Welcome to La Dinastia
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145 W 72nd St New York, NY 10023 Hotline: (212) 362-3801
La Dinastia, located in New York City, offers a unique dining experience with its Cuban-Asian Fusion cuisine. This hidden gem combines Chinese flavors with Latin American influences, creating a menu that has stood the test of time. From classics like Egg Rolls and Fried Wontons to innovative dishes like Boneless Crackling Chicken and Braised Eggplant, La Dinastia caters to a wide range of tastes.
The restaurant offers a cozy ambiance with a nod to its cultural roots, reminiscent of old-school Chino-Latino establishments. Customers rave about the flavorful dishes, particularly the Crackling Chicken with its crispy exterior and juicy meat. The secret green sauce adds an extra kick to the already delicious flavors.
Service at La Dinastia is top-notch, with attentive staff who ensure a pleasant dining experience. The generous portions and reasonable prices make it a popular choice for locals and visitors alike. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch or a group dinner, La Dinastia delivers on both taste and value.
Overall, La Dinastia is a must-visit for anyone craving a taste of fusion cuisine done right. Don't miss out on the opportunity to indulge in a culinary journey that blends tradition with innovation. Experience the best of both worlds at La Dinastia.
Came here after seeing the place all over social media and it was great. Def feels like a family owned place, no frills and a menu that feels like it hasn't changed in years. I was able to try the egg rolls, the bone-in crackling chicken, the boneless crackling chicken, morro rice, and yellow rice. You could probably skip the egg rolls but I was starving after walking up from Herald Sq and needed more energy from the walk back. The bone-in chicken was amazing but somehow the boneless was even better. Both options were juicy and seasoned down to the bone like they opted for a wet brine. Can't really go wrong with either option. Ask for extra green sauce for the table or to take home, and if you're picnicking in Central Park, they also deliver extremely quick.
This was my first time trying a Chino-Latino fusion restaurant and I enjoyed it! You can tell that this place has history, from the old school vibe with small booths divided by plastic screens, to the photos of various celebrities with the chef/owner on the walls. The menu is expansive, with a section for more classic Chinese dishes, and a section for fusion dishes. I came here with a friend and we split the social-media hyped Fried Chicken Cracking with French fries, Chicken Lo Mein, and Eggplant in Garlic Sauce. The Chicken Crackling was delicious and lived up to the hype. Super crispy and extremely tasty with the green sauce (creamy and tangy- what is in this?!). The Eggplant in Garlic sauce was well seasoned and super saucy, if a bit salty. It went really well over the side of rice it comes with. The Chicken Lo Mein was fine, nothing remarkable. Service was a bit slow, but they were also busy. Overall was really happy to try out this place, and would definitely recommend trying the Chicken Crackling with green sauce- it did not disappoint!
I've been to La Dinastia twice now and it's quickly become my local favorite. FYI, Chino Latino cuisine comes from Chinese immigrants who settled in Latin America (in this case, Cuba), blending the flavors of the two cultures. The UWS used to house a whole community of these restaurants, but as restruanteurs retired and the UWS got fancy, just a few remain these days. Luckily, La Dinastia's still here, and it's remained shockingly unfussy despite how luxe the neighborhood has gotten. Prices are some of the most reasonable in the area, especially for the gigantic portions of food you get. My favorite dishes have been the braised eggplant and their famous crackling chicken. I tend to get it with bone (I don't know, culturally maybe, I just feel like bone-in chicken tastes better), but they have a boneless option too. Mains come with side dishes like fried rice and/or rice and beans. While just one main feels like enough for two people, I've ordered more and packed to go - the flavors are such that they taste great a day out of the fridge too. The owner was around both times and very friendly, and it looks like they've managed to keep a rotation of locals getting fed alongside the people who discovered it through TikTok. I really hope it sticks around!
I love this place! I love the chicharron and pork fried rice. And whatever you do, do not miss out on the green sauce. So delicious! I poured it on everything! The service was great and the food did not take long to come out although it was a very busy Saturday. Our waiter told us about his background coming from the Dominican Republic by way of China and we had a very lovely evening. I will definitely be returni
Like many others, heard about this spot on TikTok. You can never really know if it will live up to the hype. But... I am still dreaming about the Crackling Chicken with green sauce. My partner is a big fried chicken person with high expectations. She loved it and we're both talking about when we can go back for more. We also had the broccoli and beef to add something Chinese and... again... loved it. It reminded me of everything I love about an American Chinese takeout dish. It was flavorful, comforting and fresh. It might seem like an odd duo for our lunch but the combo was perfect. We also tried a piña colada for fun! It was just okay - nothing to write home about! Service was pretty quick, especially when you consider how packed the place is. We went on a Sunday afternoon and only waited a minute or two to be seated.
This is the epitome of what New York is ! A fusion of cultures united through cuisine. Everything here is amazing ! The crackling chicken is amazing and honestly I think I eat it too fast to get a picture of it. Service is always nice and the space has a classic 90's Asian restaurant feel to it. Can never go wrong hitting up La Dinastia.
Has quickly become another New York favorite! Wait time: We came around 6:30ish on a Saturday afternoon and ended up waiting around 30 minutes? There are a couple of chairs in the entrance area, otherwise you'll have to wait outside. Ambiance/service: Very comforting - reminded me of some of the spots back home in the Bay Area. Our server was really good about refilling our waters and answered any and all questions we had about the menu. Food: I've gotten used to NYC prices, so even though it seemed pricy the portions and the taste definitely matched! The bone-in fried chicken took a bit longer than our other entrees, but the juiciness, crunchiness, and size of the boneless cracklings made up for it. And the green sauce (Ask for it!!!) is addictive. Shoutout to our server for plugging us with an ample amount to eat at the restaurant and to take home. Fried chicken is one of my comfort foods, so I loved this place. Will definitely be returning next time I'm in Central Park or in the UWS.
My partner is a regular and has been eating here for years. But thanks to some recent TikTok popularity, the first time I accompanied him, they had.....run out of food at 7pm on a Friday night. The owner was really nice and apologetic, and we decided to come back in December (a month or so later, hoping the hype would have died down). On our second attempt? It was far more successful. No line and a much more relaxed atmosphere. I ordered the boneless crackling chicken (there's a combo option, on the last page of the menu) and OH my word. It was HEAVEN. But here's the thing, they actually forgot to serve me the green sauce that goes with it -- I finally got a small bowl of it after I stopped eating. Despite being stuffed, I tried some and it really is the key to making that dish (alone) a star. Oh, and definitely get the pork fried rice! The service is quick, and I've since returned just this past weekend to order the same dish. This time, I made sure I got the green sauce at the start! The fried plantains are also REALLY good. Definitely adding this spot to my go-to list when visiting the UWS area.
