Beef Noodle Soup
Tender beef slices simmered in a savory broth with noodles

Braised Pork with Chestnuts
Tender pork belly slowly braised with chestnuts in a savory soy-based saucePork, Chestnut, Soy Sauce

Eight Delicacies Noodle Soup
A savory and slightly spicy noodle soup topped with eight flavorful ingredients

Fish Fillet with Tofu
Silky tofu simmered with tender fish fillet in a savory, lightly spiced broth

Kungpao Chicken
Diced chicken stir-fried with peanuts, dried chili peppers, and scallions in a mildly spicy, tangy-sweet sauceChicken, Peanut, Dry Chili, Brown Sauce

Savory Scallion Beef
Tender slices of beef wok-seared with scallions and garlic in a rich, aromatic soy-based sauceBeef, Scallion, Onion

Shredded Pork in Garlic Sauce
Julienned pork stir-fried with bamboo shoots, red and green peppers in a fragrant garlic sauce — a tangy and savory Sichuan-style favorite.

Shredded Pork with Bamboo Shoot
Tender shredded pork stir-fried with fresh bamboo shoots and scallions in a light soy-based sauce — simple, aromatic, and satisfying.

Shredded Pork with Dried Bean Curd
Shredded pork stir-fried with dried bean curd, celery, and scallions in a light soy-based saucePork, Dried Bean Curd, Celery

Shrimp & Eggs
Tender shrimp stir-fried with fluffy scrambled eggs and scallions — a light and comforting Cantonese favorite.Shrimp, Egg, Scallion

Stir Fried Chicken & Mixed Vegetables
Tender chicken slices stir-fried with peas, wood ear mushrooms, carrots, and onions in a light soy-based sauceChicken, Pea, Onion, Wood Ear, Carrot

Stir Fried Shanghai Bok Choy
Crisp baby Shanghai bok choy stir-fried with fresh garlicBok Choy, Garlic

